50 Best Coffee Shops in Pittsburgh

“This is an amazing meeting spot for breakfast,lunch or coffee. The food is amazing and the vibe is so vibrant and full of good energy. Everone is absolutely adorable. I recommend stopping in you won't be disappointed.“

“I don’t get wowed often but this place is worth every penny. We got the cheapest bread you could buy and steak tar tar to start, both were great, then we shared 2 large entrees - the rainbow trout and the chicken, both were 10/10, probably the most perfectly cooked fish I’ve ever had in my life and again I don’t get wowed often. This is by far now our favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh to go to, hands down a PREMIERE spot to eat.“

“the quality of everything is top notch the staff and customers alike are always friendly and the atmosphere always the most heavy in the lightest most amazing way possible...and I suck at pinball but the gods will me to play so play I must!.lol never a bad time ever!“

“I got the Morning Hash. and thought it was very good. next time are in town we'll try it again.“

“Riley and the gang are roasting and serving up the best coffee in the city. You can always expect super chill vibes, a diverse pour over menu, and the occasional seasonal specialty drink that will alter your brain chemistry forever. These guys love coffee and it shows. The weekend line might be long, but it’s absolutely worth the wait!“

“The workers take such good care of these cats & truly make sure they’re going to be in the best hands. It’s so admirable to see the team work so tirelessly out of the goodness of their own heart. I greatly reccomend them!“

“The Lemon Rose Iced Latte was very refreshing. Perfect combination of two very unexpected flavors. The cinnamon roll with the buttercream was equally delicious . I’m so glad I googled coffee near me while we were at Shadyside hospital.“

“Their iced spiced chai tea is amazing, and the ladies are always kind and friendly.“

“They have a nice variety of matcha (and non-matcha) drinks and foods, and the interior is cozy and cute!“

“If you are tired of the large coffee locations making drinks not worth the money then you want to go to Pour Johnny's. I was looking for a locally owned coffee shop to fill my need and they did not disappoint. The owners are always there and my drink was amazing. This was my first time there but definitely will not be my last. If your looking for a new coffee shop please give them a try. I am so glad I did and love supporting a locally owned business.“

“It’s such a cute coffee shop! Friendly employees. ♥️“

“Stopped in the Indiana shop to meet TJ, the owner. Cozy spot with great baristas! Enjoyed my first visit! Thanks!“

“This was an excellent find off our beaten path. We were here for Anthrocon and happened to be in the area and oh my goodness whis was AMAZING. The Back Home Latte was fantastic and their shortbread treats (I forgot the name but I had date and pistachio) were so goooooood. This is a must visit location!“

“Creative and tasty beverages are always brewing here. They are a local family-owned and run business. The baked goods are phenomenal and the barista is kind and quick. Great place to sit and enjoy a beverage and a treat. Room to work if you want to switch up your office atmosphere too.

They also host some really great events for their community and collab with local artisans to sell their goods in-shop.“

“Great quality drinks, syrups and products AND EVEN BETTER are the people! We absolutely love this spot ♥️“

“Needle & Bean is my home away from home in the South Hills. Every barista is so welcoming and people I look forward to being served by and also getting music recommendations from. Mike, the owner, is always great for a music convo, plus his taste in music is impeccable. Not only that but it's one of the only coffee shops in the South Hills with free parking! This isn't even mentioning their 3rd wave coffee and superb vinyl offerings and growing event calendar. I cannot recommend N&B enough.“

“Such a rare find. Excellent coffee with the most helpful, kind staff. We won’t buy our coffee anywhere else!“

“Good Service and offer many good choices. If you like coffee and tea this is the place for you. 😊“

“Fantastic tea and hip atmosphere.. A++“

“I truly go out of my way just to stop here. Carly and Jen are my Chillin besties and I adore them so much. Amazing drinks and good food.“

“New to the area and first time here. Cute lil coffee shop and loved the wall of dog Polaroids. Got a cold brew and everything bagel and both were delicious and fairly priced. Friend I went with said it was the best tiramisu coffee she had ever had. (Did not know that was a thing but apparently hits) definitely will be back :)“

“A chill spot for great coffee and small bite to eat. Popped in on our way out of the city. The barista was very helpful! Ordered the dulche de Leche and mocha - both were very good, neither too sweet. I really enjoyed the rich caco flavor of the mocha. Also ordered a chicken empanada with the chimi sauce - wow! Chicken was not heavily seasoned and flavorful, empanada crust was firm and crisp, and the chimi was great!! Also purchased a chocolate bar from the Putumayo department of Columbia- flavorful yet not overpowering. Can't wait to use the coffee beans we also purchased.“

“Personally, I prefer a chai to a coffee, but I really wasn't ready for the best chai of my life. I can't express that statement enough. Literally ....OF. MY. LIFE. I made sure to mention that to the owner (Adam) who crafted that heavenly concoction. Staff was really awesome as well. They seem to get along well and really enjoy their jobs, which translates to the vibe of the cafe itself. It's very chill and welcoming. Lots of cute pups come and go and there's even a water dish out front for them. As far as food, I had some donut balls and they were also very impressive. I didn't get a chance to have a sandwich, but I did notice people taking pictures of them before eating because they were so aesthetically pleasing. They must've been delicious as well because I heard multiple people comment to the staff how great their food was on their way out. 10/10 would recommend... Next time I'm in town, I'll be trying more options.“

“Best customer service and lattes!“

“It’s always a pleasure to visit Espresso A Mano. I have never had a bad customer service experience. I discovered the Dormont location first, as it is close to my home. Matt, the owner, has always been very kind and welcoming. The coffee and tea are equally delicious!“

“my favorite coffee shop ever!!! every barista here is so kind and friendly!! their coffee is delicious and so are their baked goods (:“

“Here, you can get farm to cup coffee. The owner’s dad actually runs the farm in Columbia where they source their beans and roast them locally around Pittsburgh. The staff is so kind and friendly and they brew amazing coffee that is about as fresh as you can get unless you are in a growing region of the world. The shop is small and simple but clean and polished with a great vibe.

