Location and coffee are amazing! I do wish they had other flavor choices like caramel but I tend to get there seasonal drink every time. Go for the coffee/tea that’s it, food is either pricey or lacking.
Great coffee shop. Clean, friendly, and our neighborhood favorite. Pastries, light breakfast sandwiches, tea and merch available.
One of my favorite coffee shops in the area. They are currently out of chai tea concentrate as there is a shortages. They are all super friendly and have wonderful drinks and food.
This place is awesome and a great addition to Proctor. The space is beautiful and bright with amazing windows and a very clean design. They have a wonderful staff as well. Everyone was friendly and provided suggestions. I did the Ethiopian pour over on their cool “poursteady” machine! See pictures and video!!!This is a great stop while out shopping the farmers market or just walking Proctor in general.Check this place out when your in town or show it off to friends from out of town!
Probably the best vanilla latte I have ever had. It is smooth, vanilla syrup does not overpower the taste of milk or coffee, coffee is not too acidic. Mostly likely my favorite coffee shop now, just sucks I live so far away, because I would come here everyday. Their staff is friendly and personable.Plus, their pastries are well done and taste amazing. If youre around or not, come visit this place.
This place has great coffee. They roast there own which is nice and unique. The environment is nice sorta of a quick sitdown area with window seats nothing like comfortable coaches but a nice quick drink and eat location. They have plenty of variety of coffees and a few pastries as well. Good shop and company all together .
Every time I go to any Olympia Coffee location it is a wonderful experience, but this visit to the Tacoma spot was absolutely exceptional!! They were so friendly and relatable. The location is in the nicest neighborhood and I am thoroughly impressed.
Staff are amazing. Coffee is also awesome, unique flames available.Even if the coffee was terrible, we keep going for the staff.
This is a pleasant cozy coffee shop. The quality of their coffee is perfect. Nicely done shapes on the top. Like in the pics. It feels like a very high quality kitchen in your house. A great place to enjoy coffee and be with your family or friends any day. The workers take pride in their craft. They’re very kind and they make sure your covered. Fantastic location too. Great job Olympia Coffee!
Great coffee and atmosphere. I loved coming here every morning to work or read or people watch. The staff is sweet and helpful and the environment is safe and cozy. It is in the perfect location in this neighborhood surrounded by boutique shops and other restaurants. I love the overall aesthetic.
Great first impression! Clean interior, friendly staff, and wonderful coffee. Didnt try any of the pastries, but they looked delicious. Was a very busy place for only being open two months - Im really glad theyre getting such great business! I love that theyre in the heart of the Proctor District. Will definitely come back again.
The one in Olympia was recommended in an article I read. So we went on our way hiking. We werent impressed honestly. Husband is a coffee farmer. So not sure if we are just overly picky, but honestly not worth going out of the way for.Service by one young man was unfriendly. Thankfully the young woman in there could see the look of tension on me and tried to make me feel better, but I got out of there. Maybe the Tacoma one is more friendly.Im sure the coffee is the same.
The best coffee I came across in Tacoma. And the modest selection of pastries are fantastic. There’s vegan options tasty as hell. I’d never had a Kouign Amann a Breton pastry (NOT vegan), and relished every bite.Enjoy!
One of my favorite places for coffee. Their pastries are phenomenal as well. Definitely a must visit.
Never been disappointed here. Very friendly & knowledgeable staff - barista could tell I was new to buying beans and was very helpful in picking out a good roast & offering to grind them.
In the land where theres a coffee stand on almost every corner, Ill make the bold (probably premature) declaration that this is my favorite coffee place. You wont be disappointed in their specialty drinks, but what sets Olympia apart is their bean selection and roast. Believe me, Im on the hunt for better and open to recommendations, but havent found it yet.
Came in for a latte and when I received my drink the rude barista girl with a tattoo on her left arm is telling me to hurry up and get out of the shop when Im trying to find my keys. It was only about 10 seconds after being handed my coffee that she has the nerve to force me out. I understand with the pandemic there is a limited capacity, but dont rush me when I am a paying customer.
The quality of the roast comes through with the care that they pull the espresso shot. The barista was clearly skilled truly stretching the milk not just heating it with steam.The atmosphere was clean with a classic mid century vibe.The offering of a few sweet and savory treats in addition to nitro cold brew makes for a well rounded coffee experience. Well done.
If you love high quality coffee, you have to try Olympia Coffee. My wife and I stopped in on the way to Olympic National Park and had some of the best cups of coffee we’ve drank in a while. Their specialty drink at the time was the Oatchata and it was delicious. The atmosphere in the store is great and the baristas were super friendly.
Best coffee in Tacoma! Friendly service. Amazing coffee. Glad this establishment is a part of our community.
The nicest, coolest and most efficient team of baristas I have been served from.Highly recommend!
