Otherlands is definitely something special- that you can tell just by looking at it. The coffee house is quirky and inviting with its use of mismatched tables and chairs, funky artwork, and strange knickknacks. The building is actually quite large, including multiple rooms (one where you order with tables and chairs, a sun room, and a cozy room with couches are all available). For food and beverages I ordered the "Souths greatest" cinnamon toast, and a strawberry- banana- apple smoothie. The smoothie was blended to perfection, and the toast truly was the greatest. In contrast, my friend had the breakfast burrito, which smelled and tasted delicious. To top it all off, the prices were reasonable and it wasnt far out of the cooper- young downtown area. read more

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The people at the counter aren't always friendly and today couldn't figure out how to charge me for the pot of tea I ordered and originally tried to charge me 6 dollars for something that costs less than 2 on the menu. Super disappointed in that not only was the "pot" of tea a mere cup of tea, it wasn't even loose leaf just a bag of some random green tea that tasted terrible. The ambience indoors is quirky and has a few different options including larger tables for study groups. This was in stark contrast to my first visit with a delightful handmade chai and a sweet patio which I totally would have gone for a 4.5 star. Today's mediocre experience put it at more a 3.5 average. read more

I used to love this place when I was younger, before I realized what good coffee tastes like. I've had a lot of cold brew coffees, and theirs tasted just like drip coffee to me. The atmosphere is kinda fun, and eclectic, but it can be dirty at times. I agree with what a lot of other people say about the staff. They seem to not care that much about customers, like we're inconveniencing them by wanting to order something. I loved many things about this place when I was younger, but these days this place is a last resort for me. There are several other places I would rather spend my money and time. read more

I really enjoy checking out different coffee shops, and this one is a keeper. Big patio with plenty of seating, tons of seating inside as well as lots of choices. I got a mocha latte (my tried and true yummy coffee choice). Pros: lots of artwork, artsy furniture, plenty of seating, priced decently, great place to get lost in your own thoughts, chat with friends, read, or study Con: kind of overwhelming at first because there were a lot of people there. I started to sit on the patio, but there were a few people smoking, so I went back inside. parking horrible for someone who is not used to the city (the parking lot is small and the spaces are slanted, so I had to back out all through the parking lot.) I would still come here due to the atmosphere. Perhaps I should get better at parking in the city. read more

A classic Memphis coffee experience! There are lots of local coffee shops around these days, but for a few years there was a big local coffee drought, and this was one of the few that has consistently stuck around. It's got the most "midtown" vibe you can imagine. It's just - midtowny. I love the coffee drinks and the cinnamon toast! And it's a good place to read or study since there are lots of different places to sit down and spread out. read more

The coffee freeze is killer. Tasted like desert in a caffeinated chilled form. The service was lovely & quick along side small talk (which I love) & smiles. read more

We went to this place to see a friends band Small place, no matching cups, everyone knows everyone. It's more about the atmosphere then quality. Great experience, nice place. Yes they serve beer. read more

Great locale with multiple options for comfortable sitting, study sitting, and people-watching ... and, the coffee is really good! You must like the Midtown, 20-yr-old-girl-smoker barrista and an odd ball or two, but for sure the most long-standing reliable coffeeshop in town. Love. If you're looking for cheaper, Starbucks will win, but the people here make it a destination well worth the extra 20 cents. read more

Nice and inexpensive coffee place. Love there size small mugs. It's just the right amount of coffee. First time there, sat outside and too many people were smoking so didn't really make it pleasant for me. However still a good place and will go back to sit inside. The food menu sounded delicious so will have to try it. read more

Otherlands - Cafe latte and Hot chocolate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

I would first like to state that I am not a fan of coffee. That being said, when I ordered my drink, I did not realize I would literally be ordering an actual shot of bitterness. Regardless, I drank my friend's drink to make up for my lack of coffee knowledge and really enjoyed his drink! The atmosphere here is really tight and clustered but it gives a home-y feel. read more

I always enjoy Otherlands, whether it's for an early morning cup of coffee, an informal business meeting, or for the weekend $5 concerts promoted by James Manning. Karen, the owner, has created a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere with a deck, large room with unmatched tables and chairs, and some smaller, more quiet areas for working, creating, or just thinking and sipping. Free Wi-Fi tops off a great experience. If you art tired of the glitz, hype, and pseudo-hippness of that national brand coffee shop, Otherlands is the place for you. See you there. read more

The whole idea of basing a cafe on exoticism seems provincial to me, but I really liked this place. It has a mellow hippie vibe, complete with mild quantities of incense. The food selection is a little sparse and I found the sandwiches small but I sampled various items and found them all tasty (the turkey and cheese, the cupcake though that's not regular, etc). Free-wifi, good seating options with outlets, and a free coffee refill. Multiple seating areas to choose from. Come on down and get your hippie on in the most exotic cafe in town. read more

Great ambiance and very good coffee, they just need more items to eat. It's sad that my husband and I live in Olive Branch, otherwise we would visit this place every week. read more

