I love this small coffee shop for their fresh coffee. I buy their coffee beans whenever I'm nearby to enjoy at home every morning. My favorite is Sumatra, I'm a dark coffee lover. The parking is pretty bad around Snohomish downtown and it's not just weekend or dinner time, it's really hard to find parking all times. I wish the city creates public parking spaces in walking distance. The mocha I got this morning was a little too sweet and caramely. Still temperature hot and strong coffee that I like. read more

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Came here because I was looking to get some journaling/ work done and was also pretty hungry and wanted some breakfast and caffeine. Came in and got a pumpkin spice and a breakfast sandwich. The food options were decent and the coffee was also ok but didn't drink it all. Service was nice. Ambiance was ok, there was a big group gathered at the table so I sat at a bar seat and there were cool options for reading. read more

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Proper Joe was a proper good coffeehouse! The interior was clean and quiet, the service was great and I had my coffee pretty fast. I got a latte and it was smooth and flavorful. Really well brewed! Great service, great coffee! read more

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I enjoy checking out indie cafes. Proper Joe Coffeehouse was a pleasant find after wandering along First Avenue in historic downtown Snohomish (4/5/25). Nice interior, interesting variety of merch including coffee roasts to peruse, decent assortment of baked goods, various seating arrangements and definitely from the postings, periodicals, and warm service onsite - you get to experience a strong community vibe. My XL iced mocha was well crafted and refreshing. Definitely recommended! read more

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super cute & small place ! very much so a local spot: but a MUST stop by ! the baristas are very kind, the atmosphere is very cozy with lots of window seating with books & recliners & chairs. vary cost efficient - not overly priced - even when wanting to substitute milks or add ons into your drink. they have a small pastry case as well with fresh treats, various basic drink options, & even sell things like handmade earrings & other trinkets, along with tea brews & chocolate espressos beans ! for added condiments, they also had a small station to add chocolate, sugar, cinnamon, which i found was a cute personal touch ! i totally recommend the vanilla latte with oatmilk, & making it sweet ! it was SO good i was talking about it for days haha ! read more

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Out of all the coffee shops in Snohomish, Proper Joe Coffee has the best coffee and the best prices!

I've come here to work from home a couple of times and it's a great atmosphere. It's usually pretty quiet in the mornings and has good parties with quality coffee. read more

Proper Joe Coffeehouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Snohomish, Washington

We got the Bigfoot cookie with two fresh brews. Coffee and cookie were great-we shared the cookie. read more

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After some shopping in Snohomish, we wanted some hot drinks to warm us up. Proper Joe is a cute coffee shop with excellent service. We got a Mocha and Hot cocoa and loved them both. read more

Popped in on a Sunday morning and it was just one barista working so the line moved a bit slow. She was helpful and friendly though. Home roasted beans. Opted to just get straight espresso to try the flavor for my first time and I loved it. One of the best I've had in a while and will be back for beans next time! Minimal seats inside but extra seats on the patio! read more

Walked in at 4:56 to order coffee and thought they closed at 6. Waited a few minutes in line. Once we walked up the cashier asked Al, "is the espresso machine washed yet since we close in one minute". The cashier was rude with the tone so I decided against purchasing the coffee. Seemed like an employee who would make the coffee bad just because they have to make coffee at the end of their shift(even though the man outside was still working on their door). I didn't get the cashiers name but they had hickies all over their neck and working today. Not coming back. Happy mothers day! read more

We were in the Snohomish area last weekend and happen to walkby this place. Such a cute coffee shop with very sweet baristas. We got their mocha and chai latte and liked our hot drinks. The coffee was a bit over roasted for my taste but still good nonetheless. read more

The coffee was great. Made pretty quickly. And they have many cow milk alternatives! They had some pastries in a case that looked good but I didn't try any. The person working was so friendly! We felt welcomed the whole time. I also appreciate the pride flag on the counter. There is a little bit of seating but it was full when we were there. It seems like a pleasant place to sit in for a while though. read more

Coffee is really good and the staff is friendly. I try to come here about once a week for a coffee before walking down by the river. Drinks are consistently delicious. Last week the lovely barista even helped me with the door since she saw I had a stroller with me. Great small town vibe. read more

Gotta be honest, this was the BEST coffee that I've purchased in a long while. The roast on the beans was great, the foam was FANTASTIC and the amount of flavoring was perfect. Also, can't remember the last time I walked out of a coffee shop with two drinks, tax and tip for less than $10. Next time I'm in Snohomish, will DEFINITELY come get a coffee here! read more

The apple fritter was good, but the macchiato was terrible. Though the milk was foamed well and the amount was pretty spot on, the taste was burnt to the point of undrinkable and I tossed most of mine in the blackberry bushes on the river walk. read more

