Third times the charm when trying to get coffee on our way back to my parents after a fun/exhausting wedding weekend. Mea Cuppa is inside the Capital Market which is thankfully pretty easy to get around even when busy like it was when we got here. I needed all the coffee and loved that they had a flat white option which you don't see everywhere, especially in WV. Not the best flat white but it still hit the spot. read more

Stopped here to stretch our legs during a long road trip. Cute little spot with sweet and savory pastries. Service was fast and friendly and they even offered to warm the biscuit. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

Mea Cuppa Coffeebar - 12 oz whole milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

The only place in town that knows how to do a pour over! Great selection, specials and treats!

Coffee was perfect and Victor was fantastic! He was super knowledgeable about the different drinks on the menu and then made my husband and I the BEST coffees. I had to hop on the internets and give him a shout out right away- thanks Victor! read more

This place is everything you could want in a coffee bar. 12/10 experience. I myself am a coffee sommelier, receiving my education from the best in the field, and having traveled across international lines in pursuit of the coffee bar beau idéal, the peak of what coffee can bless the human experience. Mea Cuppa Coffeebar, truly, is an establishment unparalleled. Mea Cuppa is to me as salvation is to the sinner. It feels as though I have lived my whole life blind, and now I can see. If Agamemnon only had one drop, he would have no need for Helen's beauty. I rarely feel compelled to write reviews of such places, and indeed am hesitant to do so for Mea Cuppa. There is something to be said about the trade off between opening such a place to the greater public and keeping it contained to a smaller crowd of artistes. Are the commonfolk able to understand what makes such a place great? Is the value distilled in a way and the art of the coffee so despised when such a place is opened to the wider masses? Is Mea Cuppa to become another Starbucks in such a case? However, I owe them a responsibility as a renowned critic to guarantee the success they are owed. And so the review is given. 5 Big Booms. - JS read more

As always consistently great coffees and staff. We're never disappointed and always willing to try some of their recommendations.

This is fantastic find when driving through Charleston. We had no idea we would end up at the city market, but the location is perfects is isn't even a minute off of 64/77 and right in downtown. It's a great stop because you have to get out, so you get to move your legs and use the bathroom, plus bonus with all the other great vendors to get a meal or snacks. It's the perfect rest stop, but better then your normal rest stop, way way better, not even a competition. Mea cuppa coffeebar had great season lattes and anything else you'd want, pour overs, snacks and the flavor is ooooo so good. There are places to grab a chair and relax and take in the beautiful setting of the capitol market. So, you've got everything you need. We now have our coffee spot when driving through Charleston and seriously this spot alone we'll make you think, hmmmm, Charleston for a weekend get away? Sure, let's do it. The vibe is that epic. Enjoy Me Cuppa and everything else you discover. read more

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Such a nice little coffee shop nestled inside Charleston's Capitol Market! We liked it so much we actually came twice! The americano I ordered was just what I needed on a caffeine deprived day. I also really liked the tea drink my partner got: the mayflower which is a black tea with elderflower and lavender! So good! All their tea drinks sounded good and a creative mix of flavors. I had an iced latte the second time and it was so refreshing. Customer service was also really friendly and welcoming. read more

Mea Cuppa Coffeebar - Iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Really great coffee. The flavors were excellent. Friend got the Aztec mocha and it was balanced perfectly.

They have soy and oat milk!! I ordered a tofu veggie wrap with peanut sauce for breakfast and it was delicious. Excellent latte. Support your public library and all things adjacent I say! I love this place. I'll stay all day read more

Ordered a double shot of espresso with a splash of milk. Was given a cold shot that had been sitting around. So bizarre.

Not a ton of options but in a good location. The mayflower drink is to die for. It's similar to a lavender milk tea but better. Iced chai was meh and the biscuit was really good. It's taste better hot. Would definitely visit again. read more

Lovely atmosphere in the market with friendly staff. Cold brew was good, not fantastic.

Loved the New Orleans Cafe at Lait. Great atmosphere. Good place to meet and chat with friends.

A nice modern coffee bar with friendly staff and good coffee. I recommend the Chai teas. A great stop right in the market. (Shoutout to Amy L. And Richard K) read more

Mea Cuppa Coffeebar - Iced Chai Tea. Great - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Found this place while driving from D.C. to Kentucky. Easy to find off the interstate, and situated in a charming community market. Wasn't sure what to expect -- I never expect too much, but those expectations were exceeded. I ordered the house coffee; it was fresh and well-brewed. My wife got a cappuccino -- 8 ounces, well-made and delicious. I was also pleasantly surprised to find a substantial selection of top roasters (Intelligentsia, PT's, Klatch). Most of the bags were 3-4 weeks off roast, which is pushing it in my opinion, but still surely one of the best selections I've seen in such a small operation. I own a thriving cafe in a midsize town, so I know how difficult it can be to offer consistent, high-quality coffee in areas that aren't quite used to it. These folks are the real deal -- friendly, unpretentious, yet absolutely quality-focused and well above average. read more

