I'll be straight up off the bat...I used to be a regular here many years ago (when I lived…read morelocally). Therefore, it was sort of a homecoming for me. As usual, the experience was great. As a small business owner myself, I love seeing businesses like this grow and thrive. I remember when it was just the owner and one staff...there were now three working their butts off! The service and food reflected this. It's awesome to see how The Bean has grown - especially since Covid caused many similar places to go under. Check it out! Trust me.

Super cute and friendly coffee shop. Staff was very helpful and super nice. I ordered an iced…read morematcha with sf vanilla and almond milk. Soooooo gooood. Although I did not get a sandwich, while I was there about five people did and they looked hearty and delicious. Everyone seemed to enjoy them. Bonus: In the alley there's an ice cream shop that's connected to them and the shakes I saw go by looked amazing too. I'll be back to try the food and the ice cream very soon! Bonus #2 doggos are welcome too.

Good but basic coffee and matcha…read more Came here on the hunt for coffee spots. Generally don't like going into Hartford, but figured it was early enough to avoid the major crowds and traffic. When I first got here, the barista was not ready to take orders yet, so I sat down while they prepped for the day. After about 15 minutes they were ready, so I ordered a basic latte and sat back down. The coffee bar has no food and only coffee and matcha drinks, relying on other businesses to fill that gap when they don't offer food at the primary location. The hours on Saturday don't match up with the other local businesses, so it leads to the ability to get coffee but not food till at least an hours time from open. The latte was basic, coffee is of a decent quality and the milk was frothy. No real design work beyond a basic onion off-center. They had one special latte, a pb&j inspired iced latte. Opted against, since they were still prepping for those orders when I went to order. It's functional coffee for the area. Not bad but not special either. It's a place to get a cup of joe on Pratt street, and it's good coffee but nothing to call home about.

The BOP coffee is located adjunct to Refugee Tattoos on Pratt Street in Downtown Hartford. There is…read morea platform that makes it appear as a winding ramp immediately after entering the shop, sort of shaping the room to make you end up at The BOP counter which is exactly where I wanted to be. You most certainly need not take it though and take a step the other way into Refugee Tattoos side. I got myself a double espresso with a pump of vanilla. I think I could've done without since it wasn't sweet. I want to visit again and have it one more time! The barista was lovely and she didn't rush me at all as I made my choice. She also made great recommendations. It was nice and quiet in the studio though that's not to say they didn't have any other clients beyond the curtain. Everyone was friendly.

First time trying the açaí bowl and it was delicious …read more Since I was a first timer I had the first time option on the menu. The server also had me try the açaí since I haven't tried it before which was great as now I have an idea of what it taste like. She was very patient with helping me in my decision on what to get. The first time option include açaí, strawberries, banana , granola and honey. The presentation of the dish was amazing. It looks so good and make you just wanna dig in right there and then. She also added coconut flakes which was a great touch. A little too much on the honey but was overall a great bowl and i will be getting another when whenever I go back to Parkville market. Ps. I go to Parkville Market every Tuesday night

The people were so nice and knowledgeable, the smoothie I got was awesome you can taste all the…read moreflavors, only draw back is the timing and that's only because she makes everything with love and by herself and thats doesn't make it bad, it makes for a good product. I would go back again and again. Go try it you won't regret it.

Baristas were friendly and patient. I could tell they took a lot of pride in their work. I had the…read morepistachio coconut dream and it was a 10/10!!!! And the atmosphere was amazing to boot! A must visit for anyone and every coffee lover.

Small place, but they do have some tables on another level, small area while waiting for your…read morecoffee. Got an orange blossom white mocha latte and it was delightful. Really interesting mix of flavors. I def plan on going back!

Decided to grab coffee with a friend to talk and catch up so we decided to check out J. René for…read morecoffee . Located in park road , it's a small coffee shop . The coffee it self was good. I ordered the iced latte. However I felt like for a coffee shop the coffee options were limited and didn't offer any specialty drinks/menu . And i didn't see any options for adding flavours like vanilla or hazelnut either which was disappointing for someone who ho loves to add flavour to coffee ( not sure if I just had to ask for it .. but didn't see it on the menu as an option) They did however offer a variety of different types of coffee and brewing options which was different . They also offered pastries and a limited food menu as well which I felt was little pricey . And the seating is also very limited , and uncomfortable . Not ideal for sitting and chatting for extend periods . Ideally I would come here for a grab and go coffee if you want something nice and simple .

J René holds a special place in my heart. Maybe it's because my own name is Jacklyn Renee or maybe…read moreit's because I have a lot of memories of taking my daughters here to enjoy a pastry. What keeps me coming back is the always-calm atmosphere and always-perfect coffee.

