Reviews of Safai Coffee Shop (Coffee Shop)

Swetha Mahadevan

I had to wait for a while to get my order because it was a Saturday afternoon and there was a throng of customers. But boy, was it worth the wait. I had an oat milk latte which was amazing. They use Oatly which is my favourite vegan milk. And the berries and cream crepe was out of the world. I dont know how they managed to make the cream so perfectly sweet, yet not overpowering. Must try!

Omar Alvarado

Great coffee, good drinks, and good service. The shop has a good atmosphere and some outside seating as well. For those interested they also carry some beers.

Danielle L

Very busy on Sunday. Some of the only crepes I could find in town.

A Phipps

Great coffee, atmosphere and staff.

Alex Canahuati

Very cozi...warm service and awesome coffee

Robby Olivam

Good coffee, great seating for solo work, small groups and even a side room with a big table you can reserve for larger groups. They offer some tasty treats including crepes.

Trust McDaniel

Amazing place to study and chill

Chris Bauer

Get the drip coffee.... it's so smooth and feels great

Joel lavy

I'm a regular and live close by. Go often enjoy the crepes and the coffee. Walked my dog today to get some coffee and to train her a little more working towards service dog. There was a longer line than normal but the dog did pretty well but at the register I could tell they were rushing me. The person working the register even signed my name after I swiped my card without permission. My coffee was ready instantly and the girl that gave me the coffee asked if she was a service dog. I said not yet and she said "well we don't allow dogs in here". I apologised and left. It's a dog friendly street can't tell who's cool and who's not. Let's put up signs bardstown road!!!! Who's dog friendly or not dog friendly!!!! Safai you should of nicely asked me when I came in. Not, let me wait in a long line give me service and then advise me in a passive aggressive way. I would of let my dog wait outside if needed.

Jennifer Williams

Friendly staff, good crepes and loved my "purple rain" drink

Tom Hettich

The coffee is very good, place has a large range of good food to eat in a cafe setting. Good parking, a lot of seating, nice crew at the counter.

Dani Hardy

Love the menu variety here! They've got a bit of everything and the coffee is excellent!

Pascal Lola

This place is super awesome.

Robert Cunningham

Service is always excellent...food exceptional in preparation and delicious!

Sharon Mellon

Coffee drinks are good. They have their own beans. The food is delicious. Right prices

James Nobles

This place is great but you definitely need time to enjoy it.

Joel Kotarski

I love this place and I don't even drink coffee anymore. Good atmosphere, friendly staff, and good offerings of drink varieties (coffee, smoothies, alcoholic beverages, etc) and a few interesting foods. They've got an electric car charger in the back and are in a good spot to take a walk around one of my favorite spots in the Highlands.

Anna Smith

Great coffwe

Alex Digirolamo

Great service and great coffee

B Revels

Good coffee, great atmosphere

Autumn Robinson

I love the atmosphere here, and the diverse crowd it draws. Crepes are marvelous and so is the coffee! I got an iced Black Magic, it really was black magic indeed. I will come back for sure. I was studying and doing some hw, and a meeting area is available for reservation I suppose, a group of girls were being extremely loud so that was a little hard but I understand I am in a public place where one is allowed to have a loud congregance. Without a doubt however, I’ll be back soon!

S Davis

I had the almond croissant and it was great

Spencer .Smith

So many amazing things beyond coffee there! Crepes are amazing.

Philip Woods

Wonderful local coffee shop

Rose Baines

Perfect coffee for a cold morning!

Jonathan Meadows

Safai is good.

Matt McMillen

Very eclectic, excellent coffees.

Otto Rascon

Really warm and inviting shop. The iced coffee and muffins were top notch. The staff was friendly and I felt welcomed here. I'd definitely come back.

Jim Guelda

Great Chai Tea Látte and the atmosphere is awesome too!!

