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    Lift Coffee Roasters

    4.2 (882 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    The Cortado
    Leonard A.

    When you're looking for a Lift these baristas will serve you a caffeinated gift that will have you on your way like doing a drift! Now before ya shift out of your gear, listen up here. Dine in service is in full effect and you can bet this got my whistle wet! I ordered an Espresso Shot, Cortado and one their seasonal lattes. The espresso was on point but it didn't come with a sidecar but it's all good. The Cortado was also legit and no complaints there. My last drink was their Summer in Sicily latte which was a perfect balance of coffee to sweetness and would definitely get this again. The atmosphere has a dark old school speak easy vibe with plenty of seating inside and some outside. I was cool with the whole experience but the change in attitude when they found out I didn't tip?! Sooo not cool. And that's my take on it, Peace out...

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    Kristie T.

    Lift is a cute place and I'd definitely come back for the pastry and maybe to give the other items another try. Unfortunately, I was pretty disappointed with the matcha. It wasn't strong enough and the Madeleine cold foam overpowered any other flavor in the drink. I don't think I'd order matcha from here again. I just don't think it's what they're known for. The rosemary bagel was so yummy! The flavor of the rosemary was so subtly delicious and the bread was soooo soft. They have a lot of tables with lots of outlets nearby for charging. My friends and I came and studied here. It was nice and well lit when the large roller door was open but when it's closed it's pretty dim lit.

    Dirty chai  Sf Vanilla Latte  Cookie butter
    Andrea H.

    Very nice place for a coffee shop very peaceful people are so nice my mom got a vanilla latte it's was so sweet but we asked for them to redo it and it was better recommend to try

    Angel O.

    Love this spot! My go to drink is their Dirty Chai and a turkey sandwich, their sandwich is sooooooo amazing . The staff are always friendly and it's a great place to bring your work.

    $17.33 Turkey sandwich
    Tony N.

    Stumbled upon this place to kill some time between an appointment I had. Place was tucked in between many miscellaneous business. Clean and nice ambiance. No big menu to pick from just a piece of paper on the counter. No prices listed either. I chose to order a turkey sandwich with a cup of water. $17.33. Need I say more? I was stunned but paid anyways because I was already there. I thought to myself " This sandwich better take me to a different dimension... maybe Gordon Ramsey was secretly creating masterpiece sandwiches and selling em here... Maybe it gives me wings? I got called up and lo and behold this is what I get. Something that resembled a hospital cafeteria sandwich. Bread, turkey, spring mix, mayo, and onion. I shed a tear and ate every last crumb because I'l be damned if I leave $1.35 in lettuce in the container. This coulda been 2 double doubles and fries from in n out...Chilis you pick 3... instead I got sadness. Thanks Lift coffee you ruined my day and possibly my entire week.

    Pour-over
    Keith M.

    Great place in an office park. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and great coffee. You can tell that they enjoy ther job and are passionate about coffee. I got a pour-over with some El Salvador beans and it was fantastic. I'm just passing through, but if I lived here this would be my go-to coffee spot!

    Avocado toast (no tomatoes)
    Stephanie O.

    3rd time visiting and I absolutely love this place! The vibes are phenomenal, very spacious and great place to get work done. The baristas are always so sweet and welcoming! The avocado toast was very yummy and the drink was good. I honestly didn't really taste much of the cinnamon date flavor so I would give it a 7/10 but still yum regardless! Can't wait to come back :)

    Kevin N.

    Another great coffee spot. I love coming to this coffee shop because they're very consistent with their coffee. Every time I come I usually go for third brown sugar iced lattes with Oat milk and the flavor never changes. Consistency is what makes this coffee shop earn a 5 star. I would also recommend trying their pastries. The Sambusas are my favorite. This is definitely one of my go to coffee shops. Parking is not a problem in because it has a huge parking lot surrounding the place. Staff is very welcoming and extremely nice also!

    Iced Vanilla brown sugar latte
    Erica A.

    Came here to get some homework done while I was local to the area for the day. Nice shops very large space with plenty of seating! To drink for myself I got an iced vanilla brown sugar latte which was soo tasty and flavorful. Also got an order of the avocado toast, I probably would not get the item again. Bread was very thick and far from "toasted" Other than the avocado toast not being to pleasant, loved the shop and the space, great study spot & loved my coffee.

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    Robyn C.

    I come here to study time to time and every time I come into this establishment I'm always welcomed with a smile. This place is clean and comfy. It's a really chill environment to stay for a like 2hrs. All in all I recommend visit.

