Like food, there are things you eat or drink that you remember, which stays with you because of how good it was, and those become the baseline for the bar future things should meet in order to be held to that same standard of quality. I've had good coffee, great coffee, exceptional coffee, mediocre coffee, and questionable things called "coffee". O'Henry's on Highlands is a standard small coffee shop inside, nice ambience, cute. Staff is friendly for the most part. Has usual stuff like food/pastries, etc. While all nice, the one thing I've never liked was their coffee. It's standard tasting, basic B level, and when i'm in the area and have to have a coffee right now, I end up ordering a flavored coffee there, because it masks the lack of flavor of their actual coffee, which is what I really wanted in the first place. If you are an average Joe and just want a cup of coffee and there happens to be coffee shop you're parked next to, O'Henry's will do the job. But if you're looking for a great cup of coffee or even a good cup of coffee, don't bother coming there, because you won't find it, sadly. Scale of one to ten- Shop itself: 8, Coffee: 3-4 read more

Awesome coffee shop. The Highland Park neighborhood is one of my favorite spots to hang out in Birmingham. Beautiful tree-lined streets, lots of doggos. Minimal indoor seating, probably about 10 chairs here, and a few more tables out on the sidewalk. I tried the conecuh cheddar biscuit. They heated it for me. It was wonderfully moist and flavorful. If you're a fan of conecuh like me, it's delicious. Also tried the blueberry muffin and it was very moist, good flavor, but light on the blueberries. I want to try the morning glory muffin next time. The coffee here is great by my non-snob, bean-uneducated standards. I had a honey cinnamon latte, as recommended by the wonderful two baristas. They were great to talk to, told me their favs, cracked some jokes, and I left giggling. Hehehe. Something about this place makes me feel like I'm Zooey Deschanel in a twee coat on a rainy day in Portland. read more

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This is a cozy little coffee shop in a very beautiful Birmingham neighborhood. It's nestled away from the hustle of the city activity so it's a very relaxed atmosphere. When you step into the shop you feel as if you've been transported back in time. The decor is old English and has a historic feel to it. There are many flavors and variations of coffee available to choose from. The baristas were so knowledgeable about the products and were eager to make suggestions when needed. There are several seats inside as well as tables outside to sit and study alone or enjoy a coffee with friends. There is a Mexican restaurant right next door that has super fast service and good food, along with spirits. Disclosure: one of the baristas at O'Henry's is my son. I realize I am biased in saying that he is very personable, has great energy and makes the best iced lattes! Aaliyah was working alongside Garrett the day I came in and upon asking about the blueberry iced latte, she shared that she had made herself and white chocolate iced blueberry latte and really enjoyed it. So I ordered that very drink and it was DELICIOUS! I always want to give honest reviews with integrity. With that being said, I forewarned my son that I would have to take one star off the review for the lack of more cleanliness in the shop. The mirrors behind the coffee syrups were dirty and the wooden mantel needed to be dusted. Aside from that, I absolutely loved everything about my first visit at O'Henry's and definitely recommend it! read more

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Great service and beverages! Lots of drinks and snack items.... Good atmosphere Convenient parking read more

This is a great location with a beautiful park across the street. They have a few tables outside and a few inside where you can sit and enjoy your coffee or pastry. Street parking is available, but depending on the day, it can be difficult to find a parking place. I was meeting my son for final wedding details at the Donnelly House which is in walking distance, and I arrived 30 minutes early. I was looking for a place to wait, and was initially considering not going to O'Henry's because I'm not a fan of coffee. I decided to visit anyway, and the baristas behind the counter were very helpful helping me navigate the menu for a non-coffee option. Per their suggestion, I decided on the frozen mocha creme, and even decided to add whipped cream, and what a lot of whipped cream it was!! I always say, "If you aren't going to go big then go home." This made it extra delicious, and I recommend that all non-coffee drinkers try it. Great place and great service!! read more

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Most of the time I go it's a good vibe. Sometimes they'll burn your coffee and their pastries are very clearly not made in house. Nothing is necessarily bad though. I wouldn't go here if you're a coffee snob. Also I've only had bad service one time and the dude kinda looked like he was in a terrible mood. read more