Steven Hunton

Maybe my expectations are too high, but when I walk into a coffee shop and order a large cappuccino, pay, them sit down in plain sight of both baristas. I don't expect my drink to be put in a to go cup and left on the counter until it gets cold. I felt very unwelcome, and will not be back.

Jordan Burlen

Great crepes. Amazing miele

tom waggener

Possibly Louisville best coffee shop. Fresh roasted beans ground and brewed per cup make for a consistently delicious coffee.

Ethe Venus

I've been going to Safai pretty regularly for the last couple of years. They literally make the BEST cup of coffee I've ever had. They make most of their non-espresso coffee via the pour over process, which takes some time. If you're in a huge hurry, get something faster like an espresso drink. But if you are looking for a cup of coffee that has fantastic flavor, this is the only way to go. The crepes are also a fantastic way to start the day. The staff is always friendly (even with those who get impatient over the coffee making process). I love this place and the people who make it awesome.

Michael Rivera

I went here with my wife and daughter. I had the white mocha latte with a hint of blackberry. The coffee was excellent. My wife had a standard pour over, which was not as good. The place had a great atmosphere and great service. Overall a good place but for standard coffee I will stay a Starbucks pike guy.

Jennifer Smith

Great atmosphere and the service is excellent. Wonderful selection of drinks... will be trying the other side of coffee bar soon and do the alcohol ones..

Gloria Smith

Our favorite coffee shop. The black magic coffee drink is the best.

Tiz

Great coffee, cozy place.

Sarah Shelton

Great local coffee shop to just chill or enjoy one of their scheduled events. Check out the succulent classes!

Anthony Maiorana

One of the better coffee shops in Louisville. You get a free cup with a purchase of a bag of beans. They have great food and there always seems to be some class or something interesting happening here. If you get a regular coffee they will do a pour over so expect to wait a bit if you are in a rush. Also they serve alcohol which is cool in the evenings.

Jim McKiernan

Favorite local coffee shop! Amazing coffee and friendly staff.

Malinda Vogel

Smal, cozy, great crepe and match a latte.

Carlos Wicks

Good food great atmosphere I really like this place. I'll be back every other day

Sam Smith

Great local coffee shop. Crepes are delicious and the coffee is well brewed- most of it is pour over which takes a bit longer but brings out the taste. It's a cozy nook that can easily get overcrowded though

Joe

They may be open, but don’t count on them to be serving crepes. They like to shutdown way before closing.

Sam Scholten

The crepes are mandatory. Do not skip.

Candice Rezvanian

Best crepes, coffee, and espresso! Also, great ambiance and staff!

Edward Dearinger

Best coffee and coolest shop in town.

James Adams

Amazing coffee....were from tampa, but my wife is from Louisville. And this is top 3 in Louisville!!!! Iced caramalatto is to die for!!!!! Staff so friendly and helpful.

Greg Witt

Great for a first date. Awesome atmosphere, great coffee

Elisio Sapata

Local coffee shop, local coffee roaster, very local environment. Inside or outside seating. Lots of coffee options, lots of tea options. Very creative space. Family friendly, great meeting place. Very creative crepe menu. Service is happy, friendly, courteous and considerate.

Nicolle Staples

I love this place! When I need a break from my home office, I come here to work, have a tea, and a snack from their many vegan and gluten free options. Plus free WiFi and friendly staff!

Colin Ritter

When my wife and I go to Louisville for coffee these days this is our favorite spot. Their coffee drinks are perfect - the coffee is smooth tasting which means an added flavor stand out better - and they have "bottomless mimosas" on Sunday. I've been inside when it's busy, but I've never seen it crowded. They offer wifi, but the connection quality is so-so (crowded neighborhood and they don't have a 5GHz signal) and their power sockets are awkward to find and plug into. They have a sofa and coffee table if you prefer that kind of seating at a coffee shop and when it's open it's a nice spot to sit and read.