    LIFT Coffee Roast - Really good coffee and super chill atmosphere. The staff was friendly, service was quick, and everything tasted great.

    Really good coffee and a super chill atmosphere. A lot of people were studying and working when I went, so it had a nice calm vibe to it. Staff was friendly, service was quick.

    Midnight Garden Latte & Honey Coldbrew
    Noelia L.

    This is probably the best coffee I've ever had. I got the midnight Garden latte that was on the January menu and I was so impressed. The taste of the drink was so different. I've never had something this delicious and it came with cold foam and sprinkles. It was $8, which was a bit pricey but the service was very fast and I liked how this place is very study friendly. It was not too loud, and the lighting was very comfy. There is lots of seating. Overall, a great experience.

    I came here with a friend and we ordered an iced chai and a banana bread muffin both were okay just pricey . The space itself has a really nice ambiance and seems like it would be a great place to sit and get some work done. That said, there were a few frustrating things. The kitchen apparently closes at 3 PM, which is about two hours before the café itself closes. I wanted to order a sandwich, but they told me the kitchen had already been closed for a while, which was confusing since the shop was still open. Update: I came back another time to actually study and it was extremely loud. The music was blasting and didn't really match the relaxed café vibe, and they also messed up my order. It's disappointing because the food and drinks are good, but between the noise, the early kitchen closure, and the order mistake, it's not a great place if you're hoping to sit down and focus. I even moved from the main room to the other room because the main area was so loud. I sat there for maybe two minutes before a worker came in and said they had to close that room, even though it was only around 3:30 PM and the café doesn't close until 5 PM. I completely understand wanting to start closing tasks early, but when the place is still full of customers it felt a bit strange. I've probably been here around five times now. The coffee and matcha are just okay, the sandwich is decent but not really worth $15, and the service hasn't been great. Honestly, the main reason I kept coming back was because the space is cute inside, but after these experiences I probably won't be returning.

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    We are here 3-4 times a month. Stellar every single time. Please keep the honey beignet permanently on the menu

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    Tried out the honey beignet latte and it was so good - would recommend and try again when I am in the area

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    Ask the Community - Lift Coffee Roasters

    Do they sell Chemex filters?

    Do they have any Gift cards?

    Hi there. Yes we do. Come on by. Thanks

    Vegan & gluten free pastries or is it vegan only?

    Vegan donuts on the weekends and Monday! Other pastries are just regular.

    Did this place change locations, I remember you guys by riverside plaza?

    Yes, they've closed there and moved over to Chicago street.

    What dairy milk alternatives do you guys offer other than oat milk?

    Greetings. We currently only have oat milk but will begin carrying Almond again in November. Thanks for asking

    Do you sell Cuban coffee beans?

    Greetings. We do not. Thanks for asking. Lots of other fabulous beans. Especially Brazil. Thanks

    Fo you serve fpod?

    Hello. We currently serve only pastries. We will be beginning food service in a week or two - sandwiches, toast, juices. Thanks. Leeba

    Hello! I have been trying to go to the riverside location. Has it re opened yet?

    Greetings. Our Central location is permanently closed and moved to 2060 Chicago #A10. Open 7-7. See you there! Lift team

    Do they still do Hemp Milk Lattes? And if so, what is the brand of milk?

    Hi Johannah. Our supply purveyor stopped carrying Pacific Hemp I’ll temporarily. We should have it back in stock this summer. Thanks for asking.

    Is it true that this place doesn't open on Sundays?

    Hi there. Yes we are open on Sundays. See you soon.

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    This cafe is in DTR, right across from the Mission Inn hotel. It is also right next to the Mission…read moreGalleria, an antique shop. Parking can be a little tricky, since there is only street parking available. Molino's shares an entryway with the Hideaway, which is a lounge. Inside Molino's, the interior looks rustic, with brick walls and a huge window. There is a couple of tables, with people at work. At the front, is the coffee bar. There have the menu on a chalkboard and a smaller sign with the specials on a small table. There was only one worker and she had greeted me when I came in and to let her know if I needed anything. I saw they have a pastry shelf of muffins. I ordered the 12oz iced horchata latte. They have multiple sizes. Once I received it, I did taste some horchata, not much. It was still good though. When I went to the restroom, I saw that Molino's was connected to the Mission Galleria! I had no idea!

