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    Upper Cup Coffee

    4.6 (300 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for working
    Good for kids

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    Sandwich, turkey eggs and cheese with Carmel latte
    Chevy R.

    Yes!! Go. It's great. There's a parking lot for mobile commuters. Come along! You're greeted from the street, the aromas are present from the outside in & began with a couple outdoor seating situated over a bright sunlight, no shade. It's welcoming upon entry. The interior has cool art attached to the exposed brick walls with a floor to ceiling storefront window, loaded with plants. The ambiance is moved by the great choice of urban music, a total vibe. With ample staff and a mere full house, I was able to quickly place an order that was swiftly made. They were out of an ingredient but offered to supplement it. Product was great with a fair value. Service was wonderful. Not good for large groups, tables are tiny.

    Coffee & PBJ Sandwhich!
    Kendrick R.

    Great little coffee shop. The sense of community is very apparent. The coffee has a unique flavor; it took me a little while to get used to it, but nonetheless, it was good! The PBJ Sandwich was excellent.

    Iced Vanilla Latte w/ Oatmilk

    By far the best latte i've had in columbus. I got a vanilla latte with oat milk and it was the perfect mix of flavors. It's sweet but you can still taste the coffee.

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    10/10 for service, cappuccino, price, and experience. I shall be coming back! This really felt like a community place filled with locals who are so friendly to new comers like me. Love!

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    Katie L.

    Love the ambiance in here, super cute. I got a sugar-free vanilla latte, and it was very sweet and delicious.

    Jordan C.

    The coffee is amazing! I love the taste. I always order an iced vanilla latte with oat milk and add cinnamon! My go-to! The service is always fast and friendly. The music is good. It's on the smaller side but there are still various places to sit to accommodate the vibe you want!

    Aisha J.

    My husband loves coffee and while in Columbus we decided to stop by this cute little neighborhood coffee shop. We enjoyed everything about Upper Cup Coffee the feel and ambience. He ordered coffee, I ordered green tea and we shared a Spicy Turkey sandwich, which was delicious! We give it 4 stars all across the board!

    Jayme H.

    I finally made it to the Old Towne East location of UpperCup and I'm so glad I did. I just so happened to be in the neighborhood and desperately in need of a pick me up and I got just that at this Black-owned establishment. For starters, they have a parking lot, which makes it so easy to run in and grab a cup of coffee. Once entering it's hard to miss the vibrant colors of the wonderful local art on the walls and the luscious plants soaking up the sunlight from the giant windows facing the street. They have upbeat music playing, a good selection of seating, and it has a whole vibe... I liked it! The service wasn't super friendly as I barely got a few words from the person that took my order, but my drink was delicious. I ordered a vanilla oat milk iced latte and I usually nurse my coffee, but I downed it much quicker than I normally would. Next time I'm in the area and in need of a bit of caffeine, I'll be back.

    Checking out this coffee shop!
    George B.

    I've been on a journey trying new coffee shops around the city! And coffee shop has some goooood coffee!! I got the Carmel Iced Latte with Oatmilk! Which was phenomenal, the service was great. The atmosphere seemed as though it had a cool / laid back vibe. I got my coffee to go and by oh boy was I happy with my order! Thank you Upper Cup Coffee!! If you are in the area, or just wanting to try a new place, stop by Upper Cup and get some coffee!

    Outside NOT In

    Outta towner here from Oakland California ... came to have some tea to kill time before my flight maaaan this place chill AF everyone knows the people who comes in or so it feels employees were nice and welcoming good music ... I'll be back when I'm in Columbus Ohio might've found my little tea spot to hit out here. Brian & Dave from Headies told me about y'all so I had to pull up before getting on my plane back to Cali. Thank y'all I like this place ALOTTaBit

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    Suchita S.

    Small coffee shop with a great vibe. The staff is friendly and I love that the counter is covered with different stickers. I got a vanilla latte and it was very smooth, not too sweet and a great price. Its was around 3.50 for 12oz. The baristas do latte art which is a nice touch. It looks like they also have some food options that sound appetizing. If you're in the nationwide children's area, I would definitely come here for my caffeine fix

    Cronuts!
    Sarah W.

    Working in the vicinity of Upper Cup for the majority of my career has allowed me many of spiced Chai and on a rare past occasion, a seat on one their cozy couches for a meeting or to catch up on some paperwork. The vibe is chill, quiet, and cozy, with original artwork adorning the walls. They are always busy, but efficient, as well as friendly. The staff seem to be doing a great job with social distancing guidelines too. And the Chai served is not overly milky, and has a nice spice to it. Today I tried a cronut for the first time and it was absolutely heavenly. Basically the lightest, fluffiest, and most perfect glazed donut without being too crusty or flaky if that makes any sense. I enjoy small coffee shops, and Upper Cup is one of my favorites. If you are in the Old Towne East area I would recommend stopping in and checking it out!

    Caramel Latte w/ Almondmilk _ Grande
    Ashley W.

    As an avid coffee drinker and cafe aficionado, I would have to definitely say Upper Cup Coffee is one of my top coffee shops in Columbus. I haven't been to the Gahanna location yet for this location is the closest to me and my place of work. This shop is charming, chill, and definitely for eclectic people. I have met some of the coolest people through Upper Cup and the Old Towne East community seem absolutely awesome. They roast their beans here and you essentially get the from-roast-to-cup here on many occasions. I am a diehard fan of their caramel latte (w/ almondmilk) and its extremely consistent. There was a time that I would drive there everyday before I started making my own coffee at home. I still come here! It is a black-owned business which is great in and of itself. It's on a busy street full of cafes, diners and plant shops! It's a good thing! 5 stars for the great drinks and food. They do serve food!

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    Baristas are friendly but not obnoxious-friendly (major difference!) Drinks taste good. Food tastes real good.

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    7 years ago

    Coffee tastes just above average. The layout is nice looking but cramped and there were gnats everywhere..

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    11 years ago

    Very good beans roasted on site. Absolutely love this place.

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    Favorite coffee spot in Columbus. The staff is incredibly nice and they fix up the coffee in short order.

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    12 years ago

    Incredible service & incredible coffee! Make your way over to upper cup if you want one of the best pour overs in town.

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    9 years ago

    Nice funky spot for a coffee break. The guys running the place are friendly and the coffee is strong and yummy!

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    8 years ago

    Friendly service, yummy lattes, and a comfortable place to study! Prices are reasonable for the quality.

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    Good coffee stop this morning and easy to find. Some good looking made food items here also though I did not sample. I would return.

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    Nice, quaint neighborhood coffee shop. Friendly owner. Delicious coffees and teas.

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    They roast there own beans and have absolutely delicious and awesome food with coffe the tip of the iceberg

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    11 years ago

    Friendly atmosphere and great coffee! It was within walking distance from where we were staying.

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    Neat place. Had a iced coffee which he brewed then poured over filter into cup of ice.

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    14 years ago

    Love...love...love this coffee. Great place and so glad it's in Olde Town East !!!!

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