Coffeehouse in Miami

Fairbanks and Miami aren't exactly sister cities. One is cold; one is hot. One is north; one is south. But coffee is the universal unifier — hence the popularity of Alaska Coffee Roasting Co. This Biscayne Boulevard coffee shop and café serves house-roasted beverages, along with sandwiches, pizzas, baked foods, soups, and all kinds of other homemade goodies. It's a breath of fresh air from a city with one too many Starbucks.

13 articles

The Alchemist

17830 W. Dixie Highway Aventura/North Miami Beach

786-916-3560

Cafe, Coffee Shops, Coffeehouse, Best Of

2 articles

All Day

1035 N. Miami Ave. Downtown/Overtown

305-699-3447

Coffeehouse, Breakfast/Brunch, Best Of, Slideshow

Nationally recognized barista Camila Ramos’ downtown coffee shop is a bright, tropical oasis nestled between downtown, Overtown, and the Miami Arts District. The centerpiece of the space is the massive La Marzocco espresso machine, among the largest in the nation, from which Ramos and her skilled team craft perfect cortados, espressos, and macchiatos. Pair one with a thoughtfully sourced lineup of eats, including some of the city’s best egg sandwiches. And don’t even think of missing All Day’s seasonal drink. Ramos the crew spend months creating special coffee-based beverages such as Our Sweetheart No. 4 (cold brew, rosemary syrup, and lime juice), Coffeewein (white oak-aged cold brew, roselle tea, and salted cacao bitters), and the Paloma (grapefruit, nitro coffee, and pink peppercorn syrup topped with tonic water and dried pineapple).

18 articles

Angelina's Coffee and Yogurt

3451 NE First Ave., #102B Midtown/Wynwood/Design District

305-424-9129

Breakfast/Brunch, Coffeehouse, Dessert, Frozen Yogurt, Best Of, Menu

Like another Angelina, this yogurt joint likes to steal. In this case, it's not a husband, but a concept. Borrowing from the whole DIY restaurant trend and Coral Gables's My Yogurt Bliss, Angelina's is a self-serve, create-your-own-frozen-yogurt-and-get-charged-by-the-weight type of place. Yet unlike the kooky, loud, UM-friendly fro-yo shop down south, this place has more of a hip midtown vibe. Basically, it has chicer décor (complete with menus scribbled on chalkboards AKA the standard stamp of, "Yeah, we're cool" in this particular neighborhood). Waffles and coffee are also on hand for purchase. One major downfall? No hot fudge! Another? Coffee and yogurt flavors have a tendency to get bitter; make sure to sample before you buy. But, hey when you've got a dessert shop with a fun concept, friendly service, and free WiFi you can't complain much.

8 articles

Ankarr European Pastry Shop

9710 N. Kendall Dr., Palmetto Bay East Kendall/Pinecrest

305-279-0810

Cafe, Coffeehouse, Dessert, Sandwiches, Recommended, Menu

In a city swamped with antiseptically lit cafeterias and overcrowded cafecito counters, it's a luxury to find both the ambiance and space where you can lounge comfortably while feeding your caffeine habit. For that reason, the discovery of a quaint European-style cafÃ© such as Ankarr should be considered nothing less than a major coup for the serious java drinker. With its cream-tiled Italian villa interior and trompe l'oeil scenic wall paintings, this rustic coffeehouse is the perfect place to restart your energy-sapped derriere. Just take a seat â?? inside or out â?? and start with the following combo: one square of homemade tiramisu and a double shot of rich, revivifying espresso. Or if you prefer the milky stuff, go for a tall mug of smooth cappuccino that's topped with a mound of nutmeg-dusted whipped cream. There's even wine and a selection of signature sandwiches â?? chicken, prosciutto, and Spanish sausage â?? for those times when the need for something savory takes over. http://www.miaminewtimes.com/best-of/2009/food-and-drink/best-coffeehouse-6402174

