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    Shortwave Coffee

    4.3 (20 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Mindy P.

    I know this is a really popular cafe in the area, and the aesthetics are clean and modern. Drinks are a bit pricey though! I got an ice matcha latte that was $7+ and that felt a little too pricey for me. They also serve desserts too. Overall a nice place to get work done or meet with friends.

    Mint Mayday-  do you see the Mint in the right upper corner of my drink?
    Stephanie K.

    I love this spot for studying and working so I'm so glad another coffee place decided to open at this location. Only thing is..... they don't do Cold Foams. I know first world problems, right? I sucked it up and I got their Cookie Butter Latte iced & their Mint Mayday! Both were really yummy and not too sweet. Right amount of sweet for me. For Mint Mayday, I was like "Mint in coffee? I don't know about that"! Surprisingly, it was good and very refreshing. If I wasn't scared of acid reflux, I would've chugged it! Great space for work and study for solo and group. Outlets everywhere! Good lighting! Street meter parking (download parkmobile) Few pastries available, but no kitchen food. Friendly staff!

    Abigail R.

    This is such a massive space and I love the main area and the outdoor section. They are open until 8pm which is such a rarity. Popped in on a Sunday evening and ordered an iced matcha with honey. It was perfectly sweetened. Staff were friendly and the matcha was out fairly quickly. Great place to come and work. The music was a vibe but not too loud of distracting. I loved just hanging out and reading.

    Orlando P.

    Place that took over quarrelsome and they didn't came with some bang! Of course the same ambiance and it really nice. The service was amazing! The coffee was a good as well as some pastries!!

    Whitney S.

    My new favorite coffee shop. There's tons of space to work, great coffee, nice staff, and a quiet patio!

    Iced caramel latte
    Allison W.

    What a delightful stop on my way through the central West End! I use this frequently and it previously held another coffee shop that closed down. I'm so happy to see shortwave has opened in its place. Kind staff, quick service, and a delicious latte! Lots of seating (a good mix of two person booths, tables, and window/high top seating). I was surprised with how busy it was for noon on a Tuesday! I will absolutely be back and wish them nothing but continued success as people start making this their morning stop!

    White peony hot tea
    Carrie R.

    I was really excited to try shortwave and stopped by to do some homework. I ordered a tea and let staff know I'd be outside. I'm normally exceptionally patient when I notice a place is shortstaffed and/or busy, but was a bit confused why my tea had taken almost 20 minutes to prepare, and while the tables were filled inside, there wasn't an active line and it seemed to be not so much in a rush. I had asked one of the staff about it and it seemed as if my order was forgotten about. Totally fine, humans make mistakes! I didn't let it affect my judgement. The tea was otherwise delightful. About an hour or so later, I went to order a simit. I was pretty bummed when I learned that my order was, again, forgotten about when I had inquired about it. I want to give grace because this time around, they had been what I believe to be shortstaffed. Still, I am a bit disappointed in my first go here. I'm certain that this isn't truly what a shortwave experience should be and would like to give it another go next time.

    Vanilla Macha Latte , crossaint with frangipane filling

    Nice atmosphere, great esthetic! Sweet treats are good and original! Staff always nice and accommodating!

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    Very nice space . Clean , bright and great staff . I had a classic latte which was delicious. I wish they had more food offers than pastries

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    Beautiful new coffee shop that adds a community feel to the nearby neighborhoods. I'll be back to try more!

