This place has become a meeting-place standard in my monthly routine. The earlier in the day you…read morevisit, the busier they are- but if you wait, you won't get a curry croquette! The staff are friendly, efficient, and well versed in their products. Some of the furniture could use a refresh (some of the upholstered chairs are looking worn) but overall the decor is pleasant and the entire facility is clean, clean, clean! I often order a hot tea with a savory pastry, but if you're looking for something special, the Mont Blanc pastry and the pistachio matcha latte are very popular. On one recent visit, my friend ordered the apricot pastry, and I got an ube donut and a mushroom tart. So good! The cream under the apricot was so light and fluffy. The combination of long open hours, friendly staff, and very fresh pastries makes this shop an essential spot in west Lawrence.

Not sure if this is a fair review because I didn't actually go to the restaurant. I can't tell you…read moreif it was clean if their selection was great or their prices because my niece bought me a couple of donuts after hearing me say I would like a cookie or a doughnut and the Hotbox in Lawrence was no longer open. I gave the twist a three average because that's how they tasted. They weren't glazed twist, they were baked and sprinkled with sugar and maybe some cinnamon. They weren't "the donut" I was used to. They weren't too sweet, which was good, but they really didn't taste like a doughnut it was more like sweet bread.

Wonderful service, and even more wonderful staff! Had an amazing experience with Sammy and loved…read morehow friendly and helpful she was! Will be coming back!

Ditch Brothers is one of many coffee shops in Lawrence. The vibe here is happy, colorful and hippy…read more They have an extensive menu but I think their specialty isn't so much coffee as it is drinks. They have kinds of refreshers and energy drinks. They have pastries and treats. They are always busy and they are very organized. They have a person at the line that takes your order. Very fast and efficient. Easy to access and this is drive-through only. No inside space or outside seating

Don't let the retail scare you. Best biscuits and gravy in town. 100/10. Great Bloody Mary tooread more

Coffee SUPERB! My favorite latte in Lawrence! The steak sandwich was not worth $17. The meat was…read moregristly and didn't taste good. The surrounding part and homemade bread looked good(I skipped the bread). The aioli dip for the fries was excellent and the fries were delicious. Even the brownie was fabulous! Hope they work on the meat part. The service was quick, which was really nice. Thank you Sunflower.I took a drink of my latte before thinking to take a photo, hence the stretched heart.

Mass Street has no shortage of coffee options, ranging from small local biz to corporate Seattle,…read morebut La Prima Tazza brews up one of the *best* coffee drink menus in this town. Whether you like your coffee hot or iced, LPT has flavors and options galore and each drink is handcrafted and made to order. You can even get their housemade roasts to go with super-competitive prices. I love their house espresso roast and at $13.50/lb., that's a fabulous value. Their baristas are friendly and *know* coffee, and I got hooked on their signature Vienna blend after a barista recommendation. It's not as 'burnt' as many dark Vienna styles and it's still a fave for me. Parking is Mass Street, so either you pay or you find your way in. La Prima Tazza doesn't have a ton of seating due to the size of the space, but the intimacy lends to the charm of a local kaffehaus. They've been here for more than three decades and it remains one of those places that I always suggest when people ask about coffee in LFK.

I came out of the brewery next door and smelt the coffee in the air. This man was on the bench and…read morelooked at me and read my mind. "This is a good place" is what he said, so i proceeded walked right in and got a real good cup of Joe. Maybe you're in the area or coming out of the bar like I did -- go in and grab a cup and get good vibes.

Uplift has the BEST breakfast biscuit - crunchy on the outside, tender in the middle, with a real…read morepiece of good cheddar, - and I LOVE they have packets of grape jelly on request because that's how I grew up eating breakfast sandwiches. I love the beans they offer - my favorite in town. The homemade seasonal syrups are a MUST - was obsessed with rosemary brown sugar this summer - and the baristas are all kind and accommodating with half-sweet requests. Glad they got a location downtown.

This is a cute coffee shop, stopped to get coffee be getting on the road. The staff was nice and…read morehelped us with a recommendation since it was our first time there. My husband and ai both got a honey, lavender, and cinnamon latte. We both enjoyed it. I noticed after we ordered that they had some seasonal coffees but wasn't obviously displayed initially. My kid also got a chocolate muffin, she said it was dry so that was a little disappointing. They also have merch and plenty of seating area. They also have plenty of parking. If we are back in the area we would try it again but might not get another pastry.

Taste of americano lacking, served lukewarm, ended up going someplace else. Maybe good for other…read moredrinks but wouldn't order americano. Friendly service.

What kind of a coffee shop doesn't provide WiFi? "Yes we have it but not for you" Seriously?read more

Came for the patio seating and enjoyed it! Plenty of indoor and outdoor that is shaded. Drinks…read morethemselves were good! Not bad not great. What's really nice about this spot are the hours, 8a-8p daily. Would be nice to study or read in my downtown Vegan friendly

Stopped by this spot because the vibe looked super cool and it definitely delivered on atmosphere!…read moreThere is a lot of seating, which is a huge plus if you're looking to get some work done or just hang out for a while. Outlets are available in certain areas. We ordered an iced latte and were a little bummed that they didn't use espresso shots but rather dispensed from a container of cold brew? It didn't hit the mark for me unfortunately. The flavor was milder and was almost watered down. If you are craving a classic iced latte, I would not recommend this item. Overall, Java Break is an option on Mass St. to chill or study. But, I'll have to try a different drink next time.

