My first time going to Scribbles Coffee was a great experience. I moved to the area towards the end of last year and I'm glad I finally got to stop by. The atmosphere is very relaxing and chill. I love seeing all different ages of people coming and enjoying the coffee and pastries. I'm excited to go to Scribbles once school starts back up! Last note the staff is very friendly, I told them it was my first time there and they explained everything and helped me pick a drink out based on what I like. read more

Good coffee options are not a problem in Kent, so where you go is more a matter of style and ambience than quality. In my view, Scribbles has the funkiness and coziness that nearby Tree City lacks. Both places present good college town coffee options, but whereas the latter, on the average morning, is a sea of laptops and cell phones captained by tweeting, texting, video-watching undergrads (no, they aren't doing homework), the former is a quiet, downstream retreat where one can still hear occasional conversations between actual people. The chalkboard of espresso concoctions that you see to the right of the counter as you walk in is awesome: it's a lineup of $3 classics such as the cortado and the affogato that reminds you how nice good espresso can taste when not diluted by a deluge of milky liquid on top. Order yours in a for-here cup, sip slowly, and enjoy the peace and quiet. read more

This place has a really cool vibe. Small, quaint, super nice staff, lots of coffee and tea options. Reasonably priced. However, my latte was underwhelming. The espresso didn't shine through and left me with pumpkin spice flavored milk. I will, however, be back hoping to try some black coffee to give this place the true taste test. I want to add stars to this review, so I'm hoping my next experience is better on the coffee end. read more

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This is a popular local hangout spot for youngsters and hipsters. Been here twice. Coffee was not memorable and seating is a bit crammed. Uninteresting book collection, reasonably friendly baristas. read more

Small, quiet place up the road with window seating in the front room and a back room with no windows, but merchandise on sale. Across from what looks like a grain mill, so you WILL think you're in Kansas. Coffee was decent if unexceptional. Small, endearing mom & pop place. read more

This place is my home away from home - it is AMAZING. The employees are welcoming and more than willing to help you out with what to order if you need help. They support local artists by selling their artwork and also help other locals by selling their cookies scones, etc. in the display area. The back is surrounded by books that anyone can pick up to read on their couches or at their tables. Each table has it's own piece of paper on it with crayons and colored pencils to draw on. In the summer they have chalk that you can decorate the side walk with. On some days of the week the coffee shop offers a place for a local folk band to practice, playing calming music in the back. They have free wi-fi and a bathroom for the public to use. Their tea is the BEST and their coffee is great too. You haven't lived until you've visited this place! read more

Amazing barristas, all are friendly, they have a ton of flavorings and styles, and their cold teas are great too (I just wish they had more than one type a day...) I love the logo, the coffee, and if you're a book worm, the hangout in the back is heaven. read more

GREAT COFFEE SHOP! 10/10 Cold Brew with toffee nut was DELICIOUS! Atmosphere was great, loved being able to draw while chatting with my gals

I have been going to this place for 4 years now and would never get coffee from a Starbucks or Tree City compared to Scribbles. The selection of drinks is awesome, and you can substitute for soy and almond milk. Also, they have a wide variety of baked goods which are vegan and gluten free. If you want to feel adventurous or try something you have had brewing in your mind for awhile, their baristas can make it happen. Scribbles is a perfect atmosphere for when the Kent weather isn't the best. You can bring your computer and grab a coffee and a table right next to the windows and watch the city go by on a drizzly day. It is also a great spot on a hot summer day when you're out and about and want to stop in for something cold and refreshing. read more

This a great place to just hang out. I like to just get a coffee and read. Also during college I used to just sit study. It's also a great place to meet people. It's very popular place. read more

Such a great place to grab some matcha lattes and do school work (: one of my favorite spots in Kent!