First time coming here and was surprised with the cute ambiance and esthetic…read more I got the Salted brown sugar latte, it was good. Topped with a bit of sea salt, it was the perfect blend. There is a little library, with a take one leave on option, a community donation of art supplies and crafts as well as their mission to the community. Came here as part of the Hartford coffee crawl, and looks are deceiving, because of the street parking situation. I would have easily missed this sport driving downtown if not for the pass.

I Stopped here to grab a drink while on a Hartford coffee crawl. I enjoyed a shot of espresso and…read morean everything bagel with cream cheese. My partner got a salted brown sugar iced latte . This cafe is definitely unique. It has an art studio in the back of the cafe. The Parking is kind of hard to find because it's on a main rd in Hartford. Staff were friendly but forgot about my bagel. I ended up waiting a long time for my bagel with cream cheese. I had reminded staff once but they still continued to stock items and take other orders before preparing mine. Staff did apologize and thank me for my patience after all was said and done.

I recently attended an event at Bloom Bake Shop, and it was such a lovely experience. They have a…read morecozy little area upstairs that's perfect for small gatherings, complete with a comfy couch and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Afterwards I stay downstairs and experienced the coffee shop. I ordered a gluten-free breakfast sandwich, which was really good. The bread was a bit firm, but I actually appreciated that since most gluten-free bread tends to fall apart. This one held up nicely. My honey latte was absolutely delicious, smooth, perfectly sweet, and beautifully made. There's also a cute outdoor seating area, great for relaxing with coffee on a nice day. Parking is on the street around the corner, since the street the shop is on is closed to cars and open to pedestrians only, which adds to the charm of the area. You order at the counter, get a number, and they bring your food right to your table. When you're finished, you clear your own dishes to the bin, which keeps the place tidy. I also noticed the staff going around regularly wiping tables and keeping everything clean and welcoming. Overall, Bloom Bake Shop has a great vibe, tasty food, and friendly service. Definitely worth checking out!

"Rise up this morning, smiled with the rising sun Three…read morelittle birds pitch by my doorstep Singing sweet songs of melodies pure and true Saying, "This is my message to you" (Bob Marley) As my friend Ana B. pointed out, the Bloom Bake Shop is a Triple Threat with three different personalities. Is it a flower shop? Is it a coffee shop? Is it a bakery? Of course, it's all three. We popped in a little before their 1:00 Sunday closing today, and the only bakery items remaining were four lemon blueberry scones. We scooped up two of them at $3.75 each. Now a scone isn't always a scone. Some have the density and weight of a doorstop or a hockey puck. Not these, they were as good as any scone we've ever sampled. They were soft, fresh, and bursting with lemon and blueberry fruit and taste. They were exceptionally great. The interior was very pretty with flower displays, booths, tables, and plenty of goodies for sale like bags of granola, pastries, and sandwiches. The exterior dining patio was packed with customers finishing off their lunches or late breakfasts while sipping their coffees, espressos, cappuccinos, and lattes. Thank you, Bloom Bake Shop, for a very enjoyable visit.

This little coffee and snack bar recently opened in the Hartford Steam Boiler building. Coffee,…read moresandwiches, salad, and soup are among the offerings. It's a great place to stop for a quick lunch!

I love going to the spot for breakfast and lunch! it's very convenient and you never have to wait…read morelong! The owners are AMAZING!!! and super friendly. It's a very welcoming environment and the food tastes amazing!! Love the monthly coffee specials! Never a bad experience.

As a first time customer I was excited to come support Black Business unfortunately my experience…read morewas not pleasant. My friend and I walked in and we could see that the establishment is small and asked for a bigger table being that we're taller and bigger woman. We were denied because their policy of three or more at that specific table. The issue was the Co-owner's approach to the situation. I felt like instead of having an attitude she could have handled the matter in a professional respectful manner instead of saying and I quote "you're getting made over a table". They should work on their greetings and mannerisms when approached with a discrepancy.

Rebel Coffee is a really cute coffee shop, the service was great. I got the nitro cold brew and the…read moretaste is very smooth. Definitely recommend trying!

I got their seasonal special: the salted caramel toffee cold brew and it was sooooo good! Next time…read moreI'll def be adding cold foam to it tho! They have a giant menu of drinks and food! I would love to come back and try some of their eats. Everything sounded amazing! This spot was easy to park at and it had lots of parking! I truly appreciated that after going to many spots in the area with less than ideal parking situations. This was an added plus for sure! The girl that helped me was very nice and helpful as well. Spot was large. Not overly fancy, but cute! I would def go again!