Explore the South Side of Columbus with one of these great spots for creative coffee drinks!
1. Kokomo Juice and Coffee Paradise
- 694 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206
- Parking: a small parking lot is available
This is a small coffee shop where the drinks pack a punch! There are a few seats here but you should plan to get your coffee to go. When the weather is nice, they do have a covered patio out front.
The menu includes hot and cold coffee drinks as well as tea options. Kokomo does offer several homemade flavor syrups which is a nice touch!
I got the Maria’s Cafecito which is a double shot of espresso whipped with brown sugar and a touch of milk. My husband got a latte with the homemade brown sugar syrup and they were both good! Check the side menu for specials!
- Check out my list of coffee shops in Downtown Columbus for more ideas nearby!
2. Community Grounds
- Address: 1134 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206
- Parking: Street parking available.
Community Grounds Coffee shop on Parsons Avenue is a coffee shop and local artisan shop that is committed to making the community a better place! This coffee shop is a hub for the community with special events and a meeting space. Coffee and tea drinks are available as well as food items and baked goods!
3. Two Dollar Radio Headquarters
- 1124 Parsons Ave., Columbus, OH 43206
- Parking: Street Parking Available
Two Dollar Radio Headquarters is home to an independent book store, coffee shop and vegan cafe.
The publishing arm, Two Dollar Radio, specializes in publishing 6 “bold” books a year. The bookstore also sell a carefully curated selection of books inside the shop.
There are special events, book readings, live music, open mic nights and more! The atmosphere is inspiring and fun!
When it comes to coffee drinks, this is a vegan shop so keep in mind that only alternative milks are available. This hidden gem on the south side of Columbus is a great place to get your caffeine fix and your creative wheels turning!
4. Jennings Java Coffee Roasters
- Address: 116 E Moler St, Columbus, OH 43207
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Located on the corner of E. Mohler and S. 4th St. in Merion Village, Jennings Java was such a sweet surprise! Bigger than it looks from the outside, there is plenty of seating inside this coffee shop that serves single-origin coffee.
Coffee options include espresso drinks and signature drinks that are always on the menu. Don’t miss the separate menu of seasonal drinks. Jennings Java is also known for their cold brew and pour over bar! Non-coffee options include matcha, tea, milk steamer and Italian soda. Non-dairy milks are also available.
I chose one of the rotating Drinks of the Month, the Golden Dream. It was a latte with white chocolate and caramel and it was delicious!
Jennings Java makes a great addition to the neighborhood and it’s the perfect location for a coffee date! Their slogan is “Coffee & a Smile” and, before I even knew that, I was impressed by how friendly everyone was behind the counter! When I saw the slogan it totally made sense. I, for one, really prefer a friendly coffee shop over a pretentious coffee shop!
