
About Groundswell Coffee Roasters
Relaxed coffeehouse featuring single-origin java roasted in house, plus pastries & panini.
What People Are Saying
from Google & Yelp"Ground Well Coffee gets one star from me, and here's why: I've been a regular, hitting their spot three or four times a week for months, usually grabbing a double-shot espresso before my workout nearby. I always tip generously, so I felt blindsided by today's nonsense. After ordering, I was chatting with my wife and followed her into their single, cramped bathroom while she used it. Mid-conversation, someone starts pounding on the door. I yelled, It's occupied! They knocked harder. I shouted louder. This happened three times before the employee-same one who served my espresso-snapped through the door, Only one person's allowed at a time! I kept my cool, said I'd step out as soon as my wife was done, and refused to open it mid-use. When I confronted her after, she doubled down on the rule but had no chill. I suggested they post bathroom signs clearly since there's just one restroom, not a men's and women's option. Her rudeness, after my loyalty, was the final straw. I'm done. Head to Sweet Moon nearby for amazing espresso, pastries, breakfast, or salads-they've got the vibe and quality Ground Well lacks. Here are some videos and pics of sweet moon. It is amazing. You need to visit Sweet Moon instead of Groundswell Coffee Roasters"
"A solid neighborhood coffee spot with a clean interior and cozy atmosphere to do work. A very consistent and reliable spot to get some light work done!"
"Decent coffee cafe with their own roasting. Fairly standard menu with a few unique specialty options. Donuts are from do-right and the food was decent as well. There's some art on display and seating is a bit limited. Worth a stop if you're nearby."
"A nice place to stop for a quick coffee. I kept it simple and just got a drip coffee. Pretty good for early on a chilly morning. The staff was friendly and efficient. While there another customer in the location was being abrasive to them about his drink and they handed it with grace."
"Visited in October 6, 2025 around 10 AM. Line moved quickly; cappuccino was smooth and not overly sweet. Plenty of outlets along the wall, steady Wi-Fi for video calls and low noise for a weekday morning. Seating fills by lunch, so arrive early. Staff were friendly about refills. Good spot for remote work"
"The coffee at groundswell is great. Cappuccino was always prepared properly. The interior is clean and simple. The soundtrack was a nice 2000's indie..."
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