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Brew Urban Cafe
537 NW 1st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, United States
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Mi
Review №1

Very relaxing. There is a place where you can work on your computer, read and drink coffee.

Sa
Review №2

A really quirky bar and coffee shop. We came in for a late night cup of tea but plan to come back for one of the literary themed cocktails another time.The food menu also looks great.We cannot wait to return.

Co
Review №3

Awesome cafe in up and coming part of Fort Lauderdale! Very-very good design and ambiance.Good for a coffee date, remote work or a good book.Coffee is good too!The entrance is a bit “hidden”. Just look through the glass garage door, when you see wall with writings on it - you are in the right spot. Just walk in.Plenty of street parking is available.Great bathroom!

Ro
Review №4

This probably was a cool place before...But, not now. Everything is super dirty and the place looks like is falling apart. Dust everywhere. A girl asked me 4 times if I want my coffee hot it looks like either she was high or hang over. Coffee was bitter, most likely they dont clean their machines. She forgot the caramel which I mentioned and at noon there is no food left. The photos you see here is not what you will see when you come here. The idea with the books is great but everything is just so old but not antique. Dirty silverware...

Fr
Review №5

This spot has such a great vibe and a welcoming aesthetic, however the bar tender/barista was obviously having a rough day which showed in her attitude. The beer specials from 4-7pm during the week were not available. Overpriced and under-delivered. I REALLY wanted to give 5 stars but the employees attitude was just draining😩. Great wifi!

Ta
Review №6

Great ambiance and excellent coffee. Hidden gem in FLL. ☺️

As
Review №7

Came in for the first time a upbeat young lady Greeted me immediately her name is Amanda. this is on a Thursday night so I thought they’ll be too busy to get me drinks which I was thoroughly surprised I got my drinks and had a great conversation. I’ll be back for sure

Br
Review №8

Wow. What an amazing space. The books, the creative use of reclaimed architecture, an Airstream...wonderful. Had an iced house made chai latte and an orange clove latte, both were yummy and skillfully made. Wish I had time to sample more drinks! Next time I’m in town. Do yourself a favor, and stop in.

Ro
Review №9

Sneaky sneaky cool place for a coffee and to kick back. Make it part of your morning routine

Je
Review №10

Good coffee. Unfortunately the young lady that took my order was unpleasant. No hello. No smile. Annoyed responses. This should be corrected.

Iv
Review №11

Best place for a relax time, excelente coffee but specially they own CI studios, The company that produce some of the videos for black violin.As a small business owner this is a place that everybody has to support.

Or
Review №12

Great ambience. Lowkey cafe with lots of seating and a full production studio next door. Amanda was amazing and even offered a quick tour. Definitely booking the space soon.

Br
Review №13

I loved their coffee!Had the double espresso. Fruity taste and well made. Would come back more often if it weren’t so far from home.

Ro
Review №14

Excellent coffee, excellent service. Love the atmosphere

Fr
Review №15

Want to feel mistreated and depressed? Come here now!Dark, dirty, and horrible horrible service. Hours on Google maps were incorrect and the amazing employee came walking around with broom on hand reminding us they were closing. About four souls were there and we all looked at each other and talked about the hours being wrong and laughed.Been to funeral homes with better energy.Never... Ever againGo to Coffee House on 3rd Avenue and you wont be disappointed with either the service or the product.

Mi
Review №16

Very calm and relaxing spot. The ambiance of the place is very mello. Love to come here once in a while to have a cup of coffee. They have quite a selection and different styles of how they prepare

Tr
Review №17

So me and a friend were doing lighting for an event at this location, and man was I surprised. Such a cozy relaxed jazz bar coffee bar sort of vibe. The bartender was beyond awesome very respectful and awesome good sound system. Definitely a fort layderdale treasure top 5 places to visit.

Ja
Review №18

Good coffee spot to sit and read and catch up.

Fe
Review №19

Awesome place, perfect to study or have client meetings. Food is good, coffee is better!

Sa
Review №20

This place is very chill, has great vibes for studying. I got the brown sugar & almond latte is delicious.

