Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters- Ybor City Cafe

Popped in for a to-go breakfast on my way to a shoot. It was a super quick detour from the highway. If you like a mocha that’s basically just grown up chocolate milk (I really do!) this place is gold. The breakfast croissant sandwich was absolutely scrumptious and the staff was super friendly. The environment was great, with big windows and a lovely, wide open seating area. It made me wish I had time to pull out my laptop to work, or my book to read. I’ll definitely be back!

one of my favorite local coffee shops to visit when my partner is working at YCTC around the corner. every employee who works here has been so sweet and makes our food/drinks perfect every time. thank you for existing blind tiger!!!

Amazing atmosphere, makes me feel safe from the loud crowds in Florida. I ordered the Café Bombon (coffee + sweet condensed milk) and it was delicious. I drink a lot of Starbucks/ coffee in general, and this one stands out. Sister of mine got the Dirty Theiger (Thai Tea + Espresso) and it was DELISH. Would come back again, staff was very friendly.

One of the coolest coffee shops I've experienced. Kind staff, great cold brew, chill vibes.

Overall good! The bombon and thaiger were good drinks. However, my reason for 4 stars is the price. We paid $17 USD for 2 large drinks which seems overpriced.

I have been looking for a homey feel type of coffee shop that I could enjoy a drink with delicious sideorder. I have to say that nestled right in the middle of busy Ybor I didn't think that I would find this cozy place. Only item to maybe change next time is the matcha/coconut drink as it felt a bit watery to me, but it might be because of the coconut part although it is only syrup and the milk chosen for it was oat. Will definitely give this place a second chance and try something different. Update: This place has become my little peace away from the craziness of every day to dedicate time for me to decompress and work on to-do items on my tablet. I have learned that trusting the amazing staff by just telling them what flavors or food I am in the mood for works wonders. So far, not once have I been disappointed in what they create with my cravings.

It was ok coffee. Staff were friendly and it looks like a nice place to sit in side but I had to get going so I took my coffee to go and it was fine. Not great but not bad. I had higher expectations for five bucks a coffee it should be enjoyable but it wasn’t.

Great huge coffee place you can enjoy light food and nice hot or cold drinks and work on your stuff with laptop or read an ebook. Free WiFi w no passcode and bathrooms are nice. Staff are great. The place is decorated nicely with sewing machines and the tiger logo and they sell items w their cool logo. The Dirty Thaiger (Thai iced coffee) is so good. The coffee is also good. They are open early and there is metered parking right next to the shop. They have books you can read, games, and a chess table. I love this place and would come back anytime.

Oh. My. GOSH! I literally came here based on the aesthetics and the vibe, to be honest. But what I got was so much more. I was absolutely mind blown by the Dirty Thaiger Tea (I think) it was called - it's a Thai tea with some espresso and spices.. just wow. It's really unlike anything I've ever had before so I can't compare it to anything! I'm typically a chai tea / shaken espresso type girly so if you're into drinks like that then I would definitely go ahead and give this a whirl. The staff is so super friendly / service is great, adorable instagramable vibes of course and honestly not terrible prices for as boutique-y as it is. I will 100% return for this drink specifically the next time I'm at this mall!

Blind Tiger? More like Grind Tiger 'cause this coffee WOKE me up. No tigers in sight, but the espresso pounced. 10/10 would get ambushed again.

Came here randomly on a Sunday with some friends and OMG we were dancing at 10am the DJ was awesome, food AMAZING, Coffee was great, customer service, ambiance everything was amazing the owners are doing everything right this place got more packed by the minute !!

Walked in on a Thursday morning walk and tried the matcha with honey. First time having matcha in this fashion and it was tasty. The service was great. The ambiance of the place is relaxing and they have a chess board. Stop by and check this spot out if in Ybor.

