Specialty coffee darling, known for its unique draft lattes & cold brew. A must-try for coffee aficionados.
Known for its exceptional coffee, this establishment offers a variety of popular drinks including their signature draft latte and cold brew. While some patrons rave about the quality and unique flavor combinations, others have expressed concerns about whether it still holds up to its "third-wave" reputation after its expansion. Despite mixed sentiments on its specialty coffee status, many still appreciate its offerings.
Primarily a coffee shop, La Colombe is lauded for its cold brew and particularly its 'half cold brew/half strawberry latte draft' and 'draft latte'. However, some customers debate its standing as a true 'specialty coffee' provider, with one user noting it's a Philadelphia transplant that may not meet NYC's high standards for third-wave coffee.
"The 'half cold brew/half strawberry latte draft' and the 'draft latte' are frequently mentioned as must-try items. Their cold brew is also a popular choice among patrons."
Customer sentiment is divided; many praise the unique coffee offerings like the draft latte and cold brew, while others question its "third-wave" status and perceived decline in quality.
Important Note
Some customers question if the establishment still meets the 'third-wave' coffee standard due to its expansion, with one user noting it's a transplant from Philadelphia.
"The user recommends La Colombe's Monte Carlo decaf as pretty great and notes they have several locations in the city where beans are sold."
Positive"The user received an Iced Oat Draft as a freebie for National Coffee Day."
Positive"The user believes this chain offers better drip coffee than most specialty shops."
Positive"This user visited La Colombe two weeks ago and found it unexpectedly closed, expressing sadness about the situation."
Negative"The commenter has tried and liked La Columbe coffee shop."
Positive"This user states La Colombe is a Philadelphia transplant and not considered an NYC third-wave coffee shop, though they personally enjoy its draft latte sometimes."
Neutral"This user notes that La Colombe was once a specialty place before acquisition, and its appearance might still mislead people into thinking it's a specialty coffee shop."
Neutral"This user questions if La Colombe counts as 'specialty coffee,' implying it might not be considered high quality in that regard."
Neutral"This user considers La Colombe to serve poor quality coffee, despite it being ostensibly a third-wave place."
Negative"Used to recommend La Colombe years ago for cold brew."
Neutral"The author, on a coffee kick, lists the half cold brew/half strawberry latte draft from La Colombe as a recent find they love."
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