Highland Coffees- PLEASE NEVER CHANGE. From the interior to the coffee and baked goods, this has to be the most consistent and delicious coffee shop in BR. The chocolate chip muffins are heaven, and the place always smells like the most amazing coffee beans. I loveeee that you get to pick the roast for their cafe au laits. It's cozy and the staff are always on their A-game; I'll always return when I get the chance! read more

Highland Coffees - Cafe Au Lait - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

I love the ambiance and location of this coffee shop! Located steps away from LSU's campus, and next the Chimes, this coffee shop is full of LSU spirit. It gives 'home and comfy' vibes. There is a mix of tables and couches, so you can pick whatever style of seating you would like. There is even a small courtyard outside to sit too. The menu was hard to see, so I would if they could expand that. But, I stuck my usual and got a vanilla cold brew with sweet cold foam. I like my cold foam a bit sweeter, but this one was fine. The coffee was really good! Service was great as it didn't take long at all to take our order and get us our coffee. There were also tons of sweet treats to pick from. They all looked so delicious, and I sadly decided to pass on them... next time! read more

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My book club met here some nights ago & it's a quaint but lively locally owned coffee shop. There's the amazing smell of ground coffee & sweet homemade pastries. Apparently this place has been around since 1989, right in the edge of LSU campus! There were many students, study groups & other patrons enjoying weather in the outdoor courtyard. Our group sat inside & I ordered a vanilla iced coffee with a slice of rum nut cake. It was warmed, although the cashier offered a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream with it, I declined. When I say it was rich in flavor, you definitely will want more with a coffee or tea. Our book club voted to return, so I can't wait to try more. It was a refreshing experience. read more

Highland Coffees - Vanilla Iced Coffee (cold Drip) & rum nut cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Local coffee shop right next to LSU. It is big and spacious with lots of small tables. I like the inside decor. Some people bring their dogs in and around the shop! There's only street parking by the shop. I got a large french vanilla latte and it was good with a caffeine booster! The girl working the register was super kind and helpful! read more

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Classic University coffee shop with a library-study-feel and friendly Louisiana staff from Baton Rouge AKA "Red Stick" - what a lovely group and environment for simple coffees and eats, with an incredibly kind and generous staff. read more

Nice staff but nothing special. Didn't even drink the cappuccino. Was not frothed right and forgot to add the vanilla. Nice courtyard for a mediocre coffee but I need more care and taste. I'll throw in an extra star since they have the desire to make it right. One more chance :) read more

The service here was super friendly! This was my first time going to this coffee house and I was genuinely surprised! They had so many options for the iced teas from the usual places that I go to so I had no idea what to choose so the staff helped me choose one! I ended up going with the Yerba mate tea which is very good. It's not too strong in terms of taste which I enjoy. The atmosphere is very nice but it is a bit loud if you are trying to study in my opinion. But it is a great place to go if you are catching up with friends or doing light work. They have so many options in terms of drips and other drinks that I am excited to try next time I come! I also really love their outside seating, if it was wasn't so hot I would definitely sit out there! They had many chargers among the walls too which is a good plus. read more

If you want a local coffee shop, you've found it here at Highland Coffees. Recent orders that I've had are lavender matcha latte, blended matcha, chai tea latte, and dirty vanilla chai tea latte (which means espresso was added). They've all tasted pretty good. They have a lot of different syrup flavors to customize your drinks. And they have pastries and bagels. The staff is very friendly and kind. The shop has a very chill vibe. Lots of locals, regulars, and students come here to chill, study, or chat. There's a lot of indoor and outdoor seating. The shop has a retail area to buy coffee, teas, mugs, and more. This will be a 4 start review instead of 5 because sometimes the service can be a bit slow. And some drinks are made in an area that is hidden from customers. Most coffee shops I've been to are typically completely transparent when making beverages. The shop could use a physical update and more modern look. Full transparency, the first time I went I did not like the iced almond latte or the pastry I ordered. It took me over a year to return but I've been back a few times and enjoyed it. read more

