My latte at Troubadour could have been the smoothest latte I have ever had. It was the perfect temperature and did not seem acidic at all. It seems this place knows coffee. You can tell by the numerous pictures throughout the dining area. It also seemed like it could be run by one person. There were several people in line and one person behind the counter. He handled all the business well and kept churning out the orders. It was kind of fun having the coffee roaster right in the dining room. My son had a hot chocolate and shortbread. He said the hot chocolate was good, but coffee is obviously the star of the show. If I am in the area I will be stopping in. read more

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If you love coffee, this is the place for you. No frills, simple decor. The coffee is the star. Seriously, the iced latte from here is the best I've ever had. I suspect some of the suboptimal reviews come from a popular coffee chain mindset that everything should be customizable to the smallest detail. Personally, I think it's okay to not offer every variation of something. In fact, that's how most food p work. And if you want a two pump hazelnut whatever with whipped cream, there are plenty of locations of that popular coffee chain nearby. read more

Good quality coffee. Simple, rustic interior (not a cutesy frilly coffee shop with fancy lattes etc) straight to the point good coffee, few tables. Nice spot to meet a friend for coffee read more

New to Cleveland and tracking for personal reference: -Sustainability queens will appreciate the default dine-in drinkware. This is my first time here, but it appears as though you'd have to ask for the plastic option. Big yay! -There are lots of selfies around of who I'm assuming is the roaster, but he was also working at the barista while I was there. -The ambiance is a Central American vibrant color palette with relaxing music. -Plenty of off-street parking. -Small batch roasting, so they do not have some items you would usually see. They don't do americanos, iced or otherwise, which is my default at a new place. The cold brew is pretty mellow, but definitely not weak or strong. Solid choice. read more

Troubadour Coffee Roasters - Desserts Near Me - Fairview Park, Ohio

Tony makes pour over magic here. A great eclectic and cozy vibe. He roasts all his beans on premises and has a lot of knowledge about coffee. Describe to him what you like and he can recommend a brew. He also bakes up some sweet delights that I highly recommend. Table or comfy couch take your pick. Also a lovely outdoor patio space. read more

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Great Beans. Quick stop & guy behind the counter was cool. Would get again for a pick-me-up read more

Absolutely delicious and interesting coffees perfectly made. I wish I could drink more than two coffees a day and go back, but I will just return tomorrow. read more

Consistently great roasted coffee. Owner and barista are passionate about the product. Also, sharing their vast knowledge of the coffee beans and processes by which they are made. One of the top three roasters in greater Cleveland. read more

The coffee itself is good, but the service leaves a bad taste in your mouth. As some others have said on here, the owner strictly enforces a No Cream or Sugar policy on principle as it "dilutes the flavor." A couple of thoughts here: 1) There are many coffee cultures around the world that add cream/milk and sugar to coffee. The fact that he's willing to do so for a latte or cappuccino is revealing of a cultural prejudice against any non-Italian permutation of dairy and coffee. Ever hear of a Cafe au lait? Or café con leche? Or, for that matter, the coffee culture of anyone who hasn't yet been "civilized" by their local coffee elite missionary? Coffee is a product of colonialism: With this history and present in mind, the idea of some white coffee snob in Fairview Park appointing himself the arbiter of how coffee should be enjoyed is just cringe personified, and the prominently placed pictures of him traveling the world to find the best beans just adds to the overall cringe. 2) Aside from being rude and disrespectful to customers, for him to willfully turn away customers who are usually going out of their way to support a local business is straight-up irresponsible to his employees. They shouldn't have to deal with a boss who's so cavalier with their tips by placing them in such an awkward position. The owner said the employee may not have explained the rationale behind the policy properly, but honestly: What is the right way to explain this policy? There is no amount of tact that can make this policy sound respectful, and certainly the owner himself explained it in the most pompous way possible both times I went there. If he fancy himself a coffee educator who just happens to also own a business, this is no way to educate, and it's also presumptuous to take on that role without asking. Other coffee places in the area have hosted coffee classes...there's a right way to do that. This is not it. Five stars. Recommend. read more

Not pleased with the service and ambiance too crowded not enough seating no milk in coffee

Best espresso without sugar....or bring your own for the sweet life! Tea was dynamite too!

