Drinking coffee is so much more than getting that much-needed kick of caffeine. In fact, these 8 best coffee shops in Pittsburgh offer more than a delicious cup of java and maybe even a mouthwatering baked good. Each of these coffee shops, among the best in Pittsburgh, provides a relaxing atmosphere and a unique experience.

1. Big Dog Coffee - 2717 Sarah Street

Enjoy your java indoors or on the quaint outdoor patio at Big Dog Coffee on the South Side. Baristas at the popular coffee shop receive ongoing training to ensure Big Dog Coffee provides the best drinks to its customers. Have homemade soup or bakery treats to go with your coffee.

2. Beehive Coffee - 1327 East Carson Street

Satisfy your java craving at the Beehive, a popular coffee shop also on the South Side. The Beehive offers a full menu of hot and cold drinks, including cafe mocha, espresso, white lavender mocha, and maple cinnamon latte. Compliment your coffee with a soup, a sandwich, or a bakery treat.

3. Zeke's Coffee - 6015 Penn Avenue

Grab that delicious cup of coffee as you glide through the drive-thru or stop inside Zeke's Cafe & Bakery, where you can tantalize your taste buds with such flavors as French Roast, Little Italy Roast, and Papua New Guinea. Zeke's Cafe and Bakery also features a full menu of baked goods, including danish rolls, quiche, sticky buns, and scones.

4. Constellation Coffee - 4059 Penn Avenue

Indulge in your passion for coffee at Constellation where the focus is on serving the best coffee from a full range of options - drip coffees, espressos, and Chemex. Constellation also offers a limited selection of teas, pastries, and chocolates.

5. Tazza D’oro Cafe & Espresso Bar - 1125 N Highland Avenue

Stop by Tazza D'Oro Cafe & Espresso Bar in Highland Park where you can drink your coffee in the cozy coffee shop or on the front patio. The popular coffee spot regularly features exclusive to Pittsburgh coffees, such as the selva negra gesha, that can only be found at Tazza D'Oro in Highland Park and at Carnegie Mellon University.

6. Espresso A Mano - 3623 Butler Street

Feel the warm summer breeze on your skin as you look out of the open window at Espresso a Mano in Lawrenceville. The coffee shop serves what it calls fine espressos as well as specialty coffee.

7. The Commonplace Coffee House - 5827 Forbes Avenue

Snag a seat alone to study or work or with friends at Commonplace Coffeehouse in Squirrel Hill. The quaint coffee house serves a full line of espressos, seasonal flavors, and homemade flavors, the latter of which includes vanilla, raspberry, ginger, honey and cinnamon, and peppermint.

8. 21st Street Coffee and Tea - 2002 Smallman Street

Sip a delicious cup of coffee or tea at 21st Street Coffee and Tea in the Strip District. The expansive menu features such java favorites as black coffee, draft coffee, espresso, cortado, latte, and mocha as well as black tea, green tea, hot chocolate, and iced tea.

After enjoying a hot cup of java at one of the best coffee shops in Pittsburgh, you might have an abundance of energy, giving you the perfect opportunity to visit these amazing places in Pittsburgh.