Mea Cuppa Coffeebar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Really awesome place! Think the owners there friendly guy and lady made it simple process close to interstate good location good coffee! Most places have no idea what coffee is in these regions! read more

Cute little coffee stop in Capitol Market. Interesting speciality lattes. I went for an iced chai latte, and it was just a bit sweet, nice and spicy, and just the right mix of milk and tea. Prices are ok. (We'd all like our fancy coffees to be cheaper, right?) I would definitely grab something here again when shopping in the market, and maybe try one of those unique flavored lattes. Though I'd also totally order that tasty chai again... read more

I got a regular sized cold brew with oat milk and lavender syrup. It was $4. It was good, nothing that amazed me but I'd say it's comparable to Starbucks or dunkin. The Lavender was nice and subtle but the oat milk could of been creamer, not sure what brand they used. The workers were nice from what I could tell. There's a few tables and a bar. There's probably about 20 coffee items and the baked goods cabinet was full of tasty looking muffins and scones. I didn't try the baked goods but I would like to. Presentation is nice and minimal. They use plastic cups but paper straws so that's a little confusing. Other than that I'd say give it a try. read more

Mea Cuppa has moved up a position to become my favorite coffee shop in Charleston, beating long-time favorite Moxxee. The bean selection and variety is simply the best. The brewing processes available - drip, press, and pour over - ensures coffee will always be available, unlike Mox, where the Steampunk is often on the fritz. The pastries, scones, and etc. are still top notch. If there was better wifi it'd be my main caffeine station. Again, go there. read more

Mea Cuppa Coffeebar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

They have the best coffee in Charleston, hands down. They have locations in the Capital Market and elk city, so if you want to look around at all of the seasonal stuff, you can do so with a great brew in your hand. If you're looking for a quiet place to disappear too, the elk city location is the right place for you. I always stop on my way through! read more

Mea Cuppa Coffeebar - Iced Mocha is my summer beverage - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Full disclosure, I work here. In fact, I've worked at a few places both in and out of state, all in coffee, all in various positions. So when I tell you that Mea Cuppa is probably the best coffee shop in West Virginia, I mean it. I only say probably because I haven't been to every shop yet, but I can assure those reading this that it truly does take the cake. We are held to high customer service standards, for starters. We don't talk down or roll our eyes when we talk coffee. Feel free to ask as many questions as you can, we love to share information! We all started our coffee journeys not knowing the difference between a cappuccino and a latte, so we aren't going to disparage anyone for asking. The coffee is beyond great. We make sure to make the highest quality beverages, every time. If we make a mistake, we remake the drink. Mea Cuppa is a multi-roast carrier, which means we pick and choose the best coffees from multiple roasters, to ensure there's always something new and delicious for you to try! And we don't stick to only light roasts like some third wave specialty shops do--we enjoy a nice dark roast as much as anyone else. We have pourovers and french presses, organic tea (in sachets or loose), and only the best syrups. Mea Cuppa provides organic products as much as possible, so you can trust what you're drinking! Not only that, but we don't overload our beverages with sugar. We put in enough to flavor the drinks, without compromising the taste of our coffee, espresso, cold brew, or tea. Every month there's at least two new hand-crafted, unique beverages that showcase the care we put into our coffee. For example, we pair our cold brew (PTs John Brown) with organic lemonade for a popular Portuguese drink called a mazagran. It's so popular we now offer it year-round, and our customers love to tell us stories of how other coffee shops react when they ask for it! In short, we try our hardest to create a wonderful experience for each customer, by providing good conversation, service, and specialty drinks created especially to your tastes. read more

Mea Cupoa has some of the best coffee and pastries in the area. I can never visit the market without picking up their coffee (the WV salt and maple latte is 1000/10). The staff are also super friendly. I definitely recommend to anyone visiting the Capitol Market! read more

This cute coffee bar has a wonderful vibe, modern look with a vintage feel. I had an iced coffee with almond milk, and it was delicious! A relaxed atmosphere means it is the perfect place to spend a few hours working or relaxing. Must see if you are in the area! read more

Not a coffee drinker but I love to get the iced tea and pastries. Very delicious! In the Capital Market which is one of the coolest places in Charleston; an old converted train station. Grab a sandwich from Johnnie's Meat Market just across the narrow hallway. read more

Typical millennial coffee shop with average coffee and extremely high prices. They used Kroger Creamer and did not give me the option to fix the coffee my way they tried to do it their self and it qas terrible. The downside it's a very dead city so you don't have too many options unless you wanna wait until 10 AM to go to the Starbucks in the mall! read more

