Cute coffee shop in the Strip with a great food menu as well! I recently had a cappuccino and the halloumi panini and they were delicious. De Fer has a cool vibe as well - friendly staff and a nice atmosphere to work in. Only down side to coming here is the parking situation (as is with any place in the Strip now). Might have to do a couple of laps or pay to park in a lot if it's the weekend! read more

De Fer Coffee - Halloumi panini and cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Staff had hair down that didn't look very clean. Certain staff kept touching his hair and then making food/drinks. Underneath fingernails were also very dirty. Please have staff pull hair back, not very appealing to customers. read more

De Fer is such a cute space! Unlike most coffee shops in the strip, there is ample seating indoors and a few seats outside. They have a range of coffee options from nitro cold brew to pour over plus some fun seasonal items. I loved the bergamont lemon latte. Next time, I will need to try the food! read more

De Fer Coffee - Lemon bergamot latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The food here is amazing apart form the good coffee. The ambiance is always casual. Today I started with the butternut squash hand pie for dinner it was a bit dry but good. Then i had the chai tea cake and it was sooo amazing!!!!! read more

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Wonderful coffee shop! De Fer is one of the best coffee shops I tried in Pittsburgh despite stiff competition. Their espresso was perfect - not burnt, not too strong, not watered down. The service was awesome; the baristas are all super friendly and are obviously really good at making coffee! The open-air seating area gives it an indoor-outdoor feel that is perfect for meeting friends, reading, or studying. read more

De Fer Coffee - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Ham & cheese focaccia was pretty good. The bread was light, the fillings were pretty generous & it was fragrant, with a nice garlic note read more

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Ok, bias alert. I drink their Sons of Vulcan espresso nearly every morning and it's their standard blend in all the espresso drinks. It's in my opinion a perfectly designed blend for any espresso based drink. You won't regret buying a bag, or 6. Let's talk the breakfast Sammy. It's otherworldly and I'm a sucker for smoked Gouda(pronounced how-da???). The English muffin is crispy and the sauce... chef's kiss**. The baristas really listen for example if you have a preference for something less sweet or more sweet. They know the drinks. So ask them questions if you're unsure. The space in the Strip is amazing and they sometimes have live music. Go early, it gets crowded for tables on weekends. read more

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Such a great ambiance here. Loved their merch. Baristas were friendly, there's plenty of seating in the cafe. Matcha is super good, although unsweetened for anyone wondering. They also serve free babychinos which was a nice offering too! read more

De Fer Coffee - Matcha and babychino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

De fer had a cool hipster vibe to it. Did not get any food but instead got 3 iced coffees with two of my buddies. We thought the coffee was okay nothing spectacular. The barista served our coffee with a smile. read more

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De Fer Coffee & Tea is definitely on my "Top 5 Coffee Shops in Pittsburgh" list! Although they're not JUST a coffee shop; they're more of a "coffee shop meets cafe meets cocktail bar" kind of place. It sounds like a lot, but trust me: it works for them. Here are some of the most important things to know about De Fer: their menu is eclectic and amazing (more on this shortly!); there's a decent amount of seating for those of us who want to sit down with our order and/or work on our laptops; and also, the staff maintains a good-sized shopping area. Items for sale include spices, sweets, candles, locally made apparel and art, tea and coffee, etc. Because the shelves of goods are located across from the main bar, it's easy to browse while you're in line waiting to order (or just in general if it's not too busy). Food and drink-wise, this is honestly one of the only coffee shops where I periodically have trouble making a final selection! De Fer has a great line-up of traditional coffee drinks, seasonal beverages, and smoothies to choose from. And if you want to pair your beverage with a meal or snack? Your options range from a sampling of different kinds of toast, to breakfast favorites (think oatmeal and frittatas), to sandwiches, to baked goods. Did I mention yet that it's all so, so good? (Disclaimer: I haven't really ordered a lot of alcoholic drinks from De Fer so I can't comment on them - know that they're also part of the menu as long as you're not ordering to-go.) The only drawback to De Fer's flagship location is that getting to and from the Strip, and parking in it, can be a pain. I'm crossing my fingers for a shop to open a little closer to me one day since they've been able to expand into a few other neighborhoods. But until then, I'm willing to make the trek periodically to treat myself to their amazing creations. They're in my Top 5 Coffee Shops in Pittsburgh for a reason, after all! read more

