Had a few hours to spend in New Haven - so glad I spent them at Pistachio Cafe 2!…read more The decor was excellent, with several areas for larger group seating or 2-4 person tables. The staff was very kind and helpful as this was my first visit. You order at the bar and they bring the food right to your table. The waffles themselves were whole wheat and very filling. The cardamom latte was strong, I would opt for cardamom chai next time. It was fun to try something new. I wish I had bought a few pastries to take home, their display case is very tempting. Excellent for families/date night/solo time.

I think one of the cutest spots I've ever been to for a brunch date. I didn't expect it to be a…read moreself served café, but they do bring the food over to your table, which I appreciate it. The food tasted fresh and amazing. Everything that we got tasted great. The decorations are so adorable and you can tell there was a lot of thought put into it.

4:00 p.m. I arrived and ordered a red eye (drip coffee with a shot of espresso). Staff said they…read moreare out of coffee for the day. After some questioning I learned they are out of drip coffee for the day. Staff said they close at 9:00. This seems so odd because apparently for the next 5 hours they will be a coffee shop without drip coffee. Some readers will recognize that I feel like I'm in the Twilight zone here at motw.

I came here on a Saturday morning and got the graham slam latte($8) with almond milk(+$1) and it…read morewas made in about 10 mins. The interior was nice, lots of seating with medium noise. The drink was super delicious with a good amount of sweet and chocolate taste. The Cold foam was amazing!! And the highlight of it was the coffee itself, it was a Turkish style coffee that tasted different from most traditional shops. It was really smooth while also being a solid caffeine source! Overall a great cafe that I'd easily comeback to! Drink(50%): 9.3 Staff/service(25%): 7.0 Value(25%): 7.0 Overall: 8.2/10

My friend and I came here for brunch today. It was a nice and quiet Sunday morning. The service was…read moregreat-- very friendly, helpful, and sincere. I ordered the iced salted caramel signature latte with oat milk and belgian waffle with fruit and cream. I thought both were delicious and tasty. I would absolutely come back. If you're looking for a casual cafe, I would recommend.

The food is meh. Coffee was almost cold…read more The bathroom is so so dirty. And they had a trash bag sitting right in the center of their cafe.

Overrated and disappointing drinks! Spent alot for two drinks and tipped. Both drinks were cold. I…read morehad even ordered mine to be steamed extra hot. When I politely and quietly shared my disappointment they didn't apologize and made excuses. Bathrooms dirty. No paper towels.

Cozy Cafe Vibe with comfy chairs, background music and scented candles Must try their grilled…read morecheese.

I went here for the first time on Saturday. This place had a great variety of different treats with…read moretrays and tounges at the entrance to grab and bring to the counter to purchase. There were packaged items,hot items and cold items as well. I ordered a honey lavender macchiato and it was absolutely delicious. They took my order and then called me when it was ready. It was a little bit loud in there so I didn't head her call my name but it was still hot when I went and checked to see if she called me. That was not her fault. I could have stayed closer. You need a code for the restroom and there is only one single stall. The code is on the bottom of your receipt. I really like that each thing lists ingredients and calories. I love when places do that!

So rude. Came in close to closing for a treat with my…read morefriends. They'd stopped serving drinks and only had macarons and cake slices in the pastry case. Most chairs were up on tables, but a few tables had chairs down and people sat at chairs in the front. When we went up to the register, my friend got excited because they were playing a song she really liked. The employee told her to "calm down" multiple times in a very rude tone. We bought a piece of cake, it was a bit expensive for a small slice ($7.75) but we noticed a student discount with proof of Student ID. One of my friends had her student ID on her so she showed it, my friends also got excited about the discount and we were told to "calm down" again. Then another employee told us that the discount didn't apply to cake or macarons?? Weird. Seems convenient, since those were the only things left in the case. Anyway, we bought the cake at full price, and my friend went to find forks for the group. She asked one of the employees behind the counter and he very rudely said, "Have you tried looking behind you?" So rude. I asked for a plate to make it easier for us to split the cake slice, and the first employee told me they were closed for eating. No mention of that or signs about it before we purchased. We had to leave with our cake and ended up eating it outside on the street. I'm not happy with this place, it looked so cute at first but honestly not even worth the trouble or the money.

