Stopped in here for a class that was happening in the basement of the shop. I decided to order the Baklava Latte. I ordered my latte hot. I waited just a bit as there was one person doing everything and he was doing a good job of it. I received my latte and headed downstairs for my class. It was busy inside and there were plenty of customers. Looked like a nice neighborhood spot. The guy in front of me had his dog with him and the barista knew him by name. They also offered a few cocktails and some food options. I think maybe next time in I will order a cocktail. Cute little spot. read more

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Bean and Barley has been on my list for awhile! It's cute inside and the the vibe on the Sunday evening when I visited was definitely working and a couple people chatting. There's extra seating downstairs which we took but it was a little chilly sitting by the doors! There's a wide patio that looked to be really fun in the warmer months- I bet it definitely makes a visit on a gorgeous day! My mom and I both got the peanut butter cup mocha. I thought it was quite delicious but we did notice it settled quite a bit and wished we had something to stir it with. Overall, I think this is a place I would visit for the neat area/ good vibes but not necessarily for the quality of their coffee drinks. They also had cocktails, mocktails, and full bar offerings and some light bites so I feel like there's more to discover! Hope to be back! read more

Bean & Barley - Peanut butter cup mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Running early morning errands landed me at Whities Auto Care in Obryonville (review to come later) and we needed early early morning coffee... simple. It's across the street from Ripple in the middle of Obryonville. It was spacious and clean. It also has a lower level with a couple of sofas, a mini bar and flat screen. It also has a decent amount of outdoor seating. I make note of these things because I'm always looking for places to have venues for my Meetup group. When we first arrived there was only one guy there, the a few dudes showed up taking all loud. But hey, that's what you do in a coffee/pub. LOL That being said: Oatmilk Mocha she loved it Cinna-Honey was good, coulda been sweeter. Tonic water was needed by me. I'm gonna have a Meetup there at some point. Our barista said that unfortunately people don't take advantage of Happy Hour here, which is silly because this place is very nice! Y'all check out Bean & Barley. read more

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Cute downstairs, lighting with board games and lots of seating. Upstairs has a small bar with alcohol options with espresso and drip coffee options as well. It is very family friendly and has much later hours than most other coffee shops. If you're hungry, you can also grab a pastry or empanada. They are usually playing some pretty hip music, which is a plus! The only downside is the only parking available is on the street with parking meters. We've been several times and it's highly recommended. read more

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Always on point with coffee! Tip: mimosa special on Sundays! Cute spot don't miss out on the basement!

I really love their outdoor area for working. It's shaded for part of the day and quiet. The iced lattes are perfectly sweetened and they have a large variety. They are quick to make your drink and always have a smile on their face! read more

Bean & Barley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

My first time here and I have a serious vibe crush. Coffeehouse and taproom that serves light snacks? Oh and they serve breakfast goodies and mimosas! 2 stories with the street entrance and additional seating and patio downstairs. Good service and really appreciate they washed their hands before handling our food. read more

Ayden and Austin are INCREDIBLE! Great date night with even better drinks and service. 100 out of 10

Thursday night was so much fun you have to check it out!! Great beer selection and perfect espresso martinis.

We had a bridal shower for my sister over the summer and the venue was wonderful! The team was so helpful and responsive. Everyone thought the drinks and empanadas were amazing. Highly recommend for your next event! read more

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We we're meeting some people at Obryans but stopped here for a quick drink. My husband had been here before, but this was my first time! Really cool place, with a very eclectic mix of drinks to consume- coffee, beer, wine, cbd drinks! The bartender was very nice and knowledgeable. She also let me try a few beers before I went with a Kolsch. I was delighted to see they had brunch too, so we'll have to come back- who doesn't love trying a new brunch spot! read more

