Looking for some good coffee in the Burg but you're tired of going to the same café?Don't trip, I…read moregot you. It's lowkey a hidden gem that I've been gatekeeping, it's worth the hype tho. Drifters Café is the kind of place you stumble into once and wonder how you ever lived without it. Tucked away in Harrisonburg, it's got a relaxed, unpolished charm that feels instantly inviting like your cool friend's loft but with better espresso. The coffee? Legit. Smooth, bold, and just the right amount of creative. Their iced Mexi Mocha hits you with a hint of spice that somehow makes you feel more awake and alive than your average caffeine fix. What sets Drifters apart is how effortlessly comfortable it feels. There's no forced aesthetic or overly curated playlist just friendly people, natural light, and a space that feels like it was made for slowing down. Whether you're catching up with a friend, deep in your laptop, or just people watching over a hot latte, it never feels like you're overstaying your welcome. If you're looking for good coffee, a chill and friendly atmosphere, or you just want to lock in and get some work done. Drifters is where you want to be

Searching Yelp for breakfast is one of my favorite activities while I'm out of town. I saw this…read moreplace and decided it looked pretty good. The place was pretty empty at 7:30am on a Saturday morning, but I'm not complaining at all. Service was really good. I got the avocado bagel with everything seasoning on top and a vanilla latte. Both were made well. I was expecting an avocado spread, but was nicely surprised when I saw that it was actual slices of avocado. It was delicious and kept me full for a good amount of time! I loved it here and would return.

Coffee Shop No. 483 Black Sheep Coffee…read moreHarrisonburg, VA March 23, 2025 I have a wishlist of towns and coffee shops; some of the places are chosen for their ratings, their location, and others I've selected because of their name. This coffee shop mad the list because of their name. Black Sheep Coffee sits on the corner of the historic town of Harrisonburg, Virginia. The coffee shop is bright and open. The baristas were friendly and engaging. The left side of the coffee shop is perfect for groups studying or just hanging out or if you prefer sipping your cortado solo than you can settle into one of the comfy leather wingback chairs. Enjoying life one cortado at a time!

I absolutely loved this place. I was a regular for quite sometime where I would sit for hours just…read moreon my laptop or reading a book.. needless to say that it's quiet almost therapeutic. The coffee selection is pretty generic but hits the spot! The baristas were always friendly and knew my order :)

It was okay, staff was friendly. But coffee was ehh. Would…read moregive it another shot though.

Biggby Coffee is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. They have a nice, modern location and…read moretheir traditional espresso beverages taste as good as any in the area. Still looking forward to trying their food options, but for now I can say the coffee has been really good! I think some weeks they even have a buy-one-get-one on Wednesdays.

Loveee that they allow dogs inside! Super cute and quaint coffee shop. We tried the medium and dark…read moreroast drip and americano, all delicious. Easy parking in the lot with assigned spaces.

Im going against my own rule here. Any time a coffee shop puts only 2 shots of espresso in a 16 oz…read moreAmericano, it gets an automatic max 3 stars. Especially here, where the 50 cents extra cost between 12 and 16 ounce Americano is basically for a half cup of extra water. But after ordering 2 extra shots, my drink was delicious. The other drinks we ordered - chai and blackberry mocha were very good as well. Four stars.

Love this coffee spot near the EMU campus in Harrisonburg! My wife and I ordered a cappuccino and…read moreamericano during a lunch break in January 2026 while driving from northern VA to Blacksburg, VA. It was well-worth going out of our way to stop here. A huge step up in quality from Starbucks. The interior is pleasant and cozy while you wait. Service was friendly on a Saturday afternoon at 1:30pm - they will add a splash of whole milk to your cafe americano if you ask. If you have folks who are picky about coffee, this is the place to bring them!

Discovered this delightful gem of a coffee shop during my college son's visit on winter break. He…read moreloves coffee and we decided to try this spot. Merge Coffee has incredible coffee, well crafted specialty drinks, and delicious pastries. The comfy seating is hard to beat, and the service by the staff is wonderful as well. We visited multiple times during my son's break and will be back again soon! I highly recommend this coffee stop for anyone with a coffee craving!

Love a classic afternoon tea that won't break the bank? Heritage Cafe is the place. Enjoyed the…read moreFull Tea, which included unlimited tea, 3 savory sandwiches, 3 sweets, and a fresh generously sized scone (today's flavor was lemon and ginger). Seriously, these were some of the best scones I've ever had - crispy sweet outer texture, soft and fluffy on the inside, no crumbly mess like other scones. Wide selection of teas to choose from - I picked the lightly fruity Lady Grey, my husband the warm and toasty Genmaicha. And the savory sandwiches were a step up from the basic white bread standard - roast beef on a pretzel bun, tuna on a croissant, open faced cucumber, chicken with roasted red pepper spread. A lovely way to spend a late morning or early afternoon in downtown Harrisonburg.

