Coffee and food was delicious. The beans they use are perfect, very smooth! Their coffee DOESN'T…read morehave a weird sour taste like some other coffee shops do. Pastries and breakfast were very tasty 10/10!

Stopped in to grab some iced coffee before taking the kids to an event of a Saturday morning around…read more10am. Decided on the fall in a cup latte off the specialty menu. I ordered it half sweet, but it was still very sweet so I'm not sure if the real thing is super sweet or if they just forgot to half the sweetness for my order. So good. Kept this tired mama energized the whole day!

Why do most coffee shops in Alabama have to face a parking lot? Why the heck is everything another…read moreugly strip mall? What makes it even sadder in the case of Santos, is they tried to make the exterior a little more enjoyable by putting some nice tables and even a swing outside. Sadly, without any plants separating the area from the parking lot, the entire vibe of this coffee shop, both looking out from inside and sitting outside is not that great. But, vibe aside, let's talk about how it got here. Santos is a family owned small chain. The main owner, Wendy Madden, opened the first coffee shop in 1993 in Tuscaloosa and since expanded into Santos Coffee we know today. The establishment pays homage to Guatemalan saints and ancestral lands where coffee is sourced from, from family's original plantations. The beans are roasted in Birmingham after being imported from Guatemala. The coffee is absolutely excellent here. Seriously, a very tasty latte. Oddly, they do not have an option to get it in a mug, so there is no way to avoid the plastic coating and the flimsy paper cups. Also there wasn't even a design on top of the latte...but ok, maybe that's slightly picky to highlight. Thus, Santos as a whole is a good coffee shop for to go orders. With excellent coffee quality, this is where they really shine. With that said, the vibe and serving methods need work.

Super clean and the aesthetic I could spend hours here and work…read more The staff were really nice. They had good options for food and for drinks outside of coffee! Free water, which I love because it's self serve. Only thing I would change is the energy shot. It would amazing if they served an energy shot actually. I was expecting like a mini juice shot packed with vitamins and suppl

Finally made it to Baba Java Coffee, and I wish I hadn't waited so long! I had the cappuccino and…read moremy friend got the latte, both delicious. The cappuccino was stronger than what I usually go for, but smooth, not bitter at all. The ambiance is really nice, mostly tables and chairs with one cozy area that has softer seating. A few people were working on laptops, so it seems like a good spot to post up for a bit. Parking was easy too. Will definitely be back!

Having opened in 2019, Baba Java entered the area's coffee shop scene at a time when coffee for…read moremost local residents was still associated with one single chain. This was the first location of Baba Java and has since expanded through the city. Ran my Omani entrepreneurs, this little coffee shop became quite popular over the years. The staff working here are mostly teenagers or college students, who are very attentive and professional despite their young age. The owner clearly picked out incredible folks to be here who make Baba Java feel both welcoming and well kept. The interior of the space is fairly basic coffee shop design, but admittedly, a little bit dated in 2026 and lacks the unique vibe of some other independent coffee shops. Window views facing the strip mall parking lot don't create much of an ambiance either. With that said, design is not the main thing to come here for. The coffee is excellent and priced very reasonably, offering a great value for an establishment of this sort. There is easy to access WiFi and an overall feeling of being welcomed. A solid little coffee shop that allows customers to support some local business owners instead of a big chain.

Been passing this place for almost a year and finally decided to stop and try. I picked the best…read moretime to do it! Bullet Coffee is hard to miss if you're driving south on 31 in Pelham. When you get to the light at the corner of 31 and Pelham Park Blvd, just look to the right and you'll see a quaint little white building. Behind it is the Pelham Public Library which looms over Bullet and to the other side of Bullet is Edgars Bakery. As mentioned BC has been there about a year now. The other BC is on 280 and there's one more in Fairhope. All are owned by the same individual who also owns their sister store the Red Mountain Expresso. BC is not technically another "pop up" coffee place because this is actually a brick and concrete building albeit it's just big enough to be a full service drive thru, but it doesn't have any seating inside or out. Just a drive thru. The drive-thru is planned nicely so it's easy to get to the order window then around to the pickup/pay window. Their menu options long and diverse but also typical of any coffee place. They also serve fresh daily sausage biscuits and pimento cheese biscuits. They have specialties like the Turtle latte, Classics like cold brew, blended drinks like frappes and non coffee drinks like iced teas and chai. I was lucky today because they are in middle of running a special called Frappy Hour good for another week. From 3-6pm all medium frappes are $2! I tried the Java Chip and Cookie & Cream. She asked me if I wanted the "coffee" or "milk" based. The coffee is the traditional way but the milk would be more like a milkshake. I chose coffee. I didn't get whipped cream which was offered. I only had to wait a couple minutes after paying. She even gave me a frequent visitor card. Get 10 drinks, get the 11th free! The cookies and cream was good, but the java chip was even better. Nicely blended, cool and refreshing on this warm afternoon. Yom Yom Yom Yom. It hit the spot! Welcome to Pelham BC!

