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218 Oakfield Dr

Brandon , FL 33511



(813) 409-3730

This little hidden gem across the street from the Brandon Hospital was quite the surprise. My wife and I along with another couple stopped in about 5:00 PM Saturday and were greeted very warmly by the owner Vanessa. The coffees both cold and hot were perfect and the chocolate muffin was decadently tasty. The price and service are both outstanding. It is a small place, but it is what you would expect from a local coffee shop. If you are tired of the Starbucks prices and the campers taking up all the seat for hours at a time, then this is the place to stop by for a great coffee or tea and a snack.

We have very few Mom & Pop coffee houses in our immediate neighborhood, so this was a welcome new business to find in the town of Brandon. It's located directly across the street from Brandon Regional Hospital. I thoroughly enjoyed the Chai Tea Latte and Chocolate Croissant, and Jessica T had an Iced Chai and a Chocolate Muffin. The Chocolate Croissant was flaky and filled with semi-sweet chocolate, which made it decadent. The Chocolate Muffin was made in-house, and I had a taste of it. It was like a rich, moist cake that had been baked with love. I also purchased some Metropolis "La Cordillera" whole coffee beans. The light-medium roast has notes of milk chocolate, graham cracker and pecans. It is lovely and enveloping like arms hugging you. I like to grind my own beans as I use them for the most potent flavor. The space is drenched in warm hues of yellow and decorated with touches of modern decor. There is a single table seating just outside the door. Customer service is on point and the young owner, coming from working as a barista in several coffee shops, has a broad knowledge of what works and what needs to be done to succeed. I wish her well in her endeavor. We will definitely be back soon! 38/100

This coffee shop is located in a strip mall that has white and black lettering with their name on it. It is located on Oakfield Drive and Moon Ave across from Brandon Regional Hospital Emergency Room. ........................................................... THE CUSTOMER SERVICE ~~~~~~~~ The owner is very nice and let us know a little bit about the place. She is cheerful and friendly and a good conversationalist I liked talking with her. I can tell she has a lot of coffee knowledge. She welcomed us in and served us up fast. ~~~~~~~~~~ THE INSIDE ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The inside has a modern feel with wooden floors and a dark interior. There are places to sit but there is a minimum. It is a small store. The walls are painted yellow with a little bit of decor on them. It is chill and calm inside. THE CHAI CARAMEL ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I ordered a medium and should've gotten a small. I couldn't finish it. I asked for a Chai Caramel. I love almond milk and switch back and forth with soy milk. I have them blend caramel syrup inside. THE CHOCOLATE MUFFIN ~~~~~~~~~~ This muffin tasted like a chocolate cake that had been baking all day. I like the fudge like texture inside. The top of it was nice and crisp and it was wrapped in a tulip wrapper. These pastries are baked on site by the owner. I ended up bringing the rest of mine home. It was rich and decadent. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THE CINNAMON APPLE MUFFIN ~~~~~ I thought this was really nice. I liked the texture and moisture of the muffin. It's not like a fruit cake where there are chunks of fruit inside but it has a smooth inside with pops of apple and cinnamon flavors and sprinkled with a little sugar on top that added a nice crunch factor. ................................................................. SEE YOU SOON!

A small quiet little coffee spot in a plaza dominated by health related businesses. When I first pulled up I couldn't really spot it among all the medical equipment stores. It's right across from the hospital, next to a scrubs shop. I was the only one there when I walked in. The hideout seems like the perfect name, I can imagine it provides a little break from the hustle and bustle of the hospital scene. There's a living room like area for lounging, two small tables and a counter you can sit at. It's small but with a cozy and laid back feel. There was a cute tea display, they all sounded delicious but I needed energy. I went for the Grumpy Joe, which is a brewed coffee with added espresso. When I was done, I was grumpy no more. As a matter of fact I was up way past my bedtime that night. What I had wasn't a specialty coffee BUT it's the kind of coffee that's roasted correctly and that I find myself craving during the week. The barista recommended the frozen coffees, ill try those next! A great addition to a part of Brandon that's lacking in coffee spots.

Amazing is an understatement! Vanessa is so sweet, great personality. I tried the Chia Latte and it was delicious along with the lemon poppyseed muffin. Because I'm a sucker for croissants I also tried the spinach and cheese turnover and it was buttery perfection. I love supporting small businesses and I'm so happy to have this gem in Brandon.

Quaint little laid back coffee shop with everything from brewed coffee, lattes, cappuccino, and french pressed coffees. Chocolate muffin and coffee were excellent. For those familiar with The Revolution Ice Cream Co., it is a similar style and size shop.

