you cannot get coffee like this anywhere else. this is the spot, period. impeccable vibes and great guys running the place as well. 6 stars.

Ran across this small shop off North Colley and decided to pop in and glad I did. It offers one of the more chill coffee experiences in the Coastal Virginia area. I was greeted by the barista Will. Looked around to get a feel for the shop. It had a music theme with a cool sign that's says "On air." A vinyl record player and even vintage concert shirts for sale. They have a few tables and a fantastic group area up front with retro black leather couch. A very uncomplicated black coffee that came out quick was all I ordered. They offer bakery items on Wednesday thru weekend from Chelsea Bakehouse. My coffee was amazing! Did not ask, but pretty sure it was an Ethiopian variety. They also sell their own beans. I would love to return. read more

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This place has a minimalist and welcoming atmosphere. Service was good and drinks came out fast. The food, especially the honey cheese danish, was exceptionally good. The strawberry rose matcha was excellent!! Recommend ordering that if you decide to go. There was also a projection showing an anime which matched the theme of the place, and in the corner, included vinyls that were aesthetic. read more

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They may have a small menu, but you really can't go wrong with any of their drink specials. Coffee is quality, matcha is quality, their flavors are quality. The most recent latte I got was a black sesame latte and it was perfection. A lot of places around try to hide their coffee & matcha quality with a crazy flavor combination, but Equinox is one of the few places where I'm going specifically for the smooth flavor of that espresso or tea. They occasionally have pop-ups at places like Commonwealth VA or Virginia MOCA for Night Shift and it's the best pick-me-up for community events. Great staple. Always ready for more of what they come up with! read more

Equinox Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

The Grey Matter (iced) is delightful. What an experience. I was drawn to it as soon as I walked in. I've never had black sesame syrup before. This place is worth checking out. As a Chesapeake native and long time Norfolk lover I'm not sure how I've never been here. Looking forward to this place being a short walk away this summer. It's super chill. The coffee wizard (who is possibly also the owner?) is dope. Check this spot out. It's about to be my go to. read more

We ran in here 15 mins before closing and we're still greeted with a smile and great service. One of the best local matchas I've had! Great simple, yet trendy decor. Go hit it up! read more

Amazing - 10/10. Oat milk flat white is the best drink I have ever had. Spent the last 2 years trying to find something as good as Equinox and no result. It's the difference between good and great and these guys are great. And they take great care of their customers. They did a bit of a spring cleaning / redesign that's super clean too. read more

Another top shelf dbl espresso found in Norfolk....staring to feel like this town has a real vibe for good grinds and interesting spots. A bit of Seattle mixed with Austin all crushed together with colonial history and NE weirdly wonderful.... Need to check out their ballet scene next ... heard they have a hot Directeur of choreography growing Ballet Virginia to new heights! Headed back for a quad! read more

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Coffee was yummy. Service was friendly. The cafe itself seemed pretty empty with not a lot of seating. Good for a "to-go" coffee. I got an iced dirty chai latte with almond milk. Yes, they have milk alternatives for my dairy free girlies - almond & oat . read more

Equinox Coffee - Iced dirty chai latte with almond milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Best matcha and croissant I've ever had. Got the Mae which is a strawberry matcha and the almond croissant. The Mae was gorgeous and tasted great and you could tell the matcha was made fresh. The croissant was huge and flaky and had a delicious almond/vanilla paste filling. Very quick service and the inside was vibey. read more

Equinox Coffee - Mae, strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I stopped into Equinox to take coffee to-go on my house hunting adventures! I am moving into the area so I thought I would try out a few of the local spots- Equinox came highly recommended by locals. Upon walking in, you can appreciate the ambiance immediately. Lots of natural light, plenty of seating, and I even love that there's bar top seating to watch the baristas craft some beverages. The decor is eclectic, local artists' work featured on the walls for purchase, a shelf with books available. I ordered a horchata cold brew but opted to get it with whole milk instead of oat milk- I'm just not an oat milk girly like everyone else. It comes with the cold brew and their mix of housemade flavors for this beverage. I came in on a Saturday morning & I felt bad because there was only 1 barista working to get through the line of us. Not a complaint- he worked quickly and efficiently, got through the line like a champ and still gave quality beverages out. I know it's difficult to find good workers, so props to this worker for still keeping Equinox goers filled with delicious beverages. There were several amazing looking treats in their display case from local bakers- if I hadn't already grabbed a treat somewhere else I would have definitely grabbed one. Just another excuse to stop in again next time I'm back. Equinox is such a great little spot & I cannot wait to come back and try something else! read more

