Rowan Coffee in North Carolina

"Alright pal, lemme tell ya! I walk into Rowan Coffee, and whoa-ho-ho! It smells amazing, like that warm, roasty, magical coffee smell that grabs your soul and whispers, “You’re gonna guzzle something delicious, buddy.” I’m standing there sniffin’ the air like a confused bloodhound thinking, “Whatever they’re making back there, I want a bucket of it.” The place has a cool industrial vibe with everybody lookin’ calm and sophisticated. Meanwhile I’m just tryin’ not to drool on the counter. So I order the cappuccino. This beautiful little cup, with that perfect thin layer of foam on top, and buddy, it smells like happiness itself. I take a sip and “ba-da-boop!” my brain starts throwin’ a party. Smooth, warm, cozy, like a hug from a cloud that’s been to Italy. Then they hand me the cardamom bun, and ohhh baby. This thing’s twisty, shiny, smellin’ like joy. I take one bite and my taste buds are high-fivin’. And the next thing I know, I ate it all pal. Rowan Coffee, you walk in feelin’ normal, you walk out buzzin’ like a happy weirdo with caffeine confidence. Get the cappuccino, get the cardamom bun, and breathe in that roasty coffee magic baby."

"Compared to the best coffee shop vibes anywhere on the planet. Sparkling clean, but still feels gritty enough to be in Manhattan or Barcelona. Nice kids at the counter. Espresso is spot on."

"Cute new coffeeshop addition to Asheville. The interior is beautifully decorated, there is plenty of seating (both indoor and outdoor), and offerings are great. They have delicious pastries that are supplied by local bakeries, and a tasty sounding in house menu. The staff are also very friendly. Overall a wonderful coffeeshop. Would love to visit again :)"

"Great coffee and delicious baked goods! This is a great spot to love what you’re eating and drinking while soaking in good vibes outside on the patio or inside in the cool, high-ceiling space. It’s pretty busy in the mornings, but a table is manageable."

"This is my favorite cafe in Asheville. Requisites are warm ambiance, kind staff, proper milk steam and ethical food. You can get smatterings of each throughout the city but the rare convergence of all four only unfolds in special spaces. Rowan West is that space. Come for oysters on Friday, stay for Hilary’s seasonal syrups and people who actually remember your name."

"The best coffee cafe in AVL, imho! Rowan coffee is everything you want in a west AVL hangout Open daily and open late, caffeine, libations, amazing selection of wines, beers, roasted coffee Expanded menu, all day food options, pastries from West End bakery, nearby Recess, in-house, sandwiches, soups, salads, sardines, trout, olives, snacks, a vast selection. Also… don’t mind the line, it goes fast. The staff are extremely humble incredible. Chill, creative, and unpretentious. Outdoor seating, easy street parking, walkable to everything on Haywood, total gem.. Between the vibe, food, people and the experience, this is my go-to spot in West Asheville."

"Stopped in for a coffee and a croissant. Got the ham and cheese croissant and it was outstanding. People were nice and place was quaint. Only thing that was odd was coffee was in glass cups, not a mug (with handle). No biggie, it was still excellent coffee."

"The atmosphere is one of the most beautiful coffee spots I've experienced, and I have been to many many spots. I enjoyed the matcha latte. Thank you for a wonderful experience!"