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Enrico's Tazza D'oro Cafe & Espresso Bar
Categories: Restaurants Food Coffee & Tea Restaurants, Coffee & Tea [Edit]
1125 N Highland AvePittsburgh, PA 15206
Neighborhood: Highland Park
(412) 362-3676
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 7 am - 10 pm
Sat-Sun 8 am - 10 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Lunch, Breakfast
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
58 reviews for Enrico's Tazza D'oro Cafe & Espresso Bar
Review Highlights
"They use Batdorf and Bronson beans, where an ex-gf of mine..."
(in 3 reviews)
"Their Italian Cappuccino is pretty addictive."
(in 4 reviews)
"The baked goods were phenomenal, and they are all made on..."
(in 7 reviews)
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58 reviews in English
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Review from Adam L.
Pittsburgh, PA
9/28/2011
Finally, a great neighborhood coffee shop that just so happens to brew fantastic coffee. The espresso is incredible, which makes for an excellent cappuccino, and the food is pretty good, too. Croissants, muffins, and other baked goods top the breakfast list, while made-to-order paninis and delicious homemade soups round out the lunch menu.
The crowd at Enrico's is varied, which I really enjoy. My 65-year-old neighbor and his crew of retired friends pull up a chair every day at 3:00 pm next to business folks, college students, techies, and other folks who are looking for a good brew.
No frills, no extras; just nice people in a quaint coffee shop, brewing up warm goodness. -
Review from Anthony G.
Pittsburgh, PA
This place was pretty cool. I mean defiantly felt like a place with a bunch of regulars, but i felt welcome inside.
All I got was a cup of coffee and a apple pastry. My mother got a espresso. Both drinks were good, but for being one of the top rated places on yelp, I expected more than what I expirenced.
The apple pastry did not seem very fresh, but it was still very good and worth eating.
I guess I was just a little disappointed because I expected so much more than what I got. -
Review from Phyllis K.
Pittsburgh, PA
11/19/2011
Hands down the best cappuccino you'll get in Pittsburgh. I have yet to be disappointed. Consistency in quality in a coffee joint is what I'm looking for! (Oh and alright those delectable treats they always have don't hurt either... Apple dumpling?!?!)
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Review from Emily P.
Pittsburgh, PA
11/22/2011
I've been living down the street for almost a year and recently got around to checking this place out. Their coffee is amazing! The pastry selection was impressive, as well.
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Review from Miles O.
7/31/2011
Outstanding lattes. Period.
The service can be *very* slow, but the latte is worth the wait. And, the staff does not seem to care to chat with customers, but they make darn good lattes so who cares.
Tucked in the beautiful Highland Park neighborhood among many historic houses and close to the handful Bryant street restaurants, Tazza D'oro is a fantastic place for coffee lovers like me. A nice short walk from Highland Park is a welcome plus. Get the latte, take a stroll down the street to explore the houses, and take a walk in the park. That is a beautiful and coffeeful sunny summer afternoon for you.
They also have food, but I cannot speak for that. The interior is somewhat run down at places, but that gives it character. -
Review from Jill F.
7/12/2011 1 Check-in Here
The espresso is definitely good. Although the interior is strange, the location is cute for Highland Park.
My beef is with the snarky Pittsburgh hipster Employee's that barely even engaged with my jokes made about their Beta Fish "Vivian." Seriously, a boy Beta, named Vivian! That fish needs some recognition and love. After basically flirting with ourselves, it seemed like all they cared about was acting cool and barely providing an engaging espresso experience for me and my friend who were obviously excited to be there!
Next time, maybe there will be different employee's. But I have a feeling their lack of enthusiasm for serving the general public will deter me elsewhere. Sad times Tazza, I felt like I could have really loved you. -
Review from Greg B.
6/25/2011
I'll preface this by reminding anyone who reads my reviews that 3 stars is a good review for me--it means it's good, but I'm not going to go out of my way for it.
Enrico's Tazza D'oro Cafe is definitely very good--I love the location in Highland Park, and the early morning crowd seemed pretty nice and very eclectic. We even ran in to a friend while we were there and had a nice chat.
