While there is much to recommend this place, I probably wouldn't. Don't get me wrong, the staff are nice, the seating and atmosphere surprisingly pleasant, and they make a good cup of drip coffee. Unfortunately, as nice as the staff are, they are also slow. Obviously not lazy (they were all working), but also obviously in no hurry. Sadly, as nice as the room is, it's also just a little cooler than even I find comfortable and echos in an intrusive manner.
Lastly, (and the only thing I can't forgive) their skill at making an espresso based drink is abysmal.
I watched the barista over-steam 3 drinks in a row, the drink sizes are massive and watered down even for drinks such as the cappuccino which is classically quite small. Additionally, half the orders I saw were mistakenly made in 'for here' cups then dumped unceremoniously into to-go containers. In the way of personal experience, the few drinks I tried (Americano, cappuccino, and espresso) were all a little sad.
Is a place I -wish- was better especially given...
Read moreI visit the library next door frequently, and every time, I stop by Waves Coffee for a drink. The staff here are incredibly friendly, always greeting customers with a warm smile as they take orders. The drinks are consistently excellent. I usually have a brewed coffee without sugar or cream, but when I need a little extra energy, I go for something like a caramel macchiato. No matter what you choose, the drinks here are top-notch.
I don’t just come here when visiting the library—I often drop by whenever I’m in the area. The staff keep the place spotless, regularly cleaning the tables and floors. The restrooms are always clean as well, and I’ve noticed that the staff frequently check to ensure they remain that way.
The only downside is the parking situation. There’s no convenient place to park nearby, which can be a bit frustrating.
Overall, this is a fantastic spot for coffee, and I highly...
Read moreThis Waves Coffee has great staff. When I went to the shop on Uptown Live Saturday afternoon, only one young lady was working. There were super busy with long line up. The young lady worked hard with a big smile all the time. When she took my order, she still asked me do you want a plate for your scone and want to toast it? What a surprise she would offer me so much that I don't think this would be offer in much busy time. Thank you for her hard working and still want to keep her good job for all customers. It's great to see some young people enjoying and put good effort to their job. There were also one young man work hard at the other side of the counter. The setting of the shop is comfortable with big window good for people watching and a small patio. A great shop with great staff is win...
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