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    Northwest Coffee Roasting Company

    Northwest Coffee Roasting Company

    4.1
    (306 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    I've had this spot on my list for awhile, so when my husband wanted to do a coffee date, I thought…read moreit was the perfect time to try it! We have so many good coffee spots in the city and this one seemed so interesting to me! Parking was easy, we walked up and only had to wait a few minutes in line. The menu is awesome, and honestly, their food options are priced really fair. Coffee does seem on the expensive side (two lattes for ~$20) BUT it is speciality coffee afterall. You can also see where they're roasting it, so you know it's fresh. I got the s'mores latte and my husband got a dirty chai. They obsviously use super high quality ingredients AND make syrups in house. Very unique, fresh flavors in both mine and my husbands latte. And both were SO GOOD. Espresso was pulled perfect and had great taste. Their patio is awesome, they have a little indoor space in their greenhouse as well, but we opted for outside since it was a nice morning. It's a beautiful property, and if I ever need a place to sit and work, this would be it. If we lived walking distance, this spot would be dangerous. Definitely one of the more fresh, tastier coffee spots in the city!

    I had a delicious chicken salad sandwich and greyhound smoothie on a busy Sunday afternoon. Staff…read morewas sweet and there is always a place to sit inside or outside. Love it here and will always come when offered!

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    Park Avenue Coffee

    Park Avenue Coffee

    4.1
    (42 reviews)
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    Sorry y'all, I had to take a bite before the picture, but this bacon, egg, and croissant sandwich…read moreis sooooo good! I love when I can eat a breakfast sandwich without having to add jelly or jam to give it flavor. The egg portion is great, and the bacon tastes amazing. I also ordered the strawberry banana smoothie, and it was absolutely delicious, too! If you're looking for a great, clean, and quick place to grab a morning meal and a beverage, definitely check this spot out.

    I love what's happening in the Cortex area, and I'm glad there's a coffee shop nearby!…read more Check for street parking (paid with an app) and be prepared to walk a bit; I found a spot a block away at 9 AM on a weekday. I wasn't greeted when I entered and I didn't see a food menu, so I chose from the baked items in cases on the counter. The drink menu included many temping items, and a list of tea varieties was on the counter. Later, I noticed an LED screen was changing displays and did include some breakfast sandwich items that I missed. Maybe next time! My latte was good. The bacon cheddar scone was served at room temp and did not seem fully cooked; it had sticky batter in the middle. Unless I missed an adjoining room, seating is limited to counter stools and tables for two-- both high top and low options. There's plenty of outdoor seating, though it wasn't shaded when I visited. Several people were working at computers in the morning I dropped by, and a few tables of two were talking. I think it would be a stretch to have a larger group in the space.

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    Bel Air Social

    Bel Air Social

    4.2
    (21 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Stopped in randomly on Sunday to grab a bite before hitting the road. Food came quick and was…read moresteaming hot! This post is to commend the staff. They were amazing. One of the sandwiches came out a bit crispier than the other. No biggie to us but management came out and replaced the sandwich as it wasn't up to their standards. 10/10! Sat at the bar and ended up having a mimosa and the bar tender was the kindest sweetest individual. Overall the staff made this great and the food was tasty. I'm a fan

    Great place for Happy Hour. Classic Cocktails are only $10, Selected Draft Beer $5 and two…read moredifferent wines $8 a glass. If you're hungry and want a nosh, they've got Truffle Fries for $5. Those are some great prices. Our first bartender was Danielle and she made me an excellent Extra Dry Vodka Martini with a Twist. As I sipped my Martini, I enjoyed an order of Truffle Fries and the order was HUGE. Not knowing how big it was, my friend and I each ordered fries. We easily could have shared one and still had leftovers. My second classic cocktail was a, Old Fashioned. Being a fan of classic cocktails, I enjoy Happy Hours that offer them at reduced prices. Again, Danielle prepared a masterfully made cocktail. Danielle was very personable. My friend and I enjoyed chatting with her. Around 4 PM there was a shift change and we got me meet the next bartenders coming on duty. Sam and Kim didn't make us any drinks, but they were fun to banter with while we finished our cocktails. I thought the set up of the Social Club was cool. You've the bar in the center. Then the pizza and burger offerings each have their own kitchens. Also, beware that the restroom is not gender specific. It's one large room with separate stalls that have doors and walls that go floor to ceiling. You'll never know who's next door or what they're doing. I'll be back when the weather gets cooler to enjoy their large patio.

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