The Roosevelt Coffeehouse

Great vibe. Great coffee. Just great all around. Been here and got the t-​shirt. Cortado was excellent. They use Stumptown beans and work with organizations that fight hunger, unclean water and human trafficking. Great causes so support these guys.

Awesome little coffee shop near St. Joseph’s Cathedral — perfect for some caffeination after mass! The building is well-​lit and seems pretty full on Sunday afternoons; be prepared to wait for a seat or stand. The prices are average $ 3 – 5, but the drinks are tasty. I had a delicious macchiato with pretty yet simple latte art — a heart. Only issue I had was they don’t have any menu up on the wall for customers to see. You have to grab a tiny paper menu at the order station, making for a confusing experience that takes more time to order than it should. They need a better menu display so waiting customers can decide ahead of time. Other than that, our service was pleasant and the place itself has an amazing mission worth supporting. They are non-​profit and funds go to various projects to fight hunger, human trafficking and to provide water to those in need around the globe. Definitely makes me feel better to spend money here. Visit
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This is a really neat coffee place located near downtown Columbus and St. Joseph Cathedral. It is a non-​profit coffeehouse and the proceeds from the business go to various charities such as «Human Trafficking», «Water», and «Hunger». They call themselves «a non profit social enterprise coffee shop making great coffee from Stumptown and One Line Coffee Roasters to save lives.»
Atmosphere — the coffee shop is not too large but not small with ample seating and some nice tables both inside and out. You will enter the shop through the patio which is a little strange but was not difficult to find the entrance. It has a very clean appeal and the coffee bar appears to be very high end, expensive modern machines. Which means good coffee usually! On Sunday’s they have an «Artisan Popup Sale» which appears to be some local vendors selling various good and trinkets. ⁵⁄₅
Coffee Quality — I had a latte and the price was fair at $ 4. They use Snowville Creamery dairy products which I’m sure add some to the overall quality of the finished product. The lady had a large macchiato which was also verb good with a bold flavor. They were served in nice white latte cups and had a quality, although not outstanding presentation. ⁵⁄₅
Service — although the menu is not well displayed for you to check out (we were looking for it on the wall when we walked to the counter, a nice barista noticed we looked confused and asked if it was our first time here, and then showed us a small menu laying on the counter) the friendly smiles from the baristas and quick service was excellent. They also look nice and professional in matching uniforms. ⁴⁄₅
Overall this is a very neat and unique coffee shop that I would recommend to anyone looking for a nice sitting atmosphere either indoors or outdoors, with quality coffee and a great and charitable business model. This will be one of our new coffee stops on a Sunday after church as new Columbus residents! Besides the menu not being well displayed and the strange patio entrance, I wouldn’t change anything

Stopped in for a latte as I was in the area and a friend raved about it. It appears to be located next to a men’s homeless shelter, and when I went inside, I believe it was the owner, was having a very warm and friendly conversation with one of the men from there. This automatically put me in a great mood. They were so friendly! And the latte was quite good. I would definitely recommend stopping in.

I usually go for coffee at a coffeehouse, but was intrigued by the tea listing so ordered a peach fig oolong tea. It was hugely fragrant and served in a jumbo cup and saucer – a touch I appreciated in a coffeehouse. The room is open and well-​lighted, with floor-​to-​ceiling windows facing the street. There is a conference/​meeting space connected by doors; not actually part of the coffeehouse, but a nice thing to have available if you want to schedule an event.
Great, friendly service, great beverages, excellent baked goods, and all in a nonprofit dedicated to social missions of fighting hunger and other causes. Excellent proximity to CSCC and CCAD. Definitely check this place out.

delicious coffee. baristas take their time and the results are worth it. wish I’d had time to try the pour-​over. I was in town for 24 hours and managed to hit this place.
spacious open floor plan.
great light, good for working.
high tables and standard tables, plus an annex with a community table.
love that the coffeehouse is part of a coffee collective throughout columbus. punch cards work at all. love seeing this sort of community-​building. noble mission statement. working local, thinking global. about as good as we can hope to do. applause!

I don’t live here, but stumbled across this place on a trip a few months ago and specifically sought it out when visiting recently. There’s a large naturally lit seating area. The baristas are friendly and helpful in making decisions. There were four pour over coffee options when I stopped in. I tried a fruity Ethiopian one and enjoyed it. This place is on par with my favorite coffee shop where I live. I’ll definitely keep this place in mind for coffee or a place to do some work on future trips to Columbus.

I came here on a cold Saturday morning at about 8:30am in an attempt to change up my mundane study routine, and was impressed with my first visit here.
Ordered a latte and was told that it would be brought to my table, which I thought was cute and rather unique. Latte was very good, perhaps not as warm as I like it but had a well-​balanced flavor. Service was very friendly and I did not pick up on that elitist «hipster-​ish coffee snob» vibe you sometimes get at up-​and-​coming coffee shops.
Very open and airy seating arrangement, largely due to the floor to ceiling glass windows along the front. Plenty of tables and seats, in addition to a few bar stools surrounding the coffee bar. There’s a smaller study room in the back section of the coffeehouse that doesn’t share quite the same ambience but would be ideal for meetings or group studying.
Would not recommend studying in the front room on the weekend, as it became quite noisy, but I would think it would be a great space to work/​study during the week.
Parking on the side of the building is free!

