I drove an hour from Northampton, MA to try the chocolates covered banana iced latte w marshmallow…read morecold foam- it was the BEST latte I've had in so long. This man makes a MEAN latte, 10/10, I tried to take a photo but I chugged half of the coffee before I even got out of the parking lot! This was the kind of latte you're up in the middle of the night thinking about drinking it in the morning.

"Nothing you could say could tear me away from my guy…read moreNothing you could do, 'cause I'm stuck like glue to my guy" (Mary Wells) We took a morning coffee break, and had a wonderful time chatting, relaxing, sipping our drinks, and enjoying the friendly, mellow, and very chill atmosphere at the Café by New England Coffee Guy. They have plenty of seating, some upholstered furniture and we saw a few Friday morning telecommuters working on their laptops and sipping their coffees. Our order was a Chai Latte and a Cold Brew - each was $5. The pours were very large, and I swear that my cold brew was the very best I've ever had. I love coffee, drinking it hot or cold, and what I had here is in my all-time Top Five Percent. It was that good. I had a sip of my wife's Chai Latte and thought it was excellent as well. What really impressed me were the flavors of both drinks- not overpowering, but strong enough to appreciate them. The Coffee Guy has it all - specialty coffees, matcha, chai, espresso drinks, and pastries and sweet treats to pair with your coffee cup. We couldn't resist grabbing a few on our way out, and we took home a box with a Spinach croissant, iced blueberry scone, and a cruffin (croissant/muffin hybrid). We loved our visit to the Coffee Guy, and I was so impressed by the total experience, I just subscribed to their newsletter. So the next time we're looking for a midday break or afternoon pick-me-up..... I know a guy!

Came here again as part of the a Hartford coffee crawl. I got the Costa Rican coffee with a shot of…read morebrown sugar cinnamon. Coffee should definitely be enjoyed in store and not on the go to experience the drip and siphon pot ways of brewing I forgot to specify that I wanted cream/milk in it so it came out black and I could really taste the coffees full flavor. Parking can be a struggle

I had a brief, but very positive first experience at Victus Coffee. I had heard great things from…read morefriends so I was excited to give them a try, and it was also one of the participating shops in the Hartford coffee crawl. I went to their downtown Hartford location. The space itself was comfortable, and the service was warm and welcoming. They don't offer as many specialty drinks or flavors as other places, but that's okay. Just keep that in mind. I ordered the honey mint cold brew. It was extremely straight forward, but also extremely tasty. The coffee was strong and had great depth of flavors. Very good quality coffee. The mint and honey complimented and highlighted it, playing only supporting roles. So that was all great. Unfortunately, the parking and traffic challenges that come with the downtown location will keep me from returning as often as I would like to. But if I were in the area, I'd happily make the stop! I have heard equally wonderful things about their Glastonbury location, though, so I'm excited to give that one a try too. If you're in the area, or just up to the Hartford traffic and parking, I would highly recommend Victus.

First time coming here and was surprised with the cute ambiance and esthetic…read more I got the Salted brown sugar latte, it was good. Topped with a bit of sea salt, it was the perfect blend. There is a little library, with a take one leave on option, a community donation of art supplies and crafts as well as their mission to the community. Came here as part of the Hartford coffee crawl, and looks are deceiving, because of the street parking situation. I would have easily missed this sport driving downtown if not for the pass.

I Stopped here to grab a drink while on a Hartford coffee crawl. I enjoyed a shot of espresso and…read morean everything bagel with cream cheese. My partner got a salted brown sugar iced latte . This cafe is definitely unique. It has an art studio in the back of the cafe. The Parking is kind of hard to find because it's on a main rd in Hartford. Staff were friendly but forgot about my bagel. I ended up waiting a long time for my bagel with cream cheese. I had reminded staff once but they still continued to stock items and take other orders before preparing mine. Staff did apologize and thank me for my patience after all was said and done.

Peaceful little shop located on Pratt St. After my walk through Bushnell Park today I ventured over…read moreto Bloom for a bite and an iced coffee. Fresh floral arrangements, specialty niche gifts and goodies available for purchase and a quiet quaint refreshing atmosphere.

