Germany is Europe’s largest importer of green coffee beans. The German coffee roasting industry is huge, catering to both it’s domestic coffee market and export markets.
Germans drink 250 litre coffee each year that’s more than the country’s consumption of beer or wine. Various studies have confirmed that Germans not only consume rivers of beer. Indeed, they are also the largest consumers of coffee in the world, consuming an average of no less than 5 cups a day per head.
History of Cafes and Coffeehouses in Germany
Coffeehouses in German history are recorded to be as old as 17th century. Supported by many origins, it’s said that first coffee shop in Hamburg was opened by a merchant from England, in 1679. The Germans loved it and gave a rise to the consumption of coffee and the launch of Cafes and Coffeehouses. Now, there are cafes everywhere in Germany.
Cafes are the best cozy places to have a cup of your favorite piping hot beverage, along with some light snacks. You can visit a cafe with your friends and family or take your partner out for a coffee date.
Let’s have a look at the top 9 Cafes in Germany!
1. Mókuska Caffè
Whenever you visit Stuttgart, don’t forget to visit Mókuska Caffè. In 2014, Mókuska Caffè was founded as the first specialty coffee roasting company of Stuttgart. This specialty roasting company uses both single origin beans and micro lots to make the best and finest single-variety coffee. The cafe is very beautiful with elegant minimal design interior.
Key Features:
- Stuttgart’s first pure specialty coffee roastery.
- Offering best single origin coffees in the cafe and online shop.
- Each pack of coffee is individually hand-packed.
- Bright spot with outdoor seating for coffee & bakery fare, including croissants & cinnamon rolls.
- Arabica and Canephora green beans are imported from producers who have been cultivating coffee for generations, e.g. in Ethiopia, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico or Peru.
- Selling coffee equipments, as brewers, over press, cleaners, filter papers and much more.
Menu:
- Croissants
- Cupcakes
- Espresso
- Iced latte
- Cappuccino
- Cola
- Smoothies
- Coffee roast
- And much more
Timing:
- Mon to Sat: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
- Sun: Closed
Pros:
- Serving world’s finest single-variety coffees.
- Outdoor and indoor seating.
- Cozy and pleasant atmosphere at a beautiful location.
Cons:
- No delivery services. Only dine-in and take-away.
2. YellowBird Coffee Bar
Yellow Bird Coffee Bar is the favorite food cart of locals serving both hot and cold brew coffee with a variety of tasty sandwiches and snacks. The Yellow Bird is the best place to be on Minnesota cold days. This cute coffee bar is located in Bremen.
Key Features:
- Cute and cozy ambiance with pretty yellow color branding.
- Serving the best coffee in town.
- Passionate and friendly staff with quick service.
- Providing catering services for private events in their cute yellow coffee truck.
- Tasty snacks are freshly made and can be customized.
Menu:
- Iced Café Latte
- Iced Cappuccino
- Espresso Tonic
- Cold Brew
- Café Latte
- Cappuccino
- Flat White
- Espresso
- Boppelter Espresso
- Americano
- Cold Brew Tonic
- Frisch gemresster O-Saft
- Portion Rührei
- Hummus
- Croissants
- And much more
Timing:
- Mon to Sat: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
- Sun: Closed
Pros:
- Dogs are allowed
- Friendly baristas
- Cute and pretty setting
- Outdoor and indoor seating
Cons:
- No delivery. Only dine-in and kerbside pickup
3. The Barn Cafe
Not only the best in Germany, The Barn is one of the biggest coffee roasting company also popular in Europe. Founded in 2010, it has made a good name for itself in the coffee roasting industry. You should definitely get a cup of coffee from The Barn in Berlin whenever you visit Germany. The aroma of freshly roasted coffee captivates you as soon as you step into the cafe.
Key Features:
- They claim to roast the best coffee beans on the planet, and strong taste of their coffee never fails to back this claim.
- The Barn Cafe has it’s own The Barn roastery.
- Serving specialty tea & coffee, fresh cakes & sandwiches.
- Offering a variety of monthly subscriptions including limited edition holiday coffee packs.
- Apart from the cafe, the online shop offers international shipping. You can enjoy the best coffee of Berlin at your home.
- The online store offers roasted crushed beans, instant blends and brewing equipments as well.
Menu:
- Espresso
- Flat white
- Coffee cakes
- Pastries
- Cold brew
- Cappuccino
- Croissants
- Yuzu shaken tonic
- Hot chocolate
- Pastel de mata
- Filter coffee
- And much more
Timing:
- Mon to Fri: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
- Sat: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
- Sun: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
Pros:
- Coffee packs are shipped worldwide
- Offering vegan options, as oat milk substitution for diary milk
- Minimalistic and cozy ambiance
- Outdoor seating upon request
Cons:
- No delivery. Only dine-in and take-away
4. Plank Cafe-Bar Studio
Located on a busy street in the heart of Frankfurt, Plank Cafe-Bar Studio is the perfect place to have a drink on the terrace with friends at night. But, Plank Studio is a perfect cozy cafe by the day. This place is named after the famous sound engineer, Conny Plank. This cafe is a must visit spot.
Key Features:
- Serving the best coffee by day and turns into a bar at the terrace by night.
- The fusion element of this coffeeshop attracts a lot of customers.
- Offering tasty snacks and cocktails along with strong coffee.
- Affordable and moderate pricing.
- Friendly and efficient servicing.
