Curiosity Coffee Bar
2327 Main St, Columbia, SC
Crema's Take
“Curiosity Coffee Bar is a charming Columbia favorite that celebrates creativity at every turn, from its Instagram-worthy haiku wall outside to rotating seasonal specialty drinks that keep regulars coming back. Beyond excellent coffee, you'll find genuinely fresh pastries and light bites like avocado toast, all served by a genuinely friendly staff who actually help you navigate the menu. It's the kind of place that feels like a lucky discovery—whether you're settling in with your laptop for hours or just grabbing a perfectly crafted iced mocha between appointments.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Wifi.
Google Reviews
I stumbled upon the charming spot today! It has such a classic ambiance, perfect for any time of day. ☕️ I enjoyed a lovely morning coffee, and I can already imagine returning for a refreshing afternoon beer. This place truly feels like a gem, ideal for savoring delicious food…
Stumbled on this place after not paying attention to Waze and went the wrong way. Great locals place to go. Coffee and food are amazing. Avocado toast, super fresh and flavorful. Staff are very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Coffee in a mug is the only way to truly…
I came here for the first time today, and first noticed the haiku wall outside! It’s gorgeous! I need to write one before I leave!! I walk in, and didn’t know what to try on the menu! I asked Liz, the barista on duty, what I should get. She made me a pumpkin spice latte with a…
Curiosity Coffee is one of my all-time favorite coffee shops in Columbia. I love the rotating seasonal drinks, the tasty food offerings, and especially the baked goods! The creativity of some drinks are unlike anything else I've seen which makes Curiosity a top choice for me…
Stopped here for a little pick me up. Had a lovely iced mocha with hazelnut and whip and a dark chocolate croissant. I recommend getting your pastry warmed as it is quite chewy without it. Waitstaff were speedy and polite. Atmosphere is super cute. They have some take out…
Crema Reviews
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