I was pleasantly surprised. The Dreamy cold brew is amazing and I think it is less than $5. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would also feel comfortable sitting and working here for a bit. The seating area is good. I will say, there might be consistency issues. I went twice (different baristas) and ordered the same thing, and it was a bit different on the ratios each time (I liked the first one slight better but they were both still quite good) read more

The staff doesn't have what they need to do their jobs properly. Not at all the nice girl working fault. She has no change in the cash drawer?! That's basic for running a business! Also they didn't know the new drinks posted right as you come in. That should have been told to them by management or ownership. Every time I've been here the staff seem clueless. read more

I ordered online to pick up. I ordered a breakfast sandwich with egg and turkey on an everything bagel, a cold brew with a splash of almond milk, and a double shot of espresso. The order was ready when I arrived, but I cannot speak on the service because there was no employee anywhere to be found. Maybe this is more of a place for sugary customizable options, but plain cold brew and espresso lack any depth. The cold brew I received was very light and almost transparent. The bagel tasted freezer burnt and was just edible. The espresso was okay, but nothing exceptional for the premium espresso upgrade charge. Otherwise, this place has a ton of pastries, desserts, and may be good for hanging out or studying, but probably not for serious coffee drinkers. read more

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Stopped in on a whim for coffee and breakfast sandwiches on a Sunday around 10am. The restaurant was empty. Our barista was friendly and put together our order quickly. I ordered a plain bagel with sausage, egg, and cheese. The bagels were in the display case and honestly looked a little sad, especially the everything one. It didn't have too much seasoning. The pastries looked ok, but weren't too tempting. The breakfast sandwiches were ordered were hot when ready and very fresh tasting. The coffees were so good! I had a cold brew with vanilla and a little cream. It was lightly sweet and plenty creamy. The interior of the cage was beautiful and they had a good bit of local art hanging on the walls for sale. Parking is on the street out front. read more

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Poorly managed location. Quality is always poor across the board for example, old watery parfaits sold to customers, coffee and milk are never proportionate, customer service isn't great. I've been to other locations before and the coffee always tastes completely different and better than this location. read more

The chai is really yummy here and I like that you can build your own...the food is not good however. Overpriced and tastes not fresh. I won't get food again as this is my second time trying it and not impressed. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Bacon egg n cheese croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

This is a relaxing little cafe tucked away in the corner near chick fil a. There's some parking just outside but it can be difficult to find an empty spot. The wide varieties of drinks and food ranging from dessert to sandwich attracts quite a number of students. There's also many tables and chairs available and you can see people studying and reading inside as its quiet and relaxing. The decoration is also cool with murals and paintings(that are for sale I think). I tried the monster matcha and is delighted to see the beautiful layers of matcha and espresso. When mixed, the matcha flavor did not overpower the espresso and its not sweet at all. Will definitely be back to try some other cool drinks. read more

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Located in the heart of campus, Sweetwater has quickly become a place to grab a cuppa midday with its cozy setting and its abundant outlets. I have tried most of their drinks and their mocha ice dragon is by far my favorite. They weren't joking when they crown their baristas ice dragon slayers! Their mocha icedragon is the perfect balance of caffeine and sweetness and it tastes more like a chocolate drink than coffee. But, you can still feel the kick of caffeine afterwards! Perfect for someone who might not enjoy the taste of coffee! The best part of this Cafe is the art! They have rotating artists who displays their pieces, making this an experience whether you are there to grab a quick break or to check out something new. There isn't much free parking nearby though so be mindful of that! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Mocha ice dragon. No whip - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Ambient coffee shop by OSU with abundant seating and a wide array of drinks and pastries. The dream cold brew was a little too milky but had a very pleasant flavor. The service was also very friendly. I cannot wait to come back and try the pastries and other drinks! read more

Got a simple little iced latte, oat milk and vanilla with two shots espresso. I met an old friend from high school at the counter and he took my order so that was really cool. Ambiance is super chill and laid back, will definitely be back if I need a study spot later. read more

My first visit was great! The cafe is beautifully decorated with artwork and has a relaxing vibe. The barista was friendly and my Dreamy Cold Brew was perfectly done. The prices also seemed to be a bit lower than most coffee shops around which was great. Sweetwaters would be a great place to study or get some work done. I'll definitely be back! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Dreamy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Overall good atmosphere, I like the coffee. Some tables are wobbly but otherwise I really like the place!

