1138 Goss Ave, Louisville

(502) 785-4079

Located in the heart of the Germantown-Schnitzelburg neighborhood, Bean provides a unique experience by creating a consistent, high-quality product with a friendly, welcoming staff. Owner Billy Seckman says, “Bean is not fancy nor is it interested in fads. This is a cozy, friendly, community-centered gathering place focused on the natural profile of this ancient crop.”  Bean also serves salads, sandwiches and smoothies.

 

3800 Shepherdsville Road

(502) 618-3416

505 W. Broadway

(502) 589-1020

Brew and Sip is a family-owned chain of cafes and coffee bars where each customer is thought of as a family member!  Co-owners Al and LaToya Bradley thoughtfully source their beans and food items from vendors who share in their values, in an effort to create an experience that "wows" customers on each visit. They commit to providing a safe, inclusive and inviting environment for remote work, meetings or just a quick bite on your way. 

 

2868 Frankfort Ave.

(502) 899-9800

Established in 1998a and located on the hip Frankfort Avenue corridor, Blue Dog is an artisan bakery that just happens to serve some wonderful brews! They specialize in European style breads and pasties; soups; salads; and flatbreads.

 

2144 Frankfort Ave,

(502) 895-0076

Touted as an “Espresso Boutique & Café,” Café Classico offers a delicious combination of creative and refined cuisine.  Their ethic of fine ingredients and careful executive lends itself equally to a quick lunch, a full dinner, or coffee at the bar.

 

10616 Meeting St, Prospect, KY

(502) 365-1059

Located in East Louisville’s Norton Commons neighborhood, Café Commons is the “go to” place for coffee and community.  They also serve a variety of teas, smoothies, pastries as well as provide coffee delivery.

2714 Frankfort Ave

(502) 742-6293

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Located in the historic Crescent Hill neighborhood, this coffee shop is comfy and cozy.  They have unique seasonal favorites and love to serve in real mug!

 

1420 Bardstown Rd

(502) 456-1170

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An independently owned shop on the heart of Bardstown Road filled with unique and ever-changing artwork, Day’s is a fantastic hangout and workspace.  With a variety of paninis and other sandwiches one could literally stay all day.

 

106 W Adams St, LaGrange, KY

(502) 602-0020

Looking for an escape away from the hustle and bustle of Louisville?  Head out to neighboring Oldham County to its capital city of LaGrange where you will find locally-owned, Dough Baby Donuts.  More than 20 years ago, owner Spencer’s, grandparents started Finley’s Donuts in the old church building in which Dough Baby sits.  Spencer’s grandfather called the little bundles of dough rising on the table his “dough babies;” hence the name today.

 

2501 Grinstead Drive

(502) 454-0543

Owner Leo Fante is passionate about sourcing the world’s very best coffee, and with his experience in the coffee business since 1978, he brings in some of the most unique and diverse range of coffees of anywhere in Louisville.   The space is purposefully reminiscent of a UK coffee shop at the turn of the century, and owner Leo says, “We want to help cultivate ideas, fuel the conversations, and give the entrepreneurs of Louisville a place to get highly caffeinated and build their businesses.”   Truly a hub for local business-owner, Fante’s even has a printer available for use by customers!

 

1001 Baxter Ave

(502) 857-7457

Founded in 2014, Gralehaus operates its cafe and bed & breakfast inside an old Victorian-style home built in the early 1900’s. Guests can enjoy carefully crafted coffee and espresso drinks featuring Counter Culture Coffee as well as some “breakfast” beer, wine or cocktails. Their seasonally driven food menu is fun, bright and fresh featuring many local farms and food artisans and can be enjoyed in the venue’s beer garden, “Gralegarten” featuring Koln-style Kolsch service every Thursday (in season).

 

More than 30 Louisville Locations

(502) 896-4451

Heine has been dedicated to sustainability and social responsibility for 28 years.  As a founding member of the world’s first fair-trade coffee buying cooperative, they have always prioritized supporting local community groups and buying locally.   While they promise to offer exceptional drinks and friendly service, they are grateful to be focused on making a positive impact in the world.

 

7407 Fegenbush Lane, A

(502) 316-9076

Established by a Highview local in 2021, this coffee shop has a warm and inviting environment, is rooted in community, and the owners are passionate about coffee.

 

2301 Terra Crossing Blvd., Suite 105

(502) 907-5248

Fabulous coffee, tea and homemade cakes, cookies and pastries.   Don’t miss their sandwiches and their Korean specialty dishes like Kimbap and Japchae.

 

1301 Herr Lane

1228 S 7th Street

(502) 963-5734 

North Lime Coffee & Donuts is a specialty coffee shop and donut bakery offering life-changing donuts and handcrafted beverages at four locations in Kentucky. They offer a community-focused atmosphere filled to the brim with fun supportive folks.

2407 Brownsboro Rd Suite 102

2860 Packerland Way

(502) 871-5082

Ntaba roasts and serves direct African trade coffee and tea. They know and work with each farmer to ensure that their beans come directly from the best farms and cooperations in Africa. Founded with the hospitality of the owners’ German and South African heritage, the ‘haus’ feels like home – a place where people come together to share stories, build relationships, discuss opportunities, and meet with friends, new and old.

 

316 W Ormsby Avenue

In addition to a passion for making delicious coffee, the Co-Op’s members share a fundamental commitment to building up the Old Louisville neighborhood, a fierce dedication to diversity and inclusion, and a deep sense of responsibility to the environment.  The Co-op partners with Three Keys Coffee, Kizito Cookies and Sis Got Tea.  

 

Mark – 800 East Market Street

Frank – 2341 Frankfort Avenue

River – 9561 US 42, Prospect

Duncan – 1626 Duncan Street

Featuring the best chocolate chip cookie in town, zero non-caffeinated drink choices and loud music, be prepared to get hyped up at Please & Thank You. Lauded by the USA Today, Martha Stewart Living, GQ Magazine, Southern Living, and more, you don’t want to miss a visit here!

 

802 East Main

930 Baxter Avenue

11213 River Beauty Loop, Prospect

“Barista founded. Community inspired. Quality for all,” is owner, Nathan Quillo’s mantra.  With multiple locations, Quills is committed to building a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere for their employees and customers.

 

1399 Lexington Road

(502) 569-0000

A small batch coffee roaster and drive thru serving up delicious handcrafted coffees that are roasted with love.

 

1707 Bardstown Road

(502) 384-3555

Master Roaster, Mike Safai, procures ethically sourced coffee while building loyal relationships and sharing support through the SAFAI Foundation in coffee growing communities.   Their coffee is directly traded and locally roasted specialty grade coffee, brewed to order since their founding in 1998.

 

2122 South Preston Street

306 West Woodlawn Avenue

231 S. 5th Street

1647 Norris Place

3922 Willis Avenue

A company born out of a thorough appreciation of great coffee, creative reflection and a simple community, their name is from the Greek word sunergos used in the First Century to refer to relational, collaborative service.