Consider this an upscale coffee shop near the Colonial Life Arena and Convention Center. I love…read morethat they have so many options for teas and coffees, but I would say to stick with the desserts and croissants over the sandwiches. A great place to stop in, with options if you want to work a little and grab a meeting in the area!

During a recent stay in Columbia, I was delighted to enjoy Sweetwaters coffee and breakfast…read moreofferings. I was working in my hotel room nearby and was grateful to find that you can order delivery right through the Yelp app! They have a nice selection of specialty lattes and breakfast items. Both mornings I got one of their specialty lattes (divine) and a build your own breakfast sandwich. I also ordered hash browns on the side. Everything always arrived piping hot and was delicious. I got the build your own breakfast sandwich served on an asiago bagel with egg and cheese and cream cheese on the side. They had everything well packaged for delivery, which I appreciated. Thanks, Sweetwaters, for keeping this girl well caffeinated and fed during a work trip! And, thanks to all the Yelpers who came before to lead the way to this gem. Get to it!

Every time I make the 1000 mile trek to Columbia I make sure I stop by. This weekend was no…read moredifferent! Simple Peru pour off coffee that was absolutely delicious. If you're in the area definitely stop by. Grab coffee, pastries, sandwiches or desserts. Everything looks amazing

The coffee here is not for beginners or lightweights. It is strong with a caffeine punch that will…read moreleave you buzzing for hours. Classic college town coffee spot. Dark vibe, male baristas who take their coffee seriously. Tables are occupied by students with their laptops escaping the confinements of their dorm rooms. Packed with students ready for their next fix. Parking is typically a challenge in this part of Five Points. Arrive with patience.

This is a great coffee shop to either go and work or visit with friends. I love what the restaurant…read morestands for and how it's supporting people with developmental or intellectual disabilities. The staff are nice and efficient and greeted me as I walked in. I just really enjoyed myself. I ordered a a pumpkin spiced iced latte with almond milk and a bacon Gouda sandwich. The coffee was amazing. It was perfect. The Bacon Gouda sandwich was OK. There was nothing spectacular about it. I sat and ate at the bar and it was pretty quiet. This coffee shop is a pretty good size and beautifully decorated. I would definitely visit it again.

I had the best experience at this coffee shop! We went for breakfast and coffee with family while…read morevisiting SC. The coffee was so good and the jalapeño biscuit was honestly one of the best I've had! I went back the next day before leaving town! Lol. I love that they employ people with developmental disabilities. Their employment practices show that they celebrate diversity and inclusiveness towards their customers too. The staff were so friendly. I loved all the merch too and their phrase, the world says hurry we say hello! The vibes were right and the place was clean. Definitely want to go back again soon!

Went here for my birthday last November, great desserts! I got the brownie sundae with an espresso…read moremartini and my friends got the cookie sundae.

I've been to this dessert bar twice now, once for my birthday and once for my son's birthday…read more The first time, it was just my husband and me. We sat at the bar and had a slice of cake, a chocolate shake, and a cocktail. It was such a great experience. Everything tasted amazing, and the cocktail was adorable. It even had Curious George's face on it, which made it feel extra fun and thoughtful. The second visit was for my son's birthday. The desserts were still absolutely delicious. The churro cake was insane in the best way. They truly know how to do desserts. My only downside the second time was the table. They have a thick, waxy film on them that feels dirty and sticky underneath. It honestly feels like they need to be scraped down and re finished because touching them is uncomfortable. It takes away a bit from what is otherwise such a great experience. The staff has always been friendly, and the cakes and desserts are consistently amazing. Because of the table issue, I'm giving 3 stars, but I'd happily give five if that detail was improved.

Cute little hole in the wall coffee shop. You have to go upstairs to access cool beans but the…read moreplace feels very cozy. I got the honey oat latte and the breakfest croissant. Good little breakfest before a long day.

A fun local coffee shop near campus. Be sure to go upstairs as there is a different coffee shop…read moredownstairs. If taking the coffee to go make sure you say that as they use real coffee mugs for coffee there. They have all kinds of fun coffees and the barista was so helpful sharing which options were fan favorites .

smallSUGAR was excellent! Everything, from the food to the ambiance to the customer service, was…read moreamazing! First and foremost, I must start by commending the girls who were working there. They were all so sweet and really went above and beyond to make sure it was a high-quality experience. I noticed that they openly advertise that they don't accept tips and have slightly higher prices in order to pay their workers a living wage, and the results were directly reflected in the customer service that I received. As for the food and drink (coffee), that was pretty good as well! While I do wish that they might have had bagels, the croissant that I substituted it for was warm, buttery, and tasty, and it was a nice change from my usual coffee shop meal, as I've only had a croissant a handful of times. The coffee was fine, and I loved how they offered free refills, which I've noticed that other local coffee shops usually don't. Finally, I loved the setting of the restaurant, which gave you the opportunity to either sit inside and enjoy the ambiance or on the outside patio and enjoy some peace and quiet. I also loved the artwork that they had on the walls, which the waitress informed me was painted by a local artist and which you could purchase if you wanted to. All-in-all, I loved smallSUGAR, will be back in the future, and would highly recommend stopping in!

Stopped by smallSUGAR and had a decent overall experience, though a few things held it back…read more The space itself was clean and well-kept, with a modern, minimalist vibe that works well for a casual brunch or coffee stop. Service was fine. Nothing particularly standout, but smooth and efficient. For drinks, the coffee was average. It wasn't bad by any means, just nothing memorable. Especially considering the price point. Food-wise, there were some highlights. The sweet potato bowl was well-dressed and flavorful, though it felt like it was missing a protein component to make it more complete. The shakshuka was very good overall, with great flavor, though it leaned a bit salty. The biggest issue was the bread portion. It simply wasn't enough for the dish. I ended up ordering an extra side, and while it's listed as two slices, it's really just one slice cut in half. At $4 for that portion, that is very unreasonable. That was a recurring theme. Pricing felt high across the board for what you receive. While the flavors were there, nothing really stood out as exceptional enough to justify the cost. Overall, not a bad visit. Just one where the value didn't quite match the experience.

One of the only coffee places (besides Starbucks) open on Easter Sunday. Super friendly service,…read morenice menu selection. The butterscotch brownie latte was good, loved the outdoor seating ambiance.

This place is amazing! From beginning to end, the atmosphere is friendly and fun, the food is…read morescrumptious, and the coffee was delicious down to the last drop! I definitely recommend this place.

What a cute, cozy, and welcoming coffee shop. The amazing woman working and making coffee was so…read morenice and personable. The coffee was great. I loved the flavor addition. They have a menu of beverages, and they have a few snacks, baked goods, and a refrigerator with food offerings. You should definitely give this spot a try, especially if you are downtown.

We love this place! Great coffee, and smoothies, snacks and some sandwiches. And the best customer…read moreservice!