Proving Ground Coffee Roaster & Café

Delicious food and high quality coffee presented in an awesome atmosphere. The manager and his staff are delightful, cool, and professional. If you want good food and java, you don’t have to look any further than Proving Ground.

I go here everyday before work. The coffee here is great and the service is wonderful. They know my order and make me feel welcome every time I walk in. It’s truly a fantastic place with fantastic people. I highly recommend it. Oh yeah, the food is really good too!!

The vegan chorizo and proving ground potatoes (sweet potato and regular potato mix) are to die for. Their coffee is top notch as well

I always look forward to the Proving Grounds for a couple of reasons: The food is excellent tasting - over the years I have been to a number of coffee shops, and they seem to focus on the coffee so much that their food is crummy. Not so here, I always look forward to the unique blend of tastes as well as the high quality of what goes into the food. Plain and simple...the food is awesome. The second reason is the coffee. Their house blend has a very distinct flavor that i have not been able to find anywhere else. I like it so much that I find myself craving it when I haven't been there in awhile.

The food is prepared with intention and absolutely delicious every time. The meals are colorful, seasonal, and fresh. And their Carmel latte is a MUST. It’s better than any I’ve had in the city.

My go to place in Columbia - friendly, accommodating staff, cozy atmosphere and the food is ALWAYS good!

The best coffee and breakfast in town! Hands down!

Pretty much addicted to this place. Family and I go out for breakfast here almost every weekend. Lunch is great too. Fantastic food, coffee, and service!

Great place to grab coffee or a full breakfast. Friendly staff provides excellent service. Patio seating as well as comfortable indoor seating. Well worth the trip!

Great spot with delish breakfast menu! Dog friendly patio and great service!