This location is very cute and always bustling! Staff is super nice and service is quick. I liked…read moremy matcha latte a lot. They do great coffee here as well. I'd definitely come back and work from this coffee shop since it's near so many good spots in town and the drinks are good.

4.5 stars. Commonplace Coffee is a specialty coffee roaster, retailer, and wholesale service…read moreprovider. It has a roastery, bakery, and several cafes in Southwestern Pennsylvania, and it provides training and equipment to other businesses. My husband and I were customers of this cafe in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood one time. The menu listed coffees, espressos, lattes, teas, hot cocoa, cookies, muffins, scones, sandwiches, etcetera. A refrigerator contained yogurts, juices, oat milk, and other bottled beverages. Shelves held bags of coffees and kettles. Employees kindly took my husband's order and payment and promptly made our beverages. Some tables and chairs were inside the cafe, so we sat down to enjoy our beverages. Other customers were using the dining area to read, spend time with family and friends, and work on laptops. I rate the Chai Latte has 5 stars and the holiday Sugar Plum Latte as 4.5 stars. We enjoyed their flavors. Each beverage was 12 ounces, and their total price was $11 plus tax and tip. I did notice that the cafe was very humid because of the cold weather outside and the many customers inside. The windows had much condensation. I wonder if a dehumidifer would reduce the indoor humidity.

Get the chai!!! Whew. I wake up craving this drink. It's my…read morefavorite taste on a chilly and cloudy Pittsburgh day. And most of the days are that way. Service is fine, everyone is attentive enough and gets our order correct. The atmosphere is cozy but almost always crowded. The cushioned sections are fan favorites. I love to snuggle up but groups often have to merge bc there's not much space. They do have some foods but not an extensive list. This is a gem of Pittsburgh!

I came in to study on a Saturday. The place is packed and continues to see a nice helping of…read morecustomers as the night continues. The set up is very middle Eastern I would say. The front has some wicker chairs and tables which are very small. As you move toward the back there are small sitting rooms where you take off your shoes and sit on a padded "floor". The back has some more chairs and tables. Outlets are hard to find. You most likely will share a sitting area as well. One note is, I think they have a wifi limit where only a certain number of people can connect. I tried all night to get a connection and could not for any of my devices, nor could my friend. Overall the ambiance is catered toward chatting rather than studying as the tables are very small and slow or no wifi. I like the night vibes it has though, we need more late night 3rd spaces like this one!! I got a hummus plate and ginger tea. The ginger tea was just okay. The ginger was overpowering in not a good way. It highlighted the spiciness of ginger without letting any type of "tea flavor" through. It tasted more like ginger water. For a tea house, I thought it would have more depth. The hummus platter was very yummy! The pita was warm and the olive oil on the hummus added a nice touch to it. I think I would have enjoyed the experience more had the tables not been as wobbly, the WiFi worked at any point, the tea had a bit more nuance to it, and the cloying smell wasn't there. It is a very good chatting spot for late night meetings ups with great food!

Got a coconut and ube cold brew with a bacon egg and cheese sandwich, both were very good. I was…read moreparticularly impressed by the flavoring of the cold brew, the subtle sweet coconut paired very well! The service was fast and the atmosphere was great, I was able to sit and relax inside for a while. However, I did go on a weekday morning so I cannot speak to how busy it gets on weekends!

I really liked this coffee shop. I was only in town for the weekend but needed a place to sit and…read morework one afternoon. I loved the ambiance -- relatively crowded with background chatter, good music selection, and ample lighting. Staff were helpful and friendly. I ordered an espresso shot (the bean selection was something new/unique involving strawberries I believe but can't remember now) and a zucchini walnut muffin. The espresso hit the spot and even came with some sparkling water alongside it (v legit). Highly recommend and will be back if ever in town.

My number one boba stop in Pittsburgh. You can order online beforehand if you're in a rush! Either…read moreway, the wait isn't too long. The tapioca pearls are the perfect consistency and my favorite milk tea, taro, isn't artificial. There's limited seating, but don't let that stop you. I will always make time to stop in when I'm in Squirrel Hill!

Best milk tea spot in Pittsburgh. Nothing beats their Brown Sugar Milk Bubble Tea!! Absolute must…read moretry spot

Classic little cafe with a lot of great looking cookie and pastry options, and a few premade…read moresandwiches too! It's nothing fancy, just good quality coffee and snacks for an actually reasonable price, perfect spot to relax, chat, or do some work. The blueberry muffin was pretty standard, nothing special or bad about it, while the coffee was the classic standard. If you want a no-frills kind of spot, this is the place to be.

It's a cute cafe with a great selection of Biscotti to choose from. I tried brown sugar latte & it…read moretasted 4/5. Biscotti is great but a little expensive according to me.

I love spending an afternoon in shadyside and walking along walnut st. This is a great place to…read moregrab a coffee or sit and work/study as there's a ton of seating for both individuals and groups. The coffee is decent, I went with a caramel frozaccino which was super refreshing on a hot day. I wanted a snack too so got a cinnamon roll which was a little dissapointing, average at best. Service was a plus, the bag from my cinnamon roll got the table I was working at sticky and I didn't want to get it on my computer so asked for a wet towel or something to clean it quick and instead the guy I had asked just came and cleaned it for me instead which I appreciated.

