I need one of these near me! Picture this....a Starbucks but the line actually moves, the coffee…read moretastes good and the bagels are made fresh. Stopped by for coffee and a quick breakfast sandwich on our way out of town. Parking lot was nearly full but it's shared w a smoothie place and other businesses. That being said, almost everyone was at UG and for good reason. The line was out the door when we got inside. I was discouraged and ready to angrily wait, but I was wrong! The line moved quickly and a staff were friendly for a busy morning. I had the summer blend hot and wife had an iced latte. The hot coffee was tasty. Low acidity, smooth and balanced. Only complaint was that it could have been just a click hotter for me. I don't necessarily want to burn my esophagus, but this was only lukewarm. The iced latte was delicious. We each had an egg sandwich on a bagel and they were terrific. Soft and chewy bagel with plenty of flavor. We took a couple cookies home from the case and Oh Em Geeeeee! Phenomenal! Now I regret not getting the bag of yesterday's bagels at the door. Even "day old" I bet these things are great!

Whenever I'm traveling for work, I'm always on the lookout for spots that have:…read more 1) Great coffee 2) Great savory breakfast bites So many coffee shops nail the first count but miss on the second (lots of pastry cases but not as much savory options). Uncommon Grounds nails it on both counts and is a great spot to get a little work done to boot. Stopped by this location when I was in the area for some coffee and breakfast. I'm usually in search of sugar free options as well as milk alternatives. Uncommon Grounds had a couple sugar free options (yay! caramel and vanilla) and a few different milk alternatives. I got a caramel latte made with almond milk and it was dreamy. For my breakfast, I got the Mediterranean breakfast sandwich on a salt bagel. It came with egg, spinach, avocado, tomato, and a bit of pesto. Delicious! The only tiny thing for me was the tomato made the sandwich kinda slippery and difficult to eat so the next time I ordered it (which was literally the next day), I got it with double the spinach and no tomato. The service was really lovely and the prices are reasonable. They're a popular spot and were pretty busy when I was in and even with that everyone was so kind and helpful. Get to it!

My daughter went after her metabolic workout. She loved the variety of shakes and was excited that…read morethey had frozen waffles to bring home. She has been trying to include the macro diet into her busy schedule and this is a perfect spot to stop in to fulfil the protein portion of her daily goals

Stack'd is the best place for a protein shake/ protein coffee in the capital region. I go a few…read moretimes a week after workouts and always buy the protein pancake mix and frozen waffles. Gary and his family are so friendly and knowledgeable. Prices are reasonable and every shake/coffee tastes delicious. Located right next to Metabolic Clifton Park between exit 9 and 10. Highly recommend!!!

Met a friend for coffee today- The space is big and bright and decorated for the holiday. I was…read morevery impressed with the staff and how well they kept the shop clean - They even cleaned the children's area after a family left - Disinfectanting the toys - Bathroom was well stocked - And very nicely decorated for the Halloween season- they even have a room that looks like it might be a haunted house. Lots of Halloween themed coffee drinks as well as a nice selection of baked goods - I even noticed some gluten free offerings. My Americano was tasty- not bitter as I sipped on it over my visit

Update: added two more pictures of their latest drinks. My wallet would be empty if I lived nearby…read more Don't be afraid if the line is long as the staff is wonderful and efficient! Staff will also help if you have any questions about the drinks and/or foods available. The place is super unique, cozy, and refreshing! I always stop by while I'm in town every couple of months.

Needed a quick coffee pick up! Kru answered the call! This family owned coffee roastery hit all the…read moreright spots. We got a Cardi Bee Latte and Godfather Latte both hot and both delicious! Service was quick and the ambiance is cool! If you need some coffee and don't want Starbucks or Dunkin this is your spot!!

A very inviting coffee shop! They have some cute seating on the main floor but also have a loft…read morearea that seems more tailored for those who wish to stay a little while - either catching up with friends over coffee or working. Lots of seating and a few outlets available in the loft area. I ordered a 12 oz Godfather (espresso, mocha, chai), which was about $6. It was nicely spiced and had a very unique flavor. I enjoyed it a lot!

One of my favorite spots to buy tea! The selections are endless and delicious. The owner is…read morewonderful she all's you through each of the selections you are interested and makes wonderful recommendations. I love the back stories on how she decided to start the business and the process for creating each tea. She also has lovely items you can buy to gift- tea cups all types, tea pots, infusers, spoons, bags, napkins etc. You can also order online. Her Nite Cap tea is my favorite! If you are a fan of loose leaf tea you should definitely check them out!

