- Q: What makes Memphis a great place for coffee lovers?
- A: Memphis is home to an array of independent, locally-owned coffeehouses offering steaming mugs of gourmet coffee, freshly baked mouthwatering treats, and comfortable space with high-speed Internet to get some work done.
- Q: What kind of coffeehouses can you find in Memphis?
- A: From cozy cafés with sidewalk seating where you can sip French Press coffee and enjoy a croissant, to spacious bustling coffee houses with ample seating, an energetic vibe, and professional baristas working their magic, Memphis offers diverse options.
- Q: What is the best way to enjoy coffee in Memphis?
- A: Whether you want to watch the world go by at a sidewalk café or enjoy a vibrant, bustling atmosphere at a busy coffee house, Memphis has some of the top spots to grab a great cup of joe.
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1. Cafe Eclectic
Enjoy fresh coffee and delicious pastries in a cozy, relaxed atmosphere.
Cafe Eclectic is a casual neighborhood coffee shop and café with three locations around the city that serve all-day breakfast, delicious lunches, and an array of freshly baked cakes, cookies, muffins, pastries, bread, and rolls. The café’s original location at 603 North McLean in the heart of the Volentine-Evergreen district houses the bakery and central kitchen, as well as an expansive coffee bar, an old-fashioned soda fountain, and a sunny patio for alfresco dining. The all-day breakfast menu features eggs done in several ways, three-egg omelets with various fillings, breakfast wraps, chicken and waffles, homemade biscuits and gravy, vegan pancakes, bagels and lox, French toast, and house-made granola, yogurt, and fruit.
Café Eclectic, 603 N McLean Blvd, Memphis, TN, Phone: 901-725-1718
2. Bluff City Coffee & Bakery
Savor handcrafted espresso drinks and baked goods in downtown Memphis.
Located in the South Main Historic District, Bluff City Coffee & Bakery is a casual neighborhood coffee shop and bakery that serves espresso-based drinks, a variety of teas, and healthy smoothies, along with gourmet sandwiches and pastries in a bright, modern space. The Downtown coffee shop only offers espresso-based drinks, as well as flavored lattes, mochas, and blended iced coffee drinks made with beans sourced from Central America, Indonesia, and South America, and breakfast and lunch sandwich menus boast gourmet sandwiches, salads, and mouthwatering pastries. The coffee shop has plenty of space with high-speed Internet making it an ideal spot for catching up on some work.
505 S Main St #4458, Memphis, TN 38103, Phone: 901-405-4399
3. Casablanca Restaurant
Discover flavorful Mediterranean dishes in an inviting, family-friendly setting.
Casablanca Restaurant is a casual eatery in East Memphis that serves Mediterranean and North African cuisine in a stylish yet laid-back atmosphere. Set within a nondescript strip mall, the restaurant makes up for its out of the way location with superb food like melt-in-your-mouth falafel, warm pita bread served with olive oil from Jerusalem, and a variety of chicken, lamb and beef shwarmas. Don’t miss the homemade iced tea with fresh herbs and Wolf River Honey. Owned and operated by Jerusalem native, Aimer Shtaya, Casablanca offers comfortable indoor and outdoor seating and promises a Mediterranean feast like no other.
5030 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38117, Phone: 901-725-8557
4. Square Beans Coffee
Sip locally roasted coffee and enjoy quick bites in charming surroundings.
Square Beans Coffee is a quaint and quiet locally-owned and operated coffee shop on Collierville's town square that serves espresso-based drinks, flavored lattes, mochas, and blended iced coffee drinks, along with healthy smoothies, breakfast sandwiches, homemade quiche, and other light lunch options. The little coffee shop also sells housemade Italian gelato and sorbetto, as well as locally produced food items like honey and prime grass-fed meat. The coffee shop has plenty of space with complimentary high-speed Internet making it an ideal spot for catching up on some work.
103 N Center St, Collierville, TN 38017, Phone: 901-854-8855
5. French Truck Coffee
Taste rich, fresh-brewed coffee in a vibrant and casual atmosphere.
Located in the Crosstown Concourse, French Truck Coffee is a New Orleans–based coffee chain that is renowned for its excellent coffee, organic signature, and custom burgers, and craft beers. The counter-serve café boasts the brand’s trendy, laid-back aesthetic with bright yellow walls, leather armchairs, and hanging Edison bulbs. Café-goers can enjoy espresso drinks brewed with its signature house roast and specialty pour-overs and alongside freshly baked pastries and sweet treats, and heartier options like gourmet breakfast sandwiches, avocado toast, homemade soups, and fresh salads.
1350 Concourse Ave #167, Memphis, TN 38104, Phone: 901-878-3383
6. Society Memphis Skatepark and Coffee
Skate exciting ramps and enjoy quality brews with friends.
Located Binghampton, Society Memphis Skatepark and Coffee is a massive 10,000-square-foot indoor skatepark that provides locals with a skating venue, a skateboard shop, and a casual coffee shop. Established to serves as a haven for the community’s skaters, the one-of-a-kind indoor skatepark has a coffee lounge that serves pour-over regional craft coffee, espresso drinks, and an assortment of both freshly prepared food and other beverages. The café has complimentary wireless Internet and exhibits artworks by local artists, and the adjacent Contact Skateboard Shop run by Zac Roberts offers a variety of skateboard paraphernalia.
583 Scott St, Memphis, TN 38112, Phone: 901-218-1882
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