Bean to cup Bucharest
Friendly neighborhood coffee shop
It's all about hospitality in this not-so-small-anymore shop! Situated near Parcul Circului and at the starting point of Bucharest's most flourishing area (the northern area), in less than a year, this place has become a meeting point for social gatherings, a quiet corner for those who like to enjoy a good read with their coffee, pet owners, and even foodies. The coffee shop selects its clients to create a comfortable experience.
After 13+ years in the hospitality business, the owner can tell what kind of a coffee drinker you are at first sight and also advise you in any way you need. To get the best taste and aroma of their coffee, they recommend that you try the double espresso.
If you're a foodie you have to try their pistachio or cheesecake croissant (best in Bucharest in my opinion) and pretty much every dessert/snack they have. These are brought fresh every morning from a select bakery and just fly off the shelves so be sure you come early or talk to them in advance. During summer they also sell "all-natural, fresh, and tasty" gelato from Vice Cream.
Now, the place has expanded from just a small coffee shop to an all-day breakfast place (from 08:00 to 17:00) and a bakery. All their signature dishes are AMAZING (poke avocado croissant, salad of the gods, etc.), and the cocktails they make here are top-level!
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