Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea

Cute cafe nestled between lakefront and downtown. The atmosphere here stands out the most. Food and drink were a bit overpriced imho. They were good but not as good as stone creek coffee.

Stopped here to get a coffee while my brother raced in the National Triathlon. The service was prompt, but not super funny. I got a weird look when I asked ice. My boyfriend loved the caramel cold brew frappe. I ordered an iced latte, but didn’t care for the espresso - tasted a little burnt. But the vibe was chill, the AC was strong and it was a pleasant experience.

I always receive great service here, baristas are friendly and I don’t have to wait too long for my order. It’s a great location, quiet, ambiance is nice and they keep it clean. For some reason I can’t get behind the coffee here though, might just be me but it always tastes burnt. The food is tasty and does not seem to be frozen (but who knows) but overpriced IMO. A 16oz latte with extra shot of espresso, almond milk, and the breakfast sandwich = $20.40

Barista was very pleasant and nice. Ordered an Açaí bowl, it required a straw to drink (not eat), completely melted. I asked if it could be redone and a very nice waitress brought back the same bowl in less than a minute after the staff tossed the bowl in what seemed like the freezer. I asked for a (what one would think is a standard açaí bowl) and I was brought more soup and dust like granola. People and atmosphere are nice. Recommend only coffee.

I wanted to like this place but I have been here multiple times and it just is never really good. Their coffee always tastes burnt and even if you order a flavored coffee with syrup it still tastes watery and not flavorful. Got a sandwhich for the first time just to try it and it was on of the lowest quality sandwhichs with brown avocado, wilted lettuce, and terrible quality bread. I only went because it was the closest thing nearby but will not being going back again.

This place was pretty good when I first started going but after each visit I get reminded again why I don’t go here anymore. The cafe itself is very cute and the food is good but it takes a pretty long time. The drinks are expensive and not very good, they are also always out of something. I’ve ordered ahead a few times and it’s the nitro cold brew from tap (when it’s available, it’s usually out) and my drink isn’t poured until after the pick up time and I end up standing there for 10 minutes anyways so it doesn’t really pay to order ahead. The staff is nice but maybe they need a little more help in the early busier times.

I’ve been to Fairgrounds several times now and always appreciate the quality of their coffees, lattes as well as the variety of menu items. Great place for weekend coffee and breakfast without feeling like you ruined your diet for the day. Small touches like extra tortilla melted together with cheese to keep them from tearing, and a pretty solid salsa show they make the extra effort. Will definitely be back.

stopped in for a drink and some food, while i ordered the barista was condescending of my choice. I also ordered food dine in, it was alright… no flavor but they had hot sauce to drown it in! spend a good $20 altogether and the drink had a piece of plastic in it…Their bar stool seating is very uncomfortable, no foot or back rest… Moreover, it’s not their fault but there were way too many children in there to provide a comfortable hang. Overall, save your money the east side has plenty of better options.