Bandit Coffee Co.
2662 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL
Crema's Take
“Bandit's espresso drinks justify the hype—reviewers rave about unique lattes that feel genuinely creative rather than gimmicky—but go in the morning before the Instagram crowds arrive and prices start feeling more like St. Pete tourism markup than specialty coffee value. The pastries and sourdough toast are legitimately excellent when fresh, though some regulars feel the shop has traded consistency and fair pricing for popularity over the past year or two. If you're willing to arrive early and pay premium prices for excellent coffee and baked goods, it's worth the trip; if you're hoping for a casual neighborhood spot, the lines and crowds might frustrate you.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
Bandit has unfortunately turned into a tourist cash grab. My wife and I go to Bandit once a week and sadly that has come to an end. My wife ordered a $6.25 slice of sourdough toast and half the slice was an air pocket. I make bread, I understand this happens. You can’t sell…
My go to place for breakfast and coffee. Always fresh and delicious. Would highly recommend. Go early or be prepared to wait in line on weekends as it is a popular spot.
"The Croissant that Promised Everything" It was a cold morning in St Pete's. Uncommonly cold for Florida, even in January. Wind whipped my face as cold misty teeth bit at my finger tips. As I shuffled down Central Ave, the unmistakeable smell of coffee slipped by almost…
The lines are long and I was skeptical any place could be worth a 30min wait in the cold.. and maybe it’s cause I was with good friends but this place actually DID live up to the hype. Unique latte flavor profiles. Staff is very calm despite being extremely busy. And the food…
A case where looks can be deceiving. This one hurts a little, because this spot has been one of my go-to breakfast places for a long time. I decided to try their seasonal breakfast chicken “biskey" ($13), and unfortunately, it missed the mark. The chicken was undercooked... that…
Crema Reviews
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