Bean & Barley — Restaurant in Cincinnati

Inviting atmosphere with great coffee and even better service.

I Stumbled upon this cafe on google and learned that it is one of the few coffee shops that are open late into the evening. As soon as i walked in, i noticed that the pillows in top of the seating rows and the great cozy atmosphere that allows people to work while minding their business which is the perfect mix for a coffee spot!

They have a downstairs too and both floors have a patio area which I will try once the weather gets warmer. The downstairs is a more quiet environment but the main floor is filled with vibes and background conversations so it offers both ambiances that a cafe often calls for.

The selection of wine has depth which makes it a good spot to hangout even after the coffee hours are gone.

As a latino, i loved seeing the empanadas on their menu which is a great snack or meal and goes well with coffee.

I ordered the usual, dark toast drip coffee, yet again and the flavor was a bit on the robust side with a hint of bitterness but delicious nonetheless. I had more than three refills of it and was more awake than a meth head at 3 pm in the afternoon!

The barista was so sweet and was more than happy to take care of my refills every time i stepped up to the bar!

Will come back to try...

Things that I like: coffee and beer. A place where I can get both (simultaneously, if I so chose even): Bean & Barley. Nice pastry selection too!

This is a pretty new place in O'bryonsville, and I somehow seem to find myself there 2-7 times per week. Nice, comfortable space, with a downstairs and patio out back-- it can get a little loud when its crowded, so beware. Dogs are cool too, but its a tight space, so maybe don't bring your 250 lb excitable and loud bear-dog. There are about 20 regional / local beers on tap ($6 / pint) and a handful of wine and ciders from which to choose. Standard coffee fare-- their espresso is super on point (according to my mouth, anyway).

The folks who run the place are coffee and beer snobs, but in the best possible way--they explain what they have on tap / on brew in human language that is informative and helps you make choice for your tastes. Far from condescending, which can sometimes happen at some places. They're also talkative, friendly, and also don't seem to mind if you hang out there for a few hours and only buy a single coffee. Maybe don't be a mooch though and support a new,...

I really enjoy this coffee shop—the drinks are high quality, and when I visit earlier in the day, the specialty drinks are beautifully served in ceramic or porcelain cups. It makes the whole experience feel thoughtful and enjoyable.

That’s why I’ve been a little puzzled during my evening visits (after 6:00 pm). Even when I choose to stay in, the same specialty drinks are served in plastic to-go cups. The presentation and even the taste feel quite different in plastic—there’s no visible foam, the drink cools faster, and it just doesn’t feel as special.

I’m not sure if this is a store policy or something related to the evening shift, but it hasn’t been explained, and I’d genuinely love to understand the reason. I know there’s strong competition out there—including other cafés or even well-designed canned drinks from grocery stores—so those little details really do matter.

Sharing this out of curiosity and care, hoping it can help improve the experience for others who appreciate the full café ambiance, even in the...