Carpe Diem is a charming coffee shop set in a quaint old Victorian house, and is popular in Mobile…read morefor a reason. They roast their beans in house, and the staff is always friendly. For instance, advised that my daughter was shy when the kid hesitated to order one day, the barista brightened up even more and put the girl at ease. Whether their coffee is good or not is completely subjective. I think it's good overall, but it might not be my first choice in town. But it's made with care, and as mentioned, roasted in house. Its popularity speaks to its quality. They also have a very good selection of pastries and other goodies to accompany your coffee, including a Mobile institution--cheesecake from a local company called Cotton Blues. The only gripe I have about Carpe Diem is their seating setup. There simply isn't enough of it. That said, I don't know how they could use the space more efficiently, since the cafe is small as it is. I prefer more private seating, which in other coffee houses I've been to has been accomplished with the judicious use of plants or high-backed chairs. The biggest component of the crowded seating is due to students from Springhill College across the street. Today, for instance, my husband and I were unable to find any seating at all. Even on the days when we can find seating, being entirely surrounded by people working quietly on their laptops feels awkward and lends a library-like feel to the atmosphere. It feels rude to have a conversation at a regular level. I feel like I'm intruding. I don't know how a coffee shop should handle this conundrum, as it's really not good business practice to limit customers' time while there, or to turn away clientele, even in an attempt to please all of their customers. There is already a back room which seems to be an unofficial space dedicated to students, but the overflow still takes up much of the cafe. That said, I enjoy Carpe Diem and going there is a nice little treat. I would definitely recommend it.

My go-to coffee spot for Mobile. A great little spot with excellent coffee priced affordable. The…read moreservice is always good but expect a line most of the time. Very warm feeling with indoor and outdoor seating. The pastries and sandwiches make this a good place for breakfast or lunch also.

Not a lot of choices for coffee in Mobile, Alabama and yellowhammers done a great job coming in and…read morefilling that void their coffee is good. They're organization and quickness gets you through the line and back on the road. If you're looking for your morning caffeine fixed, this is the place to go.

I have become a real fan. Love that it is Mobile based. Love the menu. LOVE THE SERVICE! The…read morepersonnel is always kind and go above and beyond. Especially impressed that you have folks outside the building to accept orders and payments. You seem to do everything right. And love that ya'll are S. Alabama graduates. Go Jags!

My daughter and I had breakfast here today and I can't express enough how much I enjoy their menu…read more She had never been to the Redbar before, and had also never had a crumpet. So it was doubly pleasing to be able to introduce her to this pleasing restaurant with its eclectic cuisine. The breakfast menu is what usually draws my attention. Served anytime, not just normal breakfast hours, a customer can choose between crumpets, omelettes, french toast, or just the usual bacon and eggs. I usually order one of their crumpets, but today, chose their Loaded Omelette with cheese grits. More like a purée, the grits were superb, creamy and buttery. My omelette was delivered spicy and hot. Giving my daughter a taste we soon concluded that the sausage used reminded us of the blood sausage we have enjoyed for breakfast in Peru, when we travel there to visit my wife's family. This is certainly not a typical omelette for Mobile, Alabama. My only complaint about it is that it was slightly overcooked and dry. Nevertheless, it was very tasty. My daughter had the Fried Egg and Cheese Crumpet, that she reported to be delicious. A mix-up on my drink order brought me a Turkish coffee rather than a Turkish latte, and suspiciously weak to be considered Turkish. I suspect that the cashier heard "Turkish", but not "latte", and confused, may have decided to see if a regular Americano would pass as an acceptable substitute. Except for the jolt I was expecting to receive, from the latte I ordered, it was acceptable. I am eager to return again to try one of their "Build Your Own Smashburger." Until then I will continue to hold the opinion that I have yet to have a disappointing meal at the RedBar, and I rest assured that my meal on that day will be equally satisfying.

I have stopped here for lunch or dinner 3 times recently as the food is amazing and the staff…read moregreat. if you are looking for a smaller portion check this place out. I have tried the stuffed mushroom, Shepards pie and a burger and all were fantastic. For a side I had the sweet potato casserole and it was ok, not my favorite as I found the potatoes to be slightly undercooked for my liking. Other than that every thing was amazing. The stuffed mushroom with balsamic reduction probably my favorite. Prices are really good too. The dining tables are old window with mason jars to drink from adding to the uniqueness. Will be back really soon.