Perfect! We got iced coffee and two pastries and everything was amazing! The staff are super…read morefriendly and nice. This is a must visit spot !

Adorable cafe. I love the tea selection. The owner is super nice. There was a pair of earring and I…read moreasked if there was a second one for my friend and she made some for me within a week. Definitely super knowledgeable about teas. We had a nice pot while WFH.

My husband and I stopped by Harrisonburg, VA during our weekend getaway trip. We found out there…read morewas a cat cafe, and as cat lovers, we knew we had to swing by. We loved it! The location was spacious -- there's the cafe side where they make drinks and have plenty of tables/seating and the cat playground side where you can play with cats! If you don't want to play with the cats, you can just watch them from the cafe side. We ordered our drinks and made a 1-hour reservation to play with the adorable kittens. The reservation process was pretty easy -- we didn't have to wait long because it wasn't so busy. You can reserve online or walk-in, then you just sign a waiver. It was so much fun playing with the cats. They are well taken care of and have plenty of toys. I also appreciated how clean and hygienic the space was (they have hand sanitizers and cloth covers you put over your shoes before you enter the kitty space). You can also bring your drinks inside. I also want to mention that the drinks here are amazing. I've been to a few cat cafes before -- some just offered packaged snacks/drinks and some had a fully functioning cafe but the drinks were okay. This cat cafe had all kinds of teas and coffee/espresso drinks. They also have special seasonal drinks. My husband and I got the Vietnamese Matcha and were pleasantly surprised at how delicious it was. Wasn't expecting this cat cafe to actually be as good as a neighborhood cafe! I will definitely be coming back here if we are ever in the area again!

We stopped by Cinnamon Bear on a road trip and I'm so glad we found it!…read more It is a cute local cafe right next to the college campus. The have a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, bowls, and baked goods, and plenty of tables to sit at. We ordered sandwiches (sun-dried ham panini, breakfast sandwich), coffee and shared a cinnamon roll as a treat- it was wonderful! I would definitely recommend cinnamon bear for a yummy lunch or for a baked treat with coffee!

The Peppermint mocha was YUM!!!!! Perfect balance with the syrup to make you feel Christmas season…read morein the air. The sandwich was "ok". For the high price, you should definitely get another egg.

Every time we visit JMU, we stop at Bella Gelato. Flavors are exceptional. Some of the best coffees…read moreand gelatos we've had anywhere. Coffee flavors are "balanced", not artificially sugary and not bitter, they're subtly sweet. Great caffeine hit after dinners and lunches across the street. Service has been friendly and welcoming every+single+time.

Very pleasant and friendly service. Not a ton of selections but very tasty gelato for sure. Small…read moreseating area and chill vibe.

Absolutely 1 of 2 best breakfast spots in Harrisonburg. Our other favorite is Heritage bakery…read more.. the theme of bakery lets you know that both places make all their bread and baked goods fresh! They don't gave thousands of dishes but every dish is thoughtful and each ingredient necessary to pull off the perfect bite. I think the fig pig tartine might be one of the best things I've eaten in a long time. The fig jam on freshly baked sourdough with fresh prosciutto and white cheddar, nutty arugula and the perfect sprinkle of lemon jest completes the dance in your palate. It's a must get. If you want something hearty... the sweet and hot breakfast biscuit will hit the spot. The jalapeño mixed with pear jam on a freshly baked biscuit... and the gooey white cheddar... so so good! Everything is fresh and delicious! A lot of breakfast places serve burnt industrial coffee... but they serve the coffee from Chestnut Ridge which is just across the street in the basement... but it's amazing! Fresh squeezed orange juice is pricey but delicious and the decor is beautiful! Get here before the doors open and wait in line or you'll have to wait a bit. But you can get on the waitlist and go to the stores across the street.

The Plus: Lovely bright dining space, friendly servers, and delightful food options, some with a…read moreSouthern spin. I appreciated that they were able to give me half/half on the greens and roasted potatoes as sides for the frittata. The Okay: service fell a bit short at times. They forgot about my partner's coffee. But I'll chalk this up to them being really busy. My partner wasn't too crazy about his breakfast sandwich, stating that the bread used was a bit too fluffy. All in all, would definitely give them another try.