Bluff City Coffee & Bakery Cooper Young

I visited on a Saturday about 11 am, and Bluff City was not crowded at all. I was greeted cheerfully by a worker who was not even serving me, and she rebated that they had been quite stressfully busy that morning. I ordered a mocha and it was quite good. I tend to view a mocha as coffee with chocolate, but my drink was better described as chocolate with a little coffee. It was smooth and creamy, quite a good drink, just missing the edge of coffee I was expecting. Perhaps if I'd ordered a smaller size? Next time I'll know to ask for an extra shot of espresso. The pastry case had not been depleted, so I ordered a brownie. I was offered to have it warmed, as it came from a refrigerated case. I declined, and ate it cold. The edges were extra dense and the center was deliciously creamy. There was just a hint of saltiness, and that added a sublime element to the eating experience. They're open 6:30 to 1 every day except Sunday, when they open at 8. Lunch menu starts at 10:30. Great anchor shop for Cooper and Young streets.

The new cooper young location is… in a great location! However, indoor seating is lacking. Tables are small and there are very few, so this is definitely not a place you’d go to study. The coffee was rather expensive, nearly $9 for a large iced latte (regular milk and no extra shots). I can get down with paying that much for a stellar coffee, but this one was not good at all. It tasted extremely burnt and I couldn’t even finish it. I would’ve been better off getting a coffee from a keurig. Hopefully this is a one off poor experience, but with so many great, local places to get coffee in Memphis, I probably won’t be back.

I had the pleasure of visiting Memphis, and stopped by this cafe several times and absolutely loved it! The coffee and pastries are outstanding! I tried a few pastries, but my favs were the Lemon Gooey Cookie and the Chocolate Brownie. Dense, sweet, and flavorful—these pair very well with a black coffee (imo). In addition to the tasty treats—the customer service was great as well. Shout out to Adah for being so friendly and welcoming—you made my day. I highly recommend checking out this cafe for a pick-me-up!

I stopped by this place to grab some quick breakfast, little later in the day. I grabbed a coffee, a cup of mocha to be precise. I ordered a chicken biscuit with cheddar and garlic biscuit and a croissant and a breakfast muffin. I took out the food and came home to resume my work ( from home). The coffee was very basic, nothing fancy. The chicken biscuit was decent. The specialised biscuit with cheddar and garlic didn’t leave any fancy trace on my taste buds. I could not find any extra flavour or aroma. It was rather dry and came out pieces when I was trying to eat the sandwich. The morning breakfast was a typical one, although I never expected coconut in it. They never mentioned and I don’t like coconut in my cakes/ muffins. I asked for the chocolate croissant, and after coming home I realised that it was the croissant with feta! It was a sheer mistake from their side. I understand, it happens! I don’t eat feta, so eventually I had to throw it. Overall, the place looks nice and clean. The staff was nice.

Brunch with friends. Good spot. The breakfast sandwich on biscuit is a feast. Turkey sausage double patty, plenty of cheese & the biscuit is dense but not doughy. The raspberry poptart us delish. If you like pie crust you will enjoy. Plenty of filling. My wife got the Nutella one, but I like mine better. Friendly staff. Courteous. Be patient, they take a bit to get you your order. Busy, but good. Three tables on outside patio.

Nice cafe in the Cooper-Young area of Memphis. The staff were friendly and helpful during my visit. I went just as it opened so it wasn't crowded at all and easy to get in and out of. I had coffee and a few pastries and they were all good.

The service and location was nice. The quality of food was terrible. This place should not be called a bakery. I went in to get a croissant and it looked like a store bought one (no flaky layers). she then proceeded to microwave the croissant to heat it up. I went outside to try it. It was chewy, the chocolate inside looked and tasted of poor quality. Not to mention I paid ~ $4.50 for a store bought quality croissant. Such a disappointment from one of the only places around that calls itself a bakery. Not sure about the quality of everything else, but from appearance it seemed lower quality.

