Cincinnati is well-known for its unique local flavors. Who can think of the Queen City without conjuring up images of cheese coneys, barbecued ribs, or mouthwatering ice cream cones? But Cincy is not just for foodies — it’s a mecca for coffee lovers as well!
There are more than 70 local Cincinnati coffee shops across the area (yes, you read that right — more than 70!!), and each one has something unique to offer. From locally roasted beans to incredible gelato, allergy-friendly menus to call-ahead ordering, you’re sure to find your new favorite coffee shop somewhere on this list.
To make it easier to locate a great cup of joe in your area, the list has been divided by region :: North, Central/Downtown, East, West, and South/NKY.
Did we miss one of your favorite Cincinnati coffee shops? Let us know in the comments and we’ll be sure to add it.
Now go forth and caffeinate!
(Due to how COVID has affected local businesses in ever-changing ways the past couple years, please make sure to let us know if any of these coffee shops have changed locations or permanently closed.)
Alreddy Coffee & Cafe
11083 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45241
(513)563-4550
Cappuccino Depot
Location A: 9157 Cincinnati Columbus Rd, West Chester, OH 45069
(513) 460-3573
Location B: 901 Walnut St, Ross, OH 45013
(513) 894-7824
CAVU Coffee
7755 Cox Ln, West Chester Township, OH 45069
(513) 755-2288
Cocoon Coffee
6209 Snider Rd, Suite A, Mason, OH 45040
(513) 466-8346
CMC Mom Tip: This is a great place to go if you need a quiet space to work, but it may not be a great fit for rambunctious kids.
Coffee Beans and Brew
7051 Yankee Rd, Liberty Township, OH 45044
(513) 779-8600
CMC Mom Tip: Try the frozen hot chocolate with peanut butter!
Coffee Cup Overflowing
6544 Winford Ave, Hamilton, OH 45011
(513) 737-1100
CMC Mom Tip: Follow them on Facebook for info about their weekly story time!
The Daily Grind and Slice
4095 Pleasant Ave, Hamilton, OH 45015
(513) 893-5500
Fairfield Coffee
311 Nilles Rd, Fairfield, OH 45014
(513) 889-1542
Java Johnny’s
3534 Central Ave, Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 727-9722
Joseph’s Cup
8050 Arbor Square Dr, Mason, OH 45040
(513) 409-3287
Jupiter Coffee & Donuts
5353 Dixie Hwy # 5, Fairfield, OH 45014
(513) 829-7674
CMC Mom Tip: Do not leave without trying the Miami Merger Donut. You’ll thank us!
Kala Coffeehouse
4503 State Route 42, Mason, OH 45040
(513) 254-0045
CMC Mom Tip: Try the Hot Chocolate Smoothie – it’s a hot drink!
Kidd Coffee and Wine Bar
653 Reading Rd, Mason, OH 45040
(513) 398-0718
Kitty Brew Cat Cafe
6011 Tylersville Rd #6-7, Mason, OH 45040
(513) 818-2287
La Crema Coffee Company
9085 Sutton Pl, Hamilton, OH 45011
(513) 779-6278
Learning Through Play Café
6844 Tylersville Rd, West Chester, OH 45069
(513) 847-8133
CMC Mom Tip: This play café offers coffee for dine-in or carryout. Their chocolate mint iced coffee tastes just like your favorite seasonal cookie!
Lot No. 1
9 E Main St, Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 836-3103
Morning Star Coffee Creations
11911 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 683-5190
CMC Mom Tip: This is a drive-thru coffee stand, so it’s perfect if you have sleeping littles in the backseat!
Mountain Mudd Espresso
7265 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, OH 45014
(513) 448-0099
Sidewinder Coffee
4181 Hamilton Ave # 1, Cincinnati, OH 45223
(513) 542-8321
Triple Moon Coffee Company
1100 Central Ave, Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 849-2220
CMC Mom Tip: Spring for the coffee AND a breakfast sandwich — YUM!
True West Coffee
Location A: 313 Main St, Hamilton, OH 45013
(513) 668-1488
Location B: 221 High St, Hamilton, OH 45011
(513) 668-5815
CMC Mom Tip: They have fun entertainment here with live music, so it’s a great place to bring the whole family!
Winans Chocolates & Coffee
49 US-22, Maineville, OH 45039
(513) 677-6135
1215 Wine Bar and Coffee Lab
1215 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 429-5745
The 86 Coffee Bar and Concert Venue
2900 Jefferson Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 341-8686
Adesso at the Mercantile Library
414 Walnut St #1100, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 441-3817
Apricot Coffee House
3138 Losantiville Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45213
(513) 407-8445
Awakenings Coffee & Tea Co
2734 Erie Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208
(513) 321-2525
Bean and Barley
2005 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209
(513) 898-1261
BlaCk Coffee Lounge
824 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 802-5228
Coffee Emporium (Downtown Location)
110 E Central Pkwy, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 651-5483
CMB Mom Tip: You MUST try the scones!
The Coffee Exchange of Pleasant Ridge
6041 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45213
(513) 376-7315
CMC Mom Tip: The new location is just down the street from the old one.