Equinox Coffee - examples of seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Stop #12 on the Coastal Coffee Trail (Summer)! Almost there! I've passed this shop many times, but haven't had the chance to stop in. Equinox is one of the participating shops on the trail, so this was a good excuse to stop in! - Parking - I parked on the street. I was lucky to get one front and center. Pssssst....During my visit, I happened to strike up a convo with the shop's neighbor (he came out to see what the commotion was outside - a car heated up and sirens were blaring just before I pulled in). He informed me that in future, I could park in the lot for businesses across the street on 28th (belongs to same building owner). It's just under construction now, it looks like it's being repaved. So, you're welcome! Parking is a pain in that area of Norfolk (most places in NFK really LOL), so any business with dedicated parking is worth moving up a few spots on your priority sequence on your hit list! - Vibe - Love the natural wood, industrial feel. LOVE the bookshelves full of reading material! I thought it was a communal library, but the books are for sale. - TLC - The guy seemed nice. - Sips and Noms - I got the Golden Mocha iced, because I wanted to sit outside on their patio and it was HOT. Summer is coming quick! I got this drink solely on the fact that it has turmeric. That's the new cayenne and it's good for you. I feel like I am turning into my mother, eating something just because it's good for your health LOL. Interesting flavor, but it was actually good! Now on to the noms. The baked goods are displayed right in front to make eye contact. They carry goods from local businesses, Kahiau Bakery & Cafe and Sarah'ndipitous Sweet Treats & Eats. I was really excited that they had Kahiau stuff. It's been on my hit list! I got the blueberry scone and it was so soft and MOIST (don't cringe). This now motivates me to haul my butt over to the actual cafe! It wasn't too busy when I popped in, but it was also early. There seemed to be more to-go customers, so it was pretty quiet. They have wifi so I'm definitely keeping this in my rotation of teleworking spots! Happy Trailing! One more to go.... read more

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Stop 11 for me on the Coastal Coffee trail 2022. I did not know this existed and was happy to try a new coffee shop. The atmosphere is wonderful. Beautiful brick walls and art and the music was really great. Jazz. Then we ordered Horchata Iced with almond milk. My bestie said this was her favorite of the whole trail. I also thought it was great. Perfect blend of spices and just the right amount of sweetness. It is also dog friendly. And we enjoyed petting dogs. It is such a comfortable place to hang out.They have seating inside and outside. Both are great. If I'm in that part of town I'm definitely going again. There is street parking. And I think the neighborhood is use to people parking in front of their houses. So we had no problem parking. What a great find. If I had not been apart of the Coastal Coffee Trail I would have never found this place. read more

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If you're looking for great coffee, excellent service and a friendly barista who will put a smile on your face - you've got to come here. I purely came because Equinox happens to be on the Coastal Coffee Trail line up this summer, and having attempted to come here a few times when at ODU but never able to find parking, today was the day I finally made it in. So glad I finally did. With a relaxing atmosphere teamed with the natural looking decor (super easy on the eyes, I wish my house looked like this!), I could have quite happily sat in Equinox with my laptop, books, a great cup of joe and worked away for hours. In fact, I'm annoyed I didn't come here sooner prior to graduating this semester. Alas, I'll just have to pass by if I'm ever in the area again. Thanks to the lovely barista who made my coffee today; super friendly, wonderful personality, and knows how to make a great cortado! read more

Equinox Coffee - Cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Very good lattes and delicious desserts. Nice vibe. My boyfriend had a coffee and really liked too read more

Equinox Coffee - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

To start I like that they gave pastries from MVST. That company always hits the spot. For some reason I didn't love the latte I got as much as I do at other places. I got a oat milk vanilla latte and it just had an off taste. The baristas were very kind though and the place was nice and cozy to sit at and read. read more

