Mad Priest is unlike any coffee shop I've ever been into. They're definitely committed to thematic continuity, from the bathrooms to the candles there is no shortage of decor that aligns with their name. Coffee is solid here; I got a latte that lasted me through my whole road trip because it was so strong! I loved the hanging plants and ambience, and the service was friendly. read more

I absolutely adored this place. Drinks - I had the chance to try two different drinks on this visit. The first was an iced matcha with a little added blackberry. It was really smooth and a very nice quality. The second drink was an iced latte from their specialty menu that had been renamed for a special event I was attending. I loved the flavor of the coffee, so much so that I grabbed some of their beans to take home as well. Merch - There was a great selection of merch from the company and local artisans as well. The stickers and mucus has some really cool designs. Staff - the baristas were some of the nicest people. Not only were they slinging drinks and working the event, but they were just amazingly personable and kind to all of our group. Location - most importantly though was the stunning location. The furniture, decor, vibe and even the commitment to theme through the bathrooms was everything. Even the confessionals booth was just perfect. Overall it is definitely a visit, and I will be back. read more

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I love Mad Priest's Dark Night of the Soul. It has been my go-to coffee for about two or three years now except it was from my local Publix and not from the storefront. I recently went on a weekend trip to Chattanooga and, upon remembering that Mad Priest was a Chattanooga based company, had to go see their storefront. I was not disappointed. First off, the decor was so excellently tongue-in-cheek. Highlights being the neon and black light infested confessional and the two afterlife themed bathrooms. Have you ever wanted to take a dump in hell? How about go number one inside the pearly gates? Well, thanks to the good people at Mad Priest, you can. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and very cool. They make excellent coffee and will tell you that they like your Creature from the Black Lagoon shirt. My first time there I ordered my old faithful, Dark Night of the Soul. For my second visit I decided to branch out and try one of their seasonal drinks. The theme for that menu at the time was Lord of the Rings. I decided on The Gimli which was an Irish cream and caramel latte. It was very good. If you're in Chattanooga and you need some good coffee in an environment that makes you wonder if you might be bound for hell then look no further than Mad Priest Coffee Roasters. If you're in any other part of Tennessee and you need some good coffee then look no further than the hell that is your local Publix and pick up a bag of Mad Priest Coffee. read more

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This was THE greatest coffee experience during my daughter and I's recent vacation. It was packed but customer service was excellent and we barely had any wait at all for our orders. The decorations yall...the whole concept is a must see while in Chattanooga. You MUST try the drink named after LOTR. Daughter said it was life changing. read more

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They have just opened their new spot at 1200 McCallie Ave. This is the third coffee cafe you can find in or adjacent to the Highland Park neighborhood. It's like I've shared with my Family, good coffee is almost a religion here in Chattanooga, and arguably, at Mad Priest, it is a religion. The beauty of living here is, you can stop by a wonderful coffee shop like Mad Priest, relax, do a little work, socialize, grab a to-go order if in a hurry, and even more importantly, pick up some of their fresh roasted coffee so you can enjoy their great brew in the comfort of your own home. This is not a Starbucks wannabe, they imitate no one, blazing their own path within this wonderful beverage segment. You want to talk the intricacies of coffee, learn the subtleties of the beverage, this is where you want to go. Great service, great atmosphere, and most importantly, great coffee read more

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MAD FOR MAD PRIEST | tldr: tiny little coffee shop with limited seating but dog friendly inside. My late friend (rest in peace vic) recommended I check out Mad Priest and I was so happy I did. Super low key and the coffee hit the spot first thing in the AM. The decor is everything I imagined Mad Priest would be - super quirky and fun, with some cool merch, too. Luckily we scored the only seats in the shop at the window which were very quiet and tucked in the corner facing the street. Thankful for the free WiFi as well!I didn't notice it at the time but it looks like there is outdoor seating available, too. They had a small seasonal drinks menu for the fall and I knew I had to try the Maple-ieve, which is literally fall in a cup. They also have a small selection of baked goods which pair nicely with coffee. When the weather warms up, I'll definitely be taking advantage of that outdoor seating next time I'm in town! read more

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We were planning our second visit to Chattanooga and we could not wait to have this coffee. The first time we visited they were attached to a great donut shop but this time they were in a new space. What a cool theme for a coffee shop. We bought some beans to take home. Service was quick and coffee was consistent. We visited three times the week we were visiting. read more

This is one of those no frills coffee bars. A couple of tables, barely any standing room, meager food options, limited selection of drinks. The service is middling. The baristas are BUSY and focused on the task at hand with no conversation. Take order, make drink, get out. I didn't take stars away for that but it was a bit jarring. My matcha latte with oat milk was interesting. There is zero sweetness added to it. As somebody who prefers dessert coffees, it left me unsure how to feel about it. I liked it and it was well made. However, I miss the sugar rush and I needed it this morning as much as the caffeine jolt. It's located in a sketchy area that made me nervous. Homeless folks on the corner begging for money as you walked past. No stars deducted for that, obviously, just a word of caution if you visit. 4 stars because it's good for a no frills coffee shop. Oh and the vibe/decor is probably polarizing. read more

