I miss this coffee shop! I live on the West Coast now. I've been coming here since I was in highschool. I'm 40 now. Unsure when they opened, but it seemed like it'd been around a while before my first visit. Seriously the best coffee shop I've ever visited. Great vibe. Great people. Great coffee and pastries. Worth a stop in if you're in the area! Seriously, the perfect coffee shop. read more

Amazing barista! This place has a cool vibe. Tons of stuff to look at , you definitely won't be bored while waiting for your drink. Will come here every time I'm in area read more

Thanks Emma for the amazing espresso! Best I've ever had! You also pulled an incredible cappuccino for me that was equally delish!

Fifty years ago I had my first espresso, a cafe-con-leche (cortado) at a pension in Spain where I was residing. I eventually was allowed to run the machine. Since then, I have enjoyed nosing around for good coffee shops and fantasized about opening my own. Garth Janssen's Lost Dog Coffee in Shepherdstown, WV, lacks the classical music and chess boards of my pipe-dream shop, but it has the imagined vibe. I spent three days there last month. Janssen made the best cortado, and one of the three best cups of coffee, I've ever had. This is not a dash-in and dash-out place. It's a place where the magic of good coffee (and tea) can be discovered. read more

We came in for a cup of coffee to start our morning and ended up having a really unique experience! We came into the store and were shocked by the flamboyant and eye-catching interior. When we asked to see a menu, the barista with the long hair said he could make us anything we wanted, tea or coffee. We got honey cinnamon lattes and they were amazing! Although a little pricey, we had a great time. I hope I'm able to come back soon! read more

If you are in ShepardTown WVa. Stop by and get yourself a Tea or Coffee both are dynamite. The guys that served me were relaxed and easygoing and provided suggestions as to what I might be interested in tasting. So, walk up to the window and ask for a recommendation or pick what you like because you will enjoy it. read more

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We absolutely loved the Lost Dog. The owner is a genius and was a pleasure to talk to. The guy should write a book on service because they get it right. Personalized service - no "step to the side, next!" nonsense. You see them making your coffee. The cortados we ordered were so good we can back the next morning and ordered them again. The ambience is perfect, If you can grab a seat outside, it's one of the best places in town to sit and relax. I can't wait to go back. read more

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If you enjoy waiting 20 min for a cup of coffee. This is your place. It's really cute. Attracts plenty of customers, has some decent food but depending on the server you can expect to wait until the server decides to focus on their job. read more

Lost Dog was always busy the two days I was in town! Absolutely fabulous little spot with an outside window to order. There's a huge menu so be prepared, you're gonna have a lot to choose from. If you're here - I say go for it. Go all out on a coffee or drink you wouldn't normally order because the selection here really is fun and outrageous. I saw a double stuffed Oreo Reese's iced latte on the menu! I went with the matcha and it was too die for. Fresh whipped cream and a drizzle of honey with a sprig of mint on top, ugh! Perfection. It tasted delicious and was just what I wanted for breakfast. There's a small outdoor area with two tables but it's definitely a grab and go kind of place. Grab a coffee and enjoy this beautiful street while supporting all the local businesses! read more

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The place & the drinks are interesting. We have Honey cinnamon latte & expresso smoothie. They are good. He does not measure his syrup so my drink was sweeter than I ask for less sweet. Yes, no lid for cold drinks. Over all, not bad. read more

Awesome little shop with a great variety of coffees and teas! The owner was wonderful and my husband had a great time chatting with him. The place to order is out front, and there was a well earned and deserved line (though not a bad one!!). We both got drinks to go and my husband took home a couple of bags of coffee beans to try. read more

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The older gentleman who works there is pretty off putting. He significantly delays making your order to make it seem like he's making a work of art, however it takes so long it makes for bad service. Also, he is quite rude and abrasive. The coffee wasn't bad though so I will give him that! read more

I recently visited Lost Dog Coffee and was deeply disturbed by the racist behavior of the owner, Garth Janssen. While ordering my cofffee, I listened to the owner, Garth Janssen make a series of blatantly racist remarks about my Black skin color. His comments were not only offensive but completely inappropriate and also indicative of a deeply prejudiced mindset (which I found not reflective of Shephardstown as a whole). When corrected, the owner, Garth Janssen, argued his commentary on black people and their skin color is not racist because he "has black friends." It is unacceptable for a business owner to treat customers with such disrespect in 2024. It is disheartening to see the racism of Garth Janssen displayed in such a public place. I urge potential customers to consider the character of the owner (as reported in other reviews) and run, not walk, from Lost Dog Coffee. #GarthJanssen #racist #LostDogCoffee read more

