Coffee was really good, would most definitely come back again... There is always clientele, no matter the time of day! Which tells a lot! Really delicious place read more

My favorite place to get matcha also to get pastries by HAYET ALBI CO-OP BAKERY 10/10 :) I love this place read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Valentines donuts - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

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Dear Slow Bloom Coffee, Thank you for existing! I am so glad my favorite baristas from Augie's came together to make SBC! I have missed my favorite Honey Cinnamon Latte with Oat Milk since before the pandemic. And no one has ever done it as good as my favorite baristas. When I finally made it to your stand-alone coffee shop, I thought how cute it looked inside. It was so welcoming. And the best part was that I got to savor my first sip of HCLwOA! It was just what I was looking for! I can't wait to be back and tell my friends all about the best coffee in the IE! I'll see you again soon, SBC! Thank you, Wendy Notes: Located in Redlands. Please make a stop into this shop if you're passing through the 10 freeway! (You're welcome) read more

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My first yelp review ever! And it's not because I'm mad. I was running early for an appointment nearby and remembered a friend recommended this place. Checked out the menu ahead of time because I'm one of those people. I was still a bit intimidated because I'm usually just a mocha frap person (I never know what to order) and this looked like a "real" coffee place but the cashier was great. It was pretty packed but he was patient when I responded with confused silence when he asked what kind of milk I would like. I went with oat. The service was quick and great. And the coffee was delicious. read more

My family has been dying to try slow bloom so we took a special trip out to Redlands just before the holidays. We were all excited to try our drinks. I even decided to get 2 for myself (maple praline latte and cafe de olla). The line was long and the place was packed. What could go wrong? We waited a while before we could finally get a table and I wish I could say it was worth the wait but it certainly wasn't. I don't get the hype. Is it crowded because it's the new hipster hangout or what? The drinks were a huge disappointment. The cafe de olla was just sad. You can tell the coffee is watery, lacks body and flavor which they try to hide behind spices. The spices weren't bad but with a sad watery coffee the drink was lackluster at best. The maple praline - blasé and simply put BLAND. It just wasn't special. And for the price? Oof you would hope the drinks would be better than mid but that wasn't the case. I didn't finish mine. No one in my family liked their drinks. What are the odds? Skip it. read more

My sister and I drove 30 minutes here because we heard it was good and were looking for a new coffee spot to try. Slow Bloom is so cute and it's in this tiny parking lot and the building itself looks like it could've been an old lady Christian book store or something. The windows are really cool and the day we went it was gray and overcast (finally) and it just felt like a cool coffee shop in the desert. Inside it's kind of small but it shouldn't deter you from studying or getting some work done here because there are outlets to plug into. There's also plenty of outside seating all around the perimeter of the building. I tried the slow pour coffee with the beans being from Ethiopia and the coffee was TO-DIE-FOR I also recommend the pastries and had the pumpkin loaf and it calmed my nerves and made me feel like I was home. I've been going full-throttle for the past seven days and coming here forced me to just slow down and enjoy this slow pour, Ethiopian coffee. The city itself has a slower vibe and it's just what I needed. If you want to disappear for the day and just recalibrate yourself, Slow Bloom is the place. read more

Easily best coffee in Redlands. Maybe all of IE? I usually frequent Play in Orange. They are fast on bar. Hip little spot. Good bean selection. read more

Slow Bloom Coffee opened the door in Feb 2022 and started by 16 former employees of Augie's Coffee who tried to unionize and were laid off. The story was even featured in The New York Times and it is currently an employee-owned & profit-sharing coffee shop with their own union. Our party came at 9:30 AM on Saturday and there was no waiting line at first, but 15 minutes later a waiting line began to form. [Parking]: There's a small & free private parking lot and parking shouldn't be an issue. [Menu]: In addition to your typical coffee/espresso menu (Americano, espresso, drip, cortado, latte, cold brew, and tonic), they offer four different pour over options as well as few selective fall seasonal drinks (e.g. PSL or pumpkin spice latte). For baked goods, Slow Bloom Coffee collaborates with Hayet Albi Bakery (a Lebanese bakery) and you'll find Arab donuts (e.g. Fig + Leaf, Knefeh, Chocolate + Halva, Hibiscus + Rose, and Turkish Coffee) and cookies (Tahini chocolate chip and Date Ma'amoul). [Atmosphere]: Spacious outdoor patio area and indoor space has a disco ball. *** Latte (hot & medium, $4.75): It's hard to say latte here was the best cup I have ever had given there are tons of great third wave coffee shops in LA, but the drink was pretty solid. *** I am not surprised that this is the perhaps best coffee shop in town given all other coffee options in the nearby area. What I really regret was not trying Arba donuts. Not sure whether I will get another opportunity to visit Redland, but it's good to know there's a good coffee shop in this neighborhood. read more

