I absolutely adored this place…read more 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.

Mad Priest is unlike any coffee shop I've ever been into. They're definitely committed to thematic…read morecontinuity, 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.

My daughter and I spent the weekend here scouting for a place for her to live. We consider…read moreourselves to be well-educated in the coffee scene, and we have been all over the country, always seeking out cool beans and cool cafes in our travels. In short - this ain't the place. If it were possible to give ZERO stars I would have done that..... Asked for a half sweet vanilla cortado (my universal measuring gauge), and the total snob barista said "we don't do that....we put vanilla in lattes, but not cortados". I literally had eyes on the bottle of vanilla syrup over her left shoulder in the fridge, and she straight up refused to put it in my drink. My daughter asked "why is that", to which she rambled on about "ethical treatment of traditional presentation". Let's pause right here and ask.....what in the actual hell? And to top if off, she also refused to put honey (the choice I as the customer had to settle for) in my drink, instead serving a very watered-down version of what maybe was at one time honey on the side. And the "hot" drink? Luke warm at best. Traditional? Whatever. How about traditional customer service and friendliness? There are waaaay too many other cool coffee cafes in Nooga, serving waaay better coffee, to waste your time and your money investing in the "we don't compromise our values for what you want" mindset at Velo. Not a weird vibe - a cult vibe. Well, we ain't members, so we will definitely not return. We immediately left for Burlaep Coffee Roasters, and they saved the day. Go there instead. Every aspect of the business is far superior.

This is the type of flavor I want when drinking a latte!!! Both my husband and I ordered a vanilla…read morelatte and it was perfect. So much coffee flavor with a hint of vanilla. I'm not a fan of milky or overly sweet lattes. Also ordered the blueberry muffin, which my 1 year old son devoured. Person taking orders was nice and helpful. The overall ambiance of this place seemed calm and like a chill spot to hang out on a Sunday afternoon. Definitely will be back when we are in the area! - small parking lot - paid street parking - clean bathrooms - plenty of indoor and outdoor seating - games, books, etc

So, after dropping off the grandkids at school, I headed over to St. Elmo's to try another coffee…read moreshop of which I had heard good things. For a change, I decided to have a blueberry scone to complement my coffee selection. Cute place, incredibly friendly staff. The scone was delicious. The coffee was served in a real cup, high marks for that, plenty hot, but the cup was a bit on the small size.

It was my first time here! The baristas were so kind, helpful, and patient. The ambiance is cute…read moreand comfy. Best of all, the coffee. The large coffee is made with a quad shot; so you truly get good quality espresso that shines through. One of my other personal favorite touches is their homemade and locally produced syrups! A special little touch to a lovely coffee shop. Highly recommend!!

The cutest coffee place to stop as I rolled through Chattanooga. This location is not too far off…read morethe highway. I sampled the cookies and cream donut. The base was very dry and bitter, but the topping was delicious. Cold brew was strong, and the decor is beautiful. Be sure to check out the bathroom. Great service too!

Y'all I was looking for a hot chocolate for myself, a tea for my wife, and some food for the kiddos…read moreand this place did not disappoint. My wife (commonwealth lady) was surprised at how good they made her tea based on the notes we had put in online. The toddler was happy as a clam with the food. And I'd say that was the best cup of hot chocolate in Chattanooga hands down. Oh, yeah and we had just left the zoo from a day of fun, so let me say it's super convenient to that location fwiw - overall it's a trendy got everything type of coffee shop with gluten free and vegan options so yeah, 11/10 will go back

I came in one morning for a coffee and pastry last month while staying nearby. I had seen photos…read moreof the inside and the deck and this looked like a charming coffee shop. They were out of muffins when I stopped in, around 10am so that was disappointing. I didn't end up with any pastry to go with my coffee bc they didn't seem to have anything else available that day for some reason. The coffee was strong and good. I ended up doing an iced oat milk latte - no syrup. I spent a bit of time chatting with the friendly barista and then headed upstairs to take in the view The restroom was somewhat small and nasty in comparison to the rest of the decor and looked like it could use some TLC.

Great local coffee spot with some tasty eats. Fun vibe with multiple seating options. Couch up…read morefront. Tables and chairs inside with great AC and a super cute wood deck patio with shade coverings. Orders medium and dark roast coffees and a cappuccino. Hot and delicious. They put half and half in for you. I wish they had jugs so it would be self service but loved the extra service. Also orders the eggle on an everything bagel with bacon. Was delicious and while they are counter service, she ended up bringing out to my table before I noticed her calling out order. Highly recommend.

