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Black Drop
206 W Magnolia St, Bellingham, WA 98225, United States
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Co
Review №1

It’s fine for what it is, the baristas are kinda slow so if you have somewhere to be maybe don’t pick here. The atmosphere is cool but extremely limited seating. Mocha tasted like lukewarm milk. They just need to tweak a few things and it could be 5 stars

Ke
Review №2

Setting is simple straight forward. Order counter is smack in front of the door so you always have people trying to get in while youre ordering. Lots of windows and light. Industrial vibe. Service fairly quick...BUT the coffee was just warm, not hot. Just okay+

An
Review №3

Love this coffeeshop so much!! Its not just about their delicious coffee, the staff and community create such an inclusive and safe space here. And their latte art is AMAZING. Always blown away. Been a customer for two decades, looking forward to many more years! This place makes my little queer heart so happy.

Jo
Review №4

Home is where the heart is -The Black Drop has earned the title of home in many of our hearts, connecting the Bellingham area and beyond. The Black Drop is one of the most welcoming and inclusive spaces in Bellingham, with an even more warm aesthetic thanks to their new location! Youll always find an attentive and loving staff here, along with some absolutely amazing coffee. The menu always has something for everyone, so head over for that study break or if you need to cram for exams, this is the place to be.

An
Review №5

Great atmosphere. Great coffee. Great service.

Mi
Review №6

This coffee was amazing! I never review, but for this I had to. I ordered a hot mocha on a warm day (I was sad and wished Id remembered to say iced) but it was possibly the best Ive ever had AND not made too hot! I can sip it immediately and the place was so cute inside

Je
Review №7

The Black Drop is back and with some yummy food offerings! Just got a half order of biscuits and gravy along with the cheesecake flavor of the day- chocolate with strawberry topping. So delicious!! A week ago, I had one of their new vegan chickpea wraps. Yummy and generous serving that I had it for lunch and dinner. Dont forget the coffee! It is the only place I recommend to friends for their coffee needs in town.

NC
Review №8

Decent place to hang out and chill or do a little work. Much larger location than they used to have, so doesnt feel as cosy but the coffee is still the same gross stuff from the old owners. Also the staff dont seem as friendly but thats probably a result of covid. No Vax card required for entry at this time.. but masks are understandably a must when you arent seated and/or are interacting with a team member.

Ca
Review №9

Love the new location! Great space and friendly staff. Will definitely revisit!

Ch
Review №10

Best coffee! I come here time and time again, always impressed with the service, coffee, and food selection.

Re
Review №11

Locally owned and operated. They have some of the best coffee in town and make a very consistent latte. They have lots of unique flavors to choose from like Bees Knees and seasonal flavors. They also sell coffee beans and a few other coffee related items. They have cookies and snacks as well. A great place to meet up with friends over a great cup of coffee.

Je
Review №12

The Black Drop is the best coffee shop in town. The owners are brilliant and the staff all know their stuff. I refuse to go anywhere else if I can help it. If you havent gone in, I cant express to you enough how quickly you should change that. This place is a gem, come check it out.

Ha
Review №13

The atmosphere was great, but the cortado I had was silty and more dark than I expected.

Mi
Review №14

An excellent local coffee shop! The bee space is beautiful and the food is excellent. I highly recommend the Welsh Rare Bit and the fresh baked pretzels.

St
Review №15

We went twice in the same day. Love an inclusive coffee shop with awesome service and great drinks!

Am
Review №16

I love the new location! And all the new food offerings. Yum!

Da
Review №17

The staff were spectacular and friendly. The coffee and Biscuits and Gravy were Devine! You have to pay them a visit if you find yourself in Bellingham.

Ra
Review №18

Good coffee, great prices, cool location/atmosphere--but the staff made a point to have as minimal interaction with customers as possible. I felt like a house guest overstaying his welcome. I was given a card to put on my table, so they knew they needed to clean it after I left. I got the message, and left before I finished my coffee. (They do this with everybody; something I failed to mention in my first post. Owner clarifies below) Maybe it was just a bad day, but I wont come back (owner was very kind, thoughtful; I wiIl consider going back after Covid-19 situation improves)still think the coffee is fairly priced, they have a strong theme, messaging, commitment to more than coffee.

Vi
Review №19

Always a great experience! Great coffee and wonderful staff.

Me
Review №20

So glad these folks are back open! My partner loves the cuban, I always get a latte, both are always perfect. This time in I tried a little quiche and it was fantastic, highly recommend for a treat savory breakfast. Id post a picture, but I ate it all.

