I visited Coffee Etc. recently for an afternoon pick-me-up. Since this shop is close to my house,…read moreand everything they have is so good, it is one that I find myself coming back to time after time. Coffee Etc. is a locally-owned coffee shop located in the heart of Castle Shannon. It is near well-known places such as Ice Castle and just down the hill from Myrtle Elementary. They serve traditional and artisan coffees and teas, along with an extensive menu of breakfast and lunch items. There is always a selection of desserts and pastries on the counter as well. It is right along the T line, so it is easy to get to both by vehicle and public transit. There is not a private parking lot, but there are spaces along the street out front, as well as ample Street parking options around and behind the building. I have never had to park too far away when making a stop here, often securing a space right in front. The shop has both indoor and outdoor seating options. There are two-person and four-person tables that surround the front entrance. Inside, there are low-top tables, high-top tables and couches to choose from. On the weekends, it can be packed in here in terms of seating. I usually am able to find a table, but just be aware in case you are coming during a peak time! Overall, the vibe is a comfy and cozy cafe. It is warm, inviting, and makes you want to hang out for awhile. I always love the in-progress puzzle that sits at the counter where drinks are handed out. You can contribute a little bit to the work-in-progress in your idle moments waiting for your order to be ready. It is also fun to see what puzzle will be there the next time you visit. Something cool about this place is their dedication to their faith. They have free Bibles available for visitors, and they host different Bible studies and groups throughout the week. On this day, I visited around 1:45 PM on a Wednesday in September. It was not very busy, but there were other patrons in the shop. I took a moment to look at the monthly specials on the board outside, and made my way in to order a drink. The staff here are always so friendly and kind, and so it is no surprise that I was promptly greeted when entering. I was between a few of the drinks, but I ended up deciding on the Kettle Corn Iced Latte, since that is not a flavor you see everyday for coffees. As it was not busy at this time, I only waited a minute or so from the time I placed my order to when I had the drink in-hand. My drink was very good! I loved the unique flavor of the Kettle Corn, as I had never had that in a coffee before this latte. I truly have never had a bad drink or food item from here, and this visit was no different. They have so many different flavors and sauces to choose from, you will surely find one to your liking. I typically get one of the features/seasonal drinks, but you are able to customize any which way you want. Their breakfast sandwiches are amazing here, so I have to mention them in this review as well. I did not get one on this visit, but they are made-to-order and the quality is top-notch. There are several sandwiches on the menu, but you can also customize your own. I recommend getting the Chipotle Raspberry Jam on whatever sandwich you choose. It is wonderful! Plus, the sandwiches come with a little cookie as a sweet ending to your meal. The pricing here is on-par with what you would expect from a local coffee shop. I am usually spending between $6 and $7, depending on the size. I will typically get a custom sandwich, which starts at $7.50. It is not off-base with what you would expect for a local shop. I do feel the value is there, since everything is so tasty and the staff are so friendly and welcoming. I always love coming to Coffee Etc, and I highly recommend you give it a try if you are in the area or are thinking about stopping. The atmosphere, homemade sandwiches, variety of drinks, and the cozy vibes keep me coming back time and time again. Plus, they are always having new and seasonal drinks to try, so there will always be something different to enjoy.

We had such a great experience at this neighborhood coffee shop! The coffee was excellent, and the…read moreatmosphere was warm, welcoming, and relaxing. We brought the kids along, and the outdoor seating made it the perfect spot for our family. There are picnic tables and benches outside, so we were able to enjoy our food and coffee while the kids had plenty of space to be comfortable. It's a wonderful place to unwind, and we'll definitely be back!

Nice happy greeting when arriving with chill patrons hanging out. I hung out a bit on this visit…read more Started with cappuccino and Nancy B's cookie. Then a breakfast sandwich and later a chai latte. All were good, the coffee and breakfast sandwich are excellent. Hanna and crew are so welcoming. Always try to visit when I am in the area; these are the businesses to support. Guest and others mentioned how they liked the floral and mirror decoration in the back space and I like the large windows out front more (until sun beats in for a brief part of the day).

I've been meaning to try this place for a little while now and finally got around to it, with a…read morefriend of mine. The place itself is lovely, very clean, lots of open space, and lovely staff. I got to try their classic latte with skim milk (I think, or some plant based milk) and my friend had their super fruit tea. I regret not being a bit more adventurous with my order, but it was a very solid latte nonetheless. Great portion, great art, very creamy despite it not being whole milk. My friend was a little disappointed with their fruit tea. Portion seemed to be noticeably smaller by a good bit. There was an option to sweeten it that they opted not to do and probably should have done! All in all, very nice spot in Homestead. There's even a little place to get water. Definitely recommend this coffee shop.

