I’ve been going to Fuel for years and have always had exceptional service. The atmosphere is warm and inviting and clean. The staff has always been professional. There’s a consistency to the food and drinks which is important to me. The zucchini bread and the peppermint bark are a couple of my favorites. I love that Fuel is locally owned and operated. The owner Colleen is an extremely caring and hard working business owner who always takes the time to chat with me for a minute even when she’s busy. Love Fuel! ❤️

I love the coffee, food, and decor here. The manager (or owner?) is very gregarious and helpful toward all the customers. However, my heart breaks for the way she treats her employees/coworkers. It appears she micromanages, belittles, and demeans them and has very little patience. It hurts to watch! I see you, employees. And you are awesome. 💕

*review for their new location*A quint coffee shop not too far from downtown! The staff was friendly and the atmosphere is rustic and a quality coffee shop! Parking is a bit different (no lot, street) and didnt seem too busy. Go check them out!

Literally the best coffee out there! Been going to Fuel since it first opened and I have zero complaints. Colleen has done such an awesome job at connecting the community through coffee and an inviting atmosphere! The food is killer too, try the muffin espresso cups, french toast, grilled cheese and breakfast burrito!

Outstanding locally roasted coffee, creative and healthy food, and a really great vibe. It’s so refreshing to find a coffee shop that’s not trying to imitate a franchise. This is my favorite place to get coffee.

A great atmosphere and an incredible owner who takes pride in serving the community, engages customers staff and everyone she crosses paths with! The menu offers something for everyone and the coffee is second to none! Keeping it real at fuel both East and west!

Fuel at Five Points is absolutely my favorite coffee shop on the greater Lafayette area. They have really great coffee & iced tea. Lavender & honey latte is the best! The service was quick and friendly, & the staff is very patient & helpful.**A very special Thank You to Coleen for her kindness and compassion when I came in during an especially difficult point in my life.

Very cool atmosphere and work environment. The coffee options were also very well rounded. I had an iced Americano and the espresso quality was quite good

Made a quick stop to buy a bag of their excellent coffee beans. Best beans in the area if you grind your own at home. Was in and out in 2 minutes.First time inside the new 5 Points location. Much nicer and roomier than Main & 10th.

Such a cute place and the coffee is amazing! I want to make this my new go to coffee shop!!

Excellent quality. I had an oatmilk latte, and the flavor of the espresso was not comparable in this town. So delicious. Very cute local coffee shop tucked away in a neighborhood. Almost didnt want to post to keep it a secret!

Quaint quiet little place with some amazing coffee and creative tasty treats

I stop here most days for coffee. Friendly service, and great coffee keeps me coming back often!

People are always wonderful. The coffee is always amazing. Personally, I really like their bulletproof coffee

I used to love Fuel and was so excited when they opened up the Five Points location as it’s closer to where I live. The atmosphere is cute and the employees are mostly all nice and helpful. But the last few times I’ve been here, I’ve noticed a serious decline in quality. Everything seems rushed, but still takes ages to make. Even when it’s just a small latte. I’m also pretty bummed that they seem to be cutting their hours more and more so it’s not even worth it to go unless I want to rush over during my lunch break, and at that point, there are closer coffee shops. Really disappointing.

Their new location is seriously amazing! Incredible food, great coffee, kind staff, and a cozy atmosphere. If I could rate them higher than 5 stars I would! Will definitely be back!

Best coffee shop in town with the best staff and owner!!!

Great place, friendly people. Love their ☕and pancake 🥞

Food was so yummy it got gobbled up before I could snap a pic. Coffee was tasty too. 😋

I drove past this business today, as I do every day, and did not stop.There are at least a half dozen other coffee shops within approximately one mile radius and those will get my business.I have never experienced such rudeness, incompetence, and aggressively entitled attitude as I did from the employees of this business.They failed to be able to answer the phone and take a SIMPLE phone order, they failed to address their own confusion and incompetence, and, in the end, they failed to actually make two drinks properly.They did argue, insult, and berate..Let me be clear... this owner has decided to turn their business over to a little team of poorly trained and incompetent almost high school children with ZERO customer service skills - even down to being able to answer the phone, take an order, and make a cup of coffee.I had been here twice and enjoyed my coffee and the staff, but today was an unbelievable contrast to my previous visits.I wont be back, I wont recommend, and I will delight in telling my story of my horrible and borderline abusive experience in simply trying to get 2 cups of coffee from this horribly managed business.Answer your phone, take an order, make the coffee. Oh, be nice.Its really not typically that complicated. NONE of that happened with my experience here.