Great service! Barista was super helpful last night explaining the different espresso options…read moreavailable.

Excellent service and good art - nice combo for a cozy downtown hang. Also serving breakfast, Blue…read moreBell milkshakes, and smoothies on the go. While visiting the home of America's first-ever Mardi Gras (that's here, not NoLa, check the books!), I tried my first King Cake Latte - a hazelnut and cinnamon espresso drink that's rich and nostalgic (hopefully filled with a touch of luck!) like the original, without all the carbs and calories. Delicious!

Friendly staff and cozy atmosphere. Great selection of drink options and clearly a community minded…read morecoffee shop. With Front Yard Taco Truck, pizza nights, burger nights, game nights and many other events. This is the place to go when you want to interact with the community while grabbing a sip.

Super hang for family and friends with matcha, chai, loose leaf, and of course COFFEE! Love the…read moreindoor/outdoor vibe with good lookin' chocolate muffins and freshly roasted beans to-go. Cheeky seasonal drinks including an iced PURSE CANDY with house-made miso-honey-caramel syrup sweetening my day and powering my drive. Good drinks and good vibes, would come again!

Cute clean shop Service was fast and worker was really sweet…read more(I believe she was training on the job). Despite that my drink came out in a speedy time. And they customized it to my liking Only thing I wasn't a huge fan of was the straw (like a paper/recycled straw), which kept clogging/collapsing when I tried to drink the boba pearls lol

From the owner: It’s always a good time for boba—and we know how to do it best! Chatime is a global sensation with…read moreover 1,400 locations across 63+ territories. From milk teas and fruity teas to smoothies and slushes, plus 16+ toppings to customize your drink, we've got something for everyone!

First of all I love 7Brew! It is a little out of my way but I make it a point to go by every week…read moreand treat myself while I'm out taking care of errands. I've tried the coffee drinks, smoothies, shakes and their black tea and have never been disappointed. They keep the parking lot consistently clean and clear. The crew works hard to get orders accurate and served out quickly especially when they're busy. I've gotten to know a few of the Brew Crew that have been there the longest and have to recognize Faith, Andrea and Sam for being the absolute best! They recognize their regular customers and are always consistent in their customer service! I can always count on them to literally make my day. I hope their manager truly appreciates them and what they bring to the 7Brew team!

we unfortunately 10 minutes before close but still got great service and the best coffee i've had…read morefrom there.

Coffee is really bad :( I asked for a small iced latte with SF caramel…read moreAnd SF VANILLA and it was horrible :( And my latte was $9 But the staff was super sweet :)

I absolutely love this place. Anthony is a wizard! I can just relay my mood (need comfort,…read moresomething to wake me up, something chocolatey, etc) and he makes the most amazing drinks.

I e dreamt of owning my own cafe like straight up coffee shop where people can either fellowship,…read morestudy, hang out and just have a great atmosphere around them. Well this place is my dream in real life. It felt like home. Friendly people and everything to be able to study or just go pray and meditate while still being able to enjoy something from the cafe. Love love love this place

I always judge a coffee shop by the quality of their plain espresso shot. I find that's the best…read moreway of knowing if the coffee is actually good or in need of milk products. So that said, as this was our first visit, we stopped in for an espresso. The baristas were very friendly and welcoming and even informed us that their usual espresso shot was a double shot and asked if that was ok for us. Which was great because that would have been too much for us today and we were able to split the shot between us. The espresso was delicious with a delicate flavor of butter and dark chocolate. It had a slight bitterness to it, but not an over roasted or burned taste. The flavor changed as the shot cooled and was actually sweeter once cooled to room temperature which was surprising. Overall a great tasting espresso experience! We will definitely go back whenever we are in town and I look forward to trying their cinnamon rolls next stop in!

The staff was super friendly in assisting us with ordering since this was our first time here and…read morethere were a lot of unique items on the menu. The monster frappe was really good. The Seoul monster was very interesting, instant Korean coffee already sweet with a milk base. Nice, strong flavor. The americano was not very good. Even though there were 4 shots of espresso in it, the coffee flavor was not strong and the added flavoring almost undetectable. Very watered down overall. Really nice place to sit inside and work, well decorated.

Very kind woman named Julia helped me out and was very kind for my first visit! Will make sure to…read morecome back now.