Came here to grab some coffee and a cookie with my wife before heading to the zoo with our sons. She got an iced vanilla latte, I got an Americano, and we got a Strawberry Gooey Cookie. We hardly got to Cooper/Union before she finished her latte and said “That was incredible.” My Americano was great and the cookie was out of this world!

Stopped in foe COFFEE... tho the expresso machine was down the beautiful soul that greeted me had recommendations and offered to send me up the way if I NEEDED expresso. Service was spot on. It was very quiet, it's not too big so definitely not the space to work from still good coffee!

Hadn't been here in a while and likely won't be back. Veggie Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Sandwich on croissant was ok. The croissant wasn't fluffy, sort of stiff. Maybe because it was microwaved not sure. This sandwich was also ten dollars and wasn't worth it to me Edit: the business owner has replied & the sandwich with tax was 10 dollars. I also ate the sandwich after I left so no I would not have addressed this in store as I was gone. I would give this review 1 star.

Poor and rude service. So I walked out before ordering. Why spend my money here? Based on these other reviews, it appears that I lucked out on missing a bad microwaved breakfast anyway. I walked into the coffee shop for the first time and didn't see their breakfast sandwich menu on their menu board. I was directed to view the QR code, but I didn't have a phone to access the menu. The man shoved a menu across the counter and told me to step aside while a group of 7 people walked in. Instead of answering questions or taking my order, I was shoved to the side like the mentioned menu . Cool, take 7 specialty coffee and food orders and then get back to me. No thanks. Won't be back. Update: how are you able to comment on this when you weren't there? lol look at all your responses? They are defensive and your business is being noticed by our neighbors as being rude. I thought that the older man was your problem, yet you don't take responsibility so oh well copper young will be without a neighborly coffee shop.

I hate to say it but the coffee was on par with break room coffee or what you'd find at a motel. My "latte" was actually coffee and milk microwaved. Not joking. The "Americana" was actually a dark roast coffee. I'm not making this up. Their machine was broken so instead of buying a $100 milk frother they were just microwaving the drinks. Disappointing and embarrassing.

Walked in, not too busy on a Saturday mid morning. Items on display all look great. People working were nice, ordered 2 large macchiato, one brownie, one peanut butter ball, one bagel. The bagel tasted like cinnamon raisin bread. Brownie had lots of cocoa. Coffee was a little sweet for my taste. Everything together was $27. Outside patio and plenty of seating

We went to two different locations while we were in Memphis and both lacked aesthetics. Neither felt like you'd want to spend any time there. The food was alright, but nothing memorable. Overall I wouldn't recommend.

Good atmosphere and coffee. Gets very busy on weekend mirnings and is somewhat loud.

Over time, I've watched as the service, atmosphere, and quality of food have all deteriorated significantly. The owner, who is often present, comes across as rude and uninterested in his customers. The coffee and made-to-order food are still good. However, the baked goods were stale during my most recent visit. The decline in quality and service is a real shame because we don't have a ton of bakery/coffee spots open early in Cooper Young.

We ordered coffee and food from here the last couple of days. Coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and granola bars were terrific. The ladies that were working were a delight. The older gentleman (presumably the owner) was a smug, grumpy curmudgeon. Sell the business to someone who greets customers (your livelihood) with a smile.

Just got a three shot mocha from a lady this morning. She burnt the milk,and she re used the puck to pull my shot and it's probably the worst coffee I've ever had in my entire life

This is hands down my favorite coffee shop in the city! I started on a local coffee journey in 2020 and I am so happy that I did because that journey brought me Bluff City Coffee! They have the best pastries and breakfast sandwiches! Their pop tarts are so flaky, soft, and fresh...omg. That's why I can never come in and just get coffee I have to get coffee, a breakfast sandwich, and a pop tart! Lol My favorite drink is their white chocolate mocha (it's a good replacement for the Starbucks white mocha) but on my most recent visit I got a caramel vanilla latte and it was so good! I always experience amazing service when I go! Everyone is always so friendly and helpful! My visits are truly a treat! If you haven't been yet I suggest going asap! I love this place!

