It's a great local coffee shop with great selection of great quality coffee. Very rustic decor…read more They are popular and great customer service. Thank you for sharing your coffee with us.

Great coffee and location, with really nice outdoor seating across in the garden area too. Loved…read moretheir cold brew a lot, didn't even need anything else and the flavor is perfect! The apple caramel scone was okay, more like cake than scone texture, and I didn't really get the apple air caramel flavors very strongly. I do love their drinks, and will definitely come back for them and hang out on this cute area!

Great location if you're at convention and want a quick, good coffee that's a little more local!…read more The latte was great, with a small but very good list of syrups and options. It is definitely a little pricier, but quality is there. The chocolate croissant was okay, a little hard but overall not bad. They didn't have a lot of food options, but for their drinks, it's pretty worth it.

La Prima Espresso in Pittsburgh was a little find right next to my hotel, which made it an easy…read morestop to kick off the morning when I was visiting for a work trip. I got an iced latte with almond milk (my go to choice), and a ham and cheese croissant. You heat it up yourself in their little microwave, which I weirdly loved--something about that DIY moment just made it feel cozy and casual. And once it was warm? Perfection. The vibe inside is exactly what I look for in a coffee shop. Laid back, not too loud, and plenty of space to get work done. It's not trying too hard to be trendy, which I appreciate. Just good coffee, good pastries, and a good spot to either chill. If you're in Pittsburgh and need a caffeine fix or a quick bite, especially near downtown, definitely check this place out!

What a fun & eclectic coffee shop! This place is great for a quick coffee grab, or if you want to…read morestay awhile. I tried the nitro cold brew & americano. Both were smooth and fueled up my day. The barista was friendly! And had great suggestions for places to eat & things to do while visiting.

Another coffee review? You say that like it's a bad thing…read more First off, let's talk about how much the actual space rocks. The knickknacks and doodads are neat and the place is never super crowded. Waiting in line? Not for this espresso fiend! The Yelp header talks about the maple brown sugar lattes, and my friends, Yelpers are correct. It's a damn delight in a cup. You know how much I love a house-made syrup, and Gasoline Street passes the exam. Life hack: put it in your mocha too! Pleasant staff, quiet nook, great shots... I think Penguins fans call this a "hat trick."

Coffee is americas past time. Well maybe not quite. But maybe it should. I love coffee and I love…read moretrying new flavors out. Along with new coffee shops. The staff here walked me through their menu. My drink was delicious. And I'll be sure to. One back again. The decor was cool and this place was very clean. I was glad I stopped in.

I feel very mixed about this coffee shop. We set out to find a coffee shop where we could sit down…read moreand enjoy a coffee. After walking around the neighborhood, this one had seating, so we went inside. First, I'll say the coffee we tried was pretty good - a cappuccino and a brown sugar cinnamon latte. The barista asked "for here or to go" and the drinks still came in a paper cup anyway despite us saying "for here". I really enjoy having a coffee in an actual glass/mug when I say "for here". The ambiance was a bit confusing... not really sure what they were going for in the space, things were a bit choppy and thrown together. Kinda felt like you were in someone's garage with cluttered items on rickety shelves behind the counter. Our barista was very nice, but an awkward moment occurred when they were ringing us up - barista asked for a tip but then told us not to put the tip on the credit card because the owner steals from them. We felt this was a little uncomfortable and gave some unwelcoming energy. We also tried a Nutella croissant, which was very good! I think this shop has a lot of potential with some changes to service and decor.

MY FAVORITE!! La…read morePrima has my heart, especially the Strip District location This is the very first La Prima Espresso shop, located at 21st & Penn. It's also a veteran-owned small business, which makes supporting it even better. With the warmer weather coming, I love seeing people outside playing cards, sipping lattes, and bringing their dogs along. You can grab fresh beans to make at home, enjoy local pastries in the morning (until they sell out), and the baristas are incredibly talented. Such a special spot full of history, community, and really great coffee.

