Story and Soil Coffee

Story and Soil Coffee

387 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT

★★★★★4.5(557 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Story and Soil is a Hartford gem that takes its espresso seriously, with reviewers consistently praising shots that rank among the best they've had—the hot Spanish latte is a standout. Beyond the coffee craft, there's a genuine warmth to the place: friendly baristas who'll chat about their technique, cozy communal vibes that feel less like a transient laptop spot and more like a gathering place, and thoughtful touches like a customer notes board that connects you to the local Hartford community. Whether you're lingering over a breakfast burrito and cold brew or settling in with your work, the artsy, inviting atmosphere makes it feel like the kind of neighborhood anchor worth planning your morning around.

What to expect

Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu.

Light foodLaptop friendlyCraft espressoTraditional drinksSlow sitOutdoor seatingSpecialty drinksMeetings

Google Reviews

CTadventuresandeats
★★★★2 months ago

Stopped by this cute coffee shop in Hartford , CT. I ordered a coffee cake muffin , egg, chorizo and cheese on a hard roll and a cold brew iced coffee. I thought everything was pretty good except the fact that my sandwich was barely warm. Definitely sticking to the coffee here.…

Tom P
★★★★★3 months ago

Lovely staff! I was there on a weekend morning, so the place was a tad busy at times, but the baristas were nevertheless friendly, patient with my questions on the way they typically make the drinks, and very obliging with any desired adjustments. Subjectively, the coffee was…

Katrina Jeanneau
★★★★★3 months ago

Some of the best espressos I've ever had. Recommend the hot Spanish latte. Breakfast burritos are good too. Love the vibe. Wish they opened earlier so I could go on my way to work.

V
★★★★★3 months ago

Super cute cafe! Lots of people around so it felt really cozy, I loved the atmosphere. They had a small board with notes from customers and events happening in CT which I thought was really nice. Their coffee is amazing, I had the spanish latte and I loved it, can’t wait to go…

Kristen Gilbride
★★★★★a year ago

I recently visited Story and Soil and had a great experience. The interior is super cool, with a trendy, artsy vibe that makes it a perfect spot to relax or get some work done. The outdoor seating is also a great option when the weather is nice! I tried the espresso tonic, and…

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