What a lovely little spot! Sunny and open floor plan is complemented by the lacquered wood bar/countertops and the subway tile and wood paneling on the walls are nice accents. I absolutely adore the playlist they have and it's at an optimal volume to allow for conversations without being distracting. Also, if you can't appreciate the amount of Edison light bulbs in this place, noticing details is something you are missing out on! The 'plates' are sections from what I believe to be actual trees and they are delightful. The presentation of the food is simply and exquisitely executed. All visible areas of the drink preparation area are super clean and tidy for those who wonder about the state of cleanliness of a restaurant, I assume that the actual kitchen is on the same level. Finally, let's talk the food. I ordered the veggie wrap and a vanilla lavender latte. The latte was perfect and the wrap delicious. However, the wrap did not arrive as advertised. It did not contain the sprouts or any of the three types of peppers as stated on the menu but was nevertheless enjoyable. I had the fresh fruit cup as a side and though I could tell they prepare said fruit in-house, it was apparent that it had been cut some time before I had ordered it. The grapes were delicious, the orange bland, and in spite of the apples being how they should be, they were slightly brown but no big deal, it's to be expected. I look forward to trying the grown up grilled cheese next time I am here! read more

Gather - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

This place is beautiful inside! It's also very spacious. Their menu consists of coffees, lattes, espresso, organic smoothies, black and tans, and they also offer nitro infused coffee. Foods include avocado toast, pastries, and bakery items. I ordered a vanilla latte, my sister ordered a nitro infused cold brew and a cinnamon muffin. Our coffees were delicious however, it literally took almost 10 minutes for them to be ready. (There were no one else inside other than a couple). They also offer coffee cups and other coffee paraphernalia. Good coffee, nice people. I'll come back for food next time. read more

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A quiet little place in the back. It has a warm and inviting feel to it. Staff is super friendly. Good seating and plenty of it. You could easily grab lunch here and do a little work. Probably better than Starbucks. But pricing is about the same. I need to come back to try some food here as well read more

First time here today. I love the vibe, the clean crisp atmosphere, and the decor. I was apprehensive to say the least, but im so glad I put my big girl panties on to try this cafe. Come closer so I can tell you a secret.......a little closer. I'll be back tomorrow with more friends. read more

Gather - Hummus and chips. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Just love this place!! Great service, nicest people, cozy setting, yummy food & great coffee. read more

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Everything about this place is genuine, positive, and welcoming!! First the customer service is southern hospitality to the T! I ordered a turkey sandwich with chips, perfect taste and amount! The cinnamon roll is one of the freshest and best I have had in awhile! Lastly, the coffee is smooth, perfectly mixed, and they have plenty of milk alternatives. The only thing I would change is the coffee should be brought to the table. Not because I can't go get it, but they fill it up to the top of the cup and I almost spilled it twice. LOL. I will definitely bring friends here next time to GATHER and enjoy some great food! read more

I first discovered this coffeeshop on Instagram, and the décor and atmosphere caught my eye and immediately drew me in! White and black tiles, wooden tables, and a modern, minimalistic vibe... YES! I had to know where this aesthetically pleasing coffeeshop was, and I was surprised it was located in Chesapeake of all places. They officially opened their doors as of September 1, 2017 so they're the freshest, newest coffeeshop in town. I visited them on their opening day and was warmly greeted by a welcoming staff. Their menu features the espresso essentials as well as smoothies, breakfast items, pastries, soups, sandwiches, and salads. A good point to add: they will gladly make a custom drink for you if it's not on the menu! The price range is also very reasonable. I ordered a chicken salad sandwich with a fruit cup and a caramel macchiato in a mug (but sadly only drip coffee is served in them) *sad face*, so my drink came in a to-go cup. Speaking of to-go cups, they also have mobile/online ordering, so you can order food and drinks for pick up through ChowNow! The caramel macchiato was served in a 12 oz cup, extra hot, and it's sweetness wasn't over the top like how other places make it. The chicken salad sandwich, which is composed of chunky white chicken, celery, cranberries, marinated artichoke hearts, and pecans was OH SO GOOD! Everything in the chicken salad went so well together, and the chicken was extra chunky. It was love at first bite! The fruit cup on the side contained sweet watermelon, strawberries, and honeydew. I think I made some pretty solid choices on my first of many visits. I think this coffeeshop will do very well, considering there's none like it in the area and within its proximity. Plenty of free parking, free wifi, comfy seating and lots of table space, a healthy menu, and superb drinks--what more could you ask for?? The customer service, last but not least, makes this place stellar. We've finally got a waterhole in this coffeeshop desert of Chesapeake! read more

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This place oozes friendliness and warmth out of their business pores. Their food is always top of the line, and their presentation is incredible. read more