Mission, values, commitment, personal connection, service… you must investigate the why behind Kenny’s venture.
Every individual has reasons why certain businesses are go too establishments, why they support entrepreneurs and why you walk away considering the values and mission that serve as the foundation of that business. ROOSEVELT is another Columbus pillar demonstrating a commitment to Social Entrepreneurship and the greater good in our world.
The old vinyl records that play on the old record player… some folks might find this aspect an introduction to what music was like just a few years back. Change the records if you like.
Wanting a meeting space? You’ve got it here!
Located in The Discovery District you’ve got ready and convenient access to Columbus State, CCAD, Franklin University, Hill’s Market Downtown… PERFECT BIKE RIDING AREA!
Work downtown? Walk over! Introduce yourself… ask about the mission of Roosevelt…
Get blown away… learn more about a social commitment to bettering society… Roosevelt your day!

Roosevelt is a cute spot with tons of natural light, ample seating and attractive succulents on the wood tables. There are two pretty large rooms with seating, which are good for groups large and small… and I also (unintentionally) explored a little bit upstairs (no one stopped me) and it’s their offices and it was super awkward when i accidentally (on purpose cuz I didn’t know better) went up there.
I came on a Sunday afternoon and I definitely underestimated how busy this place was going to be! We ordered a cortado, and the dark roast coffee. Both drinks were solidly tasty! You can do a refill on coffee for $ 1. The staff was unpretentious and friendly enough.
Most people were working or having coffee dates with friends… I did both: I brought a book to read and a date to talk to. It was a bit loud for me to read or work really productively, but I had a great time!
The hours are nice for a coffee shop — they’re open until 7PM everyday.

I love the Roosevelt! From the atmosphere to the product itself to the mission behind it, an all around great place.
The first two times I went, I got just a mug of Brewer coffee. I asked for the Stumptown variety both times, and both times I was given One Line. While the coffee wasn’t terrible, I really wanted to try Stumptown. Next time, I suppose.
The third time I went, I ordered a skim mocha. This was wonderful! The chocolate sauce they use has the perfect amount of bitterness to counteract the sweet. Delightful.
The atmosphere is cool. Very sterile but chic. They always have something playing on the record player. They also have a really neat philosophy and mission behind their business. More reason to come!

I’ve become a bigger coffee fan over the past two years, so when Roosevelt and Café Brioso opens spots right near me (and across the street from each other) I had to go check them out. I was originally going to go to Café Brioso, but after reading and hearing some things about the pretentious atmosphere, I really didn’t even want to take the risk of dealing with that this morning.
And let me say, I’m really glad we went to Roosevelt, because everything about it was so great and inviting and warm. The staff is really nice, and the owner is really funny and up at the front chatting with people. The huge open windows looking out onto Long Street are really neat, and there’s a whole bunch of space and tables for people to work and mingle. It was pretty full, however, on a Saturday morning, so you may want to get their early or go at off times if you’re looking to get a spot.
While Brioso roasts their own coffee, Roosevelt was serving One Line, which is one of my favorite coffee places in town, so I was digging that. Even better was the house made giant donuts that they had, and if there’s a donut around that I’ve never tried, you can bet I’m ordering it. It was coated in cinnamon sugar, and I honestly forget what else was on it but will update when I go back. Absolutely delicious and not too too filling.
I’m really glad these guys popped up on this end of Long St. with all the new apartments and condos being built. They’re serving some great coffee and baked goods, and it should be a nice jumpstart for other businesses to check out the area.

I love coffee houses, they are basically my favorite thing:) This place was awesome! The coffee was delicious and the environment was really open and spacious. I feel like a lot of the time if you want to go sit and chat or study, you end up in a crammed space and annoyed. Not here. There are tons of Windows really big tables (perfect for spreading out your books and lap top) a front, back and upstairs.
The owner actually took our order and gave my boyfriend some tips/​information on the different coffees so he could figure out what he would like best. Parking may be the only downside here, but we were able to find a meter fairly quickly.
I would highly recommend The Roosevelt to anyone looking for some delicious coffee or needing a nice, bright and comfortable place to study.

Despite being too far from my place to visit on foot, I can see myself becoming a regular here. Let’s start with the fact that they serve Cherbourg pastries!!! MY FAVORITE BAKERY!!! The space is huge and there are plenty of great tables. The workers all appear to wear red flannel shirts and that’s kind of fun. Maybe they’re just hipster serpicos but I’m not mad about it. The drinks are great and they have a wide variety to choose from. Check it out!!!

