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Common Grounds Caffe
166 W Union St, Kingston, PA 18704, United States
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Common Grounds Caffe
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Br
Review №1

The food is awesome, and the place is super quiet and clean too. Perfect hangout spot for breakfast or lunch if youre in Kingston

Ch
Review №2

Horrible experience!The breakfast sandwich was a total, inedible mess and most certainly didnt come on local fresh baked Brioche roll... more like a cheap hamburger bun from the grocery store. The iced coffee was fair at best and had some sort of lingering, funky aftertaste, and the smoothie was just plain flavorless.On top of everything else it was 20min late... Very dissapointed in this place.

To
Review №3

Apple pie french toast and americano were so good everyone was super nice ill be back for sure

Re
Review №4

The coffee is not good. Also overheard a man who seemed like an owner of some kind loudly talking negatively about the vaccine. If the people in the shop are anti vax I don’t feel safe going back.

fr
Review №5

Great coffee and food! Cool, calm, and relaxed atmosphere ✨

St
Review №6

Hey Jimmy Griffin here !! I go to Common Grounds on a daily basis no matter if I get a cold brew or Hot Coffee its always top Notch .. Ive had everything on the menu and its always been dynamite although Im partial to the Avocado Toast with Egg yummy!!!Staff is so friendly and helpful my girl Maddie and Cali are the best!! Owner Jim a Great guy and always super helpful !!

Ke
Review №7

This Cafe has the best coffee in the valley.Food is top notch with a personal touch my favorite is the turkey gobbler for lunch and the meat lovers omelette. Great spot to hangout with friends and family.

ha
Review №8

Great food!! Best ingredients, best quality foods. Service is great they make you feel appreciated for your business and seem happy to serve you. If you are on the Keto diet try the bullet proof coffee. Only coffee shop anywhere that serves this.

Ka
Review №9

These 2 items alone were $13. The cappuccino - in that tiny cup which MAY have been 8 oz if full (but it was not even full) - was $5.50 on its own. There was no size option nor was the amount listed so I was expecting a reasonable sized cappuccino. It tasted ok at least.The sandwich was so soggy and squished?? And I saw in the reviews that Im not the only person who got a squished sandwich....which cost $7.50! For that price, it was supposed to come with a side of fresh fruit which neither of us received. I am not hard to please but this is just not worth the cost. Doordash cant be blamed for the poor packaging and pricing. Yikes.

Br
Review №10

In response to the owner of the newest comment: When we got our lattes, they were poorly mixed and we were sure the mocha or the cups themselves tasted like dish soap. We were not sure why but they left an unsettling taste. And maybe the barista was having a bad day but if you have new customers who come in and don’t necessarily feel welcome, it sure gives you an off put feeling.

sk
Review №11

Best fresh made food and coffee! I haven’t had an iced latte this good in a long time. ❤️

Ir
Review №12

Great way to start my day! Staff super friendly. Everything freshly made. Love the atmosphere!

Ma
Review №13

I love this place!! The prices are fair and the quality of the drinks are unmatchable. There is a lot of seating, and the ambiance is comforting. Skyla, one of the baristas makes the best drinks! I would absolutely recommend going here.

Ca
Review №14

Such an amazing place! For college students a great place to come study. This place is definitely a hidden gem!

Em
Review №15

**UPDATE**After an explanation from the owner, I am changing my review as they genuinely seem like a good spot, just a bad one off encounter.Spoke to us like we should have known what we were ordering even though we have never been there. A LARGE coffee is a tiny 16 oz for 6 dollars....might as well go to Starbucks. They have milk options but no creamer and the flavors taste so sweet that mixed with the coffee its just a iced syrup at that point. All in all, their iced coffee is disgusting and environment and vibe is super weird.

De
Review №16

The Food is absolutely amazing !! The stuffed French toast is to die for 😋😋 even the coffee is spot on :) highly recommend

Er
Review №17

1st visit to Common Grounds. The staff and owners were incredibly nice. I ordered The Gobbler Panini which has turkey, bacon, avocado,cheese and I substituted roasted red pepper for tomato. Awesome sandwich. The smell from the fresh white chocolate cranberry cookies was amazing. Cool spot.

Au
Review №18

Finally found a true coffee shop that has friendly staff, great coffee, good vibes and conducive to working in peace. Love healthy choices to choose from on menu and high quality ingredients :)

Jo
Review №19

A very comfortable atmosphere the moment you walk in, progressional high quality food and organic products and a very friendly staff! Very enjoyable experience, great place to grab a bite and relax and catch up with friends, it is also a place you can enjoy in solitude..

