literally the best cafe spot for ambiance and flavor that i've been to in my 2 years of living in pittsburgh. this cafe recently opened up this year and i finally got to try it. i'm not lying when it took me about 15 minutes to pick my order. i walked in with my friend on a busy Tuesday afternoon with all the tables and chairs occupied by people studying, reading, and working on their laptops. i just knew this was the spot to be doing all of that. we ended up with an iced pumpkin spice latte and a brown sugar shaken espresso. both were sooo flavorful on top of the rich espresso used. i wanted to try everything on the menu! the place is well lit with cute decorations, signs, and historical decor about Yemen culture which is super cool. read more

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Wonderful reasonably new coffee shop! I think there's a chain of these spots up in Michigan, but the first one in the Burgh. It is Yemeni/Arab style coffee as well as many great sweet treats. I got to try the milk cake, muffawar coffee, and cherry Danish. All of it was very nice. The milk cake, which I'm pretty sure is not the most traditional, was still quite good. Definitely very sweet and it balances well with the coffee. Nice caramel type topping as well. The cherry Danish was also really nice. The dough was so good. Loads of cherries and super super sweet. Definitely a nice treat, a good portion, although again, not the most traditional. Finally, I got to try some of the coffee. It was excellent. The muffawar coffee is traditional Yemeni coffee. It's pretty smooth, tiny hints of spice but balanced by sweetness. The price was excellent for the portion and quality. I would very highly recommend trying it, or any other authentic Yemeni coffee they make! read more

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I stopped by here a couple of Sundays ago with my family for our morning coffee. Every weekend we try to hit up a new local coffee shop, and on this morning it happened to be Shibam Coffee. We had actually noticed this coffee shop before while getting takeout nearby but had not had a chance to make it back until now. The inside of this shop is bright and interesting, with white tiled floors throughout and lots of light fixtures. Next to the counter where you order, they have a large display cooler filled with delicious looking baked goods. I noticed that many of them featured pistachio, so when I ordered my coffee I made sure to go with a pistachio latte. My wife chose a cookie butter latte. When we arrived, all 16 of the two top tables were taken, so the shop was incredibly busy. Because of that, our wait for coffee was a bit longer than usual, but it was completely understandable. My coffee ended up being good, with a bit of sweetness up front, followed by the earthiness of the pistachio, and finishing with a smooth coffee flavor. My wife also enjoyed her cookie butter latte, especially the cookie butter flavor itself. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. Both my wife and I enjoyed our coffees, and I would definitely be interested in trying some of their baked goods as well. read more

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Shibam is the meetup place for me! Meeting someone for the first time? Shibam! A friend is visiting from out of town? Shibam! They've never missed. From the coffee to the tea to desserts, they're all worth a try! read more

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This is a beautiful coffee shop! Clean and expertly designed with tons of seating. There are a shortage of outlets so plan to arrive early to grab a good spot. There's also no parking so you'll need to brave the streets of N. Oakland. Plan ahead. I ordered the adani chai, which is a traditional Yemeni tea iced with half sweetness. Super tasty and unique from traditional Indian chai. Much more mild and subtle profile but just as refreshing. The drinks are the tip of the iceberg here, the cheesecakes and pastries look to die for! Staff was friendly and responsive to auest read more

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Went to see what all the hype about was, and can happily say it's worth it! The pistachio latte, though expensive, was absolutely delicious. The pistachio flavor was nice and strong, a great balance of nuttiness and sweetness. Make sure to mix it up a lot, and try not to finish it in five minutes like I did! Pastries and cakes are also really good looking. These style of pastries are traditionally quite sweet, so make sure to be aware, but the flavors are some of my favorite so still try them! Overall great spot and I want more late night coffee shops like this one with a nice, relaxed atmosphere. read more

Shibam Coffee - Pistachio Latte - Cafes Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I am so sad to give this a 3 star as every time I have visited here, it was so great and lovely. We ordered a mango matcha iced and a pistachio latte iced with oat milk. I don't understand why the pistachio has so much hype when it was so meh tasting and definitely more milky than I thought it would be. I feel like it just sat in layers and didn't blend nicely. The mango matcha is such a sad situation that I don't understand why it tasted like a nasty Dunkin matcha. It wasn't mixed properly, it was chalky tasting and the mango puree was probably the saving grace for this drink. I definitely won't be back in a hurry here as I was so disappointed and I'm still questioning why the drinks costed so much more than I could have gotten from another coffee shop. It is expensive but why is it much more than when I was there there? I skipped the food this trip but I will definitely be checking out other coffee shops near by instead of going here which saddens me as I really did love this shop. For the price you pay, unless it's your first time there or you don't care for the prices, I would skip here. Service was lovely though and it's pretty inside but that's about it. read more