Lost Dog definitely wins the category of most creative coffee drink options in the area. They have a handful of espresso-seltzer drinks including the wet dog, something I think was called a lemon turbo, other espresso/coffee drinks, and smoothies. The wet dog can be thought of as a cream soda espresso and more or less consists of seltzer, cream, syrup, and espresso. The lemon turbo is something along the lines of espresso, seltzer, lemon juice, and syrup. It packs a sour and sweet punch and was my preference of the two drinks. For you coffee aficionados: neither drink allows you to really taste the espresso/coffee notes but are enjoyable nonetheless. During the pandemic, they've moved over to an order-at-window model which felt safe and comfortable. To try next time: smoothies read more

Lost Dog Coffee - Vanilla wet dog - espresso, seltzer, cream, syrup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Shepherdstown, West Virginia

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The barista would not serve us. We waited in line while the barista was having a social conversation and was ignored. We waited so long, we decided to walk in the establishment to look around, went back out, and again waited.The customers in front of us had their drinks in their hands and the the three of them were just talking away and ignoring us. My wife said we waited for 8 minutes. Our patience ran out, so we went to a coffee shop up the street. Apparently, it's more important to him to have a social conversation, than to serve customers. Great example of how NOT to run a business. Maybe, he just doesn't care about serving customers. I don't really know. We won't be going back to give him another opportunity. I believe my wife and I are very patient people and this treatment is ridiculous. read more

Cute little walk up window shop. After walking German street and checking out all the stores it was time for a drink stop. We were there on a Tuesday around noon and only had one person ahead of us. I got an iced dirty chai (had to let the ice melt a little, it was a tiny bit strong) and the kids went with a flavored whip cream cup with novelty drink umbrella; pineapple and chocolate. I like good finds like this on vacation. read more

Lost Dog Coffee - two cups of coffee on a table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Delish, most unique stop you will find. The owner is very kind and I always love having small talk with him. My favorite is a vanilla wet dog, if you haven't tried it you MUST. Day made! read more

Lost Dog Coffee - Vanilla wet dog! Don't forget to squeeze your orange! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Truly amazed at the variety of this coffee house. I don't drink much coffee normally, so had the hot chocolate with REAL whipped cream. Heavenly ! read more

This is a quaint, yet eccentric coffee shop in the heart of downtown Shepherdstown, WV. Due to COVID, I was only able to order via the window and couldn't go inside. Lost Dog Coffee has a huge menu of just about every caffeinated and decaffeinated drink you can think of. I chose an oolong tea, which I enjoyed. Note: the shop does not provide sleeves for your hot drinks, so keep that in mind - you may want to wear a glove or bring your own reusable sleeve - but the barista was kind enough to provide some folded paper towels to help shield our hands from the heat. All in all, this is a nice coffee shop that I wouldn't mind visiting again in the future. read more

Coffee was great. The shop is definitely as others said -- eccentric. No issues with that though, but the highlight surely is the coffee. We ordered a mocha, and a vanilla latte definitely some good stuff!!! Looking forward to stopping in again before we depart Shepherdstown. For those that appreciate good coffee and real handcrafted drinks and aren't Starbucks snobs you'll be pleased. Definitely where we saw all the locals heading on a fall Tuesday morning. read more

The loose leaf tea selection is amazing, most teas coming from a great company called Rishi. The coffee is pretty good too. I gave it a four star because the music that was streaming out of the service window the 3-4 times I went there was a little too raunchy for a family friendly atmosphere such as a little town like Shepherdstown. read more

Cute hip little coffe joint! Lots of neat stuff to order..watch out when you order though or you will be berated and cursed at if you find the owner in a mood read more

I was a barista for several years and this was hands down THE best coffee I've ever had. We stood for a bit in line & it was very much worth the wait. It's apparent lots of detail and love go into the drinks. Despite being loaded with caramel & chocolate, the coffee was still quite strong read more

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Best Coffee Shop in the Mid-Atlantic! My favorite cafe when I am in the area. Specialty coffee, and Garth, the owner, is truly great. High quality drinks, excellent customer service. The cafe itself and the ambiance is also a fun, eclectic experience, not just a regular place. Check it out next time you visit Shepherdstown WV. read more

Trippy hippy arty coffee shop with wacky bizarre art. Hot chocolate is amazing with whipped cream, caramel and choc syrup. Great coffees. Roasted. read more

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By far the best Latte's we have had in many years. This little shop is a must visit for coffee and tea lovers. Will return often.

