Joe Muggs Café

137 Spotsylvania Mall Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 22407, United States
+1 540-785-8140
$$$ Cafe
(55 Reviews)

Joe Muggs Café sits just inside the Books-A-Million at Spotsylvania Mall, creating a quiet nook that blends perfectly with a casual shopping day or a relaxed afternoon read. This café specializes in handcrafted beverages that range from rich frappes like their signature Snow Joe™ Original to refreshing fruity smoothies and teas, catering to those who appreciate variety beyond the typical coffee run.

Locals tend to favor Joe Muggs for its friendly and efficient service, as well as its ample seating, which encourages lingering whether you’re catching up on work or meeting friends. The atmosphere leans calm and inviting, with enough space to spread out but never feeling empty—a nice balance for those who want background buzz without feeling like they’re in rush-hour coffee chaos.

For families, Joe Muggs offers kid-friendly treats alongside indulgent flavors that appeal to all ages, making it a practical spot for a break while shopping or during weekend outings. Evenings can be a good time to visit, though the café closes by 10 pm, which trims late-night coffee options but suits the mall environment and the steady daytime crowd.

Visitors looking for a creative twist on iced coffee will find the pumpkin cream cold brew especially notable, with a texture and flavor profile that stands out among typical coffee shop fare. Meanwhile, those after lighter refreshers or a sweet frozen chocolate experience have plenty to choose from.

Overall, Joe Muggs fits comfortably into the Fredericksburg mall scene as a dependable stop for anyone wanting approachable, well-crafted drinks in a low-key setting. Whether you’re settling in with a book, grabbing a quick pick-me-up, or scanning a smoothie menu for something different, this cafe carries the steady vibe of a spot that locals appreciate for its simplicity and friendly faces.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
What they serve
Coffee
Best for
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

10:00 AM - 09:30 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 09:30 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 09:30 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 09:30 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 09:30 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 09:30 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 06:00 PM

55 Reviews
Gerald Boynton

17 Dec 2025

Delicious pumpkin cream cold brew is a work of art. Employees are friendly and efficient.

Carla Marvin

08 Dec 2025

Nice, quiet atmosphere; plenty of tables and chairs. The staff is super friendly!! Lots of delicious drink options as well.

Samantha Sellman

05 Nov 2025

I really enjoyed this store. The staff is extemely friendly and they have really neat things for everyone in the family. Got something for everyone and they love them Will definitely be going back. All of my kids really like that store

Woody Moeller

20 Oct 2025

Awesome location, just inside Books-A-Million. Our drinks were perfect as the vibes inside.

Sasi Barrett

24 Sep 2025

Good coffee, good dessert. Closed too early (10 pm) on Saturday night. I remember when coffee shops stayed open until 2am in Evanston.

Lily

17 Sep 2025

Fun lil coffee shop inside Books A Million. Service was fast and helpful. And the drinks are always so pretty! They offer oat milk, and possibly other nondairy milks (i got oat so idk)

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