My girlfriend and I ordered lattes which were excellent--the space was overall very nice inside and while the selection of pastries was a bit thin I would say the ones they had looked good. I do wish they had more outdoor seating, though. It's tough to make the "I'm a fan" list for coffee houses. I'll try it again and may change my review in the future.
While I"m on the note of Highland Park, I want to join the chorus of people who are dismayed by the recent hit and run involving the two bikers in Highland Park. Accidents (no matter how horrible) do happen, and as such I'm not as angry about the actual accident; but to just drive away and leave people severely injured by the side of the road is pretty wretched behavior. At this point, i only hope that if you are the person who did this, you will at least dedicate the rest of your life to doing good to balance your to-date lousy behavior.
It's never too late. -
Review from Aaron E.
Monterey, CA
7/31/2011
As if in answer to my prayer.
I'm not basing this review on the quality of the coffee. I had Rooibos tea and a (delicious) apple galette.
I'm basing this on the fact that I love this style of coffee shop (could be in Seattle or Portland). And the fact that since coming to P'burgh for a few days for the first time, it's the first aggregation of non-grumpy people I've been around. Well, to be fair, all the partying college students on the South Side last night were not grumpy. Maybe it's that the folks sitting around me here at Tozza Doro are just chilling, quietly dong whatever they are doing, and not being overly grumpy or self absorbed.
They don't apear to have more than coffee and pastries, but they do have free wireless.
There is not as much in this neighborhood as I thought there was going to be, but if you find yourself here, and you like non-corporate, home grown cafes, this is a great place to chill. -
Review from Sam F.
5/31/2011
Hmm, well, if I was in the neighborhood I'd go here but I wouldn't make a special trip. I guess I don't get all of the hype.
I came in and was expecting a lot more I have to say. There wasn't a lot of variety in coffee drinks, and I was under the presumption that they had an actual menu, like soups and sandwiches. Instead, they had a one page list of around 3 sandwiches and a soup of the day. I get it, they're small, but after all I have heard about them, I was a little surprised. So I ordered a mocha. The barista was very nice and very polite.
I sat down inside with my fiancee since the two outdoor seats were taken. It was a little weird. I thought it was going to being kind of an indie/artsy/fun little place, but it was kinda weird for me. The music was so quiet I could barely even hear it. Every time the front door opened, it squealed really loud, and I felt like I couldn't talk to my fiancee sitting right across from me with out the whole room hearing us. Some people were on their laptops, some people reading...it was a unique mix of people, mostly middle-aged. It was a little strange seeing a sad Charlie Brown-esqe Christmas tree sitting on the ground with it's lights still wrapped around it collecting dust, since it is May.
But back to the coffee...my mocha was okay. Nothing like "wow" but it was alright. Coffee is cheap. -
Review from Jake Z.
Pittsburgh, PA
2/16/2011 3 photos
Pittsburgh's definitely got nothing on Seattle when it comes to a good brew but if you look hard enough you'll find a few diamonds in the rough. Tazza D'Oro is one of them. I wont say THE best simply because coffee is such an objective taste but you cannot deny the expertise and care Tazza D'Oro subscribes to. It brings them millions of miles above Starbucks and (gasp) Crazy Mocha.
I found out about Tazza D'Oro while browsing the blog of an award winning, internationally recognized barista. He conveniently mapped out his favorite coffee houses around the US via Google Maps. I clicked on PA and zoomed it, not even expecting to see a marker. Surprisingly there was -- only one -- and it was for Tazza D'Oro.
Their baristas know how to make the perfect espresso. Once you've done that all of your other drinks fall right into place. They also do french pressed coffee which is a rare treat usually enjoyed at home and, at least in my case, not done nearly as well as it should be. Their pastries and baked goods come straight from one of the 'burgh's best bakeries -- Enrico's in the Strip District; what more could you ask for?
I have a longer article on Tazza D'Oro as well as another great coffee shop, Espresso a Mano on my website. http://eatinginpittsbu... -
Review from Billie S.
