I love javabreak. Have never had a bad experience, workers are always nice 10/10 swag as frick.

Absolutely love this place. Atmosphere is wonderful. Friendly staff. And delicious drinks. Also killer cereal bar for a 11pm snack! Worth the drive for sure! read more

When I need to chill and rewind with a cup of coffee. This is the place to do it. Sure you can go to Starbucks, but nothing beats the minimalist quirky atmosphere that is Java Break. read more

Java Break is open 24 hours "every freakin' day," and that's a great thing for a person with a night job and a laptop. The hours, the yummy drinks (Snickers!), friendly staff, and decorate-your-own cupcakes makes this my favorite coffee stop in town. ...I'll never cheat on them again. read more

I love the fact that The Java Break is open 24 hours. It's the perfect spot to study all night for Final's week, or to just hang out with friends if you wanna grab a drink and relax. They have wifi, but will only give out the password if you make a purchase. I suppose that helps drive business, but can't help but seem a bit stingy in my point of view. The breakfast bar is by far the most unique aspect of The Java Break! read more

Best place to study in Lawrence, bar none. This cozy little place has a very off the wall, and very Lawrencey, vibe to it. Try one of the specialty drinks while you're there,. if you can get it between 7-10 am, it's half priced. Definitely beats 5 bucks for a shot of energy from the Starbucks across the street. I would suggest the LT Dan. The coffee is amazing, but the cereal bar is by far the most original thing that sets this 24 hr coffee shop apart from the rest. Pick your cereal, pick your topping, and your milk, and you have a creation to call your own. read more

Starbucks is across the street. Free Wifi. Not open 24 hours? Coffee maker is 10 bucks at the store so you can stay home, have internet AND coffee and not have to worry about getting rude service from the staff. And trust me, more times than not, the staff is rude. And you won't get bothered by homeless people at Starbucks because they are a quality shop. I don't even drink coffee but I've been to Java Break enough to know when to warn people. read more

The Java Break although downtown seems to exist in a bubble all to itself. When other coffeeshops and restaurants close for the night, the Java Break is still open serving your favorite hot or cold coffee, Italian sodas, juice drinks, breakfast cereals, and even paninis. Every week I notice something new or funny on the walls and the employees are always friendly and helpfully making suggestions for new drinks and combinations to try. I'm a fan of their old TVs and cartoons that seems to run in a twilight zone-esk loop. When I used to pull all nighters working for the World Company, I could always trust that they'd be open for a quick drink to lift my spirits and re-energize me for a few hours. read more

My favorite place to study. The drinks are subpar but they are opened all night (except on Tuesdays they close at midnight). The furniture/music/vibe is eclectic. For you GF/LF people out there, they have GF sweets and they make their own almond milk. Also, if you aren't LF, try the chocolate whip cream on your coffee. read more

I've been there twice because they were the only coffee shop open at that hour... both times the baristas were straight up rude! The first time I arrived, I went to set my stuff down to claim a table and the barista followed me over to the table and "scolded" me like a child for not buying a drink before I sat down. It was embarrassing and unnecessary. Amazingly cool concept, horrible staff. read more

Love Java Break! Whether meeting a sketchy ex boyfriend who claims he has changed or you're studying with your friends, this is an awesome place! I love the Lieutenant Dan and all the board games that they have. This is a gem of Lawrence. read more

I haven't been to Java Break in a couple years, but was reminded that I never wrote a review about my experience even though I meant to and I'd like to share. When I was going to school in Lawrence in 2013-2014, this place was all the rage. People would go here for study groups, to enjoy coffee and games with friends on the weekend, or to have a nice chat with a friend over coffee. So obviously, at some point, a friend invited me to go one night and I agreed it sounded like fun. We went after walking around on Mass for a bit, at around 7pm or so. The place was pretty dead so it was easy to find a table. We each ordered something different, each on different suggestions of the cashier. My friend also took advantage of their cereal bar. We had a pretty good time, though we did notice several dirty and sticky tables around us that weren't cleaned in the hour or so that we were there, despite the fact that it was not busy. My friend and I parted ways and went home. Within a few hours, disaster struck. I spent the rest of my night (well into the wee hours) in the bathroom. At one point I got a text from my friend that read "hey, are you really sick right now or is it just me?" and we realized the only food/drink we had had in common was the dairy ingredients at Java Break. So we realized it was probably food poisoning and spent the rest of our evenings in absolute misery. Fast forward to about six months later, when I decided to give Java Break another shot. I went alone, to study for a few hours on a weeknight. Again, it was slow but not as slow as the time before. The barista was rude to me, already tainting my first experience post-digestive-destruction, but I brushed it off and just went to find a table once I had my coffee. The coffee tasted awful. Now, the coffee the first time I had gone was okay, which was why I had thought it was worth trying again...but this time, it was disgusting. It tasted watery and almost dirty. I only drank about half the cup before I decided it just wasn't worth the $3+ I had paid and that something wasn't right. A big group of 6-7 people walked in as I was getting up to throw away the cup and so, I finished up studying and got in my car to go home, not willing to wait just to interact with the rude barista again. To top it all off, that night...I experienced food poisoning again. And that's why I never went back. I VASTLY prefer other coffee places around town (and I'm not a Starbucks person, I prefer local/small businesses) because you know what, they may not have the awesome hours and cool cereal bar that Java Break has, but at least I'm not facing getting literally sick. read more

