Great cafe / coffee bar. Just opened Monday and it's my favorite place. That's no surprise as I've experienced the Urbana Cafe cart many times. This great location is a natural extension of a great local business. The ambiance, service, and food/espresso quality it top notch IMO. read more

Urbana Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Super yummy food & great coffee! The service was friendly and fantastic. The whole atmosphere of the place is very cool. And the location is so close to all the shops we wanted to go to during our visit! Definitely recommend. read more

Urbana Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Had a chance to check out this pretty place on Opening day (a Saturday, around 4pm). They actually had been secretly open all week, though, which allowed them some time to sweep growing pains under the coffee table. Here's what to expect: 1) 2 4-seater tables, surrounded with both chairs and stools (to allow for different back and butt shapes). 2) Stool-seating at the coffee bar on both floors (yes, there is a small/quieter* balcony). *3) But that balcony's not so quiet, because something about the ceiling height (or the blind date who was shouting tinder stories at each other's faces, shoutily) made it not so quiet. 4) That's the bad noise. The good noise is the good music they play - namely acoustic latin and ladies whispering over lounge sounds. Though in between both categories were ads, because Urbana didn't pay the $3.99/month Pandora ad-free fee. 5) Internet is fast, which comes in handy if you're, like me, are trying to stream Gullah Gullah Island. read more

Got a vanilla latte. Excellent milk, excellent espresso, even had good latte art. Vanilla was a bit strong to my taste, but that's a personal preference thing. Was really most impressed by the milk which stretched quite delicately. Good cup. read more

I just visited OTR's newest coffee shop and the whole experience was wonderful! The owner (named Daniel) was busy serving a lot of guests, but he wasn't too busy to chat, show me his new equipment, and talk coffee. Furthermore, he pulls an incredible espresso - seriously, it's one of the best in the city. After enjoying a double shot and a delicious house-made doughnut, I picked up a bag of beans roasted by Daniel himself. When I got home, I made a pour over for my wife with Daniel's single-origin beans and my wife thought it was my best pour over yet. I'd love to take credit, but I know the reason was because of Daniel's beans. Anyway, if you love really, really great coffee, and you are looking for a cozy but well-designed neighborhood coffee shop... look no further and head over to the new Urbana Cafe. I know I'm going back... again and again. read more

Cute little coffee shop. We got the tiramisu toast, raspberry poptart and a cappuccino. Both desserts were good. I would get the tiramisu again. Lady fingers on top of the toast was infused in coffee. There's also a cute outdoor patio. read more

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Tiny little coffee spot with the best Shakerato I've ever had. The breakfast biscuit was also fantastic. read more

Urbana Cafe - Shakerato - Cafes Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Cute mid century California-vibe interior with beautiful millwork at counter. The menu looked great, but they were out of most things on Sunday morning 10am, and the croissants we tried were stale (why sell these?). Had truly small (childrens' tea party size) flat whites, so will not order those again. Maybe we will just swing by the farmers market instead next time for fresh pastry and coffee. read more

This coffee shop is in a nice area undergoing massive renovations to nearby buildings. It's definitely very trendy, with exposed brick walls and wood accents. The coffee is great and the orange chocolate chip scone is to die for. I get a bottomless coffee and study here all day. People bring their dogs too, which is fun to see. One of my favorite coffee shops in Cincinnati. read more

Urbana Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Absolutely delicious coffee, beautiful atmosphere, but the sweet treats....phenomenal! Chocolate almond biscotti, strawberry donut, shortbread anise cookie, and bread pudding WOW! We all shared a bite for our friends birthday, each was uniquely delicious. Loved visiting at Findlay so happy there is a permanent store front. read more

Urbana Cafe - Amazing pastry and latte! Chocolate almond biscotti, strawberry donut, anise shortbread cookie, and bread pudding - Cafes Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I'd like to start by saying I'm not the biggest coffee drinker but that doesn't stop me from checking out coffee shops. To start Urbana is located in a great spot in the upcoming neighborhood of Pendleton. It wasn't hard to find as it sits right next to Nation and even shares a patio. When you first spot it, it does look a little small but when you walk in, you find yourself in awe of the charm and the high ceilings. This is a great place to get some work done and it feels very cool with he exposed brick and the decor from their humble beginnings to what they are striving for now. From the little scooter helmets to the nostalgic menu displayed like a ticker board you'd find at an airport. There is limited seating here but the times I've been here it has not been difficult to find a seat. There are daily offerings for pastries and sweets and they like to support local! Nice selection of drinks and a nice atmosphere puts Urbana up there for coffee shops in the area! read more

