Prevail Union | MGM

Here's another update to appease Google... so I'll make it a tip to help at-home bean buyers. If you "just want coffee" go for the black label bags at the bottom. All of the flavors you see listed are not added flavors but "tasting notes" that come from the beans themselves based on their locale, soil, etc. The black labels are blended, so they have a nice taste balanced by cost-efficiency. If you want something a little more interesting, go for the red/blue/yellow labels. Those are single origin and have great flavor. Read the tasting notes and think about what sort of aroma and taste you like with your coffee. Chocolate/vanilla and other base notes typically pair better with milk and cream. The berry and floral flavors should be enjoyed without milk/cream as it typically drowns out the nuance. If you need it sweet, add a little sugar (but give it a try without it at least once!). Lastly, if you really want to try some fun coffee, go for the dark blue "Constellation Series." If you aren't grinding your own beans and using single brew methods, the constellation probably isn't worth it, but for those who are... It's a treat.

Google keeps asking for more updates, so here's the latest: they recently started a really interesting membership program. For an initial fee of $500 you get a swanky laser-etched travel mug and free drip, tea, and cold brew for two years. Do the math... if you live/work in the city, the thing would pay for itself by the end of summer. Prevail continues to show Montgomery what good coffee and customer rapport look like.

Update: having lived in the area for nearly a year now, I can say without doubt that this if the best coffee shop for a hundred miles around... Probably even further. Even if you're driving all the way to Birmingham, the shops you'll visit have their various perks, but they all lack consistency, which is something Prevail has in full. The coffee is always good, the beans are always worth getting. The seasonal offerings are delicately balanced to still provide a true coffee experience while celebrating the season. The baristas are friendly and helpful, the food/pastry selection is well-priced, and the beer/wine menu makes for a calm alternative to the bar/club scene.

Former review: A pleasant surprise. If you happen to be in the Montgomery area, this is the place to go. Their Chemex is automatic, so you can expect a decent baseline quality, and their beans--the significant factor after all, have pronounced notes. No bland, bitter coffee here.

Coffee shop clean and neat. Service was great and my coffee was delicious. This was my 2d trip to Montgomery. After my first visit I went back the next morning and the person remembered what she had made for me the day before. If you are a senior you can understand. Please go to this coffee shop if you go to Montgomery

Excellent coffee selection with a cool atmosphere in downtown Montgomery, the cortado is one of my favorites

Best coffee in town and you can pick up a variety of roasted coffee to brew at home! Definitely worth checking out if you're a coffee lover.

Our group of 22 showed up at Prevail and individually ordered our favorite drinks. The staff maintained a friendly and calm demeanor while cranking out our drinks. Everyone enjoyed their mid-day caffeinated pick-me-up!

Best coffee shop in Montgomery! Great space, excellent beans and a friendly staff

When I say quality drinks and baked delights, I mean that!! I had one of the most amazing iced chai latte with oat milk of my life. Tastes like a chai I would get from India. Good array of plant-based milks too (even pistachio milk). The vibes are banging too, the couches and overall seating is well-done. There's also outdoor seating in the back, which is lovely for a beautiful day. Overall, tey have such homey and modern touches, plus free water on the side if needed. The water must be artisan because it doesn't like tap water or anything. Will be going back to Prevail everytime I visit Montgomery!

Hands down, Prevail is the best coffee house downtown. The atmosphere is amazing, both within and out baby of the coffee house. The baristas are always friendly and willing to engage in conversation. Highly recommended.

Great iced chai and friendly staff on a Sunday afternoon. They're clearly doing their best to take safety measures, so I'll definitely be back.

Real deal specialty coffee!
What a find in a place I honestly didn’t really expect to get great coffee.
Beautiful space, friendly and knowledgeable staff.