Al
Review №21

Such a nice spot! The first time here, I read the reviews and the photos invite me to visit them.Once you open the door and walk through the hallway with photographs on the walls give me a great vibes. The bookshelves and decor are so different. I order a cappuccino and was delicious! I love this spot.

Da
Review №22

Unfortunately this place is not what it used to be anymore, I asked for a white mocha hot latte twice and was given a cold latte, when I asked for the hot latte, she gave me a hot latte without the white mocha, she said in order to add it she would also have to add a extra shot of espresso in it. I ordered 2 Blake’s dream and only after I paid I was told they are out of bacon (second time this happens), tables are al ways dirty and it takes forever for everything.

Ad
Review №23

We really wanted to like this place but they were so understaffed that it made the experience subpar. There were only 2 employees and they were both working very hard and doing their jobs very well but the management should really step their games up and help them so they arent swamped with orders. For $6 our coffees werent high quality, you couldnt taste the espresso at all, just way too milky. The food was average because the 2 people working had to rush. I wouldnt return.

Je
Review №24

My wife and I’ve been looking for a goto coffee shop for the longest, and it’s safe to say we found it.Went here for the first time to do some remote work and was not disappointed. From the service to the decor, it all around gives such an inviting and relaxing atmosphere. Perfect for a coffee date, studying, remote work, reading, etc. It truly is a hidden gem! 10/10 recommend ☺️

Ty
Review №25

A small cafe with a speak-easy type atmosphere, Brew Urban Cafe was an awesome place to stop for coffee, a bit to eat, and and then getting some work done. The staff was real friendly and more than willing to point you towards drinks youd enjoy. Whether youre a local or a newcomer, definitely stop in and check it out.

Ma
Review №26

Been going there since foreverLove the place ( picture from 2016 )

Co
Review №27

This is a gem of a coffee house! reasonable prices. It has an amazing courtyard with loads of charm. What a great place to hang out! I had an iced drink that was so delicious.

Yo
Review №28

Great coffee and atmosphere, however they currently do not serve food. Places is amazing to sit with your friends or a great book and have a good cup of coffee or a drink. Whatever you’re in the mood for

Pa
Review №29

Most unique coffee shop Ive ever been to! If coffee were not in everyones hands you wouldnt know it is a coffee shop rather than a retro lounge with books on end, leather couches, and a warm ambience. After 5pm a secret door opens up granting access to a similar style bar. On those not so hot days they open up the garage door letting in some fresh air and sunlight in. If youre looking for a place to mix up your Starbucks habit this is definitely it!

Ca
Review №30

Amazing gem hidden place! Great coffee with an relax atmosphere, plus free parking! 10/10

Fe
Review №31

Pleasantly surprised, thought this place was closed, or not where i was supposed to be meeting at first glance, but go thru the door and down the hall and the cafe area has a nice ambiance and relaxed atmosphere with room (and couches) for a few friends to gather

Ch
Review №32

Awesome new place ! the name has changed and is now called NEXT DOOR the sign outside says

Ki
Review №33

Used to come in here most mornings, its a 5 minute walk from my apartment and I made it a part of my routine. Atmosphere is extremely lovely and I would order a chemex. Last 3 or 4 times Ive been here the barista doesnt even know what a chemex is - despite it being on the menu - and I return directly home empty-handed. This morning I went there and the girl couldnt even pronounce the word chemex. Not sure why the baristas arent being trained on the catalog but it provides an extremely inconsistent experience that isnt worth my time anymore, especially if theres a long line.

Pe
Review №34

In terms of coffee shops this is one of the coolest I have seen. It is part library, part airstream trailer part designer studio - it adds up to a very pleasant experience. Perhaps more importantly the coffee drinks are very good and the staff appear well trained. If you are a coffee aficionado this is the place to go.

Ra
Review №35

One of my favorite coffee spots. Gives off a very good vibe and has great coffee!

