What a truly beautiful cup of coffee. If I lived less than…read morethree hours away, this would be my daily ritual. The coffee is exceptional, the atmosphere cozy and inviting, and the kind of place that lingers in your memory Highly recommend.

This coffee shop, not only has a nice coffee selection with an easy to read menu, but has one of…read morethe largest non-caffeine offerings I've seen so far! So many unique teas to choose from. Also these were some of the nicest employees I've come across in a long time. Definitely noteworthy. My drink was very good, and I grabbed a pastry that I couldn't resist. It was a rhubarb danish, and it was so so good! I was pleasantly surprised that it was as tasty as it looked. They also had a table with lots of fliers for current events & community engagement things happening around Akron. The shop itself has plenty of seating, and even tables outside. If you're on the towpath, it's a nice place to stop in after a walk/run. Overall rating: 4.7/5 stars

I've been here a couple of times and honestly have never been blown away. The quality of the…read morecoffee is good, don't get me wrong, and they make their own almond milk which I appreciate. Inside is small so I have never stayed, always opting to get my drinks to go. Today the barista was very standoffish...perhaps she was just having a bad day but it left me with a not so great impression. The drinks are also a bit pricey and they charge a 3% convenience fee for card payments. Not a bad spot, but not my personal favorite.

I tend to be a milk w/ a side of coffee (latte) person but even the coffee, solo, here is fabulous!…read moreAnd yes, that makes the lattes supreme...

This coffee is phenomenal! My favorites are the Sumatran and the Ethiopian. Always enjoy…read morediscussions with Johnna and Elizabeth.

Pearl Coffee Company is a staple coffee wholesale and supply company that has served Akron, Ohio…read moreand abroad for over 100 years. I discovered Pearl a few years ago through word of mouth and my employer where Pearl Coffee was sold and served. This is a review of my personal visits to their place of business on Broadway. In the last 5 months I've bought a pound of coffee every several weeks. I usually showed up on a weekday shortly before closing. I've tried a single origin Ethiopian, their Pumpkin Spice blend, and their Diana Blend. For my experience purchasing coffee and asking about available coffee it seems Pearl primarily roasts medium to dark coffees. The Diana Blend is their lightest roast. I usually drink single origin light roasts from microroasters and their Diana Blend is more like a medium roast. The Diana Blend is a really enjoyable blend and it's no wonder it is their best selling. It's consistently good as well. I think they have over 30 different coffees, from Pumpkin Spice to single origins from Ethiopia. I like the variety. Whole bean and ground coffee available. They also sell syrups, some tea bags and other season items. Buying at their Broadway location is easy and simple. When I first visited I didn't know what I wanted and they were able to offer me a couple coffees based on my preferences. I've stuck with the Diana Blend because it's good and right now it's $7.50 a pound. I believe you can order ahead and pick up at the store. I've seen orders sitting out. The staff are very nice and friendly. Walking into the store is like walking back into history with the pictures and newspapers clippings on the walls telling the history of Pearl Coffee and the old coffee equipment on display. Their connection to the local community and relationship with their patrons is evidenced by the many pictures of their patrons on the walls. Their is also a little section in the back with other coffee decorative items, I believe. I sort of remember wandering back there while waiting. Try some coffee from Pearl Coffee. I recommend their Diana Blend.

They're open for both breakfast and lunch with a menu that contains plenty of food and beverage…read moreitems - classics, unique creations, and seasonal items too! The interior is warm and inviting with plenty of tables and cozy spots to sit. During my visit, I was intrigued by their Apple Crisp Matcha which was both refreshing while maintaining fall vibes. But my snack stole the show! Their Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal was 10/10 and I have been thinking of it ever since. I can't wait to go back and try one of their coffees and a breakfast sandwich!

HANDS DOWN BEST LOCAL COFFEE SHOP IN AKRON! Daniel and his team are absolutely fantastic! Joseph is…read morea Barista Grand Wizard behind the counter! Do not sleep on their Breakfast Sandwich, it's PHENOMENAL! Awesome vibes with lot's of great energy in the dining area. Give them a try you won't regret it, tell them Kryptonite Keith recommended you to come. BOOM!!!!

Excellent cappuccino served by a friendly employee. Love it!…read more Nice interior too. Much nicer than you think it would be by looking at the outside of the building.