De Fer Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

One of the best coffee shops in the Burgh. Stellar employees and a great selection of coffee drinks, and now some alcoholic bevs, too! They have a food menu, a great selection of coffee-related gifts for sale and ample room inside. My favorite thing is coming across an empty table outside (there are only a few) and people watching when the weather is warm. read more

De Fer Coffee - lattes outside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Great place to refuel in the Strip District. Things you should know: I. PARKING There's street parking along The Terminal but it fills up quick II. SERVICE Friendly III. QUALITY Rich & dense. If you don't like your coffee as strong, they have plenty of milk & alternative options. IV. CAPACITY Very busy ~ business is good read more

De Fer Coffee - Cold Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I really wanted to like the coffee here but I was having a slight goldilocks situation with the sweetness. Ordered an ice vanilla latte and at first I couldn't taste any of the vanilla at all, normally I don't make too much fuss but I did pay for the syrup so I went back and asked for more. Then, they dumped syrup in making it too sweet. I bought another latte just so I could mix the two and balance out the sweetness...... I did hear great reviews about this place and the latte was very strong with coffee taste so maybe it was just a fluke. I'm very open to trying this place out again as the interior and service was good! Will have to update the review when I get the chance. read more

De Fer Coffee - Interior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I like this place. Although this location is hidden and not easy to notice, their service is great. I ordered a small sized Caramel Macchiato and it was delicious. The staff is great. They are fast and friendly. The ambiance is really nice and cozy. It's clean and cute. I could see myself doing some work in my laptop, while enjoying their coffee. I would definitely go back! read more

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I really like this place. It is conveniently located between me and my best friend. We go at least once a month if not more. Your experience at De Fer will vary GREATLY depending on the day and time you go. Finding parking is always tricky in the strip no matter when you visit. De Fer has a calm and hipster vibe as many of the other reviewers mentioned. The brick walls with lots of local art, items for sale , and gallery lighting are cool. The baristas are nice and service is smooth. In addition to really terrific coffee, they have wine, cocktails, specialty non-caffeinated drinks and flavored coffees. The small menu includes a breakfast panini that I highly recommend. It has a diverse mix of ingredients which blend perfectly. One drawback is that seating is super-tight and there isn't much outside space to put tables. We usually order, cross over to the Terminal, and sit in the big Adirondack chairs. Great people watching and dog-petting spots! read more

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Best oat milks lattes around! Service tends to be fast and friendly. Get De Fer "for here" to enjoy the vibe and take your time with the food/drinks. read more

This place was an instant favorite of mine on my most recent visit to Pittsburgh. Coffee and cocktails!? What's not to like? On the weekend the line was long but moved fast with friendly staff behind the counter. On my two visits, I tried the rose vanilla latte iced and a pour-over selection. I can't remember exactly what the pour-over was but it was the barista's recommendation and at the top of the weekly list. Very good and unlike anything else I've had before. Always trust the barista's recommendation. I'm a sucker for hand-selected craft products and De Fer didn't disappoint. On the wall, they had a wonderful yet random selection of canned fish, loose leaf teas, candles, art, cocktail mixers, and more. I hope my next visit happens post-COVID so I can try out some cocktails and food because the menu looked delicious. read more

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This space is so cute and the staff is SO NICE! The pastries and sandwiches are very generous in size and delicious. There's also a wall opposite the service area where you can grab an eclectic variety of gifts items like shirts, candles and coffee service supplies. read more

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get the bacon egg and cheese sandwich. it's the best. vibes are good, coffees great . the staff is a1

It's good for the most part. I just can't get a lavender London fog here. The fall spice latte was excellent. The ready made food is good, but you're going to have a wait if you want something that requires heating. It's always crowded, so if you get a seat you're lucky. read more

Was walking in the strip and randomly stopped in. There was a decent line but didn't take too long to get an order in. Wasn't amazed by my caramel iced latte but it was good enough I would go back. Baristas were all the sweetest people and very helpful. Next time I'm in I'll stay and try some of the food and/or cocktails! read more

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Got the avocado toast. Wasn't very happy with the selection of bread as I HATE fennel and it had soo much in it. The coffee was okay. Location is nice. Probably won't return but happy I tried. read more

Super cute and yummy cafe spot! We stopped in on a busy and cold Saturday morning to grab a coffee and small bite before our day. We got a latte with maple syrup added, breakfast egg sandwich, ham and cheese croissant, oatmeal, hot chocolate and cappuccino. Everyone loved their food and drinks. The sandwiches were premade and heated up so I was a little skeptical, but they were very well seasoned and tasty. The server originally forgot the oatmeal in our order, but noticed quickly and gave us the meal for free. They were super nice and flexible about the small mishap. It was very cute in there and busy. Took a bit to find a table, but we had 6 people and eventually all had seats. Really nice place to grab a quick coffee! read more