Bean & Barley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Bean & Barley is a small neighborhood coffee shop in O'Bryonville, walking distance from the BonBonnerie and Lilypad (indoor play area for kids). I've been a few times with friends and I love that it has so many windows for natural light and an outdoor patio. My one critique is a wish the seating was more comfortable. As someone with a back injury, it's actually kind of hard finding coffee shops with comfortable seating (aka seats with cushioned backs) for sitting and working on a project for hours (most places have a couch or something but nothing else). Here they do have cushioned window seats but they do not have backs. That being said, the coffee here is pretty good and you can also get a beer on tap if you'd rather have that. It's a good place to come for someone who wants options. I typically get their Berry Oat Latte which is an oatmilk latte with berry syrup and it is tasty! They also offer some pastries and options for gluten free snacks as well. read more

Bean & Barley - The inside of the shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Super nice employees! Cute atmosphere and great options for sitting down and enjoying your drinks. Outside, downstairs or main level. Very accommodating. read more

Food: 1/5 - Expresso Martini was made with coffee concentrate instead of actual expresso. This blew my mind since Bean and Barley is a literal coffee shop. This is the first Expresso Martini I've had that was out right bad, takes like rubbing alcohol with stale office coffee. - Aperol Sprtiz was so sweet and thick, tasted like just the syrup in the cup. Total prior to tip: $30 Service: 4/5 - Prompt and friendly. Ambiance: 3/5 - Not horrible but overall unimpressive. Tables were very sticky and the bench was covered in crumbs. I will never come back for cocktails but may come back to give the coffee a try (fingers crossed they don't pull out the coffee concentrate bottle). read more

Amazing space! Coffee, great drafts and awesome cocktails plus seasonal specials. Great outdoor space, indoor seating option and outside, updates and patio seating options. read more

Bean & Barley - Honeysuckle Sour - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Bean and Barley is a favorite of mine. I just left my apartment in O'Bryonville, and would go here multiple times a week. Great espresso, fun cocktails, and always a chill and quiet place to chat / study / read. The staff is very friendly, and each and every one of them make this a place worth visiting. read more

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Bean and Barley, and I must say, it was an absolute gem of a find! I lived in the area and was looking for a local coffee shop that can be my goto. They have a wide selection of coffee option, both from local roasters and abroad. They offer most of the favorites you'll find in different coffee shops, but they offer some local variations. They also cary local pastries that are brought in daily. They also have a section for beers, with plenty of option on tap. They surely will have a beer you might like. The beers come from different breweries from ohio, so you get a taste of local offerings. Its a great spot to hang out and study since it keeps a low profile through the day. It does get louder at night when people switch over to beer. I have had the pleasure of studying there and also winding down with friends. They have an upstairs and downstairs area, so plenty of seating. They offer games downstairs such as connect four and jenga. Despite the name, they also offer wine and mixed drinks, so they have something for everyone. I don't know if dogs are always allowed but I do see them inside from time to time. I think its the best chill bar that I have experienced. The service has been wonderful and I always felt welcomed. It felt peaceful and relaxing to drink Bean or Barley! read more

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Good atmosphere and friendly staff, but had to use a hotspot because of the very spotty WiFi, and coffee was 80% foam.

I looovveee it here. There is an upstairs right when you walk in (which required you to navigate one stair - just fyi if mobility/accessibility is on your list - they might have a ramp available but I'm not sure). They have a patio with seating out back and a downstairs area with seating (neither of which I explored). I think there are 6ish tables upstairs for seating and a generous amount of bar space - all equipped with plugs if you're there to do some work. Nice, spacious, and clean bathrooms too (they are "gendered" but are one person). The background music made my little millennial heart happy and was at a respectable background noise level - unlike so many places where it is simply noise to be shouted over. Acoustics were decent as at one point there were three different parties of people conversing and it was not overwhelming in terms of noise level. EXCELLENT space to catch up with a friend or two and also a great space to get some work done. Staff was very friendly and had great recommendations. Croissant pastry was delicious. They serve deeper roots coffee (which I want to love, but don't) and I got a latte that was made perfectly (just doesn't fit my personal desired flavor profile). But honestly, this is such a good spot I would pay just to hang out here... luckily you can also order an adult beverage if the mood so strikes you or if you aren't a coffee drinker. I would love to see them offer a few mocktail too but I'm sure if you have a hankering they'd be happy to fix whatever you wanted. read more

