Coastal Coffee

by Leah Garcia

Java is lava for the mind and fuels that early morning power walk. From downtown St. Pete to Gulf Beaches, we’ve collected our favorite coffee shops to power your batteries and catch up with friends. Latte, anyone?

Anani Bistro: This sophisticated, spacious cafe serves coffee, housemade juices, acai bowls, smoothies and craft beer and wine. Gulfport

Bandit Coffee Company: Currently serving curbside, this trendy spot brews single-origin roasts and offers seasonal specialties, baked goods and food made in their scratch kitchen. Bandit is popular with locals for weekend food specials and burger movie nights. DTSP

Black Crow Coffee Co.: Black Crow is St. Pete’s first zero-waste cafe serving artisan craft coffee and baked goods. Cozy digs with an eclectic weathered-antique vibe. DTSP, Old Northeast

Coffee Mill: Lounge on a rocking chair inside the black/white checkered bungalow or on the sunny patio with a book and a bagel and inventive flavored gourmet coffees, locally roasted since 1983. Enjoy movie nights, pop-up markets, fashion shows, live music and open mics. Indian Rocks

Craft Kafe: With two locations and a gluten-free menu, this St. Pete brunch staple features creative coffee, sandwiches, baked goods, and the legendary Craft Kafe quiches. DTSP, Pasadena/66th Ave

Gypsy Soul Coffeehouse: Roasting up single-origin coffees at its St. Pete location, this is the perfect spot for piquant fresh roasts and handcrafted sandwiches. DTSP, Redington Shores

Grove Surf Shop and Coffee Shop: Grab an iced latte before hitting the beach at this mixed-concept surf shop and coffee bar. Enjoy a bright beachy interior and specialty beverages, especially the toasted coconut latte. St. Pete Beach

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GulfPerk Coffee Bar: Meet up after tai chi for coffee, breakfast (avocado toast) and baked delights, some gluten free. Gulfport

The Haus Coffee Shop IRB: Wine, beer and craft coffee plus a tasty mini-menu served in a rustic but cozy atmosphere. Check out live music, drag bingo, and family-friendly events. Indian Rocks

Indian Shores Coffee: From the Black Crowe java junkies, this adorable bungalow and patio is perfect for post-beach walking. Enjoy a latte and uber-delish muffins and on occasion, weekend music. Indian Shores

Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails: Inspired by European and American cafes of the 1950s and 1960’s, Intermezzo is a specialty coffee shop and craft cocktail bar popular for happy hour, themed pop-up events, a monthly Mezzo Market and Tuesday jazz night. DTSP

Kahwa Coffee Roasters: With two downtown locations, Kahwa is the largest independent coffee roaster in Florida. Kahwa offers a great community meeting place featuring its own roasts and light lunch bites. They recently launched a simulation cafe in Finance Park this September for middle school students. Multiple locations

Paradeco Coffee Roasters: Paradeco is a new Instagram-worthy cafe boasting a stunning colorful interior and locally roasted coffee. The cafe also offers smoothies, teas, scrumptious healthy baked goods. DTSP

The Scott: Nestled in the renovated 100-year-old Cordova Inn, this eclectic living room serves craft coffee from local roaster Hogg’s Batch by day and classic cocktails by night. DTSP