7/31/24 TL;DR I would rate this coffee shop 5/5 stars. The King's Café is a fun little coffee shop in downtown Glasgow, with a nicely sized coffee menu, with other drink options as well. They feature a few different espresso options, with a multitude of latte flavors; and smoothie options as well. Before I continue, I'd like to point out that I am a barista at my local coffee shop where I live. That being said, I am by no means a coffee expert. I do, however have good knowledge of coffee, espresso, milk steaming, and the like. (Background) I came to The King's Café with my dad in July of 2024, hoping to try something new and interesting. Additionally, I wanted to try their cappuccino, to see how different coffee shops make it. We ended up not trying any bakery item, so I'm the future I will edit my review to include them. My brother has also been to this coffee shop before I did, giving me his input as well. (Friendliness) The barista at the bar was very kind and helpful, and when I asked what he suggests, he was open to answer my questions. He also seemed enthusiastic about his job, engaging in conversation with customers. (Coffee) I ordered a cappuccino and a Caramel Apple latte (I can't remember the exact name of the drink-it was a seasonal beverage, maybe called the Pink Lady[??], I've forgotten). The Caramel Apple latte was an interesting combination of flavors, with the apple flavor overpowering the caramel by just a little, which I didn't mind all too much. The cappuccino was a little different than I had expected. A traditional cappuccino is made in 12oz or 6oz cup, served as a 1/3-ish ratio of espresso, milk, and foam. When I ordered my cappuccino, the barista gave me the option of a 16oz or 20oz- a little bit different than a traditional cappuccino. Additionally, there wasn't any latte art on the top of my cappuccino, which isn't really a big deal to me, but I know that some people can be picky. SIDE NOTE: A previous negative review said that the espresso shots that they pour are 10 seconds, which is way off from a perfect 27 second shot. I asked the barista at the bar, and he poured me a shot of espresso, to test my theory. the shot that he poured was 34 seconds, which is *technically* a bit long, but still a very good, and servable shot. (Smoothies) My dad ordered a strawberry smoothie, which is one of the many different fruits that they have available for smoothies. When he took a sip of it, however, he pointed out that it was quite grainy. Which he concluded could be attributed to the use of access ice, or the use of refrozen strawberries. Again, it wasn't a terribly big deal, but it is good to know for the future. When my brother went to this coffee shop and few weeks before I did, he pointed out that they have protein powder available to add to your smoothies, which is a nice addition, considering many coffee shops don't have that option. (Atmosphere) The atmosphere of The King's Café is very chill and relaxed, with classic music playing at a reasonable volume over some speakers. Additionally, they uphold a chill, Elvis Presley vibe, with fun paintings of him, vinyl records, and music playing devices decorating the café. The place seemed nice and clean, with the bathrooms, dining room, and bar area cleaned regularly. To conclude my review, The King's Café is a chill, relaxing environment to grab a coffee or smoothie at. After further review, I rate this place 5/5 stars, and I would definitely recommend! Thanks for reading ;) read more

The King's Café - Cappuccino! - Cafes Near Me - Glasgow, Kentucky

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This cafe has me in a strong hold with their chais and frappes. Their blueberry muffins are amazing although I can't wait until it's fall again and she makes her pumpkin muffins. The prices are the best and they are always so nice. read more

Really, really bad coffee in a charming and otherwise pleasant environment. Shots were poured too fast (only 10 seconds!) and we're allowed to sit for nearly 20 seconds before being incorporated into the drink, resulting in bitter, weak coffee flavor. (Shots should take 18-22 seconds to pour, with a rich golden crema on top, if the grind is adjusted properly, and need to be incorporated with milk immediately to retain the delicate sugars in espresso.) This was covered up by a gut-punch of sugary syrup (I ordered a vanilla breve). I threw the drink out after a couple sips. Sad, because the place is fun and inviting (Elvis-themed, dark and woody) and the service is friendly. If the staff was well trained in professional espresso service, this funky down-trodden little town wouldn't know what hit it! There's no good coffee here. The best in town is Fine Arts Bistro, and it's only good depending on the person making it. If anyone actually figures out how to make good coffee consistently here in this charming, working-class town, I think the locals will beat a path to them and make them profitable. As of this review, there is no such place in the Glasgow area. Not recommended, just yet. read more

King's Cafe is a wonderful coffee shop with a relaxing and quiet environment and top-notch coffee. The house made pastries are delicious and the friendliness of the staff makes it a welcoming atmosphere. read more

My second visit to this cafe. The baristas here are very personal and informative even when I order the wrong thing. Thanks for the education and friendly smile. The Frappuccino was awesome. read more

The King's Café - Mocha Frappuccino - Cafes Near Me - Glasgow, Kentucky

Good coffee, plenty of seats. The barista was bare minimum of talking, which was slightly awkward, but didn't stop me from going a second time while traveling nearby. They have oat milk! read more

Love this coffee shop in Glasgow. It has a cool vibe with exposed brick and the smell of coffee. I enjoyed talking with the barista. He made my favorite drink and made sure I liked it. read more

The King's Café - Miel (honey & cinnamon latte) - Cafes Near Me - Glasgow, Kentucky

I have to appreciate the effort that is going in to opening a coffee shop in a downtown area. Thank you for that! The bad news is that the effort is still incomplete. I am in Glasgow fairly often, so maybe I can visit again when things are going better. I visited on a Saturday afternoon and was just looking for some plain coffee. Looking around, I didn't see any creamer setting out as is the norm at Starbucks or Panera. Asking the barista(?) if there was half & half somewhere, she had a funny look on her face. I said, "You know, creamer?" She asked another employee back in the back something, then asked me if I wanted my coffee half coffee/half cream. No, that's not what I want. I got the impression that these folks are good at making the coffee drinks listed on the menu, but not really aware of...coffee. There were 3 or 4 cookies in a display case, but certainly not much of a selection. King's Cafe. What does that make you think? It is right next to a couple of churches, so I was kind of thinking it had a Christian vibe. You know, King of Kings, etc? Maybe it was set-up as a spot for small groups or bible studies. As I was leaving, I noticed a large wall that had been decorated with old LP records. What? Walking out, I saw the logo on the door had a swoop-hair thing going on with the letter K. Maybe they mean for this coffee shop to have an Elvis theme. Maybe? Not too sure about that. read more

This is an amazing little gem in Glasgow. The atmosphere here is amazing. It's a great place to sit and have a meeting, read a book, work and let it be your mobile office. I've really never had better coffee anywhere. My favorite is the Americano. She makes all of the muffins her self. I just cannot say enough about this place read more

Wonderful atmosphere. Great coffee. Nice addition to our community. Friendly staff always helpful and like the quiet when I need it.

Stopped by here while visiting family and got a cappuccino. It was well made. Nice space to meet with people without too much hustle and bustle. Lots of options to customize drinks. read more

Found this gem, looking for a local coffee shop in Glasgow. Very professional staff and helpful. Love the tile used to judge how much cream you like based on color! Great way to be so customizable with your coffee! Would really recommend to all coffee people to these folks a try! read more

The barista was rude, as it was our first time going and we didn't realize where you went to take orders. We ordered 2 iced mochas SIZE SMALL and it was $9. The coffee was mediocre. I'll spend my money elsewhere next time. read more