Love this coffeehouse. They make true espresso drinks! I had an espresso macchiato and a blueberry scone. Both were perfect. There were so many dogs that came through the shop too I was in heaven haha! You can tell they are very involved in the community; many regulars came by to say hi and the barista (I'm guessing owner as well) sent someone off to donate muffins to a nearby shop. Would definitely return when I'm back in the area. read more

Came here for spring break and the coffee and treats were amazing! The staff was also very kind and helpful. Loved the cozy little space and the downstairs room as well. Love this place! read more

This cute little unassuming store is quite small on the outside but definitely worth a stop over. There's only one barista to take all orders and make the drinks so be patient. The person that helped was super friendly and didn't crack under pressure even though a line was building and drink orders were piling up. During our wait there's a lot of cool little things to look at and you have a feeling of complete..it will get done when it gets done attitude. They have a glass case of baked goods but the real star of this place are the drinks! The iced coffee and the iced teas are absolutely flavorful and delicious. They are not watered down and put big box coffee shops to shame. There's no comparison between the care and uniqueness of a small local business to a huge conglomerate. Spend the time and give this little coffee house a try! read more

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Popped in for a handcrafted latte prior to strolling the charming shops of First Street. I was greeted warmly and my hazelnut irish cream latte was just the perfect cup of joe I was looking for, complete with beautiful froth design on the top. Price was similar to any other coffee shop or chain but here, you get the satisfaction of knowing you're supporting a local small business. I will most definitely be back! read more

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The baristas will be the demise of this place. From the other current Yelp reviews written within the past 6 months, I'm clearly not the only one who feels this way. Our incident is too long and convoluted to describe here, but suffice it to say the attitude from the baristas ranged from irritated indifference to legit hostility. Where is the owner? They would be well-advised to invest in a new team of employees, or at the very least, some training on how to interface with the public. When I described our scenario to a few friends, they each had their own stories, and had already been avoiding this place precisely based on the bizarre, tense interactions they had there with the staff. read more

Ambiance Located right on 1st street in snohomish. Attractive brick building. Inside is a bit eclectic and cool ; a comfortable feel. Coffee and pastries Very good. The coffee is rich and not bitter with a mellow taste. The pastries are tasty and. Don't seem to be prepared elsewhere very fresh Service Very good and friendly barista Makes a good mocha latte so deserving of a tip. Cost About the same as Starbucks but local business; in the Covid days they need our support. read more

Proper Joe Coffeehouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Snohomish, Washington

Very cute little coffee shop with a cozy fireplace and friendly service. Vintage coffee pots are displayed as decor and the atmosphere is warm and relaxing. Enjoyed a caramel latte and a donut with a friend. This coffee shop is open a little later than the others nearby, which is helpful. read more

Proper Joe Coffeehouse - Caramel latte & an old fashioned donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Snohomish, Washington

We have made our own espresso at home for decades using a manual machine & grinder and buying our beans from one source to keep consistency thus finding any shop that can make a basic cappuccino that resembles Italy has been impossible until recently. This establishment should be tried if your looking for an excellent cappuccino, there pastries are ok but not the reason we went there thus the 4 star read more

My husband and I would meet for coffee here. Im not sure if this is still an option but they used to let us sit in the basement. A nice room with comfy couches/chairs. We would be the only ones down there. I would always get the White Mocha latte. It was delicious. Nice cozy place. read more

My, oh my . . . another wonderful coffeehouse! Where will I find the time to hit them all?! =) If you've read my reviews, you know that we're a HUGE fan of coffee shops and love our javas...our espresso drinks...and our sweet treats! Walking into Proper Joe Coffeehouse and taking a looksie at the menu and baked goods display, we knew that we'd found another gem! My wife ordered one of her favorites - a White Mocha (she loves her white chocolate) - and I had a Black Currant Tea. She loved her drink, saying that it was the perfect blend of coffee and sweetness -- not overly sweet like some places make it. My tea was super delicious, but I would've liked to have had more leaves in it . . . but that's just me, I love my tea super strong (some might even say, overly strong). We also order a Coffee Cake Muffin that was out of this world. Like we agreed with the owner, there is a distinct lack of coffee cake in coffee houses...but not here. It's a staple at Proper Joe. And that's one of the things that makes this place so great! Their other baked goods looked amazing too --- fritters, cakes, cinnamon rolls, scones, etc. Next time we're there (and there will certainly be a next time), I'm going for one of their scones. Looking forward to that next time...yummy treats and yummy drinks! read more

This is my go to for coffee in downtown Snohomish. Great coffee with great service is always a must to start your morning!