An amazing coffee and chill spot for the coffee lover or not. The vibe reminds me of a NY coffee shop so I was really appreciating the atmosphere. The coffee menu is another level of the traditional caramel, vanilla, chocolate flavor we are use to seeing and more of a wow factor like beet latte. That's what I tried on today's visit. The beet taste was not overpowering and the coffee was a nice smooth flavor. So I guess it's like drinking a healthy coffee while getting all the important nutrients lol. They also sell jewelry and baked goods from all local. This is definitely one of my top local coffee shop! read more

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By far the best coffee shop in Norfolk. Smooth espresso. Baristas know what they are doing. Amazing coffee

Horchata latte is fantastic! I also really loved the barista that was working when I came in, he was super pleasant and made a gorgeous latte! There isn't any specific parking, but I did find street parking easily. My only real complaint is that they have a really small selection for food, so I wouldn't come here for breakfast like I typically would elsewhere. read more

Equinox Coffee - Horchata Latte- delicious - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

This was a cute little place we found in the area that we were very excited to try! The ambiance is welcoming with enough seating for several people and space to work remotely there. The staff was extremely friendly and the coffee was brewed perfectly. The only criticism I have is that the syrups had a very strong flavor and overpowered the brew. There were some unique flavor combos and we look forward to trying those in the future! read more

Equinox Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Stop #7 on the coastal coffee trail! This was my first time at Equinox. Very cute decor and plenty of places to chill and drink your coffee and eat your pastry. There was even some additional outdoor seating. I didn't notice a ton of food options, just a few pastries that all looked delicious. I chose the apple cider donut cake. It was exactly what I expected! Wish there were more food options but I came for the coffee. I stuck to my usual iced Vanilla latte with almond milk...the coffee here was so good! I like a strong coffee flavor with subtle sweetness and this was it. Definitely a great coffee spot to come to if your near by! The parking situation was a little meh...but that's Norfolk so I expected it and made my husband drive 10/10 I'd recommend to anyone! read more

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Equinox Coffee is a neighborhood coffee shop, situated on a corner, with plenty of free residential parking. The hubs and I stopped by to try out their hot beverages as we were in the area, waiting for an eatery to open. We ordered a chai and a Golden, as well as a vegan pop tart. Unfortunately, both of the beverages were super watered down, even with adding the half and half; I did like that they serve it super hot. The Golden, I guess it's more of a personal preference, but I was not a fan of the flavor, so after a sip, it was just pushed off to the side. I believe this place partners up with a local organic bakery, the Bakehouse at Chelsea, or maybe they have changed, but either way, the pop tart was delicious! I loved the glaze, and the filling was scrumptious. I'm thinking that maybe one should stick to the coffee category. The place itself is hipster-ish, with some local art on the walls and clean lines with simple furnishings. +pop tarts +street parking read more

Equinox is such a dope little coffee spot with a relaxed atmosphere that makes it perfect for being productive; furthermore, I met up with a friend to do some leisure writing, and I'm glad we picked this place. Heidi was exceptional in helping my friend and I navigate their menu and decide what we wanted to snack and sip on while we did our writing. I'm not usually a hot coffee drinker, but the Bonfire Latte was exquisite. The mocha and activated charcoal in it created a cookies and cream flavor profile which was to die for. I was also quite fond of their egg soufflé pastry and homeade poptart; both were delicious and light, yet filling. All in all, I can't wait to come back here and enjoy the atmosphere and fare at Equinox when I need to be productive again. read more

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I have to say, this was the best latte I've had in HR. And I've had a lot of lattes in HR!!! I tried a seasonal one that had turmeric, cinnamon, and a cardamom syrup (house made) with oat milk cause I'm not a fan of dairy. So! He explained that it was lightly sweetened, and that they are very conscious of not making things overly sweet, which was music to my ears! Our barista was super helpful and descriptive which made the experience even better. The whole coffee shop has a great vibe, very clean and modern but comfy to chill in. My husband and I really enjoyed our coffee date here! He had a cappuccino which was perfect too, btw. This is gonna be my go to coffee place in Norfolk now, no doubt! read more