Shibam Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Very cool Yemeni coffee shop in Oakland. The indoor decor is pretty and includes some interesting facts about Yemen - very cool. I got the Mufawar coffee and it was a delicious. Coffee and cream with a subtle cardamom flavor. I did not try any of the pastries, but they looked delicious in the case! read more

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We stopped by on Sunday in the afternoon and had no issues getting a table. The inside isn't super big but it's bright and really cute. There's a bunch of small tables available. You order at the counter and get a buzzer that lets you know when your order is ready. My pistachio latte was delicious. I thought the date bread was fine but loved the saffron milk cake. I do wish they had some savory options for food because everything I saw was sweet. read more

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Nice shop close to campus with middle eastern amazing coffee/bakery/pastry. They have a bunch of fresh-made pastries and other items for quick grab and go, but they make drinks fresh to order. Very knowledgeable staff and prices are reasonable. It's a nice place to study or just enjoy a pastry and coffee. read more

Shibam Coffee - Cheesecake - Cafes Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Stopped in on a Tuesday afternoon and found a good community vibe. Love that! I was debating on options and landed on the Shibam coffee based on the description. It was lovely and aromatic, with the cinnamon coming through well. It came out quite hot, so I let it sit for a while beforehand. Seeing the milk cakes others posted, I caved and ordered one. While I saw others post of pistachio and other flavors, they had the Biscoff only on my visit. It's a sizable piece and runs $8. Lovely spot. Definitely recommend and a good spot to do a bit of work or catch up with friends. Plenty of space. read more

Shibam Coffee - Shibam's Coffee and lotus milk cake - Cafes Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Shibam latte was abundantly spiced and tasted coconutty to me. It was $8.67 tho The coffee flavor blended well and wasnt too milky read more

Shibam Coffee - Shibam latte - Cafes Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

My friend and I went for a cafe time at 9pm on a Friday night and I found out the that the food is over the top. I haven't tasted such a delicious coffee in a long time. This hit the spot. I also loved the Pistachio Milk cake. It's self service, so it's pretty fast! Ambiance is cool & makes you feel like you are in a different country! It is usually busy and that's because of how awesome it is! Only complaint is parking when it's super busy. I highly recommend! read more

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Shibam is a beautiful Yemeni coffee shop that brings both the vibes and delicious coffee to Pittsburgh. The cafe design is gorgeous and the coffee offerings are excellent. I loved the Shibam latte that featured cardamom, ginger and cinnamon. I didn't enjoy how the taste of the almond milk overpowered the other flavors so I'd try oat milk next time to let the latte flavors shine. As far as coworking here, I probably wouldn't plan to come back for that specific purpose. There weren't a ton of outlets and it was super loud. But I don't think that's the point of this shop - I think the point is to come and relax with friends and family and enjoy a coffee. Excited to bring friends here next time I visit! read more

Warm, bright, a neighborhood gem! This bright and airy space is new-ish to this corner. Went in with my colleague for a mid-morning pick me up and it was quiet inside. I usually see it packed on the weekend with college students doing work. I ordered the Shibam latte w oat milk and it was delicious. You can choose how sweet you want it and the flavors were subtle but warm and inviting. Service was great though the barista kept coughing (wear a mask, friend). I will definitely be back. read more

This new shop is very busy but also worth a visit! It just may be better for takeout. The coffees are typically light or medium Roasted and the iced drinks are inventive. The desserts are also very tasty, and I recommend the milk cake! read more

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A brand new coffee shop! Nice bright space right on centre with late night hours Beautiful looking creamy cakes and pastries And they have Dubai chocolate bars If you don't know or have not yet tried this crunchy chocolatey treat it's all the rage these days. This being my first visit I was so intrigued with the whole experience Pistachio latte was creamy sweet goodness My sabaya flaky sweet dough slice delicious and light Many coffee latte offerings Yemeni coffee There are teas too Friendly service Was given a little buzzer to call me to the counter My pastry wa warm My latte iced A lovely experience I will return read more

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It's a beautiful Arab cafe adorned with gold accents and a sleek white interior. The theme is consistent throughout, and it's such a vibe, like something you'd see on TikTok. I really enjoyed the pistachio cheesecake; it was subtle and delicious. The matcha was sweeter than I expected, so next time I'll order it without syrup. The cafe offers free, fast Wi‑Fi, making it a great place to work and study while sipping delicious beverages. The staff are diverse, attentive, and kind. I'll definitely be coming back for more! read more