Super cute coffee shop. Friendly staff. Fast service. Good location. Definitely stop in here if…read moreyou're in the area.

They do not have fresh ground decaf espresso here only pre-ground. A big disappointment for me on…read moresecond visit. So I got a fully caffeinated cold brew. Flavor was not as good as I've had elsewhere. A person I was with purchased an iced latte. They automatically put sugar into it without asking. The person I was with did not want sugar in their drink and we didn't realize until we got in the car and started driving away when he took his first sip. If you like a lot of sugar, I guess this is the place for you because they automatically add sugar to their Matcha latte too. You can't even get it without sugar.

What I like about this Muggswigz location. The coffee is good and better than a few local places…read more If you prefer your coffee on the medium to darker side then Muggwigz is the place to go. They have been roasting their own beens for a long time and have in the speciality coffee scene for just as long. Their menu is like many of the coffee shops in the area with a few hot/cold espresso and season drinks. They also sell their own mocha and other powders so you can make the drinks at home. Muggwigz also serves and sells their own teas and their selection is fairly extensive. They also sell tea and coffee paraphernalia, although the selection is limited to a few shelves. They have a larger selection at their flagship store in Canton. I really appreciate the training the baristas have to go through to learn how to make espresso drinks. Because of this I have confidence that they will prepare the drinks well. The baristas are friendly, thoughtful, invested in their job and take pride in what they do. This location sells freshly made bread items in house each day. I like that they have a community board and a selection of games for customers to play. A few of their tables are large enough for a group of 8 to play games. There is very little that is attractive about the design and decor. It's as if the design and decor were not even thought about. And that's okay, it's just I would give a better review to a coffee shop that puts more more into the interior design etc. I also gave this place 3/5 because there are a few ways I think they could improve behind the register compared to other local coffee shops that are doing it better.

What a find. Bringing kitty home from procedure at the cat company and needed some coffee. Went…read moreinto this adorable place and picked up two pastries. Best in a long long time. Pleasant service, amazing pull apart and cranberry orange scone. Coffee was above average. Glad I don't live closer to this fabulous place. The cupcakes were also talking to me but I resisted that one

This is one of our favorite spots to grab coffee and a treat. Cardinal Cakes has a wide variety of…read moredrink options to choose from, including a seasonal menu. My favorite drink is the maple cinnamon roll latte - a very unique flavor! The pastries can be difficult to choose from because everything looks good! Typically I stick with one of their scones. Lately I have been getting one for now and another for the next morning! They keep very well overnight and still taste fresh the next day. The ambiance is inviting and relaxing. Their breakfast sandwiches are very good! The only problem is they stop serving them around 11:00 or 12:00 depending on whether it's a weekday or a weekend. The last couple of times I stopped in, I left disappointed because I missed the cutoff for the sandwiches. Cardinal Cakes & Coffee is an excellent choice for any coffee enthusiasts or people in search of a quality breakfast.

Very cute, clean and new looking coffee shop. I got a nitro cold brew coffee and a breakfast…read moresandwich. Some of the best cold brew I have ever had! It was sooo creamy and delicious. The breakfast sandwich was also excellent. I loved that the English muffin is from a local bakery and the avocado and bacon really tied it together.

I'm not from the area, but I was in town staying with friends for the weekend and I needed a place…read moreto get some work done before I linked up with them. I did a quick search on Yelp and found Asterisks just a couple minutes up the street, so I decided to pay them a visit. I didn't do too much research before heading there so I was surprised to find them in a cute little shopping center. By the stroke of luck I was able to get a parking spot directly in front. Had that not happened, I may have gotten so frustrated trying to find parking that I would have given up. Just being honest as someone that doesn't know the area at all. Anyhoo, I was greeted immediately by their friendly staff who were happy to give me recommendations on what to order. I landed on their mole latte with oat milk, their house salad with lemon poppy seed dressing, and a ginger muffin. I drank every sip and ate every single bite. The latte was the perfect blend of chocolate and spice. The salad I would order again and again and again. Lastly, the muffin was moist with a fabulous amount of ginger flavor. The space itself was great, with a nice variety of seating options, strong wifi, local art on the walls, and a good bit of natural light. And again, the staff were fabulous. I would definitely return.