Best cafés in Orlando

58 people recommend, 4 warn against itvia r/orlando

Most people who weigh in recommend Haan Coffee, and many praise the coffee itself, with a couple calling it the best in town. The recurring complaint is seating at the Mills 50 location, where many commenters describe hard-to-find seats and a crowded, work-heavy room, and a couple mention long lines. One commenter says it roasts its own beans. One commenter finds the coffee fine but nothing exceptional, and another says its pricing matches other local shops.

Mills 50

47 people recommend, 12 warn against itvia r/orlando, r/espresso

Overall, people lean toward recommending Lineage Coffee, and many praise its coffee, with several singling out the beans and roasts. Lineage has more than one shop, and one commenter ranks the UCF location well below the east end one; the Corrine Drive shop is the one listed. A couple of people object to the shop's stance on abortion rights, though one says they returned after a reported correction. Several people are less enthusiastic: one rates it only on par with two other shops, one prefers other cafes, and one gave it three tries and still found the coffee poor.

40 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/orlando

Many people recommend Craft & Common for coffee, and a couple of commenters place it near the top of local coffee shops. A few people mention working or reading there, one notes it roasts on the lighter side, and one praises its cafe con leche. People who name a location mean the downtown shop. One commenter finds the space dusty and the furniture careless, though they say the coffee is good, and one notes it is dog friendly.

Downtown

37 people recommendvia r/orlando, r/espresso

Most people recommend Deeply, and many praise its coffee. A few commenters point to it as a place to work, and one describes an easy walk to the lake on breaks. Those who name a location say downtown, and several name it as a downtown option. On the downside, one diner finds the cold brew sour and the seasonal lattes underwhelming, another has had food orders messed up more than once though keeps going back because it is close by, one commenter says parking is sometimes hard, and one found the space cramped. One says it is dog friendly.

Downtown

32 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/orlando

Many people recommend Stemma, and a few single out the coffee it roasts itself. Many name the downtown shop on Orange Avenue, and one diner likes the pastries that pair with the coffee but wishes it had more room. One commenter names it as a chai pick, and one finds the lattes pricey.

Downtown

30 people recommendvia r/orlando, r/espresso

Many commenters recommend Framework Coffee on North Mills Avenue, and two single out its con leche. Three people name it as a chai pick. Two commenters say the Mills location rotates through a range of local roasters, and two say it makes its own syrups. One commenter calls it more of a neighbourhood hangout than Foxtail. On the downside, one rates it top tier but avoids it because of pricing changes, and one finds the chai lattes not very spicy.

Mills 50

29 people recommend, 9 warn against itvia r/orlando

More people recommend Stardust than not. A few commenters name it as a late-night option, and a few mention studying or working there. A couple call it cozy, a couple point to the photo booth, and a couple say it is cheap. Several say it gets loud with bands, open mic nights or evening chatter, and one says certain days can be packed. One commenter finds it pretentious, and one finds the chairs uncomfortable.

25 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/orlando

Many people recommend Easy Luck, and a few describe a cozy, comfortable space for hanging out. A few praise the coffee and a couple call it good value. A few say it works for laptop time, and one says it leans bar-like though it is ideal for reading. Two people had a poorer time: one had a long wait and a wrong coffee on one visit but suspects it was an off day, and another visited a few times but never felt welcome.

22 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/orlando

Many people recommend Drunken Monkey, and several describe the atmosphere as cozy or pleasant. A few say the food is good, with one singling out the croissant sandwich and another a breakfast burrito, and a few say the coffee is dependable or good. One diner says the coffee tastes burnt, one says the place looks a bit worn, and another misses the couches. One diner reports that food service stopped during a crowded visit and says they have not returned.

21 people recommendvia r/orlando

Many people recommend Zaza, a Cuban cafe with several locations; commenters mention outlets near the airport and on Curry Ford Road, and the Curry Ford outlet is the one listed. A few like the cafe con leche, several point to the breakfast, and a few mention breakfast and coffee deals. One diner finds the coffee quite bitter. Two are less enthusiastic: one says it is not their favorite and another calls it a local chain but excellent anyway.

