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. read more

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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. read more

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

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - Spring menu and pastries of the day - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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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! read more

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I don't drink coffee but my wife cannot live without it. This coffee place is located in a historic house labeled the number 20 landmark in Columbia. I guess it used to be an old funeral home but the coffee shop adds a hip cool vibe. Go get your caffeine fix and enjoy some of the food options! read more

First time coming here and it's a very hip place! I came here to use the Wi-Fi for work and they have many tables and couches available for USC college students. I didn't try their coffee but will return next time. read more

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

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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. read more

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - Brown Sugar Cinnamon Shaker - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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. read more

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

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - A book, coffee, and breakfast!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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! read more

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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. read more

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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! read more

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - Vibe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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

The place itself is super cute and cozy. However, the coffee was mid at most, it didn't stand out to me, and I wouldn't go out of my way to get it. It was good, but nothing crazy. I did enjoy their carrot sunrise muffin top. read more

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! read more

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Knowledge Perk is a delightful little coffee shop nestled near the University of South Carolina campus. This was my first time there and the friendly staff were more than patient with me as I selected my coffee for the morning. The menu offers traditional coffee beverages such as mochas and cappuccinos, but also offers teas and other non-coffee options. I went with the traditional latte with hazelnut syrup, and it was a delightful experience from start to finish. The shop itself gives very comfortable vibes. It feels like a place you could bring a date to or a place you could come do some work. Overall a wonderful experience and I will definitely be coming back. read more

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - Latte with Hazelnut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

First time going there and everything was nice. It was quaint and cozy and good coffee. The bagels were great as well. The staff was nice and the service was fast. read more

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

Great quality lattes, fresh beans, nice, comfortable seatings, opens early enough to grab an excellent quality coffee! It would be nice to have some fresh pastry upon opening. read more

Very clean and a cool space. The overall experience was less than average though. The person taking my order said nothing to me except to ask me what my name was. The latte tasted like vinegar and didn't even smell good. The pastries were also subpar and overpriced. A cool space to study, but that might be the highlight. read more

I always stop at knowledge coffee on the way over to my daughter's house to see my grandbaby. I usually pick up three coffees for her, her husband and myself and mix it up on a regular basis. I've never had anything marginal while I've been there. Highly recommend it to anyone who's in the area. It may get busy when the students are in session so be aware and plan ahead. read more

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

This is a perfect location for me. It's near my job situated at the corner of Pickens and Gervais. It's very aesthetically pleasing, and it's always clean. The staff are very kind. It's a great locating for quick meetings and there are students studying here all the time. The drinks are yummy. I love the dark roast French press. I gave it 4/5 because the prices are a bit high. read more

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

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

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

This place is so cute! I love the historic house setting. If you like to go park it in a coffee shop for hours, this is your place. The wrap around porch would be great on a day with nice weather. The service was nice, however, somehow my drink was forgotten and I ended up waiting for it way longer than I should have. I went up to check on it and they apologized and made it right away, so no hard feelings. I know this place is new, so they're probably still just working out the kinks. Also, deducting a star because the coffee itself was pretty weak. I will still probably return at some point, and I hope to be able to leave a positive update next time! read more

This is my favorite coffee shop in Columbia! The vibes are immaculate and I feel like the staff is always so kind and welcoming. My order is always correct and the coffee is delicious. I love the historic location and just adore the staff. read more