Buddy Brew Coffee

To be fair I'm rating five stars because I haven't actually been inside Buddy Brew, but I'd like to share my experience with a bag of their Holiday Blend that I picked up at Publix. Whole Bean, it was brewed just under a month ago, and I'm using a pour over method. Disclaimer, I've become a bit spoiled on a local roastery that's turning out some of the most exotic specialty coffees you might ever find. They were closed around the holidays and I had to resort to a store brand, but lucky me to have Buddy Brew, a local roaster, selling in stores! I will say that this is definitely the best store-bought coffee I've ever had. Also better than anything you'll ever taste at 'bucks or Dunkin. That said, this particular roast is so-far... uninspiring. It's very smooth, like silky smooth, and easy to drink, but the flavor is hardly there. It reminds me of when you're visiting Aunt Mary and she makes her brew so weak, you need a whole pot to feel any kick at all. Granted, it always takes a few cups to dial in a new bean. I'm only on cup two. With any different coffee though, you shouldn't have to veer "too far" from your usual brewing technique. But don't let me discourage you, they're definitely better than what you're drinking on your way to work lol. This is good coffee, and it's not just "burnt" over-roasted mass produce like what you get with large chains. No doubt, they know what they're doing. I think I need to take a trip over the bridge and get a fresh cup to really experience what they have to offer. For this particular bag, I'd give four stars.

Nice spot in Hyde park to get coffee and hangout. I got the affogato and it was actually pretty good. Service was alright and atmosphere is inviting! Would definitely come back!

I didn't get a snap of my drink but it was yummy! I just got a tea so it was something simple but it was perfect and hit the spot. Staff at the register was friendly and my drink was up quick!

I had one of their seasonal drinks, it was sooo good! This is my favorite place to visit when visiting Tampa. Their coffee is amazing as well.

The coffee was so strong and delicious. Woke me right up after my flight. We wanted to get a quick breakfast but they were out of most of the sandwiches and we were there around 11. What we did end up ordering was the turkey bec and avocado toast with a poached egg. There is outdoor seating, which is lovely on a warm day. And the inside of this place is super cute with WiFi so quite a few business meetings going on. I'll definitely be back while I'm in Tampa.

I hope we just caught them on a bad day.. unfortunately seems like I paid $14 for milk.

Haven't eaten at Buddy Brew in awhile, and I'm so glad I did this morning! I had a work coffee meeting at the Kennedy location and needed some food too. I ordered the bacon biscuit and absolutely loved it! I didn't need the second half of the biscuit personally it was a lot, but what I did eat was delicious. Cheese, bacon, egg, and biscuit...what more could I ask for?! I was asked if I wanted chips or fruit and opted for fruit, but it was only a couple slices of oranges. Definitely expected a variety of fruit like a traditional fruit cup, but it was fine. My latte was good as well.

Stopped in here to get one of their teas and ordered a green mango tea but it tasted like black tea. I've had tons of green and black tea in my life and this tasted like flavorless black tea so kind of disappointed with that. My friend got an iced Americana and liked that though so coffee good, tea no

Good coffee but great customer service is key! Cannot believe the way this place operates.

Friendly staff, good coffee & food, ambiance is cute and local. Perfect for working remote or catching a quick bite.