From a quality standpoint, everything was great. That said, Im not a fan of the size of the shop (feels a bit claustrophobic) and its a bit more expensive than ideal. Im used to expensive coffee so I wont knock that out too hard, but the food was more expensive than expected. $7 for a breakfast sandwich is on the high side. Dont get me wrong, it was a very good breakfast sandwich but its about $1-1.50 more than ideal.

Great vibe and delicious Spanish latte! Staff are friendly, place is clean, and they have an assortment of artwork on display that you can purchase. Local shop fare is cute and on point.

Great coffee store if you’re looking for local store instead of some regular coffee chains. Their Spanish Latte is great ( that’s the only coffee I have tried so far)

Latte is delicious. The avocado toast was also very good.

Went to Story and Soil today, and they weren’t kidding about good coffee and better community. After we got our coffee, my car wouldn’t start and a barista, Skylar, immediately came out to help us start it. Another person there brought cables to jump it and they so sweetly sent us on our way. The atmosphere was great, the people were so kind, and the coffee was exceptional :) thank you!

Literally the most amazing and adorable little coffee shop we’ve been in on our trip from New Jersey to New York! The atmosphere, people, outdoor seating, drinks, and food were all spectacular.Let’s just say we ate one cookie and craved more. We literally chugged the loose leaf black tea that tasted like the best black tea we’ve ever had to drink before. My best friend savored her almond latte. Anddddd the only thing we didn’t really care for that we ordered was the cheddar biscuit. Looks amazing. Taste is a bit bland for our liking. But still good overall.

This was my first time here and I chose to get a breakfast burrito. It was delicious. I will definitely be back to try other things.

Tasty libations in a cozy and spunky space. A local Hartfordian took me to Story and Soil and talked the shop up quite a bit before our arrival. Thankfully, the shop didn’t let his high praises down.They boast several local coffee beans to choose from along with multiple brewing options and a small menu of food items. I didn’t notice any vegan/gluten free/specialty food items; this lack is one of the reasons I’m not awarding them a 5/5.I was pleased to see kombucha and golden milk on the menu, demonstrating the forward thinking minds behind the shop. They also offered a wide array of dairy alternatives suitable for almost any diet.They don’t roast beans in house, but do source from local Connecticut roasters, promoting community amongst potential competitors.The space is cozy with several seating options indoors as well as several picnic style tables outside which are ideal when the weather in favorable.Parking on the street is newly metered parking, so bring your quarters, but it’s well worth the parking fee to grab a drink and a seat to do some Dino sightseeing amongst the decor.

The coffee is great but lately I choose to spend my money where I have great experiences. The folks here treat me like they’ve known me for years every time I stop in. I love the vibe and the great variety of music they play (have Shazam ready lol). The Spanish Latte is one of my fav’s!

Love this little hole in the wall! The first time we came, it was a bit too busy given how small it is, but the second time I ubered here, was an amazing experience! Super quiet on a weekday and relaxing! Delicious Spanish latte and green bowl!

A rare gem. Excellent food, excellent coffee. Very excited to return. Dont sleep on the Spanish Latte, the Espresso Tonic, or any of their breakfast sandwiches -- worth every penny and more.

What a gem! Killer staff serving badass coffee. Cant say enough good things about this place. Found it on a quick trip to Hartford...and Id make the trip back from Canada again. Can you dig it?

Such a vibe. You WONT be disappointed

I had their Gingerbread muffin, and it was the most delicious things Ive had all month! The staff here have big smiles on and are very polite. Its a really nice atmosphere and feels really cozy. (And that is saying something for a first visit!!) There is music playing and plenty of chatter. I liked that they have a lot of options for drinks and foods. Vegan options too! I got the hot matcha green tea latte with almond milk, but I had a few other milk options, too. 10/10

Delicious gourmet coffee 2 minutes from route 84. Definitely worth the stop.

This is a cute little shop with pretty good coffee and eats. First time there I ordered a flat white and while it wasnt the best Ive ever had it was still a a solid cup. My wife had the Avo on toast and she said it was good except for the egg on top was completely cold. It wasnt bad per se just unexpected. Presentation was impressive. Well certainly be returning to try some other items on the menu.

My partner and I had an enjoyable experience this morning at Story and Soil! We tried a plain hot latte with skim milk, a hot vanilla latte, a slice of blueberry zucchinni bread, a peach cobbler muffin, and a CEC (Chorizo, Egg, and Cheese) breakfast sandwich. Service was friendly, and we enjoyed our purchases outside on picnic tables in front of the shop. The coffee is from Giv coffee, a local CT roaster, so if you enjoy Giv coffee you will enjoy Story and Soils! Overall, we were pleased with our expereince.The only drawback to our visit- another patron was smoking on the patio (not on the sidewalk, inside thhe fence) whie we were eating. This resulted in a coughing fit and us having to quickly leave, as I have asthma. It would be wonderful if the shop had no smoking signs, but I dont know how easily they would have been able to monitor this as it is a small crew of employees. But if there is anything they can do, that would be great for future visits!

