Well, I'm stuck here in Harrisburg for now, but it's okay. I love getting out and traveling, so I took a job in Lancaster. Ever since I became a truck driver, I've been a coffee drinker. I recently decided to turn in my CDL and head back into the office, which allows me more time to get my workouts in and perfect my look. Normally, when I pick up something new, I do a lot of research; I dive all in. I'm glad I "dived into" coffee. When you're a truck driver, you usually hit truck stops where the coffee isn't great. However, being diverse and cultured, I started trying coffee in Latin communities. I noticed they used special machines, which sparked my interest. I eventually started visiting specialty coffee shops. Most of the places I get food from don't open until 10:00 AM, but coffee shops are open much earlier. That's how I found Passenger Coffee here in Lancaster. I knew it was going to be a great spot the moment I walked in; it was clean, inviting, and smelled amazing. A friendly employee greeted me with a smile, and their pastry display looked great. I told her I was new to coffee--only about two months in--but that I was enjoying trying different kinds. I explained how I normally take my coffee and mentioned that the last time I had one, it had foam on top. She gave me a small coffee to try, as well as one with foam (a latte or cappuccino). I think that's all I want to drink from now on! I used to make fun of people who said, "Don't talk to me until I've had my first cup," but now I finally understand why. I highly recommend this place for the excellent customer service and the cleanliness of the location. The pricing is affordable, too. I hope my review helps! read more

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Really cute cafe! Closest things I've seen in Philly/PA to LA and NY vibes. The workers are very kind! There was an Asian girl who helped me... and since I'm pregnant I asked her how much caffeine was in the matcha. While she wasn't sure the exact mg she knew down to the grams of how much matcha powder they used down to the ml of milk. I really appreciated her explanation and cheerful help! The matcha was delicious! Strong creamy cup! I think the best I've had in PA! Too bad it's far away... or I guess that's good for my wallet and baby haha. read more

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the cutest little coffee shop! they also have unique coffee & tea flavors to take home with you. i had the horchata cold brew so good & the employees are so sweet! read more

Passenger Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

A cute spot that takes their drinks very seriously! We wandered in here and were impressed by their extensive drink selection and thorough descriptions. We tried the matcha lattes and a specialty coffee, all of which were good. It's worth noting that many of the drinks are dine in only, but they have very limited seating, which doesn't make a ton of sense to me. However, if you're okay squishing into half a table next to strangers, it's not too bad. One of the baristas also spilled some of one of drink while bringing it over and didn't replace it which was a little strange, but they were all very nice (just semi unaware) read more

Passenger Coffee - Counter to order - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Caring staff crafting drinks the way you like it. I had a hot matcha Ogura something and a hot Cusco pourover Fancy blueberry pastry and lemon cookie. Fresh goodness. Lancaster is lucky to have a coffee place with fresh flavorful pastries and has foreign coffee options. read more

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It was good. Wouldn't say it was the best coffee I've had. But staff were very nice in explaining the different coffees. And it was an aesthetic and cozy interior. read more

Passenger Coffee - Iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Stopped in for a cop of coffee and loved the look of this space. I ended un purchasing a bag which came with a complementary cup of coffee. It was so delicious. I got a pop tart to much on and it was perfect. The server was super kind and helpful-highly recommend this shop read more

Passenger Coffee - Counter area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Great space and friendly barista, but I was not a fan of the coffee. It was too bitter for me.

Absolutely delicious coffee, cronut was a must get! We also tried the homemade cherry vanilla pop tart and it was unreal! The service was quick, friendly staff and the atmosphere was cozy. read more

Passenger Coffee - Cute to go cups! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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I am the biggest coffee snob and at this point after all the education and cupping I've done I feel like I've experienced it all. What an incredible gem. The coffee is just out of the world. I wouldn't drink anything else if you love coffee this is your only stop read more

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Great coffee, very knowledgeable staff The space is a little small but it's in the city so it's expected Must visit if you want coffee read more

Passenger Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

A no frills coffee shop with straight up delicious beans and quality coffee. Don't expect syrups and sprinkles, expect flavorful coffee prepared by friendly staff in a chill environment. read more

Passenger Coffee - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

I am a coffee person and I love cafe - hopping. Either I come to enjoy the ambiance or work or read a book. Sadly, this place has no wifi. I love their coffee beans tho! Aesthetic place. Service is a bit slow, I guess because the baristas need to handle registry and making drinks. Food-wise, good choice of pastry. However, I would appreciate more if they would warm up the pastry or if it is an option. read more

Passenger Coffee - Biscuit & Jam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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This is the establishment for the enthusiast. I was pleased to find two espresso varieties and pour over options. The staff are professional and eager to discuss and answer questions. Small shop, but clean and tasteful. read more

