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    Cups an Espresso Cafe

    4.1 (82 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Closed 6:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    CUPS AN ESPRESSO CAFE ATMOSPHERE

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for working
    Dogs allowed

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    Espresso Mocha Frappe with chocolate
    Kandis B.

    Really enjoyed my stop in here today... my espresso with hazelnut almond milk and espresso frappe was wonderful. So, was my barista... as he sweetly let me make small talk and kindly answered my out-of-towner questions. I wish I had gotten his name, as he was great and was really good at his craft... I say craft bc he was really into this art.. and it was clearly a work of art when I tasted his awesome creation! I asked if he'd always done this and he said no, he used to be in retail and that he really enjoyed being a barista! I hope you continue to perfect your craft... they made my tastebuds dance! Thank you Cups.. I'll be back on my next trip in town. It's very chill little local coffee shop... you can hear others laughing, making small talk.. very good and positive atmosphere !

    Enjoy some an afternoon freshly brewed coffee!
    Regan R.

    Cool atmosphere, delicious drinks, and multiple locations across MS! My favorite drink is the Blondie Latte

    Blondie
    Richard J.

    I loved visiting neighborhood coffee shops when I'm traveling. Cups is definitely worth the stop. Thanks Cups for the great latte and customer service.

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    Darrell B.

    Great coffee shop. Had the Cortado and a Capitol Street latte. Big area to study and sit with friends, great outdoor seating. Coffee could stand to be a bit stronger, and for Goodness sake...the heavy metal playlist that suddenly came on and is blowing the place out...not sure it's the employees choice but man. That's gotta go.

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    Dominik D.

    They greeted pumpkin spice season pretty well. I don't have any complaints about their pumpkin spice latte in my brief sojourn here. Bonus points for being basically across the street from UMMC.

    Blueberry muffin
    Irena T.

    My first foray into the Fondren scene! Was nearby for a work errand, so I decided to try a new coffee shop while in the area. The place itself is extremely sharp and exactly what I imagine when I think of a modern, hip, local-scene type shop. I got a blueberry muffin and got really adventurous with the seasonal pumpkin spice latte (minimally sweetened). The muffin was not at all what I was expecting, and the pumpkin spice latte was a little meh. Muffin: didn't really get blueberry at all from it. Maybe the slightest hint, but it was more nuts and cinnamon than anything. Maybe I was given the wrong one? Not sure. The pumpkin spice latte wasn't horrible, but I wasn't overly impressed by it. I feel like their coffee is good, but the PSL was just a little bland and almost watery. I would definitely come back though to try something else - most likely a regular latte or something black.

    Terrance B.

    Great coffee outstanding service I'm new to Jackson I will definitely return they can consider me a regular

    Menu for espresso drinks!
    Meg M.

    This is one of those eclectic coffee shops with an adorable and trendy atmosphere.... I wish I could drink that instead of the coffee. As seems to be the main gripe with Cups (reading the other reviews and talking to friends) the espresso is definitely on the burnt side. Getting the iced coffee was delightful though! And finding soy milk in Mississippi was nothing less than a miracle. They also carried some interesting tea blends that were great to warm up my fingers in the chilly weather! Customer service was good but not great. The second day when I bought a gift with my coffee, they rang in the wrong one and had to void and re-ring me up. It was a ten-minute process involving three people. I felt so bad that I almost just overpaid. BUT since their coffee is not on the cheap side and I am not on the wealthy side, I waited it out, despite the frustrated looks of the salespeople and customers behind me. Well, THAT was embarrassing! Honestly though, I LOVED this spot for gifts. The mugs were super cute. I bought one that said, "Coffee, the nectar of gods" for my friend and another travel mug for Justin U. with some great art on the outside. One of my travel buddies bought an artsy shirt, really soft and organic cotton. One gripe though.... Cups, please ditch the Styrofoam cups! Not cool for the environment... if you hadn't heard. Plus you might upset your hipsters! The prices aren't cheap but Cups brings a unique vibe and cool work environment to Jackson!

    Colorful, artsy atmosphere - but a burnt espresso was disappointing for a place with "espresso" in its name
    Blake B.

    Great place to study, but if you're a coffee fanatic you'll find their espresso to be a bit on the burnt side. Their syrupy drinks sound innovative, but I'm not a big fan of sweet drinks so I just ordered an espresso and it was incredibly disappointing, especially for a place with the word "espresso" in its name. Cups' atmosphere is great - very colorful with whimsical paper cuttings hanging from the ceiling. I knew that I was at a solid place when I noticed the Barista's T-shirt read "BUY LOCAL ART" Coffee snobbery aside, this would be my standard work spot if I lived in Jackson. Too bad they can't pull a decent espresso... hopefully it was just the barista who served me.

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    Coffee was ok, not flavorful and it was bot strong or bold, had to ask for xtra shot of espresso. Staff was friendly.

