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Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops
21st Street Coffee and Tea is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

1. 21st Street Coffee and Tea

2002 Smallman St (at 20th St), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Strip District · 36 tips and reviews

James R.James Rich: Get black coffee without cream. Try it. If u want something with dairy try a black cat cortado. Don't leave without visiting upstairs.

61c Cafe is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

2. 61c Cafe

7.8
1839 Murray Ave (Bartlett St), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Squirrel Hill South · 25 tips and reviews

Kym A.Kym Ann: Pot of the best tea I've ever tasted in my life, came recommended from the very friendly barista. Very comfortable. Cash only! Will definitely visit again!!

Beehive Coffeehouse is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

3. Beehive Coffeehouse

1327 E Carson St (at S 14th St.), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Southside Flats · 55 tips and reviews

BryceBryce: 21+ after 9pm now that they serve alcohol

Biddle's Escape is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

4. Biddle's Escape

8.7
401 Biddle Ave (S Trenton Ave.), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · 30 tips and reviews

Chris D.Chris Deely: My actual favorite thing here Szegedi Kavve - cinnamon spiced Hungarian coffee, it is amazing. Vegan chili wrap is excellent, sandwiches are great and their made-to-order Sunday brunch is delicious.

Big Dog Coffee is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

5. Big Dog Coffee

8.7
2717 Sarah St (28th St), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Southside Flats · 54 tips and reviews

James P.James Patrick: Forget Crazy Mocha, Caribou and the 'bucks. This is the only place to get coffee on the Southside.

Brew On Broadway is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

6. Brew On Broadway

Broadway Ave (Hampshire Ave), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · 15 tips and reviews

Angela M.Angela Musser: Jennifer concocts some crazy drinks. I never order anything specific, I just let her do her magic. Lots of natural light, perfect for any creative endeavor or just enjoying some quiet time.

7. caffe d'amore

Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · No tips or reviews
Cannon Coffee is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

8. Cannon Coffee

802 Brookline Blvd (at Flatbush Ave.), Pittsburgh, PA
Café · Brookline · 20 tips and reviews

Benjamin H.Benjamin Haake: Locally Owned and operated, The coffee is locally roasted (sort of) in Indiana, PA by Commonplace Coffee Co. The back deck offers the best view in Brookline. Come in and experience it for yourselves t

Carnegie Coffee Co. is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

9. Carnegie Coffee Co.

8.6
132 E Main St, Carnegie, PA
Coffee Shop · 20 tips and reviews

KristinKristin: Try a freddo... So good. Awesome place

Commonplace @ Voluto is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

10. Commonplace @ Voluto

8.3
5467 Penn Ave (at Roup Ave.), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Garfield · 19 tips and reviews

Kevin F.Kevin Finch: They make all their own syrups!

Commonplace Coffee Co. is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

11. Commonplace Coffee Co.

8.7
5827 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · 42 tips and reviews

Brian G.Brian Gollum: They have a Clover, so their excellent coffee is brewed to order.

Constellation Coffee is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

12. Constellation Coffee

8.8
4059 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Central Lawrenceville · 21 tips and reviews

Jared L.Jared Lanza: Brews Ceremony coffee from Annapolis, MD. Delish!

Cup Ka Joe is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

13. Cup Ka Joe

7.3
31 South 27th Street (Sarah Street), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Southside Flats · 5 tips and reviews

Maura M.Maura Morgan: Great iced coffee

Delanie's Coffee is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

14. Delanie's Coffee

8.0
1737 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Southside Flats · 25 tips and reviews

Christopher P.Christopher Peter: $1 drip coffee any size from 7-9 am. Great ground espresso to take home.

Espresso A Mano is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

15. Espresso A Mano

9.2
3623 Butler St (at 37th St), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Lower Lawrenceville · 63 tips and reviews

rebeccarebecca: completely delightful. asked barista to try her hand at a cuban espresso, she did without hesitation and it was lovely! try a doppio... perfect crema, tinge of bitterness, wonderful.

Java House is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

16. Java House

3619 California Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Brighton Heights · 4 tips and reviews
Jitters Cafe Shadyside is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

17. Jitters Cafe Shadyside

8.3
5541 Walnut St (at Ivy St), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Shadyside · 17 tips and reviews

Susan S.Susan Schwend: Kona Mocha chiller and regular coffee chillers are perfect for warm weather shadyside strolling

La Prima Espresso Company is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

18. La Prima Espresso Company

8.6
205 21st St (Penn Avenue), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Strip District · 35 tips and reviews

Bailey C.Bailey Caffrey: From the menu written in Italian to the foam leaves topping the doppio cappuccinos, a visit to La Prima is a must for coffee enthusiasts. Espresso plus Italian men playing cards outside? Authentic.

Lili Coffee Shop is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

19. Lili Coffee Shop

3138 Dobson St (Hancock St), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Polish Hill · 19 tips and reviews

Emily K.Emily Krull: Charming spot with cool artwork, good music and strong coffee...great atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit!

Oh Yeah! Ice Cream & Coffee Co. is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

20. Oh Yeah! Ice Cream & Coffee Co.

232 S Highland Ave (near Alder), Pittsburgh, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · Shadyside · 66 tips and reviews

David W.David White: Their waffles are excellent - get a fresh buttermilk or buckwheat waffle with mixins, and slather it down with butter and real maple syrup. You're in for a treat.

Orbis Caffe is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

21. Orbis Caffe

7.7
675 Washington Rd., Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Mount Lebanon · 20 tips and reviews

James P.James Patrick: Formerly Aldo Coffee. Espresso done right in the South Hills.

just bean coffeehouse is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

22. just bean coffeehouse

417 E Ohio St, Pittsburgh, PA
Café · North Side · 2 tips and reviews

Jonnet S.Jonnet Solomon: Iced hazelnut latte with almond milk created by Shar. Must have!

Simpatico Espresso is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

23. Simpatico Espresso

425 6th Ave (William Penn Pl. (In Regional Enterprise Tower)), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Fifth and Forbes Corridor · 9 tips and reviews

JohnJohn: It's in the lobby of the Regional Enterprise Tower ( the old Alcoa Building)

Tazza D'Oro Cafe & Espresso Bar is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

24. Tazza D'Oro Cafe & Espresso Bar

9.3
1125 N Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · Highland Park · 23 tips and reviews

25. Uptown Bakery and Cafe

8.4
723 Washington Rd, Mount Lebanon, PA
Coffee Shop · 14 tips and reviews

Kristin D.Kristin Dickerman: Good coffee, not great, but great selection of bakery goods all of which I've tried are delicious! And I think I know what I'm talking about in regards to baked goods.

Zeke's Coffee is one of Pittsburgh Independent Coffee Shops.

26. Zeke's Coffee

6015 Penn Ave (Sheridan), Pittsburgh, PA
Coffee Shop · East Liberty · 19 tips and reviews

GingerBeardManGingerBeardMan: $3.00 for a small iced tea. What!?