Curry Ford

20 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/orlando

Many people recommend Lobos, and a couple name it among the places they like to work from. One commenter says it roasts on site and another describes its roasts as on the lighter side. On Corrine Drive, the shop listed, one diner says the back patio is pleasant but hard to spot from the front. On the other side, one commenter rejects it outright and one skipped the mushroom coffee as pricey.

Corrine Drive

20 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/orlando

Most people who mention Qreate Coffee recommend it, and a few say they work or read there. A few call it a favorite, and a couple name drinks they like, a crème brûlée latte and the Purple Pearl. Caveats: one commenter wishes the room were larger and the seats more comfortable, one found the Tiger Latte not very appealing, and one advises against ordering the matcha.

16 people recommendvia r/orlando

Many people recommend Mecatos, a bakery cafe with several locations; commenters name outlets on Curry Ford, Hoffner and downtown, and the downtown outlet is the one listed. A few praise the coffee and a couple praise the pastries, and one praises the melted cheese on the croissant sandwiches. One commenter says there are nice tables and couches for sitting down. One calls it decent rather than top tier, and one points out it is a chain.

16 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/orlando

Most people who mention Orlando Coffee Roasters recommend it, and many say the coffee is very good. A couple call it good value and a couple mention ordering online. Several describe the spot on West Gore Street as odd, hard to find or not in the nicest area, and one notes parking is limited. One commenter found the roasts darker than they prefer, and one recounts an unwelcoming visit a few years ago.

15 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/orlando

Many people recommend Dr. Drips, and several describe it as cozy or chill. Two commenters say it stays open late, and several call it a good spot to work or hang out. Those who name an outlet mean Ivanhoe. On the other side, a couple find the drinks less impressive, one finds it pricey, one has struggled to find a seat, and one says frequent events make it busy and social rather than a study spot. One rejects it without giving a reason.

Ivanhoe

12 people recommendvia r/orlando

Diners recommend Águila Coffee in Ivanhoe Village, and a couple praise the Mexican mocha. A couple say they like reading there, one by Lake Ivanhoe on a blanket. One commenter says everything they have tried has been excellent, and one found it charming on a single visit and plans to return. One notes it is an easy stop off I-4.

Ivanhoe

10 people recommendvia r/orlando

Many commenters recommend Achilles Art Cafe, and several praise the coffee while a couple praise the pastries. Several describe it as cozy or cute, and a couple say they like studying there. Two commenters describe the newer Hiawassee branch as roomy or larger, with a patio or indoor and outdoor seating, and that branch is the one listed.

Hiawassee

10 people recommendvia r/orlando

People recommend Ligature, and one commenter says it serves the top coffee in town while another picks it for unusual single-origin coffee. Several name it among Orlando's good local coffee spots, and a couple describe it as an established roaster with a new shop. One commenter spent a while there with a book.

8 people recommendvia r/orlando

Bynx sits on Church Street near Lake Eola in downtown Orlando, and people recommend it overall. A couple of commenters praise the drinks, with one calling the matcha delicious. A couple mention that it hosts events, one says it stays open somewhat late, and one suggests going indoors at Bynx as an alternative to the lake's picnic tables.

Downtown

8 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/orlando

Many people recommend this Vicky's, a Cuban bakery, and one commenter regularly picks it for sandwiches while another finds the pastelitos comparable to South Florida ones. People who name a location say it sits on Semoran, south of Pershing, near the airport, and one visitor says it felt like Hialeah. Two people are less impressed, saying it does not match South Florida versions.

7 people recommendvia r/orlando

Most people recommend Stasio's, an Italian deli, and a few point to its strong coffee. One calls it the best and cheapest option for espresso, while another finds the espresso unremarkable and a third says it should be judged as an Italian cafe rather than a specialty coffee shop. One says it leans deli rather than bakery but has a fairly good range of baked goods, and one says its in-house rainbow cookies are denser and more almond-flavored than a supermarket version.

7 people recommendvia r/orlando

Many people recommend Matcha Cafe Maiko, and several name it specifically for matcha. One diner calls it the best matcha around and singles out its black sesame latte as a standout, and another says the drinks taste noticeably better than others. A couple of people suggest it as a non-alcohol pick for a date.