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The DRINKS AND PASTRIES, 10/10!! Service.... Needs work :( Seems like good service is hard to come by these days, so that's what I look for the most when I try new spots. Cashier and Barista did not look too thrilled about newbie customers. Sorry I didn't know where the straws were, but having attitude for a small question is crazy. Both didn't even care to have eye contact. I wish they would find joy in their work because that drink and snack made my day for how yummy and creative it was. Would come back but if I'm hit with "I hate my life and job," service, I'll find a new spot. Advice- I know jobs suck, you'll never find one you'll love, that's life! But don't burden guests with ur self hatred n pity, be nice, it's better for ur heart and aura read more

LOVED! so happy I decided to drop in. I ordered the iced matcha latte with honey cinnamon. They also offer vegan donuts. The space is comfortable and I saw good seating outside as well. read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Iced matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

It was my first time trying this place and I was really excited about it! The coffee is pretty good but the baristas are kind of rude which is a bummer it seems like they pick and choose who they are nice to, really cute place but I don't think i'll be returning bc of the service read more

Absolutely lovely coffee shop! Friendly staff, high quality coffee and craftsmanship and awesome interior decor and architecture . Great patio as well! My husband ordered a fall tonic and loved it and I got an iced oolong tea which was lovely when I didn't want too much caffeine. read more

The coffee I got was of the seasonal coffee selection. The Iced toasted coconut lattee and it was absolutely tasty. The service was nice and helpful, with speedy handoff. Come here if you are looking for a chill vibe or somewhere intimate to study. (Picture is my friend's matcha, which she loved) read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - iced matcha w/ vanilla - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

I went for the first time, and oh man, their stuff is really good! I ordered the lavender vanilla latte and the Hugo Grey. Both were so good. I also grabbed a couple of the donuts that were featured there. They were OK. Prices are a little on the higher side, but you know, the coffee is really good, so I figure you're getting what you pay for. ‍ read more

If you would like to watch your baristas life drain from their face as they roll their eyes for asking a simple question this is your place. 2 stars because the drink was fine, but not condescending fine. read more

Trendy coffee spot that has a wide option of coffee. I tried the strawberry matcha and appreciated that it tasted like they used real strawberries. The wait was a little long though so I don't think it's worth a revisit. read more

Rad little retro coffee shop in an old 1950/60s building with old colored glass widows. Great Cortado coffee with great taste!

We love to support a local business, and are very excited that Slow Bloom has been well received and supported by the community! Many of the baristas are now familiar faces since following their story through the pandemic, and that has since afforded a very home town feeling vibe whenever we stop by. The oat milk vanilla iced latte is such a solid go to, as well as their honey cinnamon latte and their seasonal drinks that you have to try out before they filter out! I haven't had a chance to try any of the food that they've featured, but I'm confident that they are to par with their drink quality. Visiting for a cup of coffee feels like linking up with an old friend. I definitely attribute that welcoming feeling to the transparency and just the genuine people that are involved with Slow Bloom. Can't recommend this place enough! read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Read their story! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Went in for the first time today. The vibe was great, the staff was friendly, and the coffee was amazing! I'll be back for sure!

Quick and friendly service! I got the lavender fog slush, a bit too sweet for my tasting. They have wifi & tables inside, however they are always filled up quickly. There are also tables & seats outside, however it is too hot & there are no outlets outside. If you want to come here to read & study, it would be good, but if you need to work & use a laptop, I would not recommend. read more

One of my favorite coffee shops I've discovered of late. The service was swift, friendly, & very knowledgeable. Bought some of their beans they roasted themselves and it came with a free cup of coffee. The filter drip was tasty and smooth with no bitterness. The highlight of the day was their pumpkin drink; it was one of my favorites I've ever had. On weekends they serve Lebanese donuts and the one we had was great. The vibe of the shop was awesome with ample seating inside and out. My only gripe is its popularity, the line was out the door was out the door but you can't fault them for anything. You can only pour espresso so quickly! read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

