Fantastic local coffee shop in town. Warm, cozy welcoming atmosphere with well made coffee drinks Cortado was outstanding and the service was with heart and a smile above and beyond. Definitely a 5 star experience! Thank you Black Coffee Lounge! read more

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I started parking and walking to my downtown office in the morning and this day I decided to make Black Coffee my stop for morning fuel. I decided on the Purple Haze and chai muffin because they both caught my eye at the front counter. The Barista was kind and mindful, asking me for the correct spelling of my name as he took my order (bonus points for that). It wasn't a long wait for my order because I don't believe the regular morning crowd had arrived just yet. As I left and took that first sip...mmm mmm, I was blown away. Now I know some will say it's just coffee, but I will argue and say it's more than that. None of the ingredients were overpowering each other, and the taste of coffee itself wasn't overly present. It was just what I needed that morning. After I reached my office, before I dove into that heavenly muffin, I snapped a picture (sorry the drink was just too good). I enjoyed the chai in the muffin and am glad that small bites have been added to the menu to pair with the drinks. Black Coffee will be on my list to try other things on the menu as I start my new morning routine this summer walking to the office. I don't know if I'll be able to break away from that Purple Haze though read more

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Nice vibe. Good service. I got the 12oz Wakanda coffee and it tastes very high quality. Being in the space really helps you to appreciate black culture and support black owned businesses read more

Cozy spot, welcoming and friendly service, and the best hot chocolate I've had in a long time!!

I coffee shops if you can't tell if you follow my adventures. This one doesn't disappoint. I'm always looking for a cozy place to work from most of the time. This place fits that. Super nice staff and great vibes. Four stars for me because im not much for coffee flavor itself the other stuff in it is what makes me happy like white chocolate mochas. Caramel lattes etc....the flavor just wasn't there for my caramel latte, it was bitter with lack of the caramel flavor. They may have the best coffee you have had if you are the black with a little something in it. Give it a go! read more

Black Coffee Lounge - a view of the outside of the building - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Such a cool spot! I needed coffee and this was one of the first spots that was recommended. The coffee was delicious!! I was on a schedule so I couldn't stay long but when I'm in the area, I'll be back. read more

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Short & sweet review to highlight the many wonderful things about this coffee shop. The location is great, the staff is incredibly friendly, and the coffee is made with care. It's pretty easy to find street parking nearby, since this shop is on the corner of Elm and Ninth. I stopped here to work remotely for a few hours on a Thursday, and I would definitely come here regularly. There was smooth R&B playing, which totally amplifies the creative, community vibe this place has. I love the wall mural and the decorative art that highlight Black culture. The prices are also right on ... I ordered a "Woah Latte" and a bagel with cream cheese, and spent about $10. The barista was extremely thorough, asking what type of milk I preferred, and how to spell my name. I also love that they feature desserts from Sweet Petit! I'll definitely be back to the intersection of Community & Culture very soon! read more

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I got coconut cream latte and my husband had iced caramel latte. Both made almond milk. He loves his sweet coffee and it was made to his liking. He is pretty hard to please when it comes to coffee. Mine was great. Had good flavor. read more

This was my first time checking out black coffee lounge and it was such a cool and unique experience! The service was exceptional as everyone I had encountered was very endearing and polite. It gave off such chill vibes as music played throughout the building and the workers were singing, dancing, and having a good time all while keeping up on their orders. There are some very intriguing art pieces on the walls to look at too! I ordered a swirl latte which was steamed milk with caramel and dark chocolate and I added oat milk to mine. It was very delicious and the perfect temperature! I also had a chocolate muffin which was delicious and the opposite of dry for those who hate the "m" word 10/10 recommend checking this place out if you're in the area! read more

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Nice coffee, dope vibe, great people, fantastic service and in a super nice area of town.