We recently stopped by this neighborhood gem while on a trip to the Burgh. Coffee and breakfast…read moresandwiches were yummy! And the staff are so nice! We will definitely be back next time we stay up at Mt. Washington.

One of the few places in Pittsburgh where you can get a Taylor Ham/Pork roll breakfast sandwich!…read moreHas been one of my favorite spots for years and a hidden gem in Mt. Washington. I love the banana fosters latte and it pairs well with your breakfast. All breakfast sandwiches come with a little fruit cup. The owners are so sweet and the service is always great. Be patient when you go, they have a small but mighty staff! Easiest to call your order ahead for pickup. Inside and outside seating with cute decor from local artists. Very close to the Grandview overlook with great views of the city.

Really nice, welcoming, helpful staff, good cold brew, and tasty (BIG) breakfast panini (the size…read moreof two normal breakfast sandwiches). Two people could easily share if neither one of you is ravenous. Order at the counter, cozy seating. Super clean and inviting. This is a hidden gem and we'll be back!

This is an excellent little café friendly service delicious drinks, and lots of breakfast options…read moreyou have to park on the street but we had enough trouble finding a spot. We will be back. It's very cute history on the walls.

The minute I walk through the door at Parisi Café, I knew I was going to love it. You can tell how…read moremuch heart was put into the shop. From the way that the light was filtering through the windows on cozy little nooks. I could have spent my whole day there. Outdoor seating is adorable as well! I ordered lavender vanilla iced latte and an Apple tart, both were absolutely delicious. In true Italian fashion you have the option to drink from pasta straw. That was such a genius idea! Christina was a doll. So friendly and helpful. Loved chatting with her. Looking forward to my next visit.

Really enjoyed this neighborhood cafe! Parisi had the nicest staff and the cutest inside area with…read morea few cozy seats. Their sandwiches are really good, but the strata is my personal favorite, hot and really yummy! Coffee is also very good here, any of their lattes are spot on and pricing wise, it's far more reasonable than most other places in pgh! Absolutely would recommend for good coffee, food, and vibe!

Classic little cafe with a lot of great looking cookie and pastry options, and a few premade…read moresandwiches too! It's nothing fancy, just good quality coffee and snacks for an actually reasonable price, perfect spot to relax, chat, or do some work. The blueberry muffin was pretty standard, nothing special or bad about it, while the coffee was the classic standard. If you want a no-frills kind of spot, this is the place to be.

It's a cute cafe with a great selection of Biscotti to choose from. I tried brown sugar latte & it…read moretasted 4/5. Biscotti is great but a little expensive according to me.

Cute place with a lot of seating as well as fun drink options!…read more They different seasonal specials are really fun here, but I also love their cold brew as is, they have great flavors! Also love their cold brew range of their baked goods and food options, the focaccia was really nice and would definitely try more. They have a ton of seating inside, a few outside too, but definitely a great space to hang out or get some work done. There was a bit of a wait for the drinks, but only because there was only one poor barista handling a huge rush, and they did an incredible job despite that! Overall nice neighborhood spot for fun drinks and catch up!

One of my go to coffee spots! The vibes are awesome there and there's fun and different seating…read moreoptions. They do different specials and they're always good. The caramel corn chai is to die for Friendly staff that are helpful with suggestions!

James Cafe is a charming coffee shop in the Strip District with a cozy atmosphere and plenty of…read moreseating. The indoor space is inviting, and I especially loved the outdoor seating area along the sidewalk with umbrellas..perfect for enjoying a coffee on a nice day. I ordered an iced coffee and a bacon, egg, and cheese muffin. The iced coffee comes in only one size, but it includes a double shot of espresso, which was a nice surprise. The flavor was good, though it leaned a little heavy on the milk for my taste. The breakfast sandwich was tasty overall, but it was quite peppery, and the bacon was very thin, almost shaved. Overall, it's a cute spot with a great vibe, good coffee, good service, and a solid breakfast option. I'd definitely stop by again when I'm in the area.

I had high expectations because of how aesthetically pleasing the outside and inside of the cafe…read moreis. The inside was beautiful. Very modern, clean, and attentive to detail. Not a lot of seating, however, they do have a room to the left with slight additional seating. I got a latte to drink while I did some remote work. The staff member was very short. The latte art was beautiful and the drink was good but not super flavorful. The table I was sitting at was wobbly so swapped it out for another. I got the iced ube matcha latte on my way out (to-go)and it was awful. Very off tasting and disappointing given the price. The location was great as we came after eating breakfast and were able to walk!