Crema's Take
“Blackwater's house chai latte is a masterclass in spice blending—cinnamon, cardamom, and a carefully curated lineup of aromatics that make most coffee shop chais taste one-dimensional by comparison. The space draws a genuinely mixed crowd of remote workers, study groups, and friends meeting up over fresh pastries and creative drinks like their signature Turtle Mocha, creating the kind of comfortable, lived-in atmosphere where lingering feels encouraged rather than tolerated. Fair warning: it's popular enough that you'll likely encounter a full room and a wait, but the quality of the food and drinks makes it worth timing your visit strategically.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Such a cute local spot! I love coming to Blackwater, whether it be to study, to work remotely, or to just catch up with friends and play games! Great food, coffee, and boba too. I visit here frequently and have always had fantastic service. Plus it’s right next to Trader Joe’s!…
Got together with some friends for coffee here and had such a sweet time! Coffee was great and the pastries were fresh and out of the oven :) Super authentic place and kind staff!
This is an amazing coffee shop with very fresh ingredients! We got their house chai latte and it is infused with cinnamon, cardamom, and other spices that really elevate the chai! For food, we got the healthy choice breakfast sandwich and it is amazing! The pesto is perfectly…
Nice space overall, but my first visit was a mixed experience. The shop was very crowded and visibly popular. Every table was full, which says a lot about how well-loved it is. The space itself looks like an older Caribou location that’s been renovated, with a casual vibe and…
This is a nice Coffe shop and Cafe. The breakfast sandwiches are delicious and the coffee is great. Tried the Turtle Mocha, very tasty, breakfast filled me up. Nice atmosphere. I came in earlier on Saturday so I can't speak on how busy normal days are or not.