Cafe/Coffeehouse
Find Cafes and Coffee Shops in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
Need help jumpstarting your day? Caffeinate at one of our local cafes or coffeehouses offering delicious brewed drinks and tasty treats to keep you fueled and ready for fun.
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Left Bank Coffeehouse
South > Riverfront
Left Bank Coffeehouse
South > Riverfront
An independent neighborhood coffee shop located on the "left bank" of both the Ohio and Licking Rivers, in Covington.
An independent neighborhood coffee shop located on the "left bank" of both the Ohio and Licking Rivers, in Covington.
Plain Folk Cafe
East
Plain Folk Cafe
East
Plain Folk Cafe, opening May 4, will feature a cafe-menu, gourmet coffee, a craft beer selection and plenty of live music. Live music will be folk/acoustic/bluegrass.
Plain Folk Cafe, opening May 4, will feature a cafe-menu, gourmet coffee, a craft beer selection and plenty of live music. Live music will be folk/acoustic/bluegrass.
Buzzed Bull Creamery
Downtown
Buzzed Bull Creamery
Downtown
Handcrafted, boozy ice creams in imaginative flavor combinations in a trendy, industrial-chic space.
Handcrafted, boozy ice creams in imaginative flavor combinations in a trendy, industrial-chic space.
Pleasantry
Downtown
Pleasantry
Downtown
Rustic-chic New American eatery offering seasonal dishes paired with natural wines and craft coffee.
Rustic-chic New American eatery offering seasonal dishes paired with natural wines and craft coffee.
Taste of Belgium
Downtown
Taste of Belgium
Downtown
Sweet and savory Belgian waffles and crepes plus artisanal-roasted coffees.
Sweet and savory Belgian waffles and crepes plus artisanal-roasted coffees.
Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters
Downtown
Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters
Downtown
Located in the Macy's building, Lookout Joe's has just two tables and limited food items, but it's a good place for a quick snack and a delicious cup of coffee from a... Read more
Located in the Macy's building, Lookout Joe's has just two tables and limited food items, but it's a good place for a quick snack and a delicious cup of coffee from a locally owned business.
Hollywood & Grind
West
Hollywood & Grind
West
Stop by for a homemade breakfast buffet or take your pick from a selection of hot breakfast sandwiches and pastries to-go at Hollywood & Grind. Don’t forget, the café... Read more
Stop by for a homemade breakfast buffet or take your pick from a selection of hot breakfast sandwiches and pastries to-go at Hollywood & Grind. Don’t forget, the café has Starbucks coffee available, too. Located at Hollywood Casino
French Crust Cafe
Downtown
French Crust Cafe
Downtown
Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.
Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.
Heaven's Roast
East
Heaven's Roast
East
Get a little slice of heaven at this Loveland coffee shop. They roast their beans onsite and serve them by the pound. Of course, you can stop in for just one cup (or two... Read more
Get a little slice of heaven at this Loveland coffee shop. They roast their beans onsite and serve them by the pound. Of course, you can stop in for just one cup (or two), and pair it with a muffin, cookie or pastry. Besides roasting coffee, Heaven's Roast stays busy with open mic nights, trivia nights, coffee tastings and... Read More
MV Perks
North
MV Perks
North
MV Perks is your 24 hour a day one stop shop to get you rejuvenated and back to having fun! We offer a variety of refreshing beverages including energy drinks, tea, juice... Read more
MV Perks is your 24 hour a day one stop shop to get you rejuvenated and back to having fun! We offer a variety of refreshing beverages including energy drinks, tea, juice and 11 unique specialty coffee drinks. Need a quick bite to eat? Our tasty menu has something for everyone. From our delicious signature grab and go... Read More
27 Bar + Kitchen
South > Riverfront
27 Bar + Kitchen
South > Riverfront
Local Farm to Table American Cuisine. Brunch. Dinner. Craft Cocktails. Craft Beer. Coffee. Espresso.
Local Farm to Table American Cuisine. Brunch. Dinner. Craft Cocktails. Craft Beer. Coffee. Espresso.
1215 Wine Bar and Coffee Lab
Downtown
1215 Wine Bar and Coffee Lab
Downtown
The emphasis is on coffee and wine appreciation and connoisseurship, with enough food served to go with the drinks. Dinnertime means cheese and meat plates, a... Read more
The emphasis is on coffee and wine appreciation and connoisseurship, with enough food served to go with the drinks. Dinnertime means cheese and meat plates, a different one for each wine flight, and lunch is the ingredients of those cheese and meat plates turned into sandwiches. Lots of wine tastings, wine flights and coffee... Read More
Landlocked Social House
Uptown
Landlocked Social House
Uptown
Offering third wave coffee, craft beer and an assortment of local snacks and pastries.
Offering third wave coffee, craft beer and an assortment of local snacks and pastries.
