61B Cafe

4.5 stars. Commonplace Coffee is a specialty coffee roaster, retailer, and wholesale service…read moreprovider. It has a roastery, bakery, and several cafes in Southwestern Pennsylvania, and it provides training and equipment to other businesses. My husband and I were customers of this cafe in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood one time. The menu listed coffees, espressos, lattes, teas, hot cocoa, cookies, muffins, scones, sandwiches, etcetera. A refrigerator contained yogurts, juices, oat milk, and other bottled beverages. Shelves held bags of coffees and kettles. Employees kindly took my husband's order and payment and promptly made our beverages. Some tables and chairs were inside the cafe, so we sat down to enjoy our beverages. Other customers were using the dining area to read, spend time with family and friends, and work on laptops. I rate the Chai Latte has 5 stars and the holiday Sugar Plum Latte as 4.5 stars. We enjoyed their flavors. Each beverage was 12 ounces, and their total price was $11 plus tax and tip. I did notice that the cafe was very humid because of the cold weather outside and the many customers inside. The windows had much condensation. I wonder if a dehumidifer would reduce the indoor humidity.

This location is very cute and always bustling! Staff is super nice and service is quick. I liked…read moremy matcha latte a lot. They do great coffee here as well. I'd definitely come back and work from this coffee shop since it's near so many good spots in town and the drinks are good.

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Interior

Dobra Tea

4.4(283 reviews)

I came in to study on a Saturday. The place is packed and continues to see a nice helping of…read morecustomers as the night continues. The set up is very middle Eastern I would say. The front has some wicker chairs and tables which are very small. As you move toward the back there are small sitting rooms where you take off your shoes and sit on a padded "floor". The back has some more chairs and tables. Outlets are hard to find. You most likely will share a sitting area as well. One note is, I think they have a wifi limit where only a certain number of people can connect. I tried all night to get a connection and could not for any of my devices, nor could my friend. Overall the ambiance is catered toward chatting rather than studying as the tables are very small and slow or no wifi. I like the night vibes it has though, we need more late night 3rd spaces like this one!! I got a hummus plate and ginger tea. The ginger tea was just okay. The ginger was overpowering in not a good way. It highlighted the spiciness of ginger without letting any type of "tea flavor" through. It tasted more like ginger water. For a tea house, I thought it would have more depth. The hummus platter was very yummy! The pita was warm and the olive oil on the hummus added a nice touch to it. I think I would have enjoyed the experience more had the tables not been as wobbly, the WiFi worked at any point, the tea had a bit more nuance to it, and the cloying smell wasn't there. It is a very good chatting spot for late night meetings ups with great food!

I love this place! It's not always the best to study, because sometimes it can get really packed…read moreand crammed but honestly it's so cozy and the vibes are great here! I'm always impressed with their selection of teas and snacks and I loved trying new things each time! It's such a great experience, you can choose from sitting at a small table or closer to the ground.

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Delanie's Coffee Shadyside

4.7(32 reviews)

2.4 mi•Shadyside

I have never been recommended a coffee spot by so many people. and yes it is so worth it. That…read morecookie butter latte is literally so delicious, i've never finished a drink that fast. Service is great, staff are kind and very quick. Lots of open seating to get some work done including outside.

I stopped by here two Sundays ago with my family for our morning coffee. Every weekend we try to…read morehit up a new local coffee shop and on this morning it happened to be Delanie's Coffee in Shadyside. I honestly have not been in the area much lately and was surprised to see its prime location on South Highland in that East Liberty, Shadyside and Friendship corridor. The inside of the shop was packed by the time we got inside so I did not get to see much of it other than the coffee bar and the large selection of baked goods. For my coffee this morning I went with a butter beer cold brew while my wife went with an iced Almond Joy latte. The menu described mine as cold brew with butterscotch syrup and cheesecake sweet cream. My wife's was described as just like the candy bar with dark chocolate and coconut topped with coconut flakes. My coffee actually ended up tasting pretty good. The butterscotch tasted somewhat similar to caramel but the cold brew was definitely the star. It was rich and strong which I always appreciate. The cheesecake sweet cream was also a nice addition as it was sweet like you would expect but also had a bit of tartness that reminded me of actual cheesecake. My wife also enjoyed her coffee and especially liked the combination of chocolate, coconut and coffee flavors. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. My wife and I both enjoyed our drinks and I would definitely be interested in trying some of the pastries next time.

Peppermint Mocha

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Tsaocaa

4.3(168 reviews)

1.4 mi•Squirrel Hill

Craved boba in Pittsburgh and found this gem!…read more Tried their signature drinks: - Brown Sugar Milk Black Tea with Bubbles: Good, but not wow (4/5). Ordered 100% sugar, but still found it slightly less sweet than expected. Had better-tasting ones elsewhere. - Brown Sugar Milk Black Tea with Oreo, Milk Foam, and Bubbles: Sweetness just right for my kid - 5/5! Also, devoured two amazing macarons: - Blueberry Lavender - Rose Hands down, BEST MACARONS EVER! Unique, distinct flavors - a must-try! Note: Service was a bit slow due to the crowd (even on a weekday evening!), but it's clear this spot is popular! Ambiance was cute, but surprisingly, there were no chairs inside - unsure if dine-in is even an option. We opted for takeout, which worked out fine. Worth the wait!

