Getting your espresso in the morning can only energize you so much, but the best baristas have the pep and kindness to keep your vibes high for the rest of the day! Our readers voted Kahvi Coffee House + Café (3830 Talmadge Road, Eau Claire) baristas the best in the Valley. Urban-casual, this cozy spot makes studying or working easy. Brewing its way into second place, Cabin Coffee Co. (2922 Meadowlark Lane, Altoona) has great blends and friendly faces to serve you up the best cup of joe. Coming in third, SHIFT Cyclery & Coffee Bar (615 Graham Ave., Eau Claire) have the barista clan with the most electricity. –Kelly Carlson