De
Review №21

Great atmosphere, nice staff, and yummy coffee. Great spots to sit and work on your laptop and later hours than most coffee shops in Bellingham.

ex
Review №22

Had a gift certificate and used it throughout different shifts and days and got the same vibe each time your not my demographic. Service was slow and drinks mediocre so many other options available.

Ch
Review №23

Honest opinion I do not like this place. I came here to get an ice chai tea and I asked for an extra shot of chai cuz I dont like it when all I can taste is milk with a hint. I like to taste what my drink is. When I tried asking for am extra shot she did everything to avoid giving me an extra shot she said oh I can water down the milk now it tastes like watered down milk with no hint of chai.I still got my drink but I dont think I will be coming back.Sorry.

An
Review №24

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Black Drop Coffeehouse while visiting from out of town. I decided to try the Bees Knees and not only were the staff very friendly with prompt service, but the drink was absolutely delicious. I later had the pleasure of meeting with the owner, whom was very friendly and this definitely was a highlight of my trip. I brought some Cobra Kai coffee home with me from the trip which is my new favorite brew. I will have to head back soon to stock up. If you have the chance, I highly recommend stopping into this great little cafe. The environment is cozy, staff friendly and knowledgeable.

Ge
Review №25

Finally made it to this esteemed coffee shop in a city that takes its coffee seriously. Relaxed atmosphere with cozy chairs and local art on the walls. Varied menu with delicious seasonal drinks alongside standards and some pastries. My Chailo Ren (chocolate, chai, latte, espresso) was robust and yummy. A cool place to start your day.

Cy
Review №26

Really great selection of coffee and bakery items.

Ja
Review №27

Terrible coffee and terrible service. Plenty of other options around that actually deserve your money.

ro
Review №28

Thank you for the amazing food options, the vegan cheese plate is absolutely superb, the pretzels as well. I will plan to be here constantly, forever and beyond.

Ca
Review №29

I’m a coffee for life fan. The man behind the counter was very friendly and accommodating. I drank their special: French Toast Latte.It was a beautiful, sunny Tuesday evening in July so we sat outside but away from the transients.

La
Review №30

The magnolia with chocolate in it was the best coffee Ive had in a while!

Je
Review №31

Black Drop’s new location and food menu are amazing. The mini quiches and lemon bars are my favorites!

Lo
Review №32

Nice setup in the new location with the entrance on Magnolia and the exit out the other side of the building. Quality of the coffee was excellent.

Al
Review №33

Super friendly and inclusive staff. I come here often to get some work done and treat myself to the best coffee in town! If youre feeling sweet, their specialty drinks are great!

De
Review №34

Great coffee in unique surroundings. Very Bellingham!

Ce
Review №35

Great coffee and atmosphere. Employees are helpful and kind.

An
Review №36

Delicious coffee, and so many creative flavour options!

Ma
Review №37

Great coffee, good pastries, strong sense of community. Everything I want in a coffeeshop!

Th
Review №38

Awesome coffee, fast service, and funky interior. Highly recommended.

em
Review №39

Cool little coffee shop in Bellingham. Great coffee and hot chocolate!

pe
Review №40

Nice place to have a sip and sit

Ma
Review №41

Amazing coffee, atmosphere, and baked goods. Best drip coffee in town. Interesting and delicious specialty drinks.

Da
Review №42

The Black Drop has the best coffee in Bellingham. The Darkness is my favorite blend to buy and has been for years. If I feel like getting crazy I get the Black Widow, but on most occasions I drink it black with a couple refills until I get jittery.Awesome spot to hang out and read a book. They keep it simple with great coffee and snacks.

Ju
Review №43

Didnt know about this place till recently. Good coffee and nice people!

Va
Review №44

The people are wonderful, the building relaxing and calm and the coffee...well when you can go in and make your own flavored coffee I would say amazing, everyone has to try it once.

An
Review №45

Great tasting specialty drinks!

Co
Review №46

Nice coffee shop. Great place for a drop by or if you want to post up and do work as well.

Ry
Review №47

It was my first experience with this coffee shop and its really just a fantastic experience and I know without a doubt Im coming back. Rylie, John, Maggie and Lisa are all just fantastic and I really appreciate my time Ive had for my first visit. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐× infinity. I know Im returning and absolutely no doubt about it.🐩💕

Em
Review №48

Love the new space! Very open and spacious. Theyre very good at following COVID guidelines. Lots of space for studying alone or having a coffee date with a friend.