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Wasn't super amazed by the coffee. I ordered a lavender drink and barely tasted any lavender in it. Service was good and the decor is cute. read more

De Fer Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This place is so cool! The vibe and ambiance is very eclectic with different paintings and such. I had the gose which was a nice, fruity flavor. Hubs got a red eye and my sister got a Bloody Mary. The red eye was STRONG and delicious. The Bloody Mary had a little spice with a very interesting dill, salted rim. We loved it! read more

What a cute, quaint spot in the heart of the Strip District. The vibes are so calm and welcoming and the employees are extremely kind. This was my first time here so I was not sure what I wanted to order, and the lady at the register was very patient with us. My sisters iced tea came out within a couple minutes and was perfect. The food came out not long after. My sister ordered the avocado hummus toast. We do not normally order toast at restaurants, but this one was phenomenal. The flavors of the hummus, avocado, and vegan Parmesan cheese topping pared perfectly together. The toast was also cooked just right. I ordered the Breakfast English Muffin and I have absolutely nothing negative to say. It came out very warm but ready to eat. The homemade buttermilk chive English Muffin was more than amazing, and the sun dried tomatoes gave it the hint of freshness it needed. I will be thinking about this sandwich for days to come. There was also a handful of people working on their laptops and enjoying their drinks. I think it's safe to say, we will be back to try more of their food and coffees! read more

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This place is our go to for coffee! They have great hot brews and cold brews. We also get their coffee beans here all the time since we have the monthly subscription. They do interesting and fun drinks too with coconut foam that we really liked. The space inside is very trendy and we love how they do cocktails and special events at night too. We haven't tried their cocktails and food yet but this place seems like they are invested in the quality of their products. They sell cool stuff inside the store too, from local artwork to hip coffee equipment. Definitely worth checking out when you're in the Strip! read more

De Fer Coffee - Cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I look forward to going to De Fer for coffee, breakfast, drinks, brunch, teas/sauces/CBD drinks with friends or by myself to work, chill and/or study. It's a great location for people watching, staff are friendly and perfect for just hanging out. Everything on their menu is great and I can truly say that because I've tried just about everything (although they do change their menu seasonally). I would be remiss to not mention their espresso martini - in my opinion, it's the best in Pittsburgh! In February of 2022 I went to a coffee seminar that De Fer put on which was really informative and enjoyable. If you see or have the opportunity to attend this, I highly recommend! They also have great happy hour specials and great live music. read more

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Great vibes and amazing staff. One of my favorite cafes in Pittsburgh! The sandwiches and pastries are absolutely delicious and so is the coffee:) read more

There is this weird dynamic in the "Strip District" of Pittsburgh. Most of the businesses close at 3:00 or 4:00 through the week. Super disappointed because several places we planned on visiting were closed. This was one of the few coffee shops open but the bakery next door was closing and wouldn't let us make a quick purchase. Staff was friendly enough. The coffee was okay, nothing special in my opinion. It wasn't terrible but not good enough I'd make a point to go back. read more

De Fer is the best local coffee shop! Great drinks and breakfast sandwiches, and cocktails. I love to get beans shipped to my house too! Lots of locations around the city but their strip location is my favorite. read more

De Fer Coffee - Iced lavender vanilla coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is my second time coming here. I am visiting fork out of town and decided to come back. The first time I tried the vanilla lavender latte and it was amazing. The second time I tried the vanilla lavender flat white and also amazing- slightly more coffee taste which is what I was look for. This time I also tried some good. The breakfast sandwich- out of this world. The English muffins are homemade and I seriously want to eat 4 of them. The entire breakfast sandwich from the English muffin to the sauce were delicious. I am probably going to go back again tomorrow before I go back home read more

Not particularly impressed. The coffee i ordered - a latte - was decent enough, but overpriced for the cup size. I bought some beans to go...ground and brewed at home it was...meh. Bought loose tea as well. It was...okay. All overpriced for the relative quality. Passable, at best. read more