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Disappointed. I've had MP coffee before and thought it was good, but i just had what the barista said was a medium\light roast which was really a dark roast. It was bitter without the brightness one would expect from a medium\light roast. I also had a chocolate chip muffin which was very gooey and sticky as if it were underbaked. The taste was okay, but the texture ruined it for me. They do have good customer service. read more

10/10 atmosphere, 10/10 coffee. Their seasonal menu had really unique options, and they also have a good selection of bags of beans available to purchase. I'll come back here every time I visit Chattanooga. read more

Visited here while in Chattanooga for the weekend...and if I'm honest, I was drawn to the spot because of the name and logo. Judge me if you will, but the coffee was incredible. I had a seasonal latte with brown sugar and toasted marshmallow. Divine (no pun intended). My wife got a chai and loved it as well. Not gonna lie, I almost went back in the afternoon because I loved the vibe of the place. At the time of this review they were nearing a move, so they didn't have many pastries, but for us that was okay...just a heads up. But seriously, don't miss out on this amazing coffee spot! read more

Hole in the wall for sure. Coffee is great (we tried seasonal iced white choco/Cinnabon and iced oat milk lattes). Best coffee we've had in Chatt. Stop here. The end. Side note-for iced drinks, they use very large cubes of ice (probably 3x3 inches). They kept our drinks cold without watering them down. Win! read more

This is a bit of a hole-in-the-wall joint in Chattanooga, but man...they know their coffee. I asked a barista who has been there multiple decades, and they keep a series of old school, classroom maps to show where they source all their coffee from. They have some amazing autumnal options right now, all with fantastically spooky names inspired by the season. Our band of four ordered several of them, and no one had a single negative word to say....well, no one really said anything besides "mmmmmmm" while hungrily savoring their coffee beverages. I had a simple cold brew, and I was more than pleased with my choice. The brew is incredibly strong though, so keep that in mind when you're ordering. The priest is mad for a reason, after all. I give this place extra kudos for being willing to sell us some whole milk by the cup for my baby when it was likely we would have to rush to a store instead: it was really thoughtful and family-friendly of them. They didn't have to, but they were willing to accommodate. Highly recommend stopping by! They have a private lot right off the highway for parking, and it's walkable by sidewalk if you're nearby. read more

Best cold brew in all of Chattanooga! The staff was super friendly and very knowledgeable about their coffee. read more

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One thing I always try to find when visiting a new place is find a great coffee shop, and with Mad Priest I have found that. Normally, my first order is a cappuccino but with this Tennessee heat I've been going with an iced latte. On a rainy and much cooler day I was able to order a cappuccino and it was quite good. They have their own roastery and use a house blend for their espresso. I also noticed they have a Slayer. I usually see a La Marzocco , so I was surprised to see a Slayer. The people that work there are amazing as well. My first few visits Mya was behind the bar and always nice and makes great drinks. The other two baristas were nice as well and the drinks were good. Mad Priest is located near the intersection of 20th and Broad. They have a private lot with a lot of available parking. There are also a few picnic-like tables on the side of the building for outdoor seating. read more

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Small place but they have great drink options and helpful people working. Definitely recommend for others to check out. read more

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Tasty lattes and a fun vibe. Space is too small to stay very long but I think they're moving soon so that may change. read more

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Barista was very friendly. Timed it up well to where it wasn't too busy so that was nice. Wish there was more seating inside to where one could sit and read but it sounds like a new location may be opening in the future. Coffee itself was mixed. Cappuccino was good but the Americano was a little too sour for our tastes. read more

Visited here on a trip from Nashville. We were recommended this place by a friend. We weren't sure how to feel at first, but coffee was great! We got 2 latte's, both incredible! Would recommend. read more

Found this little gem while on a road trip. The matcha latte was amazing! Love what they are doing here. This place is small but they have lots of parking which is a plus . read more

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Best cold brew!! I don't like hot coffee and it's hard to find a well blended cold brew that isn't sour or bitter. Didn't need cream or anything! read more

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Headed out of town didn't want Starbucks or run of mill commercial joints.. wanted a local roasted coffee and came across this cute place which is also right next door to a bakery with fresh doughnuts..it's a very small and quaint spot. Decent size parking lot. Didn't have a big variety of coffee so tried a Carmel latte.. it was good but not what I'm used to.. bought some stickers and a bag of Ethiopian coffee to go sle on our trip. Staff was friendly and helpful. We want to support local and that's what we like to do when we can!! read more