Taro milk tea is my favorite and I have been to tsaocca more times that I can count because it is…read moresimply the best! Lots of fresh taro, perfectly textured, and sweet boba. I sometimes try other flavors and while they never disappoint, the taro reigns supreme best boba I've seriously ever had

King of Oolong Tea

Chocolate Macaron

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Brown Sugar Bubble Milk

61C Cafe

3.7(133 reviews)

Classic little cafe with a lot of great looking cookie and pastry options, and a few premade…read moresandwiches too! It's nothing fancy, just good quality coffee and snacks for an actually reasonable price, perfect spot to relax, chat, or do some work. The blueberry muffin was pretty standard, nothing special or bad about it, while the coffee was the classic standard. If you want a no-frills kind of spot, this is the place to be.

It's a cute cafe with a great selection of Biscotti to choose from. I tried brown sugar latte & it…read moretasted 4/5. Biscotti is great but a little expensive according to me.

Cooler drinks and community info shelves! Pardon the glare

Hot and iced mocha

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Patio

The Coffee Tree Roasters

3.6(225 reviews)

2.4 mi•Shadyside

Found a new favorite cafe as I'm new to town. Been here twice in one week. First visit was to try…read moretheir latte which I ordered iced as it was in the afternoon. Loved their iced latte. They have three sugar-free flavors: vanilla, caramel, and hazelnut. Next visit was on a very cold Saturday morning to try Oram's donuts. Those donuts are huge and very flavorful. Got here early to get our choice of the selection. The case was filled with donuts, cinnamon rolls, bear claws, and more. I chose a filled donut with chocolate icing and hubby got a jelly filled donut. Both are very good. Love the friendly, quick service from the employees. They never rush you and are so kind. There is a main level dining area and an upper area (3-4 steps or a lift) with plenty of small tables and chairs, upholstered chairs with tables, and an enclosed room for serious studying. WiFi. Restrooms. They have what you need to relax, meet friends, or study.

I thought the drinks were good. Ample seating. Service was fine, and there wasn't a long line.read more

Second seating area

Seating and order area

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Dining area with front door open

Pigeon Bagels

4.3(246 reviews)

1.7 mi•Squirrel Hill

Downed this bagel before I could get a picture of it! Their everything bagel is great, with the…read moreeverything seasoning covering the whole bagel. Super quick and easy spot to get to and just pick up some breakfast!

We got the classic lox on plain (4/5) and with herb tofu schmear on marble (3.5/5), a pizza bagel…read more(4.25/5), a plain (4/5), and a marble (3/5). The bagel sandwiches were good; relatively standard for a bagel spot. The pizza bagel was pretty good and unique! It and the plain bagel had a nice slightly crunchy outside. The marble bagel was ok, like something you would get from a grocery store; it was too soft and chewy and had a weird glaze/crust when you bit into it. The service was ok but a bit slow (3.5/5); the line was about 10 people in front of us, and it took about 15-20 minutes.

Inside of Pigeon Bagels, Merch section

Tofu schmear and carrot lox sandwich

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Outside

Pink Box Bakery Cafe

4.0(159 reviews)

Absolutely incredible bakery! Pink Box offers some of the most delicious and authentic Taiwanese…read morebaked goods I've found anywhere in the United States. The owners are incredibly kind, warm, and welcoming, which makes every visit even more enjoyable. I've traveled to Taiwan multiple times, and the breads and pastries here instantly transported me back to the bakeries of Taipei. The flavors, textures, and freshness are spot on. Everything tastes amazing right out of the bakery, but if you warm the pastries in the oven or air fryer at home, they become even more delicious. I never expected to find one of my favorite Asian bakeries in Pittsburgh, but Pink Box is truly a hidden gem. Whether you're craving authentic Taiwanese baked goods or simply appreciate exceptional food, this bakery is an absolute must-visit. Highly recommended!

Authentic Chinese bakery with surprising offerings! The variety was fantastic. The buns are large…read moreand tasty. Recommend!

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Jitters Cafe

4.3(131 reviews)

2.4 mi•Shadyside

Excellent small cafe to grab coffee, do some work, or just sit outside! The specials were super…read morefun, especially liked the Pandan Coconut Latte which are not common flavors around here. Also loved that they sell discounted day old pastries as well as fresh ones! Great neighborhood spot with great food and drinks, would absolutely recommend and top coffee spot on the street.

My go-to coffee shop in Oakland PA! They have amazing selection of coffees and drinks, lots of…read moredifferent syrups to try, and extremely friendly and helpful staff members. They also are going to start selling more breakfast foods other than croissants and such starting 7/14, can't wait to keep going recommend 10/10

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Coffee essentials

Arriviste Coffee Roasters

4.2(139 reviews)

2.5 mi•Shadyside

A friend and I stopped by on a whim around 11am. The inside is small with a couch and two chairs, a…read morebench some small tables and seats, and four chairs with counter seating. They do have a couple of small tables and chairs outside. They have WiFi. The coffees I have gotten here are so good, especially the Thrilla from Manila with delicious ube and the Green Card Holder with pandan! They offered some baked goods that vary and the also carry Leona Ice Cream sandwiches!

Great little coffee shop if you want a bit pricier but good quality drink! The Ube Latte is a stand…read moreout, and they also have some assorted pastries from Pigeon Bagels which are always yummy. The barista was very friendly, there's not a lot of seating but the ambiance was really nice to do some work or read. Wish they had some more proper tables, but the format is quite homey and intimate. Overall a nice place to stop by especially for the Ube Latte!