This is a great little spot. I haven't been for coffee, but the beer selection is great. Friendly service super knowledgeable and helpful. Not a huge place so I've never seen it get too noisy. A cute deck out back when the weather is warm. This is the kind of place you go with a couple friends for a couple beers and some good conversation. read more

Bean & Barley - Beers! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I came in for a quick tea to get out of the rain and get some work done. While I didn't sample anything too complex, I have to say I love atmosphere. The space is repurposed/ historic (circa 1860 if you believe the auditor data). The interior is completely redone - it's bright, airy and has really cool finishes, plus it has a bit of a view of the Torrence Parkway cliff from the back section of the bar. I really love the lacquered wood bar top which is also shared by the coffee counter. That is to say, it seems like this renovation project was very well done. O'Bryonville / East Walnut Hills are clearly getting some cool additions to the central business districts. This particular property was originally two storefronts that were joined in tandem to create the large inside space. It is so cool to see that the original historic scale/ exterior was maintained whilst adding modern interior decor and optimizing space. The concept is a bit of a fusion too: coffee in the daytime and beer at night. Now that I've had the bean (well, leaf) some night I will be back and try that barley... read more

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Great coffee/wine/beer selection! Great atmosphere. Dog friendly in basement and outdoors. Super friendly staff! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Bean & Barley - Happy hour! Music included - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great selection, friendly staff, and social-distancing approved seating! From freshly-brewed iced teas to a variety of gourmet lattes to beers, this cafe has something for everyone. My daughter strongly endorses the chocolate croissant and tangerine ginger iced tea while I like the mint green iced tea. Next time I'm planning on a marshmallow latte read more

Cute coffee shop up the street, great coffee and friendly staff. Cute place o watch games or sit outside in the decks downstairs they had games you could play. read more

Craft beer, kombucha and lattes, oh my! This place has a little bit of everything that's trending in the beverage world. While it's small and well stocked in the drink department the food variety is a bit scarce. They offer a few fluffy pastries and two different quiches. Televisions around the bar make for either a good conversation starter or a way to distract from conversation. I stopped in for an hour on a Monday night and it was packed with the Cincinnati Running Club, a couple guys working on their computers and a very lively man sharing his woes with the bar tender...and anyone else that would listen. There was also some kind of floral workshop happening in the lower level room which is typically available for extra seating. read more

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I visited Cincinnati and this place was recommended to me by a friend. I came by on A Sunday morning pretty close to opening and was glad to see that there was plenty of room on the patio. The views were ok - mostly of the surrounding suburb, but pretty much what you'd expect given where the coffee shop is located. The latte I got was delicious. If I lived in the area I'm sure this would be a regular haunt! read more

This is a great place to meet a friend, study, have a drink, enjoy happy hour, watch a game, AND listen to live music. They have monthly specials that are always a interesting as they are delicious. The sauce toss is the best deal in town, and their weekend drink specials are also a great deal. The coffee is delicious and what I usually go for. The also have gluten free and vegan snacks. On the gluten file and non-vegan side, they have amazing empanadas. Run, don't walk to check them out! read more

Bean & Barley is a great addition to O'Bryonville and a great spot to get your caffeine fix and a morning treat. Driving here? Don't sweat it, there's plenty of metered street parking outside that didn't come at a ridiculous price. The staff was super welcoming & helpful. I ordered an iced americano and a blueberry muffin. Both were delightful and gave that extra kick to my morning that I needed. There's a couple really cool things about this place that I noticed. Obviously, the word Barley indicates that this place is more that just coffee and had a great list of beers on tap (I'll definitely need to venture back to have a cold one!). Also, I can't wait to come back when it's warmer and soak in some rays in the outdoor patio area. This would definitely be an awesome patio to work and also get some Vitamin D. Can't find a table upstairs? There's extra seating downstairs as well if you can't find a table upstairs. Make sure to come check out this new gem of a cafe! read more

