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Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea

4.5 (106 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Classy
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed
Happy hour specials

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Aisha H.

Discovered Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea after a trip event. I was really impressed by the quality h they used for their drinks and food and have been looking forward to a reason to come back. It's a cute coffee shop downtown right in the heart of downtown. There's plenty of seating and it was nice meeting up here with a friend. I was excited to try the quiche again and the crust was still as flaky as ever. Next time I'm in the area I'll def stop by again.

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Yunhea K.

I finally was able to come to Sweetwaters ! I've been wanting to come for a while and they did not disappoint. They are so welcoming and sweet. I ordered the pistachio French Vietnamese au lait and it was so good. I love Vietnamese coffee because it's strong so that with the hit of pistachio syrup was the perfect blend. I put a little half and half in it because I prefer creamy coffee and it was delicious. I can't wait to come back and try other things on their menu. They also have a free water station and a printer if you need to print things. They also have plenty of table space for you to chat with friends, work, etc. they are definitely on my list now for go to coffee.

Strawberry tea
Latonya J.

I wish I knew the name of my tea because I enjoyed it. It had an herb-y taste to it, which I enjoy, but the herbs could have been a tad stronger. I've tried similar spots in Atlanta and their tea was stronger when it comes to the herbs, so maybe that is just me and my personal preference. But if this is your first time trying herbal teas, then you may appreciate the gentler approach. I came here during a yelp event and met the owner who is very nice and approachable. The atmosphere is great for a study session, to complete a few work related task, or a meet and greet, things of that sort. There is also an option to host an event here. This is a place I would try again.

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La'Krista D.

Beautiful establishment, very clean. That's a beautiful aesthetic and ambience here. Adequate seating and space. Great customer service and helpful baristas. My favorite was the quiche, Lemon bar and mango fruit tea. The owner was very friendly. I'd definitely go again. The raspberry cold brew was not my favorite but if you love raspberry you'd love it. The crème caramel was pretty. (Caramel Latte)

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Grace O.

Traveling down in Columbia, SC and wanted a coffee so I stopped in here. It was a super cute place with a huge menu of drinks and items to choose from. Lots of coffees including Vietnamese coffee and also had teas and energy drink type of items. My experience was a bit off as I wanted a cold brew however they were completely out of cold brew which I found a bit odd since all their iced coffees use it as the base so that was a bit disappointing. The lady behind the counter was very nice and offered other drink options however I was a bit disappointed as I did not get refunded the amount as I paid for the cold brews which were pretty pricy and ended up with an iced americano and a normal hot drip coffee. The americano and drip coffee were tasty with good flavor however I do wish something could have been done so the amount was different and/or was aware they were out of cold brew before paying the price difference. Overall, this was a cute place and there were lots of different options to choose from and I can see this being a really nice place for people to stop in. Next time I am in SC I probably would not go out of my way to come back here and would give somewhere else a shot, however I would not be upset to get a togo coffee from here again.

Ameena A.

Why don't I live in SC so I can go to this place all the time?!?! Dang it!!! The BEST matcha/espresso drink I may have ever had. I loved the vibe/ambiance of the place, too. I will say that service was a little bit slow. However - this was also because the line was extremely long (and likely speaks to the quality/popularity of the place). The slowness and long line would not deter me from coming here, though - rather, I'd just be prepared to wait, lol. YUM! Oh & one suggestion - add in some gluten free options for food, please :)

Tsai-Anne J.

I won't say I'm a big coffee shop gyal but this a cool spot. Located just on the outskirts of campus. This shop has ample space for studying or just if you want to relax. It is spacious and bright. The staff were super pleasant and were willing to help me figure out what exactly I wanted. I settled on the mango fruit tea with passionfruit. It was bussin. There are also little snack options if you are not gluten free. For the gluten free gang there isn't anything to eat here... yet but hopefully it happens soon. I will return

Masen Y.

This is the kind of cafe I'd visit when I'm trying to get work done. Plenty of natural light, a clean industrial look with plenty of seating and a diverse selection of snacks, pastries and drinks. The barista was very friendly and my americano was good, but not great. They did have a more premium espresso option which I would try if I return. Very solid cafe.

Danielle W.

Great spot, clean and plenty of room, with a patio. Loved all the coffee we got - Chai Latte, Dirty Cold Brew, Dreamy Cold Brew, and Cold Brew - all 10/10. The staff were really nice there too! Would highly recommend over other spots we've been!

Bacon Bagel Sandwich - Bacon, Egg & Cheese Dreamy Cold Brew
Demitri L.

This place is a little hidden gem. It's always bustling and has quick service and options that are plenty to choose from for anyone's desire! I got the dreamy cold brew, which was very tasty and smooth. I also tried their bacon bagel breakfast sandwich (say that three times fast) and it was delicious. Close to campus and the vista/downtown, very easy and nice ambiance, cool vibes, friendly staff; this is definitely a must try for anyone who is looking to either grab a quick bite or spend some down time!

Derek N.

A great place to grab a cup of coffee and sit down for a few minutes! Sweetwaters is a really cool place, great customer service, and the coffee itself is excellent. Would highly recommend over other local shops and especially national chains!

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5 days ago

Ordered a triple oatmilk latte with 1 pump of caramel and it was DIVINE! Perfect amount of ice and best first sip ever.

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1 month ago

Made my coffee to my liking, sat down and enjoyed my time there with no problems and left peacefully as usual.

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Had everything/ovens shut off 10 minutes before closing in regard to heating up sandwiches.

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Thank you, Justin, for visiting our cafe and sharing your experience.

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2 years ago

Great quick breakfast spot. Friendly service , not to crazy on a Saturday and very tasty

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1 year ago

The food was good and the coffee was nice and hot. The service was good also. The ambiance was bright , clean, and pleasant.

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Thank you, Jennifer! That’s much appreciated! Hope you enjoy your day!

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