Metropolitan Coffee is such a cute hidden gem tucked away in Old Brooklyn. You can really tell they…read morecare about quality--everything is made from scratch, even the flavor syrups, and they use Rising Star beans. The menu has some standout breakfast options you don't see often around here, like loaded grits (a rare Southern find in this area). The grits were absolutely amazing--definitely my new go-to breakfast craving. The blueberry cream cheese muffin totally lived up to the hype too: moist, sweet, and perfectly balanced. We also tried the seasonal strawberry mocha. The coffee itself was smooth and well-made, though the strawberry flavor was a bit subtle. The vibe is one of the best parts--lots of seating, a mix of people working and chatting, and the kind of cozy atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. They also host yoga twice a week (Thursdays and Sundays) and fun events like game nights, which adds to the community feel. Definitely a spot worth lingering in.

Another coffee nook win. When the barista said the cookie was going to be decadent, he absolutely…read moremeant it. Rich, indulgent, and worth every bite. They also had a small selection of food items, and everything looked scrumptious. I ordered a spicy latte paired with a chocolate brownie (perfect choice), and the combination was comforting with just the right kick. The atmosphere is what truly sets this café apart. It's designed in a way that makes you want to stay for hours -- calm, relaxing, and easy to get lost in. I'm already looking forward to stopping by again next time I'm in the neighborhood.

This Starbucks is located in the Rockside Corners Plaza in Independence (with plenty of parking)…read more It's a very simplistic and outdated location. By that I mean simple furniture and decor. There's just a store, no drive-thru is available. This location is close to all local hotels (within 3-5 minutes drive) and Independence business district. Service is extremely friendly and welcoming! Drinks (two Venti Iced Coffees in my case) were prepared almost instantly! Drinks were consistent with what you'd usually expect at Starbucks. At around almost 8 AM the coffee shop was almost empty. Wall decor includes coffee agriculture art. It was interesting to check out. But then again I love all coffee art at Starbucks. I'd recommend this location for a quick morning cup of coffee!

This was my first time at this space. The staff was…read morefriendly and answered my questions about the available food items. The unisex restroom was very clean and this location smelled amazing. My hot items were ready in great time and was tasty, but smaller then advertised.

I love Six Shooter Coffee and typically visit the Waterloo location. However, I was in the area on…read morea Saturday morning, so I stopped in. This one feels a little less cozy, maybe because it's on a busier street and has less seating, but the vibes are still great. Menus are exactly the same. I got a fabulous pistachio and cardamom bevvie, as well as my beloved ham toastie. The service was absolutely amazing and I struck up a great convo with the ladies who assisted me. Six Shooter is hands down my favorite coffee shop in Cleveland for both the coffee (grounds are delicious and reasonably priced) and the good vibes. Really awesome and welcoming neighborhood feel. I love supporting this business.

I only ended up here to pick up some coffee for a friend who needed it! I ended up getting a coffee…read morebecause why not? The place was cute and the air smelled like delicious coffee...... I decided on the "Olive it a Latte" latte - a graza olive oil infused milk steamed with citrus pistachio simple syrup and poured over an espresso!! I was slightly scared after I ordered because I wasn't 100% sure about the flavor - but it was pretty good! Not my favorite ever but it was such a fun flavored latte to try!! - plus the guy who made my latte made it a point to show me the latte art before putting my to go lid on and that made my day! they were so kind!! Plus my friend really enjoyed the "Collinwood" espresso blend I got her - so all in all we were both happy...and what else can you ask for? Ill have to make my way back over here for another fun latte flavor!

Gentleman was nice behind the counter. Very small place and…read moreit seems most get it to go. The cobbler was very good and I enjoyed the ice cream. Kind of pricey so not sure if I would return.

Very tasty. The place is small with a few tables. It seems…read moremost people either take it home or have it delivered. The gentleman behind the counter was nice. For almost $10 you get a cup of cobbler and a quarter cup of ice cream. I'll get desserts here again, but it'll be a big splurge so it won't be often.

It's coffee and soup flight season at the Little Birdie Wine Nest an adorable hidden gem with…read moreeverything you could want all in one! Enjoy the coffee shop, wine shop, grazing boards, flat breads and more in the store front! Check out their craft workshops, events and live music! Love supporting this female owned spot! We sat at a booth and looked over the extensive menu before going up to the counter to order. They luckily weren't very busy so we didn't wait long at all for our food and drinks. Kinda pricy for what you get hence the 4 star review but overall a good experience. Plenty of parking in the lot available. Pear Bellini Mimosa Savory Snacks Grazing Board Cold Brew Flight Seasonal Soup Flight

Update! This place still rocks. Bathroom seems fixed. LOL! Still have lots of choices both wine and…read morecoffee. Staff is still nice. Selection of wines is great! Events are listed on-line. They also have a lot of little accessories which are cute. I'd say the only issue is that price tags are not on everything. So I had to keep asking how much a bottle of wine was. So if they can add price stickers and shelf labels that be solved. Not everything is marked. On Sundays there is no wine drinking and no wine selling so you have to do that the rest of the week. Check this place out!

