Dripolator South

20 Gala Dr, Asheville, NC

★★★★★4.9(686 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Dripolator has earned near-perfect ratings from nearly 700 customers who clearly treasure this independent Asheville spot for more than just great coffee. The shop seems to strike that rare balance of being a serious specialty coffee destination while maintaining the warm, welcoming vibe that keeps locals coming back as a genuine community gathering place. With a 4.9-star rating, it's the kind of place where the care in every cup matches the care in how you're treated when you walk through the door.

What to expect

Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Opens early. Family friendly. Parking available.

Early hoursFull breakfastParkingTraditional drinksSpecialty drinksSlow sitFamily friendlyOutdoor seatingCraft espressoMeetingsPastriesPastriesOutdoor seating

Google Reviews

keeley weber
★★★★★2 weeks ago

The staff and atmosphere of this shop is a great vibe! I personally enjoyed being served by Hannah as she had great drink recommendations and was fun to talk to over shared interests. When my drink did not taste as sweet as I wanted, they were very helpful in making sure my…

Larissa Dzegar
★★★★★2 months ago

Delicious! Flavorful coffee and excellent chocolate croissant. We stopped by when visiting from New York and it’s a new favorite. We had a mocha latte, regular latte, chocolate croissant (warmed), and sausage egg & cheese sandwich. Everything was delicious.

L.A.
★★★★2 months ago

Great spot for freshly made coffee and espresso ☕✨, with interesting seasonal variations that keep things fun throughout the year 🍂🌸. In the warmer months, the space really opens up with a garage style door 🚪🌿, giving it an airy, relaxed feel. There’s ample seating 🪑,…

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