There's pros and cons to this place:…read more Pros: Super spacious, plenty of seating, and a quiet area in the back for quiet studying! Location is also right in the heart of Shadyside and near a ton of shops. Cons: Unfortunately, drinks are rather mid. The oat latte I had was grainy and felt as I were drinking a cup of blended oatmeal. I've also tried their white mocha, which isn't bad but a touch too sweet.

I love this stop. The bagels are always super fresh and delicious. The service is also pretty…read morequick. I particularly love how the bagels aren't too big and they have a good cream cheese ratio. I got a marble bagel with fig and honey schmear which was delicious. I also got a tasty strawberry rugelach pastry. Parking can be tricky depending what time of day you go. There is a nice park down the street to sit and enjoy.

Pigeon Bagels, worth the hype? Worth the wait? Yep & yep…read more Did you know they've been nationally recognized by Food & Wine as well as Bon Appetit? Pretty amazing considering they've only had their brick and mortar since 2019. Who remembers getting their amazing bagels at the Bloomfield Saturday Market before the brick & mortar opened? ME! I lived down the street & looked forward to getting them. Who remembers them selling at the Squirrel Hill Farmers Market too? ME! I have spent enough time in NYC to really know bagels and Pigeon has been at the top of that game from the start. Proper bagels...boiled & hand-rolled! Faves: Everything bagel Plain bagel Veg bagel sandwich Jalapeno schmear Herb schmear *they have a different bagel flavor of the month Did you know everything they offer is certified kosher? Yep! Donut Day is the second Wednesday of the month. Coffee served is from Redhawk.

Absolutely incredible bakery! Pink Box offers some of the most delicious and authentic Taiwanese…read morebaked goods I've found anywhere in the United States. The owners are incredibly kind, warm, and welcoming, which makes every visit even more enjoyable. I've traveled to Taiwan multiple times, and the breads and pastries here instantly transported me back to the bakeries of Taipei. The flavors, textures, and freshness are spot on. Everything tastes amazing right out of the bakery, but if you warm the pastries in the oven or air fryer at home, they become even more delicious. I never expected to find one of my favorite Asian bakeries in Pittsburgh, but Pink Box is truly a hidden gem. Whether you're craving authentic Taiwanese baked goods or simply appreciate exceptional food, this bakery is an absolute must-visit. Highly recommended!

I was very disappointed with Pink Box Bakery Cafe 粉红屋烘焙坊. The day I arrived in Squirrel Hill, I…read morecame to buy a taro moon cake for $3.00. It tasted stale. The only part with purple color was the tip of the shell. I can see grease soaked the wax paper on the bottom of the cake. Not sure how long it sat there on the shelf. So, I went back next morning to see if they have fresher ones on the shelves. I saw the one I left the night before. Ahhh... moon cakes must be shelf stable. Not! Each baked goods should have date time stamps. I felt cheated. Pink Box Bakery is the only Chinese bakery in Squirrel Hill. I think I'll go to Korean or French Bakery on my next visit.

A friend and I stopped by on a whim around 11am. The inside is small with a couch and two chairs, a…read morebench some small tables and seats, and four chairs with counter seating. They do have a couple of small tables and chairs outside. They have WiFi. The coffees I have gotten here are so good, especially the Thrilla from Manila with delicious ube and the Green Card Holder with pandan! They offered some baked goods that vary and the also carry Leona Ice Cream sandwiches!

Great little coffee shop if you want a bit pricier but good quality drink! The Ube Latte is a stand…read moreout, and they also have some assorted pastries from Pigeon Bagels which are always yummy. The barista was very friendly, there's not a lot of seating but the ambiance was really nice to do some work or read. Wish they had some more proper tables, but the format is quite homey and intimate. Overall a nice place to stop by especially for the Ube Latte!

2/28/2026 Ate list:…read more Banana Pancake Latte - 8.3 Not a huge banana fan but tried this latte they had on special. Phenomenal. Truly wonderful. Amazing way to start the day. Interested to come back and try the food.

I'm obsessed with this coffee spot. I was hosted here once for Instagram posting purposes, but have…read moresince visited twice more on my own spending my own dollars. The vibes here, as the kids say, are immaculate. Warm lighting, a couple of barstool type areas, small table seating in the back. They make the most out of the space they have in this bustling shady side neighborhood. The folks in charge clearly love vinyl as do I, and there are tunes spinning; they have good taste, with classics from the likes of Amy Winehouse and Jeff Buckley. The coffee drinks are made with first rate equipment and they are thoughtful and unique. You'll find ingredients like smoked salt and peppercorn (Smokey Robinson) and delicious specials like a banana caramel latte. Where they really stole my heart was having a full nonalcoholic bar with complex drinks like takes on an espresso martini and old fashioned made with NA spirits. So so good. They are going to rotate food concepts in their kitchen here but first up was Mortadella and I got a veggie sandwich that might be the best I've ever had. It was on a focaccia bread that was beyond to die for. The next time I came I needed that focaccia again and got it by itself. It looks like they are introducing some pastry concepts which I look forward to trying soon. There are so many places in this general area competing for your business but this is truly a spot worth checking out.