Side Track — Restaurant in Opelika

I love everything about this place. It has a peaceful and good atmosphere. I like the simple and minimalistic decor. The people who work there are so nice and clearly love what they do. I went there one day and found out on my phone that it happened to be National Coffee Day. I told the barista and he responded "oh really? Well I am so glad that I'm working today!" I usually sit at the bar seating so I've talked to 3 of the baristas and they are all so friendly and fun to talk to. I could also tell that this place is serious about their coffee based on the beans they use and sell, they are currently using King State. Something that really sets this coffee shop apart is their seasonal menu. They mix ingredients with coffee I have never seen done before and tastes really good! I am a huge fan of this place, and I do not mind driving from Columbus...

What a breath of fresh air this place is. The Good. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The coffee is maybe the best in town. It was sooo good. Did I mention how good the coffee was? Even though this is basically counter service, they brought our coffee to us in REAL cups and glasses. [You can get it to go] They also brought water to our table as a courtesy The atmosphere is really inviting.

Be Aware, they don't charge a certain amount, but allow you to pay what you think it's worth. It's not a big deal, but you ought to pay at least what other places charge, even if you can't get better coffee at those places.

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Summary. Go! Ignore the trains going by, or enjoy them, but, go! Drink!...

This is an amazing third wave coffee shop! The coffee here is excellent!

The staff are very knowledgeable about different kinds of coffee and can provide recommendations based on roast level, process (e.g. washed, natural, or anaerobic), flavor notes, and brew method.

If you’re looking for a unique, speciality coffee shop experience with a modern urban vibe, this place is for you! You can sit down at a table, a couch, or around the coffee bar, which is set up like a cocktail bar in the center of the space.

We came on a day when they were also baked goods from Stinson breads, which were excellent.

Be sure to browse their extensive collection of knickknacks and records...