Kodachrome Coffee

I've had really good experiences at Zen overall. Because of covid I don't hang around inside, just order and go, so I can't speak to things like the seating or wifi. I love a lavender latte and can't find them anywhere else around here, so every so often I'll treat myself. I only subtracted a star because 1) the prices are a bit steep and 2) the one negative experience I had out of the five or so times I have been so far. I ordered a cappuccino and asked if the barista could put a little cinnamon on top. Weirdly enough they refused, saying something about how cinnamon only comes with certain specialty drinks. Considering that cinnamon is a very conventional topping for a capp and I was paying $5 for it, I was kind of taken aback. Overall though I like the place and will definitely be back!

Worked in coffee for the last 20 years and Zen is the best quality and socially conscious cafe/roaster I have found. I find it so typical of a “Karen” to leave a review admitting that not only was there clearly a staffing issue but that she then bullied the barista into breaking policy for her. Super cool Karen. Keep up the good work of being entitled and rude to those just trying to do their jobs.

Delicious coffee and very kind and knowledgeable staff. My family used to rent this same space in that building many years ago and it's really nice with what they've done with the space. I very much appreciated the tube tv and all these cult classic and popular 80s/90s VCRs in the corner very chill and nice touch. Only issue is that there were three of us and there wasn't much seating at the time.

This place is the essence of what an ideal coffee shop is to me.

It's hidden in an inner building off the street, making it feel tucked away and cozy.

The interior is amazingly spacious with tons of places to sit and work on a laptop (plenty of outlets available and good free WiFi) or hang out with friends (many comfortable seats and couches far enough apart to where you can have a private conversation).

It's connected to what seems to be a performing arts facility or something (Lang Lab) and the whole interior has a really appealing industrial vibe while still feeling incredibly comfortable and warm.

While I was there, they seemed to making chocolate, causing the whole place to smell delicious.

I find myself imagining and longing for memories I could have had here with friends, working on homework or project, and just generally living my life in this wonderful space.

Do yourself a favor and at least check this incredible place out.

Great coffee mired by pretentious baristas in store. Last visit went with a friend who asked for sugar for her black coffee and they flatly told her no. They don't allow sugar to be added to their coffee.

Let people enjoy their coffee however they please. It's a terrible look. I'd like to support local when I can but I'm not going to support snobbery and poor customer service. Hopefully this was a bad apple and not a company decision but I'm hesitant to go back anytime soon.

No wifi. Drinks were meh

By far the best coffee in the area - it’s worth the trip. Chill dark vibes with edgy music in the background. The furniture is meant for lounging.

Getting there can be tough - try turning right from High St to Pennsylvania, then right on a steep unmarked road until you come around back to unpacked parking. Step out of your car and the ramp up is on your right!

I found Zen Cafe after searching on Google for a nice independent coffee shop. The building looks "industrial", to put it generously, the entrance is set in the back of the lot and the door is tough to spot but once inside you find an airy seating area and a well equipped clean and modern coffee bar with a well capable barista. The coffee is roasted on site, too. Well worth the journey.

They had sweetener sitting right on the counter, but absolutely refused to allow it to be used for the coffee I had already purchased. Surprised, I offered to pay to use it, or for a side of sugar or honey. They said absolutely not. They told me that I had to consume my coffee the way they wanted. There was no indication of this before I bought the $5.00 cup of coffee. It feels like I just walked out of the twilight zone. Pretty frustrating.

In response to the owner - it was honey. I appreciate the response, but a simple coffee with a sugar would have been better. I hope you care more about your customers than the coffee you source.

First time at their new location. Very welcoming and clean even with the construction to the other side. I got the honey ginger matcha latte iced. Very good.