I’ve visited Roosevelt Coffee a few times, and I’m confident giving them five stars. Firstly, their product is high-​quality coffee. Secondly, their location is convenient and relevant. Additionally, they have a mission and serve a greater purpose.
On each of my visits I purchased different items, including pastries. Each time I’d rate the drinks ⁵⁄₅ stars. They serve great coffee, and for a coffeehouse that is priority number one. At least some of their pastries come from Cherbourg in Bexley, which I love. «The Roosevelt» donut was everything I wanted it to be — not too sweet, cakey, and it paired well with coffee.
They are located on Long St near CSCC, and right across from the new Normandy apartments. This will be a hot spot in a few years (it kinda already is). The interior is open, clean, and friendly. This is a great place to have a coffee date (just ask my wife!). I also like their proximity to Faith homeless shelter — it brings the reality of their mission to the forefront.
If Roosevelt didn’t have a mission, if I had ended the review above, it would still be five stars. This is extra. When you dedicate your business to fighting hunger, unclean drinking water, and human trafficking, you must be passionate — more than just about coffee. Being next to the shelter brings to light the inequalities in the world. It interrupts our daily cycle to remind us how fortunate we are, and to ask us to help those who need it most.
Help yourself to some good coffee, and help some others while you’re at it.

Great place to hangout!
Otherwise, nothing too special here. It’s on the outskirts of downtown (great if you go to Cbus State). Prices are average and service is friendly. They have mostly drinks and a few side pastries.
The two best things about this are that the seating layout is comfortable and it’s a nice atmosphere to chill. Additionally, they donate to multiple good causes.
If your coming from the east to downtown or go to Cbus State, I’d definitely swing by. Go support them!

Things I enjoyed in no particular order:
The building.
The vinyl player and records, of your choosing.
The black coffee.
The atmosphere.
The employees.
The street view.
The neighborhood diversity.
Things I didnt enjoy: n/​a

If I ever have to argue to my New York counterparts that Columbus is a great city, I’ll just take them to The Roosevelt Coffeehouse. It makes my case for me.
Since that scenario hopefully won’t play out any time soon, the following is my open letter to New Yorkers, past and present, who find themselves in Cbus:
«Dear Fellow New Yorkers,
Welcome to Columbus!
We’re excited to have you join us. With so much to see, hear, and do, we’ve taken the liberty of finding the perfect destination for you to learn more about our great city: The Roosevelt Coffeehouse.
Smell that? It’s fresh air, mixed with freshly brewed coffee beans from Uganda. Get used to both.
Hear that? That’s the sounds of real birds outside of The Roosevelt’s big windows. Please note: they’re not for eating and serve of no value other than aesthetic, so please refrain from any interaction.
See that? That’s The Roosevelt’s team of friendly baristas. If approached by one of them, you may be asked a question such as „how is your day going?“ or „do you have any plans for the weekend?“. These questions have no hidden agenda. The baristas are asking out of something called, ‘genuine kindness’. At first, this may seem confusing. Nevertheless, rest assured, their intentions are pure. Thus, please feel free to share as much or as little personal information as you wish.
Yes, The Roosevelt has free wifi, and something else called, ‘free workspace’, which is essentially office space that you can sit and work in during The Roosevelt’s hours of operation without having to pay an additional fee. I know; it’s a novel concept.
For any questions, please refer to either myself or anyone behind The Roosevelt’s counter.
Enjoy your stay!
Sincerely,
Malcolm K.»
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This place is a great coffehouse located a few blocks west of Columbus State’s campus and the first impression it made with me was great. The coffeshop is well laid out and has a few outdoor tables, a table to yourself besides the windows facing long st is the best. They have vinyl records playing music throughout the day and the music was cool and relaxing while I read my book.
I noticed from their products that they source from one line coffee, their own beans, and I believe they also bring in from Stumptown Coffee. They had donuts in from Destination Donuts and the one donut that is made special for this shop was delicious.
If I’m in that part of town during the morning I definitely recommend it to anyone to sit down and slowly enjoy your cup of coffee. Also feel good by knowing that the shop is supporting numerous good causes

I would describe The Roosevelt as «hip coffee join with a soul.»
This was my last stop on the Columbus Coffee Experience and I definitely saved the best for last (tough competition). First off, the space is big and beautiful! There is plenty of space for everyone with options that range for large four tops/​two tops, bar space, and they even allow you to take advantage of their boardroom space in the back!
The coffee is excellent and well made. Stumptown on tap is a dream come true! Even the iced lattes, which I am not usually interested in, looked super tasty and came in cute little mason jars. The staff was friendly and even brought my coffee to me after I sat down.
What makes this place tops is the heart of it all. I like that The Roosevelt is off the beaten path, especially since when You walk in and you see and chat with actual community members enjoying a cup of coffee. I really appreciate the humanitarian stance this business takes, and I think it is felt by all those around. It’s very easy to push others aside all in the name of «betterment.» So grateful to see this is not the case with The Roosevelt.