Parking is tight because it is a downtown location its very welcoming and the coffee is good.

Wife and loved it! Will return.

New location has a great atmosphere, and they make my favorite London Fog!

My hot chocolate was sooo spicy.

My favorite local coffee shop! Great warm and inviting atmosphere! Staff is always welcoming and accommodating! Also a great menu for a coffee shop. Anything from bakery items, quiches, to paninis and great desserts. . especially the creme brulee. Fuel never disappoints!

Best Cafe in the Lafayette area - great coffee and even better food

A few vegetarian options, interesting house drinks and some local jewelry.

The food was delicious! I ordered blueberry pancakes, and it came with egg and fruit. And the coffee was fresh, made to order, and they have creative concoctions. They have wifi and a place for kids to play. Great little place to come work and drink coffee on a lazy day. I will be back many more times I am sure.

Cozy, traditional vibe.

Good food, great coffee, colourful little place, and very nice folks for a more than reasonable price. Surprised, but very delighted to find something like this in Lafayette.

Really nice place from the inside out. Never thought Id like Banana flavor in coffee but try the banana foster white espresso latte to change your mind.

Delicious food and great coffee. I haven’t been able to visit much during the pandemic, but I’ve never had a bad experience here.

Tried the banana fosters. Tasty coffee!

Love it! Perfect downtown coffee shop great food, always friendly service, and amazing coffee! Even has a kids area with toys! Parents can breathe for a second and enjoy their coffee without having to worry about keeping the kids busy!

Always great coffee. Cool vibe. Yummy food.

I order quiche and a chai & the chai is lovely- tastes like Im drinking a spiced cloud. Theres toys for the kids in the back, a changing table in the bathroom, and people of all ages sitting here. Friendly staff.Can get a little chilly in winter because its hard to escape from the door opening & closing. (So bring a coat!)

Wish I could give no Stars. Workers were rude and very unprofessional

Super friendly staff and really tasty food and drinks

Good coffee in a great setting.

Superlative brown sugar iced latte (Dirty Ivan). Best place in town for cold brew without a doubt. Owner is local and treats her people well. Give them your money!

Good food and calm

First time Ive been there had to wait for a couple of minutes for my breakfast, and the manager Thomas brought me a free coffee card as an apologies, saying that This is not our usual. Im a regular ever since.The staff is always nice in a cozy environment. Weekends are usually more hectic, but during the week is a great place to do work or simply chill.

Great coffee shop with delicious food!

Hands down the best coffee shop in town. Great atmosphere. Almost always busy, but always just manage to find a table. The whole staff is awesome -- and theyve got some pretty good food, too!

It was worth the wait, Colleen is a wizard, a wonderful establishment.

Get the pancakes, outstanding

This is probably one of the top 2 places in Lafayette to get a good cup of coffee. I haven’t eaten much of their food, but what I have had was delicious. In the summer their iced coffee is great and in the winter all their blends have a place in my day. In the winter the coveted fireplace table is nice and warm and as good a place as any in town to do work or read a book.

They have excellent drinks here. Im often torn between Fuel and Star City when I want a coffee. Fuel has excellent beverages and food for the pricing. Definitely try the Dirty Ivan or the Fuel Jack. I come here often, but its hard to find seating sometimes due to its popularity.

Best locally owned place for a vegetarian or omnivore to grab a bite and get jacked on caffeine. Watched the owner help an older indigent out with a coffee, zucchini bread, and a ride today. Fuel cares about this community and it shows. They can have my money anytime i have a few bucks to spare. Respect.

Hands down best pancakes in Lafayette. If you havent gotten them yet and youre a pancake lover get downtown and try them! Their coffee is really good as well. Always love coming down for a classic Iced Americano.

The Fuel Jack is to die for! Great downtown vibe and there is a small area to keep little kids entertained/out of trouble plus a good sized unisex bathroom with a spacious changing table (and stool under the sink for the kids)!Family friendly with quirky signage and excellent customer care.

Great place to stop and get some coffee. They do a very good job with their drinks and I believe they also roast their own beans. Seating space is a little limited inside, but I guess that makes it always feel busy. One of the best parts is that they have a small area for children to play (complete with toys / books / coloring supplies). They even have complimentary Gold Fish pouches for the littles. My 3 year old even asks to go down to the coffee shop sometimes because she likes it so much there.