Br
Review №49

Black Drop makes incredible coffees, we had the Black widow, bees knees and the 100 acres woods, all were delicious, they spend time making these treats and it shows in thier quality

Ru
Review №50

Great local coffee spot. Friendly staff and eclectic atmosphere.

Gr
Review №51

Love their Bees knees drink. Staff is very kind, great service.

Jo
Review №52

Very good coffee and pastries. Comfortable place to sit to enjoy your coffee.

je
Review №53

On of my favorite coffee spots in bellingham. Good local spot to drink and hang out for a few.

Da
Review №54

One of my favorite place to come by and meet with friends. I always feel safe and good at the Black Drop, and I love the different types of coffee drinks Im exposed to here. The Cuban is definitely my favorite!

Tr
Review №55

I always have a good experience here when I’m running errands downtown and need a little extra boost. Peaceful people, mellow vibe, and strong coffee. Happy they exist!

La
Review №56

I was having a heck of a hectic morning at work. I took myself on a walk to decompress and ended up stopping by Black Drop on a whim. Not only was their fireball mocha unstoppably delicious (not too sweet, richly chocolatey, and just the right amount of spicy kick), but they made an elephant with the coffee art!!! That was such a delightful surprise, and it totally made my day. Thanks, Black Drop team! Yall are beautiful!

Th
Review №57

Great place to get coffee to stay or go. I love to chill and create

Ah
Review №58

Best darn cuppa Joe downtown if you ask me. Great staff, killer brew, wonderful atmosphere. 10/10!

Ke
Review №59

Nice place, very unique. I will definitely be returning from time to time.

So
Review №60

I went on my first proper date here as well as had alot of professional meetings. Great service! Would definitely go again ❤️

Ke
Review №61

My wife loved the bees knees and the peanut butter cookie was pretty good. Service was very quick.

Mi
Review №62

Creative coffee, always delicious. Have been to some really fun events here. Love there community involvement 💗

Je
Review №63

Wow... I am kinda in love with this place! From the AMAZING location, to the original drinks, to the friendly Baristas, this place makes me feel like I could live here.First time I had a mocha with molasses, INCREDIBLE... This time, was going to try the Dirty Dan, but the awesome Barista I was chatting up asked if (since I asked if it would taste kinda like a dirty chai, one barista to another) I would like to try the dirty chai WITH sarsaparilla.... omggggg, it is a life changing drink on a cool autumn day.This is officially my new favorite coffee stop in Bellingham WA 🖤

Se
Review №64

Floaty mcfloat face. nuff said.

Kr
Review №65

Laid back, funky vibe. Coffee is awesome. Staff are friendly and sassy and I like it. I recommend getting the Bee’s Knees.

Ab
Review №66

Not only is the coffee good and the flavor combinations unique and delicious, but the Black Drop is first and foremost a community hub. You can see it in the posters in the walls, the employees, and the customers who gather there. Thank you, Black Drop!!

El
Review №67

The best coffee, the best staff, and the best vibes. Bellingham wouldnt be Bellingham without it!

cj
Review №68

The black drop is a nice cozy little coffee shop. The coffee I had there was pretty good! The place was clean and tidy. I would love to go back again.

Lu
Review №69

Very comfy little coffee shop, the coffee was pretty good and I enjoyed being there. Id definitely go back! Kind of hard to find parking, but its downtown so thats to be expected.

Ab
Review №70

Great coffee, stand-up people, cute environment, positive force in the community. Love the creative drinks (both coffee & tea) and yummy pastries!

Je
Review №71

Absolutely delicious coffee, and a wonderful staff! A few pastry & food options as well. The shop is cozy, funky, and totally Bellingham! If youre downtown dont miss it.

fr
Review №72

Stayed in Bellingham for a wedding recently. Prefer to support local businesses; and especially women or LGBTQ run businesses. Found Black Drop via search and reviews. The cortado I ordered was the perfect balance of finely roasted beans and steamed oat milk. The temperature was also perfect [unlike the national chains that burn their shots]. Definitely returning for another beverage [the specialty menu looks awesome!] on our next visit to Bellingham.

Br
Review №73

Super friendly staff, great selection of coffee, love the environment. But what I love most is how inclusive this place is that they are not afraid to take a stand. Appreciate this business greatly consider it one of Bellinghams treaaures.

Ca
Review №74

Good place to eat

We
Review №75

Good service, OK coffee.

Mi
Review №76

Great coffee. Wonderfully warm and welcoming staff! This is a safe space.

