There are a ton of coffee shops in Charlottesville but if you're looking for a REALLY good iced…read morelatte, SK is the way to go. I've tried the matcha latte in the past and it wasn't my favorite, but their coffee? Amazing! I got a medium iced caramel latte with skim milk and cold foam. It was the perfect milk to espresso ratio -- not too much so that it loses the coffee taste but not too little that the espresso is overpowering. The caramel flavor was just the right amount of sweetness. They topped it with a nice drizzle as well, making the drink super pretty (if you care about that sort of thing). The coffee shop itself is very cute inside & it has plenty of seating if you're looking to catch up with a friend or get work done. If you're in Charlottesville and you don't stop at SK for a drink, you're missing out!

SK Coffee is a great option if you find yourself on the Corner! Got myself a Cold Brew with Irish…read moreCream syrup and it was delicious. Very cozy spot - great for studying and catching up with friends. The service was very accommodating and friendly. Happy to support this local spot!

I spent two nights in the Graduate and went down to Poindexter for breakfast when I woke up the…read morefirst morning. My croissant tasted as though it was sourced from Costco; it had been heated up, which made it marginally palatable. I asked for a large cappuccino and got a drink that tasted as though a sugary syrup had been added to it. There was a huge volume of milk, which I guess was OK, and a small amount of OK-tasting espresso. The breakfast was convenient enough that I figured I'd go back for a second round the next morning. However, when I arrived at the coffee bar on Day Two, I was told that the person who would be staffing it was "running late" and that the croissants had not yet arrived. The front desk person found it in her heart to pour me some coffee from the huge urn at the coffee bar. I was grateful for the free lobby coffee but headed outside for my official breakfast. Outside was better.

This cafe located in the first floor of the Graduate Hotel is a convenient stop on the Corner if…read moreyou're looking for a study space with caffeine; however, the drinks and food leave something to be desired. There is a good amount of seating with two large shared-space tables and smaller circular tables, and there is free wifi access. The cafe offers coffee, tea, and draft options. I've only come in for coffee and tea twice and felt that it was overpriced for what you get. They only offer their iced drinks in the large option, and it's probably because the iced drink consists of 8-10 large ice cubes that take up a majority of the space of the cup. The iced chai and hot soy latte tasted good, but were standard. The food was kind of meh - I ordered a biscuit which was barely warmed up. Overall, an okay cafe (probably not my first choice to go to), but it will give you a caffeine fix if you need it.

It's right on uva campus with lots of cute restaurants around…read more. Coffee quality is great, maple brown sugar latte was great.. but don't expect no latte art.. Lots of seating.. cute outdoor seating.. more upstairs seating if u wanna ring laptop.. Kind of place u want to go yourself to read.. or chat quietly with friends.. nice relaxing music that's not loud..

I love Grit Coffee they always have a fun drink. right now it's the Blackberry Mocha. I also had…read morethe blackberry in a latte because I liked it so much and I would definitely get the morning roll again.

wow, what a disappointing experience. i've been to a handful of specialty coffee shops, and i…read moreprobably received the worst customer service here. barista barely said 3 words to me during the order and seemed annoyed the whole time. i was not rude or obnoxious. simply ordered an decaf iced cortado. place still seems to be noticeably dirty. on the bright side, they carry the best decaf espresso i have ever had. was pulled beautifully. will definitely return simply for the coffee.

I got a hot matcha latte. Nice place but the drinks are a bit overpriced. The drink itself is…read moredecent. Overall, good

The tea drinks honestly aren't bad here. It's the terrible customer service every time with some of…read morethese boba businesses. I ordered an $8-9 coffee milk tea with creme brûlée and oreo. It's my first time there and I missed the large option which is my mistake. Got like a small 12-16 oz cup. I asked if I could pay to get it as a large drink and the manager couldn't comprehend that all she had to do was void the transaction and I'd ring up the new drink and tip the baristas for the inconvenience. I'm not trying to make a service worker feel bad but it's on management to not be so stingy on just helping a customer. For $8-9 it did not feel worth the money and genuinely the customer service with some of these Asian boba shops are atrocious compared to the ones in Richmond like even Tsaocaa or Zen Cafe or in Nova like Teas N You I've been to owned by competent owners and workers that aren't incompetent. Edit: I've also worked in a boba restaurant before so I know how management can be and it's just poor business practice to screw over your customers.

