Great spot for smoothies, sandwiches, coffee, and numerous other health food items. I like the art…read moreon the side of the place (the Aspinwall building). Very vibrant indeed. I got to try out their dragon smoothie bowl. It was great! Super tasty, fair portion, and pretty fair price too. There are numerous options for the base, and lots of options for the toppings. Its a great place for vegans too. Some of the options I got as toppings included pineapple, almond butter, blueberries, and granola. Everything was so fresh and tasty. The base itself wasn't the most flavorful, but still quite good. I definitely recommend this place!

Feels like a bit of California in Pittsburgh, which is a fun change of pace! Very open-air, laid…read moreback spot, with all the artisanal health food, from an array of juice blends to power bites to smoothie bowls, it's a little pricier, but a fun health treat! The berry smoothie bowl was really good, and you can tell they make it very fresh, worth waiting a little extra for. All the food and drinks look great here, and would definitely recommend coming on a nice sunny day to chat, do work, or just stay in the relaxed vibe. Definitely a once in a while treat especially when the weather is nice!

We really like it here. I can't say the location is ideal though as there doesn't seem to be much…read moregoing on in this location but it did seem to have steady business on a Saturday morning. My son had a delicious sugar cookie and I had coffee. Everyone was very friendly and I loved the little touches like the pattern painted floor. I also had a little pizza hand pie that was delicious. The chocolates are very. Cute and we almost missed it because it's in the back of the shop.

A charming coffee and chocolate shop on Corbet...and there are pasties and other food items to…read moreboot! Friendly staff that took our orders easy peasy...and the coffee is top-notch! I had a well-made latte (Mrs Owner made it) and was also shown some beans, so I got a pound of Sumatra. The chocolate cake my gal and I shared was quite yummy! She bought some chocolates from the back room too - check it out! Good stuff here. Nice staff. Clean and well kept. Great place to stop by!

I visited this coffee shop three times during the World Cup because they had lunch and coffee…read morespecials -- and a wonderful community set up for trading player cards with one another. It couldn't have been a better experience and I never saw anything similar to it anywhere else in Pittsburgh. The family owned shop was very tidy and lined with items to buy such as purses and hats straight from Colombia. The service was always spot on. I will certainly return and look forward to the next time I can eat their chicken empanadas with chimichurri!

Nice spot honoring Colombia's traditions. You can sit overlooking the beautiful and historic…read moreWestern Street (nobility lived here) or you can go into the second room where there are small tables and a couch, or you can actually go to the deck and enjoy your coffee outside. They have a printer which is interesting. Music was relatively loud and they played a lot of Rock in Spanish. I tried the beef empanada. It was the Colombian version. I didn't enjoy it. I was told that the dough has corn but I couldn't taste any corn. Arepas are also available as well as cheese bread. I'll try them next time. For the owner, consider having photos of the items on the menu. Thanks for the hospitality

Novaria is a cute Syrian coffee shop in the Strip District. It looks like a small store front, but…read moreis much roomier inside. The staff were very friendly and the menu had lots to choose from. The seating area was comfortable. I ordered a Kleicha (the National cookie of Iraq). It was delicious and the perfect compliment to my coffee.

Really delicious drinks and great vibes! I really like Novaria for their specialty drinks, and…read moretheir flavors are always on point. The Baklava Matcha is one my favorites, and they have one of the best matches in the area! It's a nice place to relax and hang out, my only problem is that the drinks are pretty expensive ($7+ for a small) but for once in a while, it's pretty worth it!

Good. This was a well run place with a fun theme and generally good food. We ordered takeout, and…read moreeverything was ready on time and very nicely packaged. Giving the restaurant a call to place an order seems like a better option than ordering online, just based on the differences between their published menu and online ordering site. I didn't spend long inside, but the space seemed inviting and clean. In terms of the food, I was generally happy. We were aiming for relatively easy going brunch food, and they delivered. The house salad was pretty good, though the avocado seemed unnecessary and the goat cheese was a little intense. More cheese than necessary. The veggie omelette was exceptional. Exactly what we were aiming for. The crepes were an interesting option, and the actual crepe portion was well done. The fillings were somewhat restrained, but that's probably intentional. Pairing a salad with the crepe seemed like the right move. All told, this was a good experience. The food was nicely presented. The vegetables were generally fresh. A much better experience than I anticipated going in.