I am so very grateful when I come across excellent coffee shops like Slow Bloom. I look forward to visiting my daughter often so I can have more of this coffee. We arrived around 7:30 on a Sunday. The outside is very unassuming and a little set back from the street. There's an even more unassuming "Coffee" sign at the street; we almost passed it up. The outside reminded me of an old A&W lol Once you step inside, you are in the cutest coffee oasis. There are several well spaced tables along one wall and the back of the shop - one person was reading the paper, another working on their laptop. Yes, it's welcoming. There's also seating outside under a simple shade. Service was kind, friendly and prompt. After we ordered, more people started trickling in - they obviously know what's up. On to the coffee. In a word: spectacular. I can't comment on the coffee drinks because I'm a purist. We chose a Colombian pour over and a Guatemalan drip that was already made. I went ahead and added a bit of sugar and oat milk to the drip. Delicious. But the stand out was the Columbian pour over with its citrus and chocolate notes. I could have had a liter and been thankful for the jitters hahaa We also tried three different croissants and a coffee cake muffin, which was the star of pastries. I hope Redlands never loses Slow Bloom; it's a true gem. read more

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Slow Bloom Coffee Overall Rating: 10/10 Overview: My girlfriend and I always get the Chai and Matcha latte. It hits the spot every time. Of all the places I have had a chai latte, Slow Bloom's is the richest. Their Matcha latte is also very rich and flavorful, it could compete with LA's Dulce coffee shop (although Slow Bloom doesn't offer the blueberry flavor). Although I have not gotten their drip, cold brew, or black coffees, their lattes are very on point. Pro: - When dining in, they serve you with a glass cup - Their wifi is pretty quick - Nice cool environment - Plenty of parking - Super friendly staff - Has extending outdoor patio seating Cons: - is a fairly pricey (especially if you need accommodations such as almond milk) - seating can get harder to come around as many students fill this place up Conclusion: From an avid coffee drinker, this place hits my list of all time greats. If this place is your first time getting into lattes, stay away. You need to go to worse places to truly appreciate the flavor, richness, and depth of their lattes. All jokes aside, I completely recommend this place and would love to somehow see the expression of surprise and joy on your face. read more

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Great customer service! Grabbed a cold brew to stay caffinated for a long drive to the bay area. It was AMAZING! It was so good in fact, that I went and bought a bag of beans so I can brew it at home. Cool and hip ambiance with a disco ball. However, it was really busy on a Saturday afternoon so seating was limited. Overall a really cool spot! I'm glad we stopped by. read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Cold Brew and Arm in Arm beans - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

We decided to try this place out since it was on the way to the dealership to get an oil change. First off, don't be fooled by the exterior. Surprisingly, the interior looks like a cute coffee shop inside. The cashier was not the friendliest, but attentive. The menu is on the counter so you have to think fast. It might have been nice to see it on the one blank wall next to the brewing station. Prices are very reasonable. The dopio was bitter. Not sure it's supposed to be bitter? The cappuccino was really good but the temperature was not hot enough. It got cold after a few sips. I'm glad we tried it. It's always nice to try something different than the siren. read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Slow bloom. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

While it was slow to arrive, Slow Bloom is off to a fast start. It has an unique history, that you can Google or read about by their cream station. On Saturday and Sunday mornings, they are quite popular, see my Tip regarding parking. There are some indoor and outdoor seating. We found the staff helpful and engaging. We were fortunate and had inside seating, and enjoyed the vibe. We had an Americano and a Café Latte with Almond Milk, see pic. The Americano was okay - straight up coffee. This was better than the big national brand, a bit milder but still retained a bite. The Café Latte was one of the better ones in the area: the almond probably added a hint of sweetness and it was smooth. As a suggestion, we bought our coffee drinks here and went to a local sweet shop, see my other reviews, for munchies to go with them. read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Cafe Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

The coffee at Slow Boom is good with no complaints there. But the prices feel questionable for what you get. The tipping setup is the biggest drawback: it automatically defaults to $1, $2, or $3, even on a $3 cup of coffee. That means you're being nudged toward tipping 33%, 66%, or even 100% before tax, which feels excessive. On top of that, there are a few individuals here who, if you don't leave a tip, you can immediately see it on their face and the customer service goes out the door. Good coffee, but the pricing and tip culture take away from the overall experience. read more