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    Always a cool place to hang out, work, meetings or just need to get out the house and have good coffee. Check it out a local favorite!

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    I enjoy this place very much.. but i prefer their hot tea over their coffee! Give it a try, especially since they have late hours also.

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    When I first moved back to the Jackson area I drove by Cups on Old Canton one cold dreary night.

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    Another banger tour coffee spot, exotic anaerobic n cofermented beans. Espresso hits. They take…read morecare in their craft, lovely atmosphere vibe and workers. Slayer espresso machine excellent sign. Put it on the list

    Upon approaching this coffee shop, I was pleasantly surprised to see plenty of parking spaces in…read morethe rear of the building in addition to available parking along the street. I also saw covered outdoor seating. In fact, there were multiple options for seating. I especially admired the design-flow which allowed the customer line to be separated from the seating areas so that the customers don't have to be in the way of those that are seated. The shop is bright and bright the element of outdoors into the interior in a subtle way with its plants and large windows. I'm such a sucker for pleasant greetings and warm hospitality! "You had me at 'Hello! How are you?'" The world could certainly use more kindness and genuine southern hospitality. Now, here's what really wowed the coffee enthusiast/hobbyist in me! Espresso shots were being pulled meticulously with attention to detail, including the use of a scale, which provides for consistency! The flavorings/syrups were not pumped haphazardly from the familiar brand-name syrup bottles. Rather, for my latte, an in-house syrup was carefully measured for the perfect taste! My delicious, honey-cinnamon latte was made with care, attention to detail, quality ingredients, and finesse! Loved it! If I'm ever in Jackson, this will definitely be my go-to spot!

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    Broad Street Baking Company

    Broad Street Baking Company

    4.0
    (188 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Visiting relatives in Jackson, they recommended Broad Street for takeout lunch so I treated and…read morepicked up the order. This review is strictly based on my Shrimp Po-Boy which had the worst fried shrimp I've ever experienced. It was cooked beyond belief and felt like chewing rubber. Breading was probably tasty had the order been properly cooked but could not tell. I had my wife taste a piece, she confirmed my opinion. Bread was buttered and grilled but did not have the feel of a real po-boy bun as if it were on the old side which is strange as the place is a bakery. I don't know what dressing was used, tasted like plain mayo. This is a strong do-not-ever-order recommendation. Fries were good, probably cut fresh. If I ate in, the order would be sent back to the kitchen. My replacement would likely have been better but QC on the takeout was lacking. I understand it's a popular spot in Jackson and was certainly full when I picked up the order. My meal, sadly, was quite forgettable. Other meals that were part of the order seemed OK but, in my eyes, uninspired. Edit: Heard from the manager with with an apology and offer to make up for the issue to my local relatives since I'm only a visitor to the area. I'm convinced that this was a one-off issue and greatly appreciate the manager reaching out. I'll give them another try on my next visit and will update things accordingly.

    Always one of my favorite go-to spots for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or early dinner. Consistently…read moredelicious food, exceptional service, and an atmosphere that never disappoints. A special shout-out to local restaurateur, owner, and community advocate Jeff Good. Thank you for your continued investment in the City of Jackson and for remaining committed to serving our community through your outstanding restaurants. Top-tier cuisine. Top-tier hospitality. Always worth the visit.

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    Cups Espresso Cafe

    Cups Espresso Cafe

    3.8
    (9 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Fondren Location: Read to the end:…read moreI contacted John the manager of this particular Cups location regarding a book signing. He said to email him the information and yes they allow book signings as long as it didn't interfere with the customers. I emailed him and got no response for a couple weeks. I called him and this was how the conversation went. "Hello, is John available?" "Whose calling?" "This is Fran Benson Smith." "What's it regarding?" "I spoke with him a couple weeks ago regarding a book signing there." "This is John and no we are not going to do that because it causes to much disruption with our customers, CLICK." Imagine my surprise at the manager hanging up on me without me saying anything. I did call him right back and told him how rude that was and that I would definitely be acknowledging him on Yelp for his behavior. Then about 5 to 10 minutes later, the email he ignored, he found it and sent me an apology for his rudeness. He could really learn a lot about how to handle the public from Drayson in Madison, MS. Drayson is AMAZING!!!!! I suggest anyone looking for exceptional service, please try cups in Madison and see Drayson.

    I always enjoyed going to the UMMC Cups every now and then as a treat. The workers are always very…read morenice and outgoing with great recommendation. Today, it was very cold outside and I was in the mood for a hot chocolate. I ordered a medium zebra hot chocolate and it was $4.63. When I walked all the way to my desk and open the lid up, I seen that Cups shorted me and only filled the cup halfway. Next time, make sure you check your cup before you leave to the other side of UMMC to make sure they do not rip you off. A disappointment from a local business.

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