So be aware - if you want your coffee with creamer, or sweetener - DO NOT bother coming in here. I missed the statements about this in the previous Yelp reviews. So I went ahead and ordered something - I needed caffeine! I asked about a "dark roast" - they don't do that either. So I went with the equivalent of what would be their strongest coffee. It's done as a pour over. I got it to go. I noticed they do coffee tasting flights - I think that would be fun and interesting to try! There is some interior seating here as well. I might come back to try the coffee tasting flight - probably won't make it into my regular rotation for coffee and espresso though. #TroubadourCoffeeRoasters read more

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I've lived in Fairview Park for three years and have always wanted to stop by the place but I've never gotten around to it. I was finally able to stop by today and I was disappointed by my experience. I was excited when I first walked in because the espresso machine looked clean and shiny and was being illuminated by many different lighted switches. I looked to the back wall to see if there was a menu but there wasn't. There was a piece of paper in a plastic frame with the choices and I looked for an Americano but I didn't see one. I wasn't sure how the sizing or anything worked, since my eyesight isn't what it used to be, and I asked for a large Americano. You would think I had just asked for a Venti Unicorn Frappuccino. The guy behind the counter looked down on me and explained that they don't offer Americanos because it dilutes the espresso. Even though I didn't ask for cream or sugar, he also took the time to explain to me that they don't offer that either. Their coffee is more like a fine wine, I was told. While he was telling me all of this, I was thinking that you have espresso and hot water, why not just give me what I came in here for? I didn't want espresso and I didn't really want a pour over but I figured I would try one since I was there. I thought, maybe this cup of coffee will really knock me out. It didn't. The coffee was too finely ground for my taste. It was a decent cup of coffee but it didn't live up to all of the pretentiousness. My main hope in going there was to be able to support a local business rather than spending my money at Starbucks when I'm in the mood for an Americano. I have a V60, coffee grinder and scale at home, so I can do my own pour overs. I don't own an espresso machine, so I can't do an Americano at home. In all my time drinking Americanos, I'd never gotten the impression that they were looked down upon. I did a Google search "Does the coffee world look down upon Americanos?" The one result that I clicked on described Americanos in basically the same way I would. "Although the Caffè Americano is created with espresso, don't expect it to taste exactly like one. Because of the fact that it is diluted with water, it loses some of the kick of espresso and instead tastes more like a richer, bolder cousin of the black coffee." So I guess I'm still on the hunt for a local place that serves a great americano. read more

If you want quality coffee, this is the place. The owner sources his own producers and prepared the espresso himself. Excellent and legit. Keep businesses like this alive! read more

This is the place to go if you are a coffee connoisseur. The owner knows a lot about coffee and you can learn a lot from him. I like a good cup of joe, though usually that entails adding lots of milk to my brew to decrease the acidity. I naively ordered the flight of coffees ($7.29 including tax), which included three small carafes of your choice of a variety of beans. I told the owner to choose for me and ended up with brews from Ethiopia, Costa Rica, and Brazil. I was a little surprised when I asked for some milk for my coffee and the owner looked at me like I was about to commit some sacrilegious act (I didn't get milk in the end!). As someone who doesn't ever drink black coffee, I found it difficult to drink the three kinds of coffee (I thought the Ethiopian coffee was the mildest, the Costa Rica seemed a little dark, and the Brazil seemed acidic to me, even though the owner said it shouldn't be as acidic as the others). Well, it was a learning experience (I learned that black coffee isn't for me!). read more

Troubadour Coffee Roasters - Desserts Near Me - Fairview Park, Ohio

If you like your coffee with sugar or any sort of sweetener - this is not the place for you. So what was I doing there you may ask, considering I like my coffee to taste the least-coffee-like with milk, sugar, etc? I was looking for a quiet place to get work done. This is the quietest coffee shop I have found in the Greater Cleveland Area. I came here around 5 PM on a Monday and left around 7. There was maybe one Christmas song played the entire time I was there and the rest of the time - silence. I will say tho that when people did eventually come in, their voices carried despite the volume at which they spoke being perfectly acceptable normally. But what you really care about when coming here is the coffee. They do offer lattes and such but I opted for one of their straight-up coffee choices. I made my way there, I might as well go all out. I asked what they would recommend for someone who likes things sweet and was told to go with the Kenya for a bit over $4. The coffee itself was fascinating. Honestly, I didn't really like it but considering my afforementioned preference for how I take my coffee, that's on me. But it was full bodied and was very fruity. The idea that a coffee can be naturally fruity blows my mind but there you have it. If you like coffee, can drink it black or are a coffee purist - this is the place for you. If you need quiet to get some work done and need a change of scenery, this is definitely the place for you. There's plenty of seating without it feeling to large or sparse. A bit of a side note tho, if you like dark roasts - they don't offer any. read more

