My usual morning can be pretty hectic between driving to 3 different schools (not including mine)…read moreat different times, crabby kids, and getting myself ready, I normally don't always have time to indulge in my morning coffee in the comfort of my own home and sometimes I like to treat myself to the deliciousness of an ice cold creamy pumpkin chai. I have been to several different drive thru coffee shops and none compare to Dutch Bro's and this is why.
Service:
I have never had to suffer through a bad experience there. I can almost guarantee that if you are having a bad morning and visit a Dutch Bro's location, you will leave there with a smile on your face. I'm not sure where they find their staff, but they are seriously some of the most friendliest and energetic people I have ever met.
Not only are they friendly, but they are fast! Last week I was running super late and I wanted a pumpkin chai before having to sit in classes for the next 4 hours, so I took my chances anyway and arrived at Dutch with only 10 min to spare before my class. Well when I got there there I was even more nervous because there were already several cars ahead of me but of course that was not going to stop me and when I was pulling into the line the barista was jogging to my van with a smile on her face, ready to take my order. It had only taken 3 minutes from ordering to receiving my drink!
Last but not least, the staff want you to love your drink and if you don't they will either remake the ordered drink to your preferred way and or make you a new drink altogether.
Location:
Dutch Bro's currently have shops in 7 different states and 250 locations in Oregon alone! In Albany we have 3 locations within a 3 mile radius which is very convenient because if 1 location is too busy, you can just drive no more than a mile to the next shop. I love that wherever I am in Albany, I am within a 5 min drive to a Dutch Bro's.
Variety:
Not in the mood for coffee? That's ok because coffee is not the only thing they offer! Aside from their 8 signature drinks, there are smoothies, infused teas and sodas, shakes, hot chocolates, kids drinks, and snacks. They even offer non dairy substitutes. Regardless of age or drink preference, I'm sure you will find a drink that you will enjoy. Oh, and don't forget about their secret menu!
Taste:
Out of the many coffee shops I have been too, Dutch is my absolute fave! It doesn't matter which location or who makes the drink, they are consistently delicious! By far they make the best pumpkin chai! The right amount of Oregon chai and pumpkin flavoring makes me feel as if I am in a pumpkin patch on a crisp fall morning.
Price:
We all know that coffee from coffee shops are not cheap but the last time I checked, they are cheaper than other big coffee chains and my favorite drink in a medium size (24oz) is less than $5! Also, they give out punch cards and after 10 drinks, your 11th is free! They also have monthly specials and sometimes offer double stamp days. Their 24oz americanos, iced or hot with flavored syrup if wanted are less than 2 bucks, so even if you could only come up with the change found in your car, you could still get a coffee that is better than the coffee made at work.
So if you are looking for a coffee shop that tastes amazing, will help you stay alert and awake then start your day off right with a good cup of Dutch Bro's.