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    Allez Cafe

    4.8 (52 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    ALLEZ CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Intimate
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Joshua P.

    We stopped in right before closing, and despite it being right before 3 pm, the staff couldn't have been kinder. They happily made us a sandwich to go so we wouldn't keep them any longer. The Jamón Sandwich was excellent. It was like a cacio e pepe flavor profile but in sandwich form, with the ham adding a perfect salty richness. Before we headed out, they even offered us a few pastries on the house! Thoughtful service, great food, and a place absolutely worth trying.

    Anna O.

    A great lunch spot! Located downtown they are a good spot to meet someone or have a nice cozy lunch by yourself. I got a sandwich and soup. The soup surprised me how flavorful it was. The sandwich paired really well with the soup too. I can't wait to go back and have it again! The vibe inside is so cozy and welcoming.

    Italian sandwich & iced tea
    Lauren K.

    We were visiting Cincinnati for a day, and I had my eye on this cafe. The service was excellent. We absolutely loved the cashier/barista. The food was delicious. They had high quality ingredients and great portion sizing. The price point was also very fair. There was plenty of seating and great natural lighting inside. I would definitely recommend giving Allez Cafe a try if you're ever in town!

    Mallory P.

    love love LOVE this space. food and coffee options are absolutely phenomenal (duh!!) i feel so lucky to have this in the neighborhood! edited to add: i've come here twice now and kyle immediately remembered my friend and i from our initial visit which made us feel really appreciated :,)

    Turkey sandwich
    Laurel S.

    I was recommended this cafe and at first I was worried about the small menu. However, everything we tried was delicious! Friendly counter service and we opted to sit at the bar. I had the turkey sandwich which is delicious in house made focaccia. My husband had the ham and bean soup with extra bread. The bread is incredible and worth it to stop just down the block at their bakery to take home a loaf. No crumbs were left behind! The cafe is lively and bright with their windows and the service was so friendly. I will have to come back to try the other items.

    Kyle B.

    Had the mushroom bahn mi today for lunch and it slapped. The bread ruled. Perfect level of chewiness. I had it for takeout so I don't know about the service and ambiance. Loved the mayo on it also. Will be back.

    Coffee menu
    Dale H.

    Second visit here and it's still a wonderful experience! This time we came a bit earlier and enjoyed items on the breakfast menu. Hubby had the breakfast sandwich. The egg was fluffy, focaccia bun was delicious, and the prosciutto cotto balanced it out. My Serrano ham toast was yummy as well! The fresh salsa verde was so good! I had a latte and hubby had a flat white. They use Sister's Coffee Co. beans, and our coffees were beautiful with a smooth taste. Service was personable and efficient. Great experience overall!

    Iced pumpkin chai
    Sheila C.

    Popped in to Allez cafe today! I got the pumpkin chai latte iced and the chocolate espresso cookie. Both were amazing. The chai was not too sweet or artificial tasting it was bomb and I would definitely get it again. The chocolate cookie had big pieces of flaky salt on it and it was obviously delicious. My friend got a slice of their banana bread and it was also great. The staff were friendly and we got everything super quickly!

    Peach gazpacho
    Catherine C.

    Casual cafe in a central spot. We had a good experience here. Everyone is super friendly and the food was great. The interior is well decorated and there's a good amount of seating. Great for get-togethers or a solo work session. Would definitely recommend!

    Bennet K.

    I tried the Cubano and the Italian. These two hot sandwiches were the perfect meal on a cool spring afternoon. Allez Cafe has the chill atmosphere everyone looks for in a cafe. The focaccia was light and airy, containing a fine balance of ingredients inside. Stopping by Allez Cafe for a quick lunch might not do it justice. Next time, I'll stay a bit longer and have a coffee too.

    Meatball sandwich Friday!
    Cynthia R.

    Always a line but always moved quick. Everyone who works here always seems like they enjoy their job. The food is so good and the inside is light and airy on a sunny day. And anywhere that serves Hen of the Woods chips gets a thumbs up from me

    Demetrius B.

    Artisan bread is a catch 22. By itself, you can really appreciate it. As the bun for a sandwich, it can often be too tough to bite through. Unfortunately, that's the experience that I had at Allez. Fortunately, I ate the Italian sandwich open faced and it was all good. The baguette was even tougher on the Jambone Beurre, but the toppings on the inside were even better. The open faced technique on this sandwich isolated the layer of bread and helped me taste the herby butter that lined it. This hipster-vibed interior and clientele fit the OTR neighborhood. Could be worth a visit if coffee and/or artisan breads are your version of a good time.

    Cheddar chive biscuit, seasonal galette, pistachio toast
    Madeline F.

    Allez cafe is AMAZING! The barista who helped us was so friendly and kind. The pastries and toast we tried were delicious, and the honey oat latte I had was perfect! The space is bright and clean, and smells amazing. Can't wait to go back!

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    If they have the seasonal tomato pie, get it! I wish they had more seating options but other than that it's a great spot

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    5 months ago

    this place is definitely not French. And no one there speaks French.The bread is decent but overpriced.

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    7 months ago

    The best bread in the 513. always friendly and make a mean sandwich. always love to come here when downtown.

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    8 months ago

    Everything fresh as the day is long , Flavorful Breads and pastry. Attentive service, great atmosphere

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    Cuban sannich is ridiculous good. The service at this cafe is even better. They also have a bakery across the street.

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    Great food and very friendly people. Lattes are super and creamy. Sausage soup was very hearty and warm.

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    4.2(43 reviews)
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