ACOCA Cafe & Roastery -- Apparently Appleton got hipster while I was gone…read more Came back to my old stomping grounds for HS reunion week and somehow ended up having one of the most interesting breakfasts of the trip. ACOCA immediately gives off that independent coffeehouse/artsy/creative energy you don't necessarily expect when you're remembering the Appleton of your younger days. We all ordered the Bagels & Lox with salad, and I'm not gonna lie ~ that plate looked damn good. Fresh lox, colorful veggies, pickled onions, greens and an everything bagel. Add some quality coffee and you've got yourself a pretty solid morning. The space was spotless, the service was friendly, the drinks were good and the atmosphere was genuinely cool. But let's talk $$$. This was the priciest morning meal we had in Appleton, and one person in our group felt the price was a little high considering you have to put the sandwich together yourself, and only one of us was given a small ramekin of salad dressing accompanying our meal. Also we wish the bagel was slightly toasted instead of just a sliced everthing bagel. Still, I'd rather pay a little more occasionally for a place with personality than eat somewhere completely forgettable. ACOCA definitely has personality. Would I return? Absolutely!!! This is more my vibe for morning eats & cold/hot brew (Coffee/tea) that is Brews. Views. Food. Sometimes the journey takes you somewhere that doesn't involve beer.

My first visit from out of town. The bagel and espresso were decent. I like the interior and the…read moreambiance. Very good atmosphere for a morning coffee. The service was excellent. They cleared the tables and greeted everyone.

A small work group ordered paninis for lunch--they were all correct (I admit I was the annoying one…read morewho asked for substitutions) and still nice and warm by the time we picked up and got back to our conference room. The chips are baked ruffles and they threw and extra bag in--even if by accident, it was a nice surprise lol

It was good lively vibes. Loved the artwork! The breakfast sandwich I got was meh it wasn't bad…read more Just basic but the bagel it was on was soft and easy to eat. The service was busy but they still bring your food to the table. Coffee was good- got their medium roast for the day.

Excellent coffee and baked goods. Nice location downtown. Always friendly staff. It's truly hard to…read morefind a GREAT coffee, and these guys nailed it.

I absolutely loved the environment of this cafe! Bountiful seating. I got a blueberry hibiscus tea,…read moreit was great. I believe their teas are rishi tea. I also had a vegan cherry almond scone. I LOVE cherry baked goods and it was AMAZING! I live in the Milwaukee area otherwise I'd be here every week. We stayed until close and throughout the entire time we were there staff were friendly. The cafe vibe is spot on.

Quick rundown: Tasty food options, patient staff who are…read morehappy to explain anything to you. Slow walk-down: My friend and I had been burned and left wanting after a less than fruitful visit to another establishment earlier in the day...(see: my review of Lou's Brew Cafe). So we were hungry, parched, and looking for a quiet and cool respite from the raucous Mile of Music-ing. Maybe because we were already so low and just happy for anything, but I was truly very pleased with our visit here. Since they weren't hosting any concerts, it was pretty empty and quiet. Also it was, I think, within an hour of their closing time, but they didn't try to rush us out and did not make us feel like we were being difficult. And...we might have been a bit difficult. My friend had a lot of questions, specific dietary needs, and is pregnant so has some very specific wants. None of which is bad. Just sometimes...businesses and workers can get annoyed with even a single question. But here they did not. They were full of information and happy to share it, never hesitating to offer a recommendation or answer a question. Thank you for your patience and friendliness! I got an iced coffee of some kind. I don't know which one specifically...but I know it was delicious and it certainly hit the spot. I also got a piece of quiche. They had a looooong list of available kinds of quiche, they all looked delicious, so I just told them to choose one and surprise me. It was a little strange to see it delivered with grill lines on it, but I think they just used a panini press to heat it up. Which...hey, good use of existing kitchen tools! And it made the crust less soggy than one that was heated up in the microwave. It doesn't change the taste, and it was delicious. It also came served with some apple slices, which was a nice, tasty, refreshing surprise. My family members have a deep love for Copper Rock for coffee and breakfast foods. But I gotta tell ya....*whispers* I think Brewed Awakenings is betterrrrr! Give 'em a shot!

Service attitude and cleanliness are not good. Baked good was dry and should've been warmed up.read more

What went well? Everything…read more You are seriously doing a disservice if you don't step foot in this establishment. Food is delicious and prepared in a timely manner. Coffee is some of the best in appleton. But the ambiance takes the center stage. you wont feel cozier anywhere else. I think this is my coffee spot now!

Establishment had lots of flies inside the restaurant. Food was underwhelming, a bowl of…read morebrown/gray leftovers with a slimy egg. Would not recommend this place. Staff was kind, but it did not make up for the lack of food quality and dirty interior.

Easily would come back! The space was clean and comfortable. Our coffees were made with care, yet…read moredelivered with speed, and they were incredible! If you're in the area it's definitely worth the stop!

I am a sucker for cute coffee shops on the bank of the Fox River…read more I am a sucker for a space filled with natural light, lush green plants and cozy furniture. I am a sucker for Insta worthy patios and outdoor seating. I am a sucker for a house made treats, fun twists on coffee and deliciously yummy food. I am a sucker for sweet midwestern hospitality and super sweet baristas. I am a sucker for peach lattes, cinnamon rolls and monkey bread. YUM. I am a sucker for great prices for great quality items. When recently in Appleton, we were suckers for this spot and will easily return! :)

Great little shop to have on college ave. The little grocery shop is great to pick up some snacks…read moreand even produce, and their menu seems to have quite the variety.

I have ordered from Emery and Pearl so many times as they are located by my work. The sandwiches…read moreare excellent and I have never had poor service. They also have the best little grocery store with pantry, fresh, and frozen items available.

If you feel tired and need a good pick-me-up, come here for coffee or tea. The cozy environment is…read moredowntown Appleton, the drink selection is great, and the pastries are also good.

I liked the interior ambiance and the service was good! I'm looking forward to coming here again.read more

Saturday 8 am 1 person helping customers service very slow for a hotel…read moreStore. All I wanted was a coffee with cream Not even acknowledged 20 mins in line Too busy training To help customers Huge fail

I ordered a fruit and cheese box and an iced coffee. They didn't have the fruit and cheese box and…read morehelped 6 customers before me. When I asked for a refund they asked if I wanted to sub it out for something else. Keep in mind all protein boxes are about the most expensive thing in the store. They stated they couldn't refund it and that I would have to call in order to get refunded for an item that they listed as available. Also their iced coffee was terribly over steeped and not iced correctly. Overall poor experience. I worked at Starbucks for 8 years and it's sad to see how the quality of stores are dropping.

Stopped by Mateo's for weekend brunch and quickly understood why it's such a popular local spot…read more I'd recommend getting there early because it can get busy! The menu features classic breakfast favorites, with generous portions and solid quality. The French toast was good, although it wasn't the traditional brioche-style French toast I prefer. The scrambled eggs, however, absolutely hit the spot. Service was great, the ambiance was welcoming, and I really had no complaints. I didn't have enough time to explore more of the menu, but I'd definitely come back to try some of their other breakfast options. Great food, great service, and a local favorite--definitely worth checking out!

This would be one of my favorite breakfast places in the Fox Valley. Came here on a Saturday, and…read morethere was a wait time but well worth it. My wife and I ordered the skillets. I had the corned beef hash and my wife had the Popeye skillet. Both were very good. There are choices of pancakes or toast as sides. We ended up being able only eat half our servings, and the rest we took home. Surely we will return to try other dishes.