1 article

Bikini Bob's All Night Cafe

900 Sunrise Lane Fort Lauderdale

954-567-2955

Coffeehouse, Tea, Music Venues

Brothers & Brawlers

359 NW 28th St. Midtown/Wynwood/Design District

305-515-9173

Retail, Coffeehouse, Best Of

2 articles

Buttercream Cupcakes & Coffee

1411 Sunset Dr., South Miami Coral Gables/S. Miami

305-669-8181

Bakery, Coffeehouse, Coffee Shops, Best Of, Menu

While cupcake shops in Miami have become almost as pervasive as the proverbial Starbucks, there's still a big difference between good, bad and imminently superior. At South Miami's Buttercream Cupcakes and Coffee, their impossibly moist treats are some of the city's best. One of the few locales whose sweets are all full sized (versus the popular minis), they have a rotating selection ranging from seasonal pumpkin and rich Nutella ganache to fluffy chocolate coconut and nutty vanilla peanut butter. Plus, they have an extensive menu of coffee options made with their specialty blends: espressos, caramel macchiatos, frosted dulce de leches -- even chai tea chocolate lattes. All served up by counter help a cut above the average. So go ahead - treat yo' self.

3 articles

The Café at Books & Books

265 Aragon Ave. Coral Gables/S. Miami

305-448-9599

New American, Coffeehouse, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

The food at most bookstore cafés usually encourages more fear and loathing than great expectations, but the cute little Café at Books & Books is actually a casual, inexpensive, unpretentious garden of earthly delights. The menu covers all the expected soup-salad-sandwich bases but also offers a few more adventurous options. Try the guava-glazed pork tenderloin with boniato mash, as well as coconut-crusted seared raw tuna with mango-pepper slaw. And save room for luscious cream cheese-coconut flan for dessert.

15 articles

Cafe Bambini

3073 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach North Dade

305-944-1566

American, Cafe, Coffeehouse, Ice Cream/Gelato, Sandwiches, Smoothies, Vegetarian, Best Of, Menu

If you're here, it's probably because you have a bambino of your own and you're desperate to dine at an eatery that doesn't make you feel like an unwelcome guest. Café Bambini's monstrous play area full of toys, games, and costumes is a alluring part of the experience. You won't be able to drop your kid in the hands of a babysitter, but at least you and a friend can nosh while you watch your babies go wild inside the soft-gated space. (By the way, a blessedly effective sound system drowns out squeals via mellow music à la Coldplay, Dave Matthews, Counting Crows, and the like.) A compact menu includes pizzas and salads averaging about $9, sandwiches for about $8, and smoothies, plus seven kiddie offerings at only $4.95. The owners, two couples with children, also scored some really great pastries from a local Argentine bakery - try a glorious empanada ($2.50) for starters - and they serve Segafredo coffee and Dolce Vita gelato. You can investigate one of the many display cases for a selection of organic baby foods, snacks, and drinks, but we recommend bypassing the strained peas and opting for a pepperoni pizza.

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Café Demetrio

300 Alhambra Circle Coral Gables/S. Miami

305-448-4949

Coffeehouse, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

Café Demetrio has everything we demand in a coffeehouse. The atmosphere, with its blond wood, tall windows, and courtyard, is comfortable and pleasing to the eye. The food and beverages are delightful. Demetrio's has an extensive coffee selection that runs from plain old espresso to caramel lattes. While the food tends toward sandwiches and salads, the desserts are more adventurous and include an Amaretto tart and Linzer tortes. Finally, Demetrio shares that great legacy of the modern coffeehouse: music. Generally, Friday evenings offer romantic pop, and Saturdays are devoted to jazz.

