Was alright. Extra charges for an almond milk mocha making it $5.15 + $0.50 + $0.65 = $7.30! The coffee itself wasn't that great - kind of an "off" taste. It's cool that they have a couple of vegan options - the blueberry muffin is OK, but nothing to rave about. It's a cool space, and nice staff, but really no compelling reason to return. read more

Coffee shop on 19 in Mount Lebo. The building and interior is old and ambiance not as intimate as some coffee shops. There is ample seating inside even for somewhat larger groups. Many drink and food options. A little disappointed that I saw them pop my breakfast wrap from the cooler case right into the microwave. However, despite that, it was rather good. My husband had the special at the time which he also enjoyed. Service was quick and friendly. Prices average. Street parking. Would certainly return when in the area especially if I'm interested in coffee and breakfast. read more

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TLDR: Excellent cafe but I will never go back. Do NOT attempt to sit and chat with your friends for any length of time after eating, unless you want to be humiliated in front of strangers. Owner maybe be hostile towards LGBTQ people. If you look gay, go somewhere or be ready to be badgered. I have spent at least one Sunday a month in this cafe for two years, eating while I do my homework for grad school. I often get coffee, work for several hours, and then get lunch with no issue. And don't get me wrong, that's because the coffee and food are really good. The workers are also all great too. However, today I had an interaction with the owner and now I will never return to this cafe because I was humiliated in front of other customers by the owner. I usually come into Orbis alone and I usually look very straight/cisgender, two things I am not. In the two years I've gone there, that has always been true and the owner has never looked at or spoken to me except to take my order. Today, however, I brought my partner and together we looked plainly queer. I was also working on a laptop with LGBTQ and pro-trans stickers on it. As soon as we walked in, the owner was glaring at us. I chalked it up to her just being old and generally having a bad attitude, something I've noticed before but never cared about because it's good food, but it didn't stop there. Fast forward an hour and a half and I've finished my coffee. It was a busy Sunday but there were still plenty of seats, and we were waiting for our friend to join us for lunch when the owner comes up to us and asks if we want anything else. We say no politely, but she stood there and looked at us until we repeated that we were okay. About fifteen minutes later she came back up and informed us that (1) we had been there for three hours -- which was simply not true, we hadn't even been there two hours yet, and (2) there was apparently a rule that you had to buy something every three hours if you wanted to "use their wifi." This would be all fine and good except in my, again, TWO YEARS of eating here no one has ever said that to me and there are no signs. I have spent much longer than three hours in there between orders and it has never been an issue. Not to mention we were writing papers and not even using the wifi, which is good because they turned it off before coming to talk to us. I responded that that was news to me, but it was fine, I would happily buy something else, even though I was going to be ordering lunch shortly, if she could please not be passive aggressive towards me and instead just tell me the rule because I'd never heard it before. She rolled her eyes and walked away before I could finish my sentence. All the while, there were other people sitting around us on their computers with one drink, the exact same as we had, and she didn't speak to any one them. She chastised us in front of a bunch of other customers too, which was humiliating because it really made it seem like we were freeloading when we simply were not. I have to reiterate, I spend a lot of money here! I can't read the owner's mind and she didn't say anything explicitly homophobic to me, so take this for what you will. It's just really, really hard for me to imagine any other reason when I have been eating here for years with no problem, and the only thing that changed today was that I brought my partner with me and looked visibly queer. Giving her the benefit of the doubt and assuming it wasn't homophobia, I simply refuse to be disrespected like this when I pay good money to that business all the time. I encourage you to do the same -- there are a lot of good cafes in Dormont. It saddens me to be leaving such a bad review for a really great cafe with really polite workers and great food/coffee. I would give it one star if it wasn't for all that. read more

Very nice coffee shop. They have a few more options than some other similar coffee stores, including French Press coffee and pour over coffee. There are plenty of tables--it seems more set up for dining. There aren't so many couches and large chairs that you see in other coffee shops. I got a French Press and the quality of the coffee was very good. It seems there's a bigger selection of food compared to other like stores, but I didn't get any food. Service was very good and prices about normal for this type of place. read more