I hung out a lot here a few years ago. The pastries were home made, the coffee was consistent, the prices were fair, and the atmosphere was great for studying. The owners were great and treated their employees well, and the family that owned it was amazing. I have stopped back in pretty recently a few times now that I'm back in school, and I can say with certainty that I will not be making Scribbles my place for coffee-fueled study this time around. The shop changed hands last year and the quality of the place has really taken a downturn. The new owners are really reactionary to criticism and my favorite barista got fired because of an overblown complaint. The once home baked pastries are now really obviously bought in bulk and sold as though they are still made in small batches. The new owners can't pull an espresso shot and don't know about coffee as evidenced by both my verbal interactions with them and their newer menu offerings. And as for the prices, well, I stopped in the other day and paid $2 for a small to-go cup of bitter light roast. Additionally, the once study friendly atmosphere has been replaced by a family friendly one, with kids running around being loud and the dim, soft lights replaced by strong, bright ones. It's atrocious. Given that many of their blends are now produced by Bent Tree, you're better off going a block up the road and grabbing a cup there - they'll make it better and you'll pay a fair price. read more

This place exemplifies what a small town, family-owned coffee shop should be. The prices are reasonable, the drinks are well made and prepared quickly and the space is comfortable and acts as a meeting place for both those in the neighborhood as well as those visiting. It really is a lovely environment with friendly service and great little snacks and treats. I love stopping in to grab a drink or hanging out to work on a project. There's often music or poetry reading in the evenings as well. Best coffee shop in Kent. read more

My family and I came across this place while we were in Kent for a few days. What a find! We loved their coffee and they have some of the most unique flavor combinations and lots to choose from! The atmosphere was very nice for sitting and relaxing with your coffee as well. I would go back to Kent for this place alone. read more

Cute coffee shop. The lady behind the counter definitely treated her regular customers differently then us, much more kind to them mostly because she was busy and knew there order I believe. Prices are very high. read more

Nice, comfortable space, free wifi, some tasty coffee, and a nice location, but the 2 hour parking limit could be a problem if you want to stay to study or work. read more

Love this place! It's artsy, comfortable, and friendly. Not your boring old Starbucks or other franchise chain coffee shops. It offers a variety of tea & hot drink combinations that other coffee shops don't have. You can also enjoy a table outside in the fresh air or indoors surrounded by book shelves, art, and gifts. The prices are fair, there's lots of privacy & the service is always great! can't say enough about this cute little gem of a shop :) read more

Creative coffee joint with personable staff. I love the library and paper on the tables for you to draw or write. My favorite part is the variety they offer; they have tons of different syrups like marshmallow and lavender and gives you the opportunity to make your drink your own. (Especially if you're sick of the same old things on the menu at Starbucks.) read more

Cute place tucked a block from the main drag. Too bad the window seats look at the big trucks parked at the mill. Still window seats are my favorite. And free wifi - I worked all morning sipping a triple-shot latte and munching a muffin. Well, coffee was a little bitter and served in a paper cup - yet I came in, put down my brief case, took off my hat/coat. Looks like I'm stay, ya? Forgot to ASK for a real mug. Served with lid on - no latte art? And I would like a clean table. I wiped it myself...grrrr. It rates 3 stars more by default on lack of good options in Kent. Back room offers comfortable sitting and very relaxed atmosphere, and atmosphere IS a real plus here. Some simple attention to detail would prove some easy, no cost improvements. The morning I was there, decent jazz was playing in the background adding to the ambiance. read more

I like this local business because the people work there are always so nice. And they do have nice coffee, they also let you entertain with the huge white drawing paper on the table. They also put books there just in case u are boring haha. read more

Great coffee and atmosphere. A little hole in the wall place. Price are good, I got a Large Mocha for $4. They have seating in the back, which is boardered with bookcases! read more

I love the ambience of this place, been coming here for years. However, I had to take to Yelp to report that the quality of their coffee has taken a serious plunge lately. The drip coffee is so weak, even the dark roast just tastes like coffee-flavored water, with a nice mouthful of grounds waiting for you at the bottom. This is frustrating because as a café they should offer something a step up from a Keurig-quality brew, but sadly I've felt like I'm wasting my money here lately. I hope they can retrain the baristas or else I'll have to go on the prowl for a stronger cup, which will be a shame because this is my favorite spot in town to meet with friends or just sit and read. There are just too many other options these days to settle for a translucent cup of joe. read more

Wonderful place. My son had the iced eggnog latte and loved it!

Coffee was great and the shape was filled with great local screen print art for sale.