This is a really nice tea shop in a small commercial area in Clifton Park. My wife (who is the real…read moretea expert in the family) and I stopped in as part of a Yelp event but left with more than we bargained for! I don't claim to be a tea expert... it is more of a novel-tea for me... but I enjoyed coming here and talking with their knowledgeable staff. Their certainly have a passion for their tea! There are lots of teas in the store... at least several dozen blends behind the counter and more in other areas... and they will make whatever you want if you provide a recipe. I lean towards fruitier or spicier teas and found a couple that were interesting enough to purchase and bring home. Because more of their teas are served loose, it isn't as simple as dunking a pouch with a string in a mug of hot water. But fear not, they have lots of various tea brewing accessories along the walls of their small shop area as well as some other interesting curiosities.

Stopped in to this cafe/coffee shop while my girlfriend was shopping at the mall. The cafe was…read morespacious with lots of comfy chairs and couches to relax in. The selection of books was not extensive but, carefully curated (which I appreciate). The coffee was excellent. I had a decaf mocha latte. The barista took great care in putting together a great cup of coffee. He added a beautifully done artistic topping with the frothy milk. Definitely a nice respite from mall activity.

Made plans last weekend with a friend to meet up for coffee as this place listed as being dog…read morefriendly. Unfortunately there were signs on all doors that only service animals were allowed in the cafe. We sat in the mall food court and took turns going in to order. The staff were nice enough to bring our food and drinks out to us but seating wasn't the best. Inside they had a range of different seating options while outside was metal cafe tables and chairs.

Phenomenal customer service. Creativity in their menu. Delicious coffee and bites to eat. Beautiful…read moreseating area. Not enough nice things to say.

Nice coffee spot. I tried a blueberry smoothie & enjoyed it. They have lots of pastries available…read morefor purchase. Minimal inside seating & small private lot parking out front. Service was nice, restroom was clean.

Finally got to try this after years of wanting to! We came on a gorgeous late summer day. We were…read moreat the Troy farmers market and stopped by to have a coffee. I had a mocha latte and my husband had a cappuccino. The latte was smooth like butter! With subtle note of cocoa and sweetness it fit the bill. The cappuccino was bold tasting perfect for a coffee lover. We took a pastry home as well. A good cup on a nice day.

I have been to their location in Albany and have been wanting to try the Troy location for a while…read more It did not disappoint! Service was efficient and friendly, the coffee was tasty and I had a fantastic empanada that exceeded my expectations. The inside was a little dark, but that is the vibe. They had a lot of outdoor seating that was full with people enjoying the sunshine. Bonus: the bathrooms were clean, spacious and well appointed.

I can't believe I never reviewed this place. Kickstart Cafe is great. The baristas are so nice. The…read morecoffee kicks ass. The atmosphere with the bikes and the music, superb. My recommendations are get the mocha, apple butter latte, or pumpkin spice latte. I had the PSL today and it was delicious.

Incredible coffee in an incredible space! This cafe is a…read moretotal gem in the area. They offer so many delicious coffee and non-coffee drinks. Unfortunately, I can't speak to their food, but I do hope to return and try some soon. The motorcycle themed cafe is beautifully decorated and creates a space that you can comfortably work in or hang out with friends and family. It's warm, welcoming and inviting. I tried their Cinnamon Mocha Latte with almond milk and it was perfection in a cup. The staff is also super friendly and welcoming, and happy to answer any questions you have. I highly recommend Kickstart Cafe!

I thought that the Alias coffee was fairly new. It's tricky but I'll explain it, the business has…read morebeen in existence since 2020 but the kication is new. Alias Coffee partnered with 518 Craft and Primobotanica to open up in a shared space in downtown Troy, NY initially during covid. With good coffee and service, I'm sure they will have a successful future. I'm not a coffee drinker, but I do taste it so as part of the yelp experience, community CO was thoughtful enough to partner with a small and upcoming local coffee shop on National coffee day and get us in for a cup of coffee. I asked the Barsita to make me the best drink from the available choices and was given a Cappuccino, which I took a sip and handed it to my dad. My dad did say the coffee was good and from my tasting experience, the coffee was smooth and had a bitter after taste (like a few people I know like it that way) and the taske kept lingering fir an hour. Go get your coffee, this is in a neighborhood that requires revitalization, there have been some good initiatives and us as a community can help support them.

Having moved from their downtown location to a redeveloping neighborhood, Alias holds a lot of…read morepromise. I enjoyed an attractive cortado and am looking forward to tasting a locally made cranberry orange walnut breakfast cookie that I brought home to share with my wife. Did I mention that the cookie is gluten free? Future plans for the coffee shop include rehabbing the backroom to provide a great place to relax while enjoying your coffee concoction. Service is friendly and street parking is easy; there is even a bus stop across the street.