I typically would not review a coffee shop, but in the town of my birthplace (Pittsburgh), and a…read moreshop named Yinz Coffee, I had to try it out! I'm a Starbucks aficionado, almost always going to the chain when I want a coffee. I've been grinding their beans every morning for years. I was looking for a Starbucks, couldn't find one, and then Yinz Coffee appeared! For those of you not familiar with the 'yinz' term, it's a Pittsburgh word for 'you all', 'you guys', 'y'all', etc. Ex. "Are yinz going to the Steeler game". It's great they have a coffee shop named after the unique phrase. I ordered a latte and immediately noticed the difference in coffee flavor from Starbucks. It's a delicious refreshing change - so good in fact, that I bought a bag of the House Blend (Columbian beans)! I don't visit my hometown very often, but when I do, I'll be looking for the Yinzer Nation's coffee shop!!

Living right in the sweet spot between the Yinz Coffee on Liberty Avenue and the one over on Baum…read moreBoulevard was the ultimate morning luxury. Depending on my mood or which direction I wanted to walk, I'd constantly switch it up and take turns heading to each location for my daily caffeine fix. Both spots always nail the classic Pittsburgh vibe, but my absolute go-to is their iced lattes; perfectly espresso-forward and refreshing every single time. Whenever I want to mix it up, their specialty drinks, like the maple-sweetened Oatmeal Latte, are just as incredible. Having two top-tier local coffee shops just a short stroll from my front door honestly spoiled me for choice.

I enjoy this place. They have a typewriter and they stand for a good cause. The staff I've…read moreexperienced is cool depending on who's there. It was quiet when I first began going. Some employees play music which I found distracting. Another employee seemed to have monitored me during my entire visit; maybe she thought I was going to steal a $4.99 book. Idk The place is not as clean as it could be, such as the bathroom, and some of the chairs need to be wiped off or completely replaced as they are stained and have an odor. I would not get any beverages from here unless it's sealed. The hours fluctuate often. I have made one too many trips during the weekday, weekend, daytime or afternoon to find the door locked. And I'm not aware that there's communication given ahead of time about their fluctuating hours for the given day. If you need to get your fix from a book, just buy it because there's no guarantee you can read it the next time you plan to.

This place was such a joy to spend an afternoon in. For those who are very well read and those who…read morehaven't picked up a book in awhile, I can guarantee you'll find a title that catches your eye. This place has a very apparent and pointed purpose for existing. Not necessarily to convert everyone into being anarchists, but more so wanting to encourage free, critical thinking. It's certainly worth a visit and had so many intriguing books that brought me a lot of joy to browse through.

Got a coconut and ube cold brew with a bacon egg and cheese sandwich, both were very good. I was…read moreparticularly impressed by the flavoring of the cold brew, the subtle sweet coconut paired very well! The service was fast and the atmosphere was great, I was able to sit and relax inside for a while. However, I did go on a weekday morning so I cannot speak to how busy it gets on weekends!

I really liked this coffee shop. I was only in town for the weekend but needed a place to sit and…read morework one afternoon. I loved the ambiance -- relatively crowded with background chatter, good music selection, and ample lighting. Staff were helpful and friendly. I ordered an espresso shot (the bean selection was something new/unique involving strawberries I believe but can't remember now) and a zucchini walnut muffin. The espresso hit the spot and even came with some sparkling water alongside it (v legit). Highly recommend and will be back if ever in town.

My daughter has been here a couple times This week was my first. I had high hopes after hearing…read morethat they brew Red Start beans - one of my favorite roasters. They delivered. My Americano was delicious and the price wasn't crazy. My daughter has had a couple different lattes and she has liked them all. Workers are friendly. Overall, a really nice coffee shop.

The coffee tasted burnt :( Beautiful presentation though and the cafe itself is very cute and lots…read moreof outlets to do work if you want.

Coffee is americas past time. Well maybe not quite. But maybe it should. I love coffee and I love…read moretrying new flavors out. Along with new coffee shops. The staff here walked me through their menu. My drink was delicious. And I'll be sure to. One back again. The decor was cool and this place was very clean. I was glad I stopped in.

I feel very mixed about this coffee shop. We set out to find a coffee shop where we could sit down…read moreand enjoy a coffee. After walking around the neighborhood, this one had seating, so we went inside. First, I'll say the coffee we tried was pretty good - a cappuccino and a brown sugar cinnamon latte. The barista asked "for here or to go" and the drinks still came in a paper cup anyway despite us saying "for here". I really enjoy having a coffee in an actual glass/mug when I say "for here". The ambiance was a bit confusing... not really sure what they were going for in the space, things were a bit choppy and thrown together. Kinda felt like you were in someone's garage with cluttered items on rickety shelves behind the counter. Our barista was very nice, but an awkward moment occurred when they were ringing us up - barista asked for a tip but then told us not to put the tip on the credit card because the owner steals from them. We felt this was a little uncomfortable and gave some unwelcoming energy. We also tried a Nutella croissant, which was very good! I think this shop has a lot of potential with some changes to service and decor.