Well, I went for donut day but ended up with a lemon pound cake with blueberries because it looked too good! This is a cute, sleek, brick walled, small but cozy cafe in Pendleton. You may have had Urbana coffee at Findlay with their little blue truck but here's the storefront too. We were greeted upon arriving by the pastry chef who gave us the sweets lowdown. I also inquired about a few drinks on the menu. I chose the caffe frizzante: espresso, carbonated water, lemon on ice. This is a strong drink for those who want refreshment and a jolt! The chef boxed up my blueberry adorned goodness in a box and the barista brought my drink around the counter (instead of yelling my name, what a nice touch). My friend and I were discussing some other scones we've had and the pastry chef insisted we take one of her out-of-the oven orange chocolate chip scones. Of course we said yes! She said fresh scones would change our life....well maybe not life changing, but man, those were some of the best scones I've had! I will definitely be back to Urbana to try another drink and pastry. This place is for those who love really good coffee and have an appreciation for well-made espresso drinks, not your syrup engulfed kind with little coffee/espresso taste. Check it out! read more

Possibly the best cafe in Cincinnati. Or at least the best one I have been to. Highlights: 1. They use high quality milk - out of a glass jug. This isn't your grocery store diary. It's rich and creamy and on a different level. 2. The pastries and baked goods are delicious, high quality, carefully prepared, and fresh. The chef, on site on the weekends, prepares the toast bar to order and everything else throughout the morning. Even if you come in at noon, you can still get freshly made scones, etc. You have to try the chocolate chip scones. The location is pretty neat but sometimes it's hard to find parking. Some of the metered spots down the street don't take cards or have numbers for the parking applications - so bring coins. Or you can go up a few blocks where you can occasionally snag an un-metered spot. I absolutely love the real glass coffee cups, the care that goes into each drink, and the atmosphere. It's small so occasionally it does get a little crowded. But if you get a chance, perch yourself up on the second level and spend a little time people watching. So happy to support this new cafe.I can't say enough. This is really a great place. read more

Awesome coffee spot. Very simple layout but seems very modern and hipster. Good coffee selection and the people working it seem genuinely nice and friendly. Interesting menu too and the presentation of the food is very on point. Will definitely be coming through again. read more

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This is a rocking little shop with killer drinks and some tasty looking treats. We had a cappuccino which was great and the Frizzante which was refreshing. It was shaken espresso and sparking water. Yum. But it was the Shakerato that stole the show. It is shaken espresso with a touch of sugar. Sounds so simple but it was amazing! Frothy, creamy, and oh so delicious. Will be back for more! read more

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I think Urbana has the best coffee in Cincinnati! And the nicest staff. Plus, they are nice to my pup. Their Frizzante is my drink of choice - sparkling water and espresso, with a hint of lemon or orange! Oh, and the breakfast sandwich - simple, but the mustard is the bomb. Find their drink cart at Findlay Market! read more

Love the cozy atmosphere here, wide selection of coffee beverages. Totally unpretentious for a coffee shop. Haha. Well lit tables and bar seating also additional seating in small overlooking loft area which gives it nice dimension. Oh and my latte was really good. read more

The orange chocolate scone I had there was so light and perfect. The drip coffee was good too. The staff was also nice about my husband and I rushing in 5 min before they closed in desperate need of a snack and coffee on our way to a wedding after a 3 hour drive. Would definitely return for some donuts! read more

Super chill vibes, very homely. Even has a lil shop in the back. Not too intimidatingly hipster for the average coffee goer

