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    3.6 (63 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 5:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Ashley S.

    Oddly neat Starbucks downtown with a drive thru that goes through a parking garage. Nice not to have to find street parking. They open at 6am for early birds. I got a venti cinnamon dolce latte. Everything turned out great.

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    Ginger K.

    Staffs need more CUSTOMER SERVICE training! 1) I was waiting in front of restroom for my turn and a staff passed by, showing a finger expecting me to wait. He went in to change toilet papers and just walked away. 2) Cashier did not response to courtesy greeting. Just handed a merchandise. I asked for a bag and the staff put it in front of him so, I had to reach it and bagged my self. Lastly, he pinched the end of the receipt and handed to me like I am some kind of germ and he was trying not to touch me. Also, no courtesy sending. I should have got refund and give back the product. :(

    Sadie W.

    This is my go to Starbucks on my way to work. The drive-thru is pretty quick in the morning. Staff is nice and very friendly. The guy who takes orders at the drive-thru is super energetic!! I love it!!! This is one of the better locations. Parking can be a bit hectic because there is a Publix and some condos/apartments right across the street from this location as well as a Chipotle and AT&T store. There is a small parking lot behind the building, so if you're lucky you may can get a spot to run in and place your order.

    Venti Iced Apple Crisp Macchiato with glazed donut.
    Derek S.

    Just stopped there last week Thursday evening after riding the Veo scooter after work, in need of a Frappuccino fix, I tried the Iced Apple Crisp Macchiato, surprisingly good, at first thought it was a bit bitter but when I mixed it in, the flavors got together, can smell the Apple Crisp and taste also thanks to the brown sugar syrup, I would have asked for an additional squirts of more Apple Crisp Syrup and Brown sugar, I like my Macchiato a bit sweet, the Frappuccino the same, but not too sweet, just the right amount. I was hoping to come back that day to try their Strawberry Funnel Cake Frappuccino but it was a limited promo, if they still make that Frappuccino, I will be back for that one.. Enjoyed my macchiato with glazed donut...

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    The coffee was as expected. Customer service was okay, slow, and not friendly. There are many panhandlers in the area.

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    Don't do it. I wish there was one more option for people who live or work downtown. I literally only go here when I'm on foot.

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    Iced coffee is good but the parking sucks and a 30 minute line for a mobile order ruins the coffee

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    I had a coffee with cream and two sugars. I spoke with Kenny. He politefully asked me to leave.

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    Great service. I accidentally made a mobile order to the wrong location and the employees at this location made my drinks

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    Good location. Rare drive thru in downtown. Relatively quick service. Be careful on the drive thru pullout as it is very tight.

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    Cala Coffee Downtown - Maple brown sugar iced latte time

    Cala Coffee Downtown

    4.6(34 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    I came here to catch up with a great friend from high school! The space is the old Revelator Coffee…read moreshop (RIP, what happened to them?) but certainly lives up to their predecessor! The vibe here is different from the one out in Cahaba Heights, much more industrial chic. I'm on a quest to try every single local coffee shop in Birmingham, and I am never disappointed. I ordered from their special winter menu the iced minty matcha, which was fantastic. The mint was not too overpowering, super tasty. This is such a great spot! Definitely a more social coffee shop, from what I gathered on this Saturday morning. I always dread parking down here and then never have trouble. It's right across from the Alabama Theatre, so if there's nothing going on there, street parking is a breeze.

    3.5 but I'll round up just cause I think I got a lil unlucky…read more Came by here for some caffeine after the event at Salud in Birmingham. I was specifically super excited to try their seasonal matcha special, which was made with horchata (also from Salud!) and strawberries, if I recall correctly. Unfortunately, we walked in only to find they were out of the supplies needed to make the drink. :( I was caught off guard and didn't know what to order, but the barista recommended a latte with maple flavor so I went with that. The interior was clean and spacious and had a relaxed and calm but energetic feeling to it. Good place to hang out or work quietly. There's a self-service area to spruce up or fix your drink or grab lids or stir sticks. Service was nice and my drink came out quickly. It was pretty good but not really the "right" drink for me. I like my stuff on the sweet side and this was much more balanced and coffee-forward. That said, it held its own against my sugar-craving taste buds and I drank most of it, which is usually the hallmark of good brew, lol. I don't really blame them because I blanked on what to order and just went with what was suggested. It's probably a great suggestion for lots of other folks! Would be happy to come back and try a different beverage. Seems like a nice place overall. :)

