What a great coffee shop! Probably one of the best dry cappuccinos I've ever had. Super friendly and skilled barista. Tried the lemon poppy loaf too, which had great flavor. Definitely worth the drive from nearby Charlottesville. Great view of the mountains from the outdoor tables too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Huff
Our favorite coffee shop!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aimee K.
Coffee is special roasted and delicious. Specialty drinks available. Fresh pastries every day. Even live music on Saturdays!
Craig Massie
Crozet has several coffee shops and Mudhouse is one of the best for atmosphere. It has great food options for quick bites (like the breakfast burrito) and the small stage is nice for little events that happen once in a while. It has a great small town feel and gets busy on the weekends.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coffee and Pastries, Quiche
R. Caitlin Gibson Walters
Few places make me feel welcomed to bring my toddler son. I had planned to meet up with a friend at a park, but due to the rain, we chose the indoor amenities of Mudhouse. I was doubtful of how long I could keep my son quiet inside, but to my great gratitude, we found a kids toy box, and the barista Sophie, was beyond delightful, helpful, welcoming and kind. Finally, I felt that there was an environment -despite guests working at separate tables- which was at ease with me bringing my toddler with me. The food is delicious (although I'm sad there were no Powerballs today), and my new favorite drink is the Golden Latte. It was an extra delight to get huge marshmellows in the kids hot chocolate.Thank you for a wonderful and welcoming experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gary Cuccia
Good coffee, nice atmosphere, occasional good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
maria eugenia jimenez
A pleasant place for a coffee on a Sunday
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coffee and Pastries
Joseph Ryan
The last few times my wife and I were at Mudhouse, the staff seemed indifferent at best. For one of the visits, I asked for no foam in my latte and got foam. In another one, I asked for a specific ratio of milk to coffee in my cup and got a confused look from the batista. In both cases, the coffee wasn't that great.A number of years ago we used to visit Mudhouse in Crozet on a regular basis; we really loved coming here. It has become a shadow of its former self. We will likely not be back.For the record, this is not a Mudhouse issue, per se. It's a generational one. For example, we started going to Burger Bach in Short Pump about five years ago and absolutely loved it. Then covid hit and we stopped going for a while. When we went back, the service quality had dropped significantly. Same poor quality service at the Burger Bach in Charlottesville. So we stopped going to both.There is a noticeable lack of desire to provide good quality service in today's younger wait staff, and I don't know how that's going to get fixed. Over and over, they race by your table and don't look over to see if you need anything. It's not a lack of training, it's a lack of desire to serve the customer. It's not everyone and it's not everywhere, but it's definitely the trend my wife and I have been seeing these past few years. How do you fix that?
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Lucy Carter
Great coffee but the staff is incredibly rude. If you ask questions about how many espresso shots or how big a medium vs a large is, you'll receive a glare and a snide comment. I've tried to go to this location several times since it's near my house and I want to support small business but I have interacted with at least 4 different baristas and they've all been apathetic or mean to numerous customers in store.Strange business strategy with other coffee shops nearby and lots of competition in the Charlottesville/Crozet area.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
David B.
