Love it here! It's a great place to come and get work done, meet with friends, grab a coffee (or a…read moreharder choice), listen to jazz, or even dance a bit. As in the name, House Eleven has several rooms with ample (and comfortable) seating. Indoor and outdoor. Are you a porch person? Gotcha. Prefer more of a cozy fireplace? Check? Or would you rather take in some fresh air on the back patio? You're covered either way. The coffee is great and the people are even more wonderful. Show up and support local!

I've been coming to House Eleven recently for DJ events that are being hosted there and I enjoy the…read morevibe. The bartenders have great personalities and are very chill. I didn't have the best alcoholic drink when I was there but I'd like to try a coffee one day. It's an old house repurposed into a coffee shop/bar at night so the layout is exactly that. You can feel blocked out from the event if you're not in the main "living room" area in front of the bar. The outside area is huge and very nice. I don't frequent this part of town much but House Eleven makes me wander over there every now and then!

Coffee snobs, look no further. Your search is over. Go here now…read more I had the privilege of staying in Birmingham nearby this place and checked it out after looking at the photos. And I'd love to qualify this five-star review by saying I've been traveling the United States for over 10 years and I've been to countless coffee shops from Alaska to Boston to Florida to San Diego and everything in between. I can easily say this has been a top 10 experience and if you're in Birmingham you are very fortunate that this place is here. I had a hot vanilla latte and one of the finest pastries of all time but I'm not reviewing the pastries. Both days I went in here there were two different baristas some quiet dude and then some alternative tattoo girl both of them made an absolutely exceptional hot latte. Everything I look for is here: The espresso itself is a medium-dark profile with dark chocolate, toasted almond, and brown-sugar sweetness, low bitterness, and a rounded, low-acid finish that holds its shape in milk instead of washing out. The vanilla stays clean and floral on top of that, while the milk is steamed to glossy microfoam that integrates with the shot, leaving a silky body and a long caramel-cocoa aftertaste. Perfection. Some of the best in the USA. Hats off to you.

Came here after reading reviews…read more I'll start by saying the staff were decent enough. Not super friendly but not rude. Just there. I ordered an iced americano given it was a hot day around noon. I got my drink and went to add creamer and sweetener like I always do. And bam that's when I noticed this place was one of those we are going to force you to have what we believe is healthier for you. What do I mean. No Splenda no equal just that nasty truvia. I'm diabetic so I don't use sugar and truvia is just nasty. It tastes horrible and makes your drink taste horrible. Now mind you they will use all kinds of syrups with dyes and additives and sugars but nope not Splenda. That's bad for you. The 50 grams of sugar in a single vanilla latte is totally fine. We're ok with that even though that alone is over the recommended amount. But Splenda no we can't allow that. Will never be back.

Do I think they're pricy? Maybe just a little but I also think they're super delicious and such a…read moreworthy snack. If they were closer, I'd stock up on them daily. Every time I go there's a cheerful person ready to watch me indulge in all the carbs. I really enjoy their pop tarts. They're kinda hidden if you didn't know what to look for. Definitely a local gem. Very chill.

In a sea of Birmingham coffee shops & bakery/coffee shops Bandit is ok. The space is just nice, not…read moreparticularly inventive, the person I asked about pastries was a low-talker. Her response was literally indiscernible. The pastry I got was well, ok but really unremarkable and my red-eye was barely warm and again very average. I really wanted to like this place but no one seemed passionate about pastries, coffee or service. It was just... ok:/

The flavor and texture of the coffee were immaculate! The cold foam was especially rich and tasty…read more I'll definitely be coming back for a morning coffee after a long hike. :)

I tried the berry foam honey iced latte, which was good and the coffee was strong. As is totally…read morefair from the ingredients it was very sweet, so I'd probably try something else next time. I'd go somewhere else for food--there were a few options in a small display case, but they looked more mass produced than fresh, and I'd only get them in a pinch. The staff was friendly and took time preparing drinks but greeted everyone and took orders quickly. The space is fairly small but comfortable, with comfy chairs looking out on the street.

We arrived 1:45pm on a Thursday and it was empty except for another party. We easily found street…read moreparking outside the restaurant. I ordered the Banana Puddin' cold brew that was really good. They also serve pour over! Vanilla-Cinnamon French Toast came with 2 small bread slices - I liked that the portion was small and manageable. We also ordered the Quinoa & Black Bean Burger and the BE Hive Quinoa Bowl. They are great options for vegan / plant-based / vegetarian members in your party. The Biscuit Board comes with 4 mini biscuits and 4 different spreads, which was nice to share with the group. We all liked that the restaurant was quiet and bright and airy.

Came in for brunch on a Sunday. Got there just before 11 and there was a bit of a wait, but it…read moremoved pretty fast. Service was friendly and quick, even though it was busy. Portions were generous and prices were decent. They were also great about accommodating gluten-free. I ordered the Farm Breakfast with bacon and gluten-free bread, it was filling and really tasty.

