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    Mean Cup

    3.7 (26 reviews)
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    Tiffany N.

    As others said, it's just okay. I went here to visit the Lancaster Central Market and noticed the Hawaiian Salted Caramel Latte drink that they featured, so I was intrigued.... Price? Not too bad. I think it was about $6 for a large. It came out quickly too. The issue was that there was no salted caramel or any hints of any type of "Hawaiian" flavors in the drink.... it just tasted like a sweetened coffee with some vanilla syrup, honestly. The staff themselves were super nice, I just didn't get any hint of the flavor I wanted :(

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    Stan H.

    I was craving a lavender latte and they didn't have it on Fri (or I didn't notice it), but they certainly had it on Sat. I would've gotten one at Aura, but I prefer to try different places if I can as I was there yesterday. Great brand icon to try to grab you in. Reminds me of the company, Angry Tea Room, which also has a similar catchy icon but sadly no longer seems to be in business after 2021. The latte was on-point and service was quick and friendly. One person took my payment and another gave me the beverage. They work as a good team here and if they don't get along with each other in that small space, they are doing a great job of "faking it" and staying professional.

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    2 months ago

    Coffee was DELICIOUS, made quickly and very reasonably priced. I got an iced vanilla latte and my friend got a mocha, all 11/10.

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    We were in the Lancaster Central Market and decided to try their chai. It was good! Will be back when in town!

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    Coffee is great, snacks are good, SOME baristas are d!cks. But coffee is worth the stop.

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    Great atmosphere and originality. Spacious and good customer service. Not the best cortado I've had but will return

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    Friendly, comfortable atmosphere to hang out or get some work done. Great coffee and friendly, efficient staff!

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    Passenger Coffee

    Passenger Coffee

    4.4
    (143 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    The coffee here is on point. I often would see boutique grocery stores in DC selling their beans. I…read moredecided to stop by on my latest trip to Lancaster. The line can get long but it moves quicky. They offer a pretty basic menu of food options and standard coffee shop offerings. I picked up a bag of their keystone blend. It was fantastic. The bag didn't really open well. But I ended up just putting it into a plastic baggie. I did love that they offered me a free drip coffee with the purchase of the coffee beans. The bags are pricey at $20 a bag. But it truly is a good brew.

    Well, I'm stuck here in Harrisburg for now, but it's okay. I love getting out and traveling, so I…read moretook a job in Lancaster. Ever since I became a truck driver, I've been a coffee drinker. I recently decided to turn in my CDL and head back into the office, which allows me more time to get my workouts in and perfect my look. Normally, when I pick up something new, I do a lot of research; I dive all in. I'm glad I "dived into" coffee. When you're a truck driver, you usually hit truck stops where the coffee isn't great. However, being diverse and cultured, I started trying coffee in Latin communities. I noticed they used special machines, which sparked my interest. I eventually started visiting specialty coffee shops. Most of the places I get food from don't open until 10:00 AM, but coffee shops are open much earlier. That's how I found Passenger Coffee here in Lancaster. I knew it was going to be a great spot the moment I walked in; it was clean, inviting, and smelled amazing. A friendly employee greeted me with a smile, and their pastry display looked great. I told her I was new to coffee--only about two months in--but that I was enjoying trying different kinds. I explained how I normally take my coffee and mentioned that the last time I had one, it had foam on top. She gave me a small coffee to try, as well as one with foam (a latte or cappuccino). I think that's all I want to drink from now on! I used to make fun of people who said, "Don't talk to me until I've had my first cup," but now I finally understand why. I highly recommend this place for the excellent customer service and the cleanliness of the location. The pricing is affordable, too. I hope my review helps!

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    Mean Cup

    4.0
    (139 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    This is my favorite coffee shop in Lancaster, and I end up there at least once a day when I'm in…read moretown. My standard order is an iced latte with cherry syrup (although a latte with the peanut butter syrup is also delicious). I've tried cherry lattes elsewhere, but Mean Cups is the best. Nice and sweet, just how I like it, and you can actually taste the cherry. There're plenty of seating options, both indoors and out, and a restroom for customers. The service is quick (and not at all mean!). There's plenty of parking in the lot in front of the store. I do wish they had more food options, but there's not much aside from a small selection of baked goods. Luckily, there are plenty of other options in the same line of shops where you can grab some food to have with your coffee.

    This is another review where I would love if I could give 4.5 stars. I would firmly argue that this…read moreis some of the best coffee in Lancaster and has one of the coolest interior atmospheres. I typically go at least once a week before work. My order is 1 large hot latte and 1 large iced latte. I like to drink the iced latte before school then fill the cup up with ice and pour the (now room temp) other latte over it. That's how much I love this coffee. The only draw back is that the food situation leaves something to be desired. They usually have some sort of baked good/pastry in the display case, but I always eat breakfast before I go so I've never tried it.

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    Rachel's Cafe & Creperie

    Rachel's Cafe & Creperie

    4.5
    (551 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    What a gem! We loved this place so much that we came back two days in a row during our travels…read more The gluten-free and vegetarian crepes were absolutely delicious, and the custom drink Kenzie created for me was one of the highlights of our visit. Kenzie was an exceptional waitress--attentive, welcoming, and genuinely encouraging in a way that made us feel right at home. The atmosphere is enchanting. Everywhere you look there's beautiful art, thoughtful details, and creative touches. The covered patio is especially lovely and makes for the perfect place to relax, slow down, and catch up with friends. You can tell this space has been lovingly and intentionally cultivated. From the food and drinks to the art-filled surroundings and warm hospitality, every corner feels special. If you're visiting the area, don't miss this place. It's the kind of spot that nourishes both body and spirit.

    My partner and I stopped in for brunch on a recent weekday morning. There was no wait, and we were…read moreseated immediately. Our server was friendly and efficient, and the pace of the service flowed well throughout our meal. The restaurant is clean and cozy and the seating area can accommodate different sizes of dining groups. I ordered the Elvis Crepe from the Sweet Crepes section of the menu and a side of Hash Browns with Southwest sauce. They were both delicious and filling, and it was a good combination of sweet and savory. My partner got a Savory Crepe, which he also enjoyed. The only disappointing part of our meal was the iced lattes. We both ordered different flavors - one Nutella latte and one with strawberry syrup. We couldn't taste any of the flavoring in them at all. Had our server not told us which was which, we would never have been able to tell. They just tasted like plain lattes with no added flavor. Especially disappointing considering you pay extra for the flavored syrups. Overall, a great choice for delicious food and friendly service, but maybe grab your latte later from one of the other many coffee shops in the area.

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