Its always a pleasure to stop into Fuel for a cup of coffee when Im downtown. Downtown Lafayette has a plethora of coffee shops and this one is excellent. Definitely a place to come and enjoy a casual cup of coffee while reading a book or even working.Standard coffee house fare for the most part, a few speciality drinks and a decent little food menu.

The staff is nice and they have good coffee and espresso. In the summer I really like their cold brew coffee. There is a corner where little ones can play and they have board games. We sat there and talked and played battleship. It isnt too hard to find parking either since it is at the end of the main street businesses. I am sure I will be back again as it is way better than Starbucks.

A great atmosphere to meet and talk, work or relax. The staff was very kind helpful. Coffee was excellent

It was about 40 minutes from closing time when I went so I understand if its the end of a shift and employees are getting tired or something but the guy at the counter did not greet anyone as they walked in, just kind of stares at you until you order, so its a bit unwelcoming. Ordered a latte, it came out pretty quick but the quality was mediocre at best. Decor is tacky and feels kind of awkwardly pieced together.For a quick cup of coffee or something to eat its alright, but personally I dont think Ill visit again

Come here every Saturday morning to work. Beautiful space with lots of light. Excellent coffee selections (both regular and specialty drinks). Also, for a treat, try one of their muffins (typically four kinds are offered, and you cant go wrong) - ask for it warmed up, with butter. 👌

The best cup of coffee in the entire state. Had the hot chocolate today for the first time and I can say with authority that that was the best cup of hot chocolate Ive had in my entire life. There is no way to go wrong with Fuel. Everything I have had has been flawless.

As a downtown local, this is my favorite place to grab coffee. Not only do I love the quality of coffee and service, but I also admire how Fuel promotes a sense of community in Lafayette. The atmosphere is welcoming and non-pretentious, perfect for studying or chatting with a friend.

Came here twice, on consecutive days. Such good honest and local coffee. The atmosphere is exceptional, the coffee delicious, and the people downright interesting. I wish I lived closer so I could come more often.

I decided to try Fuel for the first time and found it to be a wonderful local coffee shop! Outstanding service with my Dirty Ivan and cinnamon roll starting my Sunday morning just right. I will be back 😍

Cute coffee shop

Great coffee. Prices are slightly high, but the quality of food and drink are on par. Quiet attractive interior. Free WiFi, nice staff, good vegetarian options. All around great local coffee shop.

A great place for a short morning meet-up. K Dees brings back the sense of community you want in a historic downtown district. The friendly staff, great menu and appealing local art on the walls all work together for a great atmosphere. Definitely an asset to Lafayette. Had a great time there and will be back.

I met a friend here. They recommended the place and I had never been. Im now a fan! What a great little shop! I will definitely be back.

Great coffee, super friendly. My first stop of every day.

I love this place for breakfast. Great coffee selection and great breakfast sandwich. Cozy atmosphere, very friendly staff. Definitely check this place out.

Very nice staff, helpful and friendly. Coffee is always tasty, and atmosphere is laid back and relaxed. Love it here!

Amazing hang-out and meeting place (one on ones) in downtown Lafayette. I always order the same thing, but the smoked salmon and cream cheese on bagel is great along their specialty drink: Fuel Jack (I get mine iced).

This place is fantastic. We love the toy corner, the strong coffee, the food, and of course the staff! Great place for all ages.

I loved the Bananas Foster coffee! Cool vibes, friendly service.

Everything here is delicious, but my favorite is the dirty chai. They make it better than anyone else in town! The staff are always friendly and helpful, and I dont feel judged for my drink choice, like in a certain other coffee shop downtown.

This is my favorite coffee shop in Lafayette/West Lafayette. The coffee is great, the people are friendly, and the food is surprisingly good - some of the best breakfast in town. If youre wanting to study here, it can be hit or miss on weekends because it gets pretty busy, but during the week you can usually find a spot.

Fuel has proved itself to be a fine place to unwind and enjoy good coffee. I visited the location around 1230 on a Wednesday. The interior decor allows an individual to relax, and the soft music was calming to me, an otherwise hypersensitive to items x, y, and z individual. I would recommend it, and will likely visit again soon.

