ACOCA Cafe & Roastery -- Apparently Appleton got hipster while I was gone…read more Came back to my old stomping grounds for HS reunion week and somehow ended up having one of the most interesting breakfasts of the trip. ACOCA immediately gives off that independent coffeehouse/artsy/creative energy you don't necessarily expect when you're remembering the Appleton of your younger days. We all ordered the Bagels & Lox with salad, and I'm not gonna lie ~ that plate looked damn good. Fresh lox, colorful veggies, pickled onions, greens and an everything bagel. Add some quality coffee and you've got yourself a pretty solid morning. The space was spotless, the service was friendly, the drinks were good and the atmosphere was genuinely cool. But let's talk $$$. This was the priciest morning meal we had in Appleton, and one person in our group felt the price was a little high considering you have to put the sandwich together yourself, and only one of us was given a small ramekin of salad dressing accompanying our meal. Also we wish the bagel was slightly toasted instead of just a sliced everthing bagel. Still, I'd rather pay a little more occasionally for a place with personality than eat somewhere completely forgettable. ACOCA definitely has personality. Would I return? Absolutely!!! This is more my vibe for morning eats & cold/hot brew (Coffee/tea) that is Brews. Views. Food. Sometimes the journey takes you somewhere that doesn't involve beer.

Really awesome vibe in here. There's a lot of open space and really neat decor all over the walls…read more There is a ton of seating. What is really cool is up by the front they have some old wagon wheels that have been turned into tables. There are plenty of food items as well as pastries so no shortage on things to eat here. They also have a good variety of coffees from drip to pour over espresso. You name it. I got a blueberry muffin and a vanilla latte. The blueberry muffin is full of blueberries, super moist and delicious. The vanilla latte is spot on perfectly made. If you're in the area, I highly recommend coming over here.

Excellent coffee and baked goods. Nice location downtown. Always friendly staff. It's truly hard to…read morefind a GREAT coffee, and these guys nailed it.

I absolutely loved the environment of this cafe! Bountiful seating. I got a blueberry hibiscus tea,…read moreit was great. I believe their teas are rishi tea. I also had a vegan cherry almond scone. I LOVE cherry baked goods and it was AMAZING! I live in the Milwaukee area otherwise I'd be here every week. We stayed until close and throughout the entire time we were there staff were friendly. The cafe vibe is spot on.

A small work group ordered paninis for lunch--they were all correct (I admit I was the annoying one…read morewho asked for substitutions) and still nice and warm by the time we picked up and got back to our conference room. The chips are baked ruffles and they threw and extra bag in--even if by accident, it was a nice surprise lol

We enjoyed our sandwiches. It was a very busy spot being Saturday at Mile of Music. We watched Ron…read moreArtis II with the Lawrence University chamber group and it was amazing. We also had gelato which was yummy.

My wife and I decided to pop into this cute little coffee shop for a quick breakfast and some…read morecoffee. Little did we know that both the food AND the coffee were going to be absolutely amazing! We both ordered the waffle egg sandwich (which was surprising both sweet and savory at the same time) and caramel lattes. The lattes were so good we both ordered an extra for the road. The next time we're in the area, we would definitely go back!

I am a sucker for cute coffee shops on the bank of the Fox River…read more I am a sucker for a space filled with natural light, lush green plants and cozy furniture. I am a sucker for Insta worthy patios and outdoor seating. I am a sucker for a house made treats, fun twists on coffee and deliciously yummy food. I am a sucker for sweet midwestern hospitality and super sweet baristas. I am a sucker for peach lattes, cinnamon rolls and monkey bread. YUM. I am a sucker for great prices for great quality items. When recently in Appleton, we were suckers for this spot and will easily return! :)

What an awesome place! Huge indoor and outdoor seating area including what looked like a small…read moremeeting room. Inside, think ski lodge with an alpine theme. Outside has ample seating for the nice warm days with friends. In winter there is a really cool little ice rink and outdoor fireplace. Such a great addition to the small city downtown shopping and dining area. The coffee shop has a nice selection of hot and cold drinks with a limited breakfast and lunch menu. I tired the avocado toast and thought it was very fresh and tasty. Definitely a great destination for lunch or coffee with friends. Unfortunately it was still a little too cold to sit outside this morning... so the inside seating was hard to find.