Sh
Review №36

Wayyy too loud at noon on a weekday. Why you gotta play the music so loud??? I just wanted to get some studying done. I tried to put on white noise in my headphones and it didn’t do me any justice. The place is decorated with books everywhere but the lighting is too low to actually read. Definitely not practical. Really sucks because I wanted to love this place so bad but honestly it’s all looks... not the best. I am beyond annoyed with this place :(

St
Review №37

Id like to start off by saying Im a huge coffee drinker and I look forward to trying coffee from multiple different places to compare the ones I like. I dont usually think every coffee place is good and it takes a decent one to stand out. Brew Urban Cafe was the bees knees, hands down, very good coffee and highly recommended. I typically get an iced mocha latte, and this is my usual that I ordered here. It tasted completely authentic and the service was very quick. Go and check it out!

SH
Review №38

Amazing service and house made products

Au
Review №39

Theres a very cool feel to this coffee shop. Great service with an immense variety of coffees. The guy that served me was very knowledgeable and passionate about what he did and a pleasure to deal with.

As
Review №40

Such a cool atmosphere! The large bookshelf behind the bar is such a cool and wordly touch. They do have milk alternatives and pastries.

Ke
Review №41

What an excellent coffee house! I went in not knowing exactly what I wanted, since I’m fairly new to coffee. I was recommended to try a Buramundi, which was naturally sweet and delicious. However, it wasn’t the flavor profile I like. It was more fruity and “bright” than I prefer. I let him know what I thought of it, and he suggested I try one from Brazil. He explained the difference between the way they’re processed, and I now know that I prefer a natural process as opposed to washed. What a difference between them!The place has a steady flow of customers, and quite a few are obviously regulars. :-)

Do
Review №42

Brew Urban is unique & quaint fir a nice cup of brew! Love the atmosphere, train going by makes it exciting to watch.

Ka
Review №43

I LOVED interior!!! Coffee is good if you like dark roast.

Am
Review №44

Great atmosphere, nice staff, BUT the coffee is terrible. Like, really bad. I got a cappuccino the other day and it was unrecognizable. :/ i got a flat white a few weeks ago, same. If it weren’t for that, I’d be there every day. Maybe a refresher course on how to use the machine could be good-I really don’t say this to be mean- the place really has the vibe to be fantastic, just needs some work on the product.

en
Review №45

Quality of coffee and food dropped since the last time Ive been here. The flat white was not how should be. Seems like the baristas needs some training...

Ev
Review №46

Awesome coffee joint with a cool vibe. I had a latte with a shot of their homemade lavender. What an unusual combination that tasted great.

Ch
Review №47

Online it says they open at 7. It’s 8:30. I’m here they are not open. She said she is just now opening and that was that. Didn’t offer anything understanding nor apologies at all. Needless to say I won’t be back.

Ni
Review №48

Very relaxing setting. Great coffee and tea selection.

Ar
Review №49

What a fantastic ambiance! This place is dark academia personified, except with delish coffee and baked goodies. I went a little later in the day, so the selection of pastries was a little bit smaller, but the vibes totally made up for that! I would def recommend for a long day of working on your laptop in this cozy setting, or perching up in the corner with a good book.

Ma
Review №50

This coffee shop is located near our workplace. I love their coffees fragrance, and the taste was well balanced with the coffee beans sweetness and bitterness. Just try them, people!

Da
Review №51

Was there for a private event. Great bartender, cool vibe. Cant wait to go back

Ai
Review №52

Good Ambience. Was very impressed.Tried the Cortada (1st time) was good.Also tried the electric shock. It was a bit cinnamony in taste but thats okay.

Er
Review №53

I love this coffee shop! Great coffee, nice baked goods, and friendly staff. My husband had an empanada and I had the chocolate croissant.

ri
Review №54

Cool spot. Great coffee. I love it when the train rolls by!I went here again yesterday. Great as always! My wife said her caramel latte was the best coffee drink that she has had in a very long time!

Am
Review №55

Great atmosphere & prime coffee.Super glad we stopped in!

Ro
Review №56

What a great ambiance! Visit this place for a great selection of coffe and teas, which you can enjoy regardless of how the weather looks outside. Ask for Demurs Fine Teas for the ultimate experience in organic loose leaf tea

Li
Review №57

First time there! Great service; quaint cool place. I loved my capuchino with unsweetened almond milk. My hubby enjoyed his latte with unsweetened oat milk as well.

J
Review №58

Great coffee and vibes you can jive to. I discovered it while at the ArtWalk, the last Saturday of every month

Ra
Review №59

Great coffee. Friendly staff. Relaxing ambiance.