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Really enjoyed trying out Passenger Coffee. Based off of the already wonderful reputation of this coffee place, we figured we definitely needed to give it a try while in town. We really enjoyed how simple and minimalist the menu and the place was. There were all the essential coffees and teas, but the way the barista made it was very carefully and well done. He made small talk and was one of the most kind and gentle people I've met in a while. It was clean and just had a very relaxed vibe, and the latte and cold brew were delicious. Highly recommend! read more

Passenger Coffee - Latte and Cold Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Was visiting Lancaster early in the morning and this was one of the only places open at 7 am for coffee. We felt lucky as this place is open, airy, beautiful, and upscale. The pastries were delicious - we got a morning bun and a blueberry scone and neither disappointed. The baristas were very warm and inviting. Definitely will make this a spot to stop by in the future! Also, lots of outlets and strong WiFi for anyone in need of a spot to work! read more

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This is a cool coffee bar and is very minimalistic. I had the cappuccino and it was good. Prompt service and good vibes. I would go here again next time when I'm in the area. read more

Passenger Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Pretentious staff that are unkind and unwilling to help. They do foolish things like print a rotating menu that lends to questions but their staff don't want to be there so they give you non-answers or the bare minimum so you won't bother them. So, I left. It's a shame because their coffee beans are good but not worth being treated like they are doing you a favor. Head over to Square 1 for good coffee and Great Service! read more

Only two customers in the place. The server (employee) was holding a personal conversation with someone and left me standing for at least 3-5 minutes and never came to me to take my coffee order. I walked out, and she didn't have the decency to even ask why I was leaving. Such rude behavior! read more

The baristas were helpful, the coffee didn't take long to be served, my Ethiopian Jimma pourover was over-the-top amazing, so sweet, caramel, plum, and dried fruit tartness. As a Q-grader, this is exactly what I expect from roasteries and cafes that claim to be specialty. My daughter's chai was very delicious too. Thanks Passenger! read more

Passenger Coffee - An Ethiopian Jimma pourover and a chai latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

The cutest coffee shop. It reminds me of hip cafes in California. I love the minimalist decor and the huge bird of paradise plant. When it's not crowded this place is the perfect place to drink a cup of coffee. The service is exceptional for a coffee shop and all the baristas are knowledgeable about coffee. I love their espresso blend, and usually get an oat milk cappuccino. Their pastries are also not to be missed. I'm a huge fan of their savory and regular biscuits, fluffy yet dense enough to fill you up. This time we had their morning bun which was the perfect level of sweet, and not too sweet with hints of cinnamon. It's one of my favorite spots in Lancaster and I stop here every time I'm in town. read more

Passenger Coffee - Morning bun, savory biscuit, two oat milk cappuccinos - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Amazing latte! Usually I grab a matcha latte, but since they did not have that, I opted for a simple latte with oat milk. It was creamy and smooth paired with a savory biscuit. Not much seating in the front with three bar stools by the window counter. It was an amazing spot to people watch and stare outside during a rainy day. read more

Passenger Coffee - Savory biscuit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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SOUKOU MATCHA!!!!!!! i am BLOWN away by the quality of matcha at this place, absolutely divine and a must get when in this area! matcha: there's two, i tried the soukou matcha. they delicately take their time to make the drink, and it actually only comes out to a small portion that doesn't fill the cup, but every sip is worth the price! i love how it's not milky or grainy, but a delicious smooth and punchy matcha flavor. interior: super bright and large, although you can't sit down to drink at the moment, i would love to come back when that becomes available. right next to the market with fresh produce too! read more

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Two words: nitro tea!!! This place has it all, from a calming, vibey place to hand to delicious pastries and endless drink options. If you're into super high quality single origin coffee, they've got that, and it's not overpriced, either. The baristas are so kind and it was even welcome to bring two crazy toddlers in there with us. They have nitro coffee of course but the nitro tea I was not expecting! It was so smooth and delicious. It was worth the extra stop and bizarre on street non-functioning meters in downtown Lancaster on our way to take the kids to Dutch Wonderland. read more

Passenger Coffee - Nitro green tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Coffee was so yum, limited seating. Pastries are also so good, got a homemade pop tart!