For old school Pittsburgh vibes, you must check out LaPrima at their original location in the Strip…read moreDistrict for an espresso. The cafe is counter service...expect a wait on the weekends... the baristas are fantastic!!! but there is a steady line of customer during the day. Limited Standing room inside and table seating outside. The coffee beans are roasted in Pittsburgh and make a delicious brew for sipping at the cafe or to take home. Enjoy!

LOVED our dinner at this place…read more We came here for dinner while visiting Pittsburgh. The first thing that struck me was the interior decor. Very industrial and moody with an open kitchen/preparation area that adds some intrigue. I do like to see the happenings of what's going on as someone with zero attention span. Service was excellent. George was fantastic. He kept a close eye on us without being overbearing. He anticipated what we might need so we didn't spend one second waiting to order anything. The menu is not endless or overwhelming which, presumably, allows them to focus on the items that are listed. I have decision panic so it was kinda nice to have less things to choose from. They asked if there were any allergies or dietary restrictions so I mentioned my vegetarianism. George went through the menu and pointed out the vegetarian options including what seems like it is vegetarian but isn't. They had TWO vegetarian entree options and fortunately the non-mushroom one was something I probably would have ordered anyway: pesto with walnuts, arugula, and a very generous amount of grated cheese. To start, I ordered the Brussels sprouts whichc I was warned had fish sauce. This was fine but nothing that blew me away. GF, on the other hand, loved this. GF ordered the wedge which was brought to our attention as vegetarian with the bacon on the side, which was her request. We ended up sharing both, a large part of that was because hers came out first and I couldn't wait but I'm so glad because the wege was FANTASTIC. The dressing? holy fuck pure ecastasy. The wedge was more like a filet shape which was much easier to eat. Who decided on the wedge shape anyway? The lettuce was so fresh and crisp and went wonderfully with that orgasmic dressing and breadcrumbs. Back to my pasta. Also delectable. Noodles were al dente. The sauce was creamy and packed that pesto umami flavor. The walnuts were a really nice contrast in texture. Everything about it absolutely fucking slapped. GF ordered the mushroom entree which came served on a bed of barley which, don't mind if I do, had a few forkfuls to "sample" for "my review". Again, so fucking good. Because it was my birthday, George provided a dessert (yuzu maybe?) that was served inside a meringue-esque igloo, creamy perfect balance of sweet and tart custard with some berry business underneath. Wonderful. I almost forgot their spectacular cocktails! Holy shit, literally they have a CORN CHIP cocktail that I could not pass up. It comes with two massive cornchips on top of a flavored foam. When you bring the glass up to sip, the cornchips are right in front of your nose and their aroma sets the stage for the drink which was STRONG. It wasn't as corn chip forward as I expected but I understand that flavor is probaly hard to create. For my second drink, I ordered the blue one which was refreshing, light, and really good. GF ordered a spritz which was gorgeous "it was good". For second round, I picked out some uranium thing that was very cucumbery, GF says, "it was good". I just read it outloud to her. "it's true!" Fantastic meal at a great place.

Decor was impeccable, service was top notch, and the food was solid. Wasn't the biggest fan of the…read moreseasoning of the half chicken, but the cook on the chicken was perfect. Really liked this spot. The staff was great, the location was central, and its very upper crust. Great place for date night, drinks, and fellowship. I definitely will need to try another dish on my next visit.

High-quality, diverse coffee & tea, and much more!…read more The coffee here is fantastic. I wish I had more time to spend here - very cool vibe. They also have craft beers, cocktails, and hot teas, plus some food options. If you like wine, you'll love how they use wine analogies to describe coffee.

Went for breakfast with a friend. I loved the English muffin on this sandwich, the everything…read moreseasoning was perfect!! I did however burn the roof of my mouth but it was worth it. Then I got a matcha with vanilla and I really enjoyed it. My friend liked their cold brew as well. We lucked out and got a table.

Cute little coffee shop and in a great area to hangout and enjoy. Loved the rustic feel & ample…read morespace to work or enjoy time with friends. Loved that they are wanting to "teach" people about where the coffee comes from and how they prepare it to make it into your cup. Staff was friendly & efficient.