First time in Cincy and I tried a couple of coffee shops and this was by far my favorite. I travel frequently through cities of all sizes and all over the US and I'm always seeking out the best coffee. To me the best coffee is about quality of milk, grind, pour, customer service, and ambience. This place succeeds in all those areas. This is the best mocha I've had in months. Perfect creamy milk (they use a great brand that is a bit different than everything else so it is super cream), just the right amount of chocolate and perfectly roasted espresso. To top it off everyone who works there is friendly, they're excited to have you there, and they want you to love your experience. I met the owner and it was wonderful to hear more about Cincy from his perspective. It's also very dog friendly and they make killer sounding bagels and other baked goods I wish I had been hungry enough to try! read more

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Coffee Snob - and this is the best coffee shop in Cincinnati. Italian Espresso - done like you would expect. An Americano that is so smooth - no need for milk or sugar is the test. Back next for an espresso or Cortado. Now - I wish there were some vegan, low oil more healthy eating options, the baked goods looked AWESOME for most people. I always knew the little blue truck - but a must visit in OTR! read more

Just FYI there's no wifi. Great aesthetic and great coffee tho. The people were so nice! I would totally come here all the time and work and get the bottomless coffee but they don't have wifi. I understand the reason is for conversation that is great but it's hard when I work from home and just need a place to get out of the house. read more

Really great coffee. The owner is super knowledgeable about where his coffee is from and how he roasts it. The customer service is also great. We were heading out for a road trip and helped us load up on water. Great neighborhood place! read more

Great coffee in an awesome atmosphere. $4 for unlimited drip may be a little steep but worth it if you plan to stay for a bit. The upstairs bar that looks over the shop seems like a great spot to get some work done! read more

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It's OK I feel bad being the first to give it 3 stars, but like Yelp says, 3 stars means "A-OK". It's nothing special and not bad. It's in between. It gets the job done if you need coffee and don't feel like walking a block and a half. But, I was excited they had a Shakerato! There was one place that has been doing it for years here in Cincy up in Clifton, but they shut down, so when I want one I will come here. My comparison below are to Collective Espresso, Carrabello, Blok, 1215 I came to this place with high hopes and the first thing I get when going to a coffee shop is their DRIP COFFEE. Cost: This was the most expensive out of all 5 coffee shops. (1215 is $1.75 for 12oz and this place is like $2.75) Kind of confused where you came up with $2.75. Quick calculations: Probably pay $7.99 at max for 16oz bag of coffee, you probably use 3.5oz per brew (for easy calculations lets say they only get 4 pots per lb). $2 per pot. Each pot gets maybe (8) 12oz cups = their cost is .25 per cup of coffee. Throw in a cup, lid, sleeve and your at .43 per cup. Factor in most people coming to this place are not Starbucks drinkers where they drink a little coffee with their sugar and creamer. So, majority of people use a little of both. So, lets say total cost will be on average .48 per cup. So, the max you should charge for a 12oz cup is $1.92 not the 2.75 (but, this number again will be lower since you get roughly 4.6 pots of coffee per lb of coffee) Taste: I would put it ahead of Blok and behind the other 3. Shakerato Review: Cost: Was $.50 more than the place in Clifton Taste: Both tasted the same, but this place Aericanized the presentation and put it in a fancy martini like glass. The other place did it like the Italians do. It was good and I will be back to get another. If you're in the area and need a cup of coffee and don't feel like walking then this will be A-OK. read more

We love this place!! We come every other weekend, and we wish we could come more often. The seasonal toast options are amazing. Most recently, I had the 'Nuts about Berries' and absolutely loved it! These girls are super creative and extremely talented in the kitchen, which is all open concept so you can watch them working. It's definitely a very cozy setting. Oh yeah, the coffee options are equally delicious as well. You really cannot go wrong. If it's busy, you may have a little bit of a wait, but good things take time. It's worth it! read more

Urbana Cafe - Nuts About Berries - Cafes Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

The barista was super nice and energetic, my iced vanilla latte was delicious and I finally got to try a Fat Ben pop tart which was also amazing. Great little coffee shop! read more

Urbana Cafe - Fat Ben's triple berry pop tart! - Cafes Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I love going to Urbana on a weekly basis because the place it's comfortable and cozy, not too big were you can't meet or talk to the locals. My drink of choice in the winter is their fabulous cortado, and in the summer cold brew with a splash of soy or Nitro coffee! read more