Coffee tasted like milk and the bathrooms were disgusting. no good places to sit either

After visiting their other Columbus locations, I decided it was finally time to swing by this one close to home... right in the heart of OSU campus. While parking isn't abundant, both times I've come, I arrived early in the morning and have no trouble finding a spot right off the street with a meter. Now on to the space. I love it! It's big, has great natural light, plenty of seating, awesome art up on the walls, clean restrooms, and the electrical outlets are everywhere! They certainly know how to do a coffee shop on a college campus right! Pro tip: Sweetwater also has a frequent visitor program. Rack up those points and get you free coffee (don't mind if I do). I tend to stick with my favorite drink, the soy latte. However, I have gotten their bottled teas before. They do offer some breakfast/snack items like bagels and muffin and whatnot. If you're a student or a remote worker like myself, this is a great spot to study or work out of. Just set a reminder on your phone to add money to the meter! read more

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I stopped by Sweetwaters for a quick snack. I went for the tiramisu and Thai iced tea. The tiramisu was lovey - the dessert felt light and fresh, with a distinct cocoa and coffee flavor. My Thai iced tea was also really nice - it was flavorful and not too sweet. Overall, Sweetwater offers a unique alternative to Starbucks. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Tiramisu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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It is such a convenience to have this coffee shop in this location. When met with unending construction work, it's nice to be able to get to a coffee shop with ease. Sweetwater Coffee and Tea shop is nestled into the Wellington complex along with its neighbors Target and Huntington Bank. I just happened to walk by and notice their signs were out and decided to work there instead of Starbucks. I was greeted with old friends and a BOGO deal that I couldn't pass up. The layout is very clean and the outlets all have USB ports which is a welcome sight in this day and age. So you can charge your phone, work on your computer and enjoy your drink in a chill atmosphere. What was awesome in this visit was that I was able to get my other drink after I finished my work. That was very nice of them. Five stars for a great start. read more

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Sweetwaters is a hidden gem on the OSU campus! I've only had the coffee, but I've heard the other drinks and pastries are also delicious. I've had cold brews, lattes and mochas, and all have been great. My favorites have been the winter drinks, ie, Peppy Bark Mocha, Let It Snow Latte, and Minty Dreamy Cold Brew. One thing that stands out to me is the members perks- almost weekly there are discounted drinks, happy hours, and coupons, all it takes is downloading the app and making an account! Whether I'm staying to study or just getting a drink to go, Sweetwaters is a definite favorite. read more

Super cool atmosphere with all the art on the wall. Plus I like the fact that it's close to campus. Employees were all super nice!! I got an iced chai latte with oat milk and it was good. They added a little too much ice and it kinda took away from the chai :( This was my first time trying, but it was still pretty good. read more

This is hand down some of the best coffee in the OSU area. It's sooooo good. Their breakfast sandwiches are pretty good too! I really love this place and I didn't think I would at first. read more

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This is basically a Starbucks or like any other chain cafe. The drinks are nice and the food is bad, but everything is at least a bit overpriced. But the service is nice and quick and the store is clean and fairly quiet. So if you need a good drink and a ok place to work, then this might be up your alley. Unfortunately was not quite my cup of tea read more

This place was okay. I do enjoy supporting coffee places other than Starbucks- because they are such a giant ruthless train. However, was not that impressed. Coffee was eh. read more

I found this place doing door dash. It's really good. The pumpkin spiced latte is delicious and their breakfast bagels are tasty.