What an effortlessly cool place! They've moved, a few doors west to 1831 7th Ave-right next to Acropolis. This space is large-so many spots to sit and sip, or work, or both. The vibe is chill, the staff is friendly and the merch is hip. Not a bad way to start the day! So, the coffee is the star, but they also have loose leaf teas. When I was there in (April 2025) they had several types of lemonade (which I'll remember, for when I'm in that mood) and I'm pretty excited about coming hungry, since the food menu has some fun options. The interior is somehow bright and moody at the same time. I love that! I wonder what the history of this building is? The large wooden serving counter probably has a story or two to tell. You can sort of sink into the lore here. There's steet parking out front and several large pay parking lots nearby. I love walking with the famous roosters to get here. This place weaves perfectly into the Ybor tapestry. Come check it out.

I love this spot! Get the dirty Thai-ger - so good! This location has a lot of seating and good vibes. It's usually pretty busy on the weekend but they get food/drinks out quickly!

If you're in Ybor make sure to make this stop a priority! Not only is it an aesthetic cafe, the food is super yummy! The inside decor is very cute and they even decorated for the holidays (seasonal drinks included). The nutty bowl was delicious, if you're a peanut butter fan this is the item to get. My father got the breakfast tacos and said they were "damn delicious". The individuals working were all sweethearts as well, they gave lovely recommendations and made sure I liked what I was getting.

Really solid nitro cold brew - lots of space to work inside, really interesting menu that I want to try but didn't get to try.

The server was friendly. The location is clean and very book reader friendly. The food came out fast and the bagel was soft and SOOO GOOD! Will be coming back

Stopped in here today for a coffee fix. Got a cafe con leche and my husband did the cookie butter. Decent con leche but the cookie butter was really good. Place was clean and smelled like good coffee. I'd stop in again, prices are comparable to the rest

The food was alright. My friend got a muffin and said it didn't taste good. The service was very nice, the staff are so kind! The ambiance is very inviting, however it's not study friendly. None of the outlets at the booths work. The only functioning outlet is one in the far back that's a round table and the outlet is on the actual wall, not a booth. The bathrooms are super clean and require a door code.

This is a popular chain in this area. We don't have this in CA. I stopped here while walking around Ybor and picked up a nutty bowl as a snack. The decor is cool and service was efficient.

Very chic coffee spot in Ybor. Staff was amazing making great recommendations. I had a hot tea and a breakfast sandwich. Everything was excellent!

Stopped here while exploring historic Ebor city, nice place with amble seating and an interest array of drink options. I tried the DIRTY THAIGER iced since I'm always a fan of a good dirty chai as a midday pick me up. It the spot with a smooth espresso and spicy sweetness of the chai. I felt that the chai could have a little more spice but that's definitely a personal preference. Overall nice place to stop for coffee!

Came in just to get a quick drink, beautiful location. This is our new location in Ybor city service was wonderful and fast ! I'll be back !

Great coffee, bagel sandwiches and service. We like Blind Tigers new location in Ybor City and definitely recommend it to others.

Went here initially to grad a quick breakfast sandwich and ended up getting lured into ordering drinks by their fun flavors. We told the barista to choose for all three of us so while I wish I could recall exactly what each of us ordered, I'd 100% recommend letting them suggest fun flavors to you! All of our drinks were so fun and delicious. The matcha is some of the best I've had in tampa, not too sweet yet not too bitter. The barista was so kind and made our experience so awesome. There's also plenty of seating in here!!

