What an awesome spot! Even though I myself am not religious, I love the premise of an inclusive space for those who are. The fun progressive drink names were awesome! My cold brew was delicious, and the service was spot on! read more

Urban Abbey - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

What a gem! This is a coffee house that I would love to spend an afternoon in. We stopped in for a quick book browse and loved the book variety and the gift options. If I find myself in Omaha again I think I'm going to just block a morning to sit and enjoy the Urban Abbey! read more

Amazing coffee shop/bookstore/ inclusive and welcoming church. Great coffee menu in a beautiful, sunlit, clean space. Staff are kind and helpful. An emphasis here on social justice and human rights including sexuality. This is not what I would consider a typical religious bookstore/church. It's a wonderful option if you are looking for something a little different. read more

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Delightful coffeehouse, book store and United Methodist church - a true urban abbey in the heart of Omaha's Old Market. This is your safe haven for inclusive and progressive theological resources as well as advocacy, plus they make an excellent latte. Their books are well curated, with the children's and youth sections and devotionals especially noteworthy for their depth of selection. Gift hunters will appreciate the fair trade section, along with an assortment of notebooks and candles and one of Omaha's largest and most unique sticker holdings Check their website, Instagram and Facebook for special events and worship times read more

Urban Abbey - Never know when there will be crafts - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Urban Abbey is located on the Old Market road where there are multiple restaurants and cafes. This cafe has sufficient parking available outside. The cafe is led by a young team and they are doing such a good job! I ordered Iced Mocha coffee and it was so good. The exact kind of coffee you need after a long tiring day. The team is very sweet and welcoming. The cafe has less sitting options and its a cafe with a very minimal interiors but perfect for a take out. They also have bookstore inside the cafe that one can checkout while waiting for the order! read more

Urban Abbey - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

The iced banana bread latte was a delicious recommendation! Love the decor, the vibe, the service.

I stumbled upon the Urban Abbey while visiting the Farmer's Market that is held right next door. I was looking for any sort of caffeine, and I'm glad I happened upon this neat little spot! The Urban Abbey isn't just a coffee shop, it's also a bookstore and church. They are pet friendly, and I saw several dogs inside enjoying their time at the shop with their owners! There is plenty of seating and there was a good blend of individuals sitting quietly and reading or studying, and groups visiting. The shop isn't crazy loud - it's very peaceful inside. I ordered a dirty chai and enjoyed the drink. It wasn't game-changing coffee, but it was good and I really enjoyed the environment in the shop. Definitely a nice place to stop in while downtown! read more

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Stumbled upon this place while wandering in 35 degree weather in an unknown city, early in the morning searching for Starbucks. As the wind whipped against my lips causing them to burn, I saw this cafe out of the corner of my eyes. Could it be?! COFFEE? As I took shelter from the wind I was greeted by a friendly counter person and ordered a honey lavender latte. As I waited, I gazed at homemade gift items and random books for sale. I looked for to see a woman drinking coffee holding her dog. Due to my curious nature I asked the counterperson if this was a dog friendly spot? Any size of dog can come here? I was informed they are not only a Dog friendly spot but they love ALL animals. Guys. Do you know how long I have wanted to visit a cat cafe??? This is it. They allow cats!!! Pet your cat and drink your coffee. This is it. They also had chickens hatching in a corner. Yes you read that correctly. My coffee was magical and I believe they said 10% of these proceeds go to a non profit? I forget. Anyway. Cool spot. Check it out. The cat cafe!!! read more

Urban Abbey - A coffee shop that is hatching baby chickens. Adorbs - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

During the week before my graduation in Omaha, my friends and I had an Airbnb nearby. One morning, we really needed a pick-me-up and looked for nearby coffee shops. We wanted to try a new one, so we decided on Urban Abbey Cafe. I ordered a Chai Tea Latte cold and for a little snack, my friend and I shared their chocolate muffin. The Chai tea latte was delicious and so full of flavor. The chocolate muffin was warmed to perfection - the chocolate chips were deliciously melted and the muffin was moist. I'm so glad we chose to visit this coffee shop because the baristas were also very friendly and knowledgeable! read more

