As I am new to the area and still exploring, I decided to venture down to the Strip District in search of local coffee. While my original destination was La Prima, I parked on 22nd St. and saw the sign for Leaf & Bean. Do keep in mind that parking is mostly going to be paid street parking and at times could be hard to find. I use to go to a great little Cigar, Craft Beer and Coffee shop over in NE Ohio so my interest was high.
I love the look of this place inside and out. You feel like you walked into Cuba. The decor is spot on for the feel I believe they are going for here. I didn't have much time so took a quick look around and they look to have an excellent selection of Cigars with all the mainstays you would expect. There were various seating areas for all of your needs and I was greeted by a gentleman right away who was very helpful in assisting me with selecting some coffee beans to take home.
There were a dozen or more selections of whole bean coffees which I was told is roasted in house. Always a plus because you know it is fresh! 1/2 pounds are $6.99 and pounds are $10.99. I settled on what I was told is a local favorite, Dancing Bear. I can attest that it is delicious as I'm sipping on a cup this morning while I write this review.
I will definitely be back for more Coffee and Cigars. I wish I had more time the day I was in for a cigar but it didn't happen. I can see this being a normal stop this spring and summer to sit outside in the evenings. With that in mind, I was also told while checking out that it is BYOB so feel free to bring your favorite to pair with a cigar!