My favorite and in my opinion best coffee spot in Lancaster whenever I visit from Philadelphia! This place is consistently ranked in the Top coffee roasters by food and wine magazine and it lives up to the hype! I usually go for a iced latte with oat milk (it's really good, I wish they added more oat milk so the ratio would be more milk and if they would have larger sizes for their regular cup) read more

Found this coffee shop off of the Lancaster Coffee Trail. The space was beautiful with limited seating. It is near Lancaster Central Market and it also worked out I was trying a new workout studio in the area. It is centrally located with plenty of street parking. The employees were very passionate about their coffee and had a ton of knowledge. I tried their iced oat latte with simple syrup and a vegan chocolate chip cookie. The cookie was the perfect texture, you would have never know it was vegan! It was also the perfect sweetness to compliment my coffee. They do have a very limited amount of syrups if that's your thing; they only had the simple syrup and a mocha during my visit. Definitely would recommend! read more

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I believe that Passenger has the best coffee in Lancaster county. Even the standard filter coffee Keystone blend was really flavorful with notes of berry and chocolate. I loved it. The space has awkward seating with many people camped out at a table that could fit five. But the decor is beautiful. The service is super nice and friendly. The only food is pastries and baked goods. The berry pop tart was excellent.' read more

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Calling all coffee nerds and junkies! If you live in PA or are visiting Lancaster, go to Passenger! Located in the heart of downtown Lancaster, what started as a little coffee shop in a small air stream with vibes of a train car, has now grown into a beautiful coffee shop of quality, well knowledgeable and super friendly baristas and a coffee that's warm, welcoming, and simply beautiful. I spent sometime in here yesterday just talking with them And drinking a coffee and espresso. I came from eating lunch at prince street cafe (around the corner, and they serve passenger too) but going to the cafe is the experience you want, from a cup to pour overs to some some tasty espresso, this your spot, their roastery is even down the street and offers tours and tasting by appt. only M-F (7-11AM). My espresso was served proper with a tonic water to cleanse the palate before the taste and it was good! They also have "one to one" on their menu, that's for the coffee nerds, if your not sure what that is, look it up. Overall, great coffee, great people and being from Cali.... us coffee nerds know about them. I am happy for their growth and quality in the craft coffee scene. Lastly, they even have gorgeous baked goods and vegan ones to offer, I'm coming back again soon bc the chocolate vegan chip cookie had me drooling. ;-) Much love y'all! read more

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Can't even begin to express how positive my experience at Passenger was! I tried four different drinks as well as the homemade poptart, and each was incredible. Of the drinks I tried, I was most impressed with the Nitro Cold Brew Green Tea, it was creamy and delicious and really unique. Everything was reasonably priced, and the staff was incredibly helpful and passionate about their products. Definitely stop by! read more

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Nice visit. Quirky staff, had a neat conversation with one of them about espresso. Enjoyed the spritzer with the macchiato very nice touch. Bought a bag of coffee for the ride home. Would revisit read more

Friendly & trendy & fantastic coffee. Got takeout iced coffee, a hot latte & morning buns. The baristas was super kind & patient and they packaged my order to go! The shop is cute and the coffee was quality. Did not disappoint. read more

Passenger Coffee - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Went in the morning of 9/17/24 and had a great experience with the barista. I asked for his favorite reserve pour over and I was not disappointed. INSANE blueberry and red fruit aroma. Will be my new coffee spot when I'm in town. read more

This coffee shop was everything! I loved everything from the the decor, to the uniforms, to my fantastic latte ordered. It has a fresh look, neutral walls, nice lettering on beverage menu board & a wall of fresh coffee for purchase. The uniforms were a basic top and bottom w a denim apron that I absolutely loved! The denim made the uniform. Initially I was a little disappointed that they didn't have any flavor shots for the latte, but I ordered it anyway & it was everything & more! Just watching the barista handcraft my latte was an adventure. It appears the people that work there are really happy and really take pride in what they do. Lastly I ordered a bar of fresh granola & it was so good! I snacked on that granola for the rest of the evening! I would definitely visit this place again if in the area!! read more

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Best cup of coffee I had in the area. The staff was friendly. The food was pretty good, too.

Best coffee place in town. From the fanciest drink to the most basic drip coffee, you cannot go wrong.

Fantastic coffee. Friendly and helpful service. Clean and fresh interior- inspired by Scadanavia. All around a winner.

I love this cafe. Very friendly and positive atmosphere. Once, I came in and there was nowhere to sit. It was so crowded on a Sunday. The cashier kindly asked some people if I could share their table with them, which he didn't have to do during a busy time in the day. He went above and beyond to welcome me. I always enjoy the one and one. The blueberry pop tart is my favorite. read more

Good coffee, good service and great place! Would come back. Enjoyed my coffee - thanks!

Great selection of roasted beans to go as well as coffees made to order. Baristas are very knowledgeable about all the products they carry. Coffee is smooth and flavorful. Cozy environment. read more