Crema's Take
“The Campus Grind pulls off the rare trick of being genuinely excellent without pretension—their espresso is consistently solid, the homemade pastries and light food are fresh and reasonably priced, and the vibe is welcoming enough that you'll want to linger whether you're studying, meeting a friend, or just grabbing a quick iced café con leche. Being steps from the USF St. Petersburg campus means it's perpetually buzzing with genuine regulars rather than tourists, which keeps the place grounded and friendly.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →The Grind is hands down the best coffee spot in St. Pete. The food is amazing, always fresh and homemade. There is something for everyone here! The atmosphere is welcoming and homey, it’s a great spot to get work done. Last but not least, the staff is just the best. If you’re…
Being right next to the USFSP campus is such a win for students. Of course, if you’re a student you have to use your own resources to get food here, but the food here is good and the environment is super cozy and welcoming. Great for just a nice relaxing lounge, sit and eat…
pleasant little coffee shop at the usf st. pete campus. the staff is friendly and the food is great and reasonably priced. get an iced cafe con leche! it’s my favorite
Pleasant coffee/breakfast/lunch spot on the USF campus. I live nearby, but only visit occasionally since I'm usually headed downtown. If you're looking for a quiet spot to have coffee outside or inside, this is one of the best places south of downtown near the water. The…
Great coffee and food for the price! Super convenient and local. Really good espresso and lots of solid pastry options.
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