I was visiting Pittsburgh and my relatives took me to the Geppetto Cafe for brunch. They'd never…read morebeen, but it was recommended. I ordered the scrambled eggs and a side of potatoes. They ordered the Chicken Panini sandwich and the Challah French Toast. My scrambled eggs weren't scrambled and weren't good. See attached picture - it's the sorriest looking 'scrambled eggs' I've ever seen. I worked as a short order cook in college ('71-77) and mastered the 'art of cooking eggs'. I offered to show them how to make scrambled....they laughed. My side order of potatoes weren't much better. Overly seasoned with this onion salt that made them somewhat unpalatable. Well, my relatives fared better than I did! The Chicken Panini sandwich was tasty - the chicken was tender and the Gouda cheese made it very tasty. The Classic French Toast, with strawberries was also delicious - slightly crispy exterior and a light and fluffy interior! While my breakfast was, unfortunately, not very good, theirs was.

Such a clean bakery lounge, so inviting in atmosphere and staff…read more We ordered the pork buns, original, and seaweed and pork, and Chinese rice ball with crab, egg, pork floss and veggies. For dessert we also got three pastry's. In total everything was about 30 bucks. Affordable, authentic, delicious, and so worth visiting.

I finally had the opportunity to stop into Amy's while in the area recently. I was pleasantly…read moresurprised to see their longer than usual bakery hours that allowed me to pop in after 5pm. Everything was different and tempting. It was difficult to choose just one sweet treat so I left with two. I bought a taro cheesecake bread and an egg tart. Both were slightly sweet and fresh. The staff were friendly and helpful. They have a few small tables inside for dining and a menu that includes ice cream and bubble tea amongst many other items. Every diner looked happy. If you're looking for something a little different, Amy's is a great place to try.

A cute, bright and airy little cafe. This was a great spot to twirl from while I was in the…read moreneighborhood waiting for an appointment. On a sunny day the seating area allows for so much great lighting. The lightness in the decor keeps it very chill and a relaxing vibe. Expect very sweet drinks. The taro matcha was great but so so sweet. I prefer matcha to be bitter and earthy but I assumed going the cafe that everything would be highly sweetened so my expectation was appropriately set. Service was quick and friendly! Their hours are convenient for the time I spend in the area. I'll definitely be back!

Indescribably classic smoothies, wonderful storefront parlor kind kind people at new Tea…read moreestablishment

Stopped in for a couple of quick drinks on the go. I love the ideals of farm to table, local and…read morelimited ingredients. I am extremely picky about the oat milk I keep and use in my home and this was the first coffee shop I have ever been to that vocalized and prioritizes offering dairy free options that isn't full of junk ingredients. Their matcha is sweetened with honey. I usually opt out of all sweeteners but decided to go for it here. It was great! A little too sweet but I didn't feel so bad knowing it was local honey and not refined sugary syrups. I grabbed a regular latte - no sweeteners for a friend and she raved about it! I was hoping to grab some local microgreens they advertise on their website but I didn't see any in the case. They did have a few salads for a grab and go option that I thought was nice for a quick lunch on the road. I would definitely be back when in the area again!

Great hidden gem! My wife and I have taken our kids here twice now and have had a great experience…read moreevery time. The owners are so friendly! They always make sure to get my toddler son the best juices and donuts. The orange juice has been my favorite so far, so good. They also have some really good pastries available. The one with sausage is delicious. My wife also loves their coffee. The building next door has chickens, which is a nice distraction for the kids. Highly recommend this spot!