Some friends and I came for Potterfest and saw that Scribbles had become Madame Puddifoot's for the occasion. They figured out a way to make a vegan version of the butterbeer frappe! Delicious. read more

I love this place so much! Such an awesome chill atmosphere for doing homework or judging hanging out with people . The staff is super nice and the coffee is so good people! read more

Our whole family loves scribbles. Great fair-trade coffee, lots of books to peruse and purchase (if desired) for a steep discount over the marked prices, small tables, wi-fi and crayons to color on the paper table covers in the back. We bring games in the winter and meet friends for their fantastic (and big) muffins and coffee or tea. They host live music sometimes and are an Around Town" performance site for the Kent State Folk Festival. It's also just a block or two off the bike trail by the Crain Street Bridge. We love this coffee house. read more

A wonderful coffee shop in Kent! It's just down on Water Street. I believe it has a great view of the Flour Mill across the street that transports you to another time/era. My wife and I have lived in several big cities and quite enjoy the view from the front windows or outside. The service is exceptional and the barista's make a great latte. I'd bet it's the best in town beating out Starbucks and Tree City by far. The back room has books for you to read. Students and local townfolk here make it a good place to be read more

This place has owners that truly care about their community. My husband loves their brews, and I love that they support their local schools! You really can't get any better than Scribbles! read more

Amazing Chi Tea Latte! I when there on a bumble bizz date to discuss resume building and it was the perfect setting. It was very warm and cozy, and quiet enough to still have a good conversation! The pastries were also soooo good! read more

Fair trade coffee, WiFi and a laid back atmosphere with very friendly owners and staff. Scribbles is also a book store! Scribbles is a little away from downtown so make the trip north on Water street to find it. Currently there is construction on the nearby bridge so you will need to enter from downtown, but when the bridge is finished it will be very easy to access. read more

This is one of my favorite places in Kent. It is the perfect local, cozy coffee shop. It's a great place to go when you have a lot of work to do and you don't want to be in a stressful environment. The coffee is great, the food is great too. read more

Like a favorite pair of jeans, Scribbles fits like a glove. The shop is comfortable lacking the sterile corporate feel of other coffee spots in town. Being there is like going to hang out at a friends house for a while and drinking some of the best fair trade and organic coffee ever...period. The drink menu has stand by's that you can count on and also new selections that keep it interesting. Affogato? Had no idea what this deliciousness was before Scribbles. Scribbles is the only place in town that will oblige your request for a bulletproof coffee....tell your Paleo friends to stop in and prepare to be amazing and satisfied! Kick ass kombucha on tap? Check Matcha green tea? Check I also appreciate that they have a decent selection of snacks that are healthy and delicious. Super friendly staff that will take a minute to explain a drink or help you find something new too. :) Missing this place as we have moved away but I'll def stop back in when we visit family and friends. read more

I love this place! It is one of the places I always go when I am home in Kent. They have tons of different latte syrups, and they are all on display for you to see. You can mix and match them in a latte or frozen drink. Super kitschy and funky, and a great place to catch up with friends. read more

After my husband had two of the worst cups of coffee ever (at other places in Kent), we went online to find this place. So glad we did! It was great - small, cute, cozy, and with great (locally roasted, I think?) coffee, and good snacks too. A good selection of organic teas, a small selection of gifts, and shelves full of books just made it all the better. The front room is nice and sunny, the back room is surrounded by bookcases and has comfy chairs. This is what a cafe should be like. read more

Friendly, efficient service with creative choices that are provided in a quant setting with plenty of parking.

The perfect coffee shop for everyone. Such a homey, welcoming, unique atmosphere with a beautiful hearted staff. Delicious baked good & snacks for sale along with the many flavored coffee options. Great environment for good conversation or to complete paperwork. Love the atmosphere & comfortable seating available. One of the best coffee shops in the kent area! read more

Cute little coffee shop! Delicious baked goods, great drinks, and a quirky environment that really captures the spirit of downtown kent, the students on campus, ajdnthe whole community. read more

Scribbles - a relaxed afternoon with a great cup of coffee! I went for their Congo blend and it was amazing, I was sad that my 20 ounce coffee went by so quick. Also - the free wi-fi and a comfortable couch was a good call. Highly recommend this coffee shop - accepting credit cards with a square reader was a plus as well. read more

Comfortable atmosphere, tables to draw on, and delicious coffee. What more could you want? Great place to kick back and read a book, work on a laptop, or go on a date. I spend 90% of my lunch breaks here. Doubt that's going to change. read more