Urban Abbey - Chai tea latte - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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The sign outside this little treasure in Omaha states "Coffee, Cause, Communion". We love this message and the commitment to social justice that this coffee spot represents. In addition to coffee there is a nice bookstore here with a variety of books focused on spiritual as well as social justice themes. This wonderful establishment also is the only place we have encountered in all of our travels where there was a free supply of feminine hygiene products available in the women's room. So generously thoughtful! The menu included a selection of specials called the Coffee Seeking Justice People. We ordered a Marsha P. Johnson, which is a honey lavender latte, and a R.B.G., a black and white mocha latte. The honey lavender latte had a delightful taste of honey and lavender mixed with the rich espresso which was a truly refreshing combination. The mocha latte was a delicious mix of flavors and very satisfying. We loved this delectable coffee repository and the message of justice and equity that it conveys. We will come back every time we are in Omaha and will also tell our friends in the area to stop by for coffee and more. read more

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For serious reals, I legit MISS this place. I was in town for a conference, and needed a cool place to work. This cafe is awesome. It has everything mobile coffee shop workers of the world need -- free wifi, great natural light, excellent tea/coffee, snacks, and a whole bunch of books! I absolutely loved the feminist/queer flare of the place, and if I lived locally, I'd probably be there every day! If you live nearby and haven't checked this place out, you totally should do yourself a favor and get your butt over there RIGHT NOW. read more

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Such a cute coffee shop! Such a homey feeling upon entering, the decor is fun including the furniture. Part of the space is a bookstore with cool gifts to buy. Great natural lighting especially when I visited on a Monday afternoon in December as the sunlight filled the room. Lots of space to study or do work. I think it's also a great place for a date or light conversation. The coffee smelled good but I didn't get a drink because I'm not into coffee. However, I indulged in their fair trade chocolate, which was fair price and tasty. Restrooms were clean, friendly staff, what more can I ask for?! read more

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I was excited to take my girlfriend here because she is a lover of books and coffee. Alas, neither were consumable. Coffee tasted like it was made with lukewarm water and powder and the book selection was poor. read more

A friend of mine, who lives in Omaha, told me about this place, since it as her favorite spot to get coffee from. I would always compare small coffee shops to the mega Starbucks and Urban Abbey was a pleasant surprise. It felt like a Starbucks, but in a more earthly, mom and pop environment too. Located in downtown Omaha, I was here after getting lunch @ the Wheatfields restaurant in the Old Market area. I was in Omaha to run the 2012 Omaha Marathon and it was a good weekend. Urban Abbey didn't foot the bill as a premium coffee outlet, but the ambiance was almost prefect, yet subtle. The service I recorded was above averag, instead of the usual drone of Starbucks in my daily life. They have places to sit down to enjoy your drink. They also have a display case filled with sweets, which a portion of the proceeds are donated to charity. I bought a mint brownie and it as good! Recommended! The service was wonderful and I would totally come back to Omaha and visit this plac again. They also have a mini book store in the back, so that is a pleasant surprise. Sort of like your Barnes and Nobles in a way. There is parking adjacent to the building, so you can hop in and out of your car at your leisure. This plac makes me smile. I tried their Ethiopian roast and its different than Starbucks' dark roast. Support local! B+ read more

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This little coffee/book shop is located around the corner from where my daughter gets her hair done. I usually walk to UA to get coffee while I'm waiting on her. They are friendly and the coffee and atmosphere is pleasant. Today I tried a barista favorite (Jessica's fav) Lavender Honey Latte. To my surprise it's great! I'll be sure to come back and take my daughter (4 y/o) to check out their cute book nook. read more

Urban Abbey - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

The latte was a little bitter from over oxidation of the espresso, but the croissants as good and flakey. I would recommend this place read more

Urban Abbey - "lucky latte" or a croissant in honor of St.Patrick's day!! - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Solid, unspectacular coffee. Also had a cookie that was not very good. I found a lot of the vibe of the place to be virtue signaling. But maybe that's just me--clearly a lot of people dig it. It does seem like a good place to study or work since there's a decent amount of seating and it wasn't terribly busy. read more