Lola's
Downtown
Lola's
Downtown
A unique blend between your favorite coffee house and local pub, proudly serving locally roasted coffee & locally brewed beers alongside as house-crafted specialty... Read more
A unique blend between your favorite coffee house and local pub, proudly serving locally roasted coffee & locally brewed beers alongside as house-crafted specialty cocktails.
Urbana Cafe
Downtown
Urbana Cafe
Downtown
Bright, multi-level coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts.
Bright, multi-level coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts.
Fresh Press Juicery & Coffee
East
Fresh Press Juicery & Coffee
East
Coffee bar, cold-pressed juicery, and kitchen.
Coffee bar, cold-pressed juicery, and kitchen.
Luckman Coffee Company Inc.
East
Luckman Coffee Company Inc.
East
The specialty at this Anderson Township coffee spot is the Peg Leg Jim Blend, "the only 'Pirate Approved' coffee", which carries the tagline, "EYE!--dark as me soul and... Read more
The specialty at this Anderson Township coffee spot is the Peg Leg Jim Blend, "the only 'Pirate Approved' coffee", which carries the tagline, "EYE!--dark as me soul and stiff as me wood leg." The menu boasts hot and cold drinks, cider, tea, and the Cincinnati Mocha, with cayenne and cinnamon. Customers rave about the paninis,... Read More
Collective Espresso
Downtown
Collective Espresso
Downtown
The location that started it all. A proud piece of the Main Street Business District,this location provides a casual, conversational,and consistent espresso option for... Read more
The location that started it all. A proud piece of the Main Street Business District,this location provides a casual, conversational,and consistent espresso option for Over-The-Rhine.
Press on Monmouth
South > Riverfront
Press on Monmouth
South > Riverfront
Airy, modern coffee shop and eatery with inventive breakfast and lunch offerings, espresso, and draft beer.
Airy, modern coffee shop and eatery with inventive breakfast and lunch offerings, espresso, and draft beer.
Collective Espresso
Uptown
Collective Espresso
Uptown
An oasis, or an escape. Hidden from traffic behind the Northside streetscape on Cluxton Alley, this location is full of natural light and neighborhood regulars.
An oasis, or an escape. Hidden from traffic behind the Northside streetscape on Cluxton Alley, this location is full of natural light and neighborhood regulars.
CooKoo's Coffee Shoppe
East
CooKoo's Coffee Shoppe
East
CooKoo's Coffee is focused on creating remarkable, local handcrafted coffees in the heart of Madisonville.
CooKoo's Coffee is focused on creating remarkable, local handcrafted coffees in the heart of Madisonville.
Terrace Cafe
Uptown
Terrace Cafe
Uptown
More than just a place to rest your feet after a day at the museum, The Terrace Cafe at the Cincinnati Art Museum is a stand-alone experience featuring unique dishes and a... Read more
More than just a place to rest your feet after a day at the museum, The Terrace Cafe at the Cincinnati Art Museum is a stand-alone experience featuring unique dishes and a great ambience. The contemporary, stripped-down decor gives way to a view of the gorgeous Alice Bimel Courtyard (available seasonally for outdoor dining) and... Read More
Starbucks
Uptown
Starbucks
Uptown
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read More
Luckman Coffee Company Inc.
East
Luckman Coffee Company Inc.
East
The best part about Luckman's is you don't have to get out of your car to enjoy their breakfast items and coffee. Use their drive-up window on your way to work to... Read more
The best part about Luckman's is you don't have to get out of your car to enjoy their breakfast items and coffee. Use their drive-up window on your way to work to pick up breakfast sandwiches, panini sandwiches, quiche, soups and salads. Wake up with espresso, coffee, ice coffee, smoothies or Italian soda.
Caffe Vivace
Uptown
Caffe Vivace
Uptown
Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe.
Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe.
Sidewinder
Uptown
Sidewinder
Uptown
Snug, bright spot offering espresso drinks and cocktails with locally roasted coffee, plus light fare.
Snug, bright spot offering espresso drinks and cocktails with locally roasted coffee, plus light fare.
Starbucks
Uptown
Starbucks
Uptown
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read More
Main Cup
East
Main Cup
East
Main Cup is a cozy, comfortable spot in Milford, where they brew and roast their own coffee. The place can be so warm and inviting, patrons don't want to leave when they... Read more
Main Cup is a cozy, comfortable spot in Milford, where they brew and roast their own coffee. The place can be so warm and inviting, patrons don't want to leave when they start roasting. They also serve pastries, like big muffins, bagels, casseroles and quiche. On a nice day, they have a couple spots out front for eating. Stop... Read More
Coffee Emporium
Uptown
Coffee Emporium
Uptown
Coffee shop with artisanal beans and loose-leaf teas for sipping onsite or making at home.
