This is certainly subjective but in terms of coffee offering I don't think there's a better spot in…read morethe Capital region. Coffee was excellent with quick and informative service. The space is sizable with a good number of seating options. A little basic but entirely fine. There may be better spots to relax for longer periods of time but in terms of coffee I can't think of any better.

I heard great things about story and soil coffee in Hartford. So I was very excited to try it !…read moreThey had Dj going on Saturday morning right outside the shop which was fun , they had some outdoor seating and seating inside which was very nice ! And very importantly they are dog friendly! And it was so fun to see some of the dogs in the shop So I was already excited to be here , along with many other people , so I had very high expectations and all the vibes were good ! They offer lots of fresh coffee options , and they had some seasonal specialty drinks And in the season of October and pumpkin spice I decided to try the pumpkin spice latte iced ! They staff was great esp for being super busy they did a fabulous job ... Now the only bad thing was my drink .. unfortunately I did not like it ( and I have tried my fair share of pumpkin spice lattes and this was by the far the worst I've had ) The spice/ flavouring to coffee ratio was very off ! it tasted like I just had a spoonful of pumpkin spice seasoning mixed with some water and a splash of coffee . So I feel sad that the drink I got was terrible so maybe in the future I will try the regular coffee options instead of the speciality drinks which for me is unfortunate since I am a speciality drink lover and I love to try different flavours

I am a huge fan of New England Coffee. I have actually gotten to know the owner Jason a bit, and…read morehe's a great human. He's incredibly passionate about what he does, and it comes across in every aspect of New England Coffee. From the atmosphere and comfortable space, to the extremely friendly customer service from either himself, Gavin or any of the others (whose names I have yet to memorize), to the delicious drinks. They recently relocated their primary cafe to Factory Square in Southington, and I have been twice since the reopening. They are back as good, if not better, than ever. For me, the way to go is any of their house made syrups. They change seasonally and utilize fresh and mostly local ingredients. For example, their vanilla plum syrup is here as long as it is plum season and they can source local plums that meet their standards. That is what I had in my most recent latte, with their brown sugar cold foam on top. The flavor was mild, but definitely present and very tasty. The cold foams are always a highlight. Terrific consistency. A bit frothy while still have plenty of body, and the flavors always come through. I also really loved their take on a pumpkin spice latte. Super deep and developed pumpkin flavor. Just enough warm spices that aren't the slightest bit bitter. The same brown sugar cold foam. That was exceptional. Any berry syrups are always delicious. Both the peanut butter and toasted marshmallow cold foams over the summer were super yummy and standouts as well. I order a cold brew almost as often as a latte. I've only ever ordered an iced drink. I do normally order larger drinks, so my only wish is that they offered larger sizes than 16 oz, but that's just me personally, and not even a critique. Stellar business, and one you just want to root for. Easy to love. Amazing team. A must try.

"Nothing you could say could tear me away from my guy…read moreNothing you could do, 'cause I'm stuck like glue to my guy" (Mary Wells) We took a morning coffee break, and had a wonderful time chatting, relaxing, sipping our drinks, and enjoying the friendly, mellow, and very chill atmosphere at the Café by New England Coffee Guy. They have plenty of seating, some upholstered furniture and we saw a few Friday morning telecommuters working on their laptops and sipping their coffees. Our order was a Chai Latte and a Cold Brew - each was $5. The pours were very large, and I swear that my cold brew was the very best I've ever had. I love coffee, drinking it hot or cold, and what I had here is in my all-time Top Five Percent. It was that good. I had a sip of my wife's Chai Latte and thought it was excellent as well. What really impressed me were the flavors of both drinks- not overpowering, but strong enough to appreciate them. The Coffee Guy has it all - specialty coffees, matcha, chai, espresso drinks, and pastries and sweet treats to pair with your coffee cup. We couldn't resist grabbing a few on our way out, and we took home a box with a Spinach croissant, iced blueberry scone, and a cruffin (croissant/muffin hybrid). We loved our visit to the Coffee Guy, and I was so impressed by the total experience, I just subscribed to their newsletter. So the next time we're looking for a midday break or afternoon pick-me-up..... I know a guy!

Was visiting Hartford on business and stopped into Vitus' for a latte and a breakfast sandwich…read more The environment was a lot of fun, looks like this used to be an old bank building. The service was extremely attentive and friendly. I ordered an oat milk latte and a bacon breakfast sandwich. Both were quite delicious and hit the spot. I was in and out in around five minutes, even after preparing a breakfast sandwich and a latte. Would definitely go back.

Charging $4.30 for a regular Americano and $4.50 for a large when the only difference is a little…read moreextra hot water is absurd. You're not getting an extra shot of espresso, just a larger volume of the same drink. An extra 20 cents doesn't sound like much, but charging more for essentially water feels like an unnecessary cash grab. I'm happy to pay for good coffee, but this feels like squeezing customers for the sake of it. Kinda lame.

One of my favorite places for a coffee in Hartford. Not only is the coffee amazing but they are…read morevery community oriented promoting all kinds of happenings in the area. Just over all a great vibe.

This trendy coffee shop in Hartford is creative, but the results were just so-so…read more Coconut Latte: Their signature dish. The nutmeg flavor is very strong, almost permeating the entire shop. The roasted coconut aroma is just right. It's recommended to tell the staff to ask for less sugar, otherwise it will be very sweet. Perhaps I just can't appreciate coffee with so much spice.