Orbis Caffe - You can get delicious French Press coffee here - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Stopped over here after lunch with family to check out this place. It is very spacious and has free WiFi available. Their signature icon appears to be a moped bike which I noticed everywhere including on ceramic coffee cups for sale in the center of the cafe. They have a good selection of coffees, expressos, both hot and iced as well as a vast selection of teas. Hot chocolate is also available. In addition they have a small menu of lunch items including quiches. I inquired about the pastries and learned that the majority of them are made down the street from scratch by an Italian lady. Some of the others are made in house which are brought in frozen and then they prepare them. They did identify which were made in house and which were made by the lady down the street. The counter lady let me sample a blend of coffee before purchase. I was pleased with the taste and decided to order that along with a pumpkin biscotti made by that Italian lady I previously referenced. My coffee was served in a ceramic cup and my biscotti on a rectangular plate. Both were very good and was well pleased with service I had received. Desserts range about $1.50 give or take. Take out service is available. Can't wait to try the quiche but will have to save it for a return visit. It looked delicious and I'm sure it is. read more

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My daughter and I love this place! i usually get a dirty chai latte with the spiced chai and almond milk:) Yummy! We like to sit at the bar and work on projects side by side. One day I will have to meet a friend there for a glass of wine. Their food offerings are also delicious, I have enjoyed quiche there, and also a sandwich once. (quiche is usually available w their baked goods, in a glass case, different types all the time:) and a food menu is available mainly on certain evenings, and for Sunday brunch, I believe! Very nice family owns the place, I have enjoyed chatting with them. read more

Love this coffee shop! First time visiting with a friend and it was amazing. The yogurt with berries, nuts and honey was so good! My latte was also delicious. Great atmosphere to meet friends or work on the computer. read more

Orbis Caffe - Vanilla latte and yogurt with fruit nuts and honey! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

My husband and I have been coming here for years now. It was one of our favorite coffee spots from the beginning when we moved to Pittsburgh! Great coffee and tea selection and the food is incredible! We always order the quiche of the day, the recipe is always very creative and surprisingly delicious! The thing you definitely want to try here is Sunday Brunch! The menu is always changing and once again always delicious. (I could go on and on) The atmosphere is cozy and quaint. I'm telling you, you've gotta give it a try!!! read more

Orbis Caffe - We both tried some of the quiche and also split an order of the toast. The food here always looks beautiful and tastes like perfection! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A superior coffee shop with options for pour over or french press. Very good brews! The service was a bit slow but I think it's worth the wait if you have time. I really like the intelligista brand they sell on site here. The staff also seem Knowledgeable too about their beans. read more

Orbis Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Comfortable vibe, relaxing, simplicity. This is the place to go. If you want to relax and get away with your thoughts this would be the stop you must make. My barista was nice and busy. She was keeping the house organized and cleaned but making customers her number one priority. This is a rare sight these days. I settled in to a worn leather couch which I could of fallen asleep easily. I am glad I ordered an Americano with 2 sugar cookies. Both were fresh and delicious. This was the perfect reward for a long week. read more

Orbis Caffe - Americano and sugar cookies!! Yummy!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I've been coming here for years. The food was always good but baristas are incredibly rude and unwelcoming. Had to stop going!

Most beautiful cafe, great for work, eating, snacking. Beats the rest of the coffee in the area! Baked goods are homemade and dietary restriction friendly (GF and vegan options!), and they also have some decadent or healthy menu items! What. joy to be here! read more

It's kind of pricey, but I get that every time I pay $4 for a latte, it's really just paying for wifi and rent for the next hour that I'm going to spend there while I chill and sip my coffee. I drink a lot of coffee, so the first thing I had to do when I got there was use the restroom. I'm not ashamed to say it. Bathroom cleanliness is important when you've got a tiny bladder like mine. And actually, the bathroom is super chic. It's decorated in a kind of Japanese theme and I'd give it a 10/10 on the neat & tidy scale. So there's that. I appreciated my latte art by my barista which really matched the time and care they put into the store's decorations. It's really diverse from African masks to Japanese umbrellas to daisies to Seurat-inspired paintings. You feel more cultured just by parking your toosh there for a while. I had a medium Hazelnut Latte and a great time and I only left $5 lighter than when I went in. read more