Got a cappuccino and it was top notch. They know what they are doing with coffee here. Definitely worth going out of your way for this one.“

“Absolutely loved this place! It’s such a cute little shop and the owner is so sweet. I wanted a really yummy, but low calorie latte and he took his time explaining different options and swaps he could do to make my latte how I wanted it. It ended up being really good! Can’t wait to come back :)“

“Wonderful little privately owned coffee shop! Coffee is great and they have all the different types available. There’s some seating indoors and outdoors but it’s very limited. It’s more of a “get your coffee and GO” type of place. I would recommend this little coffee shop!“

“Need a review from a bloke who dislikes coffee? Yo. I only drink it for that high-octane crazy fuel/road warrior feeling so I can sift through paperwork. Which is why your caramel macchiato struck me as anomalous. I’d buy this for the flavor alone, though the espresso boost sells itself as well. Thanks for having a truck, we’re all really tired here.“

“Aroma Joe’s Drive Thru on Golden Mile Highway is the best coffee spot in the Plum and Pittsburgh area. The coffee is always good, the service is quick, and the staff is always friendly, which makes it an easy stop any time of day.

I love that they have more than just coffee too. Their breakfast options, pretzels, iced drinks, and energy drinks make it a perfect drive-thru spot when you want something fast but still really good. Everything I’ve had has been fresh, flavorful, and consistent.

If you’re near Plum, Monroeville, Murrysville, Penn Hills, Oakmont, or anywhere around Pittsburgh and need a great local coffee drive thru, Aroma Joe’s is definitely worth stopping at. Great drinks, great service, and a menu that always hits.“

“Coffee is great, staff is great, birds are great. 11/10“

“biscuits and gravy slaps, their burritos slap, they have a wild amount of drink options. The dining room is typically always clean, they do get packed sometimes because of how good they can be. They worked very hard to get where they are in the industry here in the 719. make sure to support your local businesses no matter what! This place had dreams of being a restraunt and made it happen!“

“I am a proud coffee snob. This coffee shop is worth the search. Do yourself a favor and cross the river climb the hill and try this hidden gem. The dark roast coffee is one of the best cups of coffee I’ve had, robust, smooth with depth of flavor. Just perfect as a pour over with a touch of cream. The mocha latte was perfectly creamy and lightly sweet. We also had an apple muffin, I got the last one, now I see why they sell out to quickly. Don’t settle for week or Chan coffee when you are in the ‘burgh, 5 minutes out of the city, free parking in a bright airy cafe. What more could you need in a bright morning?“

“Fantastic tea and hip atmosphere.. A++“

“Fresh delicious food. And friendly staff“

“I feel so lucky to live just down the street from this coffee shop! My go-to order is a small mocha, and the 8oz is always perfectly balanced between slightly sweet chocolate and strong espresso. The staff are so friendly, and I love popping in when I need an afternoon pick me up when working from home or I want a drink to sip as I window shop on Potomac.“

“We went here today and the place is absolutely unique. The coffee and the pastries are outstanding and this place is one of my new favorite places.“

“I’ve been coming here almost every morning. The latte is always delicious, and the service is amazing. The guy and the girl working here are always friendly and welcoming. They make my mornings better, and I’ll definitely keep coming back!!“

“Fantastic new coffee shop downtown. Very fun menu with unique, creative items and of course the classics as well. I got to try their double baked pistachio filled croissant and one of their specialty coffee drinks called The Force.

Lots of cool themes here. The Force is a drink that includes both Nutella and cookie butter. It was, of course, quite sweet and reminded me of hot chocolate. It was really good, naturally. Honestly though I’m not sure I could distinctly tell the cookie butter was there.

The pistachio croissant was also one of the best I’ve had in a little while. They can warm it up too! Perfectly flakey on the outside, and buttery on the inside. Loads of pistachio. Perfectly sweet. Really, really good.

All in all, definitely recommend this place. Awesome vibe and delicious pastries and drinks. Yes, some of the drinks are a little pricey (maybe the specialty ones), but they are delicious.“

“It’s such a cute coffee shop! Friendly employees. ♥️“

“In town visiting with family - coffee is a necessity to begin any day. Big Dog Coffee is exactly what we needed. Relaxed atmosphere- great coffee and fabulous pastries and sweets. If you’re in Pittsburgh- definitely stop by and support local small business. ☕️“

“Chai tea is the best I’ve ever had! Nice conversations with the man serving us, enjoyed the whole experience :)“

“It’s such a cute coffee shop! Friendly employees. ♥️“

“After a long cold walk up and down the neighborhood hills today, this was the PERFECT stop! Great latte and the lox sandwich was perfection! Staff was just as wonderful. I will def be back!“

“I really enjoy their coffee and breakfast sandwiches“

“Very friendly staff, relaxed atmosphere, unusual selection of food including sandwiches, yummy looking pies (yes, pies!), baked goods (had the best scone ever - caramel toffee!). Very tasty iced latte. Not too into the old hippie vibe (lived thru it once, enough) but that'sy personal preference. Will definitely go out of my way to go there again.“

“Loved their coffee for decades. Signed up for their newsletter that lets me know when they have deals.“

“You’ll never leave hungry or broke !!!“

“Fantastic tea and hip atmosphere.. A++“