BRIAN BRAGG

Adorable coffee shop...staff super friendly ave greeting you with a smile. The crepes are made to order and i highly recommend getting 1 with an awesome cup of coffee!!

Shauna o'shea

Good food, service and peaceful

Chad Keinanen

One of the best coffeeshops in Louisville in a well-designed and comfortable space. The coffee is good, they have a nice menu, and a great location. Not only that, but they have a small, but well chosen beer and wine selection if you need to pick up some beans during happy hour.

Hannah Huffman

This is the closest to home I feel in a business in this city. From the incredible staff, to the culture and feel of the shop, it's my favorite coffee shop in Louisville. The crepes are to die for....the coffee is delicious and the real deal, and the entire place just makes you feel one with the community and like you're really supporting an amazing vision for what local businesses should be and represent.

Tom Waggener

Probably the most consistent coffee in Louisville. Excellent every time.

Sydney Dicks

Safai has the perfect atmosphere. It’s good for getting work done or just chilling and it’s also a great place to talk and be with friends. The crepes are all homemade and delicious; I recommend The Mexican Sunrise! The frozen latte is my go to drink, but a cheaper option is the cold brew. Both are super good! The prices are about average for a Louisville coffee shop. Lots of seating, including a meeting room that you can reserve. One of my favorites in the city!

Yodit Dori

First time, we had a meeting at the big table. Everything here is organic it seems. You can get coffee, food, pastries as well as wine

Bradley Caffee

I love this place. It's cozy yet spacious. The coffee is good and the crêpes are tasty. I do wish they offered crêpe norvégienne.

Gina Tedescucci

Great coffee, even better staff. Very friendly and helpful. It is worth a trip out of your way!

Stuart Merideth

Baristas were kind and helpful. Food was okay. Shop is rather small. Coffee tasted burned. Badly. I ordered a mocha with extra chocolate, and while the temperature was okay, the coffee tasted like it had been set on fire, and I was served the ashes. This was my second visit, and the first was no better. It will take something rather special to make me want to return.

Mike Hagerty

Great coffee, great crepes, great baked goods. Plenty of seating and tons of natural light inside.

Victoria Foster

I love this coffee shop, probably my favorite in Louisville! The environment is relaxed and good for focusing. The coffee is great. Plus they have crepes and m alcoholic beverages.

Galen Powers

This coffee shop is amazing. Great space, lots of love plants make it very cozy and comfortable. They make some very nice crepe dishes to go with a well prepared coffee.

Annamaria Greco

Cozy cafe with amazing coffee and crepes with great service. I go often and enjoy it every time!

S Hodge

Had the privilege to stop in a grab a quick cup of coffee this afternoon. Absolutely delicious! Smooth and rich! Can't wait to go back and try a crepe or two.

Uyen Nguyen

Great independent coffeeshop in Louisville. Good coffee & service

Ashley Tiemann

Cute murals of animals, tasty crepes and coffee. Also they have booze which is nice for when you don't want to go to a bar setting

Chanda Glover

The crapes are great.

Adrien Patané

Great atmosphere, funky vibe and unique coffees

Dylan Glenn

This might be the chillest coffee spot in the Highlands. The baristas are very nice, they have great seasonal and "fancy" drinks in addition to an excellent cup of coffee with locally roasted beans. The crepes are a big favorite as well. The space here is very relaxing and perfect for plopping down with a book and enjoying your drink, or chatting with friends. On nice days the patio is a great place to people watch and enjoy bottomless mimosas. There's even a dedicated mimosa window so you don't have to go back inside! This coffee shop also hosts a lot of community events, which is nice. The owners are pretty active around town and also own the new Logan Street Market.

gretchen lahman

This place was a very cool little place. I was with a group of people at the front, made especially for groups to meet. I only purchased a bottle of cold water but they had a lot of menu items that I will probably try the next time our group meets.

Judi Christopher

Cozy neighborhood coffee shop. Watch out if you're sensitive to caffeine, they make it strong!

