The line was out the door. That tells you something. The vibes were definitely of…read moreurban-eco-societal justice-coffee culture, which is quite acceptable in my book. The coffee is excellent too. I added a blueberry scone and banana/chocolate muffin (brought in from a local bakery), which were both quite good. The back area is a cool local bookstore, which I unfortunately did not have time to peruse. There is also a nice outdoor seating area along with very adequate amounts of inside seating. That area of Omaha is blessed with some good Java shops with good vibes. Perfect for a thriving midtown area. Blue Line Coffee is a neighborhood destination shop that quite obviously have a local clientele. Good stuff. Cheers.

I love this shop, the location is amazing and the parking is free outside. They also have a…read moredesignated parking lot next to the shop! The service is quick and efficient and the coffee was wonderful. I got a caramel latte with oat milk and my partner got an Arnold Palmer. It's my favorite type of espresso balance, smooth and sweet and has a beautiful flavor. The vibe inside is very crunchy, they have reusable utensils, lids that don't need straws, and a discount if you bring your own cup!

My fav coffee shop in Omaha. Super friendly staff also :). Def my goto spot when I'm in town for…read morework.

I love a good local coffee shop and Village Grinder was one such place!…read more It is so cute and cozy inside, with an adorable little seating area, delicious coffee smells all throughout the shop, and all the little touches like wooden signs welcoming you in. And for the shopper, they have lots of small decor, gifts, and actual coffee beans for sale. But the star of the show is the coffee drinks themselves! I had the pumpkin spice latte (it was Autumn, so I am allowed!), and it was creamy, had a good spice to it, and smooth. I would definitely get that again. But I look forward to trying more flavors soon! Village Grinder is a cute little cafe to stop by while you're in Countryside Village. Always nice to grab a coffee or treat while you shop - and it's great that you can even shop inside Village Grinder too!

Let me lead off with the fact that this is probably the best multi-roaster shop I've ever been to…read more I've loved specialty coffee since before it was cool to love specialty coffee, and I've hit hundreds--if not thousands--of coffee shops all across North America looking for golden pourovers. This place is absolutely IT. They have a rotating selection of specialty roasters such as DAK and B&W, and the experience and expertise to do them justice. The ambiance is warm and amazing, and I feel incredibly welcome here. If you're looking for an amazing place to get a true cup of specialty coffee, and you happen to be in Omaha, you don't need to read anything else--just give them a try. However, if you aren't really sure what I mean when I say "specialty coffee," or why this is such a big deal for me ("It's just a cup of joe!?"), please read on. WARNING: Coffee geek out ahead! "Coffee" is a berry, much like a large, firm cherry, that grows in equatorial climates. The seed of this berry, when the "meat" is removed, is dried, stored, shipped, roasted, and ground; water of the appropriate temperature is introduced for an appropriate amount of time to achieve a partial extraction of the acids and oils that make up the structure of the seed. Every step of that process, from the nutrients in the soil of the growing region to the precise duration of the pour / the partiality of the extraction changes the flavor substantially. Coffee, roasted until it dries and its proteins have just begun to undergo the mailliard reaction, ground evenly to a consistency somewhere between table salt and ground pepper, combined with 94-95°C water at about a 17:1 ratio by weight, and then filtered to remove the partially-extracted ground coffee, will yield a cup with remarkably wild flavors--berries, flowers, and explosion of floral aroma. It can taste like strawberries and cream, or blueberries, or caramel and peach, depending on any or all of the factors above. As a crop highly subject to the variation of its growing season, however, sometimes those flavors can trend to less pleasant, or not mix well in milk, or dominate a beverage that they're mixed into. Further, the coffee harvest season is not a single time of year--you need to follow the coffee calendar around the world to know what's in season at any given time. For large coffee shops, or roasters that specialize in "coffee beverages," or even specialty shops that exist in a market that requires them to maintain a consistent base espresso or blend for their regular, non-specialty customers, or who are subject to a pricing cap that rotating lots will exceed, that level of variation is often undesirable, and the cup results will likely be unappreciated by the body of the clientelé. So it can be desirable to "unify" that wildness to focus on round, caramel notes and big body. The one thing that unifies the flavor of coffee, more than any other single factor, is the roasting process. When you want to use coffee as a beverage base with a "generic coffee flavor," you want to reduce the wildness of the flavors and enhance the body flavor, and so you subject the seeds to a more prolonged roasting process that results in the evulsion of oils, and gives you a body that milk settles into for that "roasty toasty bold rich" flavor. People like me, who are looking for those wild, sweet, floral, mind-altering cups refer to all of these as "over roasted," although we can appreciate roast variation and coffee blending for espresso beverages. With the preamble out of the way, 99.9% of coffee in North America is what specialty coffee enthusiasts refer to as "bad." That includes Dunks, Folgers, Horties, Chock full, and so on, ad nauseam. Worse than that, for us, is what we consider "gross"--Starbucks, Peet's, Philz, and so on, that is roasted so dark that it tastes, at its best, like bitter, undrinkable char. If you like any or all of these coffee brands, that's totally ok--I enjoy the "bad' coffee as a nice, warm beverage with milk and sugar. (I can't drink the "gross" coffee, though). And as I said, it's almost certain that, despite the exhortations of people you know about how "good" their favorite coffee is, that you've never had true specialty coffee. That's something I'd like to help change--even if people try it and find that they prefer sweetened milk drinks, I think everyone owes it to themselves to try a pourover from an epic coffee shop. Astute is such a shop. These guys absolutely rule.

