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    Café Cravings

    4.3 (88 reviews)
    Closed • 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago
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    CAFÉ CRAVINGS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Grilled turkey pesto on panini
    Anne B.

    This is the spot. At the corner of Bigham and Virginia, high atop Mount Washington neighborhood of Pittsburgh sits the cute independent small neighborhood business of Café Cravings Gourmet Coffee Shop-Pittsburgh Stop by for a seasonal beverage - the espresso and lattes or drip coffee, smoothies, frappes, or something from the cooler. Have a biscotti, pastry from the case, or a treat from the shelf. Order a sandwich: breakfast, deli, or panini. There's several on the menu, and it's customizable! It's a warm friendly welcoming place to visit!! Tip: maybe carpool or walk this little business area can be booming!

    Abby A.

    Nice stop in mount Washington by Chatham village. Service was quick and breakfast options were good. This was a busy place and you can tell it's a preferred place for congregation and drinks locally. Walkability is great, I'd drop by again.

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    Very good coffee and expressive-based drinks, hot or cold. Very cute, bohemian decor. Cozy neighborhood coffee house!

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    Matthew H.

    Very cute full-service coffee shop. Excellent customer service. Very large selection of offerings, both food and beverages. At the corner of Virgina and Bigham. You might drive right by it because the outside blends in to its surroundings. That would be a mistake. Stop and give this independent some love!

    Coffee and reading material

    First of all the ambiance the people and young lady that works up front not sure if she is the owner but she obviously cares about her patrons the coffee and service. We came in from out of town for a festival and felt very welcomed . The specialty drinks ( Banana Foster and Creamy Caramel) some of the best coffee drinks I have had in a long time . Too bad I had to go 700 miles to get it lol

    Beautiful place
    Raquel L.

    Very cozy and warm place for breakfast. The young lady was very pleasant and our breakfast was fast and delicious PERFECT! Chai tea was delicious Love this place

    Sunday Dinner -  Jerk Chicken served with zucchini cakes (locally grown zucchini), Caribbean style black and red beans.
    David B.

    Sometimes extraordinary service prompts an updated review. I have loved Cafe Cravings over the years, but during the Pandemic, their service and sense of community shines even more. On top of that, the food and drink are the best, they use the freshest ingredients. I tried their Sunday Dinner yesterday, and it was delightful. Make sure you RSVP by 11 am on Saturday so they can plan. Over the years they have been so friendly and welcoming, I hope you get more chances to visit, too.

    Green Tea Chiller
    Brianna R.

    A quaint, neighborhood coffee shop. The green tea chiller is absolutely fantastic and the women who work there are great people. When I come back to Pittsburgh, this will definitely be a stop. Thank y'all!

    Capachino
    Carrie N.

    Adorable little coffee shop in Mount Washington. We stopped here before heading to brunch because I was craving a crafted coffee. The shop's menu is impressive considering the cozy size. The atmosphere is very beatnik meets eclectic. The brick exterior and tree lines sidewalks reminds you of simpler times in a small town neighborhood. It's so perfect it should be in every town. I ordered a French Vanilla Cappuccino. The pricing was in line with large chains but I am much happier spending it at a shop such as this than any of those establishments. We sat and sipped our coffees and people watched. Seems they have their fair share of regulars. One man came in with his French Bulldog and enjoyed his coffee while studying the morning paper. The dog was well behaved and oh so cute. I was a little surprised he was allowed inside but it certainly didn't bother me. They had many food items that looked and sounded quite good, but we were going to brunch afterwards so we just enjoyed our drinks. My only, and small complaint, would be I wish they had mugs to drink from. The paper cups are great if you're on the go, but to sit and drink there I would have preferred a mug. However, great shop, love supporting local shops such as this.

    DJ J.

    Great little coffee shop that serves bagels, breakfast sandwiches and sandwiches or paninis for lunch. The sign posted indicated Boars Heads meats. It was late morning and just stopped in for a tea and bagel. Fresh bagel was great and tea was wonderful on a cold snowy morning.

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    Kristen E.

    Charming neighborhood gem for breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon drink. If you're a regular, the staff will know your name and order. Come early if you want a baked good, as everything but the croissants and biscotti seems to go quickly on the weekends. Can recommend the paninis as hot and filling (the potato chips that come with them are thicker than most but otherwise unremarkable). Fair prices and friendly staff. Flat entrance if I remember correctly, but the bathroom is not wheelchair accessible.

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    Banana nut latte is awesome. Very reasonably priced establishment. Breakfast sammies are great.

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    The best neighborhood cafe! Cheap prices, the nicest staff, and solid food. Must visit on the Mount!

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    ordered 2 sandwiches---took maybe 20 minutes. i think he was only using one hand. order ahead or from somewhere else. yikes

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    I love this place; everyone is very friendly, and the coffee and food items are good. My favorite is the iced lavender latte.

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