This is by far one of the best coffee shops in all of Hampton Roads. I am definitely a fan. The atmosphere is great and the service is even better. I had the Prescription Nitro Cold Brew and was very impressed. Overall 5/5. I highly recommend to anyone in the area! read more

Gather - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Good sandwiches and coffee. Friendly staff. Nice place to chill or meet a friend. I really enjoyed my coffee recommendation and it was smooth and good. Not burnt tasting like another business thinks we all want. read more

I love going to this place to focus on my reading and school work. The environment helps me concentrate better and it's a big plus that most of the items in their menu taste great! This is definitely my "go to" cafe here in VA. read more

Gather - Lavender Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Why have I not been here before? Searched for an alternative coffee shop and lunch cafe near Home Depot in Chesapeake and what a find!! This place is perfect for meeting friends, breaking out the laptop and getting some work done, and just having a moment of serenity. There is a high top bar with outlets, outdoor tables with shade and couches/lounge chairs and then inside regular table/chairs and then comfy leather seat and couch options on the periphery. Water is free. Pastries look delicious. The soup is velvety delicious and the chicken salad is pulled and mixed with dried cranberries but its moist and tasty. The latte is artful and there are a variety of flavor options and some seasonal offerings. The cafe is large and clean and the bathrooms are always clean. Most importantly the staff are kind and professional and helpful. You bus your own plates and everyone is part of a community here. It's definitely quiet enough to study on multiple trips and yet there is a nice background of soft music and conversation. Give this spot a try but save me a seat!! read more

Gather - Lavender Flavored Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Clean waited on you as soon as you walk in. Serves was great. Food was fresh and good.

We took a chance and drove an extra 20 minutes to eat here and were glad we did. I'm not an avocado fan normally because it's generally green paste. It's fresh here, very fresh and they put a thin layer on the BLT. We also had the ham and cheese croissant and chips/hummus. Her coconut creek coffee was delicious and I had the lemonade, which was also really good. The hash brown casserole was good. The bacon in it was cooked, just not crispy enough for us. The price seemed a little pricey but given the quantities and flavor of the foods, we were satisfied with the price. The service was excellent, just give them an extra 5-10 minutes as they take presentation and delivery serious. read more

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I don't know why I thought I'd already written a review for my favorite coffee spot in Western Branch! I've been a happy customer since they first opened. While the coffee is great, I love the ambience and décor of this place (think Chip and Joanna Gaines). There's a variety of seating from comfy chairs with USB charging ports (strong free wifi!) to bar stools at the counter and window seating. Bathrooms are always clean and there's a cool meeting room available that can be reserved for a fee as well. In addition to the above you can sign up to get rewarded for your purchases. Definitely worth a visit! Great place to meet friends for coffee or for studying. read more

I usually won't ever leave a negative review but I do believe this is justified. I usually stop at Gather out of convenience bc it's right next to the gym. I've never ordered something to-go from this location and there not be something wrong. Either an item forgot completely or they still add an ingredient I've asked repeatedly to omit. Again, I return out of convenience. This has happened about 4 times now. The cashier will repeat your entire order including modifications and they will STILL get it wrong. Timeliness is also always an issue. It will be empty and staff standing around and you'll still wait 20 min for food or a smoothie. It's safe to say my household won't be returning anymore. read more

Outdoor seating was dog friendly, the iced coffee and iced chia latte was delicious. The breakfast croissant sandwich with apples were very good and filling for breakfast. Inside was a nice atmosphere. read more

The absolute worst. We were not greeted nor recognized as paying costumers. I have heard many good things about this establishment but today they did not do their job. Waited for over 15 minutes to even be be greeted when the restaurant was at 40% capacity. So let them close. They are trash. read more

Quiet place to enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch. Nice staff, too. Great place for a large group (large tables where you can sit together) or just to sit and read by yourself. read more

Great spot for a morning breakfast and coffee. This place has an elegant atmosphere and very spacious seating area. The staff was very helpful and they provide a good variety of interesting drink specials. It's hard to find good croissant sandwiches and Gather does it right. My vanilla iced coffee was amazing, and wasn't too sweet. read more

Gather - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Gather is a cute and quaint little coffee shop in the western branch part of Chesapeake. The atmosphere is very down to earth and relaxing. The aroma of coffee and allure of leather chairs and wood paneling greet you in a restaurant that has a very modern feel to it. The beverages are great- I had a latte and my wife a chai tea. The service is friendly and knowledgeable. The baked goods look great and taste even better (the red velvet cupcake was delicious!). They can get backed up at times and take a while to come out with your order, but you might as well sit back and relax because you'll want to be here a while! read more

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Coffee ok. Christmas latte Kris kringle was bland. Chai latte was nice and smooth. Atmosphere nice, service good

I have given this spot 3 chances. Service is slow & I have been the only one in line. I ask for 2% latte every visit only to hear they only have whole, almond, oat milk. The prices r high for the product one receives. Food is ok just again prices are not in line with the quality. I am Confused since this appears to be a non profit coffee shop. Also I realized living in Northern Va for 30 years we have n had choices. I am so spoiled by Northside Social in Arlington Va. read more

This place has amazing coffee and awesome food it's just I always feel uncomfortable and like I am in a very uptight atmosphere.