Coffee shop with artisanal beans and loose-leaf teas for sipping onsite or making at home.
Starbucks
Downtown
Starbucks
Downtown
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability. Located at JACK Cincinnati Casino
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability. Located at JACK Cincinnati Casino
Ingredients
Downtown
Ingredients
Downtown
Breakfast & lunch counter for made-to-order American cafe bites in a relaxed space with free Wi-Fi.
Breakfast & lunch counter for made-to-order American cafe bites in a relaxed space with free Wi-Fi.
Urbana Cafe
Uptown
Urbana Cafe
Uptown
Coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts.
Coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts.
Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters
Uptown
Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters
Uptown
If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot... Read more
If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot for you. This coffee house takes pride in the freshness of its coffee, roasting small batches of beans in a Probat L12 coffee roaster, which is prominently... Read More
Coffee Emporium
Downtown
Coffee Emporium
Downtown
Chill, vegetarian-friendly artisanal roaster with free WiFi and an eclectic menu of light bites.
Chill, vegetarian-friendly artisanal roaster with free WiFi and an eclectic menu of light bites.
Branch Hill Coffee
East
Branch Hill Coffee
East
Enjoy some morning coffee in this enchantingly quaint spot in Loveland. It's a yellow house surrounded by a remarkably colorful garden. Beside the flavored coffees and... Read more
Enjoy some morning coffee in this enchantingly quaint spot in Loveland. It's a yellow house surrounded by a remarkably colorful garden. Beside the flavored coffees and specialty drinks, Branch Hill offers soups, sandwiches and baked goodies. The outdoor patio is a charming place to enjoy a drink with friends. It's near the... Read More
First Watch
Downtown
First Watch
Downtown
First class, freshly made breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant.
First class, freshly made breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant.
Starbucks
Uptown
Starbucks
Uptown
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read More
Iris BookCafe and Gallery
Downtown
Iris BookCafe and Gallery
Downtown
The Iris Book Cafe is a cool new spot in Over-the-Rhine. The interior was redone to create a cozy yet hip atmosphere, and now houses a collection of books, CDs and vintage... Read more
The Iris Book Cafe is a cool new spot in Over-the-Rhine. The interior was redone to create a cozy yet hip atmosphere, and now houses a collection of books, CDs and vintage vinyl to browse through, plus ongoing photo exhibitions. Escape onto the outdoor patio for some serious conversation. The Cafe stays local by serving coffee... Read More
Corner Coffee Cafe
East
Corner Coffee Cafe
East
In addition to the full range of coffees, teas and coffee drinks offered here, you'll find pastries and scones in the morning with a full breakfast on Saturdays -... Read more
In addition to the full range of coffees, teas and coffee drinks offered here, you'll find pastries and scones in the morning with a full breakfast on Saturdays - including waffles and biscuits and gravy. There are lunch specials every day plus delectable salad plates, soups and croissant sandwiches.
The BonBonerie
Uptown
The BonBonerie
Uptown
Teapot-adorned bakery with high tea, sweets including cupcakes & cookies, and a light cafe menu.
Teapot-adorned bakery with high tea, sweets including cupcakes & cookies, and a light cafe menu.
Bluebird Bakery and Cafe
North
Bluebird Bakery and Cafe
North
Bluebird Bakery's made from scratch baked goods and cozy feel has been creating a loyal group of followers since 1996. Bluebird Bakery and Cafe has an expanded menu... Read more
Bluebird Bakery's made from scratch baked goods and cozy feel has been creating a loyal group of followers since 1996. Bluebird Bakery and Cafe has an expanded menu featuring breakfast offerings such as fruit and yogurt parfaits, a variety of quiches and renowned bakery favorites, as well as a full lunch menu.
Aroma's Java and Gelato
West
Aroma's Java and Gelato
West
If you're looking for homemade gelato outside of Italy or just want to warm up with a hot cup of Joe, then Aroma's Gelato is the place to go. The cozy and inviting... Read more
If you're looking for homemade gelato outside of Italy or just want to warm up with a hot cup of Joe, then Aroma's Gelato is the place to go. The cozy and inviting atmosphere makes patrons feel right at home while soothing classical and acoustic music fill the coffeeshop. Aroma's offers a wide range of coffee drinks, smoothies... Read More
Cappuccino Depot
North
Cappuccino Depot
North
If you're looking to sit down and enjoy a brewed morning beverage or want one on the go then the Cappuccino Depot is the place to go. The coffeehouse specializes in brewed... Read more
If you're looking to sit down and enjoy a brewed morning beverage or want one on the go then the Cappuccino Depot is the place to go. The coffeehouse specializes in brewed coffees, with a wide variety of coffee drinks, smoothies and teas to warm you up on a cold morning. If your stomach is rumbling, grab a cookie or pastry to... Read More