Ch
Review №60

Super friendly staff! Beautiful ambience, do yourself a favor and just go to Brew next door

An
Review №61

This is my favorite coffee shop in Ft. Lauderdale. I love the chill vibe. Its very laid back and a great place to grab a drink and a pastry and just hasnt out with a friend. It backs onto railroad tracks and they open then back door which shows the trains going by and lets in a nice breeze. Definitely worth a stop.

Me
Review №62

Coffee: Nothing specialCouches: comfyVibe: warm and cozy

Mi
Review №63

The coffee was really great and tasty. I love the environment and decorations, the music was nice as well. They did have limited options and stock for pastries later in the day around 12pm so I wouldn’t depend on eating brunch

Mi
Review №64

Quirky yet great atmosphere and a primo almond milk latte!

Da
Review №65

This place is amazing, highly recommend

Me
Review №66

This place is such an amazing gem!! Great coffee, esspresso, tea, and delicious breakfast items in a picture perfect atmosphere. Whoever put together this concept is on point. No joke. Located in an art-oriented strip of suites along the railroad tracks, youll find this gem through Next Door (suite b).Ordered the house-made lavender oat milk latte, and herbal tea paired with a freshly toasted croissant. Stayed a while as we were burning time between getting off our cruise ship and waiting for our flight. Ambiance 1,000 xs beats out FLL-Hollywood airport, hands down.Also ordered late breakfast/lunch (brunch): avocado toast and their ACE sandwhich... avocado, cheese, and egg with specialty seasoning on fresh, thick sourdough bread. Mmmmmmm. (Sorry no pics, it was too delicious!)Looks like they do open mic nights/poetry slams/small film screenings/etc as they had a small stage and projectors.

Br
Review №67

Great coffee, great selections in a super hip atmosphere. Could definitely spend a lot of time here.

Co
Review №68

Loved the barista. So friendly. Best Coffee in Fort Lauderdale, hands down.

Cl
Review №69

Amazing place, cool decoration, all the details are amazing, coffee is delicious, you can work with your computer here, friendly staff also, it’s a gem.

Lu
Review №70

I tried the Wild Flower Latte Iced. Amazing.

Ju
Review №71

Loved this place! Delicious fresh pastries, amazing signature coffee. Recommend

St
Review №72

I came with my friend to this coffee shop to have some nice coffee and just talk, but as soon as we arrived the whole experience was just awful. First of all this place is so difficult to find since it is in a studio that is not called the name of the coffee shop. Second when we finally found it and entered we walked up to the counter and everyone working there just ignored us and did not even welcome us or took our order. We stood there for like two whole minutes just confused and eventually just left. Just weird vibes, rude, and barely any space to sit.

Mi
Review №73

Amazing! Food was terrific, ambience two thumbs up. I could hang out here all day and watch the trains go by.

Si
Review №74

Hot latte was great! Love the vibe there

Ma
Review №75

Very cool spot with great coffee

JD
Review №76

What a surprise when you walk in.Not to miss, a wondrous mismatch of styles that just... work. And the coffee is great.

De
Review №77

Came here a few times. Great vibes, good customer service, and good drinks. This is a good place to get out the house, relax, and come get some work done. I recommend anyone to check this place out.

si
Review №78

I enjoyed a late. Great place to hang out with my son.

Ma
Review №79

The ambiance is cozy and it’s perfect for digital nomads. The cappuccino is amazing and the service is just remarkable as well. I would suggest to place other individuals tables. The barista was very kind.

mo
Review №80

The bartista was very very nice and its a beautiful place :))

Pe
Review №81

Wonderful atmosphere, excellent customer service, and a fun, eclectic seasonal menu! Nothing about this coffee shop embodies mediocrity. The quality of the overall experience was definitely one worth remembering. I’d call it the best place for a cup of coffee in the Fort Lauderdale area.

Jo
Review №82

Great coffee, nice ambiance but limited food selection. As a visitor it wouldve been nice to hear about the area from locals.