Absolutely terrible service. I came in for a simple bread, coffee in this place was so slow, the service was absolutely absolutely rude and Coffee was average. Place was even dirty considering it's only 8AM in the morning when I arrived. I wanted this to be a great coffee shop. Find to tell others about but sadly it's gonna stop here for me. I think this great potential here, but it was definitely lost on me. read more

Get there early and the muffins are still warm. My favorites is Chocolate Cappuccino or Lemon Poppy Seed. Lots of people order the oatmeal, but I can't get past the muffins. Any drink will satisfy. Their coffee is excellent, and they always have medium and dark roast options. For decaf, you wait for the pour over brewing method, which feels like it takes 10 minutes, which probably means it takes 3-5. Their tea comes from another local company, Piper. Ask the barista what they are drinking lately. It's how I found the strawberry and green tea mixture. Yes, you can ask for a combination. Cold brew, seasonal drinks, Chai. You name it, they serve it. (probably true but I don't know what you're after so don't hold me to it!) There's one big clean bathroom in the back. Only 2 tables inside right now. Staff where masks, some customers don't. Outside seating is ample, plus Rushton Park is across the street! Parking is limited, but spots open frequently unless it's lunchtime or brunchtime Tuesday through Sunday when Rojo is hoppin' next door. For the record, Rojo loves it when you support O'Henrys, Laney herself commented on my Rojo review, it's why Rojo doesn't bother making good coffee. They want you to order your coffee next door. Here's to local businesses supporting one another :) read more

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I love this O'Henry's location. Always willing to make the drinks I ask about, even if it's a weird syrup combo (I mix odd flavors). Lots of variety and nice staff. One time I went very close to close (and did not realize until after I left) and they were still extremely nice. read more

Just had my first truly bad experience here and I've been going here a while as I live around the corner. I have liked having a cafe on the corner but it's becoming irrelevant now. The customer service was sub par and so was the coffee. And the muffin tasted store bought. I don't know if that has changed but I was under the impression that the muffins were made fresh. Customer service : I suppose this young lady was training and I ordered a blueberry cold brew half sweet. The trainee proceeded to have a dispute with the cashier about how to make my drink. So I said hey I'll just have a regular cold brew large please. Things got weird. They both seemed offended I changed my order and I just said hey no big deal I just changed my mind. I wonder how the management structure is at a place like this. For a while it was the same friendly and professional staff. But I guess these days it's hard to hold on to anyone who has a sense about serving the public. I don't know. But, after feeling like I had intruded by buying a coffee here the coffee tasted like absolute crap. Tasted like dishwater. I'm at home writing this and still haven't finished it. Probably won't. A waste of a few bucks and I won't return any time soon. read more

Food and Coffee is good, but if you're going to sit down and try to get work done, chat with a friend or make a phone call forget it. It's a small space and you'll have to listen to the baristas chatter on about sex, sex, and also sex. Who's having it, who wants it, who she plans to give it to, and how it compares to previous sex other people had. There's so much gossip from the baristas it might as well be a bar at midnight, but without any alcohol. I get it employees need to talk about stuff but show some awareness of your workplace and respect for the customers who actually keep the lights on in your shop. Never seen this attitude at any other cafe, where they treat work like their personal pow-wow. They're oblivious to the presence of anyone beside themselves. read more

Local neighborhood coffee shop in highland park I often come in to grab a cup of joe or a mocha. The staff is always friendly and the wait is never too long. There are seats available also, so you can do some work while here or read or whatever. Not a big space like some coffee shops but sufficient. The snickerdoodle mocha with whip cream is my favorite. read more

Some of the best coffee in the area! Seasonal drinks make it fun to go back and try something different!