Very nice staff, good flow through for coffee during a pandemic. Welcome to Tacoma Olympia!!’I want to compliment Nikki’s extremely awesome customer service. She’s gone the extra mile for me on several occasions ❤️. Hannah is awesome as well. It’s so refreshing to have real people, real coffee and move away from corporate star... you know the rest:)
GAH-- I love Olympia coffee so dang much. First of all, all of their locations are incredibly well designed and beautiful. It feels nice to be there; minimalist, clean, and elevated. I appreciate that Olympia coffee is a B corp and their coffee is fair-trade. I am always diligent to make thoughtful + ethical purchases because it is important to me to support businesses that value not only their employees, but also all of the people who work hard in the chain of production.As far as quality, their coffee is top-notch. Their espresso has notes of caramel and chocolate, but sans any burnt flavors. Phenomenal coffee beans make for phenomenal drinks. Whenever I am in Tacoma I make sure to give them a visit.
Best coffee in town. Possibly the best coffee in Washington state
This place is cute! I like the vibe and the attention to detail. The people who work there are always super friendly. I wish they had a slightly wider menu (or maybe they have more choices that just arent listed?)
Really cool people working there, and the coffee is good to ... good atmosphere ..
Service was friendly, and the coffee was great. I cant wait to go here again.
I love this place!! I actually love all of their locations. Terrific coffee and staff.
They have about 5 different coffees and the ones we tried were not good but the main reason I give them a one star is for refusing to follow the state COVID protocols. The business pre COVID has a maximum of 34 people Allowed inside and with current restrictions it should be 50%. They literally allow 2 people inside at a time, what a joke.
Staff is very friendly and their drinks and pastries are delicious. Located in the cutest part of town.
Im not a big coffee drinker but I do love a good chai and this place has it. I tried their seasonal Tumeric Ginger Chai with cinnamon and now I wish I could have one every day this winter. Its cozy. I appreciate their chai isnt overly sweet either and you can still taste the spices. The staff is friendly.
I should have took a photo of the food but it was too good to interrupt. Certainly worth a return trip.
Great coffee and always friendly staff ☺️
They are the best; no one compares. Im obsessed with both their chai and their hot chocolate, since Im not a coffee person. But my husband is and hes kind of obsessed with Olys coffee. And even I like smelling their coffee, which I promise says a lot. You wont regret a trip there ever.
I read up that this was a good place to grab coffee while in the area, although I was super disappointed as it tasted burnt and like rubber. For $6.50 for a medium coffee I don’t think that’s gonna cut it for me, couldn’t even drink the rest of it.
Staff was very friendly and coffee was good.
Amazing coffee, excellent pastries, and friendly staff. We will be back often!
I ordered an olympic fog and Ive never had a umami flavor balanced so delicious. It is for sure the coolest way to taste the pugeot sound.
The staff is so friendly and genial that its a joy to come to this Olympia Coffee location. Rotating seasonal specials are always a treat and the current special, the Calabria (a hot or iced latte with homemade bergamot infused vanilla syrup and rose petals) is my favorite. A wide array of milk options including alternative milks like oat and almond are available.
Truly good coffee.
Delicious matcha lattes and friendly service.
Excellent dopio macchiato & Cortado. The New baked goods are very tasty.
Its just ok. The locations seems difficult to sit and enjoy a coffee in due to the set up and the coffee is so-so. I do like the service and friendly faces who work there though.
Euro style cafe, bright stylish and clean looking. The pastry and quiche are really great, from an Olympia bakery. Get your beverage for here, to get a beautiful presentation on wooden tray with a water back. All this said, I dont personally like their coffee. They favor Central American roasts. I like deep Indonesian profile. I still go there, I like the hot chocolate, chai, and other non coffee drinks.
The staff is always amazing the drinks always good
Really good coffee! They take care of their coffee throughout the entire process, from bean to cup. The interior is modern but cozy and quaint. Menu pricing isnt bad, and they dont have any gimmick coffee stuff here! Im a huge fan of the mocha, which they seem to make better than anyone else with almond milk. The only cons I could come up with were its a fairly small spot for how busy it can get, which means youre in line quite a bit without a place to sit. Another would be the small tables that make it hard to meet more than 3 people here at a time.
Since I don’t drink most of what they serve, I can only remark on the service and cleanliness of this retro modern house. I needed only water and was greeted by pleasant smiles and attitudes from the staff. The glass I was given for water appeared to have been hand washed and dried as it was spotless just like all of their patron tables and counter tops. Everyone dressed with professional attire and you just felt relaxed. It’s only given 4 stars because I haven’t tried their food. But if the service is any indicator, the food must be great.
Great little coffee shop! I got a vanilla latte and it was really good! Not too much space to sit, so wouldnt recommend going with large groups. But perfect for working on a laptop or getting coffee one on one with a friend.
High quality coffee even better service
One of the best coffee!
Wanted regular beans. All flavored blends.
A small and charming coffee shop that fits right in with the surrounding area. They make good stuff if youre a fan of coffee, although if youre expecting a lot of sweetness in your drink, then this may not be the place for you. The staff on the other hand is very sweet and attentive, and though the prices arent the cheapest, you certainly get what you pay for.