This coffee shop is awesome! It's in the old strip plaza on the intersection of Oakfield Drive and Moon Avenue next to the Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy. Unfortunately, it's very easy to miss because the signage doesn't exactly stand out from the rest of the storefronts. However, I can see this place being very popular since it's across from the Brandon Regional Hospital. They have comfortable cushioned seating (sofa & chairs), a couple of tables, and a sit down bar with stools at the front of the shop. There's plenty of seating for anyone who wants to have coffee in a very relaxed atmosphere. I've visited twice since they've opened. The service has been exceptional & friendly each time. I absolutely love their coffee. They get their fresh roasted coffee from the Metropolis Coffee Company in Chicago. The flavor is way better than any of your typical coffee chains. There's nothing bitter in this brew. I'm now addicted to their frozen & iced latte. Both of these drinks can be made with different flavors. I had the white mocha and it was delicious. I've also had a couple of their muffins (banana nut and maui). I'm not sure if they make their own muffins, but they appear to be homemade. They also have a case on the back counter full of mini empanadas. I almost missed them because they're kind of hidden. These were also very yummy. I had the ones stuffed with meat, but they also have empanadas with ham & cheese. The flavors were very authentic. The only negative (and it's not a huge issue) is that the filling was a little (just a tad) too salty. My mother (a native Puerto Rican) mentioned that after tasting it. Other than that, she thought it was very tasty. She just didn't think it needed all that salt because the flavors were all there. This is now my new favorite coffee spot. It's on my way home from work (just a slight detour), which is great. I'll be going more often to get my coffee fix, and to try other muffin & empanada flavors.

We came by after the Y for a quick coffee and treat. Very small and modest coffee shop. The Maui muffin was still warm and very delicious. The chocolate croissant was very good also, nice to have eggless option for my daughter. I had a cold brew, ok will try something different next time. My daughter had mango smoothie also very good. Door was propped open so a little warm for this new Floridian. Would do 3 1/2 stars.

New coffee shop across the street from Brandon hospital. Cute little place with good coffee. We had the caramel latte with a white mocha expresso.

I got a frozen coffee, same size as a grande one at Starbucks. Price racked up to $5. Starbucks was more affordable in this situation. Also I could taste the grains of sugar and I wasn't such a fan of that. Using liquid sugar would've definitely been a better option. Also the music was pretty terrible, I was honestly laughing a bit. They played some old songs I used to hear on the Disney Channel. Though it was heartwarming to hear those very annoying tunes, I would've rather heard some soft tunes like I do at other coffee houses. They also only have the option of medium or large cold drinks, would've loved a smaller option. I still love the fact that this small business is really taking off, but I will not return.

Just stopped here for the first time. It's located across the street from BRH. Meet the owner- professional and sweet! I got the iced coffee with coconut milk and added a little sweetener. Also got a Maui muffin, I'm a coconut lover. Coffee and muffin were great. Parking is very available. Store is clean and was playing great music on the sonos- gotta love the sounds off a quality speaker. This little place proves that attention to detail matters! Definitely worth a visit!

What A cute little place! There is not enough coffee places around Brandon and I am so excited and hope this place days. I have been there twice to order their coconut flavored latte and I love it. I'm always served fast and with friendly service. They also serve some muffins & other homemade munchies.

Super cute and convenient place to get coffee. The staff was friendly and helpful. Price and taste were great too!! Definitely will be back!! Love the atmosphere and food is really yummy. My daughter loved the muffin we got. To top it all off the owners are really cool and down to earth.

Very cozy and personable with a trendy feel! I told the owner who was behind the counter the flavor I was wanting in my coffee and she made me an iced, mocha latte and it was some of the best coffee I have ever had! I am a coffee addict and I frequent several different coffee shops around the greater Tampa area and this is one of the best! Highly recommended!!

Loved this little gem in Brandon! The barista/owner was super sweet too! Cafe au lait was amazing as well. Will be back!

Not your typical coffee place, the couple who runs the place is very friendly and nice it has a great ambiance and relaxing atmosphere. Aside from it's aesthetic the food and coffee is amazing and very conveniently located as well. You can tell the food is home made and the coffee will brighten your day up almost guaranteed. Highly recommend checking out the place.

Stopped in for an almond milk latte and chocolate croissant. Both were delicious and Super friendly customer service.

So happy to have an independent coffee shop in Brandon. Even happier that it's SO GOOD! Great coffee, great baked goods, great service. What more could you ask for?

What a cute and hidden gem of the area! I'm sure the shop will only get more popular as time goes by. The lattes were delicious and strong, the aesthetic was simple and very "in," and the owner was very nice and welcoming. I felt compelled to leave my first yelp review ever for this adorable and impressive cafe. Be sure not to overlook, whether you're local or just passing through.