I stopped by here a couple of Sundays ago with my wife and our twins for our morning coffee. Every…read moreweekend we try to hit up a new local coffee shop, and on this morning we decided to go to Aroma Joe's. We happened to be in Monroeville picking up a Christmas gift when I fired up Yelp and noticed there was an Aroma Joe's nearby. While we had not been to this specific location, we have visited the one in Greensburg a couple of times, so we had a pretty good idea of what to expect. This Aroma Joe's location only offers a drive thru and a walk up window. Since it was cold on the day we were there, we chose the drive thru. After looking over the menu, I decided on a hot Paris Toast latte, while my wife went with an iced peppermint latte. The menu describes the Paris Toast latte as having flavors of maple, brown sugar cinnamon, and shortbread. From the time we ordered until we received our drinks took about five minutes, so the staff here was definitely efficient. My coffee ended up being good. The flavorings came through nicely without hiding the coffee itself. The espresso also had a strong flavor, although it did leave my mouth feeling a bit dry for whatever reason. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. Both my wife and I enjoyed our coffees, so why not.

My husband and I love stopping here on the way to and from my parents' house. We enjoy their energy…read moredrinks. Their hash browns, sandwiches, and egg bites are also really good. We just pull up to the convenient drive-thru, and service is typically quick.

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!

One of the biggest issue with this location is location. It is really hard to get intimate and…read moreout of, especially if the drive through line is long and the parking lot is small. It also always seems to have issues. one time I visited, they couldn't make any hot drinks. another time, they could only take cash. Although even with seemingly regular issues, the staff rolled with the punches , did their best and are always friendly and courteous to customers. The inside is typical Starbucks decor and the space itself is long and narrow.

Located in Murrysville in the Blue Spruce Shoppes. Nice clean store. Helpful and friendly service…read more Usually a quick order through the Starbucks app which is highly recommended to receive 2x the rewards as opposed to using cash or card in the store. Gift cards are easy to load to your account to still receive reward perks. In addition a free beverage for you on your birthday. Yaay! Love the sessional drinks, especially the PSL and Caramel Praline. The food is convenient and consistent. I usually order the Bacon Gouda & Egg Sandwich. The Double Smoked Bacon Cheddar & Egg Sandwich is also another tasty breakfast option. Thankfully there is a drive thru because parking is limited and can be frustrating getting in and out of the plaza. Overall a good Starbucks.

Don't sleep on this place! I used Google maps on the way home or I probably never would have found…read moreit. Their coffee is great! I got a honey cinnamon latte that they had, one of their specialty drinks and it was delicious! The coffee itself is great quality. Veteran-Owned as well so it's a great place to support. I found street parking pretty easily, it's right along the main drag. I saw that they had one table in the back that was filled with vets and a service dog working on a puzzle, it warmed my heart. They roast their own beans here so you can check out all of the equipment as well.

For a community as big as Monroeville, we really lack local/non chain coffee houses. (yes I know…read morethis is in Pitcarin).. This used to be called Vault because of being in an old bank, but they embraced their veteran owned status and rebranded. The decor is fun and not over the top and they have comfortable seating. Brave Bean is. great shop right on Broadway (Pitcarin's main street). They have a convenient drive through and there is also street parking. They have. fairly standard coffee shop menu plus they always have fun seasonal specials. Yes things like peppermint mocha and pumpkin spice latte, but also firecracker latte for patriotic holidays. They have a nice selection of pastries and sandwiches as well. They taste fresh and are a nice size. Staff is friendly, informative and attentive. They are great at helping you make decisions if you are stuck on what to get or might not be a regular coffee drinker. A real gem of a place I am happy to have nearby.

I give them 5 stars for their reuben sandwich. I went at lunchtime to get a good sandwich and was…read morenot disappointed. Sat at the bar and waited as my reuben was prepared exactly as I had requested it. Went up and ate it in the sunshine at Homestead cemetery. Very tasty and as I said it couldn't have been fresher.

I was looking for an activity to do on Friday, observed Veteran's Day. School was closed, and the…read moreveteran in our home was off of work. I randomly thought of Brushes & Beans. We called around noon, and they made us a 2:30pm reservation. We arrived a bit early so my husband and I could order coffees, and we bought a baked good for my children (ages 4 and 6). I think some might be caught off guard by the macchiato at this cafe, but they are true to Italian size and style (says the prior northern Italy resident). My husband ordered a double and had them add the bourbon caramel flavoring to it (not true to Italian style - ha!). He said he really liked it, and I enjoyed teasing him with a little "pinkies up!" call out when taking his photo. I ordered a decaf Americano (boring, I know) and also enjoyed it. Our children split a chocolate chip scone. There were a variety of muffins to choose from, croissants, and gluten-free items as well. Soon, it was time for our painting reservation. I have to say, everyone we interacted with was patient, helpful, and kind. They each seem to enjoy their job. They came around the tables often to ask if we need anything, and would bring additional paint or offer help and advice when needed. There is a nice variety of ceramics to choose from for painting as well. All in all, we very much enjoyed our visit and would certainly go back again! I was thinking it could be a fun outing for a Girl Scout troop or any kind of club or organization. You could go and paint ornaments, which are affordable and easy to do. I may have to pass that idea past our Girl Scout troop's leader. :)

