Elevated Grounds
About
Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Bubble Tea
Location
Adress: 3930 N Kickapoo St Ste 5, Shawnee, OK 74804
Phone: (405) 541-0236
Work Hours
Business info
- turned_in_notHealth Score97 out of 100
- directions_carDeliveryNo
- move_to_inboxTake-outNo
- credit_cardAccepts Credit CardsYes
- wifiWi-FiFree
Reviews
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Kayla P.
I had a class in Shawnee and we wanted to run in after we ate as we only had an hour. There was only one guy working when we came in so it was understandable but it did take us a while to get three drinks. I bought some macaroons because I have no self control - they were very good but one did seem like it wasn't as fresh as the others. I also love macaroons so it is going to take more than that for me to not go back.
Even though we did wait, the coffee was really good. I loved the environment, it was very laid back and cozy. Not sure when I would be back to Shawnee but I would like try out some other drinks on their menu (tea, smoothies). -
Amy W.
I'm not sure why this place is getting such high ratings. I drove up at 8:50 on Friday morning and there was one car in front of me. By 9:00 I was finally at the window. I ordered a 12 oz cappuccino and it was half full. When I asked about it, apparently that's normal. You only get 5 oz when you order 12 oz. I've had lots of coffee from lots of places and this has never happened anywhere else. I finally drove off at 9:15. I was there for 25 minutes with only one person in front of me.maybe it would have been worth it if the coffee was exceptional, but it wasn't. I was thoroughly disappointed. There are other coffee shops in town, that's where I'll be going.
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Jordan P.
This is a great coffee shop. I believe it is under new ownership as of the last month or so. I'm excited to see a shop in Shawnee that does coffee well. They offer pour over, espresso, machiatos, lattes, etc. The beans are roasted at Coffee Slingers in OKC which I can vouch are really good beans. They offer milk, soy, almond, and coconut milk options. The service staff is fantastic. Very friendly. They sell cool looking swag including shirts, custom ceramic mugs, and even unique ceramic V60 cones!
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Anastasia B.
I am new to the area and decided to search for a local coffee and tea shop. There were more options than I typically find in small areas so I looked around online to learn more and decided to visit Elevated Grounds. I am glad that I did! It is a lovely little shop and I am pleased to leave its first Yelp review.
One of the first things I noticed when walking up to the storefront is the cute little chalkboard sign. (I added a photo to the shop's listing here on Yelp.) A staff member crafted an inviting picture and message. I imagine that this is changed up periodically and I look forward to seeing what is created next. It may seem like a small touch but I can see little kids and other visitors specifically looking for "what's new" on the sign during each visit. Fun!
Once inside, I saw that the shop is incredibly clean and well organized. There are a few t-shirts and stickers available for purchase and the drink offerings are plentiful. A couple of food options are available as well. The gentleman at the counter was friendly and described the drink I ordered quite well. He carefully prepped my order and made sure to put enough loose tea into the teabag. It was a great cup of tea! (I got the Earl Grey.) The staff members and owners clearly care about creating a safe and enjoyable experience for customers.
My suggestions for the space would be to warm it up and personalize it a bit more to reflect the company's personality. Even if going for more of an industrial vibe, a few additional pops of color and a few more comfortable seating options would be nice. It doesn't have to look like Central Perk from Friends but a warmer feeling atmosphere would be more inviting. Additionally, while I know that the focus is on the beverages, it would be nice to see a few more food options. The baked goods looked delicious but I went early in the day and there were only a few pieces of two different options left. I asked if they had considered offering vegan options (even if just once in a while) and the barista mentioned that they were actually just discussing that issue that morning. They are considering adding vegan energy bites and, perhaps, some other such offerings. I thanked and encouraged them. While I know that Shawnee is not as vegan friendly (or vegetarian friendly) as other areas, the demand for these types of products is growing. Adding foods suitable for vegans opens up options for those practicing this lifestyle but also gives expanded options for other eaters. I appreciate their willingness to consider this.
My visit to Elevated Grounds was enjoyable and I will definitely be back. I encourage others to support this new local business as well. Thanks for creating a lovely shop option for local residents and visitors, Elevated Grounds! I will see you soon. -
Gabriela M.
Finally a great coffee place near me! This place is wonderful. LOCAL FAMILY OWNED. The coffee is as good as some of the nice places I found living in Los Angeles, CA. Do yourself a favor, skip the Starbucks and drive a little more up the street and stop at this place! SO MUCH BETTER!