Jo
Review №20

Bagel sandwich tasted okay until I took my last bite and there was an egg shell in it. Also sandwiches are way overpriced. There’s no way the price of two bagel sandwiches which are already on the smaller size should cost north of 16 dollars after tax. I can get a bigger and better sandwich for about 5 dollars and 30 cents elsewhere. I like to support small businesses but the markup on this sandwich is not justified.

To
Review №21

I didnt try the food but it was one of the best coffees Ive had in the area. Great interior design that creates a comfortable relaxing vibe.

Ni
Review №22

We had a great experience at Common Grounds. The coffee was perfect and the food hit the spot!!It seemed like a very busy morning, but the staff did a great job taking care of everyone! Thank you!!

Ha
Review №23

Good little cafe serving decent coffee and limited but good breakfast items.

Jo
Review №24

The new cultural center of Luzerne, Pa. Come down and talk politics, art, business, you name it, Great java, food and service.

Jo
Review №25

Fast service and great food and coffee. Smoothies are delicious.

Na
Review №26

Apsolutly one of the best coffee shops around

Ra
Review №27

Every time Ive been here the staff is very friendly, Ive added a star due to their dedication and amazing service, food and especially the marshmallow latte! The price is worth it, skip Dunkin!!

Je
Review №28

Coffee is delicious and made exactly how you like it.The shop is adorable!

Ma
Review №29

Staff are very friendly and the coffee / treats are very good.

Ti
Review №30

Cute little Cafe

Ja
Review №31

Awesome good looking staff with great knowledgeable owners and managers

Lu
Review №32

Portions are very small for the price, although the food is very good. The barista on the day i was there was inexperienced so the coffee was sub par. It wasnt the worst experience i have ever had but it also was not the best by any means.

Mi
Review №33

I visited this coffee shop for the first time on a breezy Thursday morning for some coffee and a light breakfast. I tried the iced coffee that they make with their house blend and it was delicious! If you enjoy full bodied, almost fruity coffee you will enjoy it. I like strong brews, like dark roasted beans or coffee from french presses so if that sounds like you you will like it. I also ordered their crepes, and my boyfriend got the Gobbler panini. We recommend both items! The crepes were crispy and thin, and the panini was perfectly griddled. I will definitely be back!

St
Review №34

Im literally addicted to their avocado toast (with egg, of course). Perfect every single time. Im also a huge fan of the cold brew coffee, which is super smooth and non-acidic (especially with oat milk), and the coffee ice cubes are a great touch.

De
Review №35

Had awesome macchiato definitely will be back!!!!

Ta
Review №36

Went here for the first time a couple of weeks ago and was not disappointed! This caffe is well decorated and very bright and happy! They had lots of breakfast options and the food was made to order - and was delicious! The coffee was well made and enjoyable. Will definitely be coming back again!

Ra
Review №37

Cute little coffee shop with a good selection for breakfast

To
Review №38

Food is excellent, people are great, and the atmosphere is so calming and cozy. I am enjoying a apple pie French toast.

Am
Review №39

Love this coffee shop! Friendly staff, great coffee and impressive selection!

Ra
Review №40

If you want a healthy place to eat try Common Grounds Caffe! Great service with a smile!

Ro
Review №41

Fantastic food and coffee. Great service.

da
Review №42

Just has good vibes and awesome coffee

Jo
Review №43

Was in area for a concert at Mohegan Sun Arena on a Friday night and woke up Saturday morning in my hotel.I searched Organic Coffee Near Me and found this great place. Great coffee with custom House blends imported from Italy. A must visit...

Ch
Review №44

Very cute coffee shop. They had a full menu with an extensive coffee flavor selection. Which I find very important 😉. Very homey and warm atmosphere. It makes me want to explore other small coffee shops since I had such a good experience with this one.One big selling point was that they prepared our coffee in real coffee cups not paper or plastic. The service was also warm but not overwhelming.Definitely give this little place a try! ❤️

La
Review №45

Really good coffee, friendly staff and reasonable prices. This place fills a need in the Wilkes-Barre/Luzerne area for a coffee place that isnt a chain.

Ca
Review №46

Have visited three times, tried a variety of espresso & smoothie drinks - as well as their Moroccan Chicken Sandwich - all very good. The coffee shop is nicely appointed, well laid out and clean, with a large clean bathroom. The staff are attentive and friendly, and the owner is frequently on site and chats with customers. The prices seem a bit high but the drinks and food are fresh and made to order, so that’s probably fair. [ BTW, I love the exterior wall art, which I understand was done by a former young lady barista ! ]

Br
Review №47

Great service. Friendly staff. And most importantly.....great coffee!

