Anyone who knows coffee and lives within a 50 mile radius of Trager Brothers in Afton (also a…read morelocation in Lovingston) has literally zero reason for not making this roaster and coffee shop a regular pilgrimage site. To paraphrase the Beatles, there's nothing I can say that can't be said, but man do I love, love, love this place. Excellent whole bean offerings, roasted to perfection by expert roasters. Delicious hot and iced coffee and espresso drinks that simply can't be replicated anywhere nearby--including, sadly, in my home town of Staunton (hey, Trager Brothers! There's a huge opportunity for expansion in the Queen City!). And top all that off with sublime, informed, and incredibly friendly front of house staff. Yeah, it's a little hard to find, but anything worth having is worth looking for. And in this age of googling and Apple mapping and whatnot, there's no excuse for not availing yourself to the BEST coffee in central Virginia. Y'all who might have read some of my other reviews will know: I usually have a minor nit to pick with even my five stars. Not so with the Brothers Trager, fam. Enter their shop and be greeted by the heavenly aroma of roasting coffee, the whir of a burr grinder, the quiet scream of a steaming wand, the genuine smile and friendly greeting of the barista. Now, you tell me: how could you possibly find a quibble worth the scribble?

Came out here on a whim b/c of the signage on the main road. My wife is a big coffee fan and I…read moremean... why would we not stop by? First off, it's a bit odd to find. If you're looking for a big ole store or facility that screams coffee shop, you're looking wrong. It's in in the far end of a building off to your right when you follow the signs. (seriously the signs are key here). When you enter the main building, you're hit with the awesome aroma of coffee... just head to the end and walk in the door. It's a cool shop that Is totally worth visiting. If anything, it's b/c of the high quality coffee they offer. There really isn't much to do here other than pickup great coffee but I guess I can't think of what else you'd really need. :) Cheers! Food Taste: great coffee! Overall Service: 5 Value of service to cost: 5 Facility: 4 Ambiance: Very small but quaint Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: no

The food and coffee is always incredible, the service is kinda ehhh. There is only one girl there…read morewho is kind to me, and then a guy and a woman who make me feel like an inconvenience every time I come in, I get rushed through the order screen and they barely even look at me it's like, a chore to let me use my points or even order more than one item like they don't even want to make the sale.

I loved everything about this coffee shop. I got an iced latte with pumpkin and marshmallow syrups…read moreand it is my new favorite fall latte. Highly recommend, absolutely delicious. My husband got a dirty and chai and we shared a chocolate croissant. Everything was so good and we would definitely come back. We didn't try any of the food off the menu, but it all sounds very good. There's something for everyone here. They have any coffee that you could want, along with a variety of non-coffee drink options. There's several regular tables and chairs for eating, working, or studying and comfy chairs/couches in the back. It feels very cozy and chill.

My friends and I went to Afton this past weekend for a quick getaway. Before the trip, I did some…read moreresearch on local coffee roasters, and Happ Coffee was easily at the top of my list. On our way to our Airbnb, a friend and I stopped by Happ, which is located inside an industrial-style building that's incredibly spacious. There's plenty of seating, along with a dedicated area where beans are available for purchase. The barista was really friendly, and we ended up having an in-depth conversation about drink recommendations. When I settled on a cappuccino, he walked me through how each milk option paired with the espresso. I ultimately chose whole milk since it doesn't have an overpowering flavor like almond milk, which allowed the light-roast espresso (an optional upgrade) to really shine. I didn't fully enjoy the cappuccino during the first couple sips because the mouthfeel of the whole milk felt a bit too thick, which didn't pair well with the light roast. However, it became more harmonious as I continued drinking, and the highlight was definitely the bright sweetness of the espresso. I really appreciate a coffee shop that pulls a light-roast espresso well. The barista asked for my thoughts, which I shared, and he then pulled me a shot using their South Paw (house espresso blend) beans to try. I thoroughly enjoyed this light-medium espresso, which was bright and strong, without the unpleasant acidity or bitterness that often follows. I don't typically recommend ordering a straight espresso shot at most coffee shops, but Happ does it well. Overall, it was a great experience -- lovely coffee and friendly baristas who genuinely care about their craft. I left with one of their limited-release coffees (a Peruvian Geisha), which I'm looking forward to trying as a pour-over at home.

The indoor seating is super cute and lots of options to sit. The workers were so kind and helpful…read morewith suggestions with it being my first time in. The food is great, the avocado toast is fresh and the espresso is awesome! 10/10 recommend!

I had an excellent experience at The Crucible Coffee Roasters in Staunton. Everything -- from the…read moredrinks to the atmosphere -- felt thoughtful and dialed in. I ordered the El Diablo Latte, and it was phenomenal. The cayenne and ancho brought a gentle warmth, the cinnamon and vanilla rounded it out, and the chocolate and espresso tied it all together beautifully. Spiced, smooth, and perfectly balanced. I also had a V60 pour-over of their seasonal Costa Rican single origin, and it was incredibly clean and expressive. I genuinely tasted the pomegranate and hibiscus notes, with a subtle cocoa finish. Bright without being sharp -- just a really well-executed cup. The triple ginger scone was the perfect pairing with the latte -- tender inside, lightly crisp outside, and warmly spiced without overpowering. Service was friendly and knowledgeable, the space was welcoming, and the quality across the board was top-tier. My only suggestion? Stickers. I'd absolutely put one on my laptop. Highly recommend.

