11 Best Coffee Shops in Birmingham

“I love Starbucks, but I really love this location; it is the only Starbucks Reserve in the area AND I am hooked on the Hazelnut Bianco Latte both hot and iced.“

“I stopped in today on a whim. I was going to go to the big coffee chain up the road but opted against it. I'm glad I did! the baristas recommended a brown sugar latte with pistachio milk and that's what I got, iced. It was phenomenal. Great price point for the quality of the product. Crispelli's pastries. 5 stars, highly recommend and will be back again.“

“My daughter and I decided to check out Eli Tea Bar last night and we loved the atmosphere so much! it is so cozy. We were there to watch all the talented beautiful performers at open mic night. The tea was fresh and so good I really appreciate that it's alcohol free and welcoming to people of all ages. We will definitely be back!“

“Ordered online with a pickup time of 3:23pm.
Waited and timed the order specifically so that my arrival from miles away would coincide with the ready time.
Although it would normally be a “good thing” to have super fast service… when remote orders are concerned and hot or frozen/nearly frozen food will be sitting out - it’s preferable to keep a tighter pace with the advertised timing.

Our Acai bowls, smoothie, and loaded up toast was ready nearly 20 minutes before projected, and there was nothing I could do to arrive sooner to get it fresh.

My toast was cool, floppy, and a bit wet, and my smoothie was sweating and kindof watery after picking it up “on time”. I don’t think the açaí bowls suffered much… but other reviews have said that the açaí is pretty well frozen to begin with.

That all being said, the smoothie flavor was VERY good (banana pineapple vanilla protein), and the toast flavor was pretty good also - a bit on the sweet side, but satisfying and a nice/interesting mix of flavors. (Dave’s Kller bread, Granola butter, banana, hemp heart, maple syrup)

For the price point, I’d rather not see my healthy-ingredient toast in a styrofoam container, especially if it was warm and it’s placed directly on the styrofoam without a paper liner. It’s a mismatch with the health factor.

I’d definitely eat the food/visit again.
Parking/traffic was easy enough… it’s the tip of downtown and was an easy in & out.
I’d take measures to dial in order timing, skip the maple syrup over the already-sweet granola butter, and try to find a work-around for the styrofoam, though.“

“Great!!! Very nice place!“

“As a regular visitor to Cannelle French Patisserie, I am consistently impressed by the quality, authenticity, and ambiance of this delightful spot. Located right in the heart of Birmingham, it's the perfect place to indulge after a spa day at Spa Mariana.

The moment you walk in, the aroma of freshly baked croissants, macarons, and delicate pastries transports you straight to France. Each bite of their baked goods is rich in flavor, with the perfect balance of textures that make every visit a treat. The pastries are not only delicious but also beautifully crafted, showing the attention to detail and skill of their talented team.

Their service is always warm and welcoming, making you feel like you’re part of their extended family. Whether you're stopping in for a morning coffee and a croissant, or you're indulging in a special dessert after a relaxing spa treatment at Spa Mariana, Cannelle French Patisserie offers the perfect escape.

If you're looking for an authentic taste of France, this is definitely the place to visit. Highly recommended!

#FrenchBakery #BirminghamMI #CannellePatisserie #SpaMariana #PastryHeaven“

“The wagyu carne asada was well-seasoned. My only problem was the spiciness of the roasted jalapeño that came with my entree; it was a bit too spicy for me. I also purchased the blueberry muffin and the iced hibiscus drink. The muffin was nice and sweet, but the beverage I ordered was bland.“

“This review is for the Royal Oak Roast only. The road is full of as*holes , the world going to sh*t more and more. The people in charge care not at all and we are on a very possible path to doom. Why not stop in at Royal Oak Roast? It’s a comfy place with great people watching. The coffee is wonderful and refills are a dollar. So many different coffee choices in all styles, including espresso over over Weiss vanilla ice cream!!! The kitchen, yes I said kitchen has scrumptious food that is presented beautifully with the seasonal selections. All this sound good? Well that’s not even the best part. It’s the staff. It’s a varied collection of kind, hard working people that make you feel welcomed and are always working hard to get your order out to you. Leave the stress behind and relax here with friends and future friends. You will be glad you came“

“There was a P*** in the TOILET when I WENT TO USE the BATHROOM. I had to put it in the garbage all by MYSELF. STAFF SHOULD DO THIS, NOT CUSTOMERS!!!!I am NOT sure if this is the error of the DUNKING DONUTS or the GAS station, However, so I will give them the DOUBT that the BATHROOM FAILURE is NOT on their hands. ALSO, DELICIOUS COFFEE. Four star staff! Very nice.“

“We needed a little sweet treat to eat after our dinner in Ann Arbor. We got a cinnamon roll donut and a French toast donut from here and they were delicious! Both donuts seemed really fresh and soft and their frosting tastes homemade. Thank you for the wonderful sweets!“

“Food was great but service was lacking. I had dropped my napkin and our waiter picked it up and said he'd bring a new one however I has to ask for it 10 later when our food came. Couldn't find h for check when we were ready to leave.“