June Dempsey

One of the best coffee shops in town. A great place to work. They have a small front room you can reserve easily for free, just ask an employee. I use it to have writing meetings but I've also seen book clubs and craft nights happen. All the staff are super friendly.

Jennifer Coyle

Baristas are fantastic and the coffee is top notch. The cozy atmosphere and delicious crepes don't hurt either. Go on Wednesdays for discounted wine by the glass or Sundays for $8 bottomless mimosas.

Rebecca Holder

Safai has amazing coffee with a fun atmosphere. There is also micro brew beer here and delicious food. If you are lucky you will meet the fat squirrel that lives nearby.

Susan Crosswait

Delicious! Chai and espresso was like a milkshake yum.

Sarah Brumitt

Such a cozy and comfy place! Great for a quiet work/study environment, and the coffee is delicious! Local and organic coffees

Bad Dingo

Great people, super helpful and FRESH COFFEE!

Aubrey Turner

Neat place but the pour over coffee was terrible.

Matthew Berchiolli

Best coffee shop in town

Lindsay Shelden

Decent coffee, really good cafe food (try the savory crepes!) and wonderful ambiance. Great group meeting place and chill place to hang out in general

Kalen Sipl

Stopped into Safai with some friends while on spring break. The cappuccino I had was great! There was plenty of seating, including a large wood table that the six of us could sit around and hang out. Would totally recommend for anyone looking to get some quiet study or catch up with some old friends.

Matthew Farley

quintessential coffee shop with plenty of Highlands flavor. plus beer & crepes!

Geneva Drane

First time to try this Coffee Cafe. The Staff was very friendly. I got a white chocolate Latte with raspberry in it. So good. Plus, I order a crepe and it was the best with fruit. Prices were good and fair. The atmosphere was nice and relaxing. Nice space between table and chairs which I like. They serve Wine as well. I will be going back soon! It will be my new go to place for hanging out and latte's.

Pat Huckendubler

Nice, casual eclectic ambiance with friendly staff.

Eric Brooks

Great coffee and atmosphere. New favorite Louisville coffee spot.

Alien Crow

Good coffee got the dark roast Ethiopian wasn't sour like some places

Wendy Erk

The latte I ordered was amazing and creamy.

Crystal H

Great customer service, Great atmosphere ... can’t wait to do the bottomless Mimosas on Sunday !

Anita Kraft

I love it. Good coffee, great environment.

Lauren Moon

Great atmosphere and service, refreshing icy drinks and delicious savoury crepes!

Damian Botner

Best atmosphere and lovely workers. They have high quality coffee and drinks and the cozy environment is a bonus. Favorite place!!

Timothy Tice

Great atmosphere, great food, decent prices, was my first visit there and will definitely go back, want to try other menu items.

Holly Hamilton

I love this awesome place!

thomas waggener

If you love coffee...real, actual coffee and not just a gallon of milk with a hint of espresso Safai is for you. Safai and Sixth and Main Coffeehouse in Shelbyville are the two most consistently great cups of drip or pour over coffee in the entire region. Great ambiance and never a sour cup.

Tatianna Spencer

Fun location with a great vibe.

Jonathan Collum

I great local coffee shop with plenty of spaces to sit including comfy couches. A really cool decor with art for sale and on the walls. Friendly staff, quality drinks, good food. I definitely suggest their crepes.

Cary Frick

Excellent coffee. Honduras and Ethiopian roasts are both great. Chill atmosphere.

Nancy Siebert

Who doesn’t love this place?! Perfect for my meetings with partners!

Michael Sumner

Great coffee and very cozy shop! I prefer this coffee shop over all of the other "Big name" coffee shops. They also have Free Wi-Fi and comfortable seating of course!

Sonya leigh

Awesome Coffee

Nawaf Alwazzan

Eclectic place. Did not order food however the smoothie was great.

