Natural State Roasters - Russellville
"People First. Then Coffee." Established in 2018.
This was such a nice experience coffee shop with friendly staff, cozy atmosphere and local art throughout.
I came in here for few hours to get work done. I ordered small drip coffee, S'Mores Bar and ice water. My total cost was reasonable, $7.47. Their drip coffee was bold, rich and flavorful. I had to get another cup. S'Mores bar was really good, rich with marshmallows and chocolate chunks. It was so good and rich, I could only eat half and took the rest home. They offer a unique large variety of drinks menu for you to try, as well as, pastries.
STAFF:
The staff were friendly and helpful. They greeted each guest and said, "Thank you for coming in," to those who stayed awhile and departed. They did an excellent job keeping the space clean.
ATMOSPHERE:
The space was really nice, cozy and enjoyable with unique furniture pieces. In the middle of the room they have a very unique, large wooden table with medal foundation that I personally fell in love with. It can sit up to ten people. It reminded me of a Restoration Hardware store.
They have beautiful light brown leather lounge chairs and a beautiful large leather couch. They also offer four blue leather chairs. Against the windows you have additional seating to catch up on work, study or catch up with friends and family. You will find bar-like seating with beautiful modern light fixtures above it.
When you walk in, to the left and right side of the entrance you can find variety of packaged specialty coffees and jars of honey, as well as, other merchandise. The merchandise shelves are made of real wood and stained, adding to the true nature of the coffee shop name.
WiFi worked good and the music was good too. On the wall where you place your order they have a large mural of a coffee maker, painted by a local artist. This artist also has a wall of art towards the back of the coffee shop that is for sale. The interior space from the outside of the building may look like a small coffee shop, but it's more spacious than what the outside shows.
EXTERIOR:
They do have a Drive-Thru. The parking lot I'd have to say is somewhat limited in the front. You do have a small parking lot in the back of the building.
OVERALL:
I really enjoyed my stay here and when I travel back in town, I'd love to stop by here again. If you prefer supporting local businesses, this would be a great place. There is a new Starbucks nearby, but I chose this place and I'm glad I did. It's nice to come to a local coffee shop where baristas don't sound like robots or becoming part of the corporate human algorithm. Coming here, feels like how you should feel, "People First. Then Coffee." read more