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This is a nice and chill coffee shop that has quality coffees and teas. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable of all their coffee and tea selections. They do not offer flavors for lattes or creamers because they focus on the flavor in the coffee beans and believe that's how it should be consumed. But they do have almond milk and soy milk to go with your lattes or cappuccino. The atmosphere is nice with pictures of the owner traveling overseas for coffee beans. And the music is chill lo-fi which is great for working. I recommend this place if you're looking for quality coffee flavors instead of sugary frappuccinos. read more

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At first, I thought the whole experience at this coffee shop was a bit annoying. Didn't have any sweeteners for the coffee, there was a lot of talking about the beans and where they came from and how there is no need for sugar. But after I left I could tell the guy is very passionate about the coffee that he makes. He goes to different countries and pick the beans and makes the coffee the way it is meant to be tasted. I didn't really get the full understanding about all the information given to me in a short time. Once we got to the car and I tasted it. It was amazing! Then I felt everything this guy was talking about in our short meeting. I would go to the place again but I wouldn't want to lecture on coffee beans unless I had time. However, I wish the guy would have coffee making classes or classes on the differences in the beans and so on. I still remember a lot from my first negative experience that turned into a big positive! He also has speciality tea. read more

I'm surprised that I haven't heard of Troubadour before my Yelp search. I came in for the first time this morning and was greeted by the owner who is incredibly knowledgeable and very friendly. It's clear that he's passionate about what he does and it comes through his coffee selections. I had a cup of the current Ethiopian and it was incredibly smooth and flavorful. Great parking, plenty of seating and lots of natural light. Make sure to stop by Troubadour for an excellent cup of coffee! read more

Great coffee shop! The owner, Tony, was so knowledgeable about all the different beans and very obviously cares about coffee and his customers. Looking forward to going back. read more

I've read a lot of the criticisms of Troubadour and I understand where it's coming from. As someone who usually drinks coffee with a bit of cream/milk, it's surprising to walk into a coffee shop and have the owner or employee tell you that they do not offer sugar or creamer with their coffee. But that's why Troubadour is unlike other coffee shops and should be understood, treated, and appreciated as so. You shouldn't come here for a quick coffee to go or a cheap cup or something you can fill up with a massive amount of creamer and sugar just to taste somewhat good. You should come here to have a seat, relax, and feel the full experience of an enjoyable cup of coffee. Walk in, check out their menu and pick a cup of coffee that strikes your eye. Have a seat, bring a book or some work to do, and even if you don't normally drink your coffee black, savor whatever you've selected. It will taste quite good black. Just relax in their quiet environment for an hour and enjoy a cup and it's well worth your $4. That's the experience you're supposed to have. If you look at it with a different approach as some have here (and I understand why) then it seems pretentious but if you look at it with the approach of a coffee shop that truly appreciates coffee and wants to provide you with a great experience of what that entails, then you'll love it here as I do whenever I'm visiting Cleveland. Would you go to Great Lakes Brewing and ask them to add a lime to a Lake Erie Monster? Exactly. Would you also pound down a Lake Erie Monster in a game of beer pong? Exactly. Look at it with the same perspective. I will say that this area of Cleveland is odd in that there doesn't seem to be many independent coffee shops. It's a lot of Starbucks or McDonald's and then Troubadour so there's nothing kind of in the range of a $2-$3 cup of coffee while supporting a local shop. So, in supporting a local and chill place, Troubadour is the way to go. Someone referenced The Soup Nazi but with the coffee. That may be accurate but think about the conversation Kramer had with The Soup Nazi. "You suffer for your soup. You demand perfection from yourself from your soup." Go to Troubadour. Suffer for your coffee. Drink it black. Demand perfection. Enjoy. read more

It's very clean nice-looking coffee shop that roast their own. I had a very nice conversation with the owner Tony about coffee and the type of grind to use. I also did not care for the coffee I had and he replaced it right away. Be aware of the type of coffee do you want to drink. I'm a medium dark roast kind of guy who likes flavorful not so citrusy coffee. I also like strong coffee. The vast majority of the coffee he provides is light to medium roast and not as strong as I prefer. He also does not provide sweetener or cream so if you want such things you might want to have it with you. He does have a nice cake or two available if you want something sweet to go with the coffee. It's a very comfortable atmosphere so if you want to read a book while you sip your coffee that's not a problem. read more

