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    Knowledge Perk Coffee

    4.3 (63 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    the outside of the building
    José A.

    I decided to cross states lines from Charlotte, NC to Rock Hill, SC, and this coffee shop was definitely worth the drive. Knowledge Perk is a great coffee shop with a great vibe, great coffee and great service. The menu offers a variety of hot and cold coffee drinks and pastries. Common spaces and restrooms are clean and comfortable. There is plenty of free parking around and easy to get to. The GPS will take you straight to it of you are not familiar with the area. Overall, 100% recommneded.

    Remote working from an 8 person community table with plenty of outlets.
    Daniel C.

    I came to do some work on my laptop and get a coffee. There is a variety of seating options including 2 couch/lounge areas, high top 8 person community tables, several 2 person seated tables, and some outdoor uncovered seating on the patio. Great for remote work, studying, or catching up with a friend. Tons of outlets to charge your devices. Good WiFi, no password needed. Two choices on drip coffee and the medium roast is above average. Overall the vibes are cozy, inviting, and productive if working. They were playing some 90s classics at a reasonable volume, songs like Just by Radiohead and Tonight, Tonight by Smashing Pumpkins as I was writing this. Fantastic.

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    Andi W.

    The chaider (chai and apple cider ) was delicious! The staff were super nice and cordial and the store was very clean. I could def see myself hanging in there for hours.

    Jon L.

    A lot to like about this place. Lot's of choices of fresh roasted beans, various choices of tea's and nice selection of snackables like muffins & pastries. They also have an extensive selection of beans which they will custom grind for you. The space is 'large', literally the largest coffee shop I've ever been to. They've made excellent use of an older building off of White street near the center of Rock Hill. The exposed brick is incredible as well as the custom wood work for the tables and serving area. It's an old 'cotton mill' so it has the 'feel' of character from an older building with the polished concrete floor industrial lighting and high ceilings. As I cruised around, I noticed there is evidence of an old 'cotton scale' in the floor which I thought added an authentic feel. The girl I talked to said they have been there for '2 or 3 years'. Ahhh OK, is it 2 or 3? or closer to 4? In any case, it's a large open space but it's well designed so you don't feel like you're in a cotton warehouse. There is also a good sized enclosed conference or meeting room in the center which looks as though it would be a great space for gatherings. I also like the back space that's connected to the 'Dust Off' brewery next door. Large and open for fresh air, a few tables and chairs about as well as lighting for the evening. I also like the 'garage' door in the front so it can be open for some fresh air circulation when the weather suits. Also some outside tables and chairs fronting White St which might be a bit questionable due to traffic noise and auto emissions. I rarely go 5 stars the first time around for any business but it's clear the owners put considerable thought into the design/build of this business. I was close to going 5 stars but couldn't quite get there on this first visit. My sole suggestion is their website. It needs some attention. They now have a location in Fort Mill which it doesn't mention. There is a reference to their 'Coffee Bus' with a photo but that's it. They park the bus in the side parking lot and it's big one so who knows, maybe they plan to have a coffee brew trail like the York County Brew trail. They talk about 'Our Mission' which seems worthy as it's focused on 'community' but it doesn't reference who 'Our' is. I just hope it's not a subsidiary of a large Corp chain but who knows. They also have an 'on line' order feature which offers the prospect of discounts for customer loyalty. There is only one station for adding sweetners etc and it's well hidden behind the main serving area and there was no stevia option but lots of Splenda and raw sugar. If you don't ask for cream, you missed your chance because there is no self serve creamer options, you have to go back and get in line. Hopefully it's not too busy and you don't have to stand in line for a long time Plenty of free parking and easy access off White St.

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    Alyssa M.

    So...apparently my drinking this cup of coffee in person does not give me adequate knowledge to determine whether or not there is in fact foam on this "latte". After 10 years of residing in Seattle drinking lattes by award winning baristas, after working as a barista for 5+ years, as a culinary arts graduate who was professionally trained to make espresso, lattes and cappuccinos, I guess I don't know a crap cup of coffee from a good cup of coffee. Let me clarify. This "latte" was scorched, the tiny film of "foam" on the top of this beverage was gone after the first sip. I took the picture as it was presented to me. Why didn't I ask the barista to remake this? Because when I asked for a latte they actually asked me "would you like milk in that?" In a latte...the definition of which is espresso and steamed milk with a layer of foam on top...? Yes, I'd like some milk please. Out loud I said, "in a latte? Yes, I'd like milk." The barista treated me like I was asking her to go milk the cow. I actually ended up throwing this away and stopping at a Starbucks drive through. It actually tasted better than this.