Iced latte was okay but also had a bacon egg and cheese on everything bagel and it was very mediocre. Microwaved bacon is just not good

Biscuit came out of the microwave soggy like a sponge. We ordered a few more to try the rosemary and cheddar flavors but they were crumbly and dry, very disappointing and embarrassing to serve to my friends. Coffee didn't even give us any energy. I would appreciate my $50 back. Response to owners comment: your staff told me they put the biscuits in the microwave because they crumble apart in the toaster- so that's a conversation you need to have with them, the unhappy woman with the British accent. We were leaving town and had plans to be In Nashville by the afternoon. We ordered a handful of things to go. Order was placed Sunday 10/09 around 8:30. I would like my money back please.

I expected friendly service when I am going to spend my money at your establishment. Your account of what actually took place is far from what you have described.

New in town and needed a coffee fix and Bluff City was the answer! So many amazing drinks to choose from but also had all the basics! Their breakfast sandwiches are delicious. I decided to be adventurous and got the Haley's Comet to drink and it was out of this world! The sausage egg and cheese biscuit was perfection. I will be going back to try more amazing culinary treats!

Ada is absolutely amazing. You would've thought she was the owner. Incredible service, she helped a whole group of 7 and didn't hesitate. She deserves the world. Amazing

The customer service is top notch. Also, for hot chocolate lovers, they use Ghirardelli's to make it RIGHT and delicious! Stop by, you won't regret it!

Best large lemon crinkle cookie! I love this coffee shop! This shop is a Memphis gym! #support small businesses!

GOOEY COOKIES half dipped in dark chocolate are so good! Their breakfast sandwiches are very good!

The service, coffee, and food were all awesome! The aesthetics inside were adorable and equally fun! Then the people were outstanding, truly no match amazing service!

Stopped by late in the day, got a cappuccino - excellent flavor, bold, just the way I like it. Tried the orange cake omg beautiful texture, bold flavor, moist and fresh. This morning am eating this beautiful turkey pastry. Heating it up, cut open and all this yum inside. Dough is full of flavor. This places baked goods are all star. The price may appear high, but proportions are big, and WORTH it. Treat yourself to some of that yummmmmmmmm! Cheers

I'll have to give them a 3 1/2 stars on their chocolate brownies, which are a bit too liquid fudge consistency for my liking. The Hot Americano drink was lukewarm at best but tasted good. I paid for an extra espresso shot. Hopefully, they stick around town.

Best Hot Chocolate in town! I love their croissants & their Golden Kelli! Sweetest ladies EVER and the best service I have received at ANY coffee shop in memphis.

What really impressed me here was the location, and the food and drink. I got a cafe au lait which was on point, and a delicious Nutella cookie. That thing was hefty, I could about have it for a whole meal! They've done a great job here with their baked goods and baristas, for sure. I kind of agree with what some other reviewers have said, though, about the ambiance being strange. It just doesn't scream "welcoming" or "relaxing," but more of a business-y setting where you can get some good stuff, but wouldn't want to stay very long. On the other hand, their outdoor seating is perfect! I love how they have the corner spot on Cooper and Young and it makes for a fun and relaxing sit down area. I do really like what they offer here, but it almost feels like they cater to a different crowd than the other coffee shops in the area. Which is cool! That's one way to be different. Just don't know if it's for me.

This is my Sunday spot when I need to reset for the beginning of the week. Friendly staff, great drinks, and fabulous food!