I've been meaning to stop here for quite some time now and what a joy this was. A charming coffee…read moreshop and cozy experience is tucked away at the graduate hotel in New Haven, and it seems to be one of those places that if you know you know... And now that I know, I can't wait to return. I met a friend for a morning meeting here on a rainy day and this was the perfect cozy atmosphere to enjoy espresso and friendship. We opted for a flat white and macchiato. The staff was extremely welcoming and made sure we understood that they make an authentic macchiato, not the commercialized version which gave us a chuckle! The macchiato was perfectly crafted as well. as the flat white, complete with gorgeous latte art on top. I was expecting great coffee, which they delivered. What surprised me was the spinach quiche. I wasn't expecting anything out of the ordinary, but I've basically been dreaming about this quiche since I've had it. Light and fluffy, it more closely resembles an egg bite/sous vide egg bite since it does not have a traditional quiche crust. However, it was fantastic with great spinach flavor and a buttery and cheesy finish. DROOL. The space is so inviting, clean, cozy with plenty of different options for seating; from intimate nooks, to upholstered chairs and couches, to plain wooden chairs, there's something for every comfort level. I cannot wait to come back here with my laptop to get some work done, and will definitely have more coffee dates here!

A very wonderful study spot or place to relax for an afternoon. Poindexter is a gorgeous cafe…read morehidden in a hotel lobby. All are welcome, you don't have to stay at the hotel, and they're quite generous with letting you linger for a bit. The space is beautiful with lots of chandeliers and a mix of wide open seating and a little nook, all of it decorated with many fun paintings. The coffee is quite good. I had a flat white last time and it was very good. Kinda pricey, but good quality plus I got to enjoy the shop's ambiance for a while. Also worth knowing, decent amount of outlets, kinda slow wifi.

Finding a place to park was miserable. I parked in Sally's Apizza small little lot. Despite the…read moresigns thank goodness I did not get towed! Every person we encountered in Ero Cafe was super friendly! I got a Vietnamese Coffee which was good but strong! I also got a cookie butter iced latte. Now that was Yummy! I used the Bischoff cookie on top to eat the whipped cream. The cup was smeared with cookie butter which made my day! For lunch I had a steak panini. The steak was a shaved steak. The cheese pull I wish I would have gotten a picture of. Along with the panini came a unique salad it was well chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, (another veggie or fruit was in there but I could not tell what is was) and a garlic oil. Im not a big veggie person but this salad was delicious. If someone else was driving or nicer weather for a walk I would for sure go back!

The experience was disappointing from start to finish. The staff came across as cold and…read moreunwelcoming, which set a negative tone right away. All of the food arrived cold, and our table was initially given the wrong order. After it had already been handled, the staff took it back and served it to another table, which raised serious concerns about hygiene. My cappuccino was also served cold, and the coffee itself was very acidic and not enjoyable. Instead of making a new one, they poured it into another cup and reheated it with the steaming wand--even though I had already taken a sip. That felt unsanitary and unprofessional. Overall, there were multiple issues that suggest poor food handling practices. I wouldn't return.

#17 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES…read more A small little hole in the wall, family run coffee shop right in the heart of downtown New Haven. This place is definitely a grab and go coffee shop since there is only 1 bar stool to sit inside and it's so small. Just enough room to walk in and order. They have street parking in front, no lot though. They have all your classic coffee shop drinks including some specialty ideas for a normal price. I got my usual iced vanilla latte and it was really sweet. I honestly would get it again or come here again but glad I tried it!

What a great little gem. A tiny little coffee shop with the friendliest Turkish barista. Stop for…read morecoffee - stay for banter, get a real cup of Turkish coffee or a cappuccino - both are great. Btw, chocolate mini cannoli was also worth the extra calories.

Kevin is incredible. I have Multiple Sclerosis and because of that illness, I cannot walk…read more Therefore I use a motorized wheelchair. Kevin took the time to help me out. He is patient and intelligent. Huge thanks to Kevin and the staff. God Bless Kevin. He is all class.

I grabbed a breakfast sandwich here and it was pretty good! It had so many items on it - ham,…read morecheese, egg, spinach, and tomato. The price was also affordable! The space is really cool and would be a great place to do work or meet up with friends. The staff was friendly and helpful as well.

#27 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES…read more A cute, old school, bookstore cafe with lots of seating for studying. If you walk to the left with all the books, there is a hidden study area with 4 seats, outlets, and a view out the window! They have all your typical cafe drinks. Not the best in terms of drinks, but it is affordable and gets the job done. I would come here to study again just for the vibes alone. However, if you're coming for a coffee date or great coffee, perhaps skip. Street parking available

Love the vibes in here. Welcoming, laid back, and lots of windows (great for winter). Coffee and…read morepastries are all affordable and there's a neat selection of books on the shelf. Chai was okay and cookie was a little dry. Good enough but room for improvement. That said, I still really like it here and think the nice atmosphere cancels any negatives. I also think the value is good and the people are nice. Good spot to meet a friend or get work done!