Don't get us wrong, Starbucks has its place in the coffee ecosystem, but why not mix things up? If you're looking for some local flavor and a new place to do your work, check out these 26 essential coffee shops in the metro Orlando area that aren't Starbucks.
26 essential coffee shops you need to visit in Orlando instead of Starbucks
By Orlando Weekly Staff on Sat, Mar 30, 2019 at 2:23 pm
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Craft & Common
47 E. Robinson, 407-723-8078This coffee shop is more than just a place for great Instagram pictures. Make sure to try their speciality espresso drinks or their variety of cold brews while you’re there. And snack on some bacon-wrapped dates and truffle popcorn.
Photo via Yelp/Ann D.
Drunken Monkey Coffee Bar
444 N. Bumby Ave., 407-893-4994This coffee shop is an art-lovers haven. Enjoy organic coffee, vegan pastries and local art. Make sure to stop by Fridays and Saturdays for stand-up comedy night.
Photo via Yelp/Eric R.
Bubble & Co
6400 International Drive, 407-751-7340Take a trip down I-Drive and pair an espresso or an iced coffee latte with their bubble waffles and fresh pastries.
Photo via Yelp/Uyen N.
Ok, But First Coffee
7535 W. Sand Lake Road, 407-757-2000The name says it all. Pair your French toast, sandwich or fresh pastry with their Brazilian gourmet coffee selections.
Photo via Yelp/Min D.
Barnie’s Coffee & Tea
118 S. Park Ave., 407-629-0042There’s no shortage of variety here. Try one of their signature drinks like a Turkish latte or a honey lavender latte. And, if you’re craving good food, they have plenty of that. Munch on a fig and brie flatbread, french toast and so much more.
Photo via Facebook/Barnie’s Coffee & Tea
Vespr
626 N. Alafaya Trail, 407-476-3093The modern ambience of Vespr is perfect to try one of their specialty lattes or a cold brew. If you’re not feeling coffee, they also serve up wine and beer to relieve the tension of the day.
Photo via Yelp/Peter S.
Cups and Pups Coffee
While there is no permanent location for this coffee stop, you can get their coffee at local markets. They will be opening a dog park and coffee shop soon where you can get their speciality butter coffee any day you want.
Photo via Facebook/Cups and Pups Coffee.
SnowBean
5310 E. Colonial Drive, 407-270-8811This place is more than your classic coffee stop. They serve the traditional espresso, latte and affogato, but try their speciality shaved ice topped with all kinds of pastries and sweets.
Photo via Facebook/SnowBean
Austin’s Coffee
929 W. Fairbanks Ave., 407-975-3364This eclectic coffee spot has more than just coffee. Stay and play a board game if you want or visit on Wednesday nights for poetry nights. Don’t worry; your board game battles can go on all night because they're open pretty late.
Photo via Yelp/Michelle M. C.
CFS Coffee
430 W. New England Ave., 407-637-2335; also 54 W. Church St., 407-776-2900Opened in 2016, this Winter Park coffee shop brings Columbian coffee to Orlando. While sipping on worldwide flavors, enjoy one of their homemade arepas.
Photo by Monivette Cordeiro
Achilles Art Cafe
2869 Wilshire Drive, 407-704-7860Art meets caffeine at this hookah lounge/local art gallery/coffee hotspot. Stop in for a cup of their specialty latte or espresso while you enjoy a grilled cheese or even a plate of Greek meatballs.
Photo via Yelp/Chelsea Louise M.
Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux
3022 Corrine Drive, 407-427-1440Locally owned by UCF graduates and long-time Orlando residents, this stop is a perfect place to grab coffee and a sandwich like a local.
Photo via Facebook/Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux
Lineage
1011 E. Colonial Drive, 407-205-8096The sister store to the original one tucked away in East End Market, they are best known for their delicious cold brew coffee. This minimal-style shop is definitely Instagram worthy so grab a honey iced latte head on over.
Photo via Yelp/Jones L.
Stardust Video & Coffee
1842 E. Winter Park Road, 407-623-3393Located off Corrine Drive, Stardust will satisfy all your cravings. The eclectic shop serves up meatloaf sandwiches, local beers, fresh coffee and even sells books. They are open until midnight so you can get all your work done or even just people watch.
Photo via Yelp/Tori M.
Deeply Coffee
111 N. Magnolia Ave.This stop serves up all kinds of coffees, including King State coffee, which is roasted in Tampa. Stop by for a cup of joe and pair it with one of their Belgian waffles.
Photo via Yelp/Michael C.
Downtown CREDO
706 W. Smith St., 407-519-0643Tucked away on Smith Street is this gem. This place is perfect for studying or simply catching up with an old friend. One unique part is that you decide how much you pay for your coffee. Yes, it is a completely name-your-price place.
Photo via Facebook/Downtown CREDO
Dandelion Community Cafe
618 N. Thornton Ave., 407-362-1864What’s better than organic coffee and unique events for the community? Not much. Participate in a market and drum ceremony that happens every full moon (hence, the name Moon Circles) or stop in on Tuesdays to hear some local Orlando poets.
Photo via Yelp/Patrick Y.
DUO58
112 W. Mitchell Hammock Road, Oviedo, 407-900-4386Founded by a UCF graduate in 2010, DUO58 promotes local hospitality and specialty coffees. For each meal that is served, one meal will be given to a child in Haiti as part of Mission for Hope.
Photo via Facebook/Duo58
ROYAL TEA
714 N. Mills Ave.Yes, we know tea is in the name, but there’s coffee, too. Trust us. Try their traditional mousse coffee or an Americano while you’re there.
Photo via Yelp/Michael C.
Axum Coffee
146 W. Plant St., 407-654-7900This place stands out for their creative coffee selections like charcoal lattes and special seasonal drink. They even have events for things like latte art to learn how to make beautiful designs in your next cup.
Photo via Yelp/Chantel H.
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