Getting the Coffee Passport has helped me discover so many new places, and this week's stop was…read moreStir Coffee Bar. The shop is on the smaller side, but it wasn't too busy on a Saturday morning, and we had no problem finding a table. I noticed several people working on their laptops, so it seems like a great spot to get some work done or just relax with a coffee. I ordered an iced oat milk latte and a cinnamon roll bread pudding. The bread pudding was SO GOOD. I would honestly make the drive just to have that again. They also offer a variety of toasts and pastries if you're looking for something to eat. One thing I always appreciate about coffee shops is when they feature products from other local vendors, and Stir had a nice selection of things like jewelry, mugs, and puzzles. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'm glad the Coffee Passport brought me here. I'll definitely be back for that bread pudding!

The first time walking in, the overall atmosphere was very calm and quiet, nice relaxing…read moreatmosphere. I liked the little gift shop and the cozy couch and chairs. Ordering took me a while because I had never been there and just looking over the menu I was expecting more combinations to choose from but it is very much build your own. I enjoyed the seasonal menu although I did think the tiramisu cold foam was a drink because it was under drinks but it was just a topping. I did get a vanilla latte with the tiramisu cold form and it was DELICIOUS! I would definitely try it again the next time I go. The barista that helped me was very kind and friendly. She helped me make the best selection. The types of milk you can get is Oat, Coconut, whole cream and half and half, I did wish they had a skim milk option but the coconut milk was very good in my latte. My sister ordered a Blueberry Matcha Tea, she enjoyed it and said the blueberry wasn't a strong flavor profile. I would recommend stopping in and getting a drink and having a nice conversation with someone.

Lots of options here and I love their summer drinks. Met up with my friends I ordered a pretzel…read morethat came out soft and hot along with one of their summer specials. I was surprised because the drink wasn't overly sweet at all very balanced. Great seating but a busy place. We were glad our friend got their early because even at 3:30 they are very busy! Like the shop and will be back.

Stories has been around for ages, and I've been meaning to try it. Finally got the opportunity this…read morepast Saturday. Sadly, no pictures, we were too engrossed in conversation. The location on 204th Street in Gretna is clean, open, inviting ... but noisy. It's one of those warehouse-type settings where you really have to work at having a private conversation. Seating is expecially comfortable in the big chairs, but then you have to schootch them close together and lean in so you can hear each other, which is unfortunate. Granted, tables are set far apart, but this should be in addition to. Coffee was delicious, but the beignet bites were just so-so. Granted, one should not expect New Orleans beignets outside of New Orleans, but these little donut puffs had only a light dusting of powdered sugar (which I actually was thankful for because I wore black pants!), and there was a not-overly-pleasant surprise inside with an indistinguishable creamy substance that was sort of like the inside of a brown sugar cinnamon poptart, only less so. I hadn't been expecting that. The yogurt parfait was substantial and delicious. (The staff was friendly and helpful when making selections, but it didn't occur to me to ask about fillings.) I might visit again, but maybe at one of the other locations, if acoustics were more promising.

I love that this place has a drive thru! It's conveniently located right off of 168th and Harrison…read more I ordered the 16oz iced white chocolate mocha and it was delicious! We also got a strawberry banana smoothie. The smoothie was good, but we loved the coffee. Service was super quick and the whole ordeal took less than 5 minutes. We didn't get a chance to peek inside, so maybe we'll do that our next visit! They have a few food and sweets options that I hope to try next time as well.

Great service - super friendly and yummy sandwiches! Military discount is also really nice. Lots of…read morecoffee choices!

I love this location when I want quiet to visit with a friend or get some work done. They don't…read morehave the full menu but will fill my reusable cup which I like

This Stories location doesn't have the full menu, but what they do serve is awesome. the staff is…read morealways nice and the seating area is so cute and spacious.

Cute and cozy coffee shop! They are very spacious, and they have a cute patio outside. I was…read moresurprised to see how many options they have!! They have tons of food options, like breakfast sandwiches, toasts, bagels, oatmeal, quiche, and waffles. They also have gluten free and vegan options!!! (Including gluten free biscuits and gravy, YUM!) The drinks include refreshers, teas, espresso, latte, americano, cold brew, cappuccino, and so many more!! My hot flat white with oat milk was awesome. It was the perfect temperature and size. This place is very cozy and personable. I can tell the staff gets to know the customers very well. They have a nice rewards system and cute little items, like stickers, for sale too.

Can't go wrong at our neighborhood coffee spot. My kids love coming here bc of all the board games…read morethey have and the donuts. I'm not a coffee drinker so always get the iced tea but they have lots of breakfast options which are delicious. Bagel sandwiches, egg bites, waffles, donuts, etc. Staff is friendly and service ia quick! Always a great experience here.

Coffee and specialty food items are next level. I wish they…read moreoffered a sample tray you could buy to taste a little bit of everything. It's so hard to choose. Atmosphere and service are great

Another good experience here. Tried both savory and sweet options. Both were very tasty. It is a…read morelittle more on the pricey side, but you are definitely paying for quality. The service was great and there was plenty of seating both inside and outside.

I met my dear dear dear friend here for a coffee and catch up…read more I opted for a SF latte and some avo toast. WOW it is just always so good and savory I always want more, even though the bread is very thick and hearty and topped with heaping piles of avocado. I opted for a little balsamic glaze and it was divine! Always a great time at Zen, plus I got to see the new expansion. It's a great spot for meeting, working, or catching up with friends.

I recently visited Zen Coffee Company for the first time. Since I've been avoiding caffeine lately,…read moreI was hoping for a good selection of herbal teas. They only offered one herbal option (lavender mint) but unfortunately I could only taste the mint and didn't notice any lavender. They did have other caffeine-free drinks available, but I was looking for something unsweetened and low in sugar. The space was also different than I expected. Based on the name, I imagined a cozy, relaxing atmosphere with comfortable lounge seating. Instead, the décor felt a bit mismatched, almost like the café had expanded over time and the two sides were decorated very differently. That said, one thing they absolutely got right was the amount of seating. There were plenty of tables and space to work, study, or catch up with a friend without feeling crowded. The biggest downside was the cleanliness. The bathroom didn't feel clean, there were stains on the floors, chipped paint and damaged walls, crumbs around the couches and on some of the chairs, and the dish return bins were noticeably dirty inside. I stayed for about 90 minutes, and during that time I didn't see any cleaning happening, even though there were several areas that clearly needed attention. None of these issues alone would have been a dealbreaker, but together they made the café feel neglected and took away from what otherwise could have been a much more enjoyable experience.

This may look like just another coffee shop in a West O strip mall from the outside, but inside you…read morewill find a hidden gem! We were warmly greeted by the barista as we scoped out the cool letter board menu on the wall, and eyed the delicious looking pastries in the case (including some gluten free options]. I ordered an iced matcha with coconut syrup, as well as a cherry almond scone. As we waited for our drinks, we noticed that they have a little coffee roasting operation in the back, so cool! Loved all the warm leather seating and the coffee bags on the walls for decor. To top it off, the matcha and scone were fabulous! Definitely check this place out if you are in the area and need a pick me up.

My goodness this place is nearly breathtaking upon entering. It is just so beautiful and so well…read moredecorated. They have a room where they roast the beans right there. They also had a few original beverages on their menu like white coffee and sweet mystery where it's barista's choice. What a playful spin on ordering! Service was super friendly and we both enjoyed our drinks. Will be back again!