Sigh, if only I had read the floor and ceiling sign that showed where the coffee shop was, I…read morewouldn't have been so lost. Anyway, I eventually figured out and found the place (surprisingly, Safari Maps was correct, not Google Maps). Once inside the cafe, it was warm and inviting, and the barista was very kind. I tried their matcha latte, and it was delicious. The cafe is connected to a co-working space that's open to anyone, which is nice. They also offer free public WiFi that doesn't require a password. Heads up, parking is a bit tricky. You can park near the railroad tracks and walk over, or take a chance with the 30-minute loading spots and hope you don't get towed. Or, for a peace of mind, you can park inside the garage and then pay when leaving.

This is a great and alternative spot for those wanting something a little different than going out…read morefor drinks / to the bar. I say this because they are open late several nights a week! Great spot for dessert after dinner or as part of a date, too. I specifically went in for the "fancy" hot chocolate, which is made with real chocolate pieces. The baked goods were also tasty - my only suggestion is to make sure you ask to have your item warmed up, depending on what you get, as they are kept in a cool case and something like a brownie for example was pretty hard to eat. The sever did recognize this and offered to heat it up after the fact; which made it perfect. All of the baked goods were perfectly wrapped or garnished. The interior has a decent amount of seating and lots of dried flowers everywhere. Definitely try the hot chocolate!

Came here for a late night meeting and I'll be honest! Completely forgot what I was supposed to be…read moremeeting about because the cake was too good and that hot chocolate was mega distracting ‍

I stopped by here a couple of Saturdays ago with my wife and our twins for our morning coffee…read more Every weekend we try to visit a new local coffee shop, and on this morning we decided to go to Nicholas Coffee and Tea. How I have not reviewed this iconic Pittsburgh coffee shop before, I do not know, but it has been a number of years since my last visit. Its location in Market Square makes it prime real estate in Pittsburgh, but with Market Square currently being renovated, parking is not exactly easy to come by. Because of that, I had my wife run in while I circled the block. She came back out with an eggnog flavored latte for me and a gingerbread latte for herself. My eggnog latte ended up being pretty good, as I could clearly taste the nutmeg and cinnamon flavors. What really stood out was the texture of the drink, as it was thick, almost milkshake thick. I can only imagine how rich the eggnog they used must have been. While the strong eggnog flavor mostly masked the coffee, I did still get a bit of coffee flavor on the finish. My wife also enjoyed her gingerbread latte. The bottom line for me is that I would stop by here again in the future. Our coffees were good, and I would really like to head inside and see the shop again after being away for so long.

I first reviewed Nicholas Coffee & Tea in 2013, when I did not drink coffee at all. Well, these…read moredays I'll drink coffee with stuff in it (yay lattes!), which means I have a whole new appreciation for this place. Prior to starting to drink coffee, I really only came here if other people wanted to...because this isn't just a shop that serves drinks. They roast their beans on-site, store them on-site (in an eye-catching storage display), and package and prepare them on-site. As you might imagine, there is an overwhelming smell of coffee in this store. It's taken me a while to get there, but I can officially say: that's part of the store's charm. They're still operating in Market Square, in a cozy space that can quickly fill up with a line of fellow coffee drinkers. If you're ordering a single beverage (i.e. me every time I visit), you'll walk from the front door to the back counter; this is where their baristas work and whip up made-to-order brews. Shoppers can also browse their tea selection (it'll be to your right about halfway between the front door and the back counter); and most impressively, their vintage coffee bins are lined up behind a separate counter, which runs the length of the left side of the store. I've only bought single to-go drinks at Nicholas Coffee & Tea, but a relative orders their beans/grounds in-bulk and has done so for years. Maybe I can get her to write her own review about that! I however will end my update by saying: this place, its drinks, its coffee...it's all great. I mean, I feel like other yinzers already knew that, seeing as this place has been in business for over 100 years...but I had to say something since my 12-year-old review absolutely does not represent my feelings about Nicholas Coffee & Tea in 2025. I now always come here when I'm downtown, and I always look forward to it!