Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters
1823 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
Crema's Take
“Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters in Ybor City is a generously spacious yet genuinely welcoming spot where you'll find knowledgeable baristas crafting thoughtful espresso drinks and pour overs in a vibrant historic neighborhood setting. The cozy-yet-lively atmosphere—complete with plenty of indoor seating and a sidewalk presence on 7th Avenue—makes it equally suited for lingering with a book, catching up with friends, or powering through work, all while sipping truly fresh coffee and bites. It's the kind of local coffee shop that earns its loyal following by getting the fundamentals right: excellent coffee, genuine hospitality, and a space that actually invites you to stay awhile.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
We loved the vibe of this location. The food was fresh, the coffee was fresh brewed and tasty. The staff was patient, knowledgeable and friendly. We loved the Ybor area overall. This restaurant is in the perfect location for this old city vibe.
Blind Tiger in Ybor City is such a great little spot. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and it has that perfect “local coffee shop” vibe where you actually want to sit and hang out for a while. The coffee is consistently excellent — smooth, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The staff has always been friendly and easygoing whenever I’ve visited, which just adds to the experience. It’s the kind of place you can stop in whether you’re grabbing something quick or planning to relax for a bit. Highly recommend if you’re in the area and want great coffee in a chill environment.
A very large coffee shop right in the heart of the historic Ybor District on 7th Avenue. Lots of seating indoors and more out front on the sidewalk. The line is on the left and there's a large menu posted while you wait. We timed it perfectly and stepped right up to the register to order. Very friendly customer service. Full menu, drinks, coffee and a selection of teas. We ordered the Iced Blueberry Pomegranate Green Tea and the Iced Florida Citrus Green Tea. Both were brewed and custom made for us. The large dining area was the perfect place to work remotely for a couple of hours. There were people playing chess, a group opening Christmas gifts, a few other solo workers, and others that came and went during our late afternoon holiday week visit. The teas were very good and the food looked great. We'll definitely pop in again. Highly recommend this local coffee chain. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars
Favorite place to get coffee when I am in Tampa. Friendly staff, great atmosphere and excellent coffee. Also, great place to meet up, do some work or have conversation.
Popped in for a to-go breakfast on my way to a shoot. It was a super quick detour from the highway. If you like a mocha that’s basically just grown up chocolate milk (I really do!) this place is gold. The breakfast croissant sandwich was absolutely scrumptious and the staff was super friendly. The environment was great, with big windows and a lovely, wide open seating area. It made me wish I had time to pull out my laptop to work, or my book to read. I’ll definitely be back!
Crema Reviews
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