Johnmark Wilson

The vibe is very nice. There are lots of plants and a few different rooms. You can order coffee, alcohol, smoothies, crepes, and more

Forrest Duffy

Great coffee shop atmosphere. Nice outdoor seating. Serves crepes, pastries, and some small sweets. Very nice staff as well.

Anthony L

Great place in Louisville for coffee, crepes, and getting stuff done! My favorite crepe is the banana nutella. Their mexican breakfast crepe is also very good.

Furad Hasab

Fresh environment. Normal prices for high end coffee shop and lovely workers.

Mike Meats

They brew each cup to order, yum... The coffee is SO good.

Laura Peyton

Crapes are delicious! Great spot for wonder coffee and smoothies.

Brandi Giles

Great place to sit with friends

Ashely Vonderheide

My favorite little coffee spot in the whole city. Friendly staff, excellent coffee and they offer beer as well. Love the atmosphere, surrounded by plants and pottery and all kinds of pretty little things that make it super cozy.

Danny Ondrey

Large variety of crepes availible to eat. The ones my wife and I had were delicious. The coffee was also great!

Chris Flanigan

Kind of a funky fresh little coffee shop. My wife and I had eaten breakfast across the street and popped in to get a drink to go. I got a mocha, and my wife got a delicious blackberry and chocolate concoction. The prices were reasonable, the service was good, and the drinks were delicious. I'd definitely recommend this place.

Courtni

Safai has the best tasting coffee in town and they make delicious crepes!

Zachary Bases

I really liked this place even though it took me almost 6 years to come try it.. though a cat lady sat down at our table and tried to aggressively be best friends forever...

Brandon Thompson

Fantastic coffee shop. Pleasant space with friendly staff and delicious coffee. Highly recommended!

Anthony Mendel

Warm and cozy atmosphere with really tasty coffee and super friendly baristas. Look forward to visiting again.

Holly Sparks

I love this place! Everything tastes so good, and it is very cute. There is great service!

Myles J. White

Great place to meet up and chat with friends. Great, comfy atmosphere and service. Quality food and drinks. Highly Recommend!

Dean Engelman

High quality cup of coffee brewed to order. Very smooth and flavorful and the service was friendly and attentive. Food and many other drink options. Nice indoor seating and outdoor tables, too.

Sarah Hong

Always a relaxed atmosphere, delicious lattes and crepes, and kind employees. Most recently my young son spilled his freshly made cocoa and they cleaned it up quickly with no complaint and offered to make him another free of charge.

nate berrier

This is my go-to coffee shop. Wonderful quality. Interior atmosphere is great, lots of house plants and reclaimed wood. They offer crepes and even a few beer taps.

Nathan Calvert

Just moved to the neighborhood and am so glad I found this gem of a coffee shop. All I'm going to say is.... Bottomless Mimosas!

Zach Flyn

Always fast and delicious! Never been disappointed! If you like a little heat I highly recommend the volcano!

Bill Severance

Had the Ethiopian Yergacheffe....WOW!!! The service is great and informative. The atmosphere is a cozy hangout. Clean and relaxing. Worth the drive...20 min. Stop in and check this place out!

Joe Pliska

Fresh environment. Normal prices for high end coffee shop. The fruit crepe is amazing! Friendly staff and lots of seating. Will be going back again for sure.

Hannah Wollam

The atmosphere is friendly and open, the space itself is very aesthetic and comforting. Great place to meet up with a friend or do some work or just chill out. Quality food and drinks, I love it here

Devin Roos

What a wonderful place! Very few places in Louisville serve a good crepe, so Safai not only offers great coffee, but also a great meal option at a reasonable price.

Jennifer Black

Tried this spot for the 1st time yesterday and loved it! Cozy, quaint spot. I loved the coffee and the crepes were delicious! I'll definitely be visiting again soon!

Kasey Shirley

A bit pricey but I like the chill environment. Their hot chocolate was probably the worst I've ever had so stay away from that but the food was pretty good!