I really wanted to love this spot. Astute Coffee is absolutely beautiful inside -- clean, warm,…read morethoughtfully designed, and somewhere you actually want to linger. The branding and overall vibe feel intentional, and I genuinely appreciate their mission and what they're trying to build in Omaha. That part really stands out. That said, the coffee itself didn't quite hit for me. I ordered a seasonal latte and was excited for something distinctive, but the flavor felt pretty muted. It tasted more like a standard latte than something seasonal or layered. Not bad by any means -- just not memorable. I'd still come back to try something else because the space and concept are strong. I just hope the drinks lean a little more bold next time.

The Mill is beautifully decorated! They have a full bar along with a coffee bar. I had a pumpkin…read morespice latte which was delicious and hot! The staff was super friendly and made the drink right there for me! There is coffee merchandise to purchase as well. Come check it out! Xo, -BB

The Mill on Leavenworth is a one of a kind place. Not only…read moreis the customer service always friendly and welcoming, but they serve scrumptious food and drinks that ease your thirst. I got the everything bagel it was warmed up and served with a side of cream cheese. The cappuccino was warm and perfectly tasted like coffee with the right amount of milk. I added vanilla syrup to it. The energy stinger flavor is raspberry lemonade. It tasted tangy like a lemon. It's very high quality lemonade. The flavors complement each other for this drink. I love the indoor seating it is very open and laid back. They also have outdoor seating with tables and chairs. 10/10!

Honestly some of the best coffee I've had. The girl at the counter was super friendly and the…read moreservice was quick. I tried their seasonal apple latte and it was delicious. The only thing I would change is slightly less sweetness

Primary Coffee has a really solid drink menu with plenty of options, so there was no shortage of…read morethings I wanted to try. I ended up ordering the s'mores latte, and it was delicious--not overly sweet, with great flavor. The space itself is massive with an industrial feel. You can tell they've put effort into making it feel warm and inviting, but if you're looking for that small, cozy coffee shop atmosphere, this probably isn't the place. It's more open and airy than intimate. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the coffee. The drinks were great, the menu offers a lot of variety, and it's worth a stop if you're in the area.

Absolutely love this place, it's a wonderful hidden gem. It's tucked downstairs in the old market,…read morebut the coffee has got to be some of the best in Omaha. Absolutely love the atmosphere of the place. Whether it's to play Yu-Gi-Oh, game, study, or just a place to chill, it's perfect. Service is amazing as well. They also have a quiet room to rent and an area for gatherings, a pool table, and really nice sitting areas. Absolutely love it, and you gotta try the cold brew. The cherry on top is this is a non-profit business. No profits, and it's amazing. 1000/10, this is my togo place

If you blink, you might miss her... she's a flight of stairs down below, tucked away off Jones St!…read moreBut when you walk in, holy comfort. Because I am a woman in my mid forties, I HAD to try one of their specials aptly named "Hello Kitty"; but make her hot! I do love a strong hazelnut flavor to my lattes and this gal didn't disappoint. Very smooth, zero irritation on the stomach, with a smidge of a caramel kick at the end. Requested oat milk out of preference - or maybe habit? - but she was wonderful. I had my eyes on a few of those cupcakes in their display case and never mind those breakfast sammies listed on their menu... next time, next time... Can we talk about their study rooms for a minute?! Where was this when I was deep in the studies?! Perfect place for a small gathering of sorts, especially in their $20/hr conference room. But those bathroom stall doors... does that green not just make you happy?! If urban coffee shops filled with art from local artists, big plush comfy couches, lived in comfy chairs, or just dig the vibe of a downtown coffee shop, try them! If you aren't a coffee lover, there's other drinks on the menu for indulgent purposes, along with some pretty neat combos; flavored cold foams with such-and-such...

Love love this café! It's such a creative and fun space--I swear you could spend an hour inside and…read morestill not notice every little detail. I also love that they change up the decor pretty often, so there's always something new to see. It's such a fun experience overall and a great late-night spot. My only wish is that the lattes were as creative as the atmosphere. They have tons of flavor options, but most seem to be standard store-bought syrups. I got the dark chocolate cherry latte, which was good, but with how unique this place is, I'd love to see more fun coffee options to match the vibe--things like house-made seasonal syrups, flavored cold foams, or more creative specialty drinks. Still one of the most fun cafés to hang out at, and definitely a place I'd come back to!

Very rude unprofessional staff, they wonder around instead of serving customers , the wait for two…read moredrinks was 37 mins , I asked for updates a few times to be told " on the way we are busy" - there was four tables ...not busy but again it's obvious they have little to no experience or just don't care. On the way out the male bartender obviously knew I was very unhappy with the service and made a smart ass comment to me on the way out the door . Emailed the owner , no response so here is my review

Excellent coffee, friendly service. I stop by as many times as I can when I'm in the area…read more Love the decor and ambiance, nice and bright with plenty of seating. The Almond Cake is AMAZING!!!! Best I've ever had. I try to remember to order a whole one to take home and keep in the freezer. It is so good, and hard to limit myself when I'm there. I only wish they were open on Sundays. But I get it- it's a small town in the Midwest.

Great lunch spot with good coffee! Did some work while I ate. Relaxing environment, good music,…read moreclean.