This is a very cool coffee place and I keep thinking about how amazing their ice coffee felt during…read moremy morning walk. Inside there is this warm and cozy vibe, where you are encouraged to do something creative or productive. Service was fast and there were several nooks and crannies where people were comfortably getting work done, with seats still available in the upper area. The coffee felt refreshening and awakening at the same time and gave me the pep in my step that was needed to finish my 10,000 steps for the day. They also have options where you can take high quality tea or fresh squeezed juice with you for later. I will have to come back and try their breakfast menu while having another amazing coffee from them!

A consistently good local coffeehouse. The service is good, and their quality is good, never a…read morecomplaint. We came here after a walk along the river. We started near the Hot Metal Bridge and walked until it dumped us out to 18th Street. This location is busy. If you come during the school year you will find a ton of college students here; this would seem to be a favorite for that demographic. Not much else to say, a delicious coffee house and really good service. Inside it is pretty busy as we were there during the school year.

Fantastic new coffee shop downtown. Very fun menu with unique, creative items and of course the…read moreclassics as well. I got to try their double baked pistachio filled croissant and one of their specialty coffee drinks called The Force. Lots of cool themes here. The Force is a drink that includes both Nutella and cookie butter. It was, of course, quite sweet and reminded me of hot chocolate. It was really good, naturally. Honestly though I'm not sure I could distinctly tell the cookie butter was there. The pistachio croissant was also one of the best I've had in a little while. They can warm it up too! Perfectly flakey on the outside, and buttery on the inside. Loads of pistachio. Perfectly sweet. Really, really good. All in all, definitely recommend this place. Awesome vibe and delicious pastries and drinks. Yes, some of the drinks are a little pricey (maybe the specialty ones), but they are delicious.

I visited for the second time today and was just as pleased as the first time. The staff is so…read morepolite, the space is large with plenty of tables, and the coffee tastes great. What more could you ask for? Prices were maybe a little higher than you'd find outside of downtown, but that comes with the territory. I'm happy to support this coffee shop and really appreciate their delicious espresso and chocolate muffins!

Kat's Coffee House is a local, family-owned cat-themed coffee shop. It serves beverages (e.g.,…read morecoffees, espressos, mochas, lattes, teas, hot chocolates, and smoothies) and foods (e.g., bagels, wraps, sandwiches, cookies, muffins, scones, and Penn State ice cream). I was a customer here one time. I loved the cat-themed wall art, serving plate, sponges, and stickers. An employee politely took my order and payment and then handed over my foods and drink. Many indoor tables and chairs were available. Here are my ratings for what I ate: Chai Latte - 5 stars Cat Sugar Cookie - 4.5 stars Chocolate-chip Cookie - 4.5 stars Penn State Peanut-butter Swirl Ice Cream - 5 stars (My husband and I were undergrads at PSU, and I really liked the flavor of this ice cream.) The total price was $21 plus tax and a tip.

Really cute cafe with pretty good food options and an amazing variety of coffee flavors!…read more The vibe was great, with cozy seating and fun decorations, definitely a big after school hand out area so be prepared for some noise, but nice to chat or do work at. The coffee was great, and the baristas had a ton of fun flavors and specials too. The chocolate chip cookie was okay, not a must get, but I did love that they offered to warm it up. Overall lovely cafe that's open later and a nice spot to grab a drink and hang out

So many coffee and tea choices! They always come up with fun seasonal flavors that make you want to…read morecome back again and again! The staff is always so sweet and kind and happy to help you choose your order. Such a fun neighborhood coffee shop with bench tables outside to enjoy your treat on a nice day. My favorite got to drink is always an iced mocha! But, recommend checking out the menu for current offerings.

I love Roll Up! The staff is so friendly, and consistent. They are kind and you can tell they put…read moreso much love into what they are doing. They have completely replaced my stopping at big chains down the street because of the quality, time and dedication to their customers.

My strawberry matcha was one of the best I've gotten out, and the team members there were great. As…read morea big fan of living room type establishments, I loved the inside of this and it is a great spot to go to chat with a friend or work on your laptop. I will also try their breakfast burritos in the future. I only wish they were open later!

A newer coffee shop in Market Square!…read more I had the strawberry matcha (which only comes iced) and in addition to being delicious, it was also a beautiful presentation. The baristas are friendly and this is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the workday. The inside is decorated very nicely.

