Common Grounds - Waco

Love this place! The atmosphere is very aesthetic. Good coffee and their special sauce they add to the coffee is good and you can buy it there in a bottle. It's right next to an ice cream shop I enjoyed. Real homemade ice cream! About Baylor University.

I really like the look of Common Grounds, both inside and out. It's an old residential building that has been converted into a rustic coffee house and student hangout. I felt a little weird and out of place when I entered, however. Not that the staff was not friendly. They were. But everyone in the place was under 25 except for my wife and I. We are 65 years old. That 40 year age difference can't easily be hidden! But the age thing is my issue because nobody in the place, staff or student, looked sideways at us at all. I ordered a nitro cold brew but was advised that it is not available at this time. So, I settled on a drip brew coffee with cream. I planned on enjoying my coffee with a scoop of ice cream from the shop next door, so drip coffee would serve that purpose just fine. I don't know what blend of coffee I received, but it was very flavorful and smooth. I really liked it! Plus, the temperature was perfect. I've been in some big name coffee shops mid day only to receive drip coffee that was lukewarm and unpleasant. Not here! I really like Common Grounds, both the look of the place and the product. And even though I'm an old geezer, I would not hesitate to go back again for some excellent coffee and friendly service.

This spot is a local favorite. This is the original location and the atmosphere is amazing. It's a great place to meet with friends, study, enjoy live music or just get some great coffee.

First visit was in the summer. Common Grounds have good quality coffee. I had a mocha mint latte which was rich and not overly sweet. The place is quite cozy for college students. I bought a bag of Guatemala Las Flores to take home. Going back the second time last evening in the fall. I enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere. I had the matcha latte and brought home a pumpkin spice latte. Both were delicious. The best part is that I could still got a glimpse of college life without all the deadlines from school assignments!

Amazing coffee and atmosphere the employees are very friendly and helpful. I love the laid back, extra cozy feel of the entire place. They also have cute stickers : Parking in the back is a bit confusing but it works. Try out the ice cream shop next door if you have time too!