Dahlia Coffee Co., the woman- and Latina-owned roastery behind Cleveland favorites like the Mazapán latte, is brewing up expansion plans in Old Brooklyn. Owner Natalia Alcazar announced on social media that a second café is on the way, set to take over the former Rebel Reserve spot at 4855 Broadview Road while crews work through renovations.
Alcazar first launched Dahlia as a small concept inside the Pivot Center for Art, Dance and Expression before graduating the brand to a standalone flagship at 2085 W. 114th Street in 2024. According to Dahlia Coffee Co., the operation focuses on small-batch roasting and sells its beans alongside a lineup of specialty drinks.
Old Brooklyn Buildout Gets Underway
As reported by Cleveland.com, Dahlia is moving into the stand-alone building that previously housed The Rebel Reserve at 4855 Broadview Road. The outlet notes that Alcazar has already shared Instagram sneak peeks from inside, with a new floor, fresh paint and rebuilt walls taking shape as the team refits the interior into a café layout with indoor seating and a lawn prepped for outdoor benches.
Menu, Roasting and Vibe
Dahlia leans hard into Mexican-inspired flavors, which has helped build a devoted following. Signature drinks include the Mazapán latte, Mexican mocha and Dulce de Leche latte, all backed by beans roasted in-house. The shop roasts weekly and sells bagged coffee from its Cleveland roastery, as detailed by Cleveland Scene.
Why Broadview Matters
The corner on Broadview Road has seen its share of turnover, and the former Rebel Reserve stint at 4855 Broadview is now officially in the rearview mirror. The previous business at that address is listed as permanently closed, according to MapQuest, leaving a neighborhood-sized vacancy that Dahlia is stepping in to fill.
There is no firm opening date yet. Alcazar’s recent Instagram update showed off construction progress instead of a countdown clock, so caffeine fans will have to stay tuned. Keep an eye on Dahlia Coffee Co.’s website and social channels for official word on when the Old Brooklyn shop starts pouring.
