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John Snider
4 months ago
Olivia is awesome! We ordered 20 drinks for a company meeting and they crushed it! Helped me individually label and transport to car. Great coffee and great service! 💯
Common Grounds Woodway
4.5(406)Coffee Shop$
About Common Grounds Woodway
Common Grounds Woodway brings a welcoming coffee shop experience to the Woodway area of greater Waco, situated conveniently along Woodway Drive. Holding an impressive 4.5-star rating from over 400 Google reviews, this budget-friendly destination provides a relaxed setting where guests can start their day or take a midday break. The shop accommodates a variety of daily routines with dine-in, takeout, and delivery services, offering selections for both breakfast and lunch.
Patrons consistently praise the flavor and quality of the brew, alongside the friendly, accommodating team behind the counter. Reviewers specifically commend attentive staff members like Eli and Olivia for their standout service, noting how workers happily assist with large tasks, such as individually labeling and carrying a twenty-drink office order out to a vehicle. While an occasional visitor notes minor issues with cup lids and straws, the overall atmosphere, flavorful coffee, and dedicated hospitality make it a dependable stop for local residents.
Highlights
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Reviews
5.0
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Corey Spicer
6 months ago
I came for the pizza next door, but I stayed for the "magic." Common Grounds in Waco is a gem, specifically because of a barista named Eli. I wasn’t even planning on buying coffee, but the atmosphere pulled me in. I can honestly say Eli might be the best barista in Texas. The quality of the brew was incredible—perfectly balanced and clearly made by someone who knows their craft. It was so good that I’ve made it my official "Adult Side Quest" to come back here whenever I’m in town. To the Owners: Eli is a massive asset to your team. His service was top-tier, and he makes a cup of coffee that actually lives up to the hype. 100% real experience here—check my other reviews if you doubt the 10/10 rating. Pro-Tip for Travelers: If you see Eli behind the counter, ask him for the "Magic Beans." He’ll have no idea what you’re talking about, but trust me, whatever he puts in that cup is pure sorcery.
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Jessica Zacharias
6 months ago
I stopped by today and the coffee itself was really good, great flavor and I would definitely order it again. The only issue I experienced was with the cup and lid. The lid kept popping off while I was holding the drink, and the straw opening wouldn’t puncture with the straw, so the straw kept bending instead. It might just be the type of lids being used, but I wanted to mention it because improving the cup/lid quality would make the overall experience even better. Otherwise, the coffee was great!
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Abbigail Gold
4 months ago
If your looking for actual good coffee this is not the place. The coffee was sooo gross. And I've had gross coffee, this topped it. There was no "amazing tacos" as it was covered with brown parchment paper. There wasn't good customer service. They forgot the other part of my order.
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Carson Kaddatz
4 months ago
Haven't been able to get a rock-n-roll for the past 3 months. Seems to be the most problematic item on the menu. If you can't make it 99% of the time probably just remove it. What makes things worse is that majority of the time they will just give it to you without the energy drink mixed in and not even mention it... Most of the time we visit via drive thru but occasionally we will order on DoorDash- which is a mess every single time. I'm surprised DoorDash still has them listed as a vendor.