Hipster coffee shop that sells not just caffeinated bevvies, but also cocktails and food. They sell their own coffee beans and other swag items like tshirts, in addition to other various products from smaller companies like candles, jewelry, honey, etc. They also display some local artwork here which is cool. Decent amount of seating inside, in case you want to meet up with a friend or work on your laptop. They have free wifi. I appreciate the variety on their menu , in case you're wanting to jazz up your coffee order. They have dairy free milks and various syrups to add in lattes. In the past I've ordered lattes with almond milk, one time with their cinnamon syrup, and today I got a matcha latte with almond milk. I find the prices are extremely overpriced for what you get. A large is 16oz which is basically the equivalent to a small at other coffee shops, and I paid almost $7 for my matcha (I think $6.69 was the total). I found my matcha to be quite light in terms of weight as I picked it up, I opened up the lid, and saw there was about a 1 inch gap between the matcha and the top of the cup. So yeah, I'm a little disappointed given that I already felt it was overpriced... I at least want as much matcha as the cup can fit for that price. In terms of flavor, it's decent, it's smooth. Wouldn't say it's the best matcha. I've had similar experiences with their espresso lattes - just found them to be perfectly average and okay, they get the job done, but they never make me say "oh this is good". In my opinion, you can get better quality coffee in the strip district and in general, and for much more reasonable prices. read more

Great coffee, amazing bites! Breakfast English Muffin panini was toasted beautifully with thick bacon slices, and the rose raspberry chia pudding was the perfect mix of sweet and tangy. Smooth and roasty iced Americano hit the spot! Saturday mornings are pretty busy, so avoid peak hours to snag a table. It's a nice spot to study, work, or catch up with a friend -- the storefront opens on warmer days for a cozy patio vibe. Highly recommend! read more

De Fer Coffee - The Breakfast English Muffin panini! Absolutely delicious and very filling. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Does anyone know the spell from Harry Potter where I can place this coffee shop in my pocket and bring it back to New Orleans? I'm willing to pay in Vanilla Rose Iced Lattes from De Fer because I'm so sad I'm leaving this place with y'all in Pittsburgh. Let me be selfish and show her how much she'd be loved by locals in New Orleans. The ambiance is so pretty here and the love for local artists is beyond. I can't get over how beautiful this coffee shop was with all of the exposed brick and open space. This place impressed me so much that I visited this place twice within a three day trip. I'M OBSESSED. That Vanilla Rose Iced Latte has forever changed the game and they offer oat milk. She keeps getting better and better. The staff here is so welcoming and I never wanted to leave. The assortment of plants made it feel so warm. Damn you Rachel C for showing me this place. I'll never be able to get De Fer outta my mind. read more

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Friendly. Great iced coffee. Clean restrooms. Funky vibe and whimsy water dispenser. Family owned. Checks all the boxes for me!!! read more

De Fer Coffee - Yum. Must. Have. Iced coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Great cafe hiding in the strip district. Smooth coffees, tasteful coffee drinks (think espresso tonics and lattes), and bright, fresh food options. Have enjoyed every coffee I've tried-- they never go overboard with their syrups so the coffee always shines through. Their black bean panini (vegetarian!) is on spelt with smoked Gouda and is so so flavor packed. Fig jam & goat cheese toast with honey and orange zest? um yes please. Next time you want a quick snack, meal, or coffee, head toward this cafe (it's a great alternative to diner food if you want something new for breakfast!) Bonus: gorgeous, Instagram worthy environment. Also great to get some work done. read more

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Nice little shop right on the Strip to go for small bites, coffee and tea (as if the name didn't say that already). Stopped in and was intrigued by the spiced hot chocolate that came with cinnamon, nutmeg and cayenne. This gave it a little bit of a Mexican chocolate flavor (not a bad thing) and would have been even more enjoyable if the chocolate was a bit stronger. Unfortunately because the chocolate wasn't strong enough, it was kind of like drinking spicy milk... Ambiance was still nice and it would probably be fun to come back and sample more of the menu. read more

De Fer Coffee - Hot chocolate to go - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

My rating would be more of a 3.5, because the coffee is pretty good here! What a cute coffee spot! Me and my friend both got the fall spice lattes, except that she wanted it with oat milk. I liked my latte but she felt her drink is somewhat sweet for her taste. The menu lying on the table caught my attention and I spotted the earl grey cake and went for it. They topped the cake with butter and lemon zest and honestly that's the only factor contributing to the taste! The cake was dry and somewhat bland in taste. Honestly, dissatisfied with the dessert scene in pgh. Anyway, I shouldn't be judging a coffee place for it's cakes, so that's why the four stars! read more

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