6 articles

Cafe Papillon

530 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach South Beach

305-673-1139

Cafe, Coffeehouse, French, Italian, Menu

The menu boasts a mixture of cuisines (some decidedly Italian, while others have more of a French feel). The Italian influence is undeniable in the perfectly seasoned "bruschetta" ($8.95), and the two caprese options -- the traditional salad (tomato, mozzarella, basil, olive oil), or the sandwich version ($8.50). But don't stop in Italy, or you'll miss out on France's finest croque monsieur (grilled ham and cheese on toast), and Papillon does it right -- the bread is buttered just so, the ham is fresh, the cheese is melted but not fried, making for a mouth-watering winner sans chest clutching cramps. Dinner options include buttery steamed mussels (with French fries) for $12.50, and the light, delicious, yet filling "St. Tropez Salad" -- smoked salmon, shrimp, and cucumber in a lemon-dill dressing. If you're an Italian lover at heart then spoil yourself with the "gnocchi quattro formaggio." While these little dumplings may threaten to expand your waistline, they're well worth the weight.

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Cafe Que Rico

1822 NE Miami Gardens Dr. Aventura/North Miami Beach

305-945-5155

Coffeehouse, Sandwiches, Spanish, Best Of

Tres Marias are always better than uno - just ask Café Que Rico's signature Cafe Tres Marias Arabica bean blend. Their café con leche ($1.50) has been ranked Miami's best, and edible accompaniments range from classic ham and cheese croissants ($2.95) and pan con bistec ($7.50) to house specialty ensalada "Tuna Tony" (albacore tuna on a bed of romaine, $7.50) and alfajores cookies ($.75) In addition, diners can groove to live tunes till midnight on Friday and Saturday nights.

2 articles

Cafetto Coffee and Cocoa

1520 Washington Ave., Miami Beach South Beach

305-531-2375

Cafe, Coffeehouse, Recommended

Opened in 2006, Cafetto is a French-style coffee shop with a local flavor. On any given morning, owners Anne-Marie and Oliver can be found behind the counter serving freshly roasted java while chatting up the mostly local clientele. There are eight coffee flavors to choose from, including Jamaican rum, tiramisu, and cinnamon. There's also an ample selection of teas and natural freshly squeezed juices. The darkly lit main room gives the place the perfect vibe for sipping an espresso macchiato ($1.40) or a small cappuccino ($2.50), which comes with standard milk or organic lactose-free soy. To make things sweeter, Cafetto is one of the very few spots on the Beach offering free wi-fi, while the ample, comfortable seating makes it the ideal place to simply sit back and watch the world go by.

1 article

Capital One Café

1029 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach South Beach

305-506-9004

Coffeehouse

Coffee Zone

1101 Brickell Ave., G0 Brickell

305-374-3790

Coffeehouse, Best Of, Menu

Brickell eats are often about convenience. How quickly can you grab a colada on your coffee break, stuff your face with a sammy over lunch, or inhale a candy bar for that afternoon sugar rush? Luckily, Coffee Zone is about a lot more than coffee. They've got eats ranging from gnocci bolognese ($7.95) and arepas ($3.50) to grilled chicken salad ($7.45) to homemade lentil soup ($3.74), and their coffee is especially exceptional. At how many area eateries can you score a cafe con leche and a pan con bistec with fries for under $10? Skip the standard chains and give this small biz your bucks instead.

3 articles

Cortadito Coffee House

200 Miracle Mile Coral Gables/S. Miami

786-410-0175

Coffeehouse

1 article

Cortadito Coffee House

1429 Washington Ave., Miami Beach South Beach

786-634-0834

Coffeehouse, Readers' Choice

2 articles

Cortadito Coffee House

1656 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach South Beach

786-730-3548

Coffeehouse, Best Of, Readers' Choice

3 articles

Crema Gourmet

169 Miracle Mile Coral Gables/S. Miami

786-360-4026

Coffeehouse, Smoothies, Sandwiches, Menu

1 article

Cybr Caffe

1574 Washington Ave., Miami Beach South Beach

305-534-0057

Bakery, Coffeehouse, Best Of

Thought cyber cafes died in the '90s right along with scrunchies and Bob Saget's career? So did we. But there's at least one hold out, and it's humming happily along on Miami Beach. For those sans laptops, iPads, tablets or other portable devices and desperate for a little connectivity, Cybr Caffe's got you covered. You can pay by the hour for Internet service while sipping on cold drinks and coffee concoctions.

