Seed Coffee is my go-to spot to get work done. It's in a repurposed old church, so there's so much…read morespace--perfect whether you want a quiet corner or a big table to spread out. What makes it even better is their mission. They partner with coffee growers in places like Haiti and invest back into those communities, so your coffee is actually doing some good too. Food and drinks are also on point. The "Mamba" is a spicy peanut butter spread on a bagel--simple but so good and a little different. I also loved the orange popsicle matcha--super refreshing and just fun. Great coffee, great space, and a spot you can feel good about supporting.

Adorable place! Lots of drink options and I like that they have a second room. Not a fan of how…read morepacked it gets with college students but that's really the only con. I can't say their coffee is memorable but it's never been disappointing. However, I have heard that their matcha isn't the greatest.

I don't know what a Capybara is, but the coffee tastes good, is reasonably priced, and they have…read moreexcellent service with a lot of smiles. It is a clean well lit cafe. It is tastefully decorated. The ambience is good - not to quiet but quiet enough to get some laptop ping done - as evidenced by the good groups of patrons.

Leticia Fernandez is the owner of this place and she is the rudest person I have ever met. This…read morecoffee shop is right next to where I would park to get to class so sometimes I would stop in to get a coffee on the way or sit and get coffee and study. Today I was sitting in there doing studying at eating some food I had with me and drinking water. I was panning on ordering an iced chai after I finished my water I just wanted to get through drinking it first. That's when Leticia Fernandez came up to me and said I had to buy something then and I was being rude (I had literally only been in there for 5 minutes). I told her I had been planning on it and showed her my capybara points that showed I was a semi regular customer. She scoffed at me saying "some people have way more" She then said she saw me eating sushi from Publix once there (let me tell you this was on their patio for 5 minutes max and no one was out there and it's a public space) Being in a college area where UTK students find places to sit and study should be expected and when I've literally spent so much money on their overpriced coffee there I would expect to be treated with respect. Well now I have no respect for this business and lady it was not me being rude it was you. If I you as a customer are not wanting to get berated and called rude by a passive aggressive money hungry lady then do not go here. Do not support Leticia Fernandez's business because she is a greedy owner. I guess I will never get an iced chai from here again, oh well it wasn't even that good anyway there's plenty of coffe stores better than them in Knox.Oh also she said I was taking up space at a table and they have a crowded atmosphere when there were still many tables open and it's not my fault you set up the space the way you did, what's even crazier is that I was going to pay for an expensive coffee from them until she berated me. Don't go here go to k brew Knox! Way better people, atmosphere, and coffee! Or seed coffee, or awaken, or coffee and chocolate!

This is a chill spot and I just wanted to have a few bowls of Kava. Everyone was very friendly and…read morechatted with lots of people while I was visiting.

Noble Kava was amazing! The lady behind the counter was so sweet and helped us with our Kava. She…read moreanswered all questions we had! There is so much room in the building that it's great for a whole group or an individual! The Kava itself is an experience. It's tastes pretty bad. It's very relaxing though.

Remedy is always a great study and work spot! However, bring headphones cause it is one large open…read morespace! The large windows and bright light by the front really helps me focus. They are often busy and today was no exception. Yet, the staff was very patient and friendly! I had no issues whatsoever. The coffee was delicious and the perfect temp (no lukewarm warm coffee here). The one downside can be the parking. Its street parking only and it fills up fast. It can be a little bit of a walk but not bad! There is accessible handicap parking near the entrance though. I hope you enjoy!

Did the job for a WFCoffeeshop while I was in town…read more I got the Pink Water Skooma (peppercorn, orange blossom, and honey) with oatmilk. It was good, didn't blow me away. I will say though, I loved the open area and the WiFi.

Fantastic stop this morning on the way to the office…read more Grabbed a vanilla bean latte and a prosciutto and Gruyère croissant and both were ready in a few minutes.

I visited this café on a really cold day. I was disappointed by a coffee shop around the corner…read morethat ran out of coffee beans and had a horrible snobby attitude, so I wanted to check out what they had at Old City Java. Not only did they have a great selection of espresso beans, the barista was happy to educate me on the different options. I also got a dark chocolate bar made in Asheville that was absolutely fantastic! My hot Cortado to go was delicious and high on the caffeine side. (My favorite!!) There is adequate seating for studying, working, or chatting with friends and the atmosphere is warm and relaxing with good WiFi. They have several family style restrooms that are easy to access. The only challenge is that parking can be difficult, but it's inner city....what did I expect? The barista was super fast and had an amazing attitude. I will 100% be back!

