The BEST butter pecan protein shake! AND the nicest people! I always get excited coming and getting…read moremy shake. They are awesome.

I'm so glad to have a nutrition tea and shake shop in Chelsea. We stopped in this morning and…read moretried two different teas. So refreshing and energy packed. I can't wait to try other teas and shakes. Well staffed and super friendly. Great selection of teas and shakes!

Second time getting a Coffeeshop protein smoothie here and it was delicious! Sure helped after my…read moreworkout down the street. This visit was again a pleasant experience: clean and bright shop, good music, clean and well-equipped bathrooms. Next time, I'll try one of the savory options as they all sound so good.

Great service. Clean and pleasant environment. Nice place to relax. Definitely more of a healthy…read morechoice type of establishment. The smoothie I selected was a chocolate drink but lacked a sweet, rich flavor.

Finally made it to Baba Java Coffee, and I wish I hadn't waited so long! I had the cappuccino and…read moremy friend got the latte, both delicious. The cappuccino was stronger than what I usually go for, but smooth, not bitter at all. The ambiance is really nice, mostly tables and chairs with one cozy area that has softer seating. A few people were working on laptops, so it seems like a good spot to post up for a bit. Parking was easy too. Will definitely be back!

Having opened in 2019, Baba Java entered the area's coffee shop scene at a time when coffee for…read moremost local residents was still associated with one single chain. This was the first location of Baba Java and has since expanded through the city. Ran my Omani entrepreneurs, this little coffee shop became quite popular over the years. The staff working here are mostly teenagers or college students, who are very attentive and professional despite their young age. The owner clearly picked out incredible folks to be here who make Baba Java feel both welcoming and well kept. The interior of the space is fairly basic coffee shop design, but admittedly, a little bit dated in 2026 and lacks the unique vibe of some other independent coffee shops. Window views facing the strip mall parking lot don't create much of an ambiance either. With that said, design is not the main thing to come here for. The coffee is excellent and priced very reasonably, offering a great value for an establishment of this sort. There is easy to access WiFi and an overall feeling of being welcomed. A solid little coffee shop that allows customers to support some local business owners instead of a big chain.

You all know I adore Near Me Smoothies and Ice Cream. It has been months since I've seen my little…read moresister which means we were overdue for a sister date. We met here yesterday to catch up, use my $5 off bday reward, enjoy the weather that was nice enough to take advantage of the outside seating area. They've added a couple items to the menu and have added a refrigerator/freezer area that is filled with several viral snacks to come and purchase to try out. I'm sure this is a hit with the kids in the area who know TikTok trends like the back of their hands. The two individuals working were sweet and even suggested a different milk option to my sister for her smoothie selection unless she desired the more "sour" outcome her original choice would have made when blended with the ingredients. She chose to take their recommendation and loved her smoothie.

Walked into a very colorful and vibrant atmosphere. The decor definitely catches your attention and…read moregives off a fun, modern vibe. Customer service was very friendly and accommodating throughout the visit. I ordered the Oat Adventure because I am a fan of Do-si-dos. They were out of apples, so I substituted cheesecake bites and went with the vanilla base. I also added peanut butter sauce and caramel. My wife ordered a chocolate base with mango, bananas, cheesecake bites, Biscoff cookies, and caramel. Presentation looked good and everything was visually appealing. The ingredient selection process is different from traditional ice cream spots because this is New Zealand-style ice cream where the ingredients are blended directly into the base. For us personally, the vanilla base was not sweet enough. My wife felt the same about the chocolate base. The flavor profile came across lighter and less dessert-like than we expected. This may simply come down to preference. We realized during this visit that New Zealand-style ice cream may not be our thing. Personally, I prefer places where the ice cream stays intact and mix-ins are folded or added in, similar to Yogurt Mountain or traditional ice cream shops. My wife also raised a good observation for customers with allergies. It did not appear that every mix-in had its own separate scooper, which could potentially create cross-contamination concerns for people with nut allergies or other food sensitivities. Price also factors into the experience. For what we received, we were right at about $20. The quantity-to-value ratio felt questionable considering the portion sizes. If the flavor had been a bigger hit for us, the cost might have landed differently. The concept is unique, and I can see some people really enjoying the fresh fruit approach. It just did not quite have that "it factor" for us. For our personal rankings, we would probably still lean toward spots like Big Spoon, Cold Stone, Dream Flavors, Edgewood Creamery, Marble Slab, Mountain Brook Creamery, and Unbothered Scoops. Not a bad experience at all, just not a repeat visit for us.

