Morningstar Coffee & Co — Restaurant in Symmes Township

I’ve been coming here for years, and it never disappoints! Janet is the absolute sweetest, and their drinks and bakery treats are always delicious. I hadn’t been in the area for a while, but after running an errand, I decided to stop by. I figured Janet wouldn’t remember me—it had been so long, and she sees so many customers every day. But as soon as I pulled up, she greeted me with a huge smile and asked where I’d been. We caught up for a bit, and she was just as warm and kind as ever. The fact that they take the time to get to know and remember their customers makes this place truly special. Plus, everything is reasonably priced, and we always leave...

This is a quick and friendly local drive-through that breaks up the monotony of the Starbucks/chain coffee shops that seem to be the only other options in the area. They serve all the essential drinks, and they seem to be plenty customizable with flavors. I'm a basic guy, though; I've had a plain latte and plain cappuccino, both of which were decent but nothing special. (They do have almond milk as an option, even though the menu doesn't show it). The fancier drinks are probably where they shine most, but I'd still rather get a basic beverage from here than the other nearby chains. I wouldn't deter anybody from giving...

Janet is the nicest barista I have come across in ages. I come nearly every morning and she has made me feel like a regular from day one. She takes customer service to another level and truly enjoys what she does. I can get a large flavored iced latte with FOUR shots of espresso for $4.25 and trust me when I say it doesn’t lack flavor. I am picky with my coffee, I like it to be fresh and not overly sweet. The caramel macchiato is my favorite. Definitely give her a shot! Also, located in a very convenient location with a double sided window so you can choose which...