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

"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.

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.

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.

I'd like to share a disappointing experience from my visit on 4/15 at around 5:45 PM. After placing…read moremy order, the customer behind me received their drinks almost immediately. The barista then came into the lobby, closed the door, and smiled directly at me, which made me think she was returning to prepare my drinks. Instead, she picked up both tickets, looked at them, and threw them away without starting my order. She then began cleaning the machines and eventually went to the back, leaving me waiting for about 20 minutes with no update. When she returned, I asked for a refund since I needed to leave. Rather than processing it, she repeatedly insisted on making the drink, even after I clearly said I preferred a refund. She told me she would process my refund. Two days later the charge went through. The interaction felt confusing and poorly handled. I completed their survey, submitted a comment via their website, and sent them a Yelp message. None which were responded to.

My usual policy is that I don't order fish at a steak house and I don't order toast at the House of…read morePancakes. So why did I order a bagel at a place that clearly specializes in beignets? Well, the website said they were New York bagels(from my ancestral home, The Bronx), so I thought they might be exceptionally good. Nope. First the good--the decaf Cappuccino was exceptional. Good espresso base, nice foam. It couldn't have been better. Now, about the bagel. Not much variety; only plain or everything. They asked if I wanted it "warmed." I suspected that meant "in a microwave" so I said if it was fresh, I didn't need it warmed. When the bagel arrived, it was ice cold. Must have been kept in a fridge, which doesn't help the taste or texture of baked goods. Because of that, it did not seem particularly fresh. It was certainly not like the New York bagels of my childhood, unless you compare it to prepackaged commercial bagels (like Lenders). The staff was professional and helpful, and was glad to explain what was or wasn't available. Service was prompt. I'm sure I'll go back another time and try the beignets.

I love the vibe in this café, and I can't believe it's taken me so long to finally visit a…read morePerkatory location. The staff was so nice and friendly, and we even laughed for a bit which was refreshing. I'm a sucker for seasonal or specialty drinks so the chocolate covered cherry latte immediately caught my eye. I got a large iced with regular milk. I can appreciate all of their different milk variations! The pistachio milk was suggested for me to try, but as a big hater of dates, I had to skip it. The latte was rich and a good quality coffee, so the drink went down very smooth. The maraschino cherries on top were a nice touch too. I love the punk rock feel, and will definitely be visiting more frequently.

Great vibe inside. Coffee expertly made and memorable. Will be back for more of the orange…read moremacchiato.

Fun rock music themed small breakfast shop. Big flavor and signature drinks/meals. Breakfast is my…read morefavorite meal and this place has it all. Always friendly/patient cashier. There are so many options but they can help point in the right direction. Fast service and just a cool little shop. Sandwiches, burritos, pancakes, vegetarian/vegan options. Coffee specials you'll never see anywhere else. Above all my friend's favorite. Dirty Energy drink combos. Pick your energy drink, add some flavored syrup and some candy. It's just fun all around shop. Was unsure when it first opened but quickly became my go to for something unique and delicious. Seating outside perfect for summer.

Finally got to check out this new cafe located in newington . The cafe is unique and curates to…read moreyour inner emo ! From decor to the music to speciality drinks ! The cafe itself has great atmosphere if you love all things emo , however the cafe is small , limited seating ( for a popular cafe ) hopefully they do expand the seating . The food itself although lacked presentation was delicious . I got the egg and cheese. Simple but cooked well , and tasted good . For my drink I tried the "wolf in sheep's clothing " which is a hot or iced vanilla salted caramel latte topped with cookie butter cold foam and biscoff crumble ! And it was amazing ! Highly recommend ! Most importantly what I loved is that it is a full coffee bar they have a lot of options and flavours and you can make your coffee your way. Or choose a speciality drink ! I loved all the options They also had options of food for breakfast and lunch ! Also they have VEGAN options which is amazing too ! Service was really good to staff was friendly and I got my food pretty quickly considering it was a busy time Overall 4/5 for the good food / drinks and atmosphere but I would love for more seating ( and more comfortable seating )

The shiny, newer cafe is the second Busy Bean I know of, and it is an adorable spot to be. Chewy,…read morecrusty bagels, a decent list of spreads, coffee, crepes, and fresh baked goods are all here. If you live in walking distance you just might find your way here every day, but there is plenty of parking if you're not around the corner. Aside bagels and spreads is a small sandwich menu, and people come and go for food deliveries. Whether on the run like I was, or stopping for coffee and the conversation, this cafe stayed calm. The lox spread was costly but quality, loaded with large hunks throughout. All bagels came toasted without us requesting, so specify if you prefer otherwise. The atmosphere is adorable, the staff kind and calm, and we can't wait to come back!

They have the good bagels!! The best bagels in NB! The supplier is the best in my opinion! Service…read moreis always amazing! Always clean and modern vibes. So happy they are downtown NB! Some of the best European pastries also!!

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

Rebel Dog Coffee started in 2017. They also have a location in Plainville and East Hartford. They…read morealso offer breakfast and lunch options. They have their own roasting program as well. I stopped in to try out their drinks. I love coffee shops and supporting local so this was on my radar for a bit. The interior was spacious with plenty of seating. The customer service was good. My husband and I enjoyed their cold brew and matcha latte. Yes, we will be back to try out their other menu options!

Ambiance of the place is nice, usual coffee shop type deal. Good place to go with friends. Got the…read moreCinnamon Toast Crunch chai. A bit too sweet but good over all. Also had an avocado toast. Decent, added on tomatoes and pickled onions (both $0.75 additional each). The description said that the base (original total $9) for the build your own avocado toast had olive oil and lime on it but I honestly could not taste either. Not sure if they didn't add it or if it may have been mixed in with the mashed up avocado? If so I think it would be better if added on top. Had to put more salt and pepper on it but at least they had packets available to do so. Overall not bad but kinda overpriced (for example they had potato pancakes for $2.75/each?? And additional $1 for apple sauce and another $1 for sour cream? I think it would be better to have 3 pancakes with the add ons for all one charge). Service was good, basic cashier set up you pay before you eat, they serve your food to you w table numbers if you eat in and call out your name for drinks.