Coffee Please
6930 Miami Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45243
(513) 271-4700
Collective Espresso
Location A: 207 Woodward St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 900-0154
Location B: 4037 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 900-0423
College Hill Coffee Co. and Casual Gourmet
6128 Hamilton Ave # 1, Cincinnati, OH 45224
(513) 542-2739
Deeper Roots Coffee
Location A: 3056 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209
(513) 913-9489
Location B: 1814 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 319-3021
Ferrari Barbershop & Coffee Co
5 Garfield Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 421-0628
Fuel Coffee Cincinnati
2726 Riverside Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 257-1858
Highland Coffee House
2839 Highland Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 861-4151
La Terza Artisan Coffee Roasterie
611 Shepherd Dr #17, Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 470-0594
CMC Mom Tip: La Terza offers weekly coffee brewing classes and tours!
Lookout Joe
Location A: 15 W 7th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 241-0281
Location B: 3181 Linwood Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208
(513) 871-8626
Luckman Coffee (Central Location)
5200 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 231-1040
Lydia’s on Ludlow
329 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 381-3436
Mad Llama Coffee Shop
5001 Kenwood Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45227
(513) 417-8963
CMC Mom Tip: They are knows for their java whips. Instead of blending coffee with ice they use ice cream. Yep. Ice cream
Mom ‘n ’em Coffee
3128 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 390-7681
Redtree Art Gallery and Coffee Shop
3210 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209
(513) 321-8733
CMC Mom Tip: This is a great place to pick up small, unique gifts for teachers, friends, etc.
Rohs Street Cafe
245 W Mcmillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 381-7647
Sidewinder Coffee
4181 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223
(513) 542-8321
Smooth Nitro Coffee Bar
525 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 400-3532
Square Mile Coffee Company
7420 Hamilton Ave, Mt. Healthy, OH 45231
Tres Belle Cakes and Coffee Shop
8921 Reading Rd, Reading, OH 45215
(513) 260-9883
CMC Mom Tip: Your kiddos will love the cupcakes — and so will you!
Urbana Cafe
1206 Broadway St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 813-3133
Wyoming Community Coffee
434 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 510-4765
CMC Mom Tip: They make their own bourbon vanilla syrup that is delicious in a latte.
Branch Hill Coffee Co
371 Bridge St, Loveland, OH 45140
(513) 774-7774
CMC Mom Tip: Moms can call ahead to order and pick up at the drive-thru. Be sure to try a dirty pumpkin chai with almond milk!
Coffee Emporium (East Location)
3316 Erie Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208
(513) 321-5943
Goshen Grind
6744 Dick Flynn Blvd, Goshen, OH 45122
(513) 781-3328
CMC Mom Tip: Bring your own travel mug for discounted iced coffee!
Luckman Coffee (East Location)
8298 Clough Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45244
(513) 474-8298
The Main Cup
126 Main St, Milford, OH 45150
(513) 248-2089
Old Milford Parlor: Coffee & Ice Cream
119 Main St, Milford, OH 45150
(513) 239-5704
Aromas Java & Gelato
6407 Bridgetown Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45248
(513) 574-3000
CMC Mom Tip: Gelato. In ALL THE FLAVORS. Do we need to say more?
BLOC Coffee Company
801 Mt. Hope Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 429-4548
The Coffee Peddlar
112 Harrison Ave, Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 202-0047
Muse Café
3018 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH
(513) 916-7743
Saylor Park Coffee
6557 Gracely Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45233
(513) 467-0296
White Oak Coffee Coffee House
5935 Cheviot Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45247
(513) 808-2893
CMC Mom Tip: Make sure to try one of their baked goods (like the yummy cinnamon roll!) with your coffee. There are even gluten-free options!
Avenue Brew
310 Fairfield Ave, Bellevue, KY 41073
(859) 261-4381
Bean Haus Bakery and Cafe
640 Main St, Covington, KY 41011
(859) 431-2326
Biggby Coffee
2498 Dixie Hwy, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017
(859) 360-0192
Carabello Coffee Company
107 E 9th St, Newport, KY 41071
(859) 415-1587
CMC Mom Tip: Check out their class offerings through the year for a fun date night!
Folk School Coffee Parlor
332 Elm St, Ludlow, KY 41016
(859) 206-1269
Fort Thomas Coffee
118 N Ft Thomas Ave, Fort Thomas, KY 41075
(859) 814-8282
Left Bank Coffeehouse
701 Greenup St, Covington, KY 41011
(859) 431-4655
Newberry Bros. Coffee
530 Washington Ave, Newport, KY 41071
(859) 261-9463
Point Perk
43 W Pike St, Covington, KY 41011
(859) 292-7375
Reality Tuesday Cafe
1518 Dixie Hwy, Park Hills, KY 41011
(859) 261-4939
Roebling Point Books & Coffee
306 Greenup St, Covington, KY 41011
(859) 815-7204
Trailhead Coffee
648 Monmouth St, Newport, KY 41071
(859) 261-6187
Velocity Bike & Bean
7560 Burlington Pike, Florence, KY 41042
(859) 371-8356
Wyoming Community Coffee, serves La Terza coffee and Madisono’s Gelato. wyomingcommunitycoffee.com
The Just Brew Coffee House serves fresh-brewed coffee, hot and cold beverages, snacks, homemade pastries and more. It provides work opportunities for adults with disabilities as part of the Ken Anderson Alliance’s WORK program. Located at 6940 Plainfield Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236. https://kenandersonalliance.org/just-brew-coffee-shop/
The Madison…love it. https://www.themadisonplace.com/