yum place, authentic flavas, i def enjoy my sweet treats from here. The mochi donuts are really…read moregood cause they've got diversity and creative flavors! the price is a little high tho. but that is how it is!! tis life and boba edit: erm i posted a 4 star review the manager did in fact scold me for not leaving 5. mind you.. i wasn't going to review anything in the first place!!! it was a very awkward situation, and although I know I got a free donut for reviewing, 4 stars is not a low tier at all and I'm a bit surprised I was scolded for that. TBH i do not think i'm going to come back

We decided to explore Downtown Charlottesville this past Saturday afternoon while we were on a…read morequick weekend getaway. As usual, I'm looking for the best coffee roaster to go to, and Lone Light Coffee was on the top of my list in this area. The coffee shop is on the smaller side, but it was warm and comfortable. The baristas were nice and three of them gave me their input on which single origin I should choose for my pour-over. POUR-OVER - MKT Price +6.50 for Mohammed Aba Nura - Ethiopia (tasting notes: Strawberry, white chocolate, hazelnut) I wanted the craziest tasting option they had, and they recommended this one since it's pretty popular and well-liked among customers. However, one of the barista said he didn't really like it himself. I figured I should still try it. The sips I had while it was still warm was pretty juicy and sweet, but I really didn't like the notes once it cooled down (about 20 minutes later), which tasted sour and off-putting. I should have listened to that one barista and went with a different single origin option. Overall, good roaster -- just unfortunate that I tried something that wasn't for me. The baristas seem knowledgeable and passionate about their craft. I would love to come back next time and try another single origin offering.

Excellent coffee and tea in downtown Charlottesville. The quality of the coffee beans paired with…read moreartfully crafted espresso drinks is probably the best in the city. The baristas are excellent at making coffee, friendly, and the seasonal drinks are creative. They have a cardamom syrup that's delicious in lattes. The shop itself is very cute, with a handful of tables and stools at the counter. There's a couple of tables outside too. I wouldn't recommend trying to get work done here during a busy time since it's not a huge space.

Great food, but the coffee is terrible - tastes like the same burnt swill they serve at Bodo's…read more So take the canelé, leave the coffee.

The Brioche Feuillette, the Banana Sourdough, and the "Keswick Sandwich" were - I kid you not,…read moreWORLD CLASS good. The quality of the lamination of the croissant for the sandwich was PERFECT. The sandwich slaps you with flavor: saltiness from the ham, pepper from a BUNCH of arugula, lil' sweetness from the apple butter - proper sandwich. The quality of the Brioche (in flavor) and flavor of pastry cream, amazing, again lamination crazy well done. The banana sourdough was jaw droppingly executed. The banana flavor present & strong, quintessential soft & "wet" center that you get from classic banana bread somehow balanced with a beautifully caramelized crust all with that sourdough "tanginess". I can't wait to go back.

This is a completely adorable hidden gem for both wine and small bites. I hung out at the bar and…read morewent with the "Bartenders Choice" and was served a really interesting trio of wines that normally I'd have never tried but am happy to sample. Good service - check. I also loved the grilled cheese with a side of beans. I can't remember what they were, but dang they were tasty. It all went down well with a glass of local sparkling wine. I'd happily return.

Such a cute tea house. I came here with a group of ladies and we had fun drinking tea and eating…read moresnacks in this comfortable spot. I enjoyed my hibiscus tea and beans. I hope to come back for wine some night.

Americano coffee was great! Decaf Latte wonderful!…read more We topped it with yummy croissant , moist pumpkin muffin and a delicious scone! It was a wonderful way to start the morning !

Shenandoah Joe Coffee Roasters has so many different coffee variations, from so many different…read morecountries! This was truly one of the best Americanos I've ever had. They have a very small selection of food items, so if you are very hungry, I would recommend getting food prior, but then coming to get your coffee here! Lots of spaces for a self work/study as well and the parking lot is right out front! Quick service and focused ambiance.

Came here to reward myself after moving my stuff. All I can say is that I am glad I came. The…read moreatmosphere here is very relaxed and the coffee is also very good. I ordered a hibiscus iced tea with a cookie witha fruit filling. My friend ordered a latte. The drinks were both beyond our expectations (the lattee had a nice aromatic flavor and thr tea was really refreshing). The cookie also was delicious. I would highly recommend coming here.

I like non-big box artsy coffee houses like this. Take your time. Sip a nice roasted brew and get…read moreaway from it all briefly.