It's a caffeine thing. No more, no less. Starbucks has tapped into a legal adult addiction and made…read moreit into candy. It's wrapped in pretty green and white colors, poured into a cup and they made a siren their mascot. I am a frequent flyer here. It's just about the buzz. They can take a bitter drink like coffee and make it look like cotton candy on a hot summer day at the county fair. As many times as I've been here, never once have I ordered plain coffee. Nope. I want tons of sugar added, more flavored syrup, please! Then I want fluffy whipped cream and a blessing of pretty sprinkles to seal the deal. Is it good? No- it's delicious. Divine! I love that you can use the app and order ahead. WOW! Now technology is helping me get my buzz! I love the different concoctions Starbucks can create so effortlessly.The customer service enablers have always been very nice and pleasant. They are more than willing to help me feed the monkey on my back. They do not bat an eye at my creative customized drinks although I am sure they snicker behind my back. Starbucks is always clean and sterile looking. They do a great job at promoting fake ambiance with their decor. It looks kinda movie set fake but it works on some level. I am certain people do not come here for the decor. The food at Starbucks is the weakest link. There are plenty of pastry and cake offerings which are difficult to screw up. Lately they have started adding sandwiches and breakfast items. Nothing I have tasted there has been amazing. I have been underwhelmed by their food items. The only time I even remotely found their food tasty was when I was in an airport and a Starbucks sandwich was my only option at dark-thirty. I do think they are pricey, too. For what you get for your food, it is expensive. I would love to try their cake pops but it is outrageous to pay what they are asking. Also, I think the drinks get pricey, too. They charge for every little minuscule add-in and that ruffles me up, at times. I suppose people, like myself, will pay for their addiction whatever the cost. This is not the best coffee in the world by any estimation. But once they put it through their magic fluff machines and make it come out all candyish you don't notice the quality of the coffee is lacking. I guess as long as I am getting my caffeine, Starbucks is my vehicle of choice.

Pretty good for a Starbucks. It's inside a Target so while there is some seating it's almost never…read moreused. Sitting next to the bakery and produce isn't exactly a destination coffee hang out. They seem to do a good job training baristas here though I still get a lumpy, half mixed green tea latte any time I order it iced. I come here almost every day before work even though I could stop at other locations on my way.

I was recently in Lawrence to visit my son who attends KU. I've been craving bakery quality dishes…read moreand live in a very small town that just doesn't have any good options. This place BLEW ME AWAY. I tried the lemon custard croissants, cherry danishes, and salted chocolate chip cookies. Everything was so buttery, flaky, salty, sweet!! The perfect mix. Their delicate laminated pastries are as good as anything I've ever tried and even as good as the little shop in Paris that has been the object of my affections since I visited many, many years ago. There's really no seating, it's a tiny space with some chair rails so don't go expecting a sit down experience. But do go expecting to taste the best pastries you've ever had! (Oh small side note, bathroom was pristine and so nice!) Apple Maps doesn't take you to the right location but google maps does.

Ordered items for Easter dinner. The carrot cake was amazing, very moist cake with a light and…read moredelicious frosting. Loved it didn't contain nuts since I was serving to guests and wasn't aware of any allergies. Was a little disappointed with the hot cross buns. They tasted amazing and were a hit, but the traditional cross on top wasn't present. Also was baked in a round container instead of the advertised and traditional rectangle. Staff was so nice from the ordering, payment and pick up. Pick up was at the sisters store Taylor's donuts which tempted me with the apple fritters and amazing smells.

Mana is a quaint tea bar on the edge of the Massachusetts "strip" of shops and restaurants. Mana…read morehad a booth at the Midwest Tea Fest in September in KC, and Eric R. bought some tea from the booth that he liked. We just finished up at Allen Fieldhouse watching the Aggies lose to KU (poor Eric R.) and his work called with an emergency so he wanted to sit somewhere, get tea, and use his laptop. I suggested we go to Mana's location. There is free wifi and several places to sit. We decided to share a pot of tea. The tea expert let me try the tea of the day, Oriental Garden oolong, which was really good to me. However, Eric R. likes green tea so we had to agree. He suggested jasmine pearls, and I agreed. We sat down, had lots of cups of delicious jasmine green tea, and got work done. There was a tv playing Japanese anime quite loudly in the background, but we tuned it out. I would come back to try other teas.

Diverse options for tea, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. This is a nice comfy spot…read morewhere you can rest assured that someone will help you select the perfect tea. With a sample of the tea of the day, offerings of kombucha, as well as snacks and gifts, you can cover more bases than just being caffeinated. There are cozy seating areas, kind employees, and a vibe of being removed from the chaos of the outside world. Check out their menu online for their offerings (loose leaf options, tea service, by the cup, Kava, Kratom, etc) ; not the basic, traditional tea you might expect. The employees are very knowledgeable and helpful.