I forgot to take photos but this was my first time going and wow was I amazed…read more The bookstore itself had a lot of options and was organized well! Ramona made the most delicious drinks! Mango guava lemonade, chai latte, & brown sugar shaken espresso! All the staff were very friendly as well!

This is a great bookstore, and I enjoyed the books that they feature and categorize, especially new…read morearrivals, best sellers, and books/authors related to Pittsburgh. The coffee bar surpasses expectations. The drinks are great, especially because of their unique syrups and drink combinations. I have enjoyed lattes and fruit flavored lemonades, and my favorites have been the strawberry matcha and the blue velvet latte, which featured blueberry roobios syrup. The employees have also been very nice and it is cute inside. There is space to sit and read or work near the coffee bar - you are able to take your computer and work there with a drink from the coffee bar, without even needing to buy a book. It is a great multifunctional community space.

I stopped by yesterday around 10am and was able to order right away. There's a good amount of drink…read moreoptions as well as food options. I went with a Bananarama cookie iced latte and a ham and cheese croissant. They were able to warm up the croissant for me. The total was $10.12 and I had a $10 gift card. They told me to not worry about the 11 cents which was really nice of them. They have a tip jar for cash tips which I utilized. My food and drink came out pretty quickly and was delicious! There's some seat inside as well as a few tables and chairs outside next to the sidewalk. I would definitely come back!

Did not know about this place when coming to town, but my partner wanted to stop and as a caffeine…read morefiend I agreed. So glad I did too because it was some of the best americanos we had during our trip to Pittsburgh. Everyone there seemed so nice and it was just an overall great experience and the coffee definitely worked haha

A friend and I stopped by on a whim around 11am. The inside is small with a couch and two chairs, a…read morebench some small tables and seats, and four chairs with counter seating. They do have a couple of small tables and chairs outside. They have WiFi. The coffees I have gotten here are so good, especially the Thrilla from Manila with delicious ube and the Green Card Holder with pandan! They offered some baked goods that vary and the also carry Leona Ice Cream sandwiches!

Great little coffee shop if you want a bit pricier but good quality drink! The Ube Latte is a stand…read moreout, and they also have some assorted pastries from Pigeon Bagels which are always yummy. The barista was very friendly, there's not a lot of seating but the ambiance was really nice to do some work or read. Wish they had some more proper tables, but the format is quite homey and intimate. Overall a nice place to stop by especially for the Ube Latte!

Really nice vibe and one of my favorite coffee shops in Lawrenceville!…read more The seasonal drinks are always on point, and the Hibiscuis Cloud Latte was delicious, especially love how you can see the vanilla bean specks in the cold foam, their flavors are unmatched! Not that much seating but definitely a nice vibe to study and do work there!

I'm on a quest to find the best coffee shop to study/do work in in Pittsburgh and this place was…read morenext on my list. For the purpose of this task, I give it a three out of five. The ambience is calm and somewhat cozy, there are couches to sit on and tables to focus with. I went in the morning/early afternoon, the lighting from outside was not great, typical Pittsburgh fashion. The light fixtures inside were way too dim. I found myself tilting my notebook to try to catch some natural light. Outlets also aren't easily accessible which is huge for being able to do work of course. The coffee was great, I tried the hibiscus cold foam latte, or something like that. I paired it with a bacon egg biscuit sandwich which was very filling. Definitely satisfied with the food products. Customer service was also fine, the women behind the counter were cheerful and pleasant.

Cafe Moulin is without a doubt my absolute breakfast/brunch/lunch place in the area. The food is…read moreexcellent (their avocado toast w/ eggs is so good I practically lick the plate when I'm done) and the atmosphere immaculate (bright and friendly without being kitschy), but the real standout is the staff. I've been a regular there since I moved in nearby, and from the start it was obvious that the people who work there sincerely care about making the experience nice. I've always been greeted with a smile, even during hectic weekend hours when the whole place is packed with a line out the door-- and even on the most full-house days, I've never been made to feel rushed. More than that, I always get the same thing there (I'm just a creature of habit-- every bite I've ever stolen from a friend's plate has also been delectable). The staff have picked up on this and will offer to get me "my usual" when I visit; it makes me feel valued and noticed, and they'll often use the time I would've spent ordering making conversation, asking about my day or the book I'm reading. I've never been to a place with such genuinely friendly staff, and I feel so lucky to live so close! Summed up: I never leave Cafe Moulin without a full stomach and a smile.

I'm conflicted about this review…read more Came in alone and sat at counter. A waitress was really hostile and aggressive to me early on . It was uncomfortable enough that I would have left , had my food not just arrived. The owner was around and seemed nice. This would have been a great experience were it not for the waitress being so unprofessional. If she'd apologized all would have been fine. Everyone has bad days or comes on too strong sometimes. The shakshouka was excellent though. I wish that I'd been more able to enjoy it, rather than leave feeling bad about myself.