Headed in on my way back to East Rock after a tour of the Yale campus. There were three young people working this afternoon, Sunday, at about 1pm. The guy at the register was watching football on his phone. I asked about the "layered espresso." He said it was layers of espresso and steamed milk. I paid and tipped before getting drink. It ended being plastic cup with several ounces of simple syrup, topped with cold whole milk and an espresso shot on top. I returned it and said it was nothing like he explained. I asked for a large coffee instead that was basically the same price. He said he "wouldn't charge me" and then proceeded to pour it and let it sit lidless while he checked the football score again. Avoid. East Rock Coffee is right up the street and the staff is much more attentive. I'd love to get paid for watching football, too.
Karina Lopez
People who work there are really nice. The neighborhood is peaceful. Prices are high and I would not rate their coffee as the best one in town.
Maryann Nuzzo-DeRosa
Ordered egg cheese and bacon on a bagel. No egg, only in a blue state. Cold too.
Joshua Foltz
Hidden gem, right behind evans hall, great coffee
Akshat Baveja
Stale croissants, cortado dumped with a whole glass of milk and not made properly at all. Asked them to correct it and they said that’s how they make it. I’d recommend going to G cafe down the street. They had amazing drinks and food.
Joy M
Natalie was sweet and efficient. Her suggestions were spot on for a first time visitor.
Tresa R
Pretty good coffee and liked they you can serve yourself all of the different milk substitutes. The atmosphere inside is quaint and lots of outdoor seating as well. Probably won’t get breakfast here again, bagels were sub-par.
Grand Panda
At 930AM, Not very busy, the counters were grimy, it was like they were just wiped down, not with soap and water, not sanitized.I get that this is supposed to be a place that gets alot of college aged people in here and they hang out, socialize, use the Wi-Fi. However the furniture needs to be updated. As for the $15 price point for a Turkey Sriracha, and medium coffee, sorry take your business elsewhere. I would expect more of a conscious effort from a family business.
JM L.
Best latte anywhere. Really nice people but could they please make the café mask optional - at least for people that are fully vaccinated with booster? The mask mandate in New Haven ended two weeks ago. At the tables they are not wearing a mask but you still need a mask to walk in and go up to the counter.
Denise C.
One of my favorite spots to study/work because it's super close to home, it's got good music, and the staff are always happy/hanging out!
Coffee is okay, interior is sterile as an operating room. Staff are super friendly.
Irene S.
Super friendly baristas!!! I got a black coffee and a egg cheese bagel sandwich. Filling but not too much! Can't complain about the coffee either!
Dedra Dillard
Nats flying in casing for bread and cakes...will not return...sorry
Madison R.
Best place for students or anyone trying to get work done! Plenty of outdoor & indoor space. Follows COVID guidelines. Cozy & clean. Nice neighborhood. Free street parking is one of the best things about this location. Friendly staff! I got a nice hot apple cider and it was perfect for the weather. Thank you blue state coffee for a productive afternoon!
Kai Towles
Decent coffee. A nice little pastry shop. Perfect place to meet and hang out.
Headed in on my way back to East Rock after a tour of the Yale campus. There were three young people working this afternoon, Sunday, at about 1pm. The guy at the register was watching football on his phone. I asked about the "layered espresso." He said it was layers of espresso and steamed milk. I paid and tipped before getting drink. It ended being plastic cup with several ounces of simple syrup, topped with cold whole milk and an espresso shot on top. I returned it and said it was nothing like he explained. I asked for a large coffee instead that was basically the same price. He said he "wouldn't charge me" and then proceeded to pour it and let it sit lidless while he checked the football score again. Avoid. East Rock Coffee is right up the street and the staff is much more attentive. I'd love to get paid for watching football, too.
People who work there are really nice. The neighborhood is peaceful. Prices are high and I would not rate their coffee as the best one in town.
Ordered egg cheese and bacon on a bagel. No egg, only in a blue state. Cold too.
Hidden gem, right behind evans hall, great coffee
Stale croissants, cortado dumped with a whole glass of milk and not made properly at all. Asked them to correct it and they said that’s how they make it. I’d recommend going to G cafe down the street. They had amazing drinks and food.
Natalie was sweet and efficient. Her suggestions were spot on for a first time visitor.
Pretty good coffee and liked they you can serve yourself all of the different milk substitutes. The atmosphere inside is quaint and lots of outdoor seating as well. Probably won’t get breakfast here again, bagels were sub-par.
At 930AM, Not very busy, the counters were grimy, it was like they were just wiped down, not with soap and water, not sanitized.I get that this is supposed to be a place that gets alot of college aged people in here and they hang out, socialize, use the Wi-Fi. However the furniture needs to be updated. As for the $15 price point for a Turkey Sriracha, and medium coffee, sorry take your business elsewhere. I would expect more of a conscious effort from a family business.
Best latte anywhere. Really nice people but could they please make the café mask optional - at least for people that are fully vaccinated with booster? The mask mandate in New Haven ended two weeks ago. At the tables they are not wearing a mask but you still need a mask to walk in and go up to the counter.
One of my favorite spots to study/work because it's super close to home, it's got good music, and the staff are always happy/hanging out!
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Coffee is okay, interior is sterile as an operating room. Staff are super friendly.
Super friendly baristas!!! I got a black coffee and a egg cheese bagel sandwich. Filling but not too much! Can't complain about the coffee either!
Nats flying in casing for bread and cakes...will not return...sorry
Best place for students or anyone trying to get work done! Plenty of outdoor & indoor space. Follows COVID guidelines. Cozy & clean. Nice neighborhood. Free street parking is one of the best things about this location. Friendly staff! I got a nice hot apple cider and it was perfect for the weather. Thank you blue state coffee for a productive afternoon!
Decent coffee. A nice little pastry shop. Perfect place to meet and hang out.