40 Best Coffee Shops in Cleveland

“1st the service is top tier. Amir does a wonderful job and helped make some recommendations that made my bubble waffle taste great. I’ve never experienced a bubble waffle and it’s the prefect combination of soft with a bit of crunch. The apple bourbon gelato that he recommended was the prefect added touch. The price is prefect. I enjoyed the atmosphere. Even the people passing by were nice and welcoming. Made for a perfect quiet Sunday treat for a mom needing some me time. I would absolutely visit again and bring my kids or for some more alone time :)“

“Always impressed with the drink and food menu selections - I stopped in right before close for their seasonal specials and the sunburst latte (pictured) was fantastic! Thankful for the friendly and knowledgeable baristas.“

“Great food & staff! Huge variety of sweet treats & savory food options.“

“The coffee and service were great, but unfortunately the baked goods were not. My son and I each got a lemon poppyseed scone, and they had a strange taste. They didn't really taste like lemon at all, and I couldn't eat it. We took our order to go or I would have said something. I would go back for the coffee and atmosphere.“

“Love this place! The service is excellent. All of the workers are so friendly! Highly recommend all of the iced coffee and Irish soda bread and scones. Such a great spot in west park!“

“Great burgers from vegan to beef made to order“

“With creative cold brew mixtures, vegan pastries, and amazing cappuccinos this place is definitely worth the trip. Hidden in Waterloo Arts District, this place has an industrial aesthetic and comfortable feel that is great for working. Their seasonal smoked vanilla cold brews, chocolate orange cappuccinos or amaretto pear cappuccinos are worth the trip in themselves.“

“amazing coffee and the most kind employees“

“Delicious Coffees and Sandwiches! I highly recommend it!“

“We have a fabulous contractor on our property who has brought us treats from your amazing bakery…chocolate croissants and today, delicious cupcakes...almost too beautiful to bite into! We are new to the area but a visit in person is a must. A big thanks to John for his generosity and the best bake goods we have ever had. Baking from scratch with fresh ingredients and your skill produces the ultimate treat!“

“We went around 1:30pm on March7th. Food was very good. Had wine and cocktails. Service was outstanding. Female server and she was probably the best server I have ever had. I would only recommend that there were more appetizers. Bread was outstanding as well as the croissants. Vegetarian dishes were very good as well as the Broccoli melt. We were able to find parking on the street.“

“the staff was very knowledgeable and friendly“

“Just what you'd expect in a small, boutique coffee shop, and then some. My flat white with an extra shot was perfectly roasted pressed and brewed, nothing fancy, nothing skimpy, just spot on balance and rich flavor. And the chai was the real deal, as well - none of that packet s***. Very impressed.“

“the cutest coffee shop !! classic games like corn hole and connect 4 at the tables, a wide variety of coffee, and tons of snacks. the barista serving us was incredibly sweet, and i had the best iced mocha ever. this is one place i’ll always remember during my trip to cleveland <3“

“First time here and it's amazing. Very clean and calm environment. I will definitely be back.“

“We had brunch at Lucky's Cafe on Sunday April 14, 2024. I have so many things to say about this place, so let's just start at the beginning. We found street parking right out front. There is not a designated parking lot. For a party of two, we were quoted a 40 minute wait. After only about 15 minutes, we got a call that our table was ready. We were seated at a table right next to the kitchen door which was a bit chaotic, but worked fine for our party. Our waitress was very attentive and quickly got our drink orders. I ordered a Thai iced tea and Kevin got an iced Lucky's latte. Both very good but nothing special. For our meals we ordered the biscuits and the shipwreck. Seasonal vegetables in the shipwreck included bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. Very generous portions and delicious. The fresh fruit side with the shipwreck consisted of half a strawberry, slice of pineapple, and wedge of orange. Seems like not much, but was the perfect amount of a refreshing sweet bite after the large plate of everything else. On the table was a house made sweet and smoky hot sauce that I used on every bite of the shipwreck. So delicious. Saved my last piece of toast to eat with their house made blackberry/raspberry/grape jam. Incredible. Included large pieces of fruit, which I love in a fresh jam. And I haven't even mentioned the pecan bacon*. After my first bite, I was thanking our waitress for bringing it up and telling us about it. Definitely would normally overlook getting something like that as a side dish. There are also several vegetarian options on the menu, with one dish able to be made vegan by getting the toast with no butter.We interacted with several staff members at different phases of our meal. Everyone from the hostess, to the barista, our waitress, and the other servers helping to run food/clear plates was abundantly friendly and helpful. One waiter passing by noticed us looking at the art above our table, which was an original painting from a local artist, and told us some interesting facts about the piece. Felt like a true collaborative team working to make the best experience for all guests.Overall, service was incredible and food was delicious. The only reason I am knocking one star off "atmosphere" is due to the fact that this place is not accessible for people in wheelchairs/other disabilities. You have to walk up a step just to get in the front door, and the entryway is so cramped with a pasty/coffee counter plus the host stand. The aisles are very narrow and people are constantly getting in each other's way. There is also only one single-use bathroom. Everything was just fine for us, but definitely something to be aware of if you are planning a trip here!*Pecan bacon comes with 3 pieces, but I got too excited as soon as the plate came out!Want to try: cinnamon roll, blueberry smoothieVegetarian options: A few options including waffles and macaroni & cheese. One dish able to be made veganWheelchair accessibility: None. Steps to get in the building and narrow walkways with more steps inside.“