Vibey little coffee shop! We stopped in after eating a meal just down the street. We were on a road…read moretrip so wanted a little pick me up before getting back in the car. My husband enjoyed a black Americano and I enjoyed my Tumeric latte + espresso shot. My drink was so good my husband actually ordered one for himself for the ride. I personally think this should be a more popular fall drink than pumpkin spice but what do I know ha! Inside had a handful of tables and a comfy corner with a couch and table with conversation books. They also have a nice little back patio that's shaded to enjoy your drinks outside. I saw several people coming and going from a small gate outback for an easy back entrance too.

Stopped into this cute neighborhood gem in downtown St. Elmo before climbing the hill for my Ruby…read moreFalls tour. Friendly staff, great-tasting coffee and delicious, fresh scones. I got my signature iced oat latte and a blueberry white chocolate scone which was huge and only like $4! Prices very fair and they're not killing you on the alternative milks. Really charming inside and they have some sandwiches and other foods and nice places to work and sit and get comfy if you have time. Parking was a bit challenging with only about 4 spots in the back lot and no real street parking unless you pay to park which, I wasn't gonna do for a 3-minute to go coffee. Highly recommend if you're in town or driving through like me.

Fun coffee shop near our friend's home. A bit further inland than you'd expect a pirate themed…read morebar, but it's a fun spot, with fun decor, you almost have to stop and look outside as it's somewhere you'd really expect to be on the coast. Everything in the place is pirate themed, and even the barista kept making pirate puns while she took our order. Drinks were reasonably priced. Service was quick, and we enjoyed our visit. We'll be back next time we're in the area!

As I typically am not on this side of town, I went out of my way to find a new coffee house to try…read more Google identified several very quickly, but I wanted a spot that was not a chain, and not just a drive-thru option as for me, I want to sit, enjoy my coffee, relax a bit, or maybe do a bit of work. Grindhead is a funny little spot, directly behind a Dutch Brothers Coffee with a Caribbean/Pirate theme. So I walk in, and I hear from behind the coffee bar, Ahoy Matey to the sound of the Caribbean music playing in the background. The barista was friendly and helpful as we chatted a bit about the shop. I started with one of their seasonal offerings, an Eggnog Latte they called the Clipper. It was nice, but too sweet on the finish for me. That was on me for going that direction as I know the associated risk. Salt is a featured ingredient in a couple of their coffees, and as the barista had shared with me a recipe she makes at home that includes both salt and vanilla, I asked her to please whip up a latte to her home recipe.......now this was a real treat as the coffee, salt and vanilla worked in real harmony for a delightful drink. This shop is not really convenient for me as I have several good coffee house options in my own neighborhood, but I will be back, if nothing else I need to spend my dabloons.

I Found this coffee roaster at the Chattanooga Market. Owner formerly served in our US Military…read more They had both Regular and Bold beans as well as K- Cup options. They ground the beans for us right there at the market. They were roasted just 2 days prior. The smell of this coffee is incredible and the taste fantastic. Rich flavor with a very smooth finish. It is the best coffee I have tasted since moving to TN. We will be back to buy more. They do not have a website but so have a facebook page.

Like --------------…read more I LOVE Lola Beans. Everyone is so nice here and always helps with a positive demeanor. This is a drive through coffee shop, so do not expect to sit and work anywhere. This is get your drink and go. lol They have so many flavors and flavor combinations. Disliked ----------- I love that there are flavors, and many to choose from. I did find that when there is a line, I have to wait until I get all the way to the window to see the full menu. I think it might help if they had the menu a little before pulling up all the way to the window. The last time I was there, it was a menu of suggested flavor combination specials, but I really wanted to plan out my order before pulling up

Great service, excellent coffee and muffins! The building is…read moreadorable and very conveniently located for a quick coffee break!

I had very high hopes. The menu looked great…read more The cold brew coffee was ok. Not bold, pretty weak. The bagels are offensive at $5/ea They taste like refrigerated grocery store bagels. I'm fairly sure that's all they are. There's no value in the bagel.

Great little coffee spot on Signal Mountain!…read more I came here on a Friday morning/early afternoon and it was fairly busy. I didn't have to wait long for my coffee and blueberry muffin though - I ordered one of their seasonal lattes (very good!) and I was tempted to get a breakfast sandwich, but I opted for a muffin, which was also good. There's a lot of seating inside + outlets for if you're wanting to post up with your laptop, which I did for an hour or so. Then, you're right down the road from Signal Point where you can spend the day hiking!