Lina L.
Yelp
Brought my friend here to check out Gimme! Coffee, and while the spot has its charm, there are a few things worth noting.
First off, this place closes pretty early, which isn't ideal if you're looking for a late-night study session. The coffee is decent by Ithaca standards, but some of their seasonal drinks are absolutely disgusting.
I decided to be adventurous and ordered one of their seasonal drinks, and let's just say that marked the end of my "trying new things" era. Seriously, that drink was a taste bud betrayal. I shared the seasonal tonic drink with friends, and they unanimously agreed it was absolutely disgusting. I have no idea why that drink was made or who thought it was a good idea to put it on the seasonal menu. Did anyone actually taste it before giving it the green light?
Here's the funny (or tragic) part: I held onto that drink from early morning to late noon because I didn't want to waste my money. It was like carrying around a bad relationship all day, hoping it would somehow get better. Spoiler alert: it didn't. I ended up throwing the whole thing away anyway because of how foul it tasted. Money well spent... not.
I've also tried their matcha latte, and it was mid at best. Nothing spectacular that I would crave to come back for.
Overall, Gimme! Coffee is a bit overrated. Stick to the basics if you go, and beware of the seasonal menu--it might just ruin your adventurous spirit, your taste buds, and your wallet.