Amazingly slow service just makes crowds around the cafe. They can easily forget what your ordered and be like oh sorry just wait another 20 minutes

If you want the best coffee in Hartford this is the place. Blue State isnt as good. Its not very easy to get to or find parking. It has almost no seating. Its pretty cramped. The coffee makes all of that worth it.

FANTASTIC! A quick stop on a long drive and worth it. The mocha and latte are great.

I like the avocado toast with its salsa and jalapeno additions. For $9 the size was lacking. Unless Im not factoring in inflation here. Recommendation to visit with a tad bit of caution.

Awesome place! Was on a layover and thought I’d check it out...I got the Spanish latte and the cec breakfast sandwich, everything was delicious. Will definitely go back!!

Cute and cozy spot ! Fun seasonal drinks. I recommend the Spanish latte... Delicious !

Great local coffee place, great service, great coffee, reasonably priced.

Delicious and with great vegan options all along with a very friendly staff

This place is amazing. I wish the specialty coffee came in bigger cups for the price but hey the flavor is well worth it. They have a huge variety of coffees that change on a regular basis. The staff is very knowledgeable of the products they serve.

Cortado was good. Free parking.

Very cool atmosphere in an up and coming part of hartford. Got the coconut honey lavender latte, delicious!

As always a great experience here. You can tell our baristas knew what they were doing and prepared our drinks with precision and care. Also got a chocolate banana bread that was very moist and tasty! Keep up the good work!

Greeted by super friendly staff, had a yummy coffeecake and blueberry muffin, and served a truly good iced oat milk latte by people who are serious about coffee. Wish I lived closer 🤙

Amazing coffee beverages in a cute setting. Great service. I enjoyed the Spanish latte.

Great cold brew for me and the husband loved the iced chia

Excellent service. Variety of beverage selections. Coffee is excellent. Cool vibe!

Love. Parking was surprisingly easy. Spanish latte was great. Barista didnt over pull the espresso shots and the foam wasnt burned, while still creating a nice and hot drink. Wish there was sitting room but covid lol. Cant wait to go back!

Burrito and coffee are amazing! Coffee is so good here

Loved to see how many people here are regulars and are close with the baristas, a really great neighborhood vibe

I ordered a regular latte and was recommended by the barista to have a Spanish latte. Was a fantastic recommendation! It has condensed milk to give a creamier consistency and cinnamon on top. The barista was talkative, friendly, and very welcoming.

Friendly people. Really well made drinks. And you know when the bathroom wallpaper looks like this it’s a quality place.

It’s such a cute little coffee shop with great vibes! The teas and coffees are really unique and the avocado toast.. they don’t hold back on the avocado !! We left there with full stomachs and warm smiles :)

Delicious coffee and a great selection of non dairy milk

Havent been there but just from the menu and reviews it sounds really good and want to go try it today

Great matcha latte!

Long wait, yummy food and tea. Definitely defintely get the lox bagel if youre into that kind of thing because it was divine. Also dont stop in if youre socially conservative because this isnt the place for you. A sign in the building read Octobers villians: Christopher Columbus and Brett Kavanaugh. We believe her. Personally though, I thought the sign was sick and made me love Story and Soil that much more. The decor was also gorgeous and super classy.

Cute little coffee shop with delicious almond crossaints. My go to spot when in Hartford.

Super delicious espresso. Great coffee from a few different roasters. Ill be back next time Im in town!

The Chorizo Breakfast Burrito: eat it sitting down, in a quiet place with limited distractions and smile.

Wow fucc me up this coffee was SO GOOD. the branding is delightful, the decor and aesthetic is perfect, the retail coffee selection is super well-curated, the baristas very clearly understand coffee and know what they’re doing, and they were all nice af! this is what every specialty coffee shop should aspire to be.

They brew the tastiest drip in town, they pull the best espresso, they serve it with a smile, and they love their community. If I’m feeling up or down- I’m always met with positivity and an excellent cup of coffee. I cannot stress it enough- this place is THE BEST.

Ive been to many cafes around the world and this is the tastiest Ive ever had. The staff are very friendly also.

Great local coffee shop! Some of the best coffee in the area. Try the vegan chocolate chip cookies!

What a cozy spot. Some of the best coffee combos in Hartford.

