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Higher Grounds

★★★★½ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)
1430 Sumter St, Columbia, SC 29201 (803) 217-3247 Website
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Reviews (38)

Nina Parker
Nina Parker
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

This place is perfect. I was immediately greeted by friendly staff members. They made me feel welcome and helped me navigate the menu. The options are endless - wow! A coffee lover’s dream! I got a coffee and a baked good; both were delicious. I enjoyed my treats in a comfy chair while my 6 month old son played comfortably on the floor. Would recommend this place to anyone!

Emily Wilson
Emily Wilson
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Amazing things are happening here. My smoothie was delicious and they were so accommodating for my Fiancé's allergy when it came to his coffee. 10/10

Kelly Taylor
Kelly Taylor
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

We took the family Tuesday lunch this past week and the manager Michael took excellent care of us. The flipz were fantastic! A great place to have a midday IPA.

Michael Chesshir
Michael Chesshir
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Great place to sit down and drink a cup of coffee.

Suzie Jackson
Suzie Jackson
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

I was new to the area was excited to find this place. Smiles greeted me and a beautiful atmosphere .Terry was super helpful in making me feel welcome! I was very happy that they also partner with Samaritan's Purse and had the shoe boxes ready to go which I needed some to pack for Operation Christmas Child. The internet was reliable for me to sit and do some work. I like the cozy little coffee shop. Only two downsides the bathroom is not open to the public which doesn't make sense to me because other bathrooms are open in the public can't blame it on covid anymore. It's super chilly in there don't know if it was a one-time occurrence. Still amazing people and atmosphere. Great place to go get a cup of coffee and read a book or sit and work.

Lueva Cameron
Lueva Cameron
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Best latte and chicken salad!

Elise
Elise
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

The cleanest coffee place I've seen with excellent service, fresh ingredients, and delicious coffee and snacks. Yeah, it is in a church but without searching for literature I wouldn't be able to tell - apart from the location. And even if they worshipped the play dough god of Istanbul I'd still go there for coffee and even ask for a pamphlet for something to read because of all the things I mentioned above.

Tahsin Tabassum
Tahsin Tabassum
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

They are really friendly and cooperative. I also loved the setting of this place. Decorative fresh plants and flowers to make you feel better. I would recommend to go here and spend a gloomy afternoon drinking tea while enjoying the atmosphere of natural beauty.

Tricia Stritzinger
Tricia Stritzinger
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Beautiful coffee shop part of first Baptist

Derek Meier
Derek Meier
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Great little coffee shop with an awesome selection. Very nice staff and atmosphere.

Brenda Jo Morris
Brenda Jo Morris
★★★★☆ Jan 20, 1970

Very nice coffee or smoothie bar With sandwiches and soup

Demarius Gaither
Demarius Gaither
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Was looking for a place to get some really good coffee…and I found it! The atmosphere is welcoming. I was greeted with a smile. This was my first time visiting this place and I was offered help in making a decision based upon my coffee likes and taste. The selection was a winner! I will definitely be back and I’m looking forward to trying one of their smoothies next!

Craig Villani
Craig Villani
★★★★★ Jan 19, 1970

Exemplary service and product from a true, God-loving staff. Thank you!!

Daniel Mathews
Daniel Mathews
★★★★★ Jan 19, 1970

Great coffee, excellent service! I can't recommend you guys enough!

Willie Hampton
Willie Hampton
★★★★★ Jan 19, 1970

Awesome place of peace

james mcadory
james mcadory
★★★★★ Jan 19, 1970

Best coffee I’ve had in Columbia by far!!! The staff is super friendly and I love that they have a very generous college student discount. I would 100000% recommend you go!!

Brian Mitchell
Brian Mitchell
★★★★★ Jan 19, 1970

Best Chicken Salad Ever! I was skeptical at first, when they told me what was in it, but I fell in love with it. Awesome staff members!

Jay Ferrara
Jay Ferrara
★★☆☆☆ Jan 19, 1970

Coffee is good and staff is helpful. But this really is not a book store. It’s housed within a functioning church and is limited to one shelf of popular Christian literature.

Shateeka Cook
Shateeka Cook
★★★★☆ Jan 19, 1970

Friendly, calm, and quiet

Ian Samson
Ian Samson
★★★★★ Jan 19, 1970

Great drinks with a lot of variety, friendly staff and welcoming environment