Let me just start by saying this: Move over, Starbucks. There's a new king in town. I'm talking about Blind Tiger at Ybor City -- a place I accidentally stumbled into and walked out completely blown away. I came in thinking I'd just grab a quick coffee and maybe answer a few emails. I'm a Tampa native -- I've seen Ybor go through its phases. But nothing prepared me for what I was about to experience. First of all, the vibe? Spot on. Industrial charm mixed with vintage Florida cool. It felt like I walked into a hidden speakeasy and a trendy brunch spot had a beautiful baby. Exposed brick, creative artwork, smooth lighting -- you feel cool just sitting there. Then it happened. I noticed music in the background... not a playlist, not elevator jazz -- a live DJ setting the tone for a proper weekend brunch party. That's when I realized -- this isn't just a coffee shop. This is the spot for a next-level brunch experience. Plates started coming out of the kitchen, and I swear, people were dancing in their chairs. I asked one of the friendly staff (shoutout to Amanda!) what was going on and she said, "It's our brunch -- every weekend, DJ and all." Wait... hold on. You're telling me Blind Tiger is slinging out cold brew and brunch with beats? That's when I decided to cancel my afternoon meetings. I had to lean in. I ordered the avocado toast (because apparently, that's what you do when there's a DJ and you're over 30), and then followed it up with their Cuban-inspired breakfast bowl. Folks, this wasn't just good -- this was chef's kiss greatness. Fresh, flavorful, inventive. And the coffee? Rich, smooth, perfectly roasted -- a major upgrade from the usual burnt stuff we've been conditioned to accept. Here's where it gets even crazier -- I asked if this was their only location, and Amanda smiled and said, "Oh no, we've got ten in the Tampa area." TEN. How did I not know about this? Where have I been living -- under a rock? Tampa has been holding out on me. As someone who's lived and worked in this city for years, I can honestly say Blind Tiger is raising the bar. Local, community-focused, stylish without being snobby, and fun without trying too hard. That's a rare mix. Bottom line? I came in for a coffee. I left a full-blown convert. Blind Tiger isn't just a place to get your caffeine fix -- it's a full experience. Whether you're grabbing a latte on a Tuesday morning or vibing out to a live DJ over eggs and mimosas on a Sunday, this place delivers. Frank Miranda approves -- and you'll catch me at Blind Tiger more often than not. Tampa, we've got a gem here.

Really interesting coffee shop I wasn't sure if things were going to be handcrafted or if they were going to be more done in mass. Really big open space with lots of room for sitting and lots of natural light. They have nice restrooms if you're a pain client which are very clean. The staff was very nice and explained the history of the coffee in the area as well as what specialty drinks they had. I had this special tea that had espresso shots and a bunch of cinnamon in it that was served ice it was very good. Definitely a place to check out if you're in the area.

This was a nice spot for a quick cup of coffee. It was spacious and clean. Plenty to choose from and most importantly, coffee was delicious.

I love this place! Their matcha is excellent, I've enjoyed the caramel apple flavor in the fall as well as other flavors. Their signature drink, the dirty thaiger, is good too and you can make it vegan with a different milk choice. Everyone is always very friendly and I like to bring my dog to socialize her and get her used to people in the busy shop.

Great huge coffee place you can enjoy light food and nice hot or cold drinks and work on your stuff with laptop or read an ebook. Free WiFi w no passcode and bathrooms are nice. Staff are great. The place is decorated nicely with sewing machines and the tiger logo and they sell items w their cool logo. The Dirty Thaiger (Thai iced coffee) is so good. The coffee is also good. They are open early and there is metered parking right next to the shop. They have books you can read, games, and a chess table. I love this place and would come back anytime.

This is my first time going into the new location for Blind Tiger at Ybor. The is so much more space having natural light coming thru the windows. The menu had their classics. I got the ice cafe con leche and my sister got their Thai tea. These two drinks are so refreshing. I like how they make their drinks not too sweet. There is self serve sugar that you can use to adjust the sweetness. Due to the nature of both drinks, they have some sort of milk based even with other milk substitutes. So just be weary when you order if you are sensitive to lactose. But, there are a lot more drink options with plant based subs. The service is really good. We were welcomed by a nice gentleman. He was really patient with us as we took our time browsing the menu. He didn't try to rush us, even if there is a line forming behind us. Overall, this was an easy 5 stars!

Great coffee in a cool building in Ybor city. I like the cup design And the hipster vibe in the middle oftown

Cool ambiance, food, and overall experience. I got their avocado turkey sandwich with a chai tea latte - experience was good, beautiful location, nice staff and the order was prepared quickly. This is a great spot to get some remote work done or catch up with a friend.

Love the vibe. Great place to remote work as well. Bright and happy spot. Enjoy my visits here.