I want to like Mudhouse. I really do. And there's a few things to like, to be sure. So, yeah, let's focus on the positives for a moment. Their croissants, are, without doubt, perfectly executed. Every layer of the mille fleur pastry is present and accounted for. Pistachio is my fave, and you can't go wrong with the classic plain. Their coffee is good, tho I do wish they'd sport a dark roast as well as their house blend. The space itself is lovely and well appointed. Little nooks abound to find a seat and poach some wifi if you're in the mood to stay a while. When the weather is fair there's also ample dog-friendly outdoor seating. But then... Service. Ummm. Ok. "Service" is a strong word. Don't get me wrong, I've had a positive customer service experience at Mud House. But sadly it was the exception and not the rule. My last three visits have left me scratching my head at how the same place can feel welcoming on one day and hostile the next. Orders are taken and apparently instantly forgotten, because twice I've paid for a croissant (remember those fabulous layers?!) and had to ask the counter person repeatedly for my pastry (today I was treated to a pretty snarky response and lack of eye contact combo that was black belt level). But look, I'm nothing special. Just a guy spending $10 for a travel mug (16 oz) of coffee and a pastry. There's also some problematic aspects on the food front. Take their egg and cheese breakfast sammy, for example. I think they call it the Megg Ryan. I mean, egg and cheese on an everything bagel *sounds* good until they put said sandwich in a microwave to heat it. What happens to bread in a microwave you ask? Why, it turns gummy and disgusting! So instead of having a nice toasty egg and cheese bagel with contrasting textures and hints of garlic and onion, poppy seeds and rye, you get lava hot cheese, mircrowaved eggs (pro tip: don't microwave eggs) and gummy bread. The resulting mouthfeel is a monotony of squish. I got two bites in and my loving dog got the balance. Good girl. And finally, I think the prices at Mudhouse are a mite high for what you're getting. As I said: a 16oz travel cup and croissant cost me $10. I mean, was I taxed because I have a competing roaster's decal on my Yeti? Price feels more like Tesla Crozet than pickup truck Crozet. That's all imma say. So, yeah. Go here for a decent cuppa and a bangin pastry. Maybe avoid anything bagel until they spring for a toaster/salamander/panino press. And don't be all uppity and expect friendly service.
Wonderful cup of coffee for ny kids and me. Great people, great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coffee and Pastries
Josemartin Ilao
I was just passing through Crozet. I was a charming spot the latte was delicious, the baristas were warm and the shop was festively decorated for the holidays. I'm from a city. This is the hometown vibe that hipster locations desperately try to recreate. Thanks for the hospitality!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christopher Parker
Great coffee shop. Love the bagels and scones as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coffee and Pastries, Bagel
Angela F.
Cozy little coffee shop in the square of Crozet. It feels like the whole town comes out for a cup from here. They have many seasonal l flavors & ample seating. Pastries are delicious as well.
Chris Hill
Used to come here all the time when I lived closer, came back for the first time in awhile. We were the only 2 people there, and she gave me a latte when I ordered a mocha, and put dairy in a dairy alternative drink.
What a great coffee shop! Probably one of the best dry cappuccinos I've ever had. Super friendly and skilled barista. Tried the lemon poppy loaf too, which had great flavor. Definitely worth the drive from nearby Charlottesville. Great view of the mountains from the outdoor tables too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our favorite coffee shop!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Coffee is special roasted and delicious. Specialty drinks available. Fresh pastries every day. Even live music on Saturdays!
Crozet has several coffee shops and Mudhouse is one of the best for atmosphere. It has great food options for quick bites (like the breakfast burrito) and the small stage is nice for little events that happen once in a while. It has a great small town feel and gets busy on the weekends.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coffee and Pastries, Quiche
Few places make me feel welcomed to bring my toddler son. I had planned to meet up with a friend at a park, but due to the rain, we chose the indoor amenities of Mudhouse. I was doubtful of how long I could keep my son quiet inside, but to my great gratitude, we found a kids toy box, and the barista Sophie, was beyond delightful, helpful, welcoming and kind. Finally, I felt that there was an environment -despite guests working at separate tables- which was at ease with me bringing my toddler with me. The food is delicious (although I'm sad there were no Powerballs today), and my new favorite drink is the Golden Latte. It was an extra delight to get huge marshmellows in the kids hot chocolate.Thank you for a wonderful and welcoming experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good coffee, nice atmosphere, occasional good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A pleasant place for a coffee on a Sunday
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coffee and Pastries
The last few times my wife and I were at Mudhouse, the staff seemed indifferent at best. For one of the visits, I asked for no foam in my latte and got foam. In another one, I asked for a specific ratio of milk to coffee in my cup and got a confused look from the batista. In both cases, the coffee wasn't that great.A number of years ago we used to visit Mudhouse in Crozet on a regular basis; we really loved coming here. It has become a shadow of its former self. We will likely not be back.For the record, this is not a Mudhouse issue, per se. It's a generational one. For example, we started going to Burger Bach in Short Pump about five years ago and absolutely loved it. Then covid hit and we stopped going for a while. When we went back, the service quality had dropped significantly. Same poor quality service at the Burger Bach in Charlottesville. So we stopped going to both.There is a noticeable lack of desire to provide good quality service in today's younger wait staff, and I don't know how that's going to get fixed. Over and over, they race by your table and don't look over to see if you need anything. It's not a lack of training, it's a lack of desire to serve the customer. It's not everyone and it's not everywhere, but it's definitely the trend my wife and I have been seeing these past few years. How do you fix that?