I love Brushes and Beans! Usually paint your own pottery places are BYO for food and drinks, but…read morethey are half coffee shop, half pottery pain. They have a huge selection of items to paint and prices and pieces range from around $8 to up to $80. You pick your piece and paint colors and then go to work. To get the true color you need three coats, so it can tale awhile. But it is a really fun experience and the staff is really helpful. They fire your piece and you come back to pick it up in a week or two. Great for something to do with the kids, a date, time with friends or even a fun solo activity.

I walked up to the counter at 4:59pm on Saturday (4/4/26), right before closing, not realizing they…read moreclose at 5. The employee was already cleaning and preparing to shut down, but she still greeted me with a genuine smile and asked what I needed. I felt bad and apologized immediately, but she didn't show any frustration at all. She happily made my smoothie and kept reassuring me it was completely fine. I didn't get her name, but she absolutely deserves recognition. I was having a really tough day, and she ended up being the only positive part of it. That kind of kindness and customer service really stands out.

This cafe is located inside of LA fitness - no membership required to go in. They have endless…read moreoptions from regular fruit smoothies to protein smoothies, oatmeal bowls and more. I love the Peanut Butter Gone Bananas! It's very decently priced too.

CARROT CAKE BEST CARROT CAKE IN... EVERYWHERE…read more If you don't like carrot cake, you probably jut haven't had Moio's. Okay, Moio's is more than just carrot cake, but I wanted to make that clear just so you know. Tucked into a centrally located plaza of Monroeville, this place is an oasis of fresh made, delicious cookies, cakes, and pastries! My favorites are devil's delights, butter sandwich cookies, tiramisu, and the carrot cake!! They always have a line because they are popular, but you never are waiting long. The place is decorated in fun decorations and is a nice throwback of an Italian bakery. Always worth a stop and a great place for a holiday treat!

They have so much selection, it's overwhelming! I have been on a hunt for the best tiramisu in…read morePittsburgh and I read that their variation was very good so I had to try it. It is called a Tony misu, and I would argue It is like a cake...So ditch the idea of ladyfingers overall. It didn't have much coffee flavor at all, the frosting/cream or whatever it was wasn't bad. I wouldnt come here just for this but I'd eat it again if it was in front of me. I'm honestly disappointed, when you call yourself an Italian pastry shop but can't make classic tiramisu. Maybe that's just me, but I think that's all of Pittsburgh. Service here was great, parking was easy.

Wow, best coffee and lattes!! Who knew you'd find the best coffee in a malll food court! Made…read moremultiple stops over the weekend on my short trip. Ditch Starbucks or Dunkin and come get a delicious latte from Gloria Jeans! Great flavors and great prices!

I like Colombian women's jeans. They are often "Glorious Jeans." With bedazzling on the butt and…read moresuch. But this review is definitely not about that. Everyone seems to be a coffee addict, including all but one of my fave travel buddies. Or maybe all but two now that I think about it. Here in Pitt, there are a lot of crappy Starbucks and a few artisan hipster coffee places with, well, bad coffee. But this place is right among the best of the bunch, to be honest. I was impressed with the friendly woman serving, impressed with the taste and the products they offer, and only the kinda-high prices stop me from giving GJGCB a 5 star rating. Anyway I've beans as brief as possible and on to the next review.

Cute! Excellent espresso and they make their own syrups!…read more The coffee syrups are made in house, aside from the sugar free options. This is a sure way to get bonus points in my book! A homemade syrup goes great lengths. I had the homemade raspberry in a mocha and it was absolutely delicious, rich, and divine while still being able to actually taste the espresso/coffee flavors. This is just the way a perfectly crafted latte should be in my opinion. Space is small, standing room only inside. More of a grab and go situation. The man working on the Sunday morning I stopped in was friendly, quick, and efficient. Service wasn't the quickest since there was a small line inside and only one person working, but this was not an issue for a Sunday morning coffee stop where I was willing to take my time!

This was my first visit to the Verona location after having been to their Ellsworth Ave shop, and…read moreit lived up to what I expect from Mechanic. Parking was easy with 2 hour street parking right nearby, which made this a low-stress stop. I was greeted by festive holiday decor when I walked in, which made the space feel warm and inviting. There are a few small tables outside for nicer weather, and inside there are three high tables meant for standing only, so it is more of a grab and go spot than a place to linger. I ordered my usual iced London Fog with almond milk. It took a few minutes to brew as expected. While waiting, I looked around and noticed a limited selection of pastries like scones, plus a small fridge with to-go sandwiches. Along one wall they also had branded merch and coffee brewing equipment for sale. Overall, this is a solid neighborhood coffee shop with quality drinks and a streamlined setup.