I feel like the Java Break is the type of place I would have went when I was a college student, which is exactly why, once I put my nostalgic fondness aside, I have to give it 2 stars. It's dirty, grungy, and smells a little moldy inside. I have no idea whether the tables or chairs have ever been cleaned and it has a faint scent of unshowered students pulling all-nighters. The interior is composed of several quirky, graffiti-ed rooms that would have looked cool at some point in my life but look a little shady now. The coffee drinks are too sweet, the chais have an odd synthetic syrupy flavor, the paninis look and taste of cardboard, and I don't even dare try the baked goods because they look old. That being said, they offer games, it's open 24 hours and, hey - if you are a student in need of a late-night energy boost, The Java Break is probably perfect for you. read more

Grimey. Java break is in an old building but that doesn't excuse the state the building is in. it needs gutted and renovated desperately. Wasn't satisfied with my service and the employees were rude and slow. read more

A great place to study most nights. Friday & Saturday nights gets a little crowded.

I used to go to Java Break all the time when I lived in Lawrence. Now I only get to go sporadically when I visit from KC. If I visit Lawrence though, I WILL be stopping by Java Break. There is a lot of room for private conversation. You can sit at a table, a counter, on a couch or in front of a tv set. I like that there are a lot of non-coffee options and food. I would reccommend stopping by. They have my absolute favorite hot chocolate (and the whipped cream is real, not like the crap from a can). I was in Lawrence for 24 hours this weekend, and went twice because they are awesome. read more

I love the Lawrence Slammer coffee. I also love that it's open all night. It's an interesting atmosphere with great food as well.

HA! too bad they don't pay their taxes! https://www.kdor.org/warrants/listing.aspx?type=b read more

This place is too dirty for me, and I generally like independent coffeeshops--I'm not expecting it to be Starbucks. I'm not talking about a little local coffeehouse grime--I'm talking, "yuck, gross, I don't want to breathe the air in here." I haven't been in for a while, but the staff were generally rude, and the coffee tastes like dirt. For me to go here again, La Prima Tazza, Henry's, and The Pig would all have to go out of business or be burned to the ground. read more

I've studied a LOT of places, all over KC and surrounding metro over the last 15 years, and this place is cool! Service is awesome, drink was great, sandwich was delicious. All-around wonderful atmosphere. I'll definitely be back. read more

Decent coffee. Lots of college kids study here. OK if you can get used to the filth and the urine stench coming from the homeless guys that come in to pass out in the bathroom. read more

When you have to pull an all-nighter and study, The Java Break is definitely the place to go. The offer unique drinks and snacks to help you make it through. read more

Overall, I am sad to say I am not impressed. The atmosphere, while most definetaly hipsteresque(as judged by stunned glance) is not something to write home about. The coffee is meh at best and tasted like warm "Premium Folgers"(Does that even exist? If it did, I imagine the coffee tastes like Java Breaks) Better yet, coffee that is lesser than Starbucks costs about twice as much ($4, ya' kidding me?!) I tried doing some work since it was late one night and I needed coffee and quiet place. The only good thing about Java Break is being open 24 hours. I will continue to enjoy my Starbucks at home. read more

I've been a fan of the Java Break for about 15 years now. A lot of things have changed - I remember when there was seating upstairs, and when what is now the 'graffiti' room was the library. Ah, memories. Decent coffee, great drinks (Midnight Silk is my favorite), and now they have a cereal bar. Awesome. Free WiFi with purchase. I remember when they started getting really tough on people coming in and not buying anything. When I was 17 I thought it was unreasonable, but now it doesn't bother me as much. In any case, it's a great place to get a cup of coffee and hang out with friends or just lounge with a drink and read a book for a while. read more

I stopped in here late one evening after a Royals game (June 25th) for biscuits and gravy. A great late night snack they have. Been getting it here off and on for years. I left after about 30 minutes. There was no one on duty when I walked in. The sign said they were on a "nature break," but no one was in the place. I remembered two guys headed out the door (both in aprons) as I was coming in. After about 20 minutes they came in, made a fancy coffee for them selves and retired to the back of the house to chat. Once someone looked out, did not seem to notice or care I was sitting by the door ( i thought they had seen me come in) and they went back to talking. I left after another 10 minutes or so. I figured they weren't really into customers, so what the hell. It's too bad, I'm seeing more and more of this kind of customer service, (not) thing around town these days. Might not go here for a while. Don't like being ignored when I'm really hungry. read more

