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Local Coffee and Tea Shops to Visit

There are few things better than starting your morning at one of the local coffee and tea shops here in Pittsburgh. Finding a cozy place to sit and work or study at these local establishments is the perfect way to start your day! 


Places to put on your list:

Coffee Tree Roasters has grown to include five company-owned retail locations throughout the Greater Pittsburgh Area. Currently run by Jean Swoope, and now a Certified Woman Owned and Operated Business, The Coffee Tree family has goals of  serving the freshest and finest single farm-sourced coffees from around the world and supporting our local communities. Visit them online at: https://coffeetree.store/ .


Jitters Cafe
has been crafting Shadyside's Coffee & Community for 25 years. They locally source everything from beans to bags and claim that nobody knows you as Jitters does. Located on Walnut Street, you can visit them online at: https://jitterspgh.com/ .


Located in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh,
ARRIVISTE Coffee Bar serves high-quality specialty coffee and tea in an inviting and cozy space. They were the first coffee shop in Pittsburgh to use an under-counter Modbar espresso machine. They have a selection of fine teas and sweet and savory pastries sourced locally. Visit them online at: http://arriviste.coffee/ .


Located in Pittsburgh's historic Strip District,
Allegheny Coffee & Tea Exchange is your location for delicious coffee & tea in the burgh. They have an exceptional selection of high-quality coffees and teas from around the world, available by the cup or by the pound, and are unique in our in-house production of nitro coffee. Purchase your favorites online here: https://www.alleghenycoffee.com/ , or visit in-store for a drink and browse in person.


Located in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood,
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Main serves as the primary, full-service resource for information, and current and historical materials for Pittsburgh. Visit the coffee shop while you learn more about their efforts to envision the role of CLP – Main in a fast-evolving city and region https://www.carnegielibrary.org/clp_location/main-oakland/ .


Sidecar Coffee
is a popular specialty coffee shop in Oakland. One of the defining features of Sidecar Coffee is its commitment to sourcing high-quality beans. The shop collaborates with local and regional coffee roasters, ensuring that only the freshest and most flavorful beans are used in their beverages. This emphasis on quality extends to their brewing techniques, which are carefully executed to extract the best flavors from each cup of coffee.


The menu at
Sidecar Coffee offers a wide variety of options to cater to different tastes and preferences. Whether you're a fan of traditional espresso-based drinks like lattes and cappuccinos or prefer pour-over and cold brew methods, Sidecar Coffee has something for everyone. They also provide a selection of teas and other non-coffee beverages, ensuring that all customers can find something to enjoy.

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