Urbana Cafe - Perfection!! - Cafes Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Honestly, I consider myself a coffee shop junkie so when I packed up a whole day's worth of loot and headed to Urbana on a Sunday morning, I was really looking forward to venturing into Pendleton but worried about parking for my long day of loitering. I was actually able to find a spot quite quickly on this trip. The shop was busy with people waiting for brunch at nearby restaurants but I expected this so it wasn't too big a deal. Also, they have a wonderful loft area with outlets and workspace aplenty. Finally, my almond milk latte was delicious and chocolate pistachio croissant was sort of perfect! After the buzz from that wore off, I got the bottomless drip coffee (I think it was Columbia that day) which was great! All in all, I think Urbana is my favorite coffee shop in Cincy and I'm ready to move to Pendleton so we can take it to the next level. read more

I loved their vanilla latte and white chocolate pistachio scone!! So good, we will be back! read more

Urbana Cafe - Americano, vanilla latte, ham and cheese croissant and pistachio white chocolate scone! So yummy!! - Cafes Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Had an Iced Cortado which was my first so nothing to compare to but from what I taste, it was well made to my liking for an espresso drink. Super affordable. Skip Starbucks and make a stop here! read more

The WORST COFFEE that you'll ever taste So watered down dumped 2 cups right down the sink

Cute space, friendly staff, delicious treats. They don't have skim milk, FYI. WiFi password: 1206broadway

Urbana is a great little coffee shop in Pendleton. The atmosphere in Urbana is very simple yet refined. Everyone who works at Urbana is very nice and the owner would love to talk to you about coffee. Speaking of coffee, their coffee is really amazing. They offer a bottomless cup of coffee and have free wifi, so this would be a great place for people who work out of the office to be productive. On top of their coffee, they have really great pastries and such. You should really try their ham and cheese croissant. I'd give them a five-star rating but Urbana is somewhat on the pricey side for what you get. read more

If you're a coffee lover, Urbana cafe is a mandatory stop on a daily basis. I was in town for the weekend, and we walked by Urbana Cafe. As soon as you walked in you breathe a perfect coffee aroma that will prepare you to have a glorious cup of coffee made by the most knowledgeable and passionate barista in Cincinnati. He recommended me the Vanilla latte, and it was amazing. This is not a Starbucks, so be ready to order real coffee! read more

This is a comfortable cafe with delicious coffee and pastries. I had a cappuccino and split two of the toast creations - strawberry & raspberry with whipped cream and lemon zest, and banana & Nutella carmelized. Both were prepared to order by the chef. We will be back! read more

Maybe I am starting to become too easy a grader or I am getting lucky picking places to visit but these guys rock. Daniel was great. Great coffee conversation as well as a great environment. Stop in here. You won't regret it. The coffee was top notch as was the chocolate tart. FANTASTIC! read more

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Everything you'd want in a coffee shop. I've spent a lot of time in Columbus, Portland, Denver, etc but not in Cincy. Traveling through last week and found this gem in OTR. I ended spending the better part of a Sunday here. Started with a great pour over coffee and 'toast.' The toast took a few minutes to they were super nice and gave me a free cookie. But the toast....wheat bread, beets, deviled eggs, sirarcha sauce....one of the best meals in months. So 30 minutes later I ordered another one. Got some work done and took a cold brew to go. Great location, beautiful interior and awesome products. Next time I'm in town for work this will be my first stop. read more

The coffee selection was great and so was the service and food available. The baristas were very helpful in recommendations for both the menu and things to do around OTR. They even have maps of OTR in case you're new or unfamiliar to the area. I would highly recommend stopping in Urbana Cafe for a quick coffee or to hangout. read more

Super cute cafe in the Pendleton area! Their latte is delicious and we weren't waiting a long time for our drinks. They had a lot of delicious looking baked goods as well. The atmosphere is very quiet so this would be a great place to work or study while grabbing a cup of coffee. The whole place is also dog friendly, even inside, and they have dog treats on their counter so your furry friend can come along! read more