I love this location - The coffee and food are delicious and sitting outside is always peaceful - I recommend the honey cinnamon latte! read more

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I love their coffee and last week I went in and received 5 star service!! I don't remember her name but she had red hair or strawberry blonde.... she was very engaging and very friendly !!! However , this morning I went in and the young lady was NOT friendly AT ALL.... and was short and snippy when I asked her a couple of questions Despite this I left her a tip because she obviously needs her job... but she may want to be a little friendlier and act like she needs her job Thanks!!! read more

O'Henry's Coffee is a cozy place to stop for your morning caffeine and to linger for a while. The baristas are friendly and kind, and the coffee is hot and tasty. Ample parking is available out front. Pull up a chair and stay a while. read more

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2nd time being treated in a disrespectful manner. Staff deliberately avoided waiting on me. When I reminded her that she may have looked over me it was not met with an apology. It seems that this privately owned coffee shop is steeped in dishing out micro aggressions. I will never return here!! Please Starbucks open a shop in Highland Park, Birmingham, Al. read more

I love the coffee at O'Henry's, so this review is more about the location. For someone like me who truly uses a coffee shop to study or work, this location is probably the LEAST conducive for those activities. EXTREMELY tiny and truly is only for the neighborhood folks who drop in for a quick morning coffee to go. I only spied ONE electrical outlet and for me that adds to whether or not it's useful for work or studying. The tables are small rounders, which means there's no room to spread out. There is only one table for a group in the back of the store. And by group I mean 3-4 people, but that's it. I think I counted 5 tables? A group of about EIGHT young women came in and they all had to stand or sit on the floor, except 2. Needless to say it made the space around me really crowded and it got dark because the group blocked the light! Lol, It was a little too chilly to sit outside. So, nothin against the coffee. I just wanted to make sure that people don't show up expecting a large area for work or study. This is not that place. But it's a great shop for the area. read more

Turmeric tea was wonderful. Special summer drink that was perfect for a warm Saturday morning. Sat outside with a friend of mine and enjoyed the scenic view of the park across the street. Very cute neighborhood. Friendly staff, quick service. read more

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I am so ecstatic that the Highland area finally has a coffee shop. I felt like that was the only thing missing in such a quaint, dog-friendly community. The baristas are friendly, and the shop is cozy with coffee, tea, and souvenir items for sale. There is indoor and outdoor seating. I ordered the dark roast of the day, Tanzania Peaberry, and my boyfriend got the regular roast of the day (I don't recall the name) and a slice of strawberry cake. I'm a die-had fan of the Edgar's Bakery strawberry cake, but this one is sitting up top on that list with Edgar's now! Give it a try. The dark roast was perfection in my book- I love my coffee strong and black. I'm thinking about trying a few more roasts before committing to buying myself my own bag of Tanzania though. I love that, since having a friend who lives right around the corner, taking a stroll to grab a cup of coffee there is an enjoyable start to a day. Even if you have to drive, bring your pup, park, and grab a cup and enjoy a nice stroll around the neighborhood. Needless to say, I will be back! read more

O'Henry's Coffee - Dark Tanzania Peaberry roast with a slice of strawberry cake. - Bakeries Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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This is by far my favorite place to drink coffee and enjoy the sights and sounds of highlands in Birmingham. It's a really beautiful area and with Rojo next door, it's an easy stop and rest point. O'Henry's has the best coffee in town and it's easy to see why they just celebrated 25 years in business! read more

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Love this place!! Ambiance is amazing -- if you are looking to take a step away from the crowded city streets you can drive into Highland park and get some delicious coffee/tea! I personally get the iced coffee every time and am never disappointed. Refreshing and bursting with the perfect roasted flavor. I love how you can sit outside or if you want you can take it to go and walk around the park across the street! There are sidewalks all through highland so it is the perfect place to grab a coffee or tea and take a stroll. Plus they have piper and leaf tea and use locally grown oats :) read more

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My go-to place for coffee in the Highland park area. Staff has always been super friendly, prompt and great at making their coffee and espresso drinks. Assortment of baked goods includes some day-olds and as well as fresh muffin, scones and cookies. They also have a collection of refrigerated goods, including yogurt and cakes. Interior ambiance is quaint and quiet, perhaps a little bit on the small side but I've seen that to be an issue as it's never particularly crowded. This also comes with a nice exterior seating area that's great in the mornings before the heat kicks in. read more