Maple Avenue Coffee House is a winner. The staff are some of the friendliest people you'll…read moremeet--welcoming, helpful, and genuinely kind. It's the kind of place where you walk in once and feel like a regular. The atmosphere is super cozy and well put together. Comfortable seating, and a great layout whether you're just grabbing a drink or planning to stay a while. Using it as a work spot, it's perfect--quiet enough to focus, but still has a nice energy to it. Also, the music they play is spot-on--relaxing and chill, but never distracting. It really helps set the tone for the space. Overall, Maple Avenue Coffee House is the combination of great people, great vibes, and great coffee. Highly recommend if you're looking for a relaxing place to work or unwind!

I can never get enough of this place! This is a fantastic coffee house to grab a hot or cold…read morecoffee drink, catch up with a friend , etc. The space is so cozy and welcoming! I always receive the most pleasant service each visit.

Very nice crew! This is one of my favorite stands! The drinks are always delicious! Speed of…read moreservice is always quick! Very welcoming crew!

The staff were so kind friendly and attentive and the service was honestly amazing! Unfortunately I…read moredon't think 7 Brew and I get along very well and Every time I've gotten a drink here I've ended up feeling anxious afterward and even this time when I ordered decaf. I know everyone reacts differently to coffee so this is definitely just my personal experience! Overall I really appreciate how welcoming and nice the staff always is!! :)

Can't say enough about this place. It's great. Drinks are always tasty and economical.read more

Their coffee is so good and such a great price! Love that these people serve with such kindness!read more

I stopped by Trattoria ZaZa for brunch on Sunday after church, and overall, I had a really…read moreenjoyable experience. There was a bit of a wait before my order was taken, but honestly, it worked out in my favor because it gave me plenty of time to look over the menu. There were so many tempting options that it was honestly hard to decide! I ultimately chose three items and enjoyed a few bites of each. Ham & Fontina Scone: This was my first time trying a scone, and I was pleasantly surprised. The texture reminded me of a dry biscuit, but the ham added a delicious savory flavor that I really enjoyed. Frittata Plate: The frittata was SO good! It wasn't too dry, and all of the flavors worked really well together. It was served with polenta, which reminded me of really fine grits, along with fruit. After trying it, I realized that one entrée would definitely be enough for me to enjoy on its own. Breakfast 'ZA: This was essentially a breakfast pizza topped with a fried egg, and the egg was such a nice touch. The 'ZA itself was really good, although I think adding something similar to a gravy or sauce would make it a little less dry. Even without it, though, the fried egg really took it to another level. Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso: I decided to try the Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso, which was the barista's pick. This was my first time having a shaken espresso, and I'm so glad I gave it a try! It was refreshing and perfect for a hot day. The inside of Trattoria ZaZa is nice, although it is somewhat small, so I opted to sit outside. It was a very warm day, but the awning provided plenty of shade and made the outdoor seating comfortable. I also appreciated that, even though the restaurant doesn't have traditional table service, someone periodically checked on me to make sure I didn't need anything else. Overall, I had a great brunch experience at Trattoria ZaZa. There were plenty of menu options, the food was flavorful, and I really enjoyed trying a few things that were new to me. I'd definitely be open to coming back and trying more of the menu!

We came for dinner before a show down the street at the Lyric. First time here. She had the baked…read moremacaroni and cheese with vegetables added and absolutely loved it. I had the daily special, which was a broken lasagna. Also very, very good. Mixed greens on the side rounded out our table. The pizza looked very good and reminded us of pizza in a shop we love in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. It's walk up service, no ordering from your table, which was fine. The menu has a nice variety. The store is a downtown casual vibe. We probably should've opted for outdoor seating, because the evening was so nice.

Red Cat is personally one of my favorites! I was on the search for a great matcha, good ambience,…read moreand a convenient location--and Red Cat checked all three! The service was excellent: everyone was super friendly, attentive, and quick. And the matcha? **10/10! ** Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to.

I was looking for a quick brunch spot and found that The RedCat in Pepper Place was conveniently…read morelocated near me, so I decided to give it a try. I ordered the avocado toast, and I'm so happy I did! The toast itself was great, and the tomatoes and pickled red onions paired together so well. For my drink, I tried the Strawberry Matcha Lemonade from the summer menu, and it was good as well. I was happy that the matcha wasn't overpowering, and the strawberry flavor wasn't heavy either. Honestly, I didn't notice the strawberry flavor very much, but the drink was still refreshing. I decided to sit outside, and the weather was so nice. The staff was great and willing to answer any questions I had about the menu. The location was convenient and had decent parking around noon on a Friday--it wasn't overly crowded. There was a little bit of a wait, but it wasn't too long, and my drink came out before my food. Overall, I had a pleasant brunch experience and would definitely come back to try something else!