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Cuisinart - Espresso Bar Grind & Brew Espresso Machine - Black
Average customer rating
4.6
(19 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 19 reviews
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95%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Cuisinart - Espresso Bar Grind & Brew Espresso Machine - Black
Customer Rating
5
Amazing espresso machine!
on March 30, 2025
Posted by: Lana10
from USA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love the Cuisinart Espresso Bar Grind & Brew Espresso Machine! I am so impressed by the ease and quality of the espresso it makes. It came with a stainless steel milk jug, single shot espresso filter, double shot espresso filter, tamping puck, dosing guide and cleaning brush. It also had a little recipe book with a wide variety of espresso drinks. The machine itself looks beautiful! Definitely something that I can have out on the counter. The stainless steel areas do show fingerprints though, so I do a quick wipe down after I use it. As I mentioned, it's very easy and convenient to use. I don't need any other equipment. It grinds the beans, helps with tamping down the grounds and pulls a perfect single or double espresso shot. There's a cold setting if you're making iced drinks. For the hot drinks, you can use the milk frothing wand. I would wholeheartedly recommend this espresso machine. It makes my life so much easier!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Home Tester Club
Customer Rating
4
Dedicated Espresso Bar
on March 30, 2025
Posted by: Vivian6
from USA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Whoever designed the Cuisinart Espresso Bar must have had home baristas in mind because this machine has just about everything you need to make a great cup of espresso at home.
It heats up fast within 30s. The conical burr grinder is quiet with 16 grind settings ranging from coarse to fine. The 75oz water reservoir can be removed or refilled from the top for convenience. The machine also comes with a dual sided leveler, a spring loaded tamping puck, a dosing guide, 54mm bottomless portafilter with single & double shot espresso filters—a pretty complete setup. The accessory storage tray is tucked behind the drip tray, that helps keep things organized. The brew volume is pre-set for a 4oz extraction, but you can adjust it to your preference.
Cons: Water drips after extraction stops, and the steam function is slow to heat and warm milk. It has a cold extraction feature but I haven’t used it. It’s also bulky and heavy, so plan for space.
Aesthetic: 3/5. Performance: 4.5/5.
It heats up fast within 30s. The conical burr grinder is quiet with 16 grind settings ranging from coarse to fine. The 75oz water reservoir can be removed or refilled from the top for convenience. The machine also comes with a dual sided leveler, a spring loaded tamping puck, a dosing guide, 54mm bottomless portafilter with single & double shot espresso filters—a pretty complete setup. The accessory storage tray is tucked behind the drip tray, that helps keep things organized. The brew volume is pre-set for a 4oz extraction, but you can adjust it to your preference.
Cons: Water drips after extraction stops, and the steam function is slow to heat and warm milk. It has a cold extraction feature but I haven’t used it. It’s also bulky and heavy, so plan for space.
Aesthetic: 3/5. Performance: 4.5/5.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Home Tester Club
Customer Rating
5
Amazing quality and user friendly!
on March 30, 2025
Posted by: LyssK2229
from USA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall, I really enjoyed the espresso grind and brew machine. As a coffee drinker who weighs and grinds their own beans, I was a bit hesitant about accuracy, but it comes out perfect every time. The option for a double or single shot is also so great, and I personally enjoy the option to do a cold espresso shot! This was perfect for my iced lattes, or my favorite every day drink of protein shake with a double shot of espresso.
This is so easy to clean and maintain, and the directions are very straight forward which I appreciate.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Home Tester Club
Customer Rating
3
Sadly disappointed
on April 2, 2025
Posted by: MamaMarie6
from USA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was so excited to receive this espresso machine, but sadly, it didn't live up to the expectation.
I have followed every instruction, read, and reread the manual. The grinding works great. The hot water is definitely HOT! The frother worked great. The major issue is that the pressure builds up in the portafilter, but nothing comes out! The pressure ends up releasing scortching water into the drip tray. I've tried numerous ways and all 16 grind settings. The only time I got a better result was when I used the double shot filter for a single shot service. But even then, it splatted everywhere and hardly made it into the cup. Overall, I think if the filter was a bit different, maybe it would work better.
I have followed every instruction, read, and reread the manual. The grinding works great. The hot water is definitely HOT! The frother worked great. The major issue is that the pressure builds up in the portafilter, but nothing comes out! The pressure ends up releasing scortching water into the drip tray. I've tried numerous ways and all 16 grind settings. The only time I got a better result was when I used the double shot filter for a single shot service. But even then, it splatted everywhere and hardly made it into the cup. Overall, I think if the filter was a bit different, maybe it would work better.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Home Tester Club
Customer Rating
4
Great coffee, but takes effort
on April 3, 2025
Posted by: Arichter3176
from USA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I followed the directions carefully. I was a bit overwhelmed at first. There is definitely a learning curve. The coffee was very hot and delicious. You really taste the flavor. I thoroughly enjoyed my cup but it was a lengthy process. I think the more I use it the easier it will be. It is definitely a great machine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Home Tester Club
Customer Rating
5
An espresso lovers dream
on April 3, 2025
Posted by: Carrie00009
from USA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Such a high quality espresso machine. Set up was a breeze. Large water reservoir and nothing tastes better than freshly ground espresso every morning. The grinder can hold up to a full cup ( 8 oz) of whole beans. We've used both pre ground espresso but have mostly been a fan of grinding our own as nothing compares the the flavor and aroma in my opinion. The milk steamer is the best. Perfectly hot and frothy milk. We've made cappuccinos, latte's, and my daughter has been using the hot water feature for her Matcha's in the morning. Convenient storage under the drip tray for accessories and the machine itself is very aesthetically pleasing. Cannot say enough great things about this machine. It has become our family meeting spot in the mornings and something we all look forward to using. Fantastic quality and I highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Home Tester Club
Customer Rating
5
My favorite thing in my house!
on April 4, 2025
Posted by: George874
from USA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This espresso machine is the main character in my kitchen now! From the built in grinder that you can customize for single or double shots, or the cold brew setting where you can get your shot of espresso COLD, this machine does the most and does it WELL. It’s sleek, easy to use, and makes the most delicious coffee house style coffees without me having to leave my house. The crema is perfection, the steam wand is powerful for frothing, and the aroma when it’s brewing fills my house with pure joy! If you’re an espresso lover who’s serious about their morning (or mid afternoon) coffee, this machine is it. A total upgrade!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Home Tester Club
Customer Rating
5
Turns my home into a cafe!
on April 4, 2025
Posted by: AnnieC5
from USA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great semi automatic espresso machine for people who enjoy making espresso-based drinks at home.
The size of the coffee machine is bigger than your usual drip coffee or k-cup machines but it's for good reason. It comes with built in grinder with 16 grinding levels, esspresoo extraction area with stainless steel bottomless portafilter, and a frothing wand for steaming milk or hot water.
This is my first time trying an espresso machine with bottomless portafilter so it took a bit to get used to, but the results have been pretty impressive so far. The espresso shots are consistently well extracted. And the steam from the frothing wand is strong and heats up the milk quickly and evenly.
One of my favorite features would be the front loaded water reservoir, I love that I can just refill water from the top instead of taking the whole reservoir out. The machine also comes with all the tools you would need, I find the dosing guide and the tamping puck particularly useful.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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