Q: positive

A: I've only been in Pittsburgh for a week, so I don't want to jump the gun by declaring Lili my favorite coffee shop in Pittsburgh. But considering I've been here maybe half a dozen times already, it's certainly my most-visited. For me, this place is pretty close to perfect. Pros: 1. Delicious, inexpensive (of course, I'm coming from Chicago and New York, so my idea of inexpensive is a little skewed) drinks. I've had a couple of iced lattes that were really spot on at $2.75 2. Satisfying chai that tastes a little bit different from your standard Oregon Chai concentrate 3. Green Manalsihi Smoothie--all sorts of fruit and spinach and juice, blended to a gorgeous green. Again, reasonable at $3.75 4. $1 day old pastries that honestly do not taste a day old--they could sell them for full price and fool me 5. A front room that is more social/buzzing (though by no means loud) and a back room that is more quiet and perfect for studying BONUS: Everyone here, from baristas to customers, seems to be a major babe with more tattoos than Pittsburgh has bridges The only con I can really think of is that it's a bit out of the way for me, but there's a bus stop literally right in front of the store, which makes it pretty convenient. Trying to time the buses can be a little annoying because they come very rarely and I don't have a bus schedule (seriously, does Pittsburgh make bus maps? I've looked everywhere I could think of and haven't found one), but this place is worth it.

Q: positive

A: I had a groupon for a 50 minute facial. The lobby is very nice and the lady at the front is very friendly. My facial was excellent. The only complaint I would have is that they don't have private rooms. It is one big room with cubicles divided by sheets. I could hear others talking and the door into the area constantly opening and closing. It throws off the relaxation vibe a bit.

Q: negative

A: Although the environment outside under a beautiful tree was ideal.... The food selection and portions were very small. Presentation, taste and service was very disappointing. I would not suggest it!!!!

Q: positive

A:
So I've been searching for a new nail place for a while.... Stayed loyal to my nail tech for 12+ years and then moved. Found a new place by my new house. Look, I tried it for a couple months but it just wasn't working out. I averaged 1 1/2 hours in her chair every 2 weeks for the same acrylic fill I would normally get in 45 min - 1 hour. Time to move on... Called more shops/salons then I care to remember and came across The Nail Room. The day I called they were able to get me in at the time I wanted after work. By this time I was almost 3 weeks out from my last appointment and was in desperate need of beautiful nails - the way I wanted them! I arrived 15 minutes early and although there was nobody at the reception desk, I was greeted almost immediately. She checked the book and my technician came out. I explained what I had been going through the last couple of months and how I wanted my nails done. Cash brought out a large box of color wheels and I quickly found the pink I wanted. He got to work on my nails and explained some problems he found. I wasn't too surprised and was glad he pointed the issues out. Cash seemed reserved and very quiet at first. After a while he became more talkative and funny, but rarely looked up from my hands. He was extremely detail-oriented which I appreciate. Even with the mess my nails were in, and with 2 repairs to do (acrylic had completely popped off two nails), I was out of there in less than an hour. My nails looked gorgeous and I was thrilled!! I will see how they stand up in the next 2 weeks and will check in again. If all goes well, I am a fan of The Nail Room and will be setting up appts for every two weeks with Cash. The shop is clean, clean, clean, the girls/guys friendly, and I am pleased beyond words!