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Highland Coffees always delivers. We had a small birthday gathering last Saturday and they were very accommodating. And of course, the coffee is wonderful! read more

Highland Coffees has long served the LSU and Baton Rouge community from its location on Chimes Street at the North Gates of LSU. It is a local establishment that has everything one could want from a college coffee shop. There is plenty of room to work or rest while enjoying your beverages or snacks. There are easy chairs or tables, whichever suits your needs. There is also an outdoor seating area with a nicely planted arbor to enjoy if the weather permits. Also outdoors are plenty of places to park your bike. The facility possesses a nice wheelchair ramp for the mobility impaired. Highland Coffees roasts beans in-house, and therefore serves a variety of interesting blends on a rotating basis. Espresso drinks are also available, as are an impressive list of teas. Teas are also available iced, as are coffee beverages, for those times you want a cold drink. Lots of baked goods are also on offer, for when you you need some food. Coffee and related merchandise is also available for retail purchase if you want to enjoy a locally roasted variety at home. Service is always fast, as they are used to high volume. However, I think Highland Coffees is best enjoyed in a leisurely manner, kick back and take your time. Have a nice experience at this local gem. read more

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vibes in here are 12/10. coffee quality is insane and there are SO many roast options. There's even all the teas you could imagine and baked goods that are home made. everything from tea to black coffee to a frozen caramel coffee is so freaking good if you like sweet coffee. This coffee has depth and the employees are always kind. read more

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This establishment is frequently busy, and that's not just because it is within walking distance of LSU. The coffee is always excellent and the staff friendly. I've been coming here for over thirty years and I have never been disappointed. read more

Coffee was good, cafe was great with plenty of sitting. Definitely will use this place for business and personal occasion. read more

This place is so cute and awesome!! They had a little bit of everything on the menu, super yummy pastries, and super comfy inside and outside seating. The environment was great especially with how nice the staff is. read more

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I work at insomnia. I'm literally always in there atmosphere is nice workers are fantastic

Highland coffee is a great coffee and study location right next to campus. It has a lot of tables and outlets that really allow you to get your study on. My most favorite part of this place is definitely the style of the coffee shop. It has a lot of space for people to come and study. It has a lot of nice art that changes pretty often. There's a lot of outlets and even some that go outside. This place really is the best place to go to study. However, this leads to the overpopulation of studious people inside the shop and a lack of space for everyone to come and study. The service here is really good. I think it is run by a bunch of college students, and they do a really good job in getting you what you want and then serving you really well. My favorite is definitely the Iced Chai. I get that every single time I go here. You can add some white chocolate syrup to it which changes the game dramatically. There's a pretty good flavor to it, but you have to mix it well and add in a good amount of syrup. I spent the majority of my senior year here to get stuff done. It has always served me well until 11 pm when they closed which isn't a problem. I would definitely come back here again when I need to study. read more

Oh My Gosh!! Sweetest girls working on Sunday 12/26/21. So bubbly and out going. I don't think they've ever mer a stranger. Made us feel like family in 20 seconds. They loved my service dog and spoiled him rotten. Keep up the good work!! Today's staff 12/27/21 just as nice and attentive but they had a line to work through read more

I Love this Highland Coffee. Baristas are very kind and the coffee is great! Been a staple around LSU

Pretty solid place. It's just off campus, its convenient for parking and seating, and the coffee is nice. I wouldn't say it is the highest quality coffee you can get in the area, but students are very lucky to have such a nice, cozy, good place like Highland Coffees to relax and study. For those who are wondering, it is more 2nd wave coffee than anything. read more

Highland Coffees - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

I love this coffee shop! The vibe is so nice, and it is very spacious! The outside area is my favorite, even in the rain it is very peaceful. The coffee is soooo good, I get a medium roast vanilla iced latte with caramel drizzle and a lemon blueberry bread. So good, and definitely will continue to come back! The workers behind the counter are super nice as well. read more

