The Blend (Old Northeast) Coffee & Cocktails — Restaurant in Saint Petersburg

A Harmonious Blend of Flavor, Service, Ambiance, and Productivity at The Blend! Nestled on 4th Street North in St. Petersburg, Florida, The Blend has mastered the art of creating a truly exceptional coffee shop experience. From the moment you step foot inside, you are greeted by an atmosphere that exudes warmth and friendliness. The Blend has become my go-to coffee spot, not only for its amazing coffee, but also for its inviting environment that doubles as a perfect workspace.

One of the standout features of The Blend is undoubtedly its amazingly friendly staff. Every time I visit, I'm welcomed with genuine smiles and cheerful greetings. The baristas here possess a true passion for their craft, and their enthusiasm is contagious. They are always ready to engage in delightful conversations, recommend their latest concoctions, or simply brighten your day with their positive energy. The exceptional service provided by the staff truly sets The Blend apart from the rest.

Now, let's talk about the star of the show: the coffee itself. The Blend's menu boasts an impressive array of creative coffee drinks that cater to all taste preferences. Whether you're a fan of classic espresso or crave something more adventurous like their signature "Flight of Coffees" their skilled baristas can whip up the perfect cup for you. From expertly crafted lattes and velvety cappuccinos, refreshing iced coffees and flavorful pour-overs to their selection of local beers every sip is a symphony of flavor.

But The Blend is more than just great coffee and a friendly atmosphere. It's also a haven for productivity. As someone who often works remotely, The Blend has become my sanctuary for focused work sessions. The spacious and comfortable seating areas, combined with the calming ambiance and a well-thought-out layout, create an ideal environment for getting work done. The ample natural light that streams in through the large windows adds an energizing touch, while the upbeat downtempo music playlist provides a backdrop of inspiration. I appreciate the availability of power outlets and the reliable Wi-Fi that ensures uninterrupted productivity. The Blend truly understands the needs of remote workers and offers a haven where creativity and concentration can flourish.

Of course, it wouldn't be fair to discuss The Blend without mentioning its delectable breakfast options. Their breakfast menu offers a variety of mouthwatering choices to fuel my mornings. Whether you're in the mood for a pastry, burrito or croissant sandwich The Blend has you covered.

In conclusion, The Blend has become a cherished ritual, and I wholeheartedly recommend this gem to anyone seeking an outstanding coffee experience and a productive workspace...

Looking for the famed coffee flights to try out? Look no further! The Blend flies high serving coffee and red bull shot flights that will have you soaring above the clouds with them.

So yeah, that was a bit dramatic but they do have flights to try and they’re the most fun. There’s a couple variations of a coffee flight you can get- they have the standard plain flight with a latte, macchiato and such, a flavored flight that we tried with salted caramel and a few others, and then there was a seasonal special when we went as well. They also had a spritzer type flight that was a fruity red bull mix, so we decided to go for that one as well.

I love having flights because you get to taste test multiple different things rather than being restricted to one or two. These flights were served in relatively smaller cups as well, and I thought that was good. That way we didn’t get too full trying to finish them. And two flights is perfect to split between 2 people.

There were some flavors we really liked, and some we’d probably skip next time. Salted caramel and hazelnut were our picks of the flavored coffees. As for the spritzers, the only one I didn’t enjoy as much was the coconut one, but it was pretty bland on flavor.

I guess they do also serve wine, as it is a “coffee and wine bar”. Though we definitely didn’t come at a wine time- for us at least. Maybe some like morning cabernet? Props if you do. I really loved the vibe here though. It’s very hip but lowkey, and would be a bomb place to sit and do work or homework. Make sure you check out the...

After reading reviews about the Blend being noisy, not having great drinks, and being unclean I was actually pleasantly surprised. Came in on a busy Sunday. The staff was nice. We ordered a flight of coffee, a Turkey sausage sandwich, and a crumb cake. Everything came out in 5 minutes or less. The food wasn’t anything amazing. Typical coffee shop fare. But the flight of regular espresso drinks was delicious. Neither my wife nor I like sweet drinks and the flight had two unsweetened drinks (cold brew, and iced latte) both of which were very good. And then 2 sweet drinks: a caramel macchiato, and a white chocolate mocha type drink. These were sweet but well balanced. We finished the entire flight and it felt like just the right amount of coffee drinks for two people to share.

As far as ambiance…it’s very modern and stylish. There is a variety of tables, couches, a bar, and bar stool type seating looking out the windows. The couches were taken but we sat by the window in comfy chairs. There were a lot of people but wasn’t noisy as others have described. I actually would say the opposite / that it was generally quiet for so many people and such a large space. We also got parking upfront and there were still 3-4 other spots in the parking lot.

As far as cleanliness, overall the place was clean. There were a few crumbs on some tables but didn’t see the dirty tables that I read about in some other reviews.

We had a good time and will definitely be back to try some...