“Everything Was Amazing!!! Take some treats home and put them in oven and OMG!!! Recommend 100%“

“After Chicago​ Coffee​ Expo​ 2024 roadtrip Heading to Niagara​ Falls​driving back to Chicago​ again​ and visit friend​ in Cleveland​ she took us to Blue Sky cafefirst not high expectation because​ with week in Downtown​ Chicago​ can't​ find good coffee only burnt coffeebut I try to order Espresso​then looking​ for coffee​ in Hopper​"should​ be good" because​ look nice! with bean colorfisrt sip is very enjoy with citrus Caramel​ sweet aftertaste2 cup of Espresso​ finish​ with impressive“

“I went to Cleveland for my birthday and I love to just walk around new cities and try new coffee shops. We came across this shop and tried it out. I was expecting to get a coffee but a gentleman there stated that I should try to chai tea. Boy, was he ever correct. It had to be the most amazing chai tea I've ever had. It had a very smooth taste, with a nice hint of fresh ground cinnamon on top. Not overly sweet like a desert, but just right. The barista that works there was also very friendly and we chatted a bunch about a lot of cool topics. I definitely recommend it!“

“Well, I must say this is the BEST coffee in Cleveland - and up there with the best coffee in LA/NEW YORK! Especially delightful is the seasonal pumpkin-sage latte and the sage & seasalt bagel (both pictured). The décor is modern without being too cool, Nordic minimalism with uses of whites & natural woods- with the added warmth of art & hand-drawn prints on the walls. All in all- A+ experience!“

“Enjoyed my time working remotely here. My coffee was great, and service was excellent!“

“Love this cute place. Just make reservations if you want to hang with the cats. The cafe offers a variety of coffee and teas. I got the breakfast blend tea and it was a good strong tea and the water was perfect temp not too hot but hot enough. They have a variety of baked goods. I got a carrot cake pop tart and it was delicious. I didn't expect it to be that good. The baristas are very helpful in directing you in their variety of cafe drinks. Highly recommend.“

“I love mochas and I get them almost everywhere and I’ve never had a mocha as delicious as their Mexican mocha. Absolutely amazing! I wish I was in town more often! The service was also absolutely amazing and the two in there were so sweet and personable!“

“With creative cold brew mixtures, vegan pastries, and amazing cappuccinos this place is definitely worth the trip. Hidden in Waterloo Arts District, this place has an industrial aesthetic and comfortable feel that is great for working. Their seasonal smoked vanilla cold brews, chocolate orange cappuccinos or amaretto pear cappuccinos are worth the trip in themselves.“

“Stop by Lekko, order an Ube Latte, and enjoy this bright space with lots of greenery and beautiful decor. This is one of my favorite coffee shops in Cleveland whether it is cold or sunny out. The decor and how relaxing it is so worth it. Some of the art on the wall is for sale and by local artists, so it is always changing. Done with your coffee adventures? Get up and take a little walk by the Hangars just a couple of blocks away or grab a bite at Amba. I now worry I won't find a spot to sit the next time I visit...“

“My daughter and her friend picked up a coffee gelato for me. It was Divine. Smooth and creamy without any artificial taste. I will be going back again and sometime the stack was wonderful so friendly that you felt like you were having dessert with your family.“

“such a cute little place! it's hard to find a cafe book store that isn't barns and noble or books a million! This place dosent have many "popular" books but thats a good thing imo! This place has so much character that is charming! love it!“

