I’m a cappuccino kinda guy. So, when traveling to new towns, especially in the PNW where the crunchy culture takes its coffee tradecraft peacefully serious, I will often make my first go-sees to the highest starred shops.
Assuming a generally fair-priced playing field amongst boutique coffee shops, often my first appraisal will be the price fetched for a cappy. At $5.50, Noble’s price suggested they were hella proud of that offering.
I tend to like spending my time waiting for my coffee drink, being a good student of my Barista’s technique and observing the bravura they bring to the pulling process. I was tickled by what I saw. Such facility, such fluidity. On a brief inventory of the love baked into this cup, my outlook was high-order.
At first sip, the creamy, nutty notes, which fired on all cylinders, went straight to my bean brain. The way only such caramelized nectar, rendered under high pressure extraction can. And by baristas who are not only proud masters of their craft, but a credit to their profession.
The body, bouquet, and tongue bath of this cappuccino was not only an achievement but a real arrival point for me….as I realized that this might very well be the best cup outside of Italy, that I’ve ever in my life had.
Lingering in my head long after the last drop, I became paralyzed when it came time to re-enter the expressway and I turned to my wife and said, “I dunno when I’m gonna be back Ashland and if I get hit by a bus tomorrow, I’ll go to afterlife in a bad mood for not savoring that experience one more time.”
So I did it. I turned that car about-face for another round of bliss. Oh, and to bookend this glowing review, lemme say that while I may first have winced at the cost as being somewhat spendy for a cappuccino, I now know that nirvana can be had for the bargain price of $5.50. One that I look eagerly forward to again tendering….if I can stay outta the way of that bus.😂
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Spacious cafe with high ceilings and a relaxing ambiance. Great for working on your laptop, reading a book alone or socializing with some friends. Staff are very kind. Didn’t get a chance to try any of the pastries but would definitely love to come back. The chai was amazing!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
I moved to Ashland a few months ago and while I enjoy all the cafés, Noble is my fave. It’s a beautiful space, the baristas are awesome and they make me a perfect half-caf cappuccino. A daily perk!
I love how they explain the espresso choices but never in a condescending way. My favorite is a cappuccino with their more floral espresso, but I've never had a bad drink here.
Service
Take out
Price per person
$1–10
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Fantastic third wave quality coffee - must stop for any coffee enthusiast!
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Mocha Latte