Highland Coffees - Iced Vanilla Latte and Lemon Blueberry Bread - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Wow! What a cup of coffee! An Ethiopian medium roast. Served by the happiest and most attentive tigers from LSU. I'm on the fence with th croissant, the overcooked very crunchy croissant... because despite its appearance - not looking like a beautiful little croissant from a French pastry bakery - it was not skimping on butter but the crunch was actually delightful and the quality chocolate croissant is pretty good! A stone throw for my son's dorm. I will cut them some slack. Fluffy croissants are the result of VERY COLD kitchens. Not something you will find in warmer and humid Baton Rouge. So it was more like a bar of buttery toasted chocolate-filled, pastry stick. The coffee? OH THE COFFEE!!! read more

This is my place!!! I always love it here. Plenty of plugs for remote work and good wifi. The coffee is good and they have lots of coffee and tea options. Their bakery items are always always delicious!!!! I recommend anything out of the case. Support local businesses. read more

Absolutely hands down the best caffeine-free cappuccino I have had in Baton Rouge, and I have test all the coolest coffee shops to come to this conclusion. The blend is bold, and lends itself beautifully to a shot of vanilla or not, and frothy oat milk. #delicious #itsallaboutthecoffee read more

This place was so much bigger and nicer than I expected! It's a great place to study or chat with friends. I LOVE cold brew or iced coffee--I rarely drink coffee that I don't enjoy. The barista recommended the vietnamese blend for the cold brew, and honestly, it was so unbelievably bitter. I would try to colombian or the trader's blend over the vietnamese blend. It made me feel sick, even though I drink coffee every single day. Overall, it was still a good experience, but I didn't love the coffee that was recommended. read more

Highland Coffees - vietnamese Iced Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Great atmosphere for studying or working on a book. I come here often for a writing group that I am a part of. It has a classic coffee shop vibe. Fair warning, it can get really packed in here since it is next to a major University. There is also WiFi available. I can't speak to the coffee since I don't drink it (a writer who doesn't drink coffee?!) but the desserts are usually pretty good. I usually get the lemon cake or a muffin. read more

great coffee, customer service and atmosphere! Not too far from my dorm which is great. Usually get an iced mocha with oat milk, very consistent with taste and is amazing. read more

One of my favorite local coffee shops in Baton Rouge I can't say enough good things about this place! The atmosphere is so cute, perfect to sit in their courtyard for a coffee date or sitting inside to finish some last minute homework assignments. They have free wifi so I often come here to study or do homework since it's within walking distance to my university. The workers are also nice and welcoming! I'm a very indecisive person so picking a drink from a menu with a thousand options is complicated for me The barista was so patient with me and helped me find my perfect coffee drink!!! I literally crave it every single day so I just had to share it with you guys! read more

Highland Coffees - Large frozen sugar free white chocolate coffee with vanilla powder & no whipped cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Even as a non-java head, I can attest to the powers that be at Highland Coffees. It doesn't look or feel like a destination spot for coffee, but the stuff they're cranking out here deserves recognition for not only keeping LSU students caffeinated, but the rest of the city of Baton Rouge. Located just a stone's throw away from campus, it goes without saying this is a student's sanctuary for everything from studying to socializing. There is ample room, tables, and space for a little loungin' and sippin'. Cheers for featuring an outdoor space, free Wi-Fi, and even their own mobile app (whoa!). The selection of coffees and teas are second to none. Shoot for a cafe au lait, granita, or even their killer chai tea. There is an aroma of freshly roasted beans in the morning and sacks of it laying in piles all throughout the place. The buzz (#1) of student workers manning the counter is brimming with smiles and good attitudes. They also feature a pretty stellar selection of baked goods, ranging from pastries to desserts to wet the appetite of all patrons. Though bagels, muffins, cookies tend to run out sooner than later, I am more of a fan of their biscottis and cheesecakes. An added bonus for carrying vanilla bean from NOLA for those hot summer days. _______ (#1) Pun intended. read more

This place is a staple for students at LSU who want to support local coffee shops. It is fairly busy most of the time because students usually pack the place. It can get rather loud, so it is not really ideal for getting coffee to catch up with friends unless you go outside. It is good for studying if you like to study around other people. There are a lot of table, and it gets packed during the semester. If you get distracted easy, this is not the place to try to get work done. The beans are roasted in house, and you will likely smell like coffee when you leave if you spent a good period of time there. My go to coffee there is caramel latte or drip. They have a good variety of options. read more

Good coffee and tea. Definitely overpriced but cute environment and vibe. Also the baristas do take 10 minutes to make your drink.