“Awesome cafe nestled in downtown. After a morning jog, needed a quick cup of coffee and snack to start my day off right. Americano and everything bagel was just what I needed. The coffee was flavorful and smooth, perfectly extracted. Bagel was also perfect, toasty and lightly salted. Ambiance inside was dimly lit and cozy. I'll definitely be back for another cup.“

“Fun, funky cafe where the food is fresh, smoothies are banging and the service is friendly. Highly recommend!“

“Many times I have strolled through Hingetown to visit the various amazing establishments in the area and have been curious about stopping into Verbena ever since they took over the space that once housed Cleveland Tea Revival. For months I’ve tried to coax friends into giving it a whirl with me but was met with confused looks wondering as to why I’d want to go to a dry cocktail bar to drink. Tonight I was finally able to bring a coworker in with me to see what was up and it was fantastic…Verbena is a cute and intimate spirit-free shoppe, bar, and cafe with eloquent drinks and tasty small plates, perfect to share with friends. We were the only ones in there on a Wednesday night besides the owner and bartender who were both very welcoming and cheerful. We started off with a couple glasses of the NA rosé which had very good and balanced acid with prominent red currant and cantaloupe notes. We paired that with dates filled with coconut yogurt topped with pistachios and a cheese board. The cocktails were also well made and pleasing to our palates, we didn’t miss the booze in them one bit! The “lychee margarita” with tajin dusted across the top is a must try.We closed the night out with yet a third round of wonderful bevs as well as the “ghia affogato”, again, excellent. I’m so glad I paid Verbena a proper visit and is an amazing weekday after work hang for anyone who isn’t prepared to power through a hangover the next day. I wish my best to the owner and staff and pray for their continued success. I hope they’ll be staying in the space and grow for many years to come. I know my coworker and I will most certainly be back!“

“Just a great place to enjoy coffee and either study, read, or have some quality time with friends. I spent many hours here when I was in college mainly studying or discussing subjects A-Z. The place has an intellectual open minded thinker vibe and I love it. Coffee and desserts are good as well. Its open and airy in summer and cozy in winter. Great energy as well.“

“Beautiful atmosphere friendly staff great coffee and hot coco. The Johnnys habanero honey scrone delicious!!!Parking: Next to resident parking so look out for towing restrictions.Kid-friendliness: Seen at lot of moms with their babies so definitely kid and pet friendly“

“So glad we took the plunge to come here when we were doing our own walking tour. The description is funky with bols of vegan, vegetarian, paleo and GF organic meals. I call the meals nutritional rice bowls with veggies and protein. Add special sauces and bone broth. Delicious! The venue is located on Public Square outside Tower City. The inside seating is high-top tables, a counter and a few low tables. You choose your ingredients, or choose from the menu a bol already mixed. Names of items include broths as Nature's Medicine, Porky Picante, Wakin' Bacon, Chime Chicken, Rebel Steak, Po-Kay Tuna, Power Plant. Grab and go, or eat on the patio. This is a neat venue that needs to be checked out. On a Monday at lunchtime Rebol was busy. Yelpers, when checking in, get a free pour-over coffee. Warm and yummy.“

“Great baked goods and coffee, served by good people. Highly recommend.“

“Saw a video on Instagram by a food blogger recommending this restaurant and it did NOT disappoint! We had the hummus and bread, the best in CLE! We also shared the salad and had the grilled half chicken and a lamb and rice dish. This was the best middle eastern food we've had in the entire CLE area! The server was wonderful and provided great service. We felt so welcomed and well taken care of. Our new favorite restaurant! You have got to try!“

“The very name making reference to Wittgenstein’s duck-rabbit illusion, this place continues to impress and conquers any competition around Cleveland. Duck-rabbit’s light menu selection allows them to focus on delivering the highest quality beans with detailed origin information and flavor profiles. They moved the cafe location quite a few months ago and their new speciality coffee line is amazing. Additionally, the most recent coffee beans purchased from them in April 2022—Inmaculada Sudan Rume, Colombia—tasted divine! The industrial aesthetic makes it convenient to stop in a rush or to stay around awhile. This place will forever be one of my favorites. I am a vegan chef of sorts so the dessert pictured is made with duck-rabbit espresso beans.“

“Love this place! Great atmosphere and location!“

“Polite staff. Good coffee. Good vibe/music.“

“Tons of delicious options including grab n go stuff they can warm up for you. Great service. They have indoor and outdoor seating, the patio is a relaxing vibe. I always buy way too much stuff when I come! I didn’t think prices were outrageous.“

“Absolutely delicious! Super quick and fresh too.“