American Brew

I may have just gone on an off day, but my experience wasn’t horrible nor memorable in the positive. I chose a pour over, which had a suspect bean choice. Taste was fine, but definitely more on the drip side of brightness and quality. The breakfast hash was pretty good on the food side.

Was there long enough to go for round 2, a mocha and a slice of cake. The mocha was prepared well, decent espresso flavor. The slice of cake unfortunately was stale and almost impossible to fork, much less eat. I ended up throwing it away.

It’s a great space and has a lot of potential. Will visit again and try different things.

Very rude experience with the owner and will be taking my business to Cova. My family and I sat at a table and paid for breakfast and coffee. After it was finished they left while I remained there to study for 30-45 minutes. Having all my study materials out-laptop, text books, note cards and utilizing the table space, the owner asked me to move as that particular table is only for "families." Meanwhile, there were plenty of open seats inside and outside and no sign indicating that a solo person could not sit there. Not exactly the friendliest cafe to paying customers.

Coffee is coffee pretty much anywhere you go but the food here is great!!! The breakfast burrito was stuffed with fresh, well seasoned ingredients. And the Lessner breakfast sandwich amazing!!! We will definitely be back.

Good vibes and GREAT food 👌 love the Whiskey variety, plus housemade creative cocktails. The brunch/breakfast menu is stellar; too many good things to choose from 👏 very cool spot 10/10

I used to be a regular at AB. Probably went there 3-4 times per week. After developing some close friendships with the staff, it became apparent that they aren't treated with respect from the owner.

As of this review in Feb of 2019, the entire staff of American Brew has quit, largely due to issues with pay and respect from the owner. It doesn't matter how cozy a coffee shop, restaurant, or bar is when every single person that works there walks out. You can't fix a toxic work environment.

It's a wonderful little coffee shop with some excellent quick brunch food, but I'm sad to say that I'll be taking my business elsewhere. For those looking for a similar experience in the area sans booze, I recommend Lynnhaven Coffee.

They serve white coffee which is more a nuttier and earthy flavor is roasted for a much shorter time then black coffee and has way more caffeine, their whiskey selection is exceptional especially for a coffee/whiskey cafe and the food was really good as well.

What a great little spot. I had the Avocado Toast and it was delicious....didn't know you could jam pack it with so much flavor. A different take on the Avacado toast and I liked it. I also got a Pour Over that helped me get through some boring paperwork lol. They have free fast wifi and great spots to just sit down enjoy a cup and get some work done. Over all the atmosphere was neat, love all the wood and decor. Staff was very friendly and patient with me while I decided what to get.

I ordered breakfast here this morning and got a really delicious brewrrito. However, I was disappointed after getting home and realizing it was so expensive. I paid over $13 for a $9 burrito. There was a 16% tip already added that I was not made aware of and the receipt still had the lines to add a tip amount; I tipped 20% when I purchased it. I called in the order and paid by credit card at the window. I later read a couple other reviews stating that their tips were already added as well. I just wanted to make people aware because it is not obvious that a tip is already added.

Perfect place on the bay for some coffee, food and if you drink fancy adult drinks!

Great ambience and style for relaxing by yourself or an intimate gathering. They brew Three Ships coffee - their cappuccino is one of the best in Hampton Roads. I'm excited to try their cold brew. I hope they start brewing iced tea and bring in more pastries - it'll be our new go-to coffee shop.