As a tourist, I use Yelp reviews to find great coffee shop. I should have started with Mea Cuppa when I was in Charleston. I would not have bothered with others. Clue #1 The menu list is limited. That is a good thing. It means their coffee is excellent and doesn't need to be disguised. Clue #2 Baristas cheerily interacted with other customers. This means when I ask them details about their beans or special coffee drinks, they are happy to answer. The barista was also honest about the pastries they had left for the day. I highly recommend this place if you enjoy great coffee. I tried their refreshing tonic brew with bitters. Excellent! They follow COVID-19 guidelines. read more

Best latte I've had in years. They know how to perfectly cream the milk here! Clean, quick, friendly. With beautiful flowers and other plants to view while you visit. read more

Spectacular coffee I love unique coffees and flavors and this place fits the bill. Tender loving care is taken on every cup brewing style is again well thought out and nice and slow definitely a cool place to have a cup or 3 and relax as your charging up for the day or recharging for the afternoon. read more

It was my first time at the Capitol Market- I was visiting my boyfriend working. I wanted to buy him a coffee as a pick me up and I ran into Mea Cuppa. I bought 3 different flavored lattes (one for me, him, and his co-worker). When I went to pay, their credit card machine was not working and I was $2 in cash short. The owner (?) was SO kind to me, he just took $2 off and even proceeded to give me the CHANGE. While I was waiting for my drinks to be ready, I told the barista that I would be walking around just because I had never been to the market and wanted to see all the shops. I was making my way back, distracted on my phone, when the barista walked up to me with my 3 drinks. So not only were the DELICIOUS, seriously so good!!.....BUT their service was OUTSTANDING. I was so impressed and I can't wait to be back! There is limited seating inside but plenty outside, especially since the weather was so nice I was happy to sit outside with the Capitol Market wifi (no password and fairly strong signal, yay). I'll be back soon! read more

Very unique and cozy. The coffee and pastries are absolutely delicious. We had planned to grab something to go but ended up sitting down to catch up for over and hour because it was so inviting. Lovely place! read more

Excellent coffee shop with great selection. Not tied down to any particular roaster which is great. I'm tired of going to shops that exlcusively use intellegentia, kickapoo, bow truss etc... This place has all sorts from different roasters. They'll whip up a pour over for you on anything they offer. The pour over was extracted close to perfect. Nice balanced cup that pulled a few sour notes after cooling off (which is to be expected). I did not have any espresso based drinks but the staff seems very competent and practices latte art. Typically if they take the time to do some sort of art on the cup, they seem to care about their coffee. I was at Moxx yesterday, and this place has it beat, hands down. Do yourself a favor and drop in. Only criticism I would have is that seating is limited and the chairs aren't really comfortable because it is in a local market which means they are at the mercy of the market's choice on seating. read more

I ordered for a pour over and ask for a suggestion on what coffee to get and the barista said "oh I've never had a pour over so I wouldn't know"........ However, the Cortada that my wife ordered was delicious. read more

Cool environment and good espresso. I recommend a visit. The market has fresh produce, candy, bottles of wine, fresh flowers, and more.

Tasty coffee! I get myself a bag to take home to Seattle every time I visit Charleston. Located within Capitol Market, which is a true gem. Lots of love, MC! read more

Great place for coffee with my family! This place is immaculately clean and had a very nice modern, yet comfortable place to eat breakfast and enjoy coffee. We enjoyed a pumpkin cake and light roast coffee. We will be back once we return to Charleston, WV and likely take a stroll around downtown. read more

Loved this Mid Century Modern coffee shop I found after I landed coming in from Nashville. Staff is friendly, coffee is great and the vibe is cool. read more

We just moved to this area from CA. We are big fans of farmers market, but the farmers market here opens late, so we stopped by this small coffee shop since it's the only store open here. The coffee is awesome!!! We will definitely come back here again! It deserves five stars!! :) read more

Mea Cuppa has the most diverse selection of third wave/specialty coffee beans that I found in Charleston. This little kiosk located in the Capitol Market brews top tier roasters like PT's (Kansas), Intelligentsia (Chicago), JBC coffee roasters (Wisconsin), Zoka (Seattle) and others on a rotating basis. What I love about this shop is that any of their beans for sale are available for drink purchase as well. Just grab a bag and if they don't already have that selection of beans opened up, the barista will open the new bag and prepare a pourover coffee for you. It is very rare for a shop to do that, and I appreciate the customer service on that! The days I visited, Intelligentsia was the espresso on offer. Depending on the barista, the drinks tasted better on some days than others, however, all were at minimum decent tasting while one drink crafted by one particular barista I ordered from on my last visit tasted amazing, as good as the drinks I've had at the actual Intelligentsia company-owned coffee shops in Chicago. Mea Cuppa is one of the few shops that consistently open early in Charleston, and there's also free WIFI available through the shared market WIFI. Service was very friendly and this little kiosk is one of the 2 shops I'd recommend in the area. Worth return visits. read more

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Currently my favorite coffee shop in Charleston. It's inside Capitol market and the open pretty early for my coffee fix before work. They have a various selections of milk including almond milk. Also have various syrups you can add to lattes. And they don't charge extra for different milk or added syrups. read more