This location is nothing like the original, from the service, the quality, the atmosphere, and so on. I love coffee, and I love Memphis coffee shops, but I can in good faith say this is my least favorite coffee shop in Memphis. You often don't get greeted when you arrive, or the person isn't paying attention, and I'm pretty sure the last time I went the guy at the counter was high. The quality of the drinks isn't as good, either, and the past two times I've been, they've gotten my order wrong. The most recent time, the cheesecake I ordered was also stale. The store is usually dirty as well, cups and plates on the tables, and crumbs on the floor. I would definitely recommend the downtown location, but not this one, maybe unless you get a quick cup to go or something.

Cute little cafe on the corner of Cooper. Right across from Hostel Memphis. We were looking for a breakfast place that was cheap, quick and good and we definitely found it. The bakery looks amazing. The cookies are plump and the cakes iced to perfection. I ended up getting the scrambled eggs plaster. It came with 2 scambled eggs, bacon, a side, andnyour choice of bread. I went with chese grits as my side. Boy they were cheesy and delicious. Cooked perfectly and seasoned with salt and pepper. For the bread I got the garlic cheddar biscuit. This biscuit was huge, it literally could have been the entire breakfast. Its was very fluffy and also cheesy. Overall this was a big breakfast for only $9. Hopefully I make it back for some baked goods

Don't waste your time or money here. Poor service, bad attitude and terrible coffee. I ordered black coffee...it was weak and not hot! So bad. Had a bacon, egg & cheese biscuit. Dry and unremarkable (except for the cost). Too many other coffee shops around...go somewhere else.

Staff was super friendly and helpful. Specialty coffee, hot chocolate, and blueberry muffin are what you want to order. I was with a group of 4 other adults and we all ordered breakfast sandwiches and a couple of muffins with a variety of hot drinks. Sandwiches were nothing special and the non-blueberry muffins weren't very good...extremely hard. Ate at Arcade restaurant the day before and would recommend this restaurant over Bluff City Coffee. Had really hoped for a better experience.

Good location with nice outdoor seating. Good dessert menu. But the coffee, well, my dark roast was just diluted espresso rather than brewed, and it was terrible. Service was bad -- packed desserts to go instead of asking to see if we were dining in (which we were). Our chai tea came out as a chai latte. With 3 other good coffee shops in Cooper Young, I doubt I'll be back. You're a coffee shop -- brew your damned coffee.

I had a house made bagel and a coconut latte. Excellent. I will definitely be back! They have so many different options, I can't wait to try more!

Owners are very strict on no laptops and nobody stays over 45 minutes. I'm sure there is a story there, but many of the tables are taken over with supplies as well. I don't think I'll be back. CORRECTION: this was for the downtown store. Apologies. Adjusting stars.

Some inconsistencies with items on the menu, like carrying some things for a while then not selling them anymore. For example, I loved the box lunches!! But they don't sell them anymore:( But overall, I love this place!! Great food, great service, and great coffee! Never disappointed with my orders here

Coffee and pastries were great! But they've consistently had a fruit fly problem every time I come. Seems like it's been going on for at least 2 weeks...

Come here hungry and try a biscuit! Bluff City Coffee is perfectly fine as a coffee shop, but the real treat is the food. My egg / sausage / cheese on a biscuit came out freshly made and steaming hot. The biscuits were bigger and the tops crisper than I'm used to but the first bite proved I shouldn't assume I know what it would taste like. I forced my companion to have a bite because the biscuit was that good. The ladies working were friendly and helpful to us while ordering and helped us take some leftovers to go.

Gee how do you screw up baked goods? The granola bar was tasteless except for the raw oatmeal taste. The peanut butter chocolate chip cookie was a big crumbly lump. Tasted ok but very hard to eat a lump of crumbs. And the chocolate croissants we ordered were sundried tomato and feta when we got them home. Needless to say this won't ever be our go to place!