Albany, OR
4/1/2011 1 Check-in Here
Good coffee!! The atmosphere is nice, it was good to get out of the cold when we took our walk :)
The coffee was good, and not too expensive. -
Review from Darin A.
1/1/2011 2 Check-ins Here
The environment is just what you would hope for in a coffee shop: tastefully decorated with some local art in an old building with a cool ceiling and floor. A great place to enjoy a beverage, book, and music.
I had an Italian Cappuccino. It was well balanced and I enjoyed every sip. On my way out I had a Costa Rican pour over that took me by surprise. It was incredibly smooth with a complex flavor. It rolled off my tongue without the thin taste of a poorly roasted bean. As the drink cooled the flavor profile changed but continued to please.
I highly recommend this shop if you are looking for a place to spend a few hours and enjoy everything from speaking with competent baristas to the last sip of your drink. I will be returning. -
Review from Dan M.
Pittsburgh, PA
8/5/2011
Maybe Tazza D'Oro doesn't need another review, but I guess it never hurts to lend your voice to the chorus of those praising a good, solid and well-run local business.
The coffee selection is terrific. The baristas are professional and courteous. No, they are not chatty, but they are polite and friendly. I'm not there for conversation, but for good coffee. And that's what you get.
The pastries and snacks are fine. Good variety.
The atmosphere is JUST what I want when I need a cup of coffee: relatively quiet, comfortable and calming.
When it first opened (how long ago how?) it was mobbed by some of my neighbors (I live in Highland Park) who adopted it as their private club and often seemed peeved at "others" who stopped by. They've either relaxed or found other obsessions. The clientele is, as folks said, eclectic and invigorating.
It's become our after-dinner spot after a meal at Park Bruges or Smiling Banana Leaf, too! -
Review from Janey A.
Pittsburgh, PA
2/25/2011
I can remember the time when I used to strictly drink mocha frappuccinos from Starbuck's thinking that it was the be all end all to coffee in my younger teens. Don't we all miss those days of being so naive?
Admittedly, I never finish any coffee that I drink, not only because I'm apparently wasteful now that I think about it, but also because I'm a slow sipper and everything settles at the very end. Make no mistakes, I will finish any coffee drink from Tazza D'oro and at record speed. It is delicious to the very last drop and the best part is, they don't think that third degree burns go hand in hand with their coffee -- it's ready for drinking the moment you receive your order. Let's not forget about the food, which is also delicious. it's clear I have nothing bad to say about this establishment.
Some of the staff remembers your order to a tee and all of them are always very courteous. The prices are reasonable and the location is great, tucked away in Highland Park. -
Review from Stephania R.
Los Angeles, CA
10/13/2010
Reasons:
1. LOCATION and setting: Highland Park is simply lovely - makes you feel as if you are in a small English town, where time has stood still. The art and small tables inside and outside are charming.
2. Socially Responsible:Fair trade and international array of coffee.
3. Fresh Meat: Local pasture raised meat/ local produce in their tasty panini's.
4. Nice crowd and staff. -
Review from Holly G.
Fayetteville, NC
8/23/2010
Some of the best coffee in Pittsburgh (and some have argued that it is in fact -the- best). Really warm, rich blends. I'm not an espresso drinker, but I've heard great things about theirs. The tea menu is extensive and has a lot of variety, so it's a great place for non-coffee-drinkers, too. It has a relaxed atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating. I've done it all here-- from writing and filing an article when the newsroom was too loud to meeting a blind date. It's a good place to linger and savor. Its proximity to the park is a big advantage.
Only qualm is that they often don't have decaf when I'm there, so I can't partake in the coffee-drinking without my nerves physically vibrating with overstimulation. -
Review from Andy P.
5/26/2008
On my recent road trip from Dallas to New Haven, CT, Randy S. and I stopped in Pittsburgh to revel in its charms. This, I must add, was in opposition to his mother's strong protests to the effect of, "There's nothing *in* Pittsburgh, why would anyone go there?"
Tazza D'oro is the answer to that question. Especially if you like coffee. This is easily one of the best coffee shops east of the Mississippi, and I've been to a lot of them. So, what's so good about it?