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We walked over to Orbis for brunch after church today. The place was really busy so we had to wait in line a bit to order. But, boy was it worth it!! I had the Asparagus, Bacon, Brie and Egg on Sourdough Toast which was amazing!! I would have never put that combo together myself. The tomatoes in the salad that came with it were very flavorful. My daughter got scrambled eggs with cheese and bacon. The eggs were so fluffy and delicious. Hubs got a ham and cheese omelette which he really liked as well. This will definitely be a place we come back to more often for Sunday brunch. read more

So let me start this review by saying that I'm not really a coffee drinker. My bar is set at Starbucks (and I just lost all the coffee snobs in the room). Ok, for those of you still with me, because I admittedly don't like plain coffee, I am pretty much a lightweight when it comes to what I order. I have a standard toffee nut latte that I get from Starbucks on those rare occasions when I want to pump sugar and caffeine into my body, and that's about it. The thing about the toffee nut flavoring is that other than Starbucks, little local coffee shops with limited menus never seem to have it. So even though Starbucks sort of sucks (my coffee snob friend has trained me to taste how they burn their beans) I deal with it for my favorite drink. Except for Orbis! I went in today and practically hugged the owner behind the counter when I saw that she had a bottle of toffee nut flavoring sitting there. I quickly ordered a toffee nut latte, and it was AMAZING. I finally had my favorite drink without any burned beans, so I could fully appreciate the flavors. When you eat or drink in the cafe they serve you at your table, and I'm always impressed by the presentation. The drinks always have little hearts in the foam and the plates are served with a teensy garnish bowl of fruit - usually fresh raspberries and blueberries. They do a pretty big breakfast rush, complete with a Sunday brunch. Their quiches are always exotic and fabulous and today I had some sort of cookie with nutella in it and just about died from happiness. Oh, and I've been there before and can attest that they also have an awesome selection of loose-leaf teas (because I *am* a tea snob and understand that well). Totally love this place's cafe atmosphere - which is very cozy - and think the place is awesome. Come check it out! read more

Really great coffee -- enjoy the espresso / lattes & tea. Quick bites are also good. Left a star off for ambience; once was told by an elderly staff member to turn volume down on our child's tablet pad so others can sit in quiet. Thought that was weird for a vibrant coffee shop & turned us off a bit as we have kids and won't be visiting without them. read more

Great neighborhood coffee shop in Mt. Lebanon, PA. I would give it 3 stars because it is like so many other good-quality local coffee shops, but I'm adding a star because they have pastries baked right there. I had a cinnamon roll with icing, right out of the oven and warm. On a cold and rainy morning. Easily worth that 4th star, and I suspect that if I spent more mornings at this place they'd earn that star and maybe another one on their own. read more

Service for breakfast is sketchy. We ordered behind a couple and didn't receive our breakfast until they were leaving. They could be friendlier. At least try a little. Very good food and nice atmosphere. Larger groups who are regulars seem to be greeted differently. read more

I'm an latte snob, I admit it. Orbis has the best lattes I've had anywhere in Pittsburgh! My sister and I make a point of heading there every morning when we are back in Mt Lebanon visiting my parents. Absolute best lattes! read more

If you are looking for good coffee, tea, or treat, Orbis has it. Coffee is excellent and the staff is great. Have met some friends that tend to hang here and have never been disappointed. Have had a few treats, bagel my last visit was good. Have not tried but others have had some egg wraps that they said were good. read more