If you are remotely concerned for the pandemic or general sanitary conditions, do NOT go here. I witnessed an employee touching and preparing food with one gloved and one bare hand, who then was hostile to me when I called this out as unsafe protocol. Witnessed multiple customers inside wearing masks incorrectly on chins and employees not enforcing proper mask wearing. Ventilation was very poor inside. If this business wants to survive, employees need to properly adhere to state guidelines.

Good coffee good environment. they have outside seating. Its good for a quick stop. Morning hours not too crowded.

The coffee here is so delightful. The baristas as so very kind. Please come here. You will indeed benefit from being a part of this caffeine community. Visit early and often. Note: there isnt much (indoor) space to sit, so dont plan to meet a huge group to sit and chat for a while. But that also makes it all the more cozy and great. Dont be afraid of the espresso tonic. Its quite lovely.

Wheelchairs can not enter this place. I hope they consider installing a ramp.

Pour over is very good. I think it’s the best in town.

This is my favorite coffee shop in all of Connecticut. The Spanish Latte is a must-have! Its a signature drink for the shop and its perfection. The shop is tiny but very intimate and the perfect place to catch up on some work or have a small coffee date. They always have great music and new coffee to try from all over! The staff is incredibly friendly and have great suggestions on ordering. They also keep a great seasonal menu that switches things up!

Clean, safe, excellent cold brew! I will definitely return!

Tried to visit for pick up but doors were closed and wasn’t sure how to order. Employees were inside but wasn’t able to get any info on if they were taking orders or not. Seemed like a cute place with a nice menu.

A great coffee shop in the heart of Hartford. Im glad to have been introduced to this hole in the wall coffee shop as it has fantastic coffee. Prices are that of a high end coffee shop, but there is barely any seating. So although their mugs make you feel at home, and their coffee is great, you might not get a chair to sit in!

You cant tell until you drink I asked for 2 macchiato, thats only thing I drink always FROM DOKIN,STARTUCKS I DIDNT LIKE IT ALL .Coffee is good. I GUESS EVERYTHING THEY know is just making a espresso with steam milk nothing special about this place.never going back to this place.

Great coffee selection and great prices. Single origin coffees are great and from local roasters.The staff is full of amazingly kind and interesting people. They were genuinely helpful in getting orders done quickly while simultaneously being great conversationalists.I came in on Fathers Day and everyone was asked for input on the playlist. The winner was definitely Big Poppa by Biggie with a close second if isnt she lovely by Stevie Wonder.

Top notch coffee and thats it. Dont go looking for fancy syrups or fresh baked pastries you wont get fluffy frozen drinks or smoothies of all flavors, this is coffee, just coffee and they take it seriously and breakfast it well. Small place with limited indoor seating (laptop friendly) and a good amount of outdoor seating on picnic benches.

Social distancing in mind, at least have some sign on the door explaining the takeout process or even maybe be human and wave from inside to acknowledge us. First time here. Last time here.

I read about this place online and decided to give it a try. On a Wednesday morning I was greeted by a genuine and friendly staff. The true test of any coffee shop is their drip, served black. I was blown away by how good the coffee was. Light roast beans from Ethiopia, brewed to the perfect strength, served piping hot. The room itself is quite small, so youll get to know your neighbors. I can see it being crowded on a weekend. I travel quite a bit for my work and finding good coffee is always a challenge. Story & Soil exceeded expectations. Ill be back!

Its great to see a third-wave coffee shop to come to Hartford. The drip coffee was excellent and really highlighted the nuance of this modern style. Our cups were bright and fruity. We also enjoyed the Golden Milk Latte. It was well spiced and decadent. You must give it a shot!

Beautifully Decorated, Cozy, and Wonderful Coffee & Kind Service.

I went here early morning on some day in Late july. The cafe is very warm and cozy. You should definitely give it a shot in winter as you can sit outside and soak up the sun then alongside having coffee.

We have stopped in here a couple of times on the way to and from New York City. It is a tiny place but very friendly. Coffee is great. Everyone is friendly. Coffee beans are for sale along with other coffee-related products. It is located just off I-84 so makes it easy to stop in here if you are on-the-road. Great alternative to Starbucks!

Love every single type of coffee here! Place is so tiny but so beautiful, boho, chic and modern at the same time! So gorgeous!

Spanish latte is amazing

Great coffee. Great atmosphere. Great staff. I love this place and wish I could visit more often. Highly recommended!

Great ambiance. Had a Spanish latte (is that the name?) And it was so delicious!

The espresso cream soda was excellent as was the avocado toast (humorously called rent money). Also has a yogurt with banana, peanut butter and cinnamon... also amazing! Gem of a place. Good to see this area with vibrant businesses

A true Hartford gem worth the parking hassle to go to! This was the first place I had golden milk and I loved it. I am now obsessed. Sarah, Michael and Michael are super knowledgable about all things coffee and super passionate about what they do. They are all super invested in Hartford and as a Hartford native for 46 years, I welcome their energy and dedication to the HartBeat!