Let's go in order of importance:
Coffee - It is really, really good. They use Batdorf and Bronson beans, where an ex-gf of mine used to work in Olympia. Believe me when I tell you that B&B is good. It's not amazingly great, but it's very solid and they take roasting seriously. When I go to a new coffee place I suspect might be good I always get a latte. Why? This one has a high upside if done well and the lowest downside (lots of milk) if done poorly. I got a latte. They have a few sizes, 12oz was the first one I got. It was fantastic. They did a nice little rosetta in it too (look up latte art on google if you have no idea what this is). The baristo really knew what he was doing and pulled a some good shots with excellent crema.
The coffee was so good (coffee is supposed to taste bold, smooth and rich, which it almost never does and this place had it down) I had to go back for an 8oz, which is another level of trust. It has the same amount of coffee but less milk to hide poor coffee quality. It was always superior.
This is a coffee place that is truly top notch based on the coffee alone, but there was more.
Pastries - They all looked amazing. I had a plain donut while I waited in line. Normally I don't eat plain donuts, because life is too short for plain donuts, but it was really, very good. Everyone was commenting on how nice the pastries were.
Atmosphere - This place has it exactly right. It's a mom & pop feel, nothing forced. Some tables, outdoor seating, maybe some local art, but not in a goofy sort of way. Very friendly employees. Just a complete home run.
Obviously I loved it. Behind me in line for my re-up, I heard a girl behind me in line complain, "we could just go to Starbucks, it's cheaper!" then proceeded to order with sugar free syrups and skim milk. That's fine. Everyone has to do what they like... and with the proliferation of bad coffee (Starbucks only being guilty of mediocre, though a little bit interesting coffee) over the past 10 years, I don't blame people for being set that way. But the beautiful thing about Tazza D'Oro (cup of gold in Italian) is that--if you let it--it will remind you that you don't need to make your coffee up like a drag queen on Halloween.
Tazza D'Oro stands as a reminder that coffee can be enjoyed in all its naked glory in an awesome setting on a beautiful street and give you a good f'ing reason to go to Pittsburgh.Listed in: Road Trip!
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Review from Alicia G.
1/28/2010 4 photos
I loved Enrico's - talented, friendly baristas and excellent coffee.
Prior to my 3-day visit to Pittsburgh, I did a few searches to find some places to check out. This place soared to the top of my list and I'm so glad my friends were able to accommodate my wish to spend a little time here to enjoy the coffee.
We arrived late afternoon and were able to snag a table in the front area by the side bench. Our group of 4 had a hot chocolate (http://www.yelp.com/bi...), 2 small lattes (http://www.yelp.com/bi...) and 1 medium latte (http://www.yelp.com/bi...) (me). I also had a raspberry truffle biscotti (http://www.yelp.com/bi...). The latte was delicious. Carefully poured, the swirled milk and espresso combination was divine. Oh and the biscotti cookie? One of the best biscotti cookies I've ever had. It wasn't too crunchy actually but the raspberries in the cookie really shone throughout which I loved.
The place was filled with other patrons on laptops using wifi so I would imagine this is a great place to get some work done.
If I lived in Pittsburgh, I'd make a point to come here often. Since I don't, I will just make a stop at Enrico's a must-do whenever I'm in town.Listed in: Coffee..., It's the PITTs!
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Review from jess t.
Olympia, WA
9/14/2008
This is one of my two favorite coffeehouses in town. It took me far too long to come around and love Tazza D'oro. A horrible ex of mine loved this place and I admit that this soured me. I regret the time I wasted not going here. The dark wood inside comforts me. The small tables outside are a great place to spend the summer.
Tazza D'Oro brews Batdorf and Bronson beans (amazing), provides Enrico pastries (amazing) free wireless (amazing) and one of the most talented and friendly staffs I've ever met (amazing). Everyone who works there is *so* nice and *so* good at what they do.
They have a small menu of local/fresh food that looks amazing, but I have never actually eaten it. The espresso served here is actually better than the average shot served at Batdorf and Bronson locations in Olympia, WA. I talked about this with one of the barristas at TD'o and they were offended - "we calibrate our machines the same, we use the same beans, the exact same blends and milks and everything, it can't be different." Sorry, Tazza D'oro, you are better.