On a Sunday morning in July, I made a visit to Fig Tree Coffee for a coffee drink. I found myself…read morein the Crafton area, and wanted to visit a local shop. Fig Tree Coffee is a newer coffee shop located in Crafton, right by the elementary school. They serve hot coffee, iced coffee, espresso drinks, tea, chai, and more. In addition to drinks, there are some food options available, along with gift-type items. Directly in front of the building, there is street parking available. There is also a private lot located to the left of the entrance for the entire building. The signage in the windows identifying the business makes it easy to locate. Fig Tree is truly a community coffee shop. It has plenty of seating, and proudly displays pieces of the community it serves. They have a bulletin board with local businesses, community events, and other information. Patrons seem to get their items and utilize the space to hang out and socialize. It is nice to see a place like this being utilized as intended! I stopped here around 8:45 AM, and it was not too crowded. There were a few other patrons in the building and in line ahead of me, but I only had to wait a few minutes to order my drink. It can be sort of overwhelming to try and order here, since the menu is so bare and there are not a ton of "special" drinks advertised. However, the baristas and staff will make anything you really are wanting, so I would not worry about this! They have different flavorings and combinations, you just need to ask or make a combination that you want to try when ordering. The barista that helped me on this visit was lovely. I was not exactly sure what I wanted, so I asked what she typically would order or make for herself. She ended up making me that exact drink in a 16 OZ Iced Drink. I enjoyed getting to try something different that I would not have picked for myself! Service was quick. I was in and out with my coffee in about 7 minutes, and that included waiting in line and taking a minute to order. The prices here are reasonable, and in line with what other local coffee shops are charging for similar products. They do accept both cash and card here, just FYI. I did not purchase any food or pastries, but the coffee prices were right in line with expectations. The vibe of this place is very cool, with a true community cafe feel. I love that they highlight their community. Not only with the people and events, but they even with a wall of Polaroids of the dogs that visit the shop! I even had a dog in line in front of me, so they are dog-friendly here. I give Fig Tree Coffee a positive review, and do recommend giving the shop a try if you find yourself in Crafton or the West End. It is a newer shop, but already has great ambiance and community presence. The staff are friendly, drinks are tasty, it is dog-friendly, and it is a great space to hang out or get some work done. I look forward to future visits to Fig Tree when I find myself in the area.

An amazing local cafe!…read more Im already in love and haven't got to try my food yet. The honey latte with cinnamon has won my heart. A great balance of flavor to coffee so I don't feel like I'm sucking down a bunch of sugar and #$!% Brian was working the counter and got a last minute rush of kids and faculty but he got them in and out quickly with a smile on his face. Place has a great vibe and loved the outside tables to sit and drink while the neighborhood passes you by! I can't wait to be back and I haven't even left yet!

Amazing coffee shop with such relaxing vibes! The old games and vinyls are great, and pastries were…read moregood, but the coffee is the real standout to me. Their seasonal specials and homemade syrups were delicious, really loved the coconut one but all of them sound great. Also their prices are far more reasonable than a lot of other cafes, so will definitely come back to read, do work, or just hangout

What a cute shop with vintage energy and style! Lots of cozy seating - would be a great place to…read morework or read for a while. The coffee was delicious! We tried two drinks from their Fall menu - the iced pumpkin chai latte was delightful! Super quick and friendly service as well. Only a few minutes away from the Waterworks. Bonus: they make all their own syrups for the drinks!

This is one of my favorite coffee shops in Pittsburgh and Shadyside. I love the vibe of it and its…read moremulti-purpose nature, the venue converting into Lorelei with pizzas and drinks at night. During the day, I love to take my laptop here to work and there are plugs at the ends of tables. The setting makes the drinks worth it. They have always been good enough but I have never been blown away. Their drinks are average to more expensive ($5-8 all things considered) but are a smaller size, especially for a hot latte. I have found the most bang for my buck with an iced matcha. The drinks are not too sweet and more earthy if that is something you prefer. Their cork and stone cups are cute but small and easy to spill out of. It does make for a quiet vibe and photo though. I am so glad places like this exist.

About a 1-1.5: Probably one of our least favorite coffee joints we've tried -…read more LV Coffee Project seemed to be a popular spot, as the place as packed, both in- and outside. We ordered an iced latte with oat milk and an iced orange blossom latte with whole milk - Both were extremely watered down and had no flavor to them - also, the drinks were just not mixed well, and there were little 'chunks' just floating around, which was super gross. We couldn't even finish them. Staff could have been more friendly and more attentive. The chairs and the tables were not tended to, so the surfaces were gross and there was an expectation that the patrons have to clean up after others. Metered parking can be found in the area. No dice, LV. +chunks in drinks +not-so-friendly staff +dirty seating areas +metered parking available