Came down here for vacation and found this adorable coffee shop. It was BEAUTIFUL. I would 100% go…read moreagain. The people were so kind and the baked goods looked great. The coffee was good, we tried some seasonal ones. The food was just okay, we might pass on that next time. So much seating and parking out front!

Great coffee and amazing people behind the counter…read more Love their outside space on cool days.

Coffee is delicious and the staff is welcoming. Nice ambiance and good pastries. I will definitely…read morereturn and soon

To begin, I have been visiting Vertical Coffee since their inception a few years ago and the…read moreambiance, atmosphere and coffee service is fine. For years, my go-to drink at any coffee bar is a hot, dirty Chai Latte with one or two shots of expresso. Today, I ordered a medium and when I received the Chai and took the first sip, I got a cloying sweetness that was not pleasant to me. I took it back up to the barista and told her it was too sweet and that I must have gotten someone else's drink, but she informed me that they had changed their formula recently and that I had received my chai latte. I have been ordering hot, dirty Chai Lattes for years and I have never had one so off-puttingly sweet. Vertical has a lot of nice drinks and many special and if I ever want to try one I will be back...however, I will start going to one of the other great coffee houses in Cookeville for my favorite chai...what a shame.

The coffee is the BEST in town!! Friendly people and good price. I highly recommend:…read more THE EXCEPTIONAL BEAN JLL

Great service, friendly staff and quality coffee! They also…read morehave big carafes for events.

Fast and friendly service, delicious hot chocolate, and a dim lit environment ready for you to cozy…read moreup with a good book.

I usually stop at Starbucks on road trips to the Smokies to grab a quick breakfast, but this time I…read morewanted something a little fresher, so I discovered Poets Coffee. Vibes - I really liked the interiors like just a couple of wooden tables and chairs, a shelf with books, and a little merchandise on display. The café has good street parking, which was such a relief. Bites - My husband got a bagel with eggs, and I chose a bagel with herb cream cheese. The bagels were cheap, but when I saw the size, I understood why. A bite in, I could tell they weren't the freshest. They weren't stale, just a bit drier than usual. I did, however, really like the herb cream cheese. I also ordered a mocha, which was pretty mediocre. Service - The staff was polite, though the food took a little longer than expected. I noticed some coughing while we were there, and with flu season going around, it did make me slightly concerned.

Good coffee! Really pleasant employees! Finally a coffee shop that's not insanely packed... I will…read morecome here many more times to sit and do some work! Also really clean bathrooms!

Best coffee house experience I have had in Cookeville! Great coffee, fab atmosphere, and comfy…read moreseating. Cannot say enough good things!!

Such a charming coffee shop! The customer service was warm and friendly, and the entire place was…read morespotless and inviting. I ordered a cinnamon latte and a blueberry muffin, both were delicious! They also offer a lunch menu that looked just as tempting. Great coffee, great service, and a clean, cozy atmosphere! I definitely recommend stopping by!

Nice out of the way spot with a wee bit above average coffee. Calm and comfy with lively…read moreconversations taking place. I have been to Red House Coffee 3 times but came away only once with actual food or coffee. There may be an excellent reason as to why there are sometimes no Baristas. Things happen. I understand and acknowledge this fact. Maybe write a note to inform others that you will be back soon.

The owner of the coffee shop, Mike, is a GEM!! He's a friendly guy who loves making cuban coffees…read morefor the neighborhood. It's a garage behind an electronic express which feels weird, but he+ his shop is wonderful! He does this to create a good place for the community to get together, and drink great coffee! Must check out and chat w him!

The best freaking coffee, and all of Cookeville put Starbucks to shame Cookeville best kept secretread more

Mrs. K. absolutely loves the "Blondie" coffee here and I've learned not to get in the way. It was…read morestill coffee drinking hours as we're driving along I-40, so this was a quick and easy detour and it keeps my navigator happy. It is set up like other 7 Brew locations - drive through only - and my Sprinter van won't fit under the awning. I parked and the baristas were able to take my order face-to-face. A few minutes later, coffees were handed over and we were back on the road. The Blondie was, as always, perfection. Five stars this morning. [Review 463 of 2026 - 607 in Tennessee - 25646 overall]

The coffee here is good and the service also, they also have a wide variety of drinks to choose…read morefrom.

I love sitting and working or reading in the café area attached to the grocery store! Seats are…read moreplenty spaced apart so it doesn't feel claustrophobic like a typical coffee shop. Food and coffee is great as well.

If you're visiting Cookeville, don't miss Meg's Bread. I wish I had brought an ice chest to bring a…read morebunch home. So many delicious choices! We were packing a picnic lunch to take to see some nearby waterfalls, so we picked up a cheesy jalapeños bread, and a loaf of Rosemary garlic sourdough. We were too early for the artichoke and olive focaccia. The young man waiting on us was very helpful. I can't wait to visit again...I will be prepared to tote a bunch home!

Ooof... if I could live off of coffee... it would have to come from Cream City! I got the iced…read moretiramisu latte and it hit the spot on a warm day! I loved how unique their menu was and how many ice cream flavors they had. There were a few seats in the parlor with additional seating elsewhere and outside. With the great service as the cherry on top, this place is definitely a staple that everyone should go visit.

Against our better judgement, we popped in here out of curiosity. Having just finished a large…read morelunch, we had no business being lured in by the idea of coffee . Yet- here we are. In a quaint little shop- enjoying a little afternoon caffeine fix. Cute shop. Friendly people . Lounge chairs in the back, and what looks like a game room. Probably available to reserve or rent. I didn't ask .