I recently attended an event at Bloom Bake Shop, and it was such a lovely experience. They have a…read morecozy little area upstairs that's perfect for small gatherings, complete with a comfy couch and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Afterwards I stay downstairs and experienced the coffee shop. I ordered a gluten-free breakfast sandwich, which was really good. The bread was a bit firm, but I actually appreciated that since most gluten-free bread tends to fall apart. This one held up nicely. My honey latte was absolutely delicious, smooth, perfectly sweet, and beautifully made. There's also a cute outdoor seating area, great for relaxing with coffee on a nice day. Parking is on the street around the corner, since the street the shop is on is closed to cars and open to pedestrians only, which adds to the charm of the area. You order at the counter, get a number, and they bring your food right to your table. When you're finished, you clear your own dishes to the bin, which keeps the place tidy. I also noticed the staff going around regularly wiping tables and keeping everything clean and welcoming. Overall, Bloom Bake Shop has a great vibe, tasty food, and friendly service. Definitely worth checking out!

Great coffee, atmosphere and service! Excellent breakfast sandwiches - I've had most of them and…read morenever been disappointed!

I'm grateful to live close enough to J René that I can walk or bike here without issue. This is a…read moretown with many great coffee options, and J René is arguably the best, depending on what you're into. It's more expensive than a Dunkin or Starbucks... of course. I can't believe some of the reviews. The coffee is roasted in house, the syrups are from scratch. If they could fit a cow in their (way too small) parking lot they'd probably have fresh milk and cream, too! Went in yesterday for a work meeting and the service was even better than usual. The vibe and atmosphere here is great for meetings, business or casual. My associate and I split a Siphon Pot to start. If you have the time, this is the very best way to enjoy your coffee. It really pulls the flavor out of the beans, on par with a pour over or aeropress, but it's also perfect for sharing. Afterwards, we both got Cortados, which were excellent, and I brought ice coffee back to the office for the man we left behind to run things. He sighed happily after sipping it, commenting that he could tell it was from J René. Why not 5 stars? The food is ok but I'm not a big fan of the pastries I've tried here. They're "fine". Normally my wife will get one and I'll try a bite or two. She's really into croissants and won't get them from here, saying they're a waste of money. The prices can feel a little steep here, especially compared to other good, local spots. Lastly, the parking lot is so tiny and during busy times of day the road can get crowded as well.

There's such a wide variety of drinks here that it actually took me a while to decide what to…read moreorder. The staff are very friendly, and the café itself is clean, welcoming, and comfortable. There are lots of seating options both indoors and outdoors, which is a nice plus. I tried the Island glow Refresher and really liked it -- very tasty, but quite sweet, and the syrup settled at the bottom so it needed a good stir. I also had the Honey Bun Latte, which was just okay for me; there was a bit too much cinnamon, and I could feel the grains on my tongue. They do have a Banana Brûlée Latte on the menu that I definitely want to come back and try. Overall, a great spot, and I'm looking forward to returning and exploring more of the menu.

I had a very pleasant first visit to DoNo Cafe this morning. It was a fairly spacious cafe with a…read morevariety of seating options from tables to couches, and it's pleasantly decorated. I just ordered a large iced latte to go, their banana brûlée. I appreciated the homemade banana syrup. It was quite tasty, & reasonably priced for a 24 oz. The baristas were very welcoming and friendly. It was just a nice stop. Zero complaints. It's not a super convenient location downtown, with limited street parking (I got lucky today), but I would definitely go back.

Best coffee really cool place pastries were really good fast and good service the lady up front was…read morenice took the time to help me with what I wanted

i really like their matcha and their flavor options. would definitely be back the coffee is amazing…read morereally cute shop by the way crema de cafe was out of this world

I've gone to Rebel Dog twice and I've gotten a Mocha and a Honey Lavender Latte. Both were…read moreflavorful and delicious. The staff is kind and the inside is a great place to sit and enjoy a beverage. It is weird to access as to park you need to go behind the American Eagle bank.

Rebel Dog is a really nice coffee spot, and I can definitely see why it gets busy. The location is…read moregreat, there's plenty of parking, and the big patio with lots of tables and umbrellas is a definite plus. That said, the coffee itself was just *eh* for me. Nothing terrible, but nothing that made me think, "I need to come back for this." I was also pretty disappointed that most of the breakfast Danish, muffins, etc. were already sold out. And apparently the only cold foam option was flavored, which wasn't really what I was looking for. The staff I interacted with were very nice, which I appreciated. I did notice that right after taking my order, one of the employees was checking her cell phone. Maybe it's allowed, but seeing phones being used out front where customers are standing was a little surprising to me. And one other thing that caught my eye... there was a Dunkin' Donuts bag sitting on the back bar behind the barista. Not exactly the impression I'd want to see at a specialty coffee shop! Overall, Rebel Dog has a lot going for it--the atmosphere, patio, parking, and location are all great. It definitely got busy while I was there, so clearly people are enjoying it. For me, though, the coffee and overall experience didn't quite live up to the hype. I'd probably give it another try, but I'm not rushing back.