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An absolutely killer cup of coffee. Nothing more, nothing less. Is it a good place to do work? No. Hang around with a date? No. Get a muffin? Regrettably, with the neighboring bakery closed, no. What you will find is delicious coffee, served beautifully, by friendly and skilled staff. Their merch, ranging from beans to very good tee shirts is also top notch. Get some stuff here for your most caffeinated metalhead friend. read more

Our protagonist in this story is Adam; a rad dude who takes a light-hearted approach to the burning question: what's my purpose in life? It seems the purpose of Mad Priest is to brew some seriously good coffee, and welcome locals and travelers to a cool location where you can grab a cup and go, or stick around and see where a conversion takes you! I welcome my fellow Yelpers to journey over and check out what these Mad Priests are brewing up! read more

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Stopped in on our way out of Chattanooga. Ordered a cold brew, and it was SO good!! It definitely seemed fresh - not just old coffee turned into cold brew and sitting in the fridge forever. The large ice cubes were a nice treat. Unfortunately I live 1,000 miles away so won't be back any time soon, but will for sure stop in for another cold brew at my next opportunity! read more

Stopped here this morning heading out of town and had a lemon bar. Very small in adequate. The coffee was very good. The interior lacks luster but, I wasn't playing to eat or drink there so that's OK. read more

Delicious vanilla latte! A pretty cup of coffee too- my son and I popped in after grabbing donuts from Koch's bakery next door. I ordered and waited in the car to free up space in the tiny coffee shop. When Robert gave me my cup- he said take the top off for the picture mom. Ok- and a pretty heart greeted me! Robert removed his top too for his cappuccino. My only regret was not getting a bigger cup. read more

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The staff was very kind and friendly. The coffee is wonderful. My husband and I both rate it a 5/5. read more

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Everybody knows that Marbin likes to start the day with an americano (Rabin) and a black tea (Markovitch). Today, Danny tried the birthday cake tea (at Mad Priest in Chatanooga TN) and was pleasantly surprised by the balanced flavours and subtle aroma of lavender and vanilla. This coffee shop is located a comfortable stroll away from the district 3 hotel. The walk however, was not very scenic. I feel like the city could do a better job at planting some trees and perhaps encourage some more mom and pop type shops to relocate to this neighbourhood. Not their fault though! What I appreciated most about mad priest is that, like Marbin, they also respect water with bubbles. In fact, they came out with their own line of CBD infused bubbly water. Even though we are not fans of CBD, as it possesses all of the bummer properties of weed without any of the fun ones, we welcome Mad Tasty to the sparkling community and wish them great success. If I could offer one piece of criticism, I'd reconsider the name. I personally feel like religion should be left out of coffee and that the name Mad Priest has strong Christian undertones. All in all, epic visit! read more

Mad Priest Coffee Roasters - Infusing weed and bubbles! Creative!! - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Chattanooga, Tennessee

Coffee was amazing. Perfect spot to grab and go. Close to interstate. I will be going here each trip through Chattanooga. read more

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Been hearing good things for a while. Finally stopped in on my way to work. I love it. Will be coming back for sure. read more

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My wife and I are not locals, but decided to try Mad Coffee based purely on online reviews. BLUF, we were thrilled with the coffee product on our first visit, along with the knowledge and enthusiasm of the team making our coffee. We returned to the coffee shop on the next morning and enjoyed similar brews, plus bought a bag of Mad Priest Beans to take home with us. Today, we are already discussing the need to purchase more Mad Priest beans online. Fans of the coffee? Absolutely! Steve and Jaye read more

Tasty coffee AND they have oat milk! Friendly staff. Can't wait to go back next time I'm in Chatt

Pumpkin Spice Made Better! If you're looking for something different, try their "All Hallow's Eve" latte. It's a unique twist on pumpkin spice by adding butter pecan. I like my latte iced and this is great! read more

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Best tasting local coffee in Chattanooga. Sure it helps that they have nice branding and good people (Be Caffeinated is great at these aspects as well), but consistency of product is what truly sets Mad Priest apart. read more

We drink a lot of coffee and while driving through Chattanooga, decided to try Mad Priest. Picked up a bag of decaf for my afternoon half caff and we are going to buy more. Really full bodied decaf! Makes a pour over I bet you would not know it was decaf. We blend in decaf depending on the time of day and this decaf is rich. Friendly service and charming interior, albeit small. read more

Great cold brew! Quick and friendly service. I was able to add syrups and almond milk for no up charge.

Always friendly service and great coffee. Love this place. If you are in the area, drop by

The coffee is great here, and they have a cool atmosphere. Just be aware the shop is very small, so it's more of a "pick up and go" spot if the weather is bad out. read more

Visited in the morning. The parking is next to the building and there was plenty. The service is great, informative, and pleasant. I had a few questions and the employee was very engaging. I ordered a drip coffee and it's self serve. The coffee was pretty tasty. This location did not have any food, that I could quickly see, for sale (there is a donut shop/bakery next door). Overall great experience. read more

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