Troubadour Coffee Roasters - Coffee bar with the owner behind the bar hard at work... - Desserts Near Me - Fairview Park, Ohio

My husband and I went here for the coffee tasting I l purchased through Groupon. It was wonderful! Tony DiCorpo is definitely someone I would call a coffee expert. He spent the whole time showing us different types of beans which we learned are actually called seeds. He let us touch them and smell them and also allowed us to try three different types of coffees. He made all three in a French press so we actually got to taste the full flavors of them all. If you love coffee then you will really enjoy this! read more

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Easily best coffee shop around - especially if you're starting to get snobby about your beans and pour overs. A knowledgeable staff and a wide variety of roasts - light to dark; processing - wet, natural, honey (don't worry they can adequately explain); and beans that originate from around the world. Comfy interior, and excellent patio on warm weather days. If you're serious about your coffee, and want to crowds/lines from other spots in trendier neighborhood, this is your coffee shop read more

I suggest that anyone in the area comes here and tries this place. The coffee is AMAZING, best espresso in town. Quiet place to study/work. The owner is very friendly and you can tell he is passionate about coffee and his business. read more

I really want to like this place because the coffee is truly excellent. But the owner NEVER smiles or feels welcoming or acts as if he wants people to enjoy being at his cafe. He doesn't offer milk for drip coffees. You can't eat outside food, even at the outside tables. The inside is dark and feels old. He never answers questions about his coffees with anything resembling joy. It's like he actively wants people to not have a pleasant experience. It's his place and he can do whatever he wants with it, but I left today feeling like he didn't want me there. Go expecting some of the best coffee in town, but be warned it will be served with no hospitality whatsoever. read more

I had the best cup of black coffee that I've ever had at Troubadour. That's worth something. If it's possible to be politely pretentious, then that's how I would describe this place. The owner knows his coffee and does not hesitate to go into details about said coffee. I truly appreciate people who are passionate about what they do and about the products that they serve to their customers, I just wish the overall service had been a bit less stuffy and more approachable. That's not to say I didn't enjoy my experience or my beverage...I did...these are just my own tasting notes on my visit. I ordered a pour-over Kenya Watuha Co-op, and the red fruit flavors were delicious. The coffee was smooth and not overly acidic. I typically don't drink my coffee black because of its tendency to be too acidic, but this cup was pretty much perfect. I ordered a biscotti to go with it, and that was just the touch of sweetness I wanted in between sips. If you prefer your caffeine accompanied by dairy, you'd best order a cappucino or a latte, because the coffee here is brewed by the cup and only served black. I'd love to come back to try an espresso beverage, just to experience the other side of what they offer. I've also read that they offer coffee tasting courses, which sound interesting. This is exactly the kind of place that I'd want to go for that kind of learning, because they definitely know their stuff! read more

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After passing by this place hundreds of times, finally decided to give it a try. I am a coffee snob, so I was ok with no cream or sugar since I always take it black but wouldn't be able to bring my mom, as she likes a little milk. Overall, it was a really good cup of coffee. My only criticism would be for a larger size option. Will come again & try the espresso soon. read more

If you're a coffee snob, go here, otherwise don't. They're so stuck up about their coffee and where it's from and tasting the "true flavor" of it, that they don't do specialty drinks, and when we asked they said they didn't even have cream or sugar! I don't know how they've been in business this long. read more

So damn pretentious it's unbelievable. No cream or sugar served with their coffee because it's so elitist and hipster approved. C'mon let's get over ourselves and just let cream and sugar be served with coffee at the drinker's discretion. That being said, the coffee is a lot better than I suspected and good enough to be drunk black. -career cream&sugar coffee drinker read more

I never write reviews, but I have to say this is hands down the best coffee I have ever had. I enjoy trying new coffee places around the city. This is the one to go to! read more

I love coming to Troubadour even though it's a little out of the way for me. I recently spent a lot of time here studying for a major exam and enjoyed the quiet, peaceful environment as compared to some of the other coffee shops in the area. My cappuccino was smooth and rich, the coffee I tried was complex, and the shortbread was rich and flakey as it should be. I also tried the iced coffee by Cold Bloom Coffee which is a local Cleveland company and it was awesome-- full bodied flavor that holds up to ice in a cute bottle. If you're a coffee lover- this is the place for you. If you're into frappucinos and other sweetened/flavored beverages... you might want to head elsewhere. read more

