Primo Passo Coffee
2099 Thunderhead Rd, Knoxville, TN
Crema's Take
“Primo Passo brings a refreshing brightness to Knoxville's coffee landscape with its modern, thoughtfully designed space that stands apart from the typical dark, woodsy cafes in the area. Their espresso-focused menu shines through creative seasonal drinks like pistachio and sweet potato casserole lattes, each made with genuine intention and care, while the knowledgeable owner ensures every cup meets serious quality standards. It's the kind of spot where you'll want to linger with friends or neighbors, knowing you're sipping something genuinely special rather than settling for chain coffee.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I highly recommend checking Primo Passo out! You won’t be disappointed. I got the pistachio latte and it was soooo good. They truly care about making good quality coffee. Each cup is made with intention and it shows. It’s also a great atmosphere to do work or just grab some coffee with a friend. They have several outlets and lots of seating.
My first time here today and oh my goodness… the vanilla latte met my expectations! Whenever I try out a coffee shop for the first time, I usually order vanilla latte so I can compare it to others I’ve tried. To date, this coffee shop rates at the top of my coffee shops in Knoxville!
This is actually my first visit to Primo Passo Coffee. I've been meaning to try them since I work just down the road from here. I got the sweet potato casserole latte and a sesame bagel with the scallion dill cream cheese. My boyfriend got the New Orleans style cold brew and an everything bagel with the scallion dill cream cheese. I had high expectations for my drink since I saw on social media that they make their house syrups from scratch, and I am happy to say that it tastes just like they put sweet potato casserole in a cup. The bagel is delicious as well. I like that they get their bagels and pastries from other small local businesses. I will definitely be back and will keep an eye out for other limited time house made syrups. The staff are super friendly and well informed on their drinks as well. ❤️
Such a cute spot! Glad to find something in this side that isn’t the typical S*bucks or DD! Unlike other dark, moody, woodsy shops in the area, Primo Passo is light and bright and a GREAT atmosphere for a business meet up or study time. I have been to MANY coffee shops, and this little gem is cozy and inviting. So many shops are loud and noisy, where you can hardly hear your guest, but Primo Passo hits that “just right” spot. I almost want to keep it my little secret, but don’t you want to do that with ALL the BEST places? Visit them…you will love it too 🩷🙂
Primo Passo is such a fantastic addition to Knoxville’s coffee scene! The space is bright, modern, and thoughtfully designed. The coffee is absolutely top-notch. The owner is incredibly knowledgeable about coffee and clearly passionate about what he does. Whether you’re a coffee aficionado or just looking for a cozy, beautiful spot to relax, Primo Passo is well worth a visit. Can’t wait to make this a regular stop!
Crema Reviews
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