Crema's Take
“Open Mic is where Lake Geneva's creative community camps out for excellent espresso and the kind of welcoming vibe that keeps people coming back for hours—the owner Alex has built something rare by combining seriously good coffee with live music, chess boards, and a genuine commitment to being a gathering space rather than just a transaction. If you're looking for a specialty coffee shop with actual soul and a reason to linger beyond your first sip, this is it.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, matcha and tea options too. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Wifi.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →First of all, Simon’s a great host who also loves to make software. We’re here all the time, and our team loves coming to Open Mic to work, be creative, and meet with clients. It’s a comfortable, welcoming space that naturally sparks good conversations and cool ideas—some of our…
Alex's Open Mic Coffee And Tea House is the beating heart of Antioch, wrapped in espresso aroma and pure creative electricity. You step inside and immediately feel like you just crossed into a place that actually gets community. Not the fake, corporate buzzword version, but the…
Awesome coffee shop. Vibe is so cool, there is a live band, chess boards and more! The guy up front super friendly and nice. Coffee tastes great! Will definitely be back
Amazing spot. The owner Alex is a super nice guy and it’s good to support local businesses but also none in the area could offer what Alex does in terms of giving musicians a space. The coffee and tea just benefit the situation.
Amazing cafe shop. Wonderful idea about the live music. Great place to just kick back and relax. Chess boards all over the place. Delicious drinks and snacks. Street parking available.
Crema Reviews
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