Find Cafes and Coffee Shops in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

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

The Fairfield Market

Cafe, market, and bar all rolled into one within the walls of an old bank building. 

Cafe, market, and bar all rolled into one within the walls of an old bank building. 

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.

Unataza Coffee

South

Quality Honduranian coffee brewed special for the people of NKY and Cincinnati. 

Quality Honduranian coffee brewed special for the people of NKY and Cincinnati. 

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.

Caffe Barista & Deli

Downtown

Enjoy daily lunch specials on sandwiches, pizza and other American classics. Grab grocery items such as specialty meats, dairy products, beer & wine, and even fresh... Read more

Enjoy daily lunch specials on sandwiches, pizza and other American classics. Grab grocery items such as specialty meats, dairy products, beer & wine, and even fresh vegetables. 

Starbucks

Downtown

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

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.

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.

Chako Bakery

South

Specializing in Japanese baking, Chako serves must-have dishes and desserts like Cheese Souffle cake, Matcha Cheesecake, Strawberry Cream Puffs and more! Order lunch on... Read more

Specializing in Japanese baking, Chako serves must-have dishes and desserts like Cheese Souffle cake, Matcha Cheesecake, Strawberry Cream Puffs and more! Order lunch on the weekends including menu items such as Katsu Sando Combo, Japanese Curry Soup & Bread or the Karrage (Japanese Fried Chicken).  The bakery also hosts... Read More

BLOC Coffee Company

West

BLOC Coffee Company is a community-focused coffeehouse that specializes in gourmet coffee. Their coffee is roasted locally at La Terza Artisan Coffee Roasterie, and... Read more

BLOC Coffee Company is a community-focused coffeehouse that specializes in gourmet coffee. Their coffee is roasted locally at La Terza Artisan Coffee Roasterie, and trained baristas are on hand to whip up your next coffee fix. They've got a small lunch menu with items like barbeque sandwiches, soups (which are homemade, organic... Read More

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

Cheapside

Downtown

Coffee and New American breakfast and lunch fare in a modern, light-filled space with wood accents.

Coffee and New American breakfast and lunch fare in a modern, light-filled space with wood accents.

Muse Cafe

West

Enjoy a cup of coffee, fresh pastries, and even gluten-free substitutions! Muse also has a wine list and bar menu that can accompany one of their charcuterie boards.... Read more

Enjoy a cup of coffee, fresh pastries, and even gluten-free substitutions! Muse also has a wine list and bar menu that can accompany one of their charcuterie boards. 

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

Kitty Brew Cat Cafe

North

Complete with tasty beverages and cuddly kitties! Grab a cup of joe and spend some time in the Kitty Cafe where you can adopt your furever friend! Kitty Brew strives to... Read more

Complete with tasty beverages and cuddly kitties! Grab a cup of joe and spend some time in the Kitty Cafe where you can adopt your furever friend! Kitty Brew strives to give local shelter kitties a home while having visitors come and keep the kitties company. 

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.

Locoba by Platform

Downtown

Platform Beer Co Tasting Room location in the Over-The-Rhine District of Cincinnati. Specializing in coffee, beer and cocktails. Food served all day.

Platform Beer Co Tasting Room location in the Over-The-Rhine District of Cincinnati. Specializing in coffee, beer and cocktails. Food served all day.

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.

Buzzed Bull Creamery

North

Alcohol infused ice cream and non-alcoholic ice cream options all created using a flash freeze technique with liquid nitrogen. Choose a menu option or create your own... Read more

Alcohol infused ice cream and non-alcoholic ice cream options all created using a flash freeze technique with liquid nitrogen. Choose a menu option or create your own boozey ice cream concoction! 

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.

The Echo

Uptown

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

Caffe Vivace

Uptown

Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe. 

Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe. 

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

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.

The Double J Cafe

East

Enjoy a great meal at a great price. Try menu items that include delcious BBQ, Sandwiches, and more! 

Enjoy a great meal at a great price. Try menu items that include delcious BBQ, Sandwiches, and more! 

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.

