Oca Mocha

I was in the area and Yelp let me know that this was nearby, I'm always up for coffee and food so why not? I nearly drove by it, I went at about 11a on Monday and there wasn't much street parking. There is a parking lot right next to it....but I'm thinking you're not supposed to park there.Anywho, once inside, it is a pretty large space with tables, what looked like a community space and plenty of spaces for folks that may want to study.The menu had a nice selection and the prices were reasonable IMHO. I got the iced mocha and an everything bagel with loc and cream cheese.The mocha, I LOVED the spice from the cinnamon was a true winner for me. The bagel was fresh and there was a good ratio of loc and all the fixings spread throughout. The staff were super kind and everything was made quickly and correctly. When I'm in the area, I'll stop by.

Located in Arbutus, this cafe is a great spot for students to study and hang around. Very close to the UMBC campus. The food was decent, but a little on the pricier side. Drinks were also decent. Their signature mocha had a cinnamon blend which I was unaware of and didn't care for.The cashier and barista were on the younger side. Not sure if they were college students, but they were friendly and efficient!Like mentioned, this place is in a good location near UMBC campus. Lots of tables for studying or working.

I was in the area for work and looking to grab coffee before my meeting and came across this place. It's a cute little shop with easy to find parking. The staff were nice enough, my latte was a little too sweet but otherwise it was good.

I stopped here to find something for lunch (and a little treat to take home too). I was in a rush so I got everything to-go, but the place was pretty packed. I'm not sure if I would've been able to even find a seat if I wanted to stay. It definitely seems like a hotspot for UMBC students - most booths were filled up with people camping out on their laptops, and the campus is super close by. I decided on their signature drink, named the Oca Mocha after the cafe itself, and it was DELICIOUS!! So sweet and chocolatey, but it was also very rich.I also ordered the avocado toast, which was pretty average. I liked the seasoning on it and the bread (a huge slice!), but I think the avocado was just a tad underripe for my liking.I also tried their berry (?) scone. I question whether or not it was berry because I think that is what I was told it was, but couldn't find the berries in it. It was also very very dry, and not very sweet at all. I've had good luck so far on my scone-trying adventures, but this was the first true disappointment I've had. I think if it had more berries, it would have been much much better overall. I'd like to go back here to try some of the other pastries they have in an attempt at redemption for the scone. I would also go back just for the Oca Mocha alone, so I definitely think another visit is in my future.

Parking was a little weird as there is a lot next to the strip mall however you cannot park there as it is bank parking only. No worries, I was easily able to get a spot on the street. I ordered their signature drink frozen and it was a chocolate delight. They also offer many food options however I did not try them this visit. My companion had the pine needle tea and enjoyed it as well. I thought the pine needle tea was an interesting option. The service was kind and mostly customer friendly. The person at the register took abt 5 minutes to take my order as they were doing something with the register. I wasn't in a hurry so not a deal breaker. The space is open and modern with a lot of art work for sale. Many different size tables as well so great for large or small groups. Also a very good relaxed atmosphere for working if you work from home and want to get out of the house. I'll definitely check it out again and you should too.

This is a lovely spot to catch up with friends or get homework done in a cozy environment. The service is fast, the staff are friendly and helpful. I love supporting this coffee shop that is run by UMBC alumni and students! Today I got a delicious vegan breakfast sandwich, it hit the spot to be nutritionally filled and get to work! The interior has spacious booth seating and some tables and chairs. Sometimes the music can get loud, but if you are seated further away from the speakers, you should be fine. The cafe also has some boardgames to accompany your visit. In the back of the cafe, there is a large community meeting space, perfect for hosting larger private events. The restrooms are clean and organized and there are plenty of parking options available via street parking or the adjacent parking lot.

Bagel was decent but the avocado didn't taste fresh and they added a little too much. The matcha was good. The pastry was fine if not a little too sweet

Great little coffee shop! Wandered in looking for a solid cup of coffee and breakfast and found both. Very community oriented so not your chain place. There is outside seating for nicer days.

Food and drinks are pretty alright, but it's wild to me that they open at 8am. This is a coffee place primarily, right?

This is one of my favorite local coffee spots. The hours mean I can't stop by before work as much, but I always am happy to get my usual which is a lavender latte, and I'm a very big fan of their syrups used. The seasonal menu is always well thought out!