The food was OK, the staff was courteous. Big problem.... they dont have a working lock on their bathroom door and apparently this is funny to them? Something here is up. I know because my private business became completely public as the bathroom door faces the entire shop and a young lady walked in right as I was doing some paper work. She and I were both mortified. I went to the counter and told the guy that the lock appears to work but people can walk in anyway. He said Yeah... I know... were working on it. Really? Im still here, and in the last 30 minutes several other people have been walked in on and they still wont even put a sign on the friggin door (which is still not enough). How is this Working on it? I guess this place is OK if you want to pay 10 bucks for a BLT with some avocado and a coffee and you dont mind people watching you poop.

Coffee is amazing!! This is a small local place that is frequented by locals. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food is good- Ive only had a bagel. However, I am looking forward to their coffe cake muffin. I am in love with their Fuel Jack and the Dirty Ivan is good. I just wish I lived closer so I could go every day.

Great coffee and people, just a little to pricey for my taste.

If youre the type to get anything, get the fuel jack. Best item on the menu. Its my weekly. Chocolatey, spicy staple. The staff are all super friendly too.

Love this place. Great atmosphere and food. The White Ghoulia is delightful.

Wonderful staff and fabulous owner. This is the kind of place people get to be weird! Always selling adorable local items from shops within Lafayette.

Staff was very kind and helpful. Answered all of my questions. Service is quick and coffee is delish!

Great coffee, breakfast burrito is fantastic and just a nice place to meet with friends

What is there to say that isnt obvious or has been said already? Fuel is hands down the best coffee joint in tippecanoe county. I of course get the Dirty Ivan, thanks for remembering that Colleen, because it is The BEST coffee drink Ive ever had and I consider myself a JOE JUNKIE... Fuel is great!!

Top quality coffee. Comfy atmosphere. Great service.

My favorite coffee shop. Their customer service is friendly and the drinks/food are great!

Fuel is a tremendous community driven coffee shop, knowledgeable and kind staff in addition to their top tier beans are just 2 of the many wonderful parts that make this place so special

In town and working from here. Great tea selection, 12 types, Im a tea guy. Sandwiches, soup, quiche, etc. to eat. Great staff. This is a popular place.

Favorite coffee shop in town and I dont even drink coffee ;) They have the best hot chocolate around though and its a great place to get some work done or meet a friend. Their food is great too...you have to try the breakfast burrito!!!

Delicious coffee, artisan menu, very comfortable atmosphere. Staff are highly personable and incredibly efficient.This should be a daily stop for everyone!

I love the environment here and all of the people who work here are super awesome! This is my favorite coffee shop. All the drinks are great, but the Dirty Ivan and the Julia Ghoulia are absolutely fantastic!

I love Colleen and her crew. The space makes me feel at home and arround friend.

This is one of the best coffee shops in Lafayette! The staff is always kind and always remembers what your favorite drinks are. If there is ever a day when youre not sure, they are great at giving suggestions too!

Loved the coffee! The food was perfect

The food and coffees are really good. The service is wonderful. Page, one of the employees whose name I probably didnt spell correctly, took the time to explain menu items for me since they didnt have a braille menu. The place was busy so I especially appreciated her taaaakiiinnng the time to help. If you are a person with a disability, you will find their website inaccessible. I notified them today and look forward to some changes soon. If you use a wheelchair, there is a sign on Fuels door that instructs you to dial a number to speak to someone inside who will direct you to their wheelchair accessible entrance.

Came in with a friend today. The young lady working there ignored me several times and after taking my order ignored me again as I waited for my bagel. She was not busy. When she finally gave me the bagel it was cold. This was embarrassing and my friend apologized and said we wont come here next time.

Great place to grab a warm drink and eat breakfast. Did I mention their breakfast are incredible; especially, the egg sandwich and pancakes.

Best coffee shop in town. Staff is great. Did like their old digs a little better but still a comfortable place

Incredible pancakes!! The Fuel Jack was almost chewy, which was a surprisingly good quality. Will definitely be back!

I love the ambiance and the chai tea lattes. I made sure to take the whole family here for a light lunch.

Awesome customer service and really connected to the community. They roast locally and rotate stock frequently so you can always have excellent, fresh coffee. I love small shops like these with staff who care about you and want to help YOU, unlike bigger chains that approach business and customers with the same cookie cutter approach. It may not be as fast, or at times convenient, as a drive thru window, but the service and product are worth the extra time and effort on your part.