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I live in the area and saw Bean & Barley moving into the space, but when I went online to do research about when it was opening man it was hard to find anything! They just opened last weekend and I had to check it out. O'Bryonville needed a place like this! They serve beer and coffee! Tons of tvs in the space so great if you wanted to watch the game. I came here to get some work done and was impressed by all the detail and woodwork that went into this space. Great outdoor patio for the summer and downstairs area for working/ hanging out. Great place to stay for awhile or just stop in and grab a cup of coffee. read more

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This place is amazing! They have only been open for 2 weeks. When I first walked in, there was some construction going on. This didn't really bother me. It wasn't loud at all. I got a coffee and was greeted by the friendly worker. I just got the light roast which was only $2.50 which in my opinion reasonable for a good 16 oz coffee. I love their concept of a coffee shop/beer tap. I went downstairs where you can find more places to sit. Outlets are something I always care about and sure enough they had plenty! Ha! Free WiFi too! Be sure to ask the barista for the password. I was working away and the worker came down to check on me to make sure I wasn't too cold. We got to talking and said they are still working on things such as the draft in the basement and they are going to build a deck upstairs in hopes of possible live music one day, and also making a beer garden on the bottom floor. Such a chic, refreshing, cozy atmosphere. Absolutely love it! Perfect place to get work done or enjoy a beer/coffee. I also asked if they had any type of happy hours or anything and he said they have a lot of ideas but haven't implemented anything just yet but he does like the idea of a happy hour. So stay tuned!! They are also supporters of local brewing companies which I appreciate. In the picture attached you'll notice the chic decor. The barista also mentioned they will be adding some more decor in the near future. Right outside the door is where the beer garden will be going. To the left of that bar, there's a rack full of board games. Only downside is they only have street parking that you do have to pay for. Wish there was a parking lot but that won't take any stars away from this review. It's a perfect place for this neighborhood and I just love the concept! Definitely will be back! Be sure to check it out. read more

Bean & Barley - This is the downstairs! Love the lighting and the green couch in the back! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Bean and barley has been our go to coffee shop since it has opened up in O'Bryonville! - Great study spot - Parking available - Pet friendly - Great quiches (must try) - Love the Kombucha They also have a space at the lower level with games if needed. Little quieter and possibly rentable for private events. Great addition to my hood! read more

I went to check out Bean & Barley for an early morning coworking session with my boss. We parked at a meter across the street which I believe is $2.25 for every 2 hours. There's plenty of metered parking and even a paid parking lot across the street. When we entered the new shop, we were immediately greeted by the barista and placed our orders in a timely fashion. We each got a blueberry muffin which were heated up for us. This made a huge difference - they were delicious! I also got a latte as per usual which I was also satisfied with. The coffee shop was cozy and even has a lower level that we hung out in for a bit. The bottom level has a clean bathroom, cozy chairs, and there is an upper and lower patio for warmer months as well! If we went later on in the day I definitely would have indulged in a beer as well. There were 20 beers on tap and many were local flavors. I can't wait to go back soon for a coffee and a beer! It would definitely be a great way to end a week (or a day) of work :) read more