After one sip of my Maple Mocha, I decided to visit her parents in the back of the store, and ask them for permission to marry. Her smooth and tasty company on a dreary, rainy day was just what my mediocre coffee-drinking habit ordered. Will be back, on our wedding day. read more

Lost Dog Coffee - The carefully-crafted straw wrapper prevented rain drops from harming my darling drink. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Shepherdstown, West Virginia

My favorite local coffee shop, he staff is very friendly and I love the options of coffee. I like my beans expresso ground and they do an awesome job of grinding them to my preference. If you are ever in the area and you are a coffee fiend like me it is a must stop!! read more

The owner is awesome, and so are the staff! Lost Dog's coffee is some of the strongest and boldest I've ever had. There's never a question of whether I've had a good cup of it from them, as it's always spot on! For plant milks, they have had numerous options every time I've been there. From almond, to soy, to coconut, and even walnut milk, they have a far stronger selection than many cafes do. Last time I was there, the employees even let me try a shot of some new milks I hadn't tried before. They offer baked goods, but none I have seen were vegan in the past (if that's what you're looking for). There is a little bit of seating inside with some of the most rad decor you'll find in a coffee shop right down to the bathroom, which is a whole gallery itself. I make an effort to stop here every time I'm in Shepherdstown! read more

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One of a kind. Don't miss this Shepherdstown institution. A great choice of teas, coffee and breakfast buns

This coffee shop is awesome! They have some incredibly unique offerings and various plant based milk which is very important to me as someone who can't have dairy. I have tried their lattes and cappuccinos and loved both! read more

Owner can be pretty gruff and uptight. Nice to some. Good selection of teas. Resells cookies, etc. from foodlion. read more

Banana Gorilla Mocha. Yum! What a cool coffee shop. Plenty of seating available. Very laid back vibe. Chill employees who really know how to make a mean drink. Loved the bold flavor of their mocha and the bananas just made it that much more delicious. This drink only comes in one size. It's big enough to share. Restrooms are in the back. This place is an art. You will see art all over the walls and even in the restroom. Very cool. They sell teas, coffee, and baked goods. read more

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Stopped in at Lost Dog this afternoon for some caffeine. What a strange little and eclectic coffee shop! Upon entering - the first thing that hit me was a musty odor of sorts - it immediately elicited memories of the smell of my Grandmother's old house in Greenfield, Massachusetts. Very powerful. The place had a number of small cafe tables and chairs with burlap bags draped over the chair backs - gave the place a bit of a rustic feel. Jazz music was loudly playing, the place was decorated with a mish-mash of traditional, antique-ish looking items, plus funky modern lighting such as a plasma lamp. Ordered a triple shot Cappuccino, the drink was strong, delicious, and creamy! read more

Lost Dog Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Awesome spot to take your friends when visiting the area. Everyone in Shepherdstown loves this place. If the locals come here for their pick me up, then you know there must be something good about it. Wish we had more of these types of hole in the shops in the area. A true gold coin in the treasure chest that is Shepherdstown! Tip: Great spot to grab a drink before taking a stroll throughout the downtown area. read more

Lost Dog Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Shepherdstown, West Virginia

My family, friends and I have had countless cups of coffee from this place and most were good. The customer service, however is just bad way too often (as you can see from the other poor reviews). The owner/barista just pounces on every person that doesn't agree with him, spews his rage and tells them to never come back because he doesn't need their business. Great business model. He also refuses to make the same elaborate drinks he personally puts on the men. He's clearly burned out. The drink prices aren't worth what you have to go through to get them. read more

To say the vibe of this coffee shop is eclectic would be an understatement. The place oozes weird, but the confident type of weird. The Lost Dog Coffee shop dares to be different, and wins every time. Donned with rocking chairs and knick knacks galore, this shop is not your average coffee joint. I'm go to Shepherdstown a few times a year because my family lives nearby. Whenever I do, I stop by Lost Dog, because honestly, they have the best coffee in town. I always go for their coffee, but they also sell tea and baked goods. This past weekend, I stopped by and ordered three drinks - a shot of espresso, the green iced tea (sweetened), and the black masala chai tea. The shot of espresso was crisp and delicious. The other two drinks were just as flavorful. The reason this review is not five stars though is that the wait in line is ridiculously long. There should be a better system of taking orders and preparing drinks, especially given that this is such a popular spot. If you're the adventurous type, if you're the caffeine type, if you're the artsy type... Lost Dog is for you. Be sure to check it out. read more

If you're looking for a skilfully well-crafted, delicious, unique coffee or tea beverage, GO HERE. If there's a line, WAIT IN LINE. If you're looking for a homogenous cup of instant gratification, go elsewhere. Also, we only buy our coffee beans here because he's got insanely good stuff, and he is like Ollivander - pairing you with your magic brew with keen sense and experience. When I was pregnant I got so many yummy teas here too. Just go. Now. O! And hrs great with my kids, he makes delicious hot cocoa and always draws on their lids, or gives them an umbrella. So kind! read more

It was a nice place and the dude was super dope! He recommended some food in town and drinks at the cafe. read more

Lost Dog Coffee - Smoothie was fire, dude inside was super nice and welcoming ! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Great coffee. Great iced tea. Good coffee options. And muffins were good too. And the owner was very friendly and interesting.