Awesome little coffee shop, shows up on a Saturday morning and there was a line out the door. The cappuccino was delicious and my only regret was not buying whole beans. For how long the line was, the staff was very friendly and fast too. They have a great thing going here, and I will be back for sure. I fully reccommend checking this shop out.
What does one go into a coffee shop for? Well, it was really very exceptional. I read some less than stellar reviews here but none could fault the paramount purpose of this establishment. With that national chain right across the street, Olympia will have plenty of business from converts. I am telling you, this place is LEGIT.
Lovely shop! The staff, coffee, and merch is all delightful. :)
I was so happy when they opened up a shop here in Tacoma! I love Olympia Coffee, best coffee Ive ever had! Great company in general, and this location is lovely. Everyone that Ive interacted with has been friendly and helpful. Always a great, fresh, rotating selection of beans. My only complaint is that I wish theyd stay open later at night.
I love that you can charge your phone while you have their delicious coffee. Noteworthy is the hot chocolate--made with Seattles Theos chocolate. Just delicious. (Make sure you get their thick whipped cream and some sprinkles on it.)
Decent brew. Seller service.
This place is so great! I worked in the coffee industry for 14 years in Seattle and this is my favorite coffee shop in Tacoma. The coffee is always great, the baristas are super friendly and knowledgeable and the atmosphere is bright and inviting. My daughter and I go here on little dates while big brother is in school and she loves it!! Highly recommend!!!
Expresso Coffee flavor is really great! I always have a double decaf vanilla latte. Friendly staff and good service. Even when there’s a line, it moves along smoothly.
Quaint
Good coffe, nice people. A little bit flowery. Mocha is not the best. For beer experience get straight espresso, pour over, or latte.
Nice coffee spot in t-town. Simple, clean, feels very Scandinavian. Good coffee. Friendly staff.
Very friendly service and great coffee.
Delicious small batch coffees. Smart, courteous, and friendly staff. If you dont know exactly what to get, all and theyll help you find something you will like!
I had an excellent breakfast sandwich and very good green tea, but overall I was disappointed by my first visit to this new occupant of a key corner in my neighborhood Proctor District. Food offerings are very limited. The decor is sterile, uninviting and doesnt fit the District, the place is cramped, and the seating is so incredibly uncomfortable it has to be a deliberate effort to keep people from lingering -- worked with me. OK to grab a quick take-out drink and pastry, but thats about it. On-street parking only -- may be in short supply. Ill stick with the Starbucks across the street.
Nice lol non-Starbucks coffee shop. Friendly staff and my Chai tea was yummy! Great place to people watch.
Great coffee. Fantastic service. Good food options too!
Coffee was delightful and waffle breakfast sandwich tasty. Staff were friendly and attentive. Love the bright location.
Delicious coffee and drinks
A hip coffee shop with clean aesthetic, custom Miir mugs, and high-quality espresso and pour-over options. A bit pricey but a great place to work for a bit, meet a friend, or people watch downtown.
Love their coffee! It is a little pricey, but worth it. Also enjoy the trendy atmosphere.
Favorite coffee shop in Tacoma. The cutest interior and friendly, warm staff. I love that their interior door is open to Lapis next door, among all the other walkable goodness in Proctor! Pro tip: lemon iced cookie
Nice decoration and coffee made to order. Shares space with a jewelry store. Its nice for browsing.
My favorite thing to do is watch people freely falling into the evil empire across the street. Poor souls.
I lived in Oly for years and now live in Tacoma, so happy to have OCR near me again. The vibe is a little different but the coffee is still great.
Interior is overly sterile with white on white and hard surfaces. The exterior is simple and unassuming but extremely bland like the coffeeId thought a third try was in order since I buy coffee daily on the way to work and on the weekend at Starbucks directly across the street.I should make an observation about business at Olympia Coffee now when they open in the morning they have an absence of customers for the first hour or so. I sit reading the paper at Starbucks every morning every day of the week and clearly see no one in the place. My question is why open up if you have no business.Top Pot Donuts have nearly learned their lesson as to when to open. (Could I suggest 10:00 till 4:00 for TP)As for OCR maybe 7-4 for them as well.Coffee in both of Starbucks competitors is not as good as what the mermaid offers.The service is straight forward and like the interior bland and sterile simply not a lot of personality bit they are nice.Ill be so very surprised if either of these places are open in the Proctor area in 5 years. Unless the landlord is giving them the space.Like the Walla Walla must be an online company because no one is ever in the placeSome of these places ....what are they even doing open...
Beautiful interior, loved my drink (natural Ethiopian), hubs let me taste his which was also delightful (honey processed Burundi). Laura was very friendly and helpful, two very enthusiastic thumbs up.
Great coffee and really cute inside not a lot of seating. You can cozy up to the bar in front of their own roaster, very cool.
Great location in the Proctor district in Tacoma. Great staff. GREAT coffee!
Best Americano I think I have ever had! Also the quiche did not disappoint❤
Thanks for being a Sustainability Stop for the 2019 Green Tour! Your Burundi pour-over is delicious, your pastries from Left Bank are incredible and your cafe is beautiful.