I love Plata! The staff has always been super sweet & their coffee is delicious…read more This week they had later hours to accommodate UNM students studying for finals. This momma took advantage of getting caffeine with my kids. 10/10 recommend!

Not a great experience…read more Lavender latte special was over the top with lavender to where it was un drinkable Stale pastry as well Wife's previous visit was outstanding I dunno. I was unimpressed Seemed to be just slinging coffees out the door today

This place has potential, but it feels like it's still finding its footing. A few areas of the shop…read moreseemed unfinished or a bit dirty, almost as if they rushed to open before everything was fully ready. During my visit, the volume of customers appeared to be more than one person could comfortably handle, which may have contributed to some of the rough edges in the experience. I ordered an iced Americano, and while it wasn't bad, it wasn't particularly memorable either. It was drinkable, just lacking the depth of flavor I typically look for. On the positive side, the main dining area was filled with students studying, and the space seems well designed for that purpose. The tables and chairs were comfortable, clean, and inviting, making it a good place to settle in for a while. I didn't try any of the food this time, but some of the menu options looked interesting, and I'd be willing to come back and give them a try. With a little more polish and staffing support, I could see this becoming a great neighborhood spot.

Such a cute coffee shop! I love how they are open so late- if I was a student I would make this my…read morestudy place no doubt. The 2 baristas working were both so sweet and patient with me while I looked at the menu. I opted for the pistachio latte iced so I could try the cold foam. It was so delicious! I got the 20 Oz and it was gone in record time. The place itself is surprisingly spacious. There's a couple tables up front, TWO patio areas, and a huge seating area in the adjacent room. It was serene and the perfect place to read. I will definitely be back to try their pastries!

Hidden gem! What a…read moresweet little shop this is. Didn't expect to find so many incredible teas. Even tho we were here for coffee, I did buy some tea to take home. The iced vanilla latte was equally good! Large comes with 3 shots. They have almond milk as well as the regular milk. The 2 workers were helpful and friendly. So glad we came across this while visiting Albuquerque. We'll be back.

I live in Washington State--widely known for having some of the "best" coffee around. And sure,…read moreI've had some great cups here. But my favorite roasted coffee beans actually come from this cute little roasterie in Albuquerque! I've been buying from Moon's for years, and during a trip for the Balloon Fiesta in 2019, my son and I had the pleasure of meeting Joy and Jori in person. They were so kind and welcoming, and it made us appreciate their work even more. In my opinion, their roasting is spot-on--rich, flavorful, and always balanced. Every blend I've tried has been incredible. Having a burr grinder to grind these is key! My son's more of a tea guy, and he was excited to pick up some of their loose leaf selections too. If you ever get the chance, go visit Moon's and meet these wonderful folks. The coffee somehow tastes even better when you know who's behind it.

Best coffee roasters in ABQ. Always freshly ground and consistent. Plus they still provide a full…read morepound of coffee at a reasonable price.

Headed back for some more delicious whole bean coffee and to my surprise there have been even more…read moregreat changes at Whiting Coffee. They now have a coffee bar with a wide selection of drinks. They have also been rearranging the store and adding additional products. They have a large selection of loose tea, balsamic vinegars and oils from local retailer, Figments, and numerous cookies and sweets. They also have a few body care products and carry seasonal products, including those special holiday treats from Europe. The staff are super nice and friendly, knowledgeable and able to make suggestions, and generally just nice folks with whom to have a chat. I highly recommend Whiting Coffee Company, a local company With great service and products.

Unusually tasty coffee (notably better than at many coffee places with attitude), fast, and…read morereasonably priced. The service is friendly and their pizza trailer is supposed to open next week - these folks are putting in the work, and it's a pleasure to give them business. Also, the default on their credit card payment is "no tip" - you have to act affirmatively to add a tip. I always tip ($2 on $3.50 today), but these days (we've all seen the articles about the discomfort at these screens) it's really nice to see a business that isn't ramming it down the customer's throat. Great business.