A great downtown coffee shop still delivering great drinks and bites in these pandemic times. Love the Woah! Latte, so smooth and so balanced with caramel and vanilla. A mid-day small kept me going for the rest of the day. You want to talk the talk or walk the walk. If it is the latter get your rear-end down to this community-centered shop. read more

Black Coffee Lounge - Soon we can set and enjoy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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(4) ~ very good local coffee MENU: ** "Wokeanda" House Blend Coffee (Large) = (4) very good quality ** Sun Love Strawberry Limeade Sea Moss Drink = (4) very refreshing read more

Awesome coffee and excellent service! Cute little coffee lounge that has delicious coffee, has friendly service and plays great music. What more could you want?! I stopped in today to pick up an Iced Coffee. I noticed all the yummy looking pastries and cookies in the display case on the counter and decided on a Red Velvet Cookie. My husband resisted the treats but ordered an Espresso. My iced coffee was blended perfectly. Rich, creamy and sweet, but not cloyingly so. It was absolutely delicious! My husband enjoyed his espresso too. They use La Terza coffee, which is excellent coffee and a favorite of ours. They sell it here by the bag also. They adhere to all pandemic protocols and there is plenty of parking nearby. We will definitely stop in again for more great coffee! read more

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Needed to warm up and get a caffeine fix after a cold wait in line for sneakers. I had seen Black Coffee Lounge features on the Yelp Cincy Instagram page and knew I wanted to give them a try. This would be the perfect place to sit, work, and ppl watch while just taking in the vibe. There's tables to be productive and couches to chill. There's definitely a hip hop vibe throughout the whole shop, from the "It Was All A Bean" sign in the window to the music playing. I am a sucker for a lavender latte and theirs is definitely top 5. The staff was great about offering suggestions and they were super patient when I was being indecisive. read more

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I am so glad I finally got to try this place! I just stopped in to grab an afternoon pick-me-up included in the yelp elite event and it was great! The staff were super friendly, greeted me right as I walked in and took my order. She was very quick to give me the milk options for my swirl latte, including their non-dairy options. The swirl latte is amazing, Carmel and dark chocolate, not too sweet with wonderful flavor. They also had some really yummy looking bakery options, I can't wait to go back and try more menu items. I'd definitely recommend stopping in and supporting this locally owned coffee shop! The place is super cool, once the pandemic has calmed down this would be an awesome place to meet friends and hang out, I love the art work on the walls and the overall vibe, I'm looking forward to my next visit. read more

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I've visited this coffee shop a few times, and each visit has been enjoyable. Although I only tried their baked goods once and found them to be pretty average, their house-blend coffee has become a favorite of mine. I've had it multiple times, and it's pretty bold. The atmosphere here is relatively chill, making it an ideal spot to relax with a book, have a meeting, or catch up with a friend. It's a versatile space that caters well to different needs, whether you're looking for a quiet moment alone or a place to connect with others over a cup of coffee. read more

Cute spot! Very welcoming. Gingerbread latte was amazing for a holiday treat. Will def be back

Love this addition to Cincy! The environment is so friendly and comfortable. The employees are extremely friendly and personable. It makes the visit so much better. I have gotten the lavender latte and the whoa! The lavender latte was a perfect balance of sweetness & floral. The WHOA was on the sweeter side but still amazing! I also got the vegan chai muffin which was very delicious. I have found a new favorite place. I can't wait for this place to open up fully, it'll be a great place to hang out and drink delicious coffee! read more

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Awesome vibes and great customer service. Love supporting a black owned business. Great coffee favors with milk alternatives. Cute decor inside. read more

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I LOVE IT HERE! From the ambience to the friendly staff to the awesome, best in class drinks. Today, my son enjoyed his Iced Mocha Latte and I enjoyed my Chai Latte with Almond Milk. Honestly, Black Coffee blows the national coffee houses out of the water. SUPPORT LOCAL. read more

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This shop is amazing! Such a cute vibe and the employees are great and make some amazing coffee! I was debating between a few lattes and the barista recommended the gingerbread latte and it was AWESOME! So fragrant and tasty, definitely recommending all my friends go here. Also got the veggie quiche which the barista recommended to get toasted and it was fantastic! So tasty with a little crispy crunch. Also they perfectly toasted their bagels which really is just the cherry on top. read more