Staff sucks..... Place an order and wait 30min or more for a simple coffee.............................................

The Food was Fresh and Great. The Service was also quick and friendly. The atmosphere was warm and lively.

I had the pleasure of visiting this café on a nice Saturday morning after a fun workout. I decided to order their signature drink, the Dirty Thaiger and I also ordered the breakfast sandwich. The drink was delicious! I loved the combination of Thai tea and espresso. It was not too sweet and it had a nice spice from the tamarind and cardamom. My breakfast sandwich paired nicely with this. The breakfast sandwich came with egg, spinach, tomato, cheese, and an aioli spread all served in toasted Cuban bread. It was very filling and delicious! The ambience it very nice. It's located in the center of downtown Ybor. The Saturday Market is a short distance away, not that bad of a walk. The café has a speakeasy, relaxed vibe. The service was quick and friendly. The workers were knowledgeable about the menu and made helpful suggestions. This was my first time visiting a Blind Tiger Café. I really enjoyed my experience and I can't wait to return for another Dirty Thaiger and breakfast sandwich. I recommend to others to check this place out as well.

I think their vegan tacos and strawberry lemonade were great. My husband said he liked the turkey avocado sandwich. The staff were very friendly too. I plan to come back here soon to study or play another game of chess.

WOW!!! Excellent breakfast tacos! Fresh and exploding with flavor My daughter's said her açaí bowl was amazing... Very friendly service and the food was prepared rather quickly too...

We got the breakfast tacos & breakfast sandwich, cookie butter latte & a drip coffee, all was phenomenal. Decor inside was cool & loved the plentiful seating. Bathrooms were small but clean and you needed a code to get inside but I didn't have to ask because I overheard the cashier telling it to another customer. Really like the location on the main drag in Ybor City near a bunch of other neat shops and not too far from the streetcar stop. Will come again the next time we're nearby!

This cafe was just okay - service was quick, but the coffee I got was just okay and the avocado toast was pretty meh. It's a decent stop in the area but not worth a special trip. Inside the cafe is clean and has plenty of seating. If you want to get some work done it's probably a good place, but I didn't end up spending much time as it's a bit busy.

The atmosphere on a Saturday afternoon was a chill vibe. The music wasn't too loud. Which was perfect for reading my book. The only downside to the atmosphere was the front door slamming closed every time someone came in or left. I got the Dirty Thaiger. It was unique from other dirty chais I've had. Not bad, just different. I also got the Margherita flat bread. Not the best. The tomato sauce was too sweet. Maybe switch to a traditional tomato base for the Flatbread? And an excessive amount of what looks like pesto sauce poured on top. All in all, it's a good place to come and chill. And the coffee is pretty good. The staff are friendly and fast.

I ordered the dirty thaiger (Thai iced tea, espresso shot, cinnamon) and really enjoyed it. It was spacious and bright with lots of seating; however, I only stopped by to get something to go.

Spent an easy Sunday morning at Blind Tiger in Ybor and don't regret it. The cafe area itself is pretty simple, I'm excited for the expansion that I believe is in the works - adding a rooftop. Service was quick and helpful. There were plenty of employees working hard to get orders out efficiently. We love to grab an extra bag of espresso beans to use for our lattes at home!

This place is a cute local spot. Their breakfast sandwich was good. We also had as lattes which were good

Fun, laidback environment for a nice weekend morning coffee run. Staff is friendly and drinks are excellent! Then you can walk across the street to the local little Farmers Market

Love the food and ambience. Their Cuban bread is delicious! Highly recommend to get it.

Great all around: people, prices, atmosphere. I really enjoy coming to a local and divvy place where people of varying ages are sipping good coffee. And even in the early hours, this place was filled with folks. The dirty thaiger was amazing. I'm a super fan of Thai tea since it always gives me the caffeine punch that I need. And to have it with coffee, yes please! I think the double shot espresso is overkill, but sharing it definitely helps spread out the caffeine overdose. The cheese and gauva pastry was pretty sizable and hit the spot: flaky and sweet. When warmed up, it was goozy and pretty delectable.