Menu:
- Coffee
- Wine
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Cortado
- Pastel de nata
- Brute
- Latte
- Quiche
- And much more
Timing:
- Mon to Thur: 10:00 a.m. to 1 a.m
- Fri: 10:00 a.m. to 2.00 a.m
- Sat: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m
- Sun: Closed
Pros:
- Cheap drinks and trendy crowd
- Young staff
- Dynamic and lively atmosphere
Cons:
- No outdoor seating
- No delivery. Only dine-in and kerbside pick-up
5. Chapter One Cafe
One of the finest and simplest coffee shops of Berlin is Chapter One. The cafe is serving sipping hot coffee with pastries and croissants at a moderate pricing. The simple ambiance and interior compliments the subtle but fine taste of coffee. The cafe is also dog-friendly and offers a special coffee cake that’s super nutritious and yummy for your paw-friend.
Key Features:
- Serving one of the best coffee in Berlin.
- Also, offering a “special of the day” coffee cup at a discounted price.
- Providing outdoor seating with sidewalk benches.
- Scrumptious snacks and sweets are the favorites of locals.
Menu:
- Filter coffee
- Cappuccino
- Flat white
- Pistachio croissant
- Siphon coffee
- Batata parvas
- Honey lemon cake
- Cheese and ham sandwich
- Double cream latte
- And much more
Timing:
- Mon to Sat: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
- Sun: 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
Pros:
- Open on Sundays
- Offering high-end coffee at an affordable rate
- Simple and quiet atmosphere
Cons:
- No delivery. Only dine-in and take-away
6. Café Annabatterie
Café Annabatterie is the cutest cafe on this list. Founded in 2010, this brunch spot and coffeehouse is the top cafe of Mainz. It’s not loved by locals but also attract tourists through the cozy and cute interior and a fan base on Instagram. Café Annabatterie is serving a lot of light meals and snacks with their hot and cold beverages.
Key Features:
- A strong aesthetic look with cute and bright interior and decorations.
- Beautiful and calming ambiance with flavorful coffee.
- Serving hot snacks and light meals with cakes and pastries.
- The owner is a professional baker, that makes it the perfect cafe for cakes and other baked goods.
Menu:
- Coffee
- Smoothie bowl
- Paninis
- Pancakes
- Cakes
- Poke bowl
- Homemade granola
- Cappuccino
- And much more
Timing:
- Mon to Sun: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Pros:
- Vegan options
- Opens throughout the week
- Cute atmosphere
Cons:
- No delivery. Only dine-in and take-away
7. Amber Cafe
Amber Cafe in Hamburg is a richly decorated coffeeshop. There is a great selection of pastries, both sweet and savoury, and the coffee is delicious. The cheese croissant and cherry himbeer schnecken (swirl pastry) are the hot sellers in their menu.
Key Features:
- Serving a number of snacks and savory items with coffee and sweets.
- Beautiful and cozy ambiance at a good location.
- Friendly staff and quick service.
- Serving in-house freshly made ice cream with non-dairy options.
Menu:
- Ruhrei
- Mojito
- Cappuccino
- Latte
- Filter coffee
- Key lemon pie
- Eclairs
- Chocolate mousse tart
- Chicken pot pie
- Paninis
- Wraps
- Curry and rice
- Frappuccino
- And much more
Timing:
- Mon to Fri: 7 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
- Sun and Sat: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
Pros:
- Vegan friendly
- Opens throughout the week
- Cute decorations and Instagram favourite
Cons:
- No delivery. Only dine-in and take-away
8. White Bulldog Cafe
The White Bulldog Cafe was founded by a Russian family in Nuremberg. It’s a popular spot for brunch in the area and famous for their in-house roastery. The White Bulldog Cafe roasts beans on the premises in small batches and makes some of the best coffee in Nuremberg.
Key Features:
- In-house coffee bean roastery provides freshly roasted and high-quality beans for coffee.
- Affordable pricing and fulfilling portions makes it a great brunch spot.
- Serving breakfast through a dedicated menu.
- In summers, ice cream and nitro brew is a popular item.
- Beautiful ambiance with lots of space, huge windows, and central location.
Menu:
- Cappuccino
- Flat white
- Nitro brew
- Soups
- Chicken sandwich
- Homemade cakes
- Avocado toast
- Filter coffee
- Chia pudding
- Caramel coffee
- And much more
Timing:
- Mon to Fri: 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m
- Sat: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
- Sun: Closed
Pros:
- Russian snacks
- Unlimited free WiFi and charging sockets
- Calm ambiance for working and reading
- Bright and spacious
Cons:
- No delivery. Only dine-in and take-away
9. Father Carpenter Cafe
Founded in 2015, the Father Carpenter is one of the best cafes in Berlin. The Father Carpenter Cafe is a bit tricky to spot, as it’s located in the crowded courtyard. The cafe relatively large, with two distinct spaces, one is a cozy cafe space and the other is decorated with chipped blue and white tiles and vintage photographs.
Key Features:
- With an in-house roastery, the cafe uses high-quality imported coffee green beans.
- Along with coffee, coffee packs and equipments are also sold through online shop and cafe.
- Serving specialty coffees & inventive brunch dishes.
- Outdoor seating is also available for bright and cozy ambiance.
- It’s voted to be Berlin’s best breakfast restaurant.
Menu:
- Cappuccino
- Cappuccino with non-dairy options
- Pulled pork
- Croissants
- Banana pie
- Carrot cake
- Tiramisu
- Filter coffee
- Baked french toast with fresh fruits
- Juices
- Cakes
- Cheesecake
- Poached egg and toast
- Avocado toast
- Shakshuka
- Latte
- And much more
Timing:
- Mon to Fri: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
- Sat: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
- Sun: 12:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
Pros:
- Tasty breakfast menu
- Fine specialty coffee
- Large and spacious coffeehouse
Cons:
- No delivery. Only dine-in and take-away
Final Words
All the cafes listed above are offering great coffee with tempting snacks and desserts. We’ve researched and brought forth cafes from all over Germany. Bookmark this article and do have a sip of the best quality coffee and munch down some paninis on your next trip to Germany. Happy vacationing!
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