4121 Main

4121 Main is not your average coffeeshop; I consider it as more of a coffeeshop/​florist/​bakery all combined into one adorable little location.
First of all, the atmosphere is out of this world. If my definitive ranking of coffee shops in Pittsburgh were based on atmosphere alone, 4121 Main would easily come in first place. The shop is gorgeous. From the intricate, original ceiling to the local artwork on the walls to the stunning floral arrangements, the owners of this shop really have something great going for them. There are plenty of local wares resting on hip plywood shelves for you to peruse even if coffee isn’t your jam. Everything here is so bright and happy. The shop is so aesthetically pleasing that I honestly just want to hang out here all day.
All of that being said, this is primarily a coffeeshop, so the flavor of the coffee is important to consider in the rating. I had a mocha here during my first visit which was not particularly memorable. It had a bite to it and lacked smoothness. The bakery items here are homemade and are quite original (check out 4121 Main’s Instagram to see a few of the treats). I had an apple nut muffin, which was pretty good and tasted very healthy but unfortunately was a tad bit dry for my liking. Overall I think the coffee/​bakery situation is lacking for me here… but I almost don’t even care because the shop is so beautiful and inviting. When I want a great cup of coffee I will go elsewhere, but when I want to spend time in a lovely place that will instantly put me in a positive mood, I will return to 4121 Main.

Darling idea, sweet guys.

Grabbed a Maple Lavender Latte from this place earlier today. Really tasty. The décor and atmosphere inside is really cool and they have a lot of local made items for sale.
I’ll definitely be back.

Coffee shop for yuppy douchebags. I’ve worked in specialty coffee for 5+ years and this shop is terrible. The product is average at best. You can dump all the money in the world into a coffee shop but you can’t buy heart. This shop is just a trendy knockoff. Fortunately Constellation Coffee is just across the street.

The ambience is interesting to say the least, but I can dig it. Hornets nests, local grown honey, and plywood shelving. Minimalism meets the great outdoors meets Bob Villa.
As for the coffee, I was there three times. Once for espresso, once for coffee, and once for a jar of local honey. Needless to say, the latter experience was the least painful.
The coffee is extremely acidic. After both experiences, I was extremely nauseous for the rest of the day. I’m no connoisseur, but my stomach is telling me that something is wrong.
If nothing else, it’s worth the experience of seeing a real life hornet’s nest up close. As for the drinks… bring Tums.

This little café is a relative newcomer to the Bloomfield scene, having opened only 7 months ago. I had to try their Afghani iced chai with soy, which was gently spiced, creamy perfection on a very hot day. The staff were very friendly and attentive, without being pushy. The store also has a well-​curated collection of chocolate, natural remedies, art and gifts. A perfect addition to Noveau Bloomfield, and a place we’ll certainly return for coffee.

This place needs attention. Lots of attention. Can someone please post this review in the newspaper? (Since everyone still reads newspapers.) Currently, on a search for Best Coffee Shops in Pittsburgh, it is listed as 46^th. It should be 1^st or 2^nd, but no, it’s 46^th, after places such as Crazy Mocha and Starbucks. No wonder I hadn’t heard of it before.
Hold on. Coffee shop? This is an art gallery. Art on the walls in the form of paintings and stuff. Beautiful green art growing in pots and vases. Art sitting on the shelf. Pottery art. Especially memorable was a V60 type cone dripper made out of pottery by Sarah Veak. A gorgeous piece of art on the bar that is called Spirit, by Kees Van Der Westen. Those are names that receive utmost respect in the espresso world. There was even a piece of art behind the bar. It was the operating the Spirit piece of art and producing lovely pieces of consumable art. Come to think of it, it did talk a little and answer my questions. I think that was actually just a regular human. He was calm and cool, just like art. Not real friendly but not unfriendly, just like art. Nick the Customer was really friendly but that has nothing to do with anything. And the barista managed to make me a tasty espresso using Guatemalan coffee from Heart roasters.
4121 Main. That is simply the address. Maybe that is why it is flying under the coffee radar. I guess they could have called it Mocha Joe’s Java House on Main or some sickening name like that. Then people would have known that they sold coffee. But in that case, they may as well name it Clueless Coffee or Coffee Amateurs. I wouldn’t go to a place with a name like that. I would however go to a place with a name like 4121 Main. Actually, brilliant naming system. It’s simple and functional. Just unlike art.

Great shop! Lovely thought out interior, friendly owner and beautiful espresso machine. Damn tasty drinks, and great plants. If I lived in town it would be my go to place.
The only shop I wanted to visit in Pittsburgh!

This unassuming coffee shop right by the Children’s Hospital is the perfect spot to stop by before work. The staff are very friendly. The interior makes me feel at home and I loved how they also sell flowers and décor items. The only downfall is that there is no free wifi. I’m definitely stopping by before my weekend shifts in the future.

First and foremost, having worked at many coffee shops over the years, I realize that lattes and coffee is an art. I’m by no means a snob, but it’s only to mean I can recognize good coffee and this place has it. I met the owner (one of them) and she seemed very nice and polite. The latte was smooth, with a velvety texture and a beautiful work of latte art. It’s great to see a good coffee shop in the area and so close to home!

I enjoyed my experience and look forward to going back. The atmosphere was inviting and quite beautiful. I bought a bouquet of flowers and had a pot of Earl Grey Tea. It was presented nicely. I was also happy that I could bring my 16 month old and let him walk around a bit without feeling like he was out of place. I enjoy following along on Instagram, as well. It feels very personal so it would be nice to know more about the owners since they show vacation pictures (which are really fun to see)!

I had been dying to try this place out for a while when I finally got the chance to visit. The décor was just as I had seen on Instagram. It was cute, quirky, and welcoming!
However, the service was not as I had experienced at the other coffee shops here in Pittsburgh. I didn’t feel very comfortable enjoying my latte while talking with my friend. The customer service just wasn’t very friendly. That being said, I definitely will be back because the coffee and flowers were amazing! I hope next time to feel more at ease.

They have my heart…
… Heart coffee that is! This place serves beans from Heart, a small and (in the coffee world) very well respected roaster based out in Portland. I can’t begin to describe how excited I was when I walked in and saw them carrying these beans! Look up all the accolades Heart has gotten, and you’ll understand.
Exceptional coffee, paired with a knowledgeable and skilled Barista, is really the selling point of this place. It’s small and charming, and more for meeting a friend for a chat than sitting down with a laptop and working. But mostly, you should come here if you’re looking for one of the best cups of coffee in the Burgh.