Equinox Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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This is one of those "How have I not left a review for this business yet???" moments for me. I have so much love for this little coffee shop who makes the best golden milk latte in Hampton Roads. You can try to fight me on that, but you will lose. Locally owned! I often see the business owner having brainstorming or networking meetings with makers, small scale coffee roasters, and other types of unique business owners. There are always signs in the window showcasing local happenings. You get the warm & fuzzy vibes that the owner really cares about connecting with and making a difference in the Coastal Virginia/Norfolk community. It's refreshing and makes you feel good supporting the business. Okay, so warm and fuzzies aside- how is the coffee? Everything I have tried has been excellent! I will drive out of my way to come here in the afternoons for their non-espresso superfood lattes. The golden milk latte is my favorite - turmeric, honey, and cinnamon. A nice perk me up in the afternoon without the espresso to make me jittery. I am also a fan of their beet latte, and of course, the lattes with espresso are great too. They have a variety of milks to choose from if you are dairy-free - I'm personally not dairy-free, but I enjoy oat milk lattes. From a coworking perspective, the wifi is excellent. There are several outlets if you need to charge up. It is rarely crowded from my experiences, so I don't feel terrible about lingering while I finish some work. They also have small bites like scones and croissants. I think they have sandwiches too, but I stick to drinks when I come here and like to grab some southern food from the business next door when I leave. When you walk out, you see a small sign- "show love, be kind, thanks!" read more

After months of driving by it twice a day, finally checked out this non-pretentious nature/earthy-vibe coffee shop, perfect for java junkies, matcha maniacs, tea takers, and sweet seekers. On street parking along with a tiny shared lot. Had the pleasure of meeting Ty, owner and native Norfolkian. We chatted about coffee and his beans (sourced from a company in Colorado). Described myself as a coffee purist, then asked him to make me whatever he thought I'd enjoy. He proceeded to prepare a cup of pour-over El Salvador ($4.25). It was smooth, rich and bold, but no where near Sumatra level, which I don't like. Spot on deliver and service. While steeping, we chatted more about life only to discover I know/work with his in-laws. I sat down at the counter made from wood, pulled up a black metal stool, and had no trouble connected to the fast, free 5g WiFi ("staylifted"). Read an ebook in between glancing out of the window at colley Ave on a rainy Friday. Discovered a tree stump on the counter with small paper squares and a sign inviting customers to jot down things they're thankful for, only to clip papers onto the "Equinox Tree of Thankfulness." Cool idea that boasts positivity and brings the community together over shared ideals. Enjoyed the locally made, colorful artwork (for sale) on the walls on before hitting the gender neutral restroom, which was clean and well stocked. Ty, thanks for a great cup of Joe and enjoyable, recharge worthy experience! read more

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Love this coffee shop! Super close to many parts of Norfolk and ODU. Service felt welcoming and love the decor! Had Swedish iced latte and it was yummy!! read more

Equinox Coffee - a view of a coffee shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

What amazing spot! It's has a cozy ambience that invites new friends,studying groups, coffee dates etc to sit and chat. I'm a coffee LOVER! This place did not disappoint. I got a specialty latte the coffee beans were delicious however I did get a lot of milk which I'm not a hug fan of coffee shops giving more milk than espresso(even though I got a latte, it's about balance.) I would most definitely go back. read more

Love the atmosphere! Modern meets authentic in a beautiful blend creating a relaxed area to enjoy your coffee and pastry. Coffee was rich and delicious, served with a smile and friendly attitude. My new favorite coffee place! read more

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Mediocre espresso but a nice location worth visiting if you enjoy going to different coffee shops! read more

Equinox Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Stopped in this morning with a friend as part of the Coastal Coffee Trail! LOVE IT HERE! Located on a corner with street parking. Cafe was not crowded at all but offer plenty of seating indoor and outdoor the menu is simple but has enough that everyone should be able to find something they like or try something different on each visit. In addition to me and my friend, a steady stream of customer traffic was being served by a friendly and capable barista, all of which seemed to be repeat happy customers, a nice thing to see. I enjoyed the blueberry muffin and horchata iced latte--WOWWWWWWWW, so so good! Can't wait to come back try something different next time! read more