Ma
Review №83

Finally a truly authentic coffee shop with so much character. Of course it would pop up in this go little soccer of an artist district in fort Lauderdale. The latte with oat milk and Carmel was a completely unique blend (a nice reprieve from almond milk which sometime over powers the coffee) as I recently you a haitus from dairy. I highly recommend the bacon egg and cheese sandwich or comes on two thick slices of homemade bread with a hefty portion of perfectly cooked bacon. The setting is what Im always looking for in a coffee shop A MUST TRY!!

Ba
Review №84

Wildflower Latte was delicious, and the atmosphere is very anesthetically pleasing. 😁

Tr
Review №85

Just wow. So beautiful inside. Coffee is also great!!

Da
Review №86

The atmosphere is perfect regarding a coffee shop. The customer service is great. The coffee was even better.

Fl
Review №87

Meh. Mediocre coffee (got a regular latte) and weird vibe. Wouldn’t recommend. Nothing you couldn’t get elsewhere

An
Review №88

Delicious chai latte, wonderful service. The decorations are lovely, with an expansive bookshelf lined with a variety of vintage books. The bathroom has a books with burned edges on the ceiling, adding to the eclectic style. I will definitely revisit.

We
Review №89

Excellent atmosphere, single origin espresso is dialed, customer service is great.If youre looking for a coffee shop to chill at, this is the place.

Lu
Review №90

2021: updateGangster music and plastic water bottles. From 5 to a 3, espresso is still decent.Old review:Delicious espresso, abundance of outlets and friendly staff with working wifi. Not much more you can ask for in a coffee shop.If you have a conference call, pray that the train isnt going by 😂.

Th
Review №91

Definitely one of the coolest hidden gems in #fortlauderdale — This corner has such a great vibe to study, work, read, have coffee, meet great peps, whatever you are in to 🖤 — ....↠ wifi was top 🚀 and free↠ power plugs 💻 are mostly in the high top tables↠ coffee ☕️was absolutely delicious: I had #capuccino of the ‘fall season’ that came with Turmeric, Ginger and a extra shot of expreso.

Ke
Review №92

Loved, loved, loved, the coffee here!!! Its the real deal. No need to add syrups to help with the taste, no need for nothing except COFFEE. I loved the decor, but hated the parking. Its horrendous to try and find the place, let alone the parking. The staff was nice, but it took forever to get service. When I finally did theyre were very informative.

Mi
Review №93

Great Coffee cool vibe worth the trip other places nearby to check out also 😎

Kr
Review №94

Great coffee, relaxing atmosphere. It’s hidden within the city. Definitely worth going to

Ma
Review №95

So chill. Free WiFi. Awesome design. Friendly staff. Nice vibez. Not hard to see why this place is a top 10 coffee shop in the state.

Am
Review №96

Unless you knew about this eclectic coffee cafe, youd never find it. Though even if you did know about it and found your way here, you might still not actually find it. Arriving, you walk into what looks like an office area with zero clues that coffee exists. Though for those bold enough to venture around the corner, and then down the long hallway, are richly rewarded with a hipster vibed coffee house that boasts an industrial meets random chair meets library feel atmosphere with some delicious coffee.I opted for an iced latte with low fat milk and their fresh made on site pumpkin spice sauce paired with a candied pecan cinnamon bun. The pumpkin sauce was out of this world fresh and delicious. You can taste the fresh made difference. The party was decent but not anything is get again. While warm and fluffy, they outsource these and they were good.

Ni
Review №97

Staff was not friendly. Coffee tasted burned. I was very disappointed in this place.

ju
Review №98

Great coffee and welcoming place to grab a bite

Br
Review №99

Perfect place to relax and chill. Staff are easy going and friendly. Setting is lovely, comfortable and spacious seating. Highly recommend to any one who just wants to take a step outside of the rat race and chill

Ch
Review №100

A great place with amazing lattes. highly recommend

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  • Address:537 NW 1st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, United States
  • Site:http://brewurbancafe.com/
  • Phone:+1 954-357-3934
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
  • Espresso bar
  • Wine bar
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–11PM
  • Thursday:7AM–11PM
  • Friday:7AM–12AM
  • Saturday:7AM–7PM
  • Sunday:7AM–7PM
Service options
  • Dine-in:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Takeout:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
  • Live performances:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
  • Romantic:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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