Elevated Coffee & Tea

I tried the Coco Cloud Matcha (hope I got the name right), and it was surprisingly very good! I originally thought the “coco” meant chocolate foam on top, but it actually refers to coconut water underneath. It was refreshing and well-balanced. I just wish there were short descriptions for each drink on the menu.

Enjoyed their elevated milk tea with boba at 70% sugar. Not as sweet as other shops at the same level, so keep that in mind when adjusting sweetness. Location is awesome especially with those lights outside around holiday season.

How many matchas do I have to drink before I can buy a Labubu???? Haha. Jk. I felt so performative coming inside to order a matcha. Jokes aside, everything was pleasant. The cashier/clerk was sweet & sincere. Person that made my drink was quick and also friendly. I ordered the Ube matcha that was on the drink menu & the blueberry danish. This was my 2nd time trying matcha and this time I enjoyed it A LOT more than the first. The foam on top was so smooth and somewhat creamy. Don’t know what to compare it to, but I get the hype as to why people have followed “the trend”. 8/10 Now… for the highlight… I am a SLU- sucker for a good danish and this… was a solid 9/10. Whoever made it, I hope you get all the green lights on your way to work, cold side every time you flip your pillow and may your pockets always be full bc it was so good. Danish had a buttery & flakey outside, that provided a nice crunch with every bite. Creamy middle with tasty(and fresh) blueberries. I will use this danish as an excuse to go back and try another matcha flavor. The only negative was that the price point is not it. I assume it’s the area. It’s by the State Farm HQ building and there’s an apartment complex around the corner. Bc man… $7 for a drink and another $6 for the delicious danish?!?? Do what you want with your free will. I will be back but I’m not in a rush TBH.

If you love coffee, especially Vietnamese coffee, Elevated Coffee is a must-visit! Their menu is huge with so many creative options — from flavorful cold foam drinks to beautiful matcha lattes. I tried their mango matcha and the crème brûlée cold foam Vietnamese coffee, and both were absolutely delicious. They even have unique pairings like banana coffee that you won’t find anywhere else. The location is great, right near a bar, so it’s a nice spot to enjoy a drink outdoors when the weather is good. Friendly staff, cozy vibe, and drinks that taste just as good as they look. Highly recommend!

Overall, I gave it a 3 because the drinks are good, but the prices are super expensive compared to other places of similar or better quality. Maybe it's the location. There used to be other coffee places like Starbucks in Cityline, and their absence might be one reason for the higher prices. The drinks and service are good overall. The place looks good with bare floors, but for the prices charged, I expected a more upscale environment.