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I adore Equinox! It's a tiny little shop in a location where you can find ample street parking. Free wifi, excellent loose leaf tea blends, and a number of tasty treats/pastries if you need a pick me up. Prices are super reasonable compared to other coffee shops in Norfolk. It's never been super packed when I've been in, so I've always enjoyed the vibe. They play decent music at a reasonable volume and have a fairly high degree of natural light near the front of the store. The vibe here is sort of modern industrial, so the seating situation isn't the most comfortable -- and spreading out to work is a bit of a challenge. It's easily 4 1/2 stars -- I only didn't give it five because my butt starts to hurt if I hang out on the metal chairs too long. If you haven't checked it out, give it a shot! read more

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I enjoy that Equinox has a wider variety of coffee drinks compared to other coffee shops. I ordered the Iced Horchata Cold Brew (w/ oat milk) and my partner ordered the Iced Horchata Latte. We both liked the cold brew because it wasn't too sweet! We also shared a ginger chocolate scone, which is vegan and baked in house. + Plenty of street parking + Fast WiFi + 2 long tables (with outlets) to do work Overall, this is a cute coffee shop where you can get some light work done. read more

Equinox Coffee - (Left) Iced Horchata Cold Brew w/ oatmilk (Right) Iced Horchata Latte (Bottom) Chocolate Ginger Scone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Stopped in for a caffein boost while visiting family in Norfolk and was pleasantly surprised with this gem! Perfect cortado to start the new year and the very well-curated little vintage shop in the back was Will definitely make this spot a must anytime I'm in town! read more

Undeniably cute coffee shop! I'm a huge fan of the fun autumn drink menu which featured espresso drinks with ingredients like activated charcoal, maple syrup, and beet powder. With the embarrassing amount of coffee shops I've been to, it's hard to find a place that offers unique drinks like these, so kudos to Equinox. I got the bonfire latte per staff recommendation. I was already somewhat familiar with the consumption of activated charcoal, so it didn't put me off as it may for those who have never heard of it. Anyhow, the flavor of the espresso was not lost, and it was a tasty, well-caffeinated drink. I intended to stay for a while to get work done, but it wasn't my favorite environment. There was plenty of room to do so, and outlets available if needed, but I couldn't find a comfy seat. The tables are all very narrow so I wasn't able to spread out my things well enough to be efficient. Where I was sitting, the table was too far out in front of me to lean against the wall and comfortably work on my laptop at the same time. My back soon started hurting and I decided to head out, crossing this spot off my "good for working" list. I would definitely stop in to hang with a friend and try another creatively crafted drink, but just not my favorite coffee shop as a whole, specifically to get work done. Worth checking out when you are in the area! read more

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Will is awesome. Delicious egg pie and fall latte, very satisfying. Great music too. The space is just completely comfortable too. Good parking around the way. read more

Convenient location, cozy atmosphere, and really good coffee! There is plenty of room for seating, including a dog-friendly patio. I had the horchata latte - one of many craft lattes on their seasonal menu. I also appreciated their support for local small businesses in the area through their selection of baked goods! Will definitely come back if I'm looking for a place to cozy up with a good book or a place for a quick coffee date! read more

Equinox Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Comfortable, Large Space but with lots of Feels! Parking was easy just don't park across the street after 9am every second Tuesday my friend said to eat a pop tart as it will change my life! And it was the most delectable and flavorful danish type pop tart that I have EVER experienced! So yeah she was right....now I'll tell you that it was Vegan! I would have NEVER had thought possible. My Caramel Latte was some of the best tasting coffee I had in a VERY long time. Don't know the beans that they used for this cup but damn was it smooth!! Gentlemen taking the orders and making our food and drinks was very calm and kind. With one customer after the other he stayed active but paced perfectly. THEN I tried my friend's toasted sesame seed bagel with the yummiest Pimento Cheese!!! Like WHOA!! Alright my other "go to" coffee spots....LOOK OUT for Equinox Coffee Co! They got it Goin On!! read more

Equinox Coffee - SUCH GOOD Pimento Cheese ON toasty Fresh Bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Cute coffee shop on the corner! I love the cozy ambiance, coffee is good as well. We got the horchata latte and a regular latte. A nice relaxing place to enjoy a cup of coffee. read more

Equinox Coffee - the interior of a coffee shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Very cute coffee shop in Norfolk. I got the Cinnamon Maple Latte(hot) and it was amazing! My husband got the Mayan Mocha which was also good...although I prefer the cinnamon maple latte. Would definitely go back again and have added it to my favorite coffee places list on Yelp. read more

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