    So if you get a large ceremonial matcha with cold foam, expect to pay $14.00 each. Two matchas with…read morecold foam? $28... The coffee shop itself is perfect for downtown Riverside--very fitting with the vibe and style. The lady working was very friendly. However, the menu is extremely busy, and you practically need a key to understand what's what or even how to order. Once we ordered, I noticed the ceremonial matcha is made with a handheld electric frother, and the cold foams are premade in jars and simply added on top (not made fresh). When we received our matchas, let's just say it tasted exactly like it looked: mostly milk with very little matcha flavor, topped with subpar cold foam. This is by far the most expensive, worst-tasting matcha I've ever had. I can usually find a way to justify things or give a place some grace, but this was beyond help.

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    The ambiance is absolutely amazing. Lots of seating, coaches, standing tables and more. they have…read moreweekly events so if you want a quiet place to study, watch out (open mic nights etc). Our orders were made fast, the service we received was not subpar or bad, I am unsure why there's a lot of negative reviews. The only con is having to pay for parking in the area unless you park further in the free zones. We ordered the croissants and I will say, they are on the smaller side but they are also priced reasonably. Overall we really enjoyed it and will be back.

    I had a pleasant experience at Back to the Grind coffee shop as I was looking to get off the road…read moreto take a work meeting (traffic put me way behind my anticipated road schedule). I didn't want to enter any cafe very small/ with petite tables or judgement if I sat down for 1.5 hr to work on my computer. I bought a sausage croissant which was just ok, but still a nice quick breakfast item. I was able to sit in a comfy chair with an outlet source & table to conference in my meeting. I was left unbothered & comfortable the whole time, which I greatly appreciated. There are several lounge chairs, tables & areas to space out to work, read, lounge, etc! I would certainly return another day to try out their coffee menu and those earl grey lavender scones (wish I saw those first!!) The barista was kind & the atmosphere very pleasant!

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    Amazing donuts, and sandwiches…read more Urban Dripp is really a place to ... make your place ... and relax. This is not just a donut shop. Cool Atmosphere. Superb Staff.

    Urban Dripp is very interesting mix of donuts, coffee, tea, and beer!! Located in the Downtown…read moreRiverside, you cannot miss Urban Dripp when driving by! It has a hot pink sign and has interior and exterior seating options. You can park in parking structures or side streets in order to walk towards this location. On a hot summer day, they were blasting the AC which was super appreciated! We came in to cool off and enjoy a beer, after reading their signs! Of course, we opted for a glazed donut, too. The guy at the front was nice and friendly! Super chill. We took out items and sat towards the side, under their large TV. He switched on the TV and ended up playing the World Cup game!! I had drank a nice and chilled Space Dust IPA from the tap and my partner had a Blue Moon. I was very delighted by their glazed donuts which were massive! For $6, it was bigger than our faces; I'm guessing x3 the size of a regular donut. I enjoyed it because it was sweet, doughy, and perfectly glazed. A twist of a donut shop, but for their variety of drinks, I don't mind it! Loved the experience. Thank you for having us!

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    Fabulous and affordable option when you want a sandwich…read more Service can be hit or miss and the person taking orders can seem incompetent/inconsiderate of the time. Ambiance is not the best, as the interior of the restaurant can feel dated--the art does not help--and the booths that comprise the bulk of the seating is private (which I love) but always dirty. Despite the service and ambiance leaving something to be desired, the lunch is great option in the downtown area. I do no recommend the breakfast--the potatoes lack flavor and many items are better made at home, imo. My go-to lunch options Grilled Smokey without onions- a fancy grilled cheese w tomato Tomato soup pairs very well with the grilled cheese Grill Smokey with bacon- solid but sometimes I don't want bacon/meat Tuna melt- so good and I tend to not like celery Black bean soup- solid Upgrade to the pesto pasta salad OR the loaded potato salad Don't recommend the pastrami sandwich-the meat was lowkey gross Baked good/desserts Princess Cake- I'm royalty and this cake hits the right notes and spots Sticky buns- get it Cinnamon bun- get it Cookies (molasses)- yummy and good texture Bagels- great quality bagels to add to a meal Baked breads (when in stock)- love fresh bread and recommend the sourdough

    I had the sourdough French toast with apple chicken sausage. The French toast came with two large…read moreslices of sourdough bread and two small sausage patties. Everything was cooked well, and I thought the price was reasonable. The sourdough bread itself was good, but overall I felt like the meal was missing a little something. Since the slices were pretty large, I asked for extra syrup, which definitely helped. I also thought the sausage patties were a little small for the portion. For my drink, I had an iced latte with vanilla syrup and almond milk. It was okay, but nothing really stood out about it. Overall, it was a decent breakfast and a good value, but I think a few small improvements could make it much better.

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