Love this place!! I order either a Spanish latte or hot mocha. Bake goods are AMAZING! Kind of expensive, but its worth it.

Awesome customer service! I mean, AWESOME! The husband and wife team are so wonderful and sweet! Not to mention, I had the best iced tea ever! Cant wait to visit again!

Live right across the road and I really wanted to love this place.... But, the cold brew was too acidic to drink. Cold brew is my go-to drink, so unfortunately I dont think Ill return. The service and atmosphere was great though, so hopefully they work on the cold brew.UPDATE: I wanted to update my rating due to their awesome cappuccinos.... I have been drinking them regularly and have become a big fan!

I had no idea they closed as of 3/21 because as of 5/31 they are still active and listed as open on the coffee ordering app cloosiv... I placed an order and my card was charged. It wasnt until I got to the shop and saw it was locked and no lights on (theres no sign on the door) that I did some more digging. Called the phone number and it just kept ringing. Finally we saw they posted on facebook and instagram closing after 3/21.... well I dont follow them on social media and I guess I should have completely researched this before ordering? But they should not be on the cloosiv app still taking orders - its very scammy. I reached out to cloosiv directly and luckily they are going to refund me.

Amazing little coffee shop. Truly a gem in the Hartford area.I hail from Los Angeles... where you may receive dirty looks or even death threats if people see you adding cream & sugar to your coffee in public. In other words... people take their coffee very seriously in LA.Ive had really good coffee. And the pour overs Ive had at Story & Soil are up there with the best of LA. Good stuff.Also...Try out their seasonal drinks! The one I had was like nothing Ive tasted before. In a good way :)Great vibes. Really friendly, helpful, knowledgeable people. Fast wifi. Theres at least one outlet. Its a small space... but most of the times Ive been there, Ive found a seat.Check it out for yourself!Im confident youll come to love S&S too.

We heard about this place via Facebook and some friends. I came in with my family and we were treated to the smell of freshly ground coffee and a very welcoming vibe. My wife had a simple iced coffee and I had the Spanish Latte, which was delicious! There is a community table to sit at and it was nice to enjoy our drinks while starting conversation with strangers. We will definitely be back or perhaps just myself with a laptop ... :)

Flat white was not flat...foamy...and way too hot.

Nice coffee shop, friendly staff.

Good coffee. A little pricey, but if Im in the area I will stop by.

Excellent experience, brilliant interior, friendly service, and top-tier quality! Variety of plant milks available, with some niche specials like Spanish lattes and peppermint mocha drinks. This is my new favourite café in Hartford.

Small local spot, but everything was fantastic with great presentation. Simple but delicious!

The only downfall is that the place is tiny but what an experience it is. Its small and quaint. Great lattes. So artist-centered. My kind of place.

The best coffee shop found in Connecticut. Tried the chai, matcha and avocado toast - all top notch. Thanks for the quality and ambience!

Great espresso service. My only problem was they didnt have a blend. But that doesnt take away from their attention to detail and offering a great cup. Awesome addition to capitol Ave.

Service is friendly and prompt. Captivating art highlights a pleasing environment with unique architecture.Beyond your run of the mill cafe pastries. Espresso was freshly ground and did not have a distinct character. Roasts vary though.

Superb Latte... not just the art but smooth smooth taste

Well trained baristas and a welcoming cozy atmosphere. Was just passing through but feels like a beacon for local steamed milk afficianados and close to highway if you need a pick me up on your drive. Oat milk readily aval here.

Hosting a rotating coffee menu and preparing coffee to its utmost potential, this shop delivers on all accounts and is a must visit for any coffee tour.

Great little coffee shop with freshly roasted coffee beans that are delivered weekly! Staff are thoughtful and responsive. Glad to have this local business in the neighborhood.

One of the great coffee shops of New England. This is one of my absolute favorite places to go for coffee with a friend or to do some reading with a small snack out of anywhere in Greater Hartford. The food and coffee are made with genuine originality and craftsmanship which is rare to find so much of anywhere.

These guys are amazing & knowledgeable. Coffee. Eats. Atmosphere. Its all great.

Cute spot! I had a delicious cortado and yummy gluten free corn muffin. The staff was friendly. Really happy to find this gem!

This is a great little place to savor a high quality cup of coffee or hot chocolate.

Quick, cute, delicious little coffee shop. Id recommend the iced mocha.

Cozy and hip, an oasis of crunchy cool in Hartfords buttoned up Capitol area. Great local products for purchase and a nice tea selection.