Charleston Coffee Exchange

Charleston Coffee Exchange

2875 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC

★★★★★4.6(700 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Charleston Coffee Exchange roasts beans with serious intention and lets you taste multiple origins before committing, making it a haven for anyone genuinely curious about what they're drinking rather than just grabbing caffeine. The space itself is warm and deliberately designed for lingering—expect to sink into a chair for hours with a pour over—though service can be maddeningly inconsistent depending on who's behind the counter. If you hit it on a good day with a patient barista, it's worth seeking out; on an off day, you might leave frustrated.

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. Slow-sit spot. Light food on the menu. Opens early.

Early hoursLight foodPour overTraditional drinksCraft espressoSlow sit

Google Reviews

Kit Fischer
★★★★2 months ago

Went in for a cold brew and a breakfast sandwich, of which they had neither. Settled for an iced coffee and a cold pastry. The gentleman at the counter quit speaking to me halfway through the transaction to debate with his coworker about the change drawer. And then, without a…

Aleatheia Mason
★★★★2 months ago

The customer service for myself was not greeted with a smile no thank you for coming just Ugh I didnt even sit in there I felt unwelcome.

Beverly Regan
★★★★★3 months ago

This was the 3rd coffee roaster we have visited in the Charleston area looking for Great coffee beans and drinks. Very friendly and helpful staff! Their different roasts are available to Try before you Buy a bag of beans. We bought a few bags and are ready to return for more!…

nishant narula
★★★★4 months ago

I wanted morning coffee, so I searched for local coffee shops in Charleston and found Charleston Coffee Exchange. I went there. The coffee shop had a beautiful and welcoming ambiance. I discussed fan favorite coffee options with the server and ordered a medium latte. My to-go…

Kourtney Hinshaw
★★★★5 months ago

I used to love this place but I guess today I walked into a coffee shop where making coffee is apparently optional. I went in with no line, ordered a single drink, and somehow still waited 15 minutes while the barista prioritized their riveting (read: painfully boring)…

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