If it wasn't for the cashier clapping back on some trying to be help in front of me this would be 5 stars cause everything else was great. In town visiting from Louisville,Ky. Went out walking and came by this place with a lil farmers market going on in the neighborhood. So got into line to grab food for my family. While waiting cashier realized she made a mistake on the previous order so said no beans to lady making drinks. Then was talking to herself about always making that mistake. Young lady that was order just plainly said said maybe just put no beans. Well she went off. About how smart she was and she should be working their and she should be standing where she was. And kept on for awhile. Just rude and passive aggressive really for no reason. Felt bad for the young lady who she unloaded on. But it's a cute place with plenty of outdoor sitting and the breakfast sandwiches were great. Even grabbed a loaf of banana bread. Fantastic.

We passed by to quickly pick up some coffee & treats for our road trip home. Rudy was so sweet! Masks are required - thanks for keeping us safe, & the drinks & peanut butter balls were perfect.

I was disappointed with this place. It's located right on the corner and it caught my eye. Ordered an Americano, smoothie and chocolate croissant. The coffee was okay but the smoothie and croissant just wasn't up to par. The smoothie was made from concentrated juice, not with fresh fruit, and the chocolate croissant after being heated up was chewy and no longer flaked like a croissant should.

Another coffee shop fallen victim to the ever popular trend of poor customer service. Common courtesies such as hello, and eye contact are lost on them. I don't HAVE to spend money here you know, guys. A little ownership of your paid position would go a long way. Just getting tired of feeling awkward and having to prove myself worthy of buying your coffee.

I'm a huge fan of their downtown location and this is my first time trying the Midtown one. I came here to say the same thing that Samantha did - this location feels a bit sterile. White walls, no personality. When I stopped by at 8:30 on a Friday morning, it was so quiet even though there were several people in the coffee shop waiting for their food. Pipe in some music or something? It felt like a waiting room. But the coffee is top notch and the food is excellent (but a bit pricey).

Unfriendly service and genuinely one of the worst muffins I've had... coffee wasn't bad and they had a large selection of snacks and drinks tho.

Love this coffee shop, great staff and they manage the ship well. Everything is always perfect and couldn't ask for better.

This is my favorite coffee spot in the area but sometimes I have trouble with parking. I am disabled so need use of the handicap spot but today is the third time I've arrived to see a white land rover with a blue tag parked illegally in the handicap spot--always the same car! I wish the owner would enforce the towing policy so this problem could be avoided for anyone else who also needs the spot. Otherwise, fantastic food, coffee, and service. Keep up the good work!

This is your spot for fluffy, flavorful, and dense cat-head biscuits. After a year-long search for the best biscuits in Memphis, BCC's takes the prize, outstripping the competition (Brother Junipers, Rise, and Liquor Store).

I really wanted to like Bluff City coffee because I'm an optimist and the shop was cute but.... I just didn't. First, the berry yogurt parfaits in the fridge had some mold on them. Not cool. The pastries were quite pricey. The zucchini loaf I ordered was solidly mediocre. The latte tasted burnt. And on top of all of this, the two employees I interacted with were both quite rude and seemed very annoyed to have a customer attempt to interact with them. Maybe it was just a bad day but.... beware.

I live in the neighborhood and enjoy the coffee but considering the price and the caliber of service I think I am done. Went in to get a coffee yesterday since the power was out. The barista was outside and she was obviously annoyed she had to come in and make a drink. My breakfast sandwich was smashed beyond belief. There are a couple of friendly workers but over all the majority of the women working there are surly. No hello or have a nice day and they act like they are doing you a favor which annoys me considering the cost. It is strange to me since the downtown location is always nice and the people friendly. Great beverages. Rude staff. I'm done. We have plenty of other options on the neighborhood.

The garlic biscuit sandwiches are to die for. Also had the Nutella pop tart. They are definitely homemade and very fresh. Great breakfast on the go

Great coffee and baristas! Their strawberry gooey cookie is the best. Pimento cheese sandwich is delicious also. Most of their baked goods are my fresh in house. Their coffee is espresso only but they'll make you a americano if you're wanting a regular coffee. The drinks never disappoint