Really tasty caffeination at a price that's in line with the competition from friendly staff in an…read moreobscure location. I hit up the Gnomad crew for my Sunday morning jolt of starter fluid (aka coffee). Drink of choice was a 16 oz mocha at the $5 price point. Taste was high on the complexity scale with the usual coffee & chocolate flavors being joined by a posse of roasted nuttiness notes and, to my tongue, a very faint floral shading reminiscent of lavender at the finish. Either that or I need to get my taste buds recalibrated. Nonetheless, it was a cuppa caffeine that danced lively until it was all gone. The downside of the Gnomad Coffee truck is it's location in the hinterlands of Rio Rancho, on Cherry Road just a bit north of Northern Blvd. One of those "You might need a Boy Scout and a couple mules to get there" kind of places. Another hit is that, at this point in time, they haven't yet developed their in-house food service after abandoning their vendoring of Rebel Donuts as comestibles to accompany their bodacious coffee. So it's drinks only at present. The upside of the Gnomie crew is the Gnomie crew's friendly welcome & outgoing personality. Brandon was a kick to hang with on a crystal clear winter morning with about 30 hot air balloons festooning the sky. Great folks.

Best coffee bean roastery in New Mexico (IMO). They have a wide selection of different beans…read moreroasted to perfection. If you like great beans, this is the place to get them.

Came in looking for some coffee beans, and came out a loyal customer. This is a walk-in roastery…read morefor coffee beans. Love interaction between their employees and the quality of information they have on their coffee beans. I enjoyed the decorations inside, a home barista dream build. You can purchase coffee beans, but if you don't know what coffee beans to look for they are well informed. If you informed them of what you're looking for, they can pinpoint a specific bag that meets your needs. They also have different types of coffee beans, so I suggest that your wallet ready cause I was about to leave with more coffee beans than needed. You can also purchase coffee gear such as filters, cold brew filter jar, French press, and red rock roaster gear.

Amazing tea and one of the only places to get legit Oolongs in town. Wish I could have stocked up…read moretoday but they were closed.

This is one of Albuquerque's hidden gems. They have an excellent selection of teas from China,…read moreJapan, India and Taiwan. The owners, Robin and Lee, really know their tea (Lee is from Taiwan and Robin lived there for a number of years). I went for their St. Patrick's day themed afternoon tea "Dublin Delights" and really enjoyed both the food and the atmosphere. The Fragrant Leaf also has classes in tea appreciation. Highly recommend.

ABQ Coffee is a great place to enjoy a wide variety of coffee, drinks and delicious pastries. The…read morebarista provided excellence service, the lattes were tasty and the blueberry muffins were amazing. After enjoying our coffee, we visited the 15+ small local businesses in the same building called The Albuquerque Collective, where you can find numerous items, products, services, and unique awesome gifts. My wife purchased non-greasy LAVENDER SENTED LOTION that smelled amazing and BEAUTIFUL UNIQUE EARRINGS. The EARRINGS from DESSERT DOG DESIGNs were unique and beautiful, WOW! The earrings are hand made, come in different shapes and sizes, and include a real flower inlay. The QUEEN ANNE's LACE FLOWER in the earrings we purchased was BEAUTIFUL, BRILLIANT and SPECTACULAR, see images. I'm looking forward to the live music, food trucks and activities in February! Visit ABQ Coffee and The Albuquerque Collective soon.

In the eternal journey for breakfast, we found ourselves inside the ABQ Collective ordering some…read morefantastic food at ABQ Coffee. As part of the Collective, ABQ Coffee is charming surrounded by local goods and friendly people. The menu is comprehensive, with breakfast and lunch items, from chilaquiles to tortas. The breakfast bagel screamed at both of us and we also got an ube matcha and a mazapán coffee. The toasted bagel was full of fluffy omelette with cheese, bacon, and tasty green chile. Definitely a nice breakfast item if you want to be full and very satisfied. The ube matcha was a nice matcha and the mazapán coffee definitely had the spirit and essence of a mazapán. Overall, this was a good first experience at ABQ Coffee that kept us interested in trying other things, especially that mango adovada on tacos, tortas, or burritos.