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    Familiar Grounds

    4.3 (23 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 4:00 pm

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    Bacon, egg, and cheese bagel and iced crème brûlée.
    Kelsi K.

    Way larger inside than I was anticipating. Plenty of space for you to enjoy coffee and breakfast with friends. The coffee was delicious as was the food! I won't be visiting often as it isn't close to home and was rather a stop on my journey, but would highly recommend if you are in the area.

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    Coffee wasn't terrible, but the prices were high. Along with the fact that they filled my cup to the top with ice, and left me with 2 sips of coffee. It's a bummer because the coffee did taste good, there was just none actually in the cup. Won't be coming again.

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    6 months ago

    Cool ambiance, friendly staff , coffee is just okay. I love the location and atmosphere!!

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    5 years ago

    Very friendly service! Excellent Quiche for breakfast and a nice large mug of fresh coffee! Nice setting.

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    9 years ago

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    5 years ago

    Good drinks and food. The staff is friendly, but the owner could care less that you're there. Never even acknowledged us.

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    8 years ago

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    11 years ago

    I LOVE the coffee!! I live in Chicago and every time I'm in town visiting family I come for a cup of coffee every morning!!

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    7 years ago

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    10 years ago

    I was so happy to discover this place!! You can have a cup of chai, or coffee and a snack and sit right next to the river!!!

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    10 years ago

    Awesome! We really enjoyed our visit and will be back again. What a treat to also be able sit by the river and relax.

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    13 years ago

    This is a wonderful little place with great coffee, delicious soups, lots of unique gifts, and a delightful atmosphere!

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    Java Jive Roasters

    Java Jive Roasters

    4.4(5 reviews)
    17.3 mi

    Waupaca, Wi. This is a nice cozy setting with a very…read morerelaxed vibe. It's all about the coffee though, which is excellent. For a latte, we went with two shot 12 oz, with the milk held down about 3/4 inch. The result is a perfect latte. Rich and robust, the flavor of the roast is striking. I'm not sure why anyone would add a flavor to this delicious caffeinated beverage, but then that's just me. I like the old jazz coming from the speakers as opposed to some of the crap thrust upon us at other places.

    Stopped by this small-town coffee shop while passing through the area. The atmosphere was quiet and…read morelow-key, which suited us fine. Staff weren't overly welcoming or chatty--no carried conversation or small talk--but they were polite and friendly enough. If you're looking for warm, high-energy service, this might not be the spot, but if you're okay with a more reserved vibe, it works. There was a bit of a wait for our drinks, which felt a little long considering we were the only customers being helped at the time. That said, the quality of the drinks made up for it. I had the lavender lemonade--super refreshing and light. My partner tried the orange cream chai and really enjoyed the flavor balance. Both drinks were thoughtfully made and tasty. That said, if I were in the area again, there's another local coffee shop I'd likely choose first--it had a more welcoming atmosphere and a similar drink quality. Still, this spot was a pleasant stop with creative options and might be just right for someone seeking a quieter, more laid-back experience.

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