3 issues that have driven me away from here. #1 they don't take cash! Well this seems to be more…read moreof a convienece for ownership and mgmt than it is a hassle to those who want to pay cash. I was given the "lame" excuse that it was easier on the employees to not have to make change and it reduces employee theft??!! Well that comes down to a management issue and simply training the employees correctly=lazy mgmt. #2 it's a hike and a complete hassel to park and walk there. #3 the prices! A medium medium 16 oz iced latte is pennies short of $7! More expensive than Starbucks.......they should be BELOW $$ Starbucks for no drive up, and Starbucks takes good old USA currency$$

Great food Bagel and lox had generous serving…read more Jelly was high quality Fantastic service Extremely attentive We will be back

Since I was back in the area for few days, I decided to go back to SAP as it's one of the few…read moreplaces in town that is farm to table. My experience this time around was a little bit more of a let down hence why I had to take one star off. When I went few months ago, I had burnt coffee which I chalked it up as a one time error. But it happened again with this visit, so that told me they don't really pay much attention to their coffee yet they have a whole menu dedicated to coffee. I also made a reservation on a Sunday knowing it fills up quick and that it might be hard to get a table, however, it was an hour and half before they close which means they tend to slow down around that time. Also, when making a reservation, it'll ask you if you want bar, dining area or patio. I chose dining area. Yet they called me an half hour before to see if I wanted to sit at the bar, which I told them twice in person I do not want to, and as a result the hostess gave me the annoyed/judgmental look down when I wasn't looking. As someone who has owned a family restaurant business for 30 years, that's a big no-no in terms of customer service. It's just rude and unnecessary. Also, they kind of really try to get customers out by 2, which is when they close. By standard at most restaurants, they need an extra hour after closing for customers to take their time with their meals rather than rushing through it, especially if you will sit them 20 minutes before closing time. I felt rushed, and I don't like that feeling at a place I'm trying to enjoy my meal. Would I come back here? Absolutely yes because their food is really the best for brunch in the area and it's cleaner. It just shouldn't be an excuse with certain things like what I mentioned above. P.S. if chicken and waffles happens to be one of the specials, get it. It's by far the best dish I've ever tried there and also my top 3 chicken & waffles that I've tried anywhere. SO GOOD!

Despite what the web site says, this isn't a retail coffee shop. The drinks on their web page for…read moresale aren't actually for sale. Don't get off the highway on your road trip to visit this "coffee shop".

Got some great freshly roasted coffee and had a long and informative conversation with Dan. He went…read moreout of his way to offer me suggestions and share his knowledge and spent a long time with me even though it was my first visit. It is nice to be able to support a local business and get such terrific service. Highest recommendation!

Quick rundown: Tasty food options, patient staff who are…read morehappy to explain anything to you. Slow walk-down: My friend and I had been burned and left wanting after a less than fruitful visit to another establishment earlier in the day...(see: my review of Lou's Brew Cafe). So we were hungry, parched, and looking for a quiet and cool respite from the raucous Mile of Music-ing. Maybe because we were already so low and just happy for anything, but I was truly very pleased with our visit here. Since they weren't hosting any concerts, it was pretty empty and quiet. Also it was, I think, within an hour of their closing time, but they didn't try to rush us out and did not make us feel like we were being difficult. And...we might have been a bit difficult. My friend had a lot of questions, specific dietary needs, and is pregnant so has some very specific wants. None of which is bad. Just sometimes...businesses and workers can get annoyed with even a single question. But here they did not. They were full of information and happy to share it, never hesitating to offer a recommendation or answer a question. Thank you for your patience and friendliness! I got an iced coffee of some kind. I don't know which one specifically...but I know it was delicious and it certainly hit the spot. I also got a piece of quiche. They had a looooong list of available kinds of quiche, they all looked delicious, so I just told them to choose one and surprise me. It was a little strange to see it delivered with grill lines on it, but I think they just used a panini press to heat it up. Which...hey, good use of existing kitchen tools! And it made the crust less soggy than one that was heated up in the microwave. It doesn't change the taste, and it was delicious. It also came served with some apple slices, which was a nice, tasty, refreshing surprise. My family members have a deep love for Copper Rock for coffee and breakfast foods. But I gotta tell ya....*whispers* I think Brewed Awakenings is betterrrrr! Give 'em a shot!

Service attitude and cleanliness are not good. Baked good was dry and should've been warmed up.read more

Cute little coffee shop with a drive thru. Plenty of seating inside with booths and a cozy feel…read more Loved their iced vanilla latte and breakfast bagel! The staff is also very sweet.

little coffee shop that has amazing baked goods & the best lattes. this spot is tucked away but…read moredefinitely a place to check out! it looks small from the outside but actually has a good amount of seating options inside. the only tough part is finding a parking spot! service is quick and the staff have always been friendly when I've visited :)