Bean & Barley - Bar area. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I stopped by Saturday afternoon with friend to check out the new Bean & Barley combo coffee shop/taproom in O'Bryonville. The new shop is the owners first shop in Cincinnati as they own another coffee shop and taproom in Columbus. My friend selected a matcha tea and I went with a beer. They have 18 beers, one cider and one nonalcoholic drink on tap, one of the taps is Nitro too. The tap list features a variety of beers from Columbus plus some local taps Braxton, Brink, Streetside as well as some regional Ohio beers.I enjoyed a Rockmill Belgian Pilsner from Lancaster delicious. They also had Homestead brewing from Heath, OH and Lake Rat from Celina, OH. Justin the general manager said they will have special brewery nights where they feature several taps from same brewery coming soon. They're also open to suggestions on what they should have on tap. We really enjoyed the space and looking forward to returning. Thanks Justin for the amazing service today. Welcome to Cincinnati Bean & Barley Bean & Barley just opened two weeks ago, they have a few baked goods and chips to purchase food wise, but focus on coffee & craft beer. Plus have a deck out back and downstairs area. read more

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This place is a hidden gem. Fabulous coffee and pastries. Everything from craft espresso to pour-overs all very reasonably priced. Even when very busy, the staff has time to explain the specials, origins of coffees, tasting notes, etc. Best part is that they also have beer, wine, and cocktails. All just as good as their coffee. Highly recommend their coffee specials and cocktail menu. The s'mores martini was delightful. Not too sweet, but rich and decadent. read more

Bean & Barley - S'mores martini. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Coffee, beer & kombucha; what more could you need?! Adorable little coffee shop with an outdoor patio and lower level beer garden. Offers the best of both my favorites. A coffee shop with trendy music playing in the background and a place for an afternoon beer when you're not in the mood for the noise or chaos of a brewery or bar. read more

Bean & Barley - Upstairs patio - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Great ambiance, can watch a game or go for date night. Good beer selection and the coffee is good, too. There's a lovely back patio for nice weather days. read more

I really wanted to love this place and become a daily customer but I am so uncomfortable inside because there seems to be little if any concerns for Covid. People sit inside for hours with no mask (take a sip of your coffee, slide your mask back on...you aren't eating a meal), delivery people come inside without a mask and unload and do paperwork, I even had one experience where a customer walked in and immediately took of his mask while ordering and the barista said nothing. It's confusing because there seem to be nice big windows to help ventilation, but everyone seems content on pretending a pandemic isn't happening in this coffee shop. The coffee is fine if you can get in and out quickly but I don't think it's worth the risk. I'll happily come back when there isn't a pandemic. read more

Love coming here in the summer to grab a nitro cold brew and sit out on the patio with friends! The bartenders are always super nice and the coffee is some of the better I've had in the city. There is plenty of seating inside and out and they usually have a quiche of the day that's always been delicious, no matter the fillings. I haven't had the "barley" (beer) part yet, but I hope to come one afternoon for a drink!! read more

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Cute newish spot in O'Bryonville. We've never tried the coffee side, but have been in for beers a few times. They always have a wide variety on tap and some beers you've never seen anywhere else. You can get a variety of pours from tiny to pint sized. The staff is super friendly and always remembers us from previous visits. There's also a cool deck on the back. The only negative, the inside lighting is pretty bright for evening. We're fans, we'll be back! read more

Pretty chill coffee cafe or beer bar depending on what you want. Visited Bean & Barley as I was in the area and saw a social media post of its grand opening weekend. When you walk in, you'll see a similar coffee bar setup with ordering at the counter. But you can continue just a few steps in and around the corner and you'll find the other half of the business, 20 rotating beer taps and bar top seating. During my visit I only ordered drinks from the beer menu, so not much of a review on the coffee. I can mention that this place is not a coffee roaster, but they have a variety of blends some being local & single origin coffee beans. Decided on ordering the Sexy Weekend. Being a table style beer it was easy to drink with a slice of pie. Also not that they currently are selling slices of pie and quiche from O pie O. I've tried twice to visit O pie O, so at least I was able to get it here. Plenty of seating from low tables near electrical outlets for working, bar tops, outdoor patio and a sub level that's setup like more of a lounge. A new welcome business in o'bryonville on right I. Madison Rd. read more

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