The lines get long on weekend mornings, but they move quickly. There's a sense of community nestled here, just off the "main drag" of Highland Park, between Bryant st. and the reservoir. This is where you can pick up your CSA shipment for the week, where multiple weekly bike rides originate, where there are lively discussion groups meeting nearly every day. The percentage of students is low. Like the rest of Pittsburgh, there's a good chance you'll run into someone you know, but generally I see people I like and miss, which is different than the norm in Pittsburgh for me. -
Review from Sean P.
Fredericksburg, VA
1/31/2011
I've read countless 5-star reviews of this coffee shop and I'm sorry, but I don't wholly agree with, well, everyone else; so, here's my slightly alternative take on the cafe. I'm aware, like many reviewers on this site, that not every place is aiming for me as the target customer; but even still, there's no way this is a five star coffee shop. Yes, the coffee is good and if I happen to be lost in highland park someday on foot, I'm sure I'd stop in to get it again. But the place itself was a turn off, despite the interesting people that it attracts. Glossy refinished exposed wood beams, fake grape vines over the windows, and odd light fixtures create a tacky atmosphere I can't overlook or sit in. I think this is a great coffee shop if you happen to own a house in highland park, but for me it's going to be voluto or espresso a mano from now on - it's just not worth the drive.
Listed in: Enjoy coffee?
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Review from Jenn P.
Philadelphia, PA
6/8/2011
This is where I learned what good espresso tastes like. If you make it to Highland Park, stop there and get some great neighborhood atmosphere.
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Review from claire d.
Brooklyn, NY
11/24/2007
This is, by far, one of my favorite places in Pittsburgh. Not only is the staff very very sweet, but they make beautiful, strong soy lattes with art on top (the only beautiful, strong soy lattes with art on top I've been able to find in Pittsburgh!).
Tazza D'oro is friendly to bicyclists and also makes soup and sandwiches. I had a veganized portobello and red pepper sandwich there the other afternoon, which came with a side salad. It was good, but really, go here for the coffee! -
Review from Mandy P.
2/13/2011
I tell everyone about this Highland Park gem my friend introduced me to. People who come here appreciate expertly steamed milk and delicious breakfast/lunch options. In this quaint shop gone are the days of the mass-produced lattes and microwaved sandwiches. Every time I visit Pittsburgh, I make sure this place is in my schedule somewhere. Love it.
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Review from Randy S.
Los Angeles, CA
5/31/2008
Stopped in for some coffee with Andy P. during our road trip from Dallas to Connecticut.
Andy had been trying to teach me about coffee for much of the trip, and this place served to be the ultimate field trip.
Everything Andy said is right - amazing stuff! Get a latte, even if it means spending the rest of the day on the can.
Ambiance: 22/25 stars
Food: 25/25 stars
Service: 20/25 stars
Bathroom: didn't use it
Probability of going back: 100% (we will meet again!)Listed in: Road Trip: Dallas to…
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Review from Eric L.
Cambridge, MA
8/26/2009
Some of the best coffee I've ever had. Ever.
Stick with an Italian Cappuccino and bring a good friend for some good conversation. -
Review from Lindsay P.
Pittsburgh, PA
10/13/2008 1 photo
Do you see how all of the other reviews give this place 5 stars - this place is way more than a 5 star coffee shop. I am giving all 5 stars to this delightful coffee shop because it is the perfect community coffee shop. I am slightly saddened that they took out the 2 overstuffed chairs, but they need more tables because people like to come here and people hanging out in their community is a good thing. It is 11:30 on a Monday morning and the place is almost full - there are always people coming going, getting coffee.
It is a great place to sit and read the paper or to pick up some coffee on your way to some place else.
Enrico's also has become a hub for other community activities - there a a couple of weekly bike groups that meet here.
Other reasons to love this place (I know some of the other reviews highlighted these but I thought they were worth repeating).
- free wifi
- outside tables
- tasty treats
- they have a blog!
- really great coffee
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Review from Erina B.