This is a cute coffee shop located in Hartford ! The decor…read moreis soo cute with cute wall decor and spots for a cute photo . Cute areas of seating with comfortable chairs , perfect for a coffee date , coffee with friends , etc Great staff ! Lots of options for coffees with speciality drinks ! They offered seasonal pumpkin spice latte and a tiramisu latte both absolutely amazing !! Needless to say I'll def be back !!

This has become my go to cafe! They recently added sandwiches to their menu so now you can get a…read morelittle bit of everything. I'm mostly updating this review to rave about their pumpkin pie latte. Pumpkin season is officially in full swing and the lattes around Connecticut are no joke. Café Amore has easily landed #1 in my book. The latte is sweet, but not to the point where you can't taste the pumpkin and other spices. The pumpkin cold foam is amazing, I want to put it on everything. It also comes topped with an adorable meringue pumpkin and cute and inspiring quote written on the side. Fun fact that a lot of people don't know, this was a cell phone store before the owners of Café Amore completely revamped it. Definitely worth the visit!

Two very enterprising and talented sisters are the proprietors, and their eye for pleasant use of…read morespace is both inviting and relaxing! Old school French Café coffees are made by hand fresh to your exacting order without the fragrance overpowering the floral notes of the fresh cut flowers and bouquets or the fresh made from scratch pastry offerings. I arrived near closing and asked for the very last cinnamon roll in the case - which they warmed for me to take on my way. When I tell you my mother could never, I do mean it. It was delicious!

Peaceful little shop located on Pratt St. After my walk through Bushnell Park today I ventured over…read moreto Bloom for a bite and an iced coffee. Fresh floral arrangements, specialty niche gifts and goodies available for purchase and a quiet quaint refreshing atmosphere.

Great coffee, atmosphere and service! Excellent breakfast sandwiches - I've had most of them and…read morenever been disappointed!

J. Rene is a coffee roaster and cafe on Park Road in West Hartford. I've been a few times and I'm…read moresurprised I've never reviewed them on their main page. If you look at the coffee bags they sell, you'll see some South American coffee, Central American Coffee, Italiano and Indian origins. I ordered a black cold brew. I didn't ask which beans they used, but it tasted like a rich dark roast. I prefer a lighter roast, but for a darker flavor profile, it was well executed. The cafe is a place where people meet friends or sit and work. That's always a good sign. I didn't have any of the food, but I saw their pastry case and people eating breakfast sandwiches. The food looked reasonably good. 4.25 Stars

I've eaten here several times, and always excellent service with friendly staff. I recommend the…read moreloaded avocado . Yum, I've had several drinks and always tasty and on the healthier side. Really nice sitting area for catching up with a few friends, or get some work done while you wait. Limited short parking in front. Will get picks next time if I'm not too hungry.

There's such a wide variety of drinks here that it actually took me a while to decide what to…read moreorder. The staff are very friendly, and the café itself is clean, welcoming, and comfortable. There are lots of seating options both indoors and outdoors, which is a nice plus. I tried the Island glow Refresher and really liked it -- very tasty, but quite sweet, and the syrup settled at the bottom so it needed a good stir. I also had the Honey Bun Latte, which was just okay for me; there was a bit too much cinnamon, and I could feel the grains on my tongue. They do have a Banana Brûlée Latte on the menu that I definitely want to come back and try. Overall, a great spot, and I'm looking forward to returning and exploring more of the menu.

Beautiful in here! Coffee, matcha, dot cake(for my…read moredaughter) all DELICIOUS and so pretty of a presentation The employees were kind and patient with all my questions! Would highly recommend, I could picture myself studying here if I were a student again

I had to come try this spot after I saw the viral, double duo cup for coffee!…read more I ended up getting the cookie monster latte and coconut Island, however, $15 for a coffee is a little outrageous! I was told it was a large coffee split into two. Never again will I purchase one of these duo cups. The coffee itself is very good, but the pricing should be altered a little bit. We also got mini macarrones, which I thought would be better than a tasted! They were stale!! They taste it absolutely horrible and there was no flavor. No differentiation between the chocolate, coffee, or the lemon. It all tasted by straight sugar and cardboard. Yuck Unfortunately, I probably won't be back due to the pricing and the experience I had with the food

Oh boy this looks exciting!…read more "We...want to share our skills and knowledge of the specialty coffee industry with our customers to help guide them towards the "perfect cup." Ok! I'm in! Oh.... Drat. My cortado was poorly executed, bitter and looked like...well...see the photo. "Drink Better Coffee" is proudly proclaimed over the entrance. I recommend you do... Elsewhere.

I stopped by here yesterday for my morning coffee. This week I happened to be in Hartford for…read morebusiness and was staying in the Glastonbury area. Since I normally like to try local coffee shops, I fired up Yelp and found Rebel Dog Coffee nearby. This shop is located right on Main St and can be seen from the road, but parking is around the back via Ensign St. The inside of this shop is large, with a giant coffee bar and a number of different tables throughout. The floors look like clear-coated concrete and the ceiling is painted black with exposed ductwork. After looking over the menu on this morning, I went with a large hot latte. It was only after I ordered that I saw their specials as well as local favorites on chalkboards along the wall. After only a couple of minutes, I had my coffee and was quickly on my way. As for the coffee itself, it was solid. You could definitely taste the deep and strong coffee flavor, and the milk played a nice supporting role where you knew it was there but it wasn't covering up the coffee. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. I thought that the coffee was good and the service was quick, and I would like to try some of those local favorites.