Absolutely love this place! Staff is fantastic, drinks taste amazing and it's always a great…read moreexperience!

I stopped by for a protein shake. I ordered a chunky monkey ($9) and it was delicious. The lady who…read moremade it was super nice too. These teas and shakes are expensive and also expensive to make. We're all experiencing higher prices for our favorite treats. They use excellent quality products in these. They are no more expensive than Planet Smoothie in Alabaster. I enjoyed mine and will be back for another!!!

A great place to work, study or simply enjoy a coffee, latte or frozen creation. Their Honey…read moreCinnamon Latte was yummy, lightly sweet and hit the spot. Service was quick and efficient. The Cinnamon Scone was tender, moist and full of cinnamon flavor, but I wish I'd had her warm it a bit - as she offered. It was cool from being in a refrigerated case. The atmosphere here is high ceiling industrial, but exposed brick and a lovely walnut paneled wall give it a warmth and a stately library touch. I'll return.

Conveniently located in Trace crossings. My lemonade was very tasty. They have tons of items on…read moretheir summer menu. Can't wait to try more. This place has plenty of patio seating tons of pastry, sandwich, and coffee options. Tons of restaurants and cool retail shops all in walking distance. Service was great.

I always like to try new coffee places and since I've never been to a Dutch Bros, I had been…read moreanxiously awaiting their opening. But here lately it's been so busy they have police directing traffic so I decided to wait a few weeks before I tried it. I went on a Tuesday morning and I ended up ordering the golden Eagle hot. I could tell there was a new person taking my order, but he did very well. It did not take me long to get my drink but the way the drive-through is that you have to wait behind people so it's not a two lane drive-through like some other coffee places. You can download the app and then get some freebies after a while. I will definitely be back.

Our area's first Dutch Bros recently opened. I avoided it for a bit, but I found it not as busy…read moreone afternoon. Walk-up and online ordering isn't turned up yet, so drive-thru it was. Not going to lie, I felt silly asking for the Tiger's Blood Zero Sugar Rebel. I was also glad I had downloaded the app so I knew what I wanted so I wasn't gawking at the menu trying to decide. It was fantastic! I had just gotten through at the gym, and it was so refreshing. It made me happy enough I decided to pull over a half-mile down the road to take my Yelp photos. It comes with Sugar-free Coconut and Sugar-free Strawberry, but I'm not sure I would have been able to tell you those were the flavors if I hadn't read it on the menu. The medium has 85 mg of caffeine, so slightly less than a cup of coffee. Glad to have Dutch Bros nearby, and I look forward to trying some more flavors, no matter how awkward ordering it makes me feel.

This place is truly like no other in the area -- a true hidden gem among the shops of Alabaster…read more Out of the 10+ times I have gone since the store has opened, I have had beyond a pleasant experience each time. The staff are relatable and friendly and always greet you with a genuine smile. Iris, especially, has been particularly warm and hospitable. It's been a joy getting to talk to them each time I visit. The menu has a massive selection of drinks (and you can even customize your own!) and a respectable amount of pastries, each of which has been well worth my money. In the odd case that you don't like your first drink, you are sure to find one you love among the rest of the menu. My favorite fruit tea/lemonade so far is the Rainbow Road, while my favorite milk tea is hands-down the cotton candy. Whatever you like - sweet, bitter, spicy - they have it or are willing to adjust drinks to meet your desired sweetness, bitterness, etc. If you are in the area, you absolutely MUST visit this establishment. You won't regret it.

The drinks weren't awesome. Our cake slice had mold on it... just a "trendy" place in my opinion…read more.. teenagers seem to love it.... It was packed with them.