Black Coffee Lounge - Iced coffee with cream and sugar, green tea, and gingerbread latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I'm a new Cincy girl‼ I've been exploring coffee shops, since I arrived 6+ months ago. Black Coffee Lounge is #1 - drink selection, taste, location, stellar customer service, and all-around, low-key chill vibes. If you kick off at the Black Coffee Lounge you'll be super pumped for your day. read more

Found this place on our way to a futbol match at TQL Stadium. Great atmosphere, service, and coffee!!

Fantastic coffee shop! Coffee was superior and one of the best lattes I've had. The vibe is chill and intimate and extremely welcoming. The barista was so kind and engaging and so sweet to my 2yo son. If I lived in Cincy I would make this my regular coffee shop. This will definitely be a stop any time I'm passing through. Well done Black Coffee Lounge! read more

Friday favorite stop in the am. Great coffee and food to start the day. Always super friendly and fast service! Seating now open again so plenty of room to hang out, catch up on email (free wifi!) and enjoy the music. Highly recommended morning stop!! read more

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Fantastic coffee, excellent customer service, and great variety on the menu. The staff was super accommodating and provided an excellent customer service experience. The establishment takes safety seriously and had appropriate precautions in place to help prevent the spread of Covid. I had the whoa latte, it was delicious! It was creamy, not overly hot, and had a great warming sensation...perfect for the cold winter day. I look forward to coming back soon. The only thing preventing a 5* is that the coffee is more expensive than I anticipated. This may be due to its location being in down town Cincinnati. Regardless, if I've got the extra cash on me I would certainly be back at the lounge! read more

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Black Coffee is stellar! It's been on my list of must-tries for well over a year, and this morning I finally had a chance to stop in. I tried the pumpkin latte with oat milk and it was amazingly creamy, spiced, and rich. This doesn't have the over the top sweet flavor that plagues a lot of other PSLs. The pumpkin flavor comes right through and it really takes like fall, and more importantly, coffee. The atmosphere is wonderful and the service is great as well. Black Coffee is a must try! read more

Black Coffee Lounge - Pumpkin Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I'm forever and always looking for Black owned businesses to support, which is how we initially ended up here... BUT we are 100% coming back because the coffee and treats were top-notch! First of all, the service was incredible. The ladies working greeted us warmly and walked us through their popular menu options as well as their fall menu. I wish I could've gotten it all!! We both ended up getting the WOAH! (caramel + vanilla latte) and that drink is worthy of its name. I'm already looking forward to grabbing another soon! Speaking of getting another, make sure that if you get their pumpkin muffin, you get two. They're big... but they're so good you'll want seconds! I can't believe it's vegan! COVID: They've got a great system going. Masks must be worn. You walk in and are immediately at a table at least 6ft away from the baristas. They take your order and have contactless payment. Then you wait outside and they put you drink out through a window. Safe and easy. Great job!! Seriously so impressed with this place. We'll be back tomorrow (or maybe later today)! read more

Black Coffee Lounge - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Cute little cafe! A chill quiet environment. Coffee was very good. I liked their menu choices. Niche little things!

As others have said, awesome vibes here! The staff is very friendly and talked to us a bunch about Cincinnati. We loved the drinks, too. If we're ever in Cincinnati again, this will be our first stop for a cup of coffee and to chill out. read more

Cute little storefront on the outskirts of downtown Cincinnati. I was feeling so lucky because parking was available. right in front of the store. Folks working here are super nice. The atmosphere reminded me of a dance club and museum combined. I'd call it 'cultural' as in related to arts and intellectual achievements. They chatted with me and a couple other customers while they made our coffees and lattes. The drink and cupcake I got were deeeee..... wait for it... liciius! The swirl latte was my drink of choice, I am a lover of caramel and dark chocolate. I picked up the vegan chai latte muffin for the lovely Mrs and it was so rich, moist(yep I said the word that everybody hates) and tasty. Next time we drove down to Cincinnati, I'll definitely drop by again. read more