Well, Chai tea with oat milk iced with sweetener was delicious! I enjoyed it so much I forgot to take a picture lol I am planning on coming back! I love their glass windows and super light and lit up area. I like the outdoor sitting as well and their supporting local restaurant next door. It just gives you a whole vibe. I love that this shop is on the opposite side of Redlands. It shows a lot of character on the business itself. My friend had a matcha drink and while I keep avoiding matcha for some reason I did try hers and it was delicious as well. They do have herbal non caffeinated teas for those who can't have the insane amount of coffee most Americans do everyday. No worries, they have variety in their menu. They just opened but it's already such a cute study place and a must try! read more

Drink: Hot Vanilla Latte with whole milk. Had good flavor. Couldn't taste the coffee as much as I like to, and it was cool enough to chug. I like my coffee HOT! The one and only good thing about McD's and S+arbucks does right. Haha. Very woke atmosphere. Didn't want to stay. First time here. Not going to leave a bad review, but it's not my scene. Just getting tires next door and it was really the only option. I still say Stells makes the best coffee in town. My review may annoy some of you, but it's my review. read more

Not only was the mango Thai tea not good, it was flat out bad. Do not recommend ! Also the black sesame latte was just syrupy. I don't understand the hype or long lines. I trashed both drinks. Flavor and customer service not there. What a waste of $12.50. read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Black sesame latte and mango Thai Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Overall pretty good coffee place, cool ambience. Love the fact that it is a co op and the story behind how they opened is so important. Kind of small though and the coffee and matcha, while good, were in my opinion a tad overpriced for the amount. $8 for a 12 oz matcha seems like a lot read more

got a basic iced vanilla latte, and it was good:p i came here to study and get some work done. there's plenty of seating area, especially outside!! i loved how the place is decorated as well. i'll be comin back read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - iced vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

This place is awful!!! The workers were rude and drink was made wrong. I would not recommend going to this place. Very rude!

It is such a shame that this cute little coffee spot with cute drinks and pastries has quite literally the worst customer service ever. Every single time I walk in, the person taking orders will literally just stare at me in silence until I order.. it's so off putting! Three times I've tried to come in and order and the staff is so unwelcoming. This kind of service makes you want to leave immediately. 0 stars if i could for such an ugly attitude :/ Do yourself a favor and stay far away. read more

Great choices of food, abundance of charm, and a cozy neighbor atmosphere. Slow Bloom is a great community and addition to the Redlands area. The drinks themselves rotate often, but they all have great flavor profiles and high quality which does not waver. The scones and muffins available in partnership with other local companies also taste delicious. I've come here three times now, sometimes to do work. The actual space itself is nice with the outdoor patio area as an option (perhaps better without the heat). The indoor seating is quite hard to snag, but there are generally counter seats available. I am looking forward to trying the Riverside location once they open up. read more

Matcha lattes at Slow Bloom Coffee are sooooooooooooooo d*mn addictive .... You HAvE to come here read more

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We found this quaint little coffee shop while visiting a family member at a local hospital. We were greeted with a warm welcome and our coffee was made exactly as ordered... it was PERFECT! So smooth and so tasty. The Barista, Melody (who is also part owner) made our drinks extra special by adding a "Tulip" with the steamed milk. If you want a great coffee, this place is the place to go! read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Slow Bloom Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Amazing matcha! And SUPER super quick, even during a rush! They even can make adjustments to your drinks or add cold foam; I had a matcha latte with oatmilk topped with pistachio cold foam and it was so nutty and the perfect amount of seeetness read more

I had never even heard of Slow Bloom until today. My best friend and I were going to meet up for a quick coffee at a new spot in downtown but realized it was closed when we got there, so she suggested Slow Bloom as neither of us have been, so off we went! The line was out the door when we got there but it honestly moved fairly quickly and we were even able to snag a table inside (there's also outdoor seating). We paid $11 for our two 12oz iced vanilla lattes, which is more than I would want to pay on a regular basis for a drink that size, but at least it was good! And I have to say I was a little apprehensive because my friend mentioned she had heard this place was opened by some of the employees who came from Augies and I was never a fan of Augies coffee! Good to know - milk-wise, your options are whole, almond or oat only. I would come back if I was in the area for sure. I have to say there's a lot of coffee options in Redlands these days and their hours here actually make sense unlike a lot of others so that's working in their favor too. And lastly, cute building! I'm sure before they took it over it was largely overlooked, but definitely a coffee shop just waiting to happen. read more

Slow Bloom Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

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Hands down one of my favorite cafes to go to! The most delicious drinks and special drinks during the seasons. Such an amazing atmosphere and every single of the employees are the absolute sweetest! Highly recommend that everyone go to this amazing place read more

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