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Donkey Coffee & Espresso

4.8

About this business

Donkey Coffee and Espresso opened its doors in 2002 and is the among the best coffeehouses in town. The awards are a testimony to that. It is the brainchild of couple, Chris and Angie Pyle. Athens is a university town and its no surprise if you find a flock of students and faculty members in this quirkily charming cafe. This bi-level establishment with its vibrant colors, local wall art and cozy couches make it look warm and inviting. It is also a performance space with regular poetry slams, comedy nights and live music. The... read more

Location details

17 W Washington St, Athens, OH, 45701, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.81,472 reviews
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Redmond MacHeath 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Best coffee place anywhere. Wonderful ambience. Great baristas. 

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Sandra Howell 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Great atmosphere, friendly baristas, nice variety of upholstered furniture, tables and chairs. 

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Ted Wood 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Great coffee- took a bag of it home! 

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Rodney Pullins 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Love this place, always have. Seeing all the students reminds me of my days at Ou! 

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Samuel Woolverton 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Coffee was great, the staff were friendly, and the atmosphere was so calm and enjoyable! 

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Brian Pennington 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Best coffee in Ohio. I make a point every time we come through to stop by. 

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Tracy Batronis 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Wow!! Great atmosphere and best coffee ever!! Love it here and I am envious of those who live nearby to it!! Awesome place, with an upstairs patio. Love the back room and each table is different, place for bands, and a piano. Great old jukebox Wurlitzer & an old radio 📻 with a turntable. Beautiful art and amazing place & the coffee is too!! Nice 

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Chris Brabander 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

great coffee, great atmosphere. always a go to place whenever I'm in athens 

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Jason Ball 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

My favorite breakfast is from DC; the iced spiced chai with oat milk and a blueberry muffin. 

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How is Donkey Coffee & Espresso rated?

Donkey Coffee & Espresso has a 4.8 star rating with 1,472 reviews. 

When is Donkey Coffee & Espresso open?

Donkey Coffee & Espresso is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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