The old smell in this place consumes the smell of delicious coffee. I was taken back by the mildew smell inside. Besides that, the drinks are pretty good. The lattes are O.K. The decor is awesome :) read more

Good coffee. Cool place. But, ridiculous prices & HORRIBLE staff. The owner is absolutely atrocious, horribly mannered and very, very rude. Employees have simiilar demeanor. read more

Came here today to find a place to work. Barista complimented me on my lipstick, and had a nearby patron compliment too. Totally started my day right, and I hadn't even had any coffee yet. Had a tasty americano, and brought home a gluten free peanut butter cookie the size of a small frisbee to the hubby, was promptly inhaled. Sucked up their wifi tucked into the corner, listening to the hipster tunes, and got some work done, laughing to myself all the many drunk times we stumbled in here during KU days. This place has a bit of a soft spot in my heart, and has not changed one bit in 15 years. read more

Java break has great coffee and an awesome atmosphere that is fun to explore.

This is the place where I can work in the late night. I usually drink hot Americano and it is okay. I can give four stars but this place is dirty and the toilet, sometimes, is super dirty. If the owners read my comment, please please please clean it much more frequently. read more

My fiancé and I have been regulars for almost 2 years now. We go in multiple times a day and multiple times during the week. We get cereal and coffee as well as their pastries. We love the baristas and have become friendly with most of them. We have hardly ever had a bad experience. We always leave happy. Today we went in and I ordered a speciality drink but asked to leave it without the milk so I could put half and half from the counter in it. The owner came off extremely rude about how he needed to charge me and how much it cost him for a carton of half and half. I told him they put too much milk in the speciality drinks and I was only going to use a splash of half and half. He said fine ok then I won't charge you. He put the half and half in himself (defeating the purpose of just a splash because he put too much instead of letting me use the canister that is set out for patrons to use) and didn't charge me. We spend quite a bit of money here on a weekly basis and love the employees but honestly the owner isn't very friendly and comes off rude whether he means to or not. It was a huge disappointment the way he spoke to me and I'm honestly considering finding a new coffee spot for myself. Also let me clarify I don't care if he would have charged me...it was his tone and his attitude towards me about it. read more

Danger, Danger, Danger; three warnings is more than enough. This is a 150% hipster hang out. This place was my friends and our hangout until it become super hipsterlized. FOOD - Coffee 5/10 AMBIANCE --- 6/10 SERVICE --- 2/10 OVERALL --- 5/10 read more

Java Break is everything a dirty underground 24 hour coffee shop should be. it is like the basement your parents' never had, only it serves cupcakes and scones and panninis and delicious italian sodas which are what a milkshake would taste like if it was a soda. they also have coffee i hear. i love the big booths and being able to spread out, or sitting on a wacky velvet couch just talking, no matter the time. it is good to know that if it 4am and you need espresso, there is a place for you. read more

I like Java Break and it is a cute shop. however, it is frustrating how many times I have gone there in the morning and they have been closed. It is definitely not open 24/7. read more

Won't go here again. The coffee is okay but it cost over $3 for a cup. My budget will not allow it! Will find it cheaper elsewhere!

Such a cool place! They have different themed rooms, a cereal bar, and some decent coffee.

I wrote a good review about this place before... but now I take it back. I asked the owner kindly if he could turn down the music a little since it was finals week and he said, "I have no control over the volume. This is not a library." You would think that a coffee shop that caters to students and has signs that says please share a table to fit more people for finals week....would actually care if the customers are happy. I've had another friend report the same experience. I know that this is the last time that I come here. RUDE! read more

It's three stars, and they're solid. And I'll keep coming here. No, it's not four, it's not five, and it's not a two star joint. This is correct, and here's why: this place is open 24 hours a day. You may be able to get a decent cup of joe here at 10:00 a.m., or 8:00 a.m., but it's true value to the city is it's the only place to get a respectable cup if you've been up partying until 3:00 a.m., in which case you won't know the difference. The coffee at 3:00 a.m., or 4-6 a.m. if you're headed to catch an early flight at KCI or some other God forsaken reason to be up at that time of time--is passable, served by a kid that *really* needed a job and it allows them study time (ie., KU student). It's a dive, it's sort of dirty, and people love it. I do too. 'tis what it 'tis, an all night joint. You don't expect to get a 4-5 star bowl of pasta in a restaurant at 2:00 a.m. and you shouldn't expect the coffee at an all nighter to be anything but middle of the road. Still, darn glad this place is open. It's like the best thing you can be doing at 4:00 a.m., well, unless you're 21 and going to school on mom and dad's nickel. read more

Best coffee shot ever! Also a great place for college kids (or anyone else for that matter) to hang out and get some work done! Wayyyy better than Starbucks! read more

They have a good chill vibe. Open 24x7 keep people from camping out by using wifi timers based on purchase price. Even spending less than $5 I get to stay for 3 hours. Kinda nice. Plus its reliable. read more