I stopped into this coffee shop to get an iced coffee before heading to get my hair done at a salon nearby by. The cafe was busy but the they kept the line moving. They had some great coffee offerings. It made it hard to choose. I went with an Iced Mocha. I was disappointed that they didn't have a bigger size than what they had. It was the equivalent of a medium at other coffee shops. I put my order in and it was only a minute or two before my order was ready. The friend I was with found us a small table to sit at to talk and enjoy our coffee. I was hooked after taking the first sip. I like strong coffee and this iced coffee was made with exactly that. I usually order extra ice to cool the coffee down quicker but since I couldn't order a bigger size I just kept it as they offer it. Next time I would order a cup of ice and just pour my coffee over that. There was just enough mocha but it wasn't overwhelming which was nice. I like the taste of coffee and to have the mocha enhance it, not cover it up. I drank it so quickly that I almost ordered a second one. If I would have had more time I would have. The shop is nice and welcoming. There was a variety of people inside which is always nice. They had big tables and small tables so you could take a group in or just sit by yourself. Everyone seemed relaxed which is always a good sign. The cafe is in a busy shopping district so it would be a place to take a break from shopping or to go grab coffee after a meal. read more

Orbis Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Aldo Coffee used to be at this location, and that was one of my favorite coffee houses, so I was disappointed when it closed. I need not have worried, as Orbis Caffe serves up some delicious coffee and treats, and the vibe is the same laid back, chillin' and comfy atmosphere as it ever was. Try the chocolate hazelnut biscotti...delicious. read more

I had a headache. I was tired. I was hungry. The symptoms of waking from slumber were stronger than usual. And yet the charm of Mount Lebanon and the approach of Orbis Cafe gave me hope, and I slyly persuaded my henchbrethren of the need to stop. Orbis Cafe differs from your normal specialty coffee shop in that it's willing to cater to hipsters and 85 year old grandpeople alike. It's a quaint little shop with some beautiful touches but without the meticulously crafted designs of their significant friends in some other parts of the city. The baristas seemed more flustered and less calm and cool, and yet happy. It's just a place that is capable of pleasing the connoisseurs without turning off the common people. A bit hidden is the obtainability of such a quality thing as a pour-over using Ceremony or Intelligentsia coffee. But it's true! You can even spend $40 on a few ounces of rare coffees like Geisha, Eugenioides and Sudan Rume! They also carry local 19 Coffee Roasters which I had to try, in the form of a Colombian pour-over. I was a bit skeptical but it turned out to be about a 9.5. On a scale of 1-17. Not bad, not amazing. BUT, there was the heavenly broccoli Brie quiche. I was revived. I was awakened. I was filled. read more

Service lets this place down. I'm the only customer in the place and I have to wait while the barista finishes her text? "Just a minute, I'm almost done..." she says, while I stand there. Customer lost. read more

This place is a gem in Uptown Lebo. Great strong European-esque lattes. The owners are from South Africa and plan a unique dinner on the last Friday night of each month with a different international theme. You register in advance and it's BYOB the night of. My husband and I attended a Caribbean themed night this summer in July. It was fantastic! Go with a group of people and you'll all be seated together. A wonderful experience. Small plates, tapas style. Otherwise, this is a lovely cafe to step into for a scone with a cup of tea or coffee. read more

Orbis has a wonderful sense of community, and it earns that well by being a locally family owned business. The coffee is excellent and the staff is very friendly. I attended their once a month international dinner and the food was over the top excellent. read more

Super cute atmosphere here. It's a little dark, but it feels kitschy and homey and is a great place to meet up with friends, or to bring a book or laptop and settle in. The espresso is usually Intelligentsia (Black Cat) which is a big plus. They have a range of drinks for absolutely everyone, from coffee snobs to flavored-sugar-coffee addicts. That's a hard crowd to keep everyone happy, but Orbis does it right. The batch brew coffee is priced well and sometimes is great, other days it is not-so-good. I wish it was more consistent so that I could count on a great cup every time. Sometimes it is very disappointing. The snacks are great here too, and I look forward to a breakfast soon! read more

My fiance and I grab coffees from Orbis almost 5 days a week between the two of us. We work in Mt. Lebanon and it a nice, local shop that we can walk to. The staff are always incredibly friendly, efficient with orders, and the coffee is on point! I like that they experiment with different flavors (lemongrass latte) and different roasts. They have a small box that holds frequent shopper cards so you don't have to worry about carrying yours with you all the time. The shop is spacious with plenty of tables, even during busy times. Would be a great place to read/study as well. Stop in if you haven't been yet. Guaranteed you'll be hooked! read more