It was a Thursday morning and I decided to stop for coffee on my way to work. This was my first…read moretime ever having bullet coffee. When I arrived, there was at least seven cars in front of me, which was a good sign. The drive-through is a little narrow. You order through one window and then you pick up on the other side of the window. I ordered an iced rush-hour coffee and after lighthouse which I got. The consistency was creamier than I would've liked other iced coffees. I've had are more liquidy. It was good. It wasn't the best. I probably will be back to try the other different flavors. The staff couldn't have been friendlier. Besides the drive-through you can also walk up and get coffee. This is right in front of the Pelham library which is nice because before or after you go the library can get you a little treat.

SO wanted to try Aden Cafe as he saw it on FB. It is located on Lakeshore right next to Mr.Wang's…read more The store has a cute sitting area in the corner and the employees (owners?) are nice. I was excited to try the baklava as they looked beautiful. However, while the flavor was very good, the texture was all wrong. An authentic baklava is supposed to be crispy, flaky, and crunchy, especially on the top layers. While it is heavily soaked in sweet syrup, it should never be soggy, mushy, or completely soft. Unfortunately, the ones we had tonight were indeed soggy and completely soft.

I guess you could call this hidden gem. Aden Cafe is nestled among the wildwood shopping center off…read moreof lakeshore parkway. Known for its middle eastern style offerings including Yemeni coffee and other kinds of coffee (hot or iced), pastries, crepes, and ice cream you will find it hard to find something you won't like. The place itself is a relaxed environment where you could study or catch up with friends. I tried the iced Aden latte (espresso, milk, pistachio and lavender) and it's the best coffee off of lakeshore. None of the flavors were overpowering the others. I also ordered a biscoff crepe and a sabaya. The sabaya was flaky and crispy, smothered in delicious honey. It wasn't the thickest sabaya but I enjoyed it! The biscoff crepe was so decadent. The crepe itself was soft and chewy, the perfect texture for such a delicious crepe. The fruit given with it also paired well with the drizzled sauce. I am looking forward to supporting this locally owned spot more often!

It's so bright and sunny here! I love the big windows! Such good coffee too! Definitely much needed…read morecaffeine boost. The staff were incredibly kind and fun to connect with. The decor is super earthy and the entire place is clean! There is seating indoors and outdoors however it's not the biggest space. it was comfortable and cozy! I love the outdoor seating here. They do have WiFi if you are working. I highly recommend if you want to drink good coffee and work on your laptop in the area!

Bluff park collective is a gem. The shop is Full of coffee and coffee related items for sale and…read morepastries (plus pre packaged seasonal items such as valentines treats). The space is a homey albeit a little small. It feels like a community space where you can catch up with old friends who just happen to be there at the same time. The coffee menu isn't the biggest or the most creative, but the focus is on quality old time classics here. I grabbed a drink and espresso to go. The espresso is thin bodied, sweet, and has a touch of a pleasant acidity. Perfect for a morning or late afternoon pick me up. I haven't made my way through the menu (yet) but I will be back to try more!

Cala is one of my favorite coffee spots in Birmingham. The coffee is great, the staff is always so…read morefriendly, and the whole place just has the best cozy vibe. Their seasonal drinks are always so fun and creative, and it's the kind of coffee shop where you grab a latte and end up staying way longer than you planned.

Super disappointed. Parking set up is terrible- the small lot was full, had a big truck back all…read morethe way out of the lot from a space in front of the door while people are trying to drive into full lot. 20min limit signs. Was 4th in line and it was soooo slow with 4 girls working. None of the specials drinks have prices. Ordered the a drink called Front Porch? The girl forgot to enter the strawberry shortbread cookies I got so she had to start another order for me to tap with my card and then she gave herself a tip! Wow, definitely didn't authorize that. $6.16 Waited 20min for my drink and come to find out, they were calling Hannah for my drink. Yikes.

This waffle truck was phenomenal. The service was great and the truck was so cute! I got the…read morecinnamon sugar classic waffle and it came out hot and was nice and fluffy. I also got an iced caramel latte. It had the perfect balance of coffee strength and flavor. Definitely recommending and will partake again.

Great food and drinks, great service. Sandwiches are AMAZIIIINNNGGG!! The owners and so kind and…read morefriendly!

Drive-thru only, but absolutely worth the stop. The menu had plenty of great options, including…read moreseasonal drinks posted right on the window. The staff was super friendly and helpful, and the drinks were so good we went twice during our visit. Prices were affordable, and the service was quick--perfect for a grab-and-go caffeine fix. Definitely a must-try local gem.

This was my first time here and I wanted an iced coffee. We were greeted by a friendly young lady…read morewho suggested the turtle latte. I loved it and it was the best coffee drink I had in Alabama ! The Coffee had so much favor that the coffee stood out over everything else. I will definitely return when I'm in the area.

Beautiful place,great food,nice workers. Amazing just great.I lived near this place and I would go…read moreevery week tasty bread and great service. The ice cream shop right next to it is also very good even with the coin machine.

Amazing gem right in Hoover. Delicious, fresh baked pastries, breads, and delights. Legit Latino…read morebakery. Can't go wrong.