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Great coffee but the staff is incredibly rude. If you ask questions about how many espresso shots or how big a medium vs a large is, you'll receive a glare and a snide comment. I've tried to go to this location several times since it's near my house and I want to support small business but I have interacted with at least 4 different baristas and they've all been apathetic or mean to numerous customers in store.Strange business strategy with other coffee shops nearby and lots of competition in the Charlottesville/Crozet area.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
I want to like Mudhouse. I really do. And there's a few things to like, to be sure. So, yeah, let's focus on the positives for a moment. Their croissants, are, without doubt, perfectly executed. Every layer of the mille fleur pastry is present and accounted for. Pistachio is my fave, and you can't go wrong with the classic plain. Their coffee is good, tho I do wish they'd sport a dark roast as well as their house blend. The space itself is lovely and well appointed. Little nooks abound to find a seat and poach some wifi if you're in the mood to stay a while. When the weather is fair there's also ample dog-friendly outdoor seating. But then... Service. Ummm. Ok. "Service" is a strong word. Don't get me wrong, I've had a positive customer service experience at Mud House. But sadly it was the exception and not the rule. My last three visits have left me scratching my head at how the same place can feel welcoming on one day and hostile the next. Orders are taken and apparently instantly forgotten, because twice I've paid for a croissant (remember those fabulous layers?!) and had to ask the counter person repeatedly for my pastry (today I was treated to a pretty snarky response and lack of eye contact combo that was black belt level). But look, I'm nothing special. Just a guy spending $10 for a travel mug (16 oz) of coffee and a pastry. There's also some problematic aspects on the food front. Take their egg and cheese breakfast sammy, for example. I think they call it the Megg Ryan. I mean, egg and cheese on an everything bagel *sounds* good until they put said sandwich in a microwave to heat it. What happens to bread in a microwave you ask? Why, it turns gummy and disgusting! So instead of having a nice toasty egg and cheese bagel with contrasting textures and hints of garlic and onion, poppy seeds and rye, you get lava hot cheese, mircrowaved eggs (pro tip: don't microwave eggs) and gummy bread. The resulting mouthfeel is a monotony of squish. I got two bites in and my loving dog got the balance. Good girl. And finally, I think the prices at Mudhouse are a mite high for what you're getting. As I said: a 16oz travel cup and croissant cost me $10. I mean, was I taxed because I have a competing roaster's decal on my Yeti? Price feels more like Tesla Crozet than pickup truck Crozet. That's all imma say. So, yeah. Go here for a decent cuppa and a bangin pastry. Maybe avoid anything bagel until they spring for a toaster/salamander/panino press. And don't be all uppity and expect friendly service.
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Wonderful cup of coffee for ny kids and me. Great people, great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coffee and Pastries
I was just passing through Crozet. I was a charming spot the latte was delicious, the baristas were warm and the shop was festively decorated for the holidays. I'm from a city. This is the hometown vibe that hipster locations desperately try to recreate. Thanks for the hospitality!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great coffee shop. Love the bagels and scones as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coffee and Pastries, Bagel
Cozy little coffee shop in the square of Crozet. It feels like the whole town comes out for a cup from here. They have many seasonal l flavors & ample seating. Pastries are delicious as well.
Used to come here all the time when I lived closer, came back for the first time in awhile. We were the only 2 people there, and she gave me a latte when I ordered a mocha, and put dairy in a dairy alternative drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1