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Always love O'Henrys. Great coffee, great service, and great food. I've only had good times here and would recommend it to nearly everyone. read more

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Absurdly enough, coming from someone who barely drinks coffee, I love that there is finally a coffeehouse in this neighborhood! What a complement to the area. Popped in here after dinner at Rojo. This O'Henry's location is pretty tiny, with tables just on one side of the space. The baristas that helped us were polite and nice young men. Lots of drink options. My 12 ounce decaf coffee set me back $2.51. So not exactly super piggy bank friendly. The sweet treats looked tantalizingly tempting, but I used every last gram of willpower to resist. I'll have to give in another time. Pleasant, homey atmosphere for sitting and chatting with your pals. Bathroom was tidy. If you are not Christian, you may feel a little weird upon seeing Bible Bars at the counter and a cross on the wall. The coffee scents must really be strong! My purse smelled like coffee upon later examination. read more

O'Henry's never disappoints! Some of the best coffee in Birmingham and a great location next to Rojo on Highland Ave. I appreciate that they've continued to serve curbside during COVID. Staff is always friendly and the atmosphere is great. Whenever I'm around the Highland Park area, O'Henry's is my go to. read more

This is probably my favorite O'Henry's location. Located in the heart of Highland Park, it's ideal to grab a coffee and a seat outside and enjoy a sunny afternoon or stary night. You could even grab a bite to eat at Rojo before and then travel next door to O'Henry's and finish off your meal with a coffee and dessert. It's just a feel good place with great coffee, tea and company. It's a place you can come and chill and think or meet a couple of friends and make some memories. read more

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My wife and I buy all of our coffee here...we love it! I would give it 5 stars, but it can get a little crowded right outside/inside due to the size of the store. I 100% recommend grabbing a coffee here, and crossing the street to enjoying drinking it in the park! read more

I have always been a fan of O'Henrys but if have to say I love this location. Tucked away in Highland Park and not crazy crowded. Great place to enjoy your coffee outside on a pretty day. Bring your dog and enjoy. read more

I can always count on a good experience at this O Henrys. Besides their muffins being so popular and good that they sell out fast sometimes that would be the only complaint you will have from me. Taylor is my favorite staff member of this location. She is always very nice,customer oriented,and explains things without having to ask. All of the staff have been very helpful and every single time they need to re-brew something they don't make it seem like a burden. They are happy to help and want you to have good coffee. The coffee: I don't need to say much because it speaks for itself it is my FAVORITE in town. Not just this location but all of them. They roast their own beans and always feature about 4 kinds per day. It is like Christmas when I go in because I never know which blend I get to try that day:) Muffins: AWESOME. It really shows they use fresh ingredients. The lemon poppy seed actually tastes like lemon,don't even make me talk about the chocolate mocha because I will go drive down there now to get it, the blueberry could use more berries in it but it's still good, and the glorious morning muffin is truly glorious to bite into! Go here!! read more

Pros: Uncomplicated coffee Affordable Friendly baristas Clean bathroom Nice outdoor seating- shady Great place to study or work on the free wifi Cons: Nothing Try the pecan coffee during the Fall season....it's perfect to sip outside on a crisp morning. read more

O'Henry's Coffee - Enjoying a cup of regular coffee outside - Bakeries Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

The break up cookie! Enough said! Do not leave without one! Perfect salty and sweet cookie! One of my favorites!

I'm doing laundry next door and decided to go in for a coffee while I wait and I stood at the counter for at least five minutes without an acknowledgement of "I'll be right with you, etc..." the two baristas looked my way and kept making drinks (they weren't that busy btw) I would not recommend this location. If you want business you acknowledge who is standing in front of you even if you can't help them at the moment. Had I been acknowledged I would have gladly waited. read more