There was a nice girl name Jordan who took my order she was just so nice my drink was made so well…read moreI got a sweet and salty it was made exactly to my liking and I couldn't have asked for a better experience with my order taker and drink maker thank you!

Service was super! We went at 10:20pm and they were just as professional and polite as they are in…read morethe day!

I first discovered Gourmands around 2002 when I worked in the area. It was famous then- great…read moreservice, delicious sandwiches, all my coworkers were obsessed with the chippers. We loved the spot and was always a treat when we had Gourmands for lunch. I am back working in the area and was pleased to see they were still open. It's been 20 years probably, I prepared myself to be disappointed. Surely, they can my be at the same caliber as before? I bet someone else bought the place and quality went downhill? I was gleefully wrong. Same great service. Same wonderful, plentiful menu. Same excellence and quality. Same chippers! My sandwich was Giant, perfectly crafted , fresh and ready in the appropriate amount of time. I was so happy to enjoy my lunch there and see it was still bustling with patrons. You must check out Gourmands

Everything was delicious with my breakfast sandwich, except the eggs were either baked or…read moremicrowaved. It was also super thin.

It's clear this place has been around for a long time. It was busy, but the service was really…read moregreat. Our server was amazing - so outgoing and friendly. It was obvious she had been doing it a long time. The food was pretty good. Not much to say about it! The regular drip coffee was not good. It kind of the tasted like water. Overall it was a good experience, but nothing really wow'd me. Good place to try though! Overall rating: 3.8/5 stars

Hubby and I wanted to try a different restaurant on our weekend getaway. Pleasantly surprised…read more Friendly workers, food was out quickly and good portions.

I've been to Scratch in Independence a handful of times, but this is my first time finally writing…read morea review and it's well deserved because this place never disappoints. I met a friend for breakfast this morning, and everything from start to finish was spot on. I ordered the Sweet Jalapeño Sandwich: an English muffin piled with jam, bacon, an egg cooked over medium, and cheddar, served with home fries. It was the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and just a little kick. My friend stuck with her usual: the Banana & Bourbon Caramel Bread Pudding French Toast, topped with fresh bananas and their homemade bourbon caramel sauce, plus a side of pork belly. It looked incredible and, according to her, tasted just as good as it always does. We arrived just a few minutes after they opened at 8:00 and were seated right away. The service was friendly, attentive, and very prompt without feeling rushed. Scratch has such a great casual, local diner feel, but with a menu that's anything but ordinary. The portions are generous, the flavors are unique, and the quality is consistently excellent. Definitely a go-to spot for breakfast or brunch...you really can't go wrong here.

This is the second time I've visited Scratch. The first was roughly 12-18 months ago. Both visits…read morewere awesome. The restaurant has a pleasant, bright, family diner ambiance. White walls, glass windows in front, a few things hung on the walls. Not fancy, but pleasant. Very clean. The food is phenomenal. I've been dreaming about their biscuits and gravy since my last visit. Still perfect. The home fry-style potatoes are what a lot of places try to serve but fail at miserably. They are crispy AND fluffy! Yum! My scrambled eggs were not at all greasy or oily. My iced tea was delicious and refreshing. My lovely wife had the chorizo hash, which I tried. Oh, my. So good. And the chipotle crema on top was just perfect. They have excellent diner coffee here as well. My service experience was immaculate the first time and just OK today. He was fine initially, but I feel like he kind of forgot about us after he checked on our food. We were stuck way in the back. Maybe he was on a break, which is fine. I spent time as a waiter in two different restaurants, so I'm sympathetic, but I did not get a drink refill, and I wanted one pretty badly. This is one of my favorite breakfast spots, and it feels like a hidden gem.

I was greeted immediately…read more This location is a hidden gem. They are right off the highway and I would guess 80% of their orders are from the drive thru. I don't frequent Starbucks often, so I typically like to go inside and look and see what I want to try so as not to hold up the line of regulars. The inside was so warm and cozy. The restroom was very clean. The gentleman who placed my order was patient and kind. I chose the spinach feta wrap which was served piping hot. I also chose the brown sugar iced expresso with oatmilk. Both were delicious and made me feel fancy. While I waited, I read the maps that mentioned places around the world that they sourced coffee from. When I entered there were only two customers inside with me and it was refreshing not feeling rushed to order. I will definitely return.

They do really well at making the drinks here but its faster to go through the drive thru. I went…read moreinside thinking it would be quicker but I was mistaken. The staff is very nice though!