My favorite coffee place in town. I'm a little bit weirdo, little bit hipster-y, little bit artsy, little bit nerdy...I feel like this crowd is my people. I like the other local coffee places, but I just feel at home here. The comfy chairs and mismatched furniture help with that too. It just feels so worn-in and welcoming. I meet with a group of Memphis transplants and couch surfers here every Sunday afternoon and it's quickly become a highlight of my weekend. Honestly, the plain coffee is just so-so. I'm not picky though, so I'm happy to drink it. A free refill doesn't hurt. The ginger lemonade zinger is where they really shine. My first time in I heard person after person ordering it, so the next time I went for it. What a great decision! If you like tart tea (made with hibiscus) and lemonade, you'll love it too. It's enough to pucker your lips...I've never had another drink even close to this. I haven't had any of their food, so I can't comment on that, but it sure looks good whenever I see someone ordering. I had a homemade energy bar and it was super fresh and tasty--lots of different fruits smooshed together into bar form. read more

Love this place! Great drink menu with outside of the box choices (and lots of choices for those with dairy allergies / food restrictions!) The ambiance was fun, chill, quirky. It was buzzing with activity & conversation. People watching is a must-do at this location. People outside, inside. Interesting art & magazines all around as well! The gift shop was closed when we were here, but looked fun as well! read more

Otherlands deserves a GLOWING review. While the drinks are incredible don't miss out on the incredible food menu as well (shout out to the peanut butter banana sandwich)! The atmosphere, it's a vibe. A haven for the collection of artists thought the city of Memphis. read more

I wasn't too impressed with the ramshackle interior of this place, and their green tea was sub-Starbucks quality (think a cheap tea bag), and came in the smallest paper cup I've ever seen. Meh, I've experienced better. Cool exterior. read more

It is a great place to get away from everything and focus on studies for a while. It's comfortable and has plenty of room. It's eclectic furniture and atmosphere also makes it fun. They also have a great patio for beautiful days. Otherlands is your average local coffee shop, with all of your basic drinks. However, they also have those little extra options that make it above the rest. First, all of the coffee is fair trade and organic. You can get also soy milk, vanilla soy milk, and many other healthier additives to make your coffee extra special. At Otherlands, I really like their basic drip coffee, vanilla lattes, and their mochas. They make the strong but smooth, just like they should be. Their chai lattes do not impress me, however. They are a lot of chai and not enough latte. There is too much spice to make it drinkable. This particular time I was at Otherlands, I had run out of coffee while housesitting in the area, so I made a quick trip up there to get some to take home. While I was there, I went ahead and got some that was already made. The only other complaint I have about Otherlands other than their chai latte is their service. Every time I have gone, the people at the counter look at me like I do not belong. I also feel like I am not "indie hipster" enough to be there. They seems a bit snooty. However, I am not there to chat with the staff. I go to get work done and use their free wifi. Otherlands is also known to host live music as well. You can go enjoy local musicians, such as Amy LaVere and Valerie June. Overall, I suggest going to sip a mocha, enjoy the eclectic atmosphere, and get some work done. This is how I survived much of graduate school. read more

I had high hopes for this coffee shop because it was recommended by a local while we were in Memphis for the weekend, but alas, I was disappointed. Perhaps it wouldn't have been so bad had we not been charged a $10 cover BEFORE we even had a chance to order any coffee. Apparently, they were having live music later...but we just stopped in for coffee and left. How is that fair to charge someone a cover for coffee? MOVING ON...I've been all over the world and I've had a lot of coffee. I ordered a Cafe Au Lait and it was certainly wasn't anything to write home about. Want to know the best part? We left before the band even started playing, so technically, we paid approximately $16 for a cup of mediocre coffee and a cafe au lait. I'll skip this place next time I'm in town. read more

The reviews here are pretty spot on with this place. It has a very hipster feel, which some people live for and other simply wouldn't be caught dead in. The coffee, while I've only had it once, wasn't my favorite but didn't suck either. The food has suprised me...turkey breakfast burrito was outstanding!!! This is truly a place you go because of the overall feel and variety of things to can access - food, coffee, gifts, indoor/outdoor seating, free wifi and a place to sit and work for as long as you like. Two biggest suprises - pup friendly patio and their gift shop really is an outstanding place to buy unique gifts! read more

Hot tea and outside seats. What more can you ask for in the morning? Oh food. They have that too. They even have vegan cream cheese for your bagel. Score! read more

I have had a lot of memories of this place and all positive. I met my partner here, my friends band plays here a lot, the almond milk strawberry smoothies are amazing, and I love that I can get gluten-free bread as well. The staff is very friendly too. read more

Otherlands is my favorite coffee place in Memphis. It has an eclectic feel with bright colors every where. They have food, but I actually have never eaten there. They have breakfast and lunch. I always order coffee. They have great coffee. When it's hot, I like their ice blended coffee drinks. A coffee freeze is what I choose. When I was in graduate school, we used to hang out here and study. The only negative thing is that they close at 8pm. I thought about only giving them 4 stars because of their hours, but I can't. I love them too much. read more

