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    Pausa Coffee

    4.8 (24 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    DJ
    Jessica G.

    Great decor and comfortable seating. The coffee tastes great and there are a good variety of tea options. Service is quick and friendly. Pastries and sandwiches available. I went on a pretty busy Sunday and there was a DJ. Overall great vibe, friendly, and welcoming.

    Lavender Latte
    Ron B.

    Wow! What a beautiful building and gorgeous decor. Loved the Lavender latte with a beautiful presentation in a heavy ceramic cup. Just loved it. The only thing that could be improved is the music level. It is so low, barely audible that you feel the need to whisper as if in a library and not conducive to conversation.. Could have a cooler vibe with just a little more volume

    Alexandria L.

    Forgot some pics! - including morning coffee and tea. No pastries were had. Not sure if they are in house or partnering!

    Ted K.

    The coffe shop with the most rizz, would be a great place for a coffee date. Had the chocolate croissant and a regular coffee which were both very good. Wish there was more of a breakfast/lunch menu. Very friendly staff. Will be back

    Tuscan flatbread
    Tracy F.

    Loved the atmosphere at Pausa! We went for a Thursday night happy hour and CNY Jazz cabaret, which was great. It is a perfect intimate setting for the cabaret. Our server was attentive and the cocktails were excellent. I especially liked the signature Still & Stirred, described as a floral gin mule. We tried the Tuscan flatbread, also excellent; very fresh with a crispy crust. Can't wait to come back for coffee and lunch.

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    Kaz S.

    Such a lovely time at Pausa! I have previously come in before my visit today for a wine & chocolate pairing, which was so much fun and Laura really nailed the experience! Today I came in for an espresso and sweet treat and it was great! Friendly staff greeting me when I came in, and also when ordering my macchiato, taking the time to kindly confirm that I wanted/knew that their macchiato is traditional to an Italian one (espresso with a pop of steamed milk). And with Biscottis treats it made for a great trip. Absolutely gorgeous spot to sit, enjoy, and take a "Pausa" to enjoy yourself. Can't wait to come back for their "better late than never" event!

    Bar
    Blanche O.

    Love it here and enjoyed their valour latte. The employees were so friendly too , can't wait to come back.

    Plain coffee and Pistachio cappuccino!!

    Loved it!!! A serendipity gem find!!! Had we found it sooner we would've been there everyday!!! Service was great and both the waitress and barista were absolutely brilliant and charismatic. Charming place where you can sit & chat with friends with the most amazing coffee choices. I drink my coffee plain no sugar no milk and the black coffee was so smooth and tasty I'm sitting here in my favorite California nail shop wishing I could have their coffee. I made my husband get their pistachio cappuccino just so I can try it and OMG just fabulous!!!

    Americano
    Angela R.

    I dropped by the cafe this morning. The ambiance is a home run. It's really sleek and stylish inside -- almost giving me library or academic vibes. Dark blue paint, gold accents, exposed brick, artwork on the walls. The bathrooms were clean and styled and had the best smelling soap -- which seems like a weird thing to point out perhaps but it's the little details that show a lot of thought went into the design. I arrived a little after 8 on a Sunday, shortly after they opened. The first hour was sparse, with people coming in now and then to pick up to go. Around 9/9:30 it started to get buzzy, with people filling up the tables & stools (of which there are many) and getting chatty. It was a pleasant hum. I went for an americano, which was served to me in a nice big mug. The coffee was robust and pulled well. I was able to linger for a good while and not feel rushed. There was a good crowd and good energy in here. They're just opening so there were a couple of hiccups that I'm sure will be smoothed out as they get more comfortable. I was able to find a table near an outlet but it was a little tricky to locate one initially, so this may not be the best bet for laptop work when they're popping. Parking was easy to find on a Sunday morning, and my experience is that area there's usually spots within a block or two most times anyway. Coffee price was fairly standard -- everything is pricey anymore lol but I found their prices on par with other cafes. Even cooler, they turn into a bar Friday and Saturday night and serve limoncello and other European inspired spirits. I popped in just to try the new cafe, but it was so pleasant I'll for sure be back. It's so wonderful to see new businesses like this move into downtown and I wish them the best of luck!