This spot is near Oakland and Shadyside situated right on the corner. It's so beautiful inside! The decor was very thought out. They have a ton of seating inside so this would be a great place to work from. You order at the counter and they give you a buzzer to come back for your order. I got a cheese danish (amazing) and the pistachio latte. I've never had something like this but I'm definitely a fan! Service was quick too. Would recommend! read more

This time I went for the Mufawar Yemeni coffee. It is black coffee that comes with what they described as a milk concentrate. You don't want to make any substitutions here, just let them do their thing. It is a rich coffee that is also somehow smooth with a subtle taste of cardamom. It slightly reminds me of a Turkish coffee, but a bit more mellow. I got a medium and it only came to just over 4 dollars which is actually quite a steal these days. Atmosphere is nice and chill as are the people. Shibam is pronounced: (she-balm) read more

Excellent coffee!! Their selections are fantastic! Friendly staff. Highly recommended

This is hands down the most delicious coffee I've ever had in my life, incredible food options as well - the atmosphere is STUNNING and serene with beautiful seating options but most of all - every single employee of this establishment is the KINDEST individual, every single day. The service is stellar and it really feels like a home away from home for me when I need a place to get out of the house (newly post-partum over here) - thank you, Shibam, you are amazing. read more

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On the pricier end but I'm here with the love of my life so can't ever put a price tag on that. But you can put a price tag on the dubai chocoalte which is def worth a try but damn expensive af. Lattes are amazing read more

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This cafe is an amazing place to work in with plenty of natural lighting and comfortable seating. The drinks were on the sweeter side and not to my taste but I enjoyed the desserts. The workers were kind and the overall experience was great. read more

Shibam Coffee - pistachio latte, shibam latte, pistachio milk cake - Cafes Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This cafe is great! They're serving coffee and tea that is new in PGH! Their pistachio latte and cookie butter/lotus latte are so so good! They also have a lot of delicious teas that have beautiful cardamom flavor. Their menu is so big, I want to try everything. I went when they first opened and didn't try the sweets but I definitely want to come back. The inside is really beautiful and newly renovated. The staff is also super fun and nice too. Definitely recommend checking them out for something new and exciting! read more

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The seating layout is optimized for the Oakland neighborhood clientele (students sipping on coffee working away on laptops). I loved the seasonal decor pairing with the gorgeous glam interior design style. Their pastry display case was filled and offers rarer-to-find options (Dubai chocolate). As a tea drinker, I was excited to see some delicious tea mix options. Sadly, the delicate tea leafs in a posh tea satchel were placed in boiling hot water instead of the correct steeping temperature. I was also disappointed it was placed in a paper to-go cup instead of ceramic mug. Note: if you're also a hot tea drinker, just be clear when ordering that you prefer to put the tea in the water yourself and wait about 2 minutes for the water to cool before adding the tea. Located on the corner of the block, there is limited street parking (some is metered and some two-hour limit). read more

Service was lovely, latte was decent, the honeycomb had an interest texture but overall had an amazing experience! read more

Shibam Coffee - Iced Latte with Caramel Drizzle, Honeycomb dessert, view of pastry case and front desk. - Cafes Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Just opened on Center Avenue in North Oakland, a Yemeni coffee shop- Shibam Coffee Co.! They are an organic, single origin, premium shop serving authentic Yemeni and sustainability sourced coffee! Shibam Coffee Co. embodies heritage and quality in every cup! They serve traditional coffee like lattes, cappuccino plus hot chocolate and hot tea. Their tea and coffee come in a variety of sizes, offering both single and kettle servings, which is unique, but also really cool for a group setting, can grab a kettle and all share! In addition to their hot drinks, they have a refresher menu with cool flavors!!! They also have pastries like their signature honeycomb and sabaya pastries! Tried... Adani Tea: premium Yemini black tea / cardamom / nutmeg & cream Matcha Latte: organic green tea / steamed milk Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso: double shot espresso / brown sugar syrup / steamed milk Iced Pistachio Latte: double shot espresso / pistachio sauce / steamed milk Mojito Refresher: strawberry & mango flavor/ sprite / ice / lime / mint Everything was truly amazing!!!!! And the staff was amazing and so friendly! Shibam is more than coffee; it's about culture, warmth and experience! read more

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Coffee never disappoints. Love their brown sugar shaken espresso. Beautiful inside design and lots of open seating read more