They have an AMAZING cup of coffee and "bagel sandwich thing." I get an everything bagel with sundried tomato cream cheese and it comes with a tomato slice on it. The staff is friendly, and they have very eco-friendly upcycled furniture and tables with art everywhere. Very midtown feel, very cool atmosphere. Nothing like the chain coffee shops on every corner. They have a little gift shop with limited hours so check that out if it's open while you're there. read more

The best bagels in town! Their cold brew is also delicious! Great place to chill with coffee and read, get work done, or just enjoy the atmosphere. Definitely recommend for breakfast, lunch, or a coffee break. read more

I really liked this place. The space was open and airy, and there were many plants and newspapers to read laying around. The person who was helping us was a little unfriendly, but the coffee was good, and I liked that they actually serve things in glassware. Sometimes, drinking out of a paper cup seems wrong. They also had a nice big patio in back, and seeing as it was a warm day (for us Chicagoans...71 is summertime!) being outside was wonderful. They didn't post where they got their beans from, which I like to know, in case I like it a lot and want to purchase it. read more

Warm cozy work environment. Great coffee strong WiFi read more

This was my first visit to Otherlands and it is definitely a coffee bar where you can sit and search the web with their free wi-fi. I went to meet with a photographer to get a CD of engagement photos for my son and as I was quite hungry, I ordered the Turkey/cheese melt on whole wheat with an unsweetened tea. The sandwich was so delicious and had the perfect combination of turkey, cheese, & tomato, with I'm assuming their own sauce that was a great addition. They seem to have a lot of regulars that sit for hours with their computers and I found it odd that several of them hadn't ordered anything but were just sipping on free water. Oh well, guess that's what a coffee bar is! read more

Otherlands - Turkey & cheese melt - so good!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

We're visiting from out of town and decided to give this a try. Coffee and breakfast burrito were great but the guy at the register was a jerk. He made sure to make us feel awkward by announcing to the staff that there is a new person here. I apparently ordered something wrong. Had I known that I didn't need to order my drink with an indication of size because it is served in actual mugs... Anyway, he was just rude. read more

Great service and best coffee ever! The cold drip brew with a shot of espresso and coconut milk is the shit! I highly recommend. I drive from Germantown to midtown to get this coffee at least 3 days a week. read more

Good coffee and interesting decorum for an overall peaceful place where very different people coexist in a variety of rooms. The aquarium space is my personal favourite as you can sip your espresso surrounded by goldfishes and other swinming friends. Bringing your kids here is no problem as the atnosphere remains very laid back. read more

Come for the atmosphere, stay for the atmosphere! The coffee and food are just ok, honestly, but this is definitely one of the best people watching places in Memphis. Each room you enter has a different vibe. My favorite things to get are the local kombucha and the peanut butter, banana, and honey sandwich. read more

Great service. Lots of locals. Amazing coffee. Good food-must try cinnamon toast! Also has a small gift shop where exotic gifts like incense and vintage postcards are sold. Will definitely come again when I am in Memphis!!! read more

Otherlands - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Otherlands is a cosy coffee bar in midtown Memphis. The bagels, cheese toast, and coffee are always fresh and delicious, not to mention the secret dill sauce they offer. Most of the items are housemade and they have many organic options as well as kid-friendly drinks, such as organic chocolate milk and hot apple cider for those wintry days. The deck has plenty of tables and is partially covered, perfect for a hot cup of java. The restaurant is dog-friendly (deck) and the staff always friendly and prompt. Otherlands is definitely a Memphis treasure. read more

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Great, funky little coffee shop in Memphis. Excellent drip coffee. Very good food. The sort of place where you can sit with your laptop and write the great american novel. And there's plenty of room to do it! read more

Stopped in this morning and enjoyed a great coffee. We hat a latte and a drip. Bother were smooth and tasty. We will definitely be back before we leave town. read more

Most expensive and weakest double espresso in America I've ever had, with no explanation when asked. Maybe they expected a tip when you have to wait in line to order drinks, and have to listen for them to yell your order to pick it up. read more

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Otherlands - CyberspaceCafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Tried out the local tuna melt sandwich and veggie sandwich and both of them were pretty good. In the place of chips I would rather have salad or sweat potato fries. Coffee - latte, I would rate it 3 out of 5 Starts. read more

Otherlands - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Otherlands is Memphis at its best. It's a low-key, casual and open coffee/eclectic shop. It is generally filled with a mix of artists, professionals, and students. Although I'm not a coffee snob, my father-in-law is. He's from Italy, doesn't speak much English, and swears Otherlands makes the best espressos and cappuccinos in Memphis. I like the ambiance, the coffee, and the turkey sandwich. They also have the best happy hour deals around. That's right! They also carry a nice variety of beers, including some local brews. read more