Reality Tuesday Cafe

South > Southwest

There's no need to rush at Reality Tuesday Cafe; this independent cafe in Park Hills is a place to sit back and relax. Grab a cup of joe and build your own breakfast... Read more

There's no need to rush at Reality Tuesday Cafe; this independent cafe in Park Hills is a place to sit back and relax. Grab a cup of joe and build your own breakfast sandwich--on a bagel, English muffin or pita bread. All pastries--donuts, muffins and scones--are handmade fresh daily. Try one of Reality's homemade sandwiches... Read More

Mom 'n' Em Coffee

Uptown

Mom ‘n ‘em Coffee serves pastries, breakfast items , coffee, tea and in addition is open at night for tinned fishes, retail wine and a few other alcoholic beverages. Come... Read more

Mom ‘n ‘em Coffee serves pastries, breakfast items , coffee, tea and in addition is open at night for tinned fishes, retail wine and a few other alcoholic beverages. Come visit and see how Mom ‘n ‘em really is doing!  Cheers!

Foster's At The Troubadour

North

Enjoy bistro style cuisine, have a coffee, and enjoy homemade goodies at Foster's at the Troubadour. 

Enjoy bistro style cuisine, have a coffee, and enjoy homemade goodies at Foster's at the Troubadour. 

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.

Hometown Cafe Loveland

East

Hometown offers coffee, smoothies, cold pressed juice, fresh ready-to-eat food items and more during café hours. Local small business owners sell their goods on the market... Read more

Hometown offers coffee, smoothies, cold pressed juice, fresh ready-to-eat food items and more during café hours. Local small business owners sell their goods on the market shelves. Kitchen rental is available for artisans who need a commercial kitchen to produce their goods. After the café closes, Hometown holds special events... Read More

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.

Cocoon Coffee

North

Cocoon coffee serves up great cups of coffee using high quality coffee of Coava Coffee Roasters. Need a workspace for study sessions? Call ahead and reserve a table or... Read more

Cocoon coffee serves up great cups of coffee using high quality coffee of Coava Coffee Roasters. Need a workspace for study sessions? Call ahead and reserve a table or walk-ins are welcome to hammer away at the books. 

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.

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.

Cream + Sugar Coffeehouse

Uptown

This local coffee shop owned by two African American ladies offers breakfast and lunch in the Evanston neighborhood of Cincinnati near Xavier University. They pride... Read more

This local coffee shop owned by two African American ladies offers breakfast and lunch in the Evanston neighborhood of Cincinnati near Xavier University. They pride themselves on creating a space perfect for business meetings, catching up with friends and family, and a place to refuel or to simply be inspired through the... Read More

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

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

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

Folk School KY

South > Riverfront

Folk School KY is now a music venue and music shop. It is open by appointment or for concerts. See website for more details.   

Folk School KY is now a music venue and music shop. It is open by appointment or for concerts. See website for more details.   

Terrace Cafe

Uptown

The Terrace Café offers a full menu with a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches inspired by works in our collection. A great way to enhance your visit! Enjoy views of... Read more

The Terrace Café offers a full menu with a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches inspired by works in our collection. A great way to enhance your visit! Enjoy views of the Cincinnati Art Museum’s Alice Bimel Courtyard and seating on the outdoor terrace during warm weather. Art Museum Members receive a 10% discount in the... Read More

Apricot Life Coffee House

North

Serving up health and positive energy in the form of a beverage. Have a cup of house drip coffee, Mexican Hot Chocolate and more. 

Serving up health and positive energy in the form of a beverage. Have a cup of house drip coffee, Mexican Hot Chocolate and more. 

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.

Starbucks

East

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

Bean & Barley

Uptown

Bean & Barley seeks to celebrate the craftmanship of local coffee roasters, brewers, bakers, and artists.  They’ll feature goods and products from Ohio, Kentucky... Read more

Bean & Barley seeks to celebrate the craftmanship of local coffee roasters, brewers, bakers, and artists.  They’ll feature goods and products from Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.

Coffee Exchange of Pleasant Ridge

North

If you're looking for a "pleasant" cup of coffee and a warming atmosphere than Pleasant Perk is the place for you. With live shows, yummy drinks, baked goods and monthly... Read more

If you're looking for a "pleasant" cup of coffee and a warming atmosphere than Pleasant Perk is the place for you. With live shows, yummy drinks, baked goods and monthly art shows you're sure to be satisfied. Choose a cup of one of the four hand-picked brewed coffees, a latte, cappuccino or a specialty drink such as a Creme... Read More

Nosh

West

Delicious handmade sandwiches and a variety of snacks. Located at Belterra Casino & Resort

Delicious handmade sandwiches and a variety of snacks. Located at Belterra Casino & Resort