Pittsburgh, PA
9/26/2010
Five stars because:
1. Fair trade coffee, thank you, thank you!
2. Local pasture raised meat/ local produce in their tasty paninis.
3. Outdoor seating and cozy tables inside, can't go wrong.
4. Service. Nice folks working there :)
5. Highland Park is such a sweet place to take a walk. Love making the reservoir loop before heading out of the neighborhood. -
Review from Stephen N.
9/5/2010
The epitome of 4 stars: Excellent without being perfect. Tucked away in the middle of a charming old residential neighbourhood, you'll likely miss it the first drive by. Turning around is worth it.
Yes the staff tends to be the typical hipster, bike-riding sort that so commonly seems to staff indie coffee shops, but they're friendly and unpretentious, so don't hold it against them. The patrons are almost exclusively college students (anyone else tends to drive by and take their coffee to go), though hipsters are actually in the minority here. Anyone under the age of 25 will fit in perfectly, and no one 35 and under will feel uncomfortable.
The noise level is perfect. Most students are on their laptops with headphones, a few are chatting quietly, and the background (indie) music is just that. You don't need headphones to concentrate here.
Decor is decent without being great. The ceiling is crossed by beautiful wooden beams, and the floor is a pleasantly bland creamy ceramic tile. So is the wallpaper, though the original modern paintings tend to help make things interesting. Where it loses points is in the furnishings: the mixture of wall lamps, hanging fixtures, and pot lights doesn't work well, the serving bar itself is an ugly cheap laminate, and the touches of plastic greenery dribbled around the place fails misserably.
Iced water is provided, which is decent (plastic cups are a minus), but inferior to the mineral water other places serve. We tried their richly brewed Ethiopian to rave reviews, with the party split on whether the thick ceramic mug was a plus (hefty and warming) or minus (hard to drink from). Truly fantastic coffee, but the lattes were rather disappointing: Beautifully steamed milk in every cup, but a rather bland espresso shot left the latte rather lacking in the nuanced flavour one finds in a 5 star establishment. The medium latte (12oz, with 2 shots of espresso -- the steongest ratio they offer) should have been far better.
The food looked worth having, but we'd just eaten. Homemade pastries and fresh sandwiches looked tempting, and we certainly will come hungrier next time.
A solid four stars, held back a bit by decor and a lot by espresso. -
Review from Soly Z.
Rochester, MN
11/22/2010
I was a little apprehensive & had my reservations about the place when I walked in. This is only due to the fact that all of the patrons were either douchebags / bitches doing their homework/studying/being a hipster, or parents with ugly screaming kids. I rarely get pissed at screaming kids, but I have come to learn that it's because most kids are cute. The ones at the cafe on Sunday were fugnation citizens. The douchey hipster bitches irritated me because they each took up an entire table (reserved for 2 or 4 patrons), and then proceeded to scowl and dart death stares at everyone else who was trying to talk or eat or make noise. LISTEN UP ASSHOLES, IT'S NOT A LIBRARY, SO DON'T GET PISSED WHEN THERE ARE NORMAL SOCIAL NOISES COMING FROM A PUBLIC CAFE. Besides, you are going to fail your exam/write something dumb on your macbook pro anyway, so either put your intellectual props away, or stop being an ass.
Ok, moving on. The cafe was easy to find, lots of parking along the street, and the location is great. The people who worked there were awesome. So kind, patient, and genuinely happy to be working there. The baked goods were phenomenal, and they are all made on site or locally. There were SO many to choose from! The artichoke pesto panini was delicious (just not hot; it actually got cold before I got half way through the first half of the sandwich), and the cappuccino was perfect. The ratio of coffee to milk & foam was exactly spot on.
I did end up eating as fast as I could and leaving because of the screaming kids and jerkface factor, but I would definitely visit the place again and get some coffee and make small talk with the baristas. -
Review from Dean J.
Pittsburgh, PA
12/3/2008
Best independent coffeeshop I've ever had the pleasure to visit.
Best americano I've ever had. Some of the best espresso I've ever had. Great desserts, pastries, and cookies. Good food. The employees are awesome.