Where to start... how about this beautiful soul of an employee that was working on Friday, April 23rd. She was so sweet and helpful and her kind energy was literally felt throughout the entire store. The selection of books was lovely and I ended finding a book that really fits for me and my life right now. I also ended up trying the peach/mango iced green tea and it was one of the most refreshing drinks I've had in awhile. So glad I found this adorable place and plan to visit again anytime I'm in Omaha! read more

Urban Abbey is all around an amazing place to be. When you walk in you see a comfortable dining area, books on books on books, and warm & welcoming faces. The coffee is AMAZING and reasonable priced, and if you're just drinking regular coffee you get free refills. Also!! Every month 10% of their profits go to a different nonprofit organization. They have a worship service Sunday mornings and evenings, and all are welcomed, no matter their race, gender, sexuality, or religion. read more

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This coffee shop has books, comfy seating, free WiFi, and friendly baristas. What more could you ask for? Gentle music in the background. I went on a Monday so there was generally only a couple people. Located in Old Market, parking is by the hour () so definitely keep that in mind if you're going to be there longer than a couple hours to study or read. The baristas here are really friendly and offer lots of seasonal treats. There is currently no rewards program (but if you ask about it, they usually give you a coupon for your next visit!) read more

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Solid coffee, wonderful environment, very friendly and knowledgable staff (in terms of crafting quality coffee drinks). If you're a more serious coffee drinker, this is a good place to check out. read more

I loved the tea and coffee here... .the tea was actually so great I ended up buying a box set! The atmosphere was super welcoming. Everyone there was full of smiles. There were several tables strewn about that welcomed not only people wanting to study or to work, but for quiet conversation. The only reason I'm not giving this place more than three stars is that the selection of books was pretty limited. Yes, I know it's a spiritual bookstore, and hence, the books are limited to that genre. But still.. I'd get more out of it if I could buy a book or two. :) Regardless of the array of books they carry, I really do like this little spot. Check it out if you're out and about. read more

Urban Abbey - Coffee and treats and books?! Only my most very favorite things. - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

How cute is this cozy little spot?! I was here for an event this week and it is such a comfortable welcoming space with the sweetest and most friendly staff! It's hard to find places like this and I'm so happy I came across Urban Abbey for an event - now I'm positive I'll be there very often for a coffee and hang out spot. Definitely recommend! read more

Customer service is at 1000%. They were so helpful with us and gave me many great suggestions of places to go in town. The atmosphere is a classic cafe/bookstore. Clean, comfy, welcoming and great music vibes. read more

I think A-OK is probably the right call for this place based on my experience. I had seen it before and decided to stop in today for a cup of coffee. The place itself is very nice, plenty of seating and lots of books. I can see it being a great place to get some reading or work done, if you like to go to coffee shops for those things. They have a good selection of muffins and other baked goods, which I didn't try. I'm trying to watch my figure! I am only going with three stars because the coffee was only average and when you are a coffee shop, that's what you get judged on at the end of the day. The lady working the counter was very sweet, it just wasn't a great cup of joe. I probably would stop in again if in the area for something but I doubt I will make any special trips. read more

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, great coffee, great books, usually fairly quiet and not crowded. Great place to read a good book and have some coffee or other beverage. read more

Terrific coffee but the kicker up to five is that it's a church run nonprofit that uses revenues for many humanitarian causes, nice people.. No preaching :) read more

Easily my favorite coffee shop in Omaha. There are several things you simply cannot beat about it: Mission: Affiliated with a church, they are a non-profit coffee house that uses parts of their proceeds to benefit local Omaha charities. Though the place is explicitly religious, I have never felt unwelcome or pressured by the employees or members of their religious group to attend their services beyond one simple invitation when I first visited. Product: The coffee is Beansmith which is delicious and high quality AND it's for a great cause. They also have small plates of desserts and lunch-type items that are homemade donations to their charitable cause. They have all the beverages you'd expect at a good coffee house from the simple brews to the frozen coffee concoctions. Atmosphere: Bright, airy, surrounded by books, and welcoming. You don't feel rushed or hurried. Price: Affordable! Service: Super friendly and personable. You'll probably makes friends with the employees in no time. If you're in the Old Market and you're thinking of getting a coffee, give Urban Abbey a try! read more