    Susan N.

    I love spontaneously stumbling across new coffee shop. The line was out the door so I think an additional like inside would definitely help as it took 30 minutes to order but it was well worth it! I ordered a pistachio latte and it really hit the spot. It was warm and cozy and I opted for less pistachio syrup and it was just perfect. They also have pup cups for your furry friends! The inside is really cute - dark and rustic. The woman at the counter said they recently opened so I hope they can fine tune some things as I see a lot of great potential here.

    saturday morning
    Kate F.

    I've been hearing alot of really good things about this new coffee shop that opened downtown and I was excited to check it out for myself. I came in on a Saturday morning and the place was full! I was not expecting it to be so busy but the staff were all very friendly and not a long wait even with the crowd. The inside is cozy and super cute decorated with Christmas decor. There were tables filled with groups laughing and having fun while others were set up on their laptop getting some work done, I enjoyed people watching. Our table had a deck of cards on it which is also a fun idea and nice to keep out for anyone to use. I ordered the Butternut Sage latte and got it iced and unfortunately it tasted like a cigarette. I'm not sure if that's what sage is supposed to taste like but there was no hint of butterscotch and I made no adjustments I just had it as is off the menu. I will have to try their other coffees and hope they're better but it's pretty expensive. I took a few sips and had to throw it away. A bit disappointing for a $10 latte.

    Lavender Letters + gin
    Alexandra S.

    Went for an evening cocktail with a friend and had a good time. Service was nice and convenient. My friend ordered the espresso martini with the "white chocolate creamy" option, but she didn't like it much. I tasted it too and it was more liquor than espresso, not the best. I got the Lavender Letters mocktail and added gin to make it a cocktail, it was good and refreshing.

    Coffee bar
    Maddy M.

    Beautiful, elevated coffee shop across from Water Street Bagels. This would be a great space to work or meet friends for a drink! In the evening, the space becomes a wine bar with small plates. We will definitely be back for their evening menu!

    Disposable coffee mug. I opted for the pistachio milk hot chocolate

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    The pistachio latte I got was one of the most flavorful coffees I've had and included real pistachio.

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    I came here by chance because I got a gift card from somebody. I have to say their chicken pot pie…read morewith a puff pastry crust was literally the best pot pie I've ever tried. (don't let my mom read this review.) it's visually stunning and incredibly tasty. I will be back.

    Such a cute cafe and a lot more spacious than I had anticipated! Staff is also very friendly…read more There are a variety of drink options, pastries (sweet and savory), and even some grab and go lunch items available. They also sell some very cute greeting cards, earrings, magnets, etc. We ordered two drinks (Ube Espresso, Crème Brûlée latte), a flower pot mini cake (chocolate cake with raspberry filling in a decorative flower pot), a crème brûlée donut, and a spinach puff. The desserts were good, with the flower pot mini cake being our favorite. The chocolate cake was moist and the raspberry filling was balanced. We didn't love the flower frosting on top, but it was very pretty. The donut was very unique and filled to the brim with a fluffy cream - though we both thought it could've had a bit more flavor. The dough was perfect - soft and pillowy. The crème brûlée top made for a fun eating experience as the thin hard sugar had a satisfying crunch. The spinach puff was also delicious. Flaky pastry and cheesy filling - very comforting. The stars of the show were the drinks. The coffee was superb - balanced, smooth, and rich in flavor. While I didn't find the ube flavor to stand out, the ube espresso drink was still one of my favorite coffee drinks I've had. The Crème Brûlée latte was my friend's favorite - it was the perfect dessert drink. It even had the sugar crust on top. I would definitely come back to try more of their menu!

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