Great coffee. Nice staff. Chill location. They have a great variety of coffee and goodies.read more

This was my last stop in Knoxville for some fuel before I went home. This is a cute little…read morecoffeeshop in a scenic part of town. It has nice large windows that overlook the street and seems like a great place to hang out and get some work done. Parking is a little bit of a struggle but it's to be expected in a denser area like this. I got their speciality honey bear latte iced. It was prepared quickly and was super yummy! The cinnamon and honey flavor was sweet and strong and it had a great ratio of coffee to milk. Would happily order again! My one complaint is service was kind of...icy? I dunno, the barista never approached or asked if I had any questions and just generally gave the vibe that she'd rather not be helping me. It didn't feel very welcoming, but she wasn't outright rude, either. Still, coffee is the most important thing, and in that regard they absolutely delivered!

Situated perfectly a few doors down from Bear Den Books, Treetop is both a mobile coffee truck…read more(we've seen them out-and-about around town) and this brick and mortar awesomeness. Inside, it has a touch of 70's flair and midcentury pizzazz in a small but serene space. Seating is limited, with a few cozy seating spots and many bar seats and low-top tables. The wi-fi was rockin' and many outlets being put to good, techie use. The barista warmly greeted us and quickly got to work with our creations-a cold brew and a hot latte. There is a $1 upgrade for dairy alternatives and any sugar and sweetener is in a self-serve area, not added into the drink (although the barista asked me if that's okay, thus, I think she would have added if I preferred that). They have sugar and stevia, as an FYI for anyone who wants/needs a different option. They have a few baked treats and a few seasonal coffee flavors and add-in flavors and beyond that, the drink menu is simplistic. My latte was the creamiest, foamiest latte in all the land. The coffee itself was a touch more bitter than we like but we were able to doctor it up nicely with stevia. Cute spot with a lovely view of the surrounding, scenic neighborhood.

Our order: seasonal latte and cold brew…read more I typically am not one for foam but this latte got me. Beyond its beautiful aesthetics, the milky layer provided a rich and nutty sweetness that complemented the dark and earthy tones of the espresso. The cold brew was quite the adventure, taking in every layer, one at a time. What started out as subtle sweetness quickly turned into a cacao aroma and ended at citrus tartness. Small but mighty brick and mortar shop in a quaint neighborhood across from a church and lined with other local businesses. Bar stools, lounge chair, work bench, they've got it all. Certainly a hidden gem in residential Knoxville. So glad we stopped by!

I enjoyed my brief visit to this coffee shop! It's right on the edge of downtown. I was coming from…read moreGatlinburg and just wanted a London fog latte so I came and got one. It wasn't as sweet as I expected (like if you order at Starbucks for eg) but the ambiance inside is excellent - they have tables and regular chairs but also couches and big soft chairs. I sat in a big soft chair and was very comfortable! They also have two clean bathrooms, i changed in there after hiking. There weren't enough hanging pegs but they were spacious so still good enough. The staff up front were quick and helpful! No trouble there. And there were a decent number of parking spots out back - that said, by the time I left, the lot was completely full. Not sure where else you could park in the area. Overall, if passing and needing a rest I would rec this spot! But I would try ordering something else besides a London fog ;)

Local coffee shop in a neat little neighborhood, I stopped in to Honeybee and spent the first half…read moreof my Friday morning here as my "office." It's a comfy space though a little small and by 10:00, it was starting to get crowded with laptop folks. I took that as my cue and headed onwards. But first, there was coffee (a cortado that was more like a flat white) and a bunch of time on their wifi. There is a parking lot in the back. If it's full there, it will be full inside. [Review 1193 of 2024 - 509 in Tennessee - 22216 overall]

The food was great and so was the coffee. The service is always friendly. The Italian club bagel…read moresandwich is soooo good

I stopped in quickly to grab a bag of coffee to bring home to Nate while I was in Knoxville for…read morework. You get a free cup of drip coffee with purchases of bags of coffee, which is really cool. I liked the brew they offered that day - it was pretty smooth and tasty. I'm not a huge coffee drinker, but I can't pass up free stuff! The employee who helped me was super friendly and asked if I needed the coffee ground. They also have some food options like bagel sandwiches. The atmosphere is fun as it's in the lobby of a hotel and the light fixture/structure is very impressive. I liked this little spot and Nate loved his coffee.

Can not say enough good things about there cinnamon vanilla latte. It is always so good. I have…read morebeen to this location and get it as UT business school as well it is always so good. Hands down my best latte you need to try.

Am I snobby about my coffee? Maybe I am, because I have yet to find coffee that makes me crave it…read morebefore the store is even open. K Brew was a very delightful space, filled with friendly baristas and patrons. I guess I'd come back and try some of the other drinks, and grab one of the tasty bagel sandwiches before I'd really write this place off. That being said, I ordered 2 sweet foam cold brews. The foam to cold brew ratio was off from the beginning, and I wished for more coffee than cold foam, but it was still rather acidic to me. Don't hate me for saying this, but I'd rather drink coffee from the Keurig than dish out the $15 I paid for two lack luster beverages. Don't shoot the messenger, maybe it's better on other days.