Robert

My go-to coffee shop. Some of the baristas are pretty strange, but not in a bad way! Drinks are great, atmosphere is quiet and pleasant, and I love that I can switch to beer when I've had too much caffeine.

Beneil Watts

Good vibes. Good service. Good drinks. And great food!

Jonathan Brown

Very good coffee and service. the staff was always friendly and the coffee is some of my favorite in town. I actually like theirs better than Starbucks. Great location as well. Parking can be a pain but if you can't find a spot on Bardstown check on of the streets in the neighborhood, you can usually find a spot there.

Joshua Shouse

Best chai latte in Louisville. Nice atmosphere, good coffee. Lots of seating and parking in the back off the street. Nice coffee shop to mix things up with.

Brandon Nylund

Straight up the worst espresso and pour over I have ever had. It doesn't matter how cool an atmosphere a place has if their basic products suck this bad. I really can't express enough how bad the coffee is. Also, nearly all of the tables wobble.

Symera Talbott

Abigail, the Barista was awesome. Everybody was friendly and it was a wonderful experience.

Fami riz

Amazing service, all of the workers were lovely and patient! Also the food/drinks are great!

Elias Miller

The best Chai (hot or cold) in the city!

Leslie Weeter Kaelin

Love their coffee, pastries, and crepes! My son loves their smoothies and kid's toys.

Terry Hayes

Best atmosphere of any coffee shop in Louisville!

David Stiger

Coffee was good but they need better milk alternatives. At least they have coconut, but hemp, cashew, or macadamia would be a lot better.

Brent Kiffer

On their recommendation, get a cup of Black Magic! Each cup of coffee is ground on its own and crafted to taste. Have coffee for the first time. Well done Safai!

Rhysand Emrys

Amazing. Great coffee. Excellent service. Love it every day.

Tyler McGee

The atmosphere is great. The menu has less than 20 items (which I love because I always panic whent they're taking my order) and they were more than willing to customize my order to a lower carb entree!

Remington Crawford

Pretty nice environment, very high prices, especially the food items. Worth going to, but not when you're hungry.

Mary Alice Purple

Had Chai tea...delicious

Tommy Nguyen

Loud coffee shop with limited seating.

Emily Benken

The coffee is great, but there are so many things at Safai besides coffee! Homemade crepes, beer on tap, bottomless (and generous) $8 mimosas on Sundays, and lots of other goodies. I'm particularly fond of their Italian sodas with lavender. Staff is also always friendly and kind.

Taylor Young

Great service. Great drinks. Great crepes. Great atmosphere. All around a fun time!

Rachel hall

Cool, chill atmosphere. Great iced espresso drinks

Steven Plappert

Owner is rad, cool place

Laura Ann Kidd

Stopped in after the 23 tarc flew by me and had to wait on a lyft. Got a matcha tea. It was fantastic. Like a sauna in here, my glasses steamed over right when I walked in.

James Rakestraw

Truly love this place. Great all day. I make a habit of coming two to three times a week. Crepes are wonderful and the coffee is excellent. The drink Purple Rain gets me everytime.

Sarah Carrico

A+ for great coffee, friendly service and generosity. The coffee is brewed to perfection for each specific flavor. There are positive and knowledgeable attitudes from the all the baristas. Their willingness to be supportive throughout the Community is apparant. Safai Coffee has consistently been our school's annual event's provider for alk of the coffee and tea needed. They are very organized and practical when putting together the delivery or pickup. There a lot of coffee options in Louisville specifically the Highlands. Safai Coffee has earned and deserves my business!

gaming and cheats 1111

Love the Black Magic!

Mandy Olivam

Great cafe! They have delicious pastries from Wiltshire Pantry. Good coffee. Friendly staff. Cute and cozy atmosphere with a small nook built for families that has some kids toys. They have an open meeting room you can reserve. They also have a walk up window to order from if you have dogs with you and can't come.