Sg
Review №77

The black drop is hands down the best cup of coffee I have had anywhere. I dont say that with any exaggeration. Every time I find myself in Bellingham, I make it a mission to get a coffee of espresso, and buy a bag of beans. Its an absolute treat.

Er
Review №78

The beans are fantastic; I always end up with a very tasty espresso. The rotating art is refreshing as is the variety of music. Staff is chill, vibe is relaxed; great for reading, study, or just sitting.Definitely drink here, youll be a happier person.

Ma
Review №79

Great coffee, amazing staff, and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether youre looking for a simple cup of coffee or a comfortable place to do some work, this is the place.

da
Review №80

Love these folks and love their new space!

Ad
Review №81

Good atmosphere, friendly staff. I thought the coffee was sub-par for a specialty coffee shop. Was pretty bitter. Other options in the area have much better coffee in my opinion.

Az
Review №82

A Bellingham staple with a cool and inviting vibe. Plenty of drinks for coffee lovers or those wanting something sweet and mellow, all executed beautifully.

Se
Review №83

Astounding atmosphere, welcoming environment, friendly and lovely staff. The best coffee in town, too! I personally recommend their seasonal specials, but hooooooly can never go wrong with a Fat Elvis.

Cr
Review №84

A really special spot and my fave downtown coffee stop. staff and funky atmosphere is first rate, and fantastic menu of house coffee recipes and baked goods. Good place to get some locally roasted beans too

je
Review №85

I love black drop coffee! The bees knees is so delicious and the staff is also so warm and welcoming!

Br
Review №86

In my opinion the coffee was mediocre at best and the owner spent an awfully inordinate time behind the counter discussing far left politics. Based on his patrons, I guess that kind of thing flies here but definitely not my cup of tea (pun intended).

Ka
Review №87

Delicious coffee by people who know their roasters. I always get the cherry grappler when I’m feeling fancy.

Go
Review №88

Avoid this place. Not a true American. Plenty of other places to go to support those who support the United States.

L
Review №89

Black drop is the best choice for coffee in Bellingham, hands down. Not only are they known for their unique lattes, but also their fine tasting quality coffee from local roasters Maniac Roasting. They are the epitome of what it means to be a community whos fundamentals are based on supporting each and every member. This shows in many forms including the many fundraisers they have supported throughout the years, buying from and supporting other small businesses and being inclusive to all. I love this place and the people who run it.

Ch
Review №90

One of the best coffee shops in Bellingham. Great coffee with some unique specialty drinks. This place has a welcoming and cozy atmosphere.

Ca
Review №91

Had really creative drink selections. Staff was genuine and personable. Great place to just sit and enjoy your coffee

Ka
Review №92

I dont even like coffee and I like coffee from the Black Drop. I am in awe of the people who made this environment so awesome and welcoming. Thank you Black Drop for all you do!

St
Review №93

Elegant, sophisticated coffee for an affordable price. Best coffee in Bellingham, and wonderful service.

Ty
Review №94

The hipster, shall I say Portland-ish, coffee house of b-ham. A great basic latte/drip/etc, but I encourage exploring their flavor pairings. This is what makes this place special.

Fa
Review №95

Amazing coffee, friendly staff, great atmosphere!

0A
Review №96

Top notch local coffee joint with an amazing selection of unique flavors and treats to try. They recently stared roasting their own beans, and the quality is astounding. They also have a wide selection of options for those with dietary restrictions, so even my lactose intolerant mother can enjoy their delicious brews.

Mi
Review №97

Black drop is an inclusive, warm, safe space for anyone to enjoy delicious coffee and food while being themselves. True Bellingham at its best.

Ka
Review №98

Easily my favorite place to grab a cup of coffee in Bellingham. Used to study here all the time while in college, and their mochas kept me alive.

je
Review №99

Im not a coffee drinker, but my wife is and she really likes their roast. The people who work there are always friendly and cool, best part is they give back a pecentage of the coffee they sell to the homeless and other local charities.

Da
Review №100

Excellent coffee shop for people who are more interested in quality. I mostly come to Black Drop to get my beans, but on the occasion I order a latte, it never fails to be excellent. Whether it be youre getting beans or getting coffee, you cant go wrong here.

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  • Address:206 W Magnolia St, Bellingham, WA 98225, United States
  • Site:http://blackdropcoffeehouse.com/
  • Phone:+1 360-738-3767
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
  • Espresso bar
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–5PM
  • Thursday:8AM–5PM
  • Friday:8AM–5PM
  • Saturday:8AM–5PM
  • Sunday:8AM–5PM
From the business
  • Identifies as veteran-led:Yes
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Organic dishes:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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