I stopped in yesterday around 10am, and ordered a cup of drip coffee to go. The coffee was poured from a large urn and was cold. When I noted the coffees temp, they poured me a replacement cup from a large urn of decaf, which was also cold. I asked for a refund which they did. It was obvious that both of the employees behind the counter were annoyed. I didn't have time to go elsewhere before my next appointment so no coffee for me..

If you're looking for a fun place to grab a cup of coffee in Tampa, you have to check out Blind Tiger! One of my favorites to grab is the Dirty Thaiger, which is iced espresso, Thai tea, and sweetened condensed milk. It's bright orange and super instagrammable, and also tastes really good. I also enjoy the Cafe Bombom. The inside of the cafe is always decorated with fun decor such as dressed up skeletons! They also have chess and some boardgames.

Walking by, one of the employees (we didn't know they were an employee at the time) was eating a great looking sandwich at a table outside. After walking a ways further, we were hungry and decided to double back and asked about the sandwich. The Blind Tiger looked more like a coffee house, but we ordered two Cubans. It was the best Cuban I'd ever had!

Best coffee in town. Really smooth. Great Barristas and really nice ambience. Their food is fresh and excellent.

Alright first off the place is pretty cool looking. It's clean and trendy. The food.. eh. I've ordered a few items and they all sucked. I don't come here for the food. My only actual issue is the lids. Does anyone else get a leaky top? Every time I order the dirty thaiger it always leaks on my clothes. Maybe the drink name implies you will be dirty after drinking this cup of coffee. Maybe I'm just an idiot. Maybe ... I'm blind. I hope they get better lids. Lids that are tight. Firm. Secure. Here's a photo of my new dirty Thaiger shirt.

By far one of the coolest coffee shops I've been to in awhile! The entire theme is so on point- from the logo to the decorations, and the giant mural of a tiger on the wall, it's a vibe. Plus, they have some good actual food to get here too, sometimes coffee shops really only have like small bakery items, but these guys have açaí bowls and avocado toast and other things, and I always appreciate that. So naturally, I got an açaí bowl and I really enjoyed it! But my favorite was trying their signature drink- The "Blind THAIger"- so punny. As the name may hint, it is a thai coffee with condensed milk as the sweetener, and the best surprise is that the coffee is actually colored orange, just like a tiger! So fun, and it tasted absolutely divine! It wasn't too sweet but just right, I can't even describe except that you need to try it for yourself and have your taste buds blessed. This is just such a fun shop and I'm glad there are some other locations in the Tampa Bay area as well, for I will certainly be visiting many more times.

We're visiting from Jacksonville and stopped in for our morning coffee. The service, and coffee were excellent. This space is also cool. I love the old bar top that stretches almost the entire length of the shop.

Blind Tiger is a cool coffee spot in Ybor City in the heart of the action. They practice social distancing, require masks for service, have touchless payment, and the staff wear both masks and gloves. To start, it was Monday morning and the place was pretty empty. But they had a trickle of patron, many getting refills. I asked to taste the coffee before I ordered. I didn't care for their coffee. It had an acid after taste which I really don't like. So I settled on a cafe con leche which wasn't much better. Still though the service was good. I also ordered an avocado toast which was tasty. They put a chili sauce on it I really liked. Thought though they could have chosen a more healthy bread to put it on. It comes on a big slice of Cuban pan which was good, but I am sure I exceeded my bread intake for the day. I did enjoy myself and was grateful for their wifi. Finally, I wanted to thank them for the sign that says "Black Lives Matter." It means a lot when an establishment acknowledges that my life means something to them. That added touch turned this 3 star review into a 4 star. Thank you Blind Tiger!

Cute spot in Ybor for coffee and some breakfast/lunch bites! Had a cold brew with lavender and strawberry rose syrup and was delicious! Tasted like great strawberry ice cream! It's nice to find more unique coffee flavors as someone who doesn't like just plain coffee Also enjoyed the bagel sandwich as well! Will definitely go back!