Wow, what a nice coffee shop in Staunton, VA. Stopped in while I was visiting my sister from out of…read moretown. This place has delicious coffee & plenty of seating. It was busy for a Sunday afternoon, but it was raining outside & the perfect day for a warm caffeinated beverage. The barista was quick with our order & gave us recommendations on which drinks were here favorite. The shop had a cool vibe & I wish I would've captured a picture of the wall mural outside.

Wonderful service. Great coffee. The ambience is cafe. We sat outside in the shade. Easy walk from…read morethe closed walking street.

I've been going up to Staunton often recently for family matters, and I've loved taking time to…read morecheck out all the local businesses when I'm able to. Reunion has been a breath of fresh air - really good espresso drinks, pastries, and breads. To be 100% honest, Crucible's coffee is better, but their pastry selection is minuscule and they can feel a bit stuffy. Reunion's pastries are good, though I wish they had more French-inspired things like pain au chocolat, croissants, or even soft cinnamon rolls, but I feel they excel more at the breads side of baking. I got a mini sourdough loaf once and it was excellent! Service is always friendly and happy, and the shop itself is cute, but there isn't much space inside. I'm all for tables outside, but there's not much real estate there either, especially on a busy morning. I think a small adjustment to flow could make it easily sit a couple cafe tables inside without it feeling so crowded. I just miss the days of being able to hang out and have good coffee and snacks while doing some work on a laptop. Seems like most businesses would rather have you out the door instead. I have high standards for bakeries and cafes, and Reunion meets most of them. They're now my favorite place to go in the mornings in Staunton... if they're open. I would go there much more often if I could actually eat my breakfast there instead of having to get back in my car or sit in the blistering summer heat.

The Starbucks in Stuart's Draft is open for business!! They were amazing and friendly. I typically…read moreorder macchiato's but got the Caramel Burlee Latte, it was a nice sweet drink. This location is big and does offer plenty of parking and a drive thru. If you're interested in getting some merchandise or cups, they have a great selection. I really hope this location does super well, the staff was so kind!!

Poor customer service. They mess up orders consistently and instead of owning up to their…read moremistakes, they shift the blame to you or somebody else involved on their own staff. They are consistently out of items that are "available" on the app, but when you go to pick up your order, "Oh, we ran out of that." If you really have to go to the restroom, be prepared to buy a $10 latte because the restrooms are labeled for paying customers only. I hate to write negative reviews, but if I didn't post this, I would be doing my fellow customers a disservice.

There is a temptation on every shelf. My favorite are the cinnamon rolls. They are nice and…read moreeverything is well priced for the quality you get.

Really incredible. Peter the owner was responsive to emails, my request for a different cake style…read moreand my timeline. The layered cake turned out perfectly and was BEYOND delicious. We used our wedding flowers to complete the cake. Miller's is outstanding!

Seriously a hidden gem! We attempted to go to breakfast across the street and it was mobbed, so we…read morewent across the street here. It's hidden in the plaza and was not crowded at all. They have scones and muffins on display, as well as quiche and some pies, and a few other savory breakfast and lunch items. They also have a huge cheesecake listing that gives the Cheesecake Factory a run for its money. I got the bacon Swiss quiche. It was delicious! It had a ton of seasoning that was almost pizza like, with oregano. The owner is very nice. There's not a lot of seating inside but there are tables outside.

Sweet Bliss Bakery is located down a little alley besides the IGA. It isn't easy to find, and it…read moreis easy to miss in the plazas sign. But, it's worth it. I wandered in here because of the excessive lines across the street on Mother's day. It is a smaller bakery, though they have an amazing selection of cheesecake. I grabbed a muffin and a tea, while my wife got a quiche. The muffin was good. They've got an interesting selection of teas, which was fun -- I got a black tea, Scottish breakfast, which tasted just like English breakfast. Everything was good, the staff are friendly, there's no wait, and the prices are good. Find the place.

You go here for the friendly customer service, great tasting coffee and bright and open atmosphere…read more I also discovered that they make tasty sandwiches. BBQ Turkey sandwich on your choice of bagels was unique and flavorful. The sauce is light, creamy and full of taste along with a generous addition of smooth and crunchy onions. I want this sandwich again. (Don't forget to pickup some housemade pastries as you exit.)

Had a bacon egg n cheese bagel this morning at PP. it's was very good and filling along with a…read morepeppermint and regular coffee. It's was also very good. Would recommend this restaurant again .

I first saw this sweet little farm advertised in a Virginia magazine and decided to follow them on…read moreIG. Who doesn't love a place that mills their own flour for their baked goods? Chef's kiss. My husband and I traveled 3 hours to come here specifically for their March Bread Day, which featured pizza. Wowza, did it impress! We placed our order on arrival for our pizzas (45 minute wait, baked with love) and wandered the property with our pup and grabbed some seasonal lattes. Their vanilla rose latte was perfection! Now, onto the pizzas. These are good enough to be in any ritzy downtown Italian restaurant. Absolutely delicious. We ordered one with basil and one with pepperoni. They definitely could have poured on the basil, as there was really only sprinkles here and there. But, still good! We also pre-ordered goods that we picked up from their bread barn and got a croissant, breakfast cake and blueberry muffin to go. All delicious! The croissant you could have found in a Parisian bakery! I wish these guys were closer, but know the people of Raphine have found a gem at Seasons Yield!

Never tried the bread because product ingredients, the croissants for example, are not disclosed on…read morethe site. I wrote to ask for details and was directed to view the website. Replied that I tried that and the ingredients are not listed. Was ignored from there. NO thanks.