Located in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District on Cleveland's near west side Gypsy Beans is so much more than a cafe-- it's a community institution. Whether you're there for an informal meeting (there is always a handful of Cleveland movers and shakers taking meetings there), to get work/studying done with your headphones on using the complimentary WiFi, or just enjoying some coffee it's easy to feel happy and at home at Gypsy.
The artisanal baked goods here are the real stars. The pastries, cookies, and especially the muffins are all excellent. Gypsy is also a great spot for a quick lunch with a solid menu of healthy and delicious salads and sandwiches. My go-to is the Open-Faced Hummus Sandwich: a couple pieces of lightly toasted grain bread with a heaping spoonful of smooth hummus topped with artichoke hearts, crushed pistachios and roasted red peppers. All sandwiches come with a choice of side (get the Curried Lentils!) and a pickle. While it's nothing that I couldn't make at home it's so good that I hardly order anything else when I'm here for lunch.
Whatever you're in the mood for drinking - coffees and teas (hot or iced), flavored lattes, or fruit smoothies - Gypsy has you covered.