Happy People Coffee Company

We were in Paris, KY and happened to ask a tour guide from Claiborne Farm where we could grab a quick bite to eat. He shared with us the Happy People Coffee Company. We went and got some sandwiches and chips. The portion was perfect and it was a delicious above average sandwich! Their menu had lots of options like breakfast, coffees and other hot beverages, desserts, and so many sandwich options. The environment was low key and welcoming. The workers were friendly and hard working! Prices were very reasonable. Definitely will return when back in town!

I discovered Happy People Coffee in Feb 2020 while house hunting in the Paris, KY, area. It was a cold day, they were open, they were exceptionally friendly, and their coffee really hit the spot. I came back two months later to try their bagged coffee to make at home, and again, they were exceptionally friendly. Julie helped me - she's outstanding - and she helped me pick the types of coffee I might like. I like a medium roast, low acidity, and smooth. She gave me some options, and I walked out with two bags. I've been hooked ever since.

Going to Happy People is like going to your favorite local bar and working your way through their craft beer selection. Because Happy People has so many different types, I try something new every trip in (I ended up getting a house in Lexington, so I drive up to Happy People every three months and stock up on different selections). I used to drink only flavored coffees. Hazelnut, Southern Pecan, some holiday blends. I don't drink any of that anymore because Happy People made me realize that when you start out with a good bean, you don't need to add flavoring. I now understand that the bean brings the flavor, and Happy People's beans *bring the flavor*!!!

This last trip up (April 2021), I got the Rwanda City and Moka Java. I can tell you with straight up honesty that the Rwanda City is the best coffee I have ever had. I mean, it's "I have to hand out free cups of this coffee to everyone I know so all people can experience this joy" good. Smooth, crisp, a fantastic flavor. I can't believe I made this coffee in my own house. It has a high-end flavor and crispness that I've only gotten in local, family-owned cafes by people who care about the coffee they serve. That's the major takeaway here. The folks at Happy People care about the coffee they serve, and they prove it when you're in their shop and when you're at home making the coffee yourself.

To the folks at Happy People, thank you. I've told TONS of people about you and your coffee. Please never stop carrying the Rwanda City. I can't wait to go back and see you again!

Julie is fantastic!! We just happened to stop by at this cozy warm and amazingly fragrant coffee shop and had a long conversation with Julie, who was warm friendly and inviting. We had to have their fresh roast coffee and were not disappointed!!

I ordered delivery from here and it was delicious. The cappuccino was spot on and the sausage egg and cheese croissant was very good as well. I will be stopping by sometime soon.

We stopped here on the way home from EKU. The service was excellent! Our server knew everything we needed to know about coffee and tea. She made so many good suggestions, I think we bought 5 pounds coffee and 4 oz. Loose tea. Great, knowledgeable employee! Gal who used to work at Goodwill!!

If you need a coffee and a light breakfast done tastefully then this is the place when you're in Paris Kentucky. Check it out I guarantee you won't regret it.

Glad we stopped here in the middle of our road trip. It was in a cool location and lots of options. We really liked the chocolate covered strawberry drink and all of the tea options. I wish I had time to look through them all.

So sad I didn't get more pics of this cafe; it has so much personality! I got a kick out of the horse social distancing sign. We enjoyed our beverages (white tea and chai latte). I would love to go back to try their specialty lattes such as the spiced matcha.

Amazing Smell! Once you walk through the door you are hit with some amazing smells of fresh coffee! They have so many to choose from and you can get them fresh grounded right there! Very helpful staff to guide you what to get based on what you like.

We love Happy People! A wonderful coffee aroma greets you at the front door. Then you choose your blend from among many choices. They grind and bag your coffee selection. Had a great conversation with the owner/roaster. He is so friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about coffee! We got the Sumatra French and immediately brewed a pot once we got home. Smooth and delicious! We'll be back regularly! Happy people - happy place!!