This place is within walking distance from my house. I love walking here with my pup and sitting on the porch. I'm giving this place 3 stars solely on the drip coffee (I mean it's a coffee shop right?) It's not the best coffee. It's not very flavorful and the "dark" roast is very light. They have about 30 kinds behind the bar for you to grind and take home but I don't know if they would be any better based on what I tasted. HOWEVER, they have great service and yummy treats from a local baker. Try the strawberry cake that everyone talks about!y read more

oh, ohenrys. i would like to start off by saying, if i could have a candle that smells like anything i would want it to smell like ohenrys. the moment you walk in the aroma of freshly brewed coffee hits you and it truly is magical. there is nothing quite like a good cup of coffee and ohenrys has perfected this. the employees' interactions are so welcoming and the coffee never ever has disappointed me. particularly the highland park location has become my favorite due to the surrounding atmosphere which is ideal especially in the fall. moral of the story, i love ohenrys and hope the world can experience ohenrys and love it as much as i do. read more

Yes, Mom. I have a keurig that makes perfectly acceptable coffee at home for the fraction of the cost as coffee shops. But sometimes you just want someone else to make your coffee, and I feel pretty lucky to live within walking distance to O'Henrys. I met a friend Saturday morning for a cup o' Joe. Tables outside were full, but inside was empty (and much cooler). I didn't venture out when picking coffee, but do yourself a favor and stop by when you're in the neighborhood. Friendly folks behind the counter, good coffee, and chic environment. Five stars from me! read more

O Henrys is great and always good but I feel like I bought a bag of Lays.. half air, half chips! read more

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I love coming here in the mornings to do my homework. They change the daily coffees consistently, so I always have something new to try. The space is a little small, so if there are a lot of people, you may not be able to find suitable seating. I would give this place 5 stars, but the wifi can be a little finicky, which is disappointing for a coffee/study place. On the bright side, the coffee is always amazing. I like to take my coffee with just a little bit of milk and nothing else so the flavor of the bean is extremely important to me. However, there is something for everyone here because they make these decadent frappuccinos as well. read more

Went here to grab coffee before heading to the dog park. I love that it is dog friendly, and they have dog bowls of water out front. The inside is very cozy, with an old coffee house/bookstore feel. read more

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I would love to give this location 5 stars, since I love the coffee, when it is made correctly. However, the service has something lacking, especially since Doe Run is no longer there. I would like to preface this with the fact that Gary is fantastic. He makes the best cappuccino ever, and is very efficient in everything he does. When he works with the other baristas, they hardly make mistakes. It is when he is not around that the issues happen. My complaint is mainly about one barista, the young woman with the short hair, whose left arm is now broken. She was actually worse at her job before the broken arm. My first experience with her, she dropped the muffin I ordered on the floor, due to trying to throw it into a bag(again, before her broken arm.) It was the last muffin, and she looked at me and said whoops! She then proceeded to mock me, and stated, "Wow, looks like I just ruined your day." Yes, actually, you kinda did. I've had various encounters with her since. She always somehow manages to make a mistake with my order. I don't know how someone can mess up an iced soy latte, but she always manages to do it. And she always states, "Oh, I didn't hear you." One of the biggest issues to her working when Gary isn't around, is that she plays the music full blast. No wonder she can't hear anyone's orders. I wouldn't be leaving this review if it wasn't for what occurred 30 minutes ago. This barista is working (9/13/15 at 4:30 pm), with a newer barista- the guy with the fedora, brown hair and glasses. Music, of course, on full blast. I ordered an ICED maple cinnamon latte with soy milk. $5.71. My boyfriend orders a 20 oz cappuccino. The fedora barista makes my latte, not iced. I told him I ordered it iced. As he is remaking it, he turns to my boyfriend and says, "so did you want yours iced too?" in a very rude tone. My boyfriend said no, just regular. I'm handed my iced latte- now without soy milk. My boyfriend is handed a 16 oz cappuccino. He paid over $7, but we just decided to leave. Enough is enough. I stop by this coffee shop every morning for a latte and muffin, but until something is done about this particular barista (broke arm), I will make my own coffee and muffins. I could sure do with saving some money, and wouldn't have to deal with the attitude and mistakes. I know Gary can't work all the time, but he is surely missed when he isn't there. I can't be the only person who has complaints about this particular employee. This place should take care of the customers needs, instead of worrying about themselves, their music, and attitudes. read more