Troubadour Coffee Roasters - Cold Bloom - Desserts Near Me - Fairview Park, Ohio

I really wanted a treat this rainy Saturday morning and decided to try Troubadour coffee shop. It had only 2 reviews, so I didn't expect much, thought I'd get a regular overly sweet cup of cappuccino and that's fine. I ordered a cup of mocha. That was the best mocha I ever had. Not too sweet. And the top layer of frosted milk was not your regular foam. It was gooey, almost like melted marshmallow, very yummy. They have some treats to go with coffee, not many though: banana and pumpkin bread, Italian cake and some cookies. They really take time to prepare for you an awesome cup of coffee, so don't come here if in a rush. read more

Troubadour Coffee Roasters - The best mocha I ever had - Desserts Near Me - Fairview Park, Ohio

Pretentious and rude. To tell someone there is no need for sugar or cream is making some rather broad assumptions as to why people might like it. Yes, yes I understand the complexities of excellent coffee...notes and such...like wine. I take my coffee black, but I was so turned off when the guy behind the counter told my companion what he should like. read more

Wow! Back in town for the holidays and was looking for a local coffee shop when I stumbled upon this gem. The owner clearly takes pride in the quality of his coffees and gets them straight from the source, aka growers. Very impressive and unexpected for a small little shop like this. Pour overs here are a million times better than anything you could get from Starbucks or Dunkin read more

This is where the coffee snobs come for coffee, and that's juuuuuuuusssssssst fine. Grab a cup, grab a bag of beans, and REJOICE that you're not having to pour a sad cup from a gas station. read more

I had a coffee tasting session here with Tony, the owner. The session was about 2 hours. During the session, I learnt so much about coffee and had a chance to try different kinds of coffee. All are amazing. This coffee place is so unique and I am so impressed on how much they focus on the quality of the coffee that they served. I will definitely come back to get coffee here again. read more

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I am torn. Oh, So Torn. I feel like I should give these guys a Good review, because they Try. They roast their own coffee, they refuse to use flavors and they'll even make coffee in a siphon. And yet, I just wasn't so impressed. I guess three stars is the happy medium, or more like the somewhat sad medium. My complaints here would be mainly aesthetic. I had my hopes up as I walked up to the building. It looked so charming from the outside, just a very pleasant old brick building. Once inside though, it looks like they quit trying. It was just a cluttered, low quality style; not somewhere I would love to go to all the time. Maybe they need to take a few lessons from their hip, trend-setting friends over at Rising Star and Pour. Not that the design of a coffee shop is the only thing that matters, but it helps tremendously with the experience. But I still had some hope for the coffee, although I was disappointed with the looks of the sub-standard espresso machine. I decided to play it safe with an Ethiopian pour-over. Hmmm, I thought. This stuff tastes a bit scorched. Definitely not the best coffee I've ever had, but then again, Far from the worst. In conclusion, I concluded that the man behind Troubadour concludes that coffee must be taken seriously, but apparently he doesn't conclude the whole picture with much needed aesthetic details. Oh well, I'd give the coffee another chance, if I was in the area. read more

First of all, this is the type of establishment you should frequent if you're more of a coffee aficionado and not someone who thinks that Starbucks, Peet's, etc; are the standard bearers (they're most definitely not). Coffee's true flavor isn't meant to be drowned out with cream and sugar. Whether you believe it to be pretentious or not, this place delivers you coffee the way it should be served. I dare say that if you do not like their coffee (or the way they prepare it) then you just don't like coffee. The best steak is prepared using the highest quality meat, rubbed with nothing but sea salt and freshly ground pepper. Coffee is best served roasted properly and served black, allowing its natural flavor to shine. I come here when I want a great cup of coffee. If I want a frou-frou, sugary coffee "drink", I'll go elsewhere. read more

This place has a great cup of coffee. Their chai is incredible. It has a nice atmosphere for studying, reading and staying a while. Be aware that they do not do flavored lattes or have any flavorings in the store. They want you to experience the flavor of the coffee. They do have mochas, but you have to ask because it is not on the menu. If you are expecting to get a triple shot caramel macchiato... Head down the street to Starbucks. They also do not do decaf... Which is frustrating for a pregnant woman wanting a mocha lol. read more