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    L S.

    Excellent coffee. The latte was perfectly prepared and the foam was frothy as expected. Temperature was not burn your mouth, it was the perfect temperature to start enjoying the Java. Large space to allow for studying or working or just enjoying waiting time while sipping on the good coffee.

    Cinnamon roll
    Theo E.

    The coffee and pastry taste great! The atmosphere of the cafe was chill, lowkey. Probably a great place to do work and hangout. The cashier was wonderful and was able to explain any questions I had. Only downside was, the barista was standing around talking while "making" the drink. But if you're not always late to events like me, it should be fine!

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    Kenya B.

    Local coffee shop in town which probably is one of my favorites. The atmosphere in the inside is calming. A great place if you want to get some work or studying done. The pricing is very reasonable. I love the chai there. I usually which it up sometimes but I got the blended chai this time and it was perfectly blended. It wasn't to icy nor did it have chucks of ice. I was able to get every last drop out of the cup! Probably one of the best blended chai I have had. They also have pasties and there is usually a food truck outside also. Great place and if you have a chance go and take a look at the painting on the side of the building. Very beautiful touch to the place.

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    Cool spot with tasty chai. I recommend having better signage for pickup orders, so you don't have to wait at the counter

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    Awesome people and great atmosphere. Really good selection and seasonal offerings. Oh and their coffee is on point!

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    Amazing chai and coffee. Great place to do work and lots of seating. Super cute. Would recommend

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    Friendly staff; however, the hot chocolate we ordered was WAY overpriced for what we got. $9 for two hot chocolates that tasted mediocre.

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    Ask the Community - Knowledge Perk Coffee

    What happened to the cream cheese topped cinnamon bun?! Those were the best in town.

    You must of hit us on a busy day. We have cinnamon buns everyday in the KP Cafe. Stop by and have a bun with your coffee!

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    This place was busy. The entire time we were here, it was non-stop, the order line was long and the…read morewait area was packed. Irene, who took our order, was very sweet. They offer a lot of drinks and food and have lots of seating. The outdoor area was beautiful and relaxing-ish (they can't help the cars driving by). I ordered a zucchini quiche and nitro coffee, my SO ordered drip, cortado, and empanadas (Patagonia, spinach, and breakfast). I thought the cortado was delicious. The drip was very weak and the nitro bitter. The quiche was just slightly over salted. I liked the spinach empanada, but found it heavy on the salt too. The Patagonia was pretty delicious and had great flavor. When I took a bite of the breakfast empanada, I couldn't name any of the ingredients in the filling. Overall, gave me the caffeine boost and sustenance I needed, but I probably wouldn't return.

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    We loved our visit to Javesca Coffee. There was plenty of parking available out front. Inside they…read moreoffer plenty of seating options (regular & high top tables, couches, and arm chairs). There is also outdoor seating available. They can easily accommodate small and large groups. The staff is friendly and the facility is very clean. Breakfast and lunch are served all day. My toddlers loved the macaroons. I tried the chai tea latte. It was made pretty quickly and tasted great. The chocolate Chip cookie was absolutely perfect. It was soft in the middle with just a little bit crunch on the edges. I also had the club sandwich. It was much bigger than I expected and very filling. The indoor playground was awesome. My kiddos had a great time. My only request is for a little more seating for parents. There were several of us who were just standing around.

    Javesca Coffee in Steele Creek sits alongside the church building but functions as its own…read morewelcoming little shop, with a separate entrance that keeps the experience focused squarely on coffee rather than anything else happening on the campus. Mrs. K. and I stopped in after our shop and settled in with two excellent coffees and a piece of cranberry loaf, which turned out to be just the right companion for a quiet late morning break. The space is calm, comfortable, and set up in a way that makes it easy to linger, and I could see myself opening a laptop here for an hour or two without feeling rushed. The seating is arranged with enough breathing room that conversations don't echo, and the overall atmosphere leans more toward neighborhood café than anything corporate. It's the kind of place where you can hear the espresso machine but not the world outside, which is exactly what you want when you're trying to enjoy a cup without distraction. Everything we had was well prepared. Parking is plentiful, though I imagine the lot fills quickly before and after services, so timing might matter if that's a concern. For us, it was an easy in and out, and the visit felt like a small discovery in a part of Charlotte that doesn't have many independent coffee options. We left feeling grateful to have found a spot that delivers good coffee, quiet seating, and a sense of local character in Steele Creek. [Review 24 of 2026 - 4524 in North Carolina - 25215 overall]

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