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    Knowledge Perk Coffee Company

    4.5 (33 reviews)
    Closed • 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Cynthia R.

    Cute and quaint coffee shop with front porch seating it plenty indoor seating. I tried a mocha and toffee iced latte and it was delicious. Made just right. Staff was friendly as well.

    Danielle P.

    We visited the Knowledgeable Perk Coffee Company a few weeks ago, as we visiting the downtown area. We have been wanted to check out this local coffee shop, because they have great reviews on Google and Yelp. Upon entering, we was greeted by a friendly staff member. They have a wide selection of hot and cool coffee options. We ordered two hot American coffees, and we sat on their outdoor porch and enjoyed our coffees.

    Tiffany J.

    This cute little house of a coffee shop is just what I needed today!!! You can enjoy the outside porch or sit inside.We chose to sit inside where it was cool! Either way it was really a cool vibe! It's spacious enough to find a little nook to work in. We ordered the Turkey Provolone on a Croissant, Croissant with Peach Preserves, Iced Cookie Butter Latte with Almond Milk, and a Chai Tea Latte. All of which were delicious!! The croissants were soft and buttery and peach preserves were the business!! I wish I could have purchased some to bring back home with me!! The service was good no complaints!

    Spring menu and pastries of the day

    Great coffee, nice open space, comfortable seating, solid background music choices, and overall a laidback ambiance. Will definitely be going back.

    Good coffee and food with a nice seasonal menu. Wish there were more outlets for sitting and studying.

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    Jonathan C.

    KP is FINALLY in here! This has been my go to coffee shop in Rock Hill for years so it's such a blessing to have them in Columbia. They roast their own coffee and have direct relationships with their providers and as if that wasn't enough, they make their own baked goods!! This downtown location across the street from USC Law is a totally vibe. You have indoor seating with cozy couches and love seats as well as tables to get your work done. There's also outdoor seating on the wrap around porch if that's your thing. The staff is always friendly and ready to serve. Whether you're a regular or a first time guest, they treat you like family and provide recommendations for their menu items. So if you need a dope new spot to get some work done, catch up on some reading or have a meeting, you DEFINITELY gotta check this place out.

    Andrew S.

    I've been here a few times now whenever I'm in town for business. Finally saw the article on their board about it being a former funeral home. Explains the huge space they have and the overall layout of the coffee shop. I've only ever been here during the mornings and week. Not sure how busy they get. Decent cold brew, but not the strongest. They have a few pastry options, but not the best.

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    Amanda M.

    I spent a quick night across the way at a hotel and wanted to check out this shop nearby. It was crazy to see this coffee shop in an old house. I love the cozy areas and thought it would be a great place to study. The coffee was delicious! I got the seasonal tropical Christmas latte and was pleased to see that they use Monin syrups. Would definitely recommend if you are in the downtown Columbia area!

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    Remy G.

    This new coffee spot is located in a former funeral home, so the vibes are a bit... spooky. The house itself has a lot of character, from the stained glass windows to the hardwood floors and ceiling panels. The spiced apple cider is a new fall addition and has to be one of the juiciest ciders I've had. Most other places tend to overwhelm with cinnamon, but this one only offers a hint of it to bolster the apple flavor. Unfortunately, the pour over coffee was a bit meh and unmemorable. What I did find lacking was the customer service. The two working up front could not be less thrilled to be working. Granted, it was still a bit early, but what I enjoy about coffee shops is the buzzy atmosphere, and this one didn't give me the same warm fuzziness. Might be back to try other fall flavors though!

    A book, coffee, and breakfast!!!

    This place is awesome! I have been there a bunch - love the coffee and food. The chopped Breakfast bagel is fantastic.

    Della L.

    Past this new coffee shop a few times this week I couldn't wait to try it. So we decided to go in for coffee and pastries for breakfast. I love the feel of how they gave this native Columbia property a fresh new look. Everything was decorated beautifully. Customer service was exceptional and the barista was very informative. Brown we got a brown sugar shaker and a honey bear. Both were extremely exceptional. We also got a sausage, egg and cheese empanada, which was delicious!

    Derek N.

    A very interesting and cool place! One cup of black coffee was a little expensive, but it's a cool atmosphere. It seems like a great place to study and meet with friends in a relaxed setting.

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    Great coffee, highly recommend the Tiramisu latte! Great study environment, had outdoor and indoor seating.

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    I love the vibe here honestly, very relaxing. Coffee and lattes are fantastic and I've never had a bad experience with service here.

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    3 years ago

    Neat place. Been a fan of these folks since they opened the first one in Rock Hill, SC. Good coffee and nibbles

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    cool place and coffee was great, plenty of outdoor seating and a normal amount on the inside

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    3 years ago

    New favorite coffee shop. Such a cute space, outdoor seating too. Coffee was delicious and the baristas were so kind!

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    Make sure you ask for your hot coffee to be hot so you are not disappointed. Everything else was great

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    “This has been my go to coffee shop in Rock Hill for years so it's such a blessing to have them in Columbia.”

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