Born and bread Pittsburgher now living in San Fran... So this stylish, inviting, delicious lookin coffee shop was a welcome site for a Sunday morning starter while back for a family visit. The Columbian coffee was recommended for more pour over. Good but not great. Felt like the coffee was cooler than it should be and had more bitterness than I'd expect when filtered properly for a pour over (which I make daily at home so I've scorched more than my share). The quiche on other hand were extraordinarily delicious ... Not creamy or high like a French quiche, more like an excellent frittata with a savory crust. Broc and Cheddar paired with Turkey and Saurkraut. Loved the audacity and flavor profiles. Definitely will be back this week to try other coffees and dishes! Update: Came back on Friday of the same week... New crew so they didn't recognize me. They gained +1 star for their attentive service, new meatball quiche (WTH...crazy great butter crust), and an exceptional Honduras based Americano. Well done, Orbis! I look forward to my next visit to you when I'm back in Pittsburgh! read more

This chicken wrap is to die for and the coffee isn't too bad either. Very reasonably priced.

Best coffee ever. I travel the country every week. Recently in Portland looking for a great cup, found a couple but thought not as good as "orbis". Enjoy the Vegan Blueberry muffins too. Joe read more

So so nice. Stopped in for a latte and a cookie and had the best time. Fast service and friendly staff and the coffee was delicious. Would definitely recommend stopping in and will most definitely go in again sometime soon! read more

Terrible. Rude. Long wait in line. Not one 'Can I help you? ' or 'What would you like?'. Better service at Dunkin Donuts. Three people behind the counter and no service. read more

Got a cappuccino and quiche. Cappuccino was frothy and pretty decent. The quiche was simple, potato and bacon with a flaky buttery crust The atmosphere is welcoming and the ambience is simplistic. My only gripe - no comfy, sink in to settle, seating. The caffe just has run of the mill wooden tables and chairs. Other than it's a lovely addition to Washington Road's growing culinary allure. read more

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This place is pricey, there is no doubt, but the quality is so worth it. Best coffee in Mt Lebanon, along with other stuff. If you're there, I recommend any of their regular coffees, Cortados, and the power smoothie (green yet still tasty!). read more

Something has changed with orbis in the past year or so! The staff used to be insanely unfriendly but now it's much better. The atmosphere is so nice. The iced coffee and other drinks are great and I definitely recommend the homemade everything bagels! Other food I have had there is okay but very bland. It is still ridiculously overpriced. read more

This is hands down the best place for coffee. Period. Great food, nice people, the only place we go for breakfast and coffee. A+++ If I could give it 6 stars I would. read more

3.5 Stars, rounded up to 4 Stars I've been here for coffee drinks several times. Each time the drinks were great. I had brunch here twice. The made-to-order food is tasty and fresh. The granola biscotti in their case was just ok. The service is somewhat lacking. Be warned that the made-to-order brunch food is not served unto 10 AM (although a couple that ordered right after us was somehow allowed to order their brunch food at 9:45 and was served before 10 AM). Don't come here if you plan on ordering food and are in a hurry (unless you are said couple aforementioned). I'd definitely come back for food and coffee when I don't need to be anywhere. read more

Cranky owner. Coffee made wrong. Asked a simple question and was responded to in a very rude manner.

If you're in a hurry, don't order anything but black coffee. There were maybe 9 people in the place (all of which basically had their orders already) and the staff seemed over whelmed. The pastries are not over complicated and the quiches are heated in a microwave, bagels in a toaster. The espresso drinks are obviously made by a barista. But it still somehow takes forever with 4 people behind the counter to even have someone say "hi, I'll be with you in a moment" or anything for that matter. The isn't the 90s or early 2000s stop trying to act like an "emo" coffee shop employee and try to be friendly, not act like people coming to spend their money is somehow creating a huge pain in your day. This was my second time there in a month time...still disappointed by staff attitude. read more