Excellent service (though not always the most knowledgeable if you order something with an alteration--even icing a loose leaf tea requires coaching). And a great cause. Fantastic work space with good lighting and good amount of outlets and benches. read more

My co-worker & I went to Urban Abbey today - it was my first time & I am in love! My Green Mango Peach iced tea was amazing. But even more than the tea, I loved the feminist children's books! read more

Went in here today to grab a coffee passing through town. The vibe is very nice and as a Jew/atheist I was excited and open to a Christian bookstore and wanted to sit and enjoy nonjudgementally. The barista, asking my fiancé and I about our cross country road trip, said "ah, man, you're only visiting liberal cities!" Which is a gross thing to say when you're not talking about politics and you don't know who you're talking too. The coffee was sour and crappy. I got an iced Americano, pretty easy. He put a cold drink in a hot only paper cup so in 10 minutes it was soaking through, plus he let the espresso sit so it burned itself before it touched the ice. Bad experience. Go somewhere more professional. read more

I love the space, really comfortable and lots of areas to relax. There are both working areas and conversation areas. The staff was nice. Coffee was pretty good. The location is great, just around the corner from core market area. read more

Absolutely delicious cold brew and incredibly welcoming and friendly staff. Plus, they are dog friendly. Would definitely recommend!

Had fun at the Urban Abbey enjoying a tea latte with my brother. The Abbey features a cozy atmosphere with soft alternative music and friendly baristas. Peruse the bookcase for a spiritual journey or just check out their jewelry display. Overall an enjoyable experience. read more

Urban Abbey - Had a mint tea latte at Urban Abbey in the Old Market - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

The space is beautiful and well lit. The couch was comfortable. The staff were friendly. They showed me the selection of tea bags they have. I asked for the chai with almond milk extra hot. I was given the option of all milk or half milk/half water. The tea was exactly how I like it. read more

I just adore this place. I was a bit of a hippie in the late 60's & early 70's, and the one thing I do miss most about those times was the feeling of peace and warmth and spirituality that would wash over me in certain blissful settings. I feel as if I recapture some of that peacefulness when I relax with a good book and a cup of tea here. I know the selection isn't what you would find at B & N, but the vibe is on point, and that is hard to find. Peace :-) read more

I stayed across the street at the Embassy and the hotel's coffee is less then desirable. What a blessing to find this place so close by. After my morning jog, this place was my treat. Great coffee and service!! The manager there gave great tips about what to see and where to eat too. read more

This shop has books and coffee. Heaven on earth. This place has a mission, but wears it lightly. Affiliated with a church, and home to services and other spiritual and philosophical events, it was mostly empty on my weekday morning visit. The gentleman who made my drink was the leader of the community, and very ready to engage in conversation. This is not to say that the experience here is preachy or proselytizing, quite the opposite. In fact, one of the children's books for sale was the one about two male penguins hatching an egg and raising the chick (oh my!--George Takei). There is a small selection of best-sellers, an interesting curation. The rest of the books are spiritual in nature, with a numbers bias toward Christianity. The space is brightly lit by large windows and provides ample seating of a good variety. The bathroom was out the hall a ways, but there is one. My latte was competently made. Come here for a place to shop a specific niche area of books, do some work with a coffee, or to attend and event. read more

Urban Abbey - Mug with a message. - Bookstores Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

While the coffee isn't my favorite, their Green Mango Peach Iced Tea and chocolate brownies make it worth the trip.

A beautiful, clean café with wonderful gift items and many books. The dark roast is particularly flavorful. Light roast is very fruity and almost tea like. Especially wonderful was the service. Krista and Katie went out of their way to make us feel welcome and to make sure that our drinks were made correctly. Highly recommended!!!! read more