I frequent Snohomish for work and drive by Proper Joe all the time. I finally had a moment to check it out! Parking is typical downtown Snohomish. Sometimes alright, sometimes not alright. Depending on the day, season, weather, many contributing factors :) The exterior is a really lovely brick with a welcoming sign. I wasn't sure what to expect as I entered.. The interior was honestly smaller than I had imagined, HOWEVER, don't let that mean anything because it is so cozy and comforting! The vibes are definitely right! As I mentioned, seating is minimal but it felt like you were walking into someone's home, where everyone knew each other and were just happy to converse and enjoy company. I ordered a regular latte and mmmm was it delicious. Hot, velvety, nice espresso taste. Overall I am really happy to have stopped in and definitely will again the next time I have the opportunity! read more

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Proper Joe makes consistently good coffee and tea, and has a decent assortment of baked goods. Their cozy nook by the window is comfortable to enjoy coffee in when it is available (apparently I'm not the only one who likes Proper Joe's Coffeehouse ). read more

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Aaron and Angela are so friendly and hospitable. Proper Joe's is definitely the place you want to go to relax and enjoy a real hometown coffee shop experience. Aaron's expertise and passion for coffee is unrivaled and they have perfected some wonderful accoutrements to your coffee palate, including a "to die for" a home-made pumpkin bread! Don't even hesitate to come here, and bring your friends! read more

Very friendly staff, nice little coffee house, it was good to get out of the cold and sit down with a pipping hot Cup O Joe. read more

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A cute little gem of a place with a slower place. Comfortable seating with a few baked good options. My latte was delicious.

Very unfortunate that I am forced to write this today. Im a big fan and supporter of all Snohomish businesses and never write bad reviews, but this was bad enough to have to share. I work across the street from this coffee shop and my family and I have been coming here for years since it first opened. Their coffee is great and it's one of the only places to sit down for coffee in the area. I am unfortunately forced to write a bad review for them today given a situation with their owner/manager who kicked me out of the shop for needing to hold a zoom meeting in their coffee shop. I was already running late to a meeting while I'm between running around between home and my other business here in snohomish. I always grab my coffee before I sit ideally, as I typically have a few minutes, but since I was already running late to a meeting today, I couldn't order my coffee right away and absolutely planned to as soon as I was off. There were a lot of people in there before I even sat down for the meeting and it was loud, so didn't even have a chance to communicate with the dude that I needed a min before I could order. Before I could grab my wallet after my meeting, I was told I needed to wrap it up and this wasn't a place for sitting to hold meetings. I let him know I was about to grab my coffee, and instead of letting me do so, he forced me to grab my stuff and leave the shop. It wasn't the fact that he asked me to order a coffee (I also would have probably done the same in a much kinder way) but I won't support somewhere that kicks out paying customers needing a quick cozy spot to get a meeting done. I understand not wanting people to hog up your space; but I wasn't even allowed a moment to explain or buy the coffee. So, I would head up the street to the other coffee place (good coffee as well; much friendlier). Worth avoiding a miserable interaction for your day! read more

Might have been an off day for the barista but she was not friendly. She didn't even say thank you after I payed. I just stood there because I was not sure the transaction was done. My Chai tea was half foam. Pretty disappointing experience. read more

This is our favorite local coffee shop in Snohomish. Give this place a try! Pros: - The staff is very friendly! - The americano is standard but yummy. - The latte is also very good. - The atmosphere is warm and comfortable. The noise level is lower than other coffee places. read more

This is a cool and comfortable place. My latte was okay, and the pumpkin bread hit the spot. It's good fit working and studying or just hanging out. They have various treats. I think the best thing about this place is the seating by the window. You are right there next to the sidewalk watching life goes meandering by. read more

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My chai latte was really good, and the barista said they make their chai by combining a Masala brewed chai with Oregon chai mix. Not a whole lot of pastry options even though it was only 9:30 am when we visited, but the cinnamon roll that we shared was good. The seating spaces were pretty small and it was a little chilly, so it might not be the best location to sit and work in, however for a brief caffeine fix to break up your shopping in downtown Snohomish it's not bad. read more

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I've always wanted to try this place out and finally I made it to this place yesterday. I ordered a caramel sauce oat milk latte. The flavor was good, the coffee was smooth and the girls working were super friendly and sweet. I would come back again if I'm ever in the area. read more

We love proper joes. I get coffee there every time I go into town. The owner is the only one I've ever dealt with, and he's super friendly

A cute shop! I ordered a small mocha, pumpkin bread and a Madeline. All were delicious and the barista was so friendly and knowledgeable about the coffee and the town (I was visiting from CA). I love little places like this and would highly recommend this shop! read more

Proper Joe Coffeehouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Snohomish, Washington