Al
Review №48

We’ll waste of a trip. Terrible coffee. Like just don’t waste your time.

do
Review №49

Small shop, big service. Professional coffee machine. Great cappuccino

An
Review №50

Went in for a coffee today. Five staff not wearing masks. If you want to get covid, come here.

De
Review №51

Update: I had to take it down a star. Had another poor experience here over the weekend. It took 15 minutes for a toasted bagel, which when I received, was ice cold. The service, for now my 3rd visit, left a lot to be desired. It could be a great place with some small improvements, but I probably will not be back for awhile.Pretty good local spot! Tasty coffee (with coffee cubes for iced coffee) and food options but service can be a bit lack luster / slow

th
Review №52

Ladys worked hard but place had too much business for just them.

Kr
Review №53

I had crepes and a macchiato. Both were delicious although I could have used a little more fruit in my crepes. However, Im sure that had I asked, they would have given me more. I just dont want to have to ask. Nevertheless, I would definitely go again. Id rather support this small business than Starbucks.

Bi
Review №54

Excellent coffee, very friendly staff.

Da
Review №55

Horrible 1 hour late all the time

Ca
Review №56

Amazing little coffee shop! Superb, high quality coffee, delicious food, cozy atmosphere, and lovely staff. I highly recommend to anyone in the area!

ro
Review №57

I love their lattes. They have Keto friendlyOptions. Only suggestion I have is that I wish they carried stevia as a sweetener. But I bring my own. So no biggie. The girls are always super friendly and they have a rewards program :-).

An
Review №58

A small quiet coffee shop. The coffee was really good and they even gave us a free Christmas cookie because we went right before Christmas. Extremely friendly staff.

Jo
Review №59

Really relaxing. I get too remanis and think of my friend and former boss Jesse.

Ke
Review №60

Great smoothies...even though the menu is small theres a great variety and something for everyone...even vegetarians yay!

Ky
Review №61

Friendly service and they make a delightful red eye.

El
Review №62

Staff is very friendly! Had a delicious French vanilla cappuccino, yummy! Reuben was tasty too! Cant wait to come again!

Kr
Review №63

Great people and great coffee. My husband and I go every week for a date

Ho
Review №64

Great coffee and friendly service. The menu is limited, but changes regularly. Parking can be tricky, but it is worth it.

SR
Review №65

Excellent food and cosy atmosphere. Truly a treat to visit.

Yu
Review №66

Awesome. Best Coffee on Earth! Plus fantastic food,I recommend an omelette ;)

Ki
Review №67

Love the coffee and the yogyog parfait I had was delicious, it was made to order- the fruit and granola were very fresh. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because Im not a fan of the plastic lids they use. I constantly get coffee everywhere, drops fly out of the opening after taking a sip, and while driving ok n a bumpy road. I will bring my own travel mug from now on :)

Ka
Review №68

Get my coffee here all the time. Love local owned businesses

am
Review №69

Excellent coffee

Je
Review №70

Great food and excellent service. Food is always made fresh and delicious.

Gi
Review №71

Cozy..

De
Review №72

Cute little coffee shop, great place to spend some time

La
Review №73

I wasted five dollars on a London fog latte that was literally just warmed milk. Also felt slightly sick after. Not ever going back.

pt
Review №74

I always have a good time when I go their.

Rh
Review №75

Amazing Macchiato! Cozy atmospher.

Ma
Review №76

Went for coffee. None was brewed. Got Americanos not good

Wa
Review №77

Friendly stuff , delicious French crêpes , cozy atmosphere..

Ku
Review №78

Cozy little coffee shop right in the neighborhood

ja
Review №79

Amazing food and coffee!

Jo
Review №80

Very nice place friendly staff but my black coffee tasted like it was watered down. Hopefully it was a one off and thats not just how it is.

Ja
Review №81

Great coffee and service

Jo
Review №82

Very friendly atmosphere at people

Da
Review №83

Great coffee!

Ro
Review №84

Very good cappuccino

Li
Review №85

Great coffee

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  • Address:166 W Union St, Kingston, PA 18704, United States
  • Site:https://m.facebook.com/CommonGroundsCaffe/
  • Phone:+1 570-718-6900
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–2PM
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:7AM–2PM
  • Thursday:8AM–2PM
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:7AM–2PM
  • Sunday:7AM–2PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Offerings
  • Quick bite:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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