1 article

Dunkin' Donuts

2720 S. Dixie Hwy., Ste E Coconut Grove

305-444-1805

Breakfast, Coffee Shops, Coffeehouse

2 articles

Einstein Bros Bagels

1500 Alton Rd., Miami Beach South Beach

305-534-4003

Bakery, Breakfast/Brunch, Coffeehouse, Best Of

There is a secret to serving good coffee that goes beyond the beans, the roast, and the water. Here it is: temperature. And those comical, corporate Einstein Bros. have figured this out. So they start each pot with a blend of Central and South American beans, roasted to a light brown, and they brew the java with water that is between 190 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. (For those who skipped middle-school science: The boiling point of water is 212 degrees F.) Then, when the coffee is made, specially calibrated heaters under each urn hold the coffee at 175 degrees. That's hot. Oh, and if the brothers' employees are paying attention to company directives, they are also brewing up fresh coffee at least every hour, even if that means dumping out a full 1.5-gallon urn, according to Ron Savelli, the chain's vice president of menu development. Of course bagels, sandwiches, and soups are also available. But the allure here is coffee. Hot and fresh, Mel's Neighborhood Blend is perfection.

3 articles

El Yoyito Restaurant Y Cafe

495 E. 49th St. Hialeah

305-953-0701

Caribbean, Coffeehouse, Cuban, Tea, Coffee Shops, Best Of, Menu

Sidle into this whole in the wall in East Hialeah and order what they do best: Cuban sammies. For more than a decade, Yoyito's has been serving up pan con bistec, medianoches and croquetas to people who aren't about to settle for anything less than the best. In this neighborhood, you better know your Cuban food -- and they do.

1 article

Fixpresso

200 Miracle Mile Coral Gables/S. Miami

305-646-1113

Coffeehouse

3 articles

Free Spirits Pub

100 21st St., Miami Beach South Beach

305-532-5399

Coffeehouse, Tea, Bars and Clubs, Best Of

A rather large British flag hangs proudly over the entrance and and sets the tone for this cozy watering hole. With a simple bar, small dance floor, easy entrance, and affordable booze, there's none of the attitude and snobbery particular to SoBe. And just like the Brits, the people at Free Spirits take their drinking seriously. The dirty martinis and Incredible Hulks are no joke. Old school punk tracks make you feel like you're in a dank UK club circa 1977. Thankfully the bar's relaxed atmosphere spares you the worry of getting kicked in the face by a stray mosher.

2 articles

Galleria

69 SE First St. Downtown/Overtown

Coffeehouse, Coffee Shops, Retail

1 article

The Grind Coffee Project

10519 SW 109th Ct. East Kendall/Pinecrest

954-774-0555

Art Galleries, Coffee Shops, Coffeehouse, Community Venues, Music Venues, Performing Arts Venues

Remarkable Coffee for Remarkable people. Be Remarkable!

2 articles

Groovin' Bean Coffee Bar & Lounge

801 NW Third Ave. Downtown/Overtown

786-353-2566

Coffeehouse

1 article

Imperial Moto Cafe

7299 NW Seconnd Ave. Downtown/Overtown

305-364-5083

Coffeehouse

Luna Star Cafe

775 NE 125th St. North Miami

305-799-7123

American, Cafe, Coffeehouse, Vegetarian, Music Venues, Best Of

An oasis along the commercial strip in North Miami, this funky acoustic music stronghold has a relaxed community vibe, where customers do indeed know each other. It's cozy, with a smattering of tables, a bar, and a stage that supports live music and readings. The friendly, casual service, then, fits right in.

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