Luminary is a CH staple. It sits on the corner of North Bend and Hamilton, on street parking and a…read moreparking lot in the back. They have plenty of seating inside with electrical outlets all around for charging your devices while sipping your coffee or beverage of your choice. They have an outdoor patio for warmer months. There's a lunch menu, I had the turkey, bacon and ranch wrap which was pretty good. There's also a small kids corner, community announcements board and a small space for semi private use. Staff have always been nice and friendly when I've gone in and right now there is a pay it forward giving tree.

I was very pleased with the carrot cheesecake. This was delicious! Very creamy and scrumptious…read more Service was pleasant. The two ladies took care of the order and brought it to me at the countertop. It was calm on a Sunday afternoon. I liked that it wasn't crowded at this time. Of course, it felt like you can handle business without much distraction because it was not noisy.

"Hidden gem", literally - hidden that is, and what a discovery! Collective Espresso in Northside…read morewas marked with a sidewalk sign, but the tiny shop is not on the street. It's down a narrow sidewalk between two buildings. Dare to walk back there and you discover Collective! My brother ordered a black coffee and I had an iced vanilla latte. The server was polite and friendly, the barista quiet and focused on her craft. Both drinks were delicious, with a robust coffee flavor. There are a few chairs inside the shop, but it was a sunny early spring day so we sat in the small courtyard and caught up with each other. There, I saw that there is an entrance from the side street -- regulars seemed to enter from that direction. But I like the secret entrance between buildings better! We parked on a side street but there is a little lot in the area. No photos; was too busy gabbing. After, we popped in a couple thrift shops on the same street and then headed over to a salvage lumber yard/ hardware store. A good day for exploring.

This place is so cute. Yes, a bit hidden (you have to go through the alley) but it's tiny and…read moreadorable. Dog friendly.

Birdies is a fabulous, cozy, neighborhood coffee shop! They have fresh, delicious coffee, fun…read morespecialty drinks, a great selection of pastries, gelato and even some light lunch selections, but the real magic for me is the warm, welcoming feeling I get when I walk in. Birdie's is a must see in the Cincinnati area!

Love Birdie's! It's more than a coffee shop, also serving lunch plates with delicious chicken…read moresalad, bagels, muffins and much more! Birdie's is so cozy with a cute and warm welcoming atmosphere. Customer service is top notch! We can't wait to go back and also enjoy the rooftop patio!

I love coming to this place, whether its to work or to meet with friends…read more Its such a cute cafe and the baristas are always friendly. I love their lattes and lemon bread!

I came here a few days ago as part of the Cincy Urban Sketchers group. I'm not usually in the Mt…read more Healthy area, but this lovely little shop has a great atmosphere if you're looking to get some work done or want somewhere quiet to sit! Their seasonal drink options looked delicious, but I opted for a simple London fog and my friend ordered an iced matcha latte.

Stopped in right before close and remembered why this is one of my favorite spots. The baristas are…read moreso friendly and the Mexican Latte is simply one of the best drinks in the city. It's great because it's not too sweet. There is such a great community feel and artsy vibe here. It has a low profile but is easily in my top 3 coffee spots in the city, and has been since high school!

There is street parking only. This is a small location with some seating in the back. Most…read morepeople walk in and order and leave. Sidewinder is my favorite coffee places in Cincinnati. I have been here several times over the years and the drinks are consistently good and I make sure to stop in once or twice per visit. I have bought bags of beans to take home as well. One of my favorites is the White Rabbit with almond milk. I love this blend of flavors. The service is always friendly. This place can get busy so have patience while you wait for your drink. There is some food options as well.

Excellent coffee, amazing pastries, sweet welcoming environment…read more Clifton has always featured a bakery on Ludlow. We miss Virginia Bakery, and welcome Two Seven Two!

We can't miss our weekly sourdough boule loaves! Such a fun spot. Always fresh. Get there early so…read morethey're not sold out.

While they do have seating, this is more of a grab and go shop. The pastry selection is ever…read morechanging, with both sweet and savory offerings. I especially like to pick up from here if we are doing a morning catch up with friends. Everything is always fresh and it is worth a stop in. While the employees are all kind, the service can vary. Not every pastry has a name card and because of the rotating menu, it can be difficult to discern which pastry is what. Some employees offer that "do you see anything you like/can I tell you about the items?" instinct, and some stare into the void without engaging, which can make ordering a little more hipster than the early morning "I want to buy from you but could you please help me a little" crowd likes. Still, definitely worth a stop in every once in a while.

The pastries were good but not my absolute favorite. The storefront is cute but not much room to…read moresit inside to enjoy their food/coffee.

I finally made it to the OG location after only having been to the Madisonville location. It's also…read morea cute although much smaller space! Always love the fun murals and unique merch like baby onesies (I need one for my newborn haha), dog toys and custom coloring books. This time I had the salted olive oil latte which was really unique! Definitely tasted the olive oil and the floral notes of it but the flavor wasn't overpowering. I also really like the maple ube latte. The have great food too!

Ambiance is so unique and lovely -- outside seating as well…read more Took a bit of time to get the drinks -- the wait made me hopeful it would be a really good latte which was not the case. My daughter drank about a fourth of her drink and tossed it.

Great spot on Ludlow! Friendly staff, convenient location, and many menu options. I ordered a…read morecappuccino and sketched at a window seat until the sun set. Many visitors are students and the abundant seating makes it a popular study spot.

So I don't drink coffee, so take my review what it is…read more 3.5/5 Food: I got the cinnamon roll (delicious) but it was served semi-warm, the frosting was melted in the middle (delicious) but hard on the outside. The bagel bacon and egg was very basic- bacon crumbles on a well done egg round. Don't try to cut the cinammon roll with the fork, it will break. 4.5/5 service: The service was good, the barista was happy and quick. 5/5 ambiance: a nice coffee shop with art, cozy couches, and different nooks to have private convos.

Adorable coffee shop that is incredibly welcoming with lovingly made drinks and a great atmosphereread more

I had been wanting to try Fable Cafe on the west side of Cincinnati for awhile and the whole place…read morehas this cozy little cottage feel that makes it so easy to sit and relax for a bit We tried the carrot cake latte and the pistachio pandan latte and both were super unique. They also had a bunch of pastries and baked goods that all looked so good. The coffee itself was alright which I was most excited for.