I have very fond memories at Highland due to its proximity to LSU's campus, but their coffee is honestly never good without a large amount of sweetener, and even then, the espresso tastes exactly like black, brewed-at-home coffee to me. They do have delightful pastries and snacks for purchase, but the environment is dull inside and very... musty green. They also have a nice tea selection, which is nice in the cooler months. Their saving grace is a beautiful patio when the weather is nice, but when I have gone there are often smokers and it makes it pretty unpleasant. I'd recommend a lot of other coffee shops in BR before this one. read more

All is very good having a 6 shot Americano and honey and some great cheesecake. Nice setting and plenty of seating here for very busy game day crowds around area. Sure good find here and lovely lass has prepared for me. read more

The best coffee shop in Red Stick! Their Coffees of the Day always surprise and delight me--today's is La Minita Costa Rican (I'm looking at the artful chalk menu as I write this review)--and the baristas are always friendly and helpful. Here too is a place to visit if you're in the mood for long, interesting conversations in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. We met a couple folks here the other day, just by coincidence, and talked for three hours about 1970s Louisiana festivals, poetry, and art, meanwhile feeling no rush at all from staff or other patrons. Definitely a selling point. Classical and jazz often plays softly over the speakers, not so loudly as to be intrusive, adding to the welcoming vibe. Highland also hosts weekly events like poetry readings, which is a plus, and has nice leather armchairs as well as tables from which to enjoy them. A courtyard right outside is secluded from the road by live oaks, perfect for nighttime hangouts under tasteful lighting. For sure a coffee place worth a try! We highly recommend it. read more

Clarke, the owner, is a great guy. He stocks quality beans for those who want to grind and brew their own, quality ground coffees for those who just want to brew their own, and great coffees for those who just want to drink coffee. It also has quality teas and good things to snack on. The coffee shop is comfortable, full of good people, and I have noticed that a couple of people who used to hang there and be irritating are no longer around. Highland Coffees is pretty much everything a coffee shop should be. I drink coffee over town but this is by far my favorite coffee shop. read more

I stopped in here while seeing a show around the corner at the Varsity theater to get a quick caffeine fix. This appears to be a college indie coffee shop. It looks to be converted from some other space as there is sort of an expansive layout with multilevel ceilings, but that is sort of the charm of an indie shop. I got berry iced tea which was delicious and my brother got an French vanilla iced coffee which he seemed to enjoy. The crowd was mostly students studying at least on a Thursday night, so there is a real college vibe. I would go back if I were in the area. read more

My coffee was delish and the attendant was courteous and knowledgeable. The restaurant tables were quite crowded & not very comfortable which made our table conversation a little difficult. I'm thinking that most people go there to study? So if you are meeting someone there for conversation, go super early to grab a less crowded spot. read more

Highland Coffees - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Ambiance is nice here; seems to be a good study spot for the college students. Service was great. Ordered the passionfruit iced tea, which I enjoyed. They let my friend and me sniff most of their tea leaves. Prices are reasonable too! read more

Highland Coffees - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Their coffees are the best I've ever had, especially the flavored coffee. I think they may even roast their own coffee. Great place to come and do computer work. My only complaints are that the line can get out of control as sometimes they are understaffed for the amount of customers and a lot of their bakery items are subpar. All in all it is still the best coffee shop in Baton Rouge by a long shot and the best coffee shop for studying read more

I had the espresso over ice cream. The dark espresso quality was great and delicious! The place has a nice laidback vibe too and outdoor seating is a plus when it's not summer. read more

Highland Coffees - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

We came in from out of town and wanted to see what they had to offer. They offered more than just coffee. We came and got some great ice cream. The ice cream was delicious. We also left with more than just ice cream, with some chocolate covered coffee beans. read more