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    Uncommon Grounds

    3.9 (112 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    UNCOMMON GROUNDS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Sesame bagel with cream cheese
    Annmarie L.

    So happy that Uncommon Grounds has a location in CP. The service is great, there was a long line when we entered but it moved fast. As u can tell from the picture they put a lot of cream cheese on the bagel. I always ask for cream cheese on the side. We often buy their day old bagel which are prepackaged. Coffee is good strong and always hot. We'll be going back.

    Sausage egg cheese on cheddar parm bagel and the flying pig on everything bagel
    Lena M.

    Wow, the bagels here are incredible. I wish I could go back in time and eat one right now. One of my college best friends grew up in Cohoes. When I knew I was gonna be in the area, I asked him for his favorite coffee shops. He told me he always came back here for a bagel when he was in town. I'm so grateful I visited. First of all, this space has great natural lighting and plenty of seating options. It's super cozy and has a local feel for being a chain. There were people around us with laptops so it seems like a good place to work. There were also lots of people meeting up too and some just reading. It's a versatile spot. I loved our barista. Not only was he charming and easy to talk to, but there was a moment where he thought I grabbed the wrong drink and he chased me to warm me (I can't have milk so this meant a lot). We resolved the drink thing quickly and I was grateful for his help. I hate to admit that I did not like the drink. It was some pumpkin snickerdoodle special drink and it was a really confusing flavor for me. I did however adore the bagels. My fiance and I decided to go halfsies on a sausage egg cheese on cheddar parm bagel and the flying pig on an everything bagel. They were divine. My favorite was the cheddar parm bagel, it was just so delicious. I highly recommend stopping here for a delicious breakfast or lunch bagel.

    Line on Memorial Day!
    Jamie S.

    Food Service Ambiance This place is evidently a local staple and we totally understand why!! 10 out of 10!! It was Packed when we walked in but that was no issue! The line went FAST, the service was spot on, and the place is awesome looking. Everything was "To Go" but they have good seating available. Even with it packed for the holiday there were plenty open areas if we had wanted to sit. We got the Lots of Lox on the Rosemary Olive bagel! I loved it!! The Rosemary Olive bagel was a great touch to add a spice of flavor! Loved that Savannah suggested that! I got a quad shot vanilla caramel latte which she also made perfect! My son grabbed a Western bagel sandwich on an everything bagel. He said it was 9 out of 10... then corrected 10 out of 10, would recommend! It looked pretty epic although I didn't try it. Awesome bustling place, great food, super fast service once we ordered! Really impressive all the way around!

    Olive pit in the Olive -rosemary bagel !
    Mary W.

    Mad props to the kids that work here. There were about 10 people in front of me and by the time I ordered and ate my winner winner on an olive-rosemary bagel they had served another 42 people!!! The sandwich was delicious but there was an olive pit that very nearly broke my tooth! Great quick service, that didn't suffer for the hustle!

    Nischinth S.

    This place has one of the best chicken salad sandwiches I have ever had!! Uncommon Grounds advertises itself as a community café that specializes in fresh-roasted coffee and freshly baked bagels. The café is warm, inviting, calming with art work and a social activity hub. They have 3 locations(been to all 3) around capital district and this location in Clifton Park is the most convenient to me. The other locations include Saratoga and Albany. I ordered my chicken salad sandwich on a jalapeño bagel with tomato, lettuce, green peppers, onions and jalopenos. I try a different bagel each time and my favorite would be the everything or garlic bagel. I f I not mind their tuba bagel sandwich too but I just cant get rid of the lingering taste it leaves behind. Take your laptop, catch up with your friends or you want to just go sit there to waste some time and find your inner peace......this is the place to be.

    Peter H.

    Addicted to their decaf latte with coconut milk. We We're just here yesterday. I am not sure why but they are delicious. It's also a better and quicker alternative to Starbucks.

    Abby F.

    THE LUMBERJACK OH MY LOOORRRD ITS SO GOOD. Uncommon is just such a Clifton Park classic. Everyone loves it hear the place is nice, the food is good, and a great coffee spot. I only took one Star off because you walk out smelling like day old oil. And the smell sticks to you. I think it's because the kitchen is open air.

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    Joyce C.

    Had seen this Coffee Shop pop up on Yelp whenever I search for a good place to work from. Finally got to check it out, didn't realize that they're more of a mini-chain. I guess my expectations were of a cute little mom & pop place. Pros: Appreciate the Small sized options for Specialty Drinks. $3.50 for a Honey Rosemary Latte. Really Good! Not a fan of either flavors usually, but this was both pronounced & subtle. Not too sweet or too herby. The girl at the counter said that they add Rosemary in the Espresso Grounds & pulled together & the Honey is steeped with the milk. I got it Decaf & it was smooth & medium flavored. $5.50 for an Almond Tarte was a little pricey. It was good & soft. Don't think it was GF. I've had other Santiago Cakes & am wondering if this is based a little off of them. Ambiance: Very Standard & Corporate looking. It is spacious & there were small booths and tables, high top tables near the windows. Walking in I would've expected a Barnes and Noble attached to it... There is a section in the back for local art, the same abstract landscapes that you see anywhere. Again, expected something Unique for this Coffee Shop & disappointed. Their Merch was cute & they have beans & blends for sale. It was very clean and they blocked off tables for social distancing. Noise is a problem if you're there to work, you can hear every conversation. Can't remember if there was music playing. The area near the window is more sectioned off, but probably more cold. Cons: The pastries look like something from a wholesaler, frozen cake slices. Don't know if this is because of the pandemic, but feel there could be more In-House Baking offered overall. There was lots of bags of "Day Old Bagels" for sale, leftover probably due to the pandemic also. I don't think they're NYC-style bagels- if you know what I mean... Would like to try some of the Bagel Sandwiches or Salads, but get the feeling I would have a similar experience in the food as Panera Bread..

    Meghana A.

    Bagel... a compliment to a cup of coffee, the arch nemesis of the "donut".. if you're looking for a local Starbucks... with a community feel look no further. Never been disappointed with their sandwich.. love the chicken salad sandwich. It's a bit expensive $8-$9. If you want a bang for you buck, you can get 8oz box of the salad and get a couple of bagels and make your own sandwich for 1/2 the price. Also look for a bag of their day old bagels, they are pretty good. Their locations are so "uncommon" ... it's unfortunate that there are only 3 ...they certainly need to expand their footprint.

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    No longer serving fresh Brew tea just simple tea bags which is something people can do at home this place SUCKS

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