Had a meeting this morning here and got the ginger lemon tea and a plain bagel with cream and it was delicious! The wifi connection is great and there are outlets everywhere which makes this place a great study spot!! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I used to frequent this establishment, but lately the new management is extremely disappointing. My drink tasted worse than usual. I will not be returning. read more

Sweetwaters is the perfect place to stop by between classes to grab a snack and a cup of coffee. Sweetwaters has comfortable seating and outlets at every chair so you can charge up before your next class. The soy latte was delicious and sweet without adding any flavor! I will be back soon! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - soy latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Great spot to grab a quick coffee, or spot to study with all of the seating they have! The staff was very friendly and my iced Vietnamese coffee was amazing. There are even a couple parking spots out front! read more

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I've searched high and low for a good Vietnamese coffee. I doordash this at least once a week and I'm never disappointed. Please don't ever take this off your menu, my heart won't be able to take it. Lol. read more

Very clean and new place. Very very very good coffee. The staff are just friendly and so happy to see people. The LOCATION!! The location can't be beaten! variety of food, coffee, and tea. The music isn't that loud like other places. I think from my experience, I think they will be the best group meeting spot on campus! Thank you for brining this beautiful spot to campus! We are so happy to have you! read more

This places is a delight. I tried the Vietnamese Au Lait and one of the breakfast sandwich (egg & cheese). Both items were flavorful. The staff was very efficient & welcoming in helping me decide the brew. Plus the ambience is very appealing with a great vibe to sit through and read a book or work. read more

The tea was fantastic, but unfortunately couldn't say the same about the food. I've been twice and first time got a cookie that was rock hard, and the second time got a croissant that was literally raw in the middle. When I bit into it, raw dough spilled out. Would definitely recommend for the drinks, not so much the food though! The location is fantastic, and it has always been clean when I go in. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I ordered a white hot chocolate from DoorDash along with the strawberry bliss smoothie. The smoothie was great, but my hot chocolate was disappointing. I could barely taste the white chocolate at all and there was barely if any at all whipped cream. It really just tasted like warm milk honestly. read more

Really loving this location. Its located on the 17th ave portion of the Wellington. There's metered parking and street parking nearby. It will be interesting to see how that goes once campus is back on and popping but for now I've gone 3 times and could always find a spot. The inside is awesome. Theres some good art on the walls and tons of seating. I wonder if they have wifi because if they do this will be a great study spot. The menu is very expansive. They have a ton of desserts and sweet treats. I could spend probably half an hour just looking and trying to decide. The toffee blondie was outrageously good. The drink menu is equally as large. They offer teas, coffees and more. I havent tried a ton of things yet but for now the hot ginger lemon tea is one of my favorites. I could definitely see myself ordering that on a cold winter day. But the nepali brew is just outstanding. I know it has ice cream in it so it's not the healthiest thing around but the flavor is unreal. I've heard their cold brew is amazing too. I just haven't gotten around to ordering that yet. I think this place will have great success on campus. I'd love to see them open up another one near Neil/king so it's a shorter walk for me. I'll definitely be a frequent flyer here. I highly reccomend checking it out if you haven't already. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Toffee blondie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

People here are rude and kind of stuck up. It's the kind of place where people will call you out for not wearing the right outfit. It has a weird vibe. You know the people in life who think they are better than you? This place is full of them. read more

This is a super nice coffee shop. I have definitely had better coffee but it is worth the $4 I spent. I also wish they had bigger tables so that my friends and I could do homework together comfortably. Overall, I'd recommend the coffee but maybe go somewhere else if you want to sit and work on stuff. read more

Hot diggity!!! This cold brew I think I got the "dreamy"? Freaking-A man!!! Flavor blast central! I'll probably have a good day now! I hate the snow and it's snowing (yet again) but I am guzzlin' this cold brew and feeling vivacious. read more

Love the lattes and biscuits. Never had anything bad, but sometimes the chocolate chip cookie is crispier than would be ideal.

Great place! Great tea! Love it. Only problem is that the service is so slow and takes a while to get food/coffee/tea. read more

Great little place that cares more about coffee than the three Starbucks on High Street. The Napali brew and is much better than any frappuccino. read more

This place is very mediocre. I can't imagine coming here again unless it's too busy at Starbucks or any other average campus area coffee shop. I ordered a latte and a slice of cheesecake. The latte tasted very watery and the cheesecake tasted like something I could have bought at Kroger for half the price. Unfortunately, the campus area is becoming a magnet for these boring, unimaginative corporate chains and this is just another one to add to the list. Yeah the service is fine and the coffee/food is forgettable, but it's also a bit pricey. This place either needs to lower their prices or differentiate themselves from the rest of the boring chains around campus. I don't feel like it offers anything better than the coffee shops or cafes in the surrounding area. read more