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Caffeine Dreams
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- Hours:
Mon-Thu. 6:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Fri. 6:30 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Sat. 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
9 reviews for Caffeine Dreams
I'm a graduate student at UNMC and Caffeine Dreams is probably the most convenient place to study anywhere near campus. I always like chatting it up with whomever is working and they tend to play a mix of music that's definitely my style. It can be a bit noisy at times, but that's why iPods were invented, right?
I had to dock Caffeine Dreams one star because I think at times their brewed coffee can be a bit weak. Not everyone has to bring the hyper-caffeinated overdose like Starbucks, but I don't ever like to think my coffee is "kind of watery".
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I met a friend here and was pleasantly surprised by the cappuccino I enjoyed, although they did not have whole milk, only 2% and nonfat. I don't know if this is standard or they were just out (it was a Sunday); what kind of coffeeshop doesn't have whole milk? It makes the best foam!
But my drink was good (better than the one I had at Blue Line) and the scone, although not at all shaped like a proper scone, tasted great.
The space is misleadingly small, for all that the high ceilings make it feel really big. There are not that many tables. The art on the walls is neato. We were there to talk (quietly!) and kept getting looks from Laptop People; at times, despite every table being full, our voices were the only ones. Everyone else was plugged in. Not really a jolly sort of place, but perhaps everyone was finishing term papers or something.
The staff were friendly--I'd go back.
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Nice spot in a somewhat random location. The building and patio are both awesome while beverages and treats are both more on the 'average' level. Go for the atmosphere and chai. The fruit tarts are pretty good too.
Caffeine Dreams has a great environment.
I haven't tried the coffee everyone keeps saying is awful, because I drink tea. And their Chai Tea (Iced or Latte) is delicious.
I used to study there, and I love the set-up. If you need a study break they have great games: Connect Four, Who's Who, etc. You get the gist.
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Been here a few times to meet up with friends. The coffee is OK, sometimes the drinks come out tasting a little burnt. The atmosphere is sometimes a little distracting when a younger crowd rolls in. Overhearing other people's drama while I'm having a quiet conversation in the corner is not my idea of a coffee house experience.
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I think the clientele that frequents this place thinks it is a library. The crowd is basically a college age crowd, all with their earbuds in, typing on their laptops. God forbid, that you might want to converse with someone. Dirty looks from every direction.
I like the atmosphere. My mocha was fine. THe cookie I got was great. I usually had only gotten coffee. When I went in yesterday, i had my daugher. She had a wonderful piece of raspberry chocolate torte that was very very rich. SHe said the hot chocolate was bad but--she is only 5.
Service was friendly although when I asked for a napkin, the server seemed very confused. She asked if I could use a paper towel instead....alright...no problem.
I hope the table hogs who throw around the dirty looks drink alot of coffee.
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Caffeine Dreams definitely has the cool factor on high, and though the coffee isn't so good (the reason the coffee there isn't so good is because they roast beans that aren't so good), it's a great place to relax and chat. The staff are really nice, with the exception of the manager, whose name eludes me now. Sold me some "baggy" beans and then tried to tell me that I screwed up the roast. I'm an experienced home roaster, and I know all too well the difference between crappy beans and a screwed-up roast, as I've done both. On top of it all, he totally blew a gasket as I explained the problem to him, and what was probably worse still, is that he didn't even understand the language of roasting. If you're going to manage a coffee shop, know your product. I am an ass, but this guy out assed me in a big way.
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The coffee at Caffeine Dreams is terrible. It is roasted terribly and always tastes burnt: both drip coffee and espresso. However, they have great brownies and vegan desserts. The staff is a quirky bunch, and are very friendly. It's one of the best places in town to chill and/or study. Even if annoying church groups meet here, they still have a really interesting crowd and great music. Sometimes it's hard to get a seat, and some of the tables are wobbly, but it's fantastic to sit outside in the summer. They have a deck out back away from the traffic and noise. 'Tis very nice. Seek it out.
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I can't vouch for the coffee (cuz' I don't drink it), but this is an awesome coffee shop. It's in a small old brick building with brick-exposed walls. The whole interior feels very warm, which is nice on a cold Omaha day, but when the weather is nice, there's a great outdoor patio in back. The sandwiches are pretty good, too. There is usually art by local artists on the walls and occasionally there's live music.
