A hidden gem in New Britain! Coffee is served picture perfect, and tastes incredible as well. If…read moreyou're looking for the best in high quality coffees and matcha, this is the place. Located right by CCSU and the Newington border, this coffee shop is inside the Garage Dance Studio, giving it added charm. Cafe owner Taki can brighten anyone's day with his impeccable service and infectious smile. Sipping great coffee while I listen to a well curated playlist and watch people dance is the type of break I need in my day!

I have been meaning to check out this lovely coffee shop, since I saw a fellow Yelper's review. The…read morerunning joke for anyone who knows me, is that I judge a place by how their mocha tastes. This place is a keeper! The mocha was not overly sweet, but just enough to taste the chocolate, which is a must. Taki is very eager to speak about his craft, which I find admirable. Not many people take the time to speak with you, now days. This place is very warm and cozy. I think we've found our new favorite hang out!

Coffee crawl spot #5!…read more Froth coffee was on the Hartford coffee crawl, and of course the coffee connoisseur had to make an appearance! I've been here once before, but didn't get anything out of the ordinary This time I got the blueberry crumble Iced latte and a chocolate chunk cookie. The ice latte,l had blueberry drizzle, cheesecake cold foam and cheesecake crumble pieces on top. It was so good, however, it was like drinking dessert in a cup. Definitely a dessert latte! Service was quick, and the girls made my coffee promptly

Coffee and service are still great here. Stopped by with a group a friends to enjoy a cold brew…read moreiced coffee.

This was one of the coolest places to hangout and talk with friends. There is a parking look steps…read moreaway. When you walk in, it's really a nice break from reality with all of the whimsical, antique, speakeasy feel. You can sip on tea and coffee and walk around the shop. Nice size biscotti went well with their tea. I had the blueberry muffin also. My friend and I had two cups of tea that were great! Staff is super nice and we could have spent more than 2 hrs in there just relaxing and catching up. I look forward to going back there. It's a nice intimate space to sit alone or a couple of friends.

Tea shop during the day and an underground speakeasy by night…read more A group of friends and I came here for the first time and we were very impressed with a short wait time, and the very cool ambience and set up of the different areas to sit at Our server told us they specialized in mythological crafted cocktails, which came with an added ritual. I got Aset, the Egyptian goddess of healing, magic, funereal rites, and motherhood. ASET (EGYPTIAN) color-changing twist on a corpse reviver butterfly pea flower infused prairie gin, luxardo triple sec, elderflower liqueur, lemon, glitter MICTLANTECUTLI (AZTEC) blood orange margarita, rocks blood orange tequila, blood orange liqueur, lime, orange bitters, smoked salt We also Mediterranean: Hummus, Olives Herb, Chips Everything was very good and I would definitely come back during the day to check out their tea shop

Cute spot in downtown New Britain. The had a nice variety of fresh bakery items and of course…read moremake other food to order. Was pleasantly surprised they had some homemade juices in the fridge and that they provide actual mugs for dining in! A good amount of seating but one negative is there I don't notice a high chair or spot that was safe to plop my baby so he got cranky faster but not every place is baby friendly!

Coffee shop in the middle of downtown New Britain with a ton of food and drink options…read more There is ample seating at both tables and in standalone padded chairs I came here for breakfast with my GF and my mom. We each got a different coffee/latte, and I got a breakfast sandwich while my GF got a muffin. We were not very impressed by the food quality, but we were impressed with the coffee quality

Hartford Coffee crawl spot #3 Bacon, Egg and Cheddar on a…read morecroissant We tried the seasonal French toast iced latte and a Salty Dog iced coffee with cold foam Everything came out quick and was made fresh. The girls were pleasant and patient with my indecisiveness They have some pastries, cookies and muffins and some drinks for the younger kids. They have a seasonal menu also with great coffee and tea selections. They also have bottled beverages and some merch to buy and support local Quiet little place where many come to work on their laptops with fresh flowers at every table

Came here as part of the Hartford coffee crawl and happy I did. Coffee was very good. I got the…read moreSALTY DOG.. Iced vanilla late with caramel cold foam. I also got a bacon egg and cheese on a croissant. Staff was friendly and service was fast. Prices are fair and they even have a bunch of games you can play while you sip on your drink.

Never had a single negative about Alvarium or their coffee! I had only been in person to the stall…read morethey used to have at Gastropark (or family just bring it to me) until the other day. My go to order anywhere is an iced americano, which they do very well, but I couldn't resist the "What's up Doc?" Carrot cake latte special. I got it iced so it would have the cream cheese cold foam and it was fabulous. Well balanced and not excessively sweet, with the coffee still the star. There is a lot of stiff competition for great coffee in the area, but Alvarium holds their own. I'm eager to go back and try other specials, if I can resist the urge to reorder the carrot cake one!

Good coffee here! Enjoyed a nice cup of coffee here for the first time and was not disappointed…read more It's connected to a bar and dog friendly so you can get your coffee and drink in both locations

Great atmosphere to hang out or work. They have delicious coffee and a big food menu. I'm gluten…read moreand dairy free and found options! Very cool place

Quaint coffee shop with counter service and adjacent tavern…read more I got the tuna salad sandwich with gluten free bread and a side of the maple coffee rubbed tots, and both were very good. For coffee, I got the nitro cold brew with their seasonal cold foam, which was blackberry flavored. It was tasty but the ratio of coffee to foam was a bit off, with only about half the cup filled with coffee and the rest foam. You can either order at the counter and seat yourself in the little cafe area, or sit in the restaurant for full service. I'd definitely return if I was in the area.

"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!

I didn't even know this place was here until it was on the coffee crawl!…read more I opted in for the Mocha iced latte with cherry cold foam. It was probably one of the best coffees I have had. Not too sweet but not bitter either. We talked to the owner for a little bit and he was very nice and personable. We will be back in the summer with our dog to sit out on the patio.

If you're from around the area, you might have noticed a familiar barista at a few independent…read morecoffee shops. His name is Taki Tanaka, and he's a master at crafting any coffee you might desire. He can be currently found at the very unique space combining dance and drinking coffee, Garage Dance Studio & Coffee Lounge. While the dance studio and the coffee lounge share the same space, they don't share the same hours of operation. I was here a few months ago, to find the coffee portion in the dark and the dance floor in full bloom! I came again yesterday afternoon, to find the opposite. This time the coffee lounge was open, and no one was on the dance floor. The inside is set to look like you're in somewhere in Madrid amongst the colorful buildings, where the tables are all adorned with red tablecloths. Of course, the barista working was Taki Tanaka. We chatted briefly and he made me the most delightful Honey Fig Latte. It was creamy, foamy, with a beautiful rose art design he hand poured himself. This was mildly sweet, rich in coffee, utterly satisfying with each sip. I just wish there was dance to see.

My friend introduced me to this spot while we were out for a Yelp event. The coffee shop is owned…read moreby her friend, and he makes everything from scratch. I decided to order a Chai Latte because I had never tried it before. I don't drink coffee, but the Chai Latte was good. For me, it needed to be a little sweeter, but all in all, it was a Chai Latte. There is also a dance studio located inside the coffee shop. They offer dance lessons, and the inside, from the dance clothes to the others hanging from the window, gives off a Latin vibe.