The owner apparently put the shop there because their neighborhood didn't previously have anything like it. The shop is also all about bicycling as transportation, sponsoring regular group rides around town, and also group walks for those not bicycle-inclined. -
Review from Heidi S.
Updated - 7/31/2011
I think the lattes have improved since my last review and their soy cappuccinos are the best I've ever had, in fact, I never even cared for them until trying Tazza D'oro's. I still hold their teas in high regard. However, the food here sucks. They've always had a limited sandwich menu, but at some point even that has been reduced to three choices. I am a sucker for a good veggie sandwich, especially in combination with caffeine. Even though Enrico's is an easy walk from my home, I find myself either walking further or driving elsewhere for the caffeinated lunch experience. I guess they are trying to keep focus on the brews, but I don't think it's that hard to do both; I mean the staff seems highly competent, they have a kitchen and sandwiches are pretty simple recipes to follow and learn. With a new lunch joint in the 'hood (Park Bruges), why not expand lunch options rather than downgrade to the point of forfeiting without even the slightest struggle?
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Review from Jonathan E.
West Chester, OH
1/1/2011 1 Check-in Here
one of the best espresso bars i've been to.
+1 for great espresso. i had a shot of ethiopian espresso. fantastic! grabbed a costa rican pour-over on my way out ... perhaps one of the best cups of coffee i've ever had.
+1 for baristas who pay great attention to detail
+1 for great atmosphere. the ceiling is tastefully ornate, and the decor is pleasing. hearty wood furniture used throughout.
+0 for having a location a bit far from downtown.
a favorite for locals and not-so-locals alike.
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Review from Shari P.
Pittsburgh, PA
8/2/2010
I would never have found this place if it wasn't for yelp. It is somewhat hidden among lots of houses and residential buildings. I ordered a latte and blueberry scone, both were great! I wanted to order food but I was told that they do not serve food (even breakfast) until 11 a.m. I would go back if i am in the area.
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Review from Tanachat N.
Pittsburgh, PA
10/18/2010
Best coffee I had in Pittsburgh. Their Italian Cappuccino is pretty addictive.
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Review from Jui-Yü C.
Pittsburgh, PA
Updated - 10/7/2010 2 photos
Just realized that no one mentioned about their chai latte yet. They make their chai from scratch. The best chai I have ever had outside of my indian co-worker's kitchen. The only thing is, since they premade a whole pot, there's no way you can get a cup of skim chai...
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Review from Jason Z.
Pittsburgh, PA
11/7/2009
This is some of the best coffee I've ever had. I've been looking for a local coffee shop that made good coffee and didn't have irritating quirks in their service (I've run into a cash-only, lame hours shop and a we-don't-have-an-espresso-machine shop, which are useless to me.)
The pastry I had was good, though a bit overpriced at ~$3. The mocha I had was absolutely amazing, though their largest size is only 16 oz, which is an adjustment if you're expecting the larger sizes some other coffee shops produce. -
Review from Joseph S.
Morgantown, WV
12/10/2010
The coffee here is amazing (I love when the baristas take the effort to make patterns in the foam). The baristas were extremely friendly and the pastries looked delicious. While there are a number of tables, Enrico's was busy even on a Friday night...I would imagine that it would be hard to find a table during peak hours.
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Review from Justin C.
Pittsburgh, PA
7/18/2010
One of the best cups of coffee in pgh. Great atmosphere for working, studying or a meeting. Very neighborly feeling.
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Review from Ryan P.
Yes! Awesome soy cap, scone, and atmosphere. Nice place to hang out & read, and free WiFi with no login procedure.
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Review from ally r.
Pittsburgh, PA
8/31/2008
This place is nestled in a nice location next to the city water reservoir and highland park, making it a great place to grab a coffee if you are out for a morning walk. It offers a clean and casual interior and draws a more eclectic crowd than most cafes- leans a bit towards the business casual crowd. Still ha that neighborhood feel though. I have never had food there though they offer paninis. Great desserts. Good espressos and okay coffee.Outdoor seating. Good place to study. Plenty of laptop outlets and free wireless.