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Such a nice little cafe in north o! The matcha late tastes like a good quality matcha. I liked how you could do any flavor combination for the mojito. The honeycomb pastry was good as well! There was a large selection of milk cakes that I would love to try another day. Very nice interior and great for a study spot as well. read more

Shibam Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The inside is so stunning with its huge windows and appliqués everywhere. I order the lotus latte because I'm obsessed with cookie butter and it was delicious. Be aware that it is very sweet as is the nature of cookie butter. This is a great spot for meeting friends or doing work. They have their wifi password on the counter. read more

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Checked out this space and I am OBSESSED. Not only is it so bright, welcoming, chic, and stunning, but the service is amazing and the drinks are incredible! They offer a list of authentic Yemeni options, as well as classic coffees. My favorite was the pistachio iced latte and dragonfruit refresher! read more

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This place has some really good coffee drinks and has Dubai chocolate. The Dubai chocolate was really good and very sweet! The space is big and open and has plenty of tables. The service was quick and easy. The parking isn't that great since it's street parking. read more

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I was so excited to finally be able to try this business one Monday morning! Parking is available on the street and isn't too difficult to secure, depending on the time of day. The inside is decorated beautifully with warm wood tones and lighting, plenty of seating, and a large case of baked goods. I went with the signature Shibam latte iced and a Ferraro milk cake to go. At first, I thought the latte was a little pricey, until it was presented to me. The drink was served in a large glass and was absolutely stunning. I really appreciated the fact that you have the ability to customize the sugar level of the drink. I opted for less sweet and it came out perfect. The milk cake was also a little expensive (~$8) but definitely delivered on taste and quality. It reminded me of tres leches which is one of my favorite desserts! The staff here are friendly and they work to get your order out quickly. They have public bathrooms available that are clean and spacious. Can't wait to make a stop back when I'm in the neighborhood. read more

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Was driving by and saw this is what replaced the old Mitchell's tavern (whew, many of good nights and memories there!). The place is very clean and bright. Seems like a really chill place with many student and older folk reading, studying, and talking story. However the only knock is that the Service is slooooooooooooooow! Ordered 3 lattes and a slice of cheesecake to go, 25 mins later....still waiting. read more

Good place to stop and take a break. I was unfamiliar with Yemeni drinks/everything so I decided to give it a try and see what they're all about. They had great looking milk cakes, I got the Ferrero one, and since I'm not a big coffee fan I went for the iced adani. Honestly I didn't like it at first but by the 10th sip it tasted better and better lol good service, nothing wrong with my order, as for ambiance if one person is talking, everyone will be able to hear their whole conversation but with everyone chatting it's no big deal. Clean and cute, would come back. read more

Shibam Coffee - Iced Adani, Ferrero Milk Cake - Cafes Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A great cafe so close to campus! I got the iced shibam coffee and it was delicious! I will be coming back to try other coffees on the menu and maybe some of the pastries! read more

Cute Yemini coffeehouse with great service and delicious coffee & cake! Latte is spiced and milk cake is similar to tres leches cake. Clientele were mostly international perhaps due to it being Thanksgiving. An obvious friendly social-gathering place. read more

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Beautifully decorated cafe right across from the CVS on Center! This a fantastic shop for meeting with friends or getting work done, with wifi available. They offer a large selection of drinks and pastries, including authentic Yemeni and classic coffees. Based on the staff's recommendations, I ordered their most popular drink, the pistachio iced latte (double shot espresso, pistachio sauce, steamed milk). It was super delicious but definitely on the sweet side - I would order this half sugar next time! They give you a buzzer to notify you when the drink is ready. Overall a lovely experience at this new cafe! read more

I drive by here every day and I've been waiting to try it!!! First of all, it's GORGEOUS in here. All the decor inside is literally so beautiful. I ordered the iced Shibam latte, and asked for half sweet, my boyfriend got the iced Spanish latte and we shared a croissant! Both the coffees were good, however they both tasted like literal sugar syrup. I would be so shocked if the coffee I got was actually at half sweetness level... I couldn't imagine full sweetness. That being said I liked the cardamom and spice flavors in coffee. my boyfriend did not adjust the sugar level in his drink and I personally wouldn't have drank that, it didn't even taste like coffee at that point. It was so gorgeous and the staff was so nice so i definitely would come back and would recommend others to try the spot but be very very VERY clear of how sweet you would like your coffee. (I'm very torn between 3 & 4 stars but going with 4 because of the great ambiance!) read more

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