Crema's Take
“Lestat's is a bohemian institution where the baroque velvet furniture and late-night hours create the kind of space where you'll actually want to linger for hours, whether you're working, meeting friends, or catching a comedy show. The coffee is solid and the staff genuinely welcoming, though recent reviews suggest service can be inconsistent during slower shifts. If you're seeking that vintage coffeehouse atmosphere—the kind that feels less like a corporate chain and more like a living room for creative types—this is your spot.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu. Open late.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →I have sweet memories of playing bananagrams on their puffy baroque velvet chairs as a teenager late into the night. Nice that they have long hours.
Lestat's on Adams Avenue is a place and a state of mind. The Lestat's community could easily land in Greenwich Village New York, Capitol Hill Seattle, Haight-Ashbury San Francisco, East 6th Street Austin and on and on. By the way, the baristas are nice and easy on the eyes, if…
This place used to be good. I went in the night before Thanksgiving — no customers, one guy working. He warned us they might close early, told us the hours of the Lestats across town and asked us to basically promise we wouldn’t invite “30 other people.” Which made me think: if…
Great venue to see comedy, Comedy Heights and sip a cup, enjoy a sandwich or dessert. Cool vibe. Staff is friendly and helpful. Thank you!
First time I came to this coffee shop. I actually really like the coffee here, they have nice seating outside and the staff are friendly The only reason I give this place a 4 stars is the decoration is kinda lackluster and I didn't feel the cozy welcome atmosphere of a small…
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