Tazza d'Oro (Pittsburgh)
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Coffeehouse |
| Founded | June 23, 1999 |
| Headquarters | Pittsburgh , United States |
Area served | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
Key people | Amy Enrico (owner) |
| Products | Coffee, espresso, baked goods |
Number of employees | 12 |
Tazza D'Oro () is a coffeehouse and espresso bar located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded on June 23, 1999, it currently operates two venues: its original site in Highland Park and another within the Gates and Hillman Centers at Carnegie Mellon University. The café’s name translates from Italian as "Golden Cup."
Situated in Pittsburgh’s expanding specialty coffee scene, Tazza D'Oro prioritizes premium, single-origin beans sourced from Verve Coffee Roasters based in Santa Cruz, California. Around 70% of its menu items are procured locally, including baked goods supplied by the family-operated Enrico's Bakery in Jeannette, Pennsylvania. Among its offerings is a distinctive blend named "Bicycle Love," designed to appeal to the café’s cycling enthusiasts.
The establishment is owned by Amy Enrico, an entrepreneur and University of Pittsburgh alumna who co-founded nTouch Research, Inc. Her leadership is strengthened by her familial connection to the regional bakery business. With assistance from a community development nonprofit organization, Enrico launched the Highland Park location as part of efforts to rejuvenate the neighborhood.
After opening a downtown branch (which has since closed), Tazza D'Oro inaugurated its Carnegie Mellon University location in 2009. This expansion was supported by the company’s dedication to fair trade and organic coffee practices, which helped secure the lease. Employing roughly a dozen staff members, the café actively participates in community initiatives through collaborations with East Liberty Development Inc. and by hosting public meetings with local government representatives.
Marking its tenth anniversary in 2009, Tazza D'Oro experienced strong patronage and partnered with local enterprises such as East End Brewing Company, underscoring its integral role in Pittsburgh’s dynamic coffee culture and urban economic development.