Panacea CoffeeHouse, Cafe and Roastery

Category:	Cafe
Address:	66 Commerce St, Waynesville, NC 28786, USA
Phone:	+1 828-452-6200
Site:	panaceacoffee.com
Rating:	4.6
Working:	7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM 8AM–5PM 10AM–3PM

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Reviews 28

Eliza Fixler

My friend and I wandered in on the way the way from Asheville to the Smokey Mountains without knowing what it would be like inside. As soon as we walked in we got so excited we went back to the car for our books and stayed for several hours. Its the most spacious coffee shop Ive ever been to in my life, and even if it was cut in half it would be bigger than most. It has incredibly comfortable chairs and many large tables to accommodate groups of all sizes. The baristas are very sweet and my Tarzan and Jane salad was huge and very good! It only got better when we walked outside and saw the picnic benches by the river. It was a delightful surprise!!

A Private User

Based on these reviews, we passed 5 other coffee shops and rushed through on the way to the Ashville airport. I am happy and sad to say that this is the best coffee shop Ive ever been to. Happy, because of the find, sad because I OWN a coffee shop in Ybor City, Florida. This is better than ours will ever be. The roast their own coffee, they take it SERIOUSLY, and the rear deck with the flowing stream just puts it over the top. Worth being late for your plane!!

A Private User

From the moment I walked in, I was taken with Panacea. If I lived in Waynesville, it would definitely be my hangout. I love the exposed brick walls and beams. The staff was very pleasant, and I love the view of the creek behind the coffeehouse. The food was excellent and so were the beverages. I bought a bag of delicious coffee that Im going to savor for as long as possible. This place is highly recommended, and it will be on my list if Im in that area again.

Joseph Szobody

Fantastic setting, spacious with tons of great seating. Outdoor tables right by the river. Its beautiful. Wish I could be as excited about their espresso. I found it quite dark and bitter. Perhaps that works if your average customer is used to Starbucks. I also felt the lunch options were way overpriced. $10 for a ham and Swiss? Ill be back when Im in Waynesville. Great spot to hangout. Ill just get something other than espresso to drink next time.

Jennifer Case

Only got to experience this place for about 15 minutes before they closed, but it was so nice. I have experienced many-a-coffee-shop being from the Northwest. Sat in the chairs facing the creek enjoying my white chocolate rasberry scone (so good and moist, not dry even after an entire day) and my lavender black tea vanilla latte. I rate these menu items a TBO (taste bud orgasm). Plenty of seating and nice ambience. Thank you!

Andrew Vickers

We went for food but were too late, however the coffees were very good. Very interesting building - like a industrial conversion. Super terrace /patio area at the back overlooking the river. Bags of space inside and out. Free WiFi, pleasant staff. Looks like a good Brewery next door.

Anita Chastain

The best coffee shop I have found in WNC. My sister lives in Florida and near her house is a coffee cafe called The Drowsy Poet. It is amazing and I have wished so many times for a place like it. Now, I have found it! Love the atmosphere and the coffee. Cannot wait til my next visit.

Carolyn Jones

I love the coffee here. I also like that they serve a few food items. The location is in a strange area but, its a great location just because the back yard that it has behind it. Its beautiful and peaceful! The owner really picked a great place to have his coffee shop!

Patrick Jones

This place is the epitome of smooth cool. Quiet lounge with a large variety of light snacks, quick bites, and of course caffeine! Staff is very friendly and place is very spacious. Read, relax, study, or chat with friends, the atmosphere is perfect for any occasion

Jack Hinnen

For the area Im sure this is top notch. No pour over option though and a "regular coffee" came out of a carafe. The back porch is fantastic and peaceful. Didnt sample the food options but everyone else here was chowing down. Great atmosphere!

Lindsay Brooke

Ive had better, but Ive never had worse! This place is filthy, they make customers clean their own tables! I would avoid this place, unless youre feeling charitable and just need to throw money away, otherwise just dont go here.

Louis Drucker

A really nice setting down on the river in Frog Level part of Waynesville. You can get a great craft beer, special sandwich, custom coffee, and enjoy some easy times by the river or utilize the WIFI...Dog friendly too.

A Private User

I LOVE PANACEA especially their chais a great place to relax and do homework and my sister works here...if u read this and go there tell my sister hollynn that i love her and congratulate her on her new engagement.

Christian Gentry

This is my favorite coffeeshop in Waynesville. They have a super comfey atmosphere, and a super experienced friendly staff. Their food is a bit pricey for what you get, but their drinks are well worth it.

Zachary Gochenour

I love and miss this place. The food is a bit expensive for what you get but it does taste good. The drinks are all great. The best part is sitting outside by the stream and petting their kitty, Siobhan.

James Martin

There wasnt much in the way of breakfast but the coffee was amazing. They blow the chain out of the water on freshness and taste! Highly recommended especially if you are a coffee aficionado!!!

George Wheeler

This a great place for a sandwich and hang out by the stream in waynesville. A very relaxed atmosphere. Real great and creative sandwiches. Also a spot to work from with good food and OK WiFi.

Steve Hart

A delightful coffee house and eatery. Great coffee, good food, a wonderful environment. Sit on the banks of Richland Creek, sip lattes, work a while and throw a fly or two into the creek.

Raymond Perez

Visiting from Texas and this café is to die for. Even though your in Wanyesville, Panacea takes you to an escape. Amazing atmosphere, view and coffee. I wish they had a Panacea near me.

Carol Moore

Cool place for coffee and sandwiches and dessert, the stream is out back. Love it, can sit on back deck and listen to a calm stream or walk down to it and get beautiful pictures.

A Private User

Great food, a half- notch above Panera, ABC, MCalisters. Cool atmosphere. NO DEBIT/CREDIT CARDS (which is weird). Kind of stingy with drinks and napkins. Staff are hipster.

Joy Alexios

Amazing food, atmosphere and coffee! It is a "must go to place". You can relax outside by the river at one of the many wooden tables or find a little comfy nook inside.

Drew Zook

Delicious House roasted coffee! Huge, spacious, cozy atmosphere with plenty of places to sit! Beautiful art! Con: $5 minimum on cards, but I dont care, its great!

Paul Kern

I get all my coffee for home brewing here. Cant go wrong. They do an excellent job of roasting beans from anywhere. Sandwiches and atmosphere are nice too.

Bruce Newman

great place for quiches and pan is. coffee is fresh roasted. The loft whareshouse atmosphere is great. Eating out back along the stream is awesome!.

Maribel Guenaga-Gonzalez

Soy latte was spectacular! Hand crafted peanut butter ice cream made in Asheville was amazing! Sitting outside by the river topped it off!

TCM MAGS

Whenever we are in Waynesville, we make a trip here always. Relaxing, nostalgia atmosphere. Nice place to enjoy some caffeine and relax.

Jon Horton

Great atmosphere, with lots of places to hangout, chat or do some work. Also has a large outdoor seating area. Oh, great food too!