Red Emma's Bookstore Coffeehouse

Never been before walked in, and the atmosphere was a pretty cool vibe. Nice decor. I walked to the counter to look at the menu and get recs, etc. The person working was masked up (its required there and no issue with that) but I said it was my first time, was being super friendly, trying to get some help...and this person just stared at me and didn't greet me or really engage or say anything. I felt very put off by the lack of customer service and just left. For a co-op... doesn't really give that vibe. I've worked at co-ops before. Customer service should always be first. Shame because the menu looks good. But if someone is gonna stare at me and not engage, then I don't feel comfortable being there....felt like I was a bother.

First time going to Red Emma's, at their new location. Coming from Camden Yards area, easily accessible by Citylink Red. Giant grocery store 3 min nearby. A little confused at first about whether to get a seat first or if had to order food first in order to get a seat, but this was clarified by the nice person at the register. Warm, cozy, busy ambience. It is spacious inside with lots of seating, but it was very popular this day. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Got the falafel sandwich, which was very good though there are only two falafels ? inside. Also got the lavender mazagran. I've never had a mazagran before, so going in, I had no idea what to expect the first sip or two was reminiscent of soy sauce, but began to grow on me. It was light and refreshing, would get again. Got the chai latte, which can be made with either oat or soy milk. I chose oat the oat flavor from the oat milk may have a been a little overpowering, it's either that or the chai spice did not come through enough. Perhaps it is my preference to have a strong chai. The orange blossom cheesecake was heavenly and very indulgent, but I think there is a slight aftertaste that lingers. Though, I think that is typical with most vegan cheesecakes. All in all, I had a very pleasant time at Red Emma's.

What a wonderful space! Wide open and peaceful. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Clean and well maintained.

So spacious and full of positive energy. A really relaxed atmosphere although I visited around 6pm while they seemed to be winding down for the day.

Love Red Emmas as a coffeehouse, especially for presentations and workers co-op! One thing I wish they would bring back is the program from North Avenue, where you could buy a meal for someone in need. It used to be that you could purchase magnets, representing an entree, soup, or coffee. This magnet would be put on a wall by the cashier, then someone in need would come in and request a free meal. If there were magnets on the wall, the staff would prepare it for them. It was a nice way to support the community.