3 Cups

The service is SO slow. I ordered an 8oz latte. For how much staff are behind the counter it seems like they have potential to serve coffee in under 20min. I saw at least 3 people just staring around the room. Apparently you have to ask them to make your coffee after you’ve ordered and paid ($5.75!) then it took 30 seconds.

I have been to this place a few times and always had a pleasant experience. I do normally come in and enjoy a good cup of coffee in the store, and always tip when I dine in. Today I was in a rush so I did to-go order and didn’t leave a tip as it was just a carry-out order. One of the workers came up to the screen while I was signing and said “wow! Thanks so much I REALLY appreciate that”. I didn’t really know what to think so I went to the coffee bar to wait for my order, she came back up to the barista making my order in front of me and said “I just LOVE when people place orders for the most annoying thing to make on the menu and don’t leave a tip. Must be so nice!”.. I’m not a confrontational person so I just got my stuff and left. Unfortunately I won’t be coming back again after this passive-aggressive situation.

Good food and fast friendly service

Great food at a surprisingly reasonable price. Tavia was very helpful as well.

I had never been here before but I’ll happily be coming back. It’s conveniently located for me with great beverages and drinks with plenty of electrical outlets so that I could work as I enjoyed my menu items. Great vibes and attention to details and service. I highly recommend this place!

Edit: I’ve always liked 3 Cups, but my last few visits have made me wary. I’ve heard baristas loudly and openly berate customers (for not wanting the frosting on her orange roll? Really?) The last time I went, flies were flying around the pastry case and landing on everything. I was in line but left before my turn, out of disgust. It’s a shame, because the coffee is otherwise good.

Original Review:
There’s a lot of mediocre coffee in SLC, but everything I’ve had here had been great. Their espresso drinks are always well made, and they have interesting/unique seasonal offerings. The baristas also provide great service. I look forward to trying their expanded menu and hours (they advertise wine and charcuterie now.)

3 Cups is probably my favorite coffee shop in my area. It's a warm and inviting atmosphere. Their coffee and tea is obviously amazing. But I also love their toasts, gelato, desserts, and charcuterie/wine they do in the evenings! I recommend checking it out in you're in the area.

I have been frequenting 3 Cups since it opened in 2014. Pre COVID-19 it was my go-to spot on Fridays to catch up on emails, side hustle work, etc. The shop is busy! But the atmosphere is conducive to ignoring the hustle and bustle of the staff and other patrons. During COVID-19 it hasn't been the same sit down place, but staff take safety seriously and the quality of drink, food and service is still top notch.
The coffee is excellent! I have gone out of my way many times to be pickup a latte from 3 Cups. The beans are tasty and the baristas know what they are doing. In addition to the coffee, I highly recommend the baked goods. But, you'll need to get there early, as they get picked over pretty fast.
Looking forward to a post-pandemic future, where I can once again take up a seat, get some work done and regularly see familiar faces at this neighborhood staple.

This place has amazing tea, coffee and pastries, but they ALSO have really cool classes. My mom and I took the leather book binding class and have turned into leather journal making fools. Such a great atmosphere and tasty food.

The pros: good location, nice vibe. The cons: the food is meh for the price, you can rarely find a seat — patrons seem to camp here for long periods of time and with most food services places during Covid, customer service is pretty standard which means less than happy employees and long wait times to get your order.