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Black Coffee Lounge is near my work, and while I'm not a daily coffee drinker, there are moments when I have cravings for an iced latte or something. Everytime I am here, I do wish I had the money and the ability to be a daily coffee drinker because this place is incredible. Let's start with the folks there. They are the friendliest and have found that they always find a way to make me laugh. Even when the technology is down, they are so accommodating and ensuring that you have a good time in the space. The space itself is just right. The vibes are always phenom! Great music, awesome artwork, and a good view with so much natural light coming in. The drinks have never disappointed me, which is always a plus for me. It was such a surprise to find that they also have food. As such, I've made it a place to come by for when I don't pack a lunch to work. Overall, big fan of this place! read more

I'm not sure why I had never reviewed this spot, but only after the Yelp event did I realize that they're missing on my list! I've been here a number of times, both for quick takeout and to meet friends for drinks. I've never once not had a super comfortable, friendly experience - the staff and the quality of drinks are both top notch. What I found out from the event is that the cookies are too. I've since added them to my visits when I stop in. read more

I enjoy meeting in this space and it has become a regular spot for me as a remote worker. They have a stamp card that they just started as well so plan to use that. Small but cozy environment. I love the chai muffin and tea. Not a huge coffer drinker but good tea selections. I also love love love those red velvet cookies, not sure if that is the official name. They are the treats that get you in trouble. The staff I have met has been friendly. There is a steady flow so don't have a real opportunity to engage them. Overall good customer service. I do plan to continue to support this local business and try not to gain too much weight in the process. read more

Yep. Yes. Okay! A new coffee shop coming to the downtown area is definitely serving up some tasty treats. I tried a few different items today and will definitely be back. The red velvet cookie and the oatmeal cookie are both outstanding. Incredibly soft and delicate little cookie sammiches with creme in the middle that makes you want to climb into the treat case and snuggle all the cookie friends. The kona house blend is a nice bold flavor. Definitely for the dark roast fans, bit not bitter or burned, more heavy flavor which I like. A little half and half and call it a day. However, the chocolate peppermint latte is where my devotion lives. That puppy is chock full of flavor in all the best ways. It's like a peppermint patty and a fancy chocolate bar were like "let's start a family." And I am here for it. They also had a sneak peak of ice cream. @Sunny Blu mixed their house blend with vanilla ice cream and it is subtle and delish. They let me know the ice cream will be offered in store by the pint, scoop, or affogato soon! Yes please and thank you. Get in here already. read more

I can't wait until this place reopens for regular service because the ambiance is so inviting. It's a bit small, but you can usually find a seat. There's always something artistic happening, be it spoken word or an abstract painting being created in front of you. I just had the regular house coffee and it was really good, but I can't wait to try one of the craft drinks. The food menu looked good too with vegan options also. You can buy a gift card for later use and they're doing limited carryout, so check them out. read more

Ok Wow. This place is so cool! This was my first time actually inside, the first time I was too late and it was closed. The decor is effortlessly perfect, and the staff was really nice and accommodating. I'm lactose intolerant, and they let me change my provided option without hesitation. I got a cold brew and an apple turnover. No pictures to provid, just know it was delicious! read more

Stopped in again and ordered a London Fog. They used black tea, and it wasn't as creamy/frothy as some I've had other places. What I did like, though, was that it wasn't too sweet like some I've tried at other coffee shops! read more

Black Coffee Lounge - London Fog - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We are from out of town and love visiting new, local Coffee shops. The staff were very welcoming, answered all our questions thoroughly, and were very kind. They had incredible artwork and murals inside their shop and awesome merch. We will definitely stop by when we're in the area- this is worth the trip read more

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What a cool space! Great atmosphere! Chai Tea Late was delicious. Turkey quiche was amazing. Service was friendly and appreciative. Can't say a bad thing about this place at all. Love it! read more