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    Grounds

    Grounds

    4.7(15 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    I like the feel of this coffee shop, the menu was not very big but I think that is a positive I did…read morean iced latte with Sugar free vanilla and lavendar, with macadamia milk. (They only offer milk based milk options) The coffee itself had a good taste I do think I would have preferred just a regular iced coffee with the flavor but I know that for next time. I did enjoy being able to look at the offerings of the connected store (Basic.) they had many unique things for sell including clothing, shoes and various books. Tyler was great with helping make my selection of drink and I loved how patient he was with assisting on the order. The feel of the space was very comfortable and welcoming to creatives. I love the location and how it is in walking distance to so many things. Thankfully I was able to find a parking spot across the street and didn't have to pay to park. Basic. is the store sharing the space and it is nice to be able to browse their inventory while waiting for your drinks. They have some things that I have not seen anywhere else if I had to compare it to another store I would compare it to Earth Bound. Everything seemed to be environmentally conscious which is always nice to see.

    Every time I go to a new coffee shop in Birmingham I think: "wow! This is my favorite coffee shop…read moreyet!" Grounds did NOT disappoint and I have no idea why it took me so long to come here. It's located right along 2nd Ave amongst all of the restaurant hubbub. Street parking, but if you're willing to take a stroll for a couple blocks, it's easy. This is one of the busier coffee shops in town, I would advise against seeking silence here. It's a shared space with "basic," a vintage clothing and art retailer which has awesome things made by local people. The people that worked there were so friendly. I came because I had to get that crème brûlée latte. It did not disappoint. One of the most delicious coffee drinks I've had in a long time. It tasted like a hug, perfectly caramel sweet, and fun to drink. It's not often that coffee gets turned into an interactive experience. The pastries looks great. The couch in the front window looked like an awesome spot to post up with some buddies. There were plenty of tables and chairs to work at. I will most certainly be back.

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    The Red Cat

    4.3(233 reviews)
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    Are you a cat lover? If so, you'll appreciate the playful vibe of this coffee shop -- even though…read morethere aren't actual cats roaming around, the café leans into a fun feline theme with lattes named after different cat breeds. Meow! We ordered the Abyssinian Latte with vanilla and cinnamon, and it was absolutely the bomb -- warm, smooth, and perfectly balanced without being overly sweet. The space itself is incredibly cozy and inviting. Colorful furniture, eclectic paintings, and musical instruments hanging on the walls give it a creative, artsy feel -- like they actually get used by a local band after hours. It has that relaxed coffeehouse charm where you could totally imagine Phoebe Buffay singing "Smelly Cat," yet it's also calm enough to have a real conversation or get a bit of work done on a laptop. Parking is street parking only, but we didn't have too much trouble finding a spot. They offer pastries and I noticed they also serve breakfast items, though we stopped in just for coffee this time. The shop was fairly full, which is always a good sign, but there were plenty of small tables that comfortably seat two to four people, so it never felt cramped. The baristas were super friendly and welcoming, adding to the overall positive vibe. My partner and I ended up lingering longer than planned while we talked through our day's plans -- always a sign of a great coffee spot. Warm atmosphere, delicious drinks, and kind staff make this an easy five-star experience. I'll definitely be back to try more of their cat-themed creations!

    I've been to the Railroad location before, but I was in the area and decided to try Red Cat…read moreCoffeehouse. Street parking was pretty easy to find, which was a plus. The space had a lot of people inside--many working or meeting up--so it had a lively, productive vibe. I ordered the superfood smoothie, which tasted good once I got it, but it did take a little while to come out. After ordering, I sat down for a minute before stepping out to the restroom, and it still wasn't ready for a bit when I returned. Overall, still a good experience and a nice spot to hang out, but the wait time was a bit longer than expected.

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