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Old School Coffee

380 S Mill St Ste. 110, Lexington, KY 40508
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Old School Coffee in Lexington, specialty coffee cafe

the name says it all at old school coffee on south mill street. 4.9 stars from 416 reviews doesn't happen by accident. it happens when someone actually cares about the beans they're grinding, the milk they're steaming, the regulars who show up before 7am looking for that first hit of caffeine salvation. this isn't the kind of place that rushes you through the line. the barista takes time with your drink because they know the difference between good and exceptional. you can taste it in every sip. the espresso has weight to it, body that lingers. the pour-over blooms properly. lexington has plenty of coffee options, but old school earned its reputation the hard way. one cup at a time. the steam wand hisses, ceramic cups warm your hands, and somehow everything feels intentional. no shortcuts here. just coffee done right by people who give a damn about doing it…

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curated by gautam khorana, editor · updated 21 May 2026

nri score85
buzz0
local cred65%

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(859) 309-1968

website

www.oldschoolcoffeelex.com/

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4.9

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