Firstly, the staff was friendly & professional, the food is AMAZING!! I ordered the egg & cheese on bagel, and I enjoyed every bite. The environment is laid back with a comfy vibe. The prices won't break your pockets either, so I can say this is an all around great breakfast spot! read more

Gather - Egg & Cheese Bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Pros: Friendly staff, awesome coffee and I'm in LOVE with the "classic smoothie." They use vegan protein powder and it's delicious. The big con: Staff do not know how to multi task. This is a consistent problem. If I order an item that takes a while to make, such as pour over coffee, please get that item started before attending to other less time-consuming items. Even when ordering simpler items it can take a while to receive order. I disregarded the first few times it happened because there were a lot of customers. Since then I've timed it on four separate occasions and it takes an average of 13 minutes to get my coffee and smoothie. I hope this can be remedied with training or by having the kitchen staff member assist when it's busy. I really love the coffee and other items UPDATE 1/2/2019: Have been back multiple times at different times of day since the last review. They have been packed most times, but there are more staff at the front and orders do not take a long time at all. So glad, as this is a great little coffee shop! read more

I enjoyed a delicious stuffed avocado and hummus with pita chips. The avocado was stuffed with a Caesar salad. It tasted clean and I truly enjoyed it. Gather makes their own hummus! The staff were nice people and provided excellent customer service. I recommend this spot. I will definitely return. read more

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The space is amazing and open. The menu is fantastic and their chili was delicious. The employees were so kind and accommodating as well. The food did not take long. The limeade is highly recommended as well! Just wish they were open later :) read more

Gather - Beef chili and limeade! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Love love LOVE this place. The Western Branch community desperately needed a local place for good coffee, food, and to hang out or work. Shout out to Jimmy and Brendon who provide amazing service! These guys seriously know how to make the most delicious cups of coffee, even when you have complicated order. They always give the best service with a smile! The aesthetic is just simple and beautiful. There are super comfy chairs to relax in and chat with friends or read a book. I will be back over and over!! read more

Great food and coffee! I love their choices and that they have interesting flavors that I've never had before. Each coffee is crafted with care! read more

Always trying to support local shops instead of usual Starbucks and Dunkin'. People were nice, had coffee and breakfast sandwich :) it was good and everyone was very nice, would go back if needed a pick me up read more

The coffee wonderful and the service was polite and helpful. The atmosphere was relaxing and clean.

What an ambience! Gather is spacious, and gives you a sense of wholesomeness paired with nouveau! The drinks and food were delish! What an awesome place to study, hold a meeting or just hangout with friends. SN: The Caramel Apple Smoothie and Turkey Avocado wrap will be the death of me!! read more

Gather - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Absolute BEST cup of coffee I have EVER had!!! I don't care how much it costs, I will make this a regular stop!!

I am definitely a fan of gather and it is a regular stop for me. It's nice to have another choice besides Starbucks. I would have given them five stars except for the fact that I think they are a bit overpriced on their coffee and they don't have any other sizes. Their coffee is very good and they have quite a few different options. They also have some very good lunch options. Your chicken salad is very flavorful and fresh. I like that they have the option of having it in an avocado bowl. It is one of the few places that has a Keto friendly option! read more

Great spot for a coffee and lunch. Wifi. Quiet atmosphere. Lots of room to spread out. Outdoor space as well.

Be here once and I wish I lived closer. Great service and turn around time. Library quiet, but that's on the customers

Recently revisited Gather and loved it all over again! I tried two items that I didn't try on my last visit and equally liked both just as much as I liked what I had last time! I went for the multigrain croissant which was served warm and with butter and tasted great! For my drink, I tried a frappe flavored with lavender and topped with whip! I loved the drink as it had just enough hints of lavender without making it too flowery or overwhelming! My only feedback is that they don't have skim or nonfat milk to add to frappes so be aware of that if you plan to order! Overall, I loved my second visit and think this place will continue to do really well! read more

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Only one guy knows how to make a decent latte. They're all very kind but product quality is inconsistent.

They are very slow. Took about 30 minutes for two sandwiches. If you are in a hurry, you don't have time to eat here.