50 Best Coffee Shops in Birmingham

“My partner and I were in town from California and this place is the ticket for true coffee consumers. Clean space with a great vibe . The coffee is fantastic and the staff is spot on and friendly. Can t wait to return. Thanks guys“

“Been meaning to try this place out for a while, and finally had the time to today! Such a cute atmosphere, the staff was super friendly, and the service was quick! Not terribly crowded at all, and everyone there was just chill and having a good time by the looks of it. I will be returning when I can! The iced coffee I got was also very scrumptious, just what I needed this morning ^^“

“Good vibes in the area … ☮️“

“Love this place and the owners!!! Such a wonderful business.“

“What a great find today in Birmingham. The BLT made with Milk bread was great!!!! Girl! The white chocolate bread pudding with strawberries and rhubarb totally off the chain. Finished with a delicious cup of black coffee. Get yourself there now you’ll enjoy it.“

“Delicious special Beverages!! Such quality!! We are so lucky to have y’all in our community! Thank y’all for supporting Oak Mountain Elementary School! ❤️💙“

“I had a hot mocha that Mitchell made really sweet just like I wanted it!!🙂 We're already "fammy" and wish them the best! P.S. The homemade baked goods are amazing!!❤️❤️“

“Great place to hang out and work/study! Great staff and delicious coffee plus try a homemade poptart if available!“

“Absolutely delicious coffee and the concha was 😋 love the vibe & definitely will be my go to coffee place next time I'm in B'ham!“

“Great employees, coffee and breakfast“

“Awesome addition to the Crestwood neighborhood!“

“An incredible opportunity to live here!!“

“Great place to do Pilates 💛“

“Best mini’s around Made fresh while you wait“

“I happened into this location today and was VERY pleased…Bert, Harper and the Team were incredibly hospitable, welcoming and friendly…the coffee was top-notch…I’ve already told 5 people about them this afternoon…check these folks out in Bluff Park!!!“

“It was our first visit to Lee’s and we will be back! The staff was incredibly welcoming upon entering, answered all my questions, and gave me a great suggestion for a BYOL. I got banana and dulche and it was divine! A little sweet but the espresso was still there and delightful. My friend got a blackberry cobbler latte and I tried theirs, will be getting that our next visit, AMAZING. Opal also enjoyed her pup cup and the staff were so kind even though she was a little rambunctious. The patio was perfectly shaded, and the inside of the shop was so neat. 10/10!! So glad we stopped in today.“

“Food was good, but everything was cold. Really like the place the staff is excellent. Wish they would concentrate on making sure that the food arrives hot.“

“On the menu, you’ll find a thoughtful variety of espresso drinks, pour-overs, and seasonal specials. Their house blends are praised for balancing brightness and depth.  During the fall, Baba Java’s specialty drinks like the Pumpkin Pie Latte and Flannel Camel show they aren’t afraid to experiment with flavor.  The Pumpkin Pie Latte delivers subtle sweetness without overwhelming, while the Flannel Camel’s mix of cold brew, maple, and nutty notes is a win over ice.“

“I had an incredible experience today with Grounds Coffee! Expertly crafted coffee and baristas that made me feel like family!“

“Great atmosphere. So glad there's another place like this in Birmingham! Great Coffee, great pastries, and fantastic entertainment. Can't wait to come back for a show to try some of their cocktails! After hearing about the owners sister who was killed by a metra train, it's so inspiring to see her keep thriving and keeping her sister's memory alive. ❤️❤️“

“I absolutely love this place! literally, this place is absolutely phenomenal. there's two separate bartenders that are there on any given morning... both these girls are absolutely fantastic. both of them are really really pretty and they've got amazing attitudes, they've always got a smile on their face and what's amazing is, you can walk in on a Monday morning like this morning, knowing it's Monday and it's overcast and those two girls were laughing and cutting up and smiling and it just put you in a really really really amazing mood to start your day. I'm of the belief that if we can be around people that can brighten our day, then we definitely should. these girls start my morning off on a positive foot. I don't feel like a customer, honestly I try to bring them either energy drinks or donuts and then eat the world's greatest biscuits and gravy, that gravy is absolutely amazing, and there's always a smile on their face, it's always an amazing time and I look forward to each time I come which is about 3 or 4 days a week. the stores always really clean, and it smells amazing. the restrooms are always in great condition, sitting at the bars amazing, there's never food left around or sitting around, they're quick to clean up the tables, these girls really run the show, and everybody else in the background does an amazing job too. really thankful for this place, and I'm really glad that I get to be a part of the BBB family! Yall rock“

“The team at bullet coffee always do an excellent job. They all seem very knowledgeable and happy to ensure each customer coming through the drive through has a great experience.

The drink options are exciting and unique and I can’t wait to continue to try more each day.

Bullet coffee also offers a loyalty card, unlike many other quick caffeine stops!“

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“Staff is very friendly and helpful. Always have pleasant conversations while waiting for our drinks with the team here. Coffee and energy chillers are always good. Even though our order is the same every time we go the sweetness/flavor varies, sometimes I taste no flavoring in our drinks, sometimes it's really pronounced - even though we always just get the normal amount.“

“Ruby Sunshine Homewood was kind enough to donate delicious Sausage and Bacon to our brunch for Labeled and Loved Jefferson County Sisterhood Circle. We are a support group for special needs moms. The managers Marsha and Andrew were very professional .Your generosity was much appreciated❤️ See you soon!“

“This coffee is located inside the Region's center downtown and open to the public. The ladies who run and manage the place are amazing and always have a smile on their faces. The coffee and treats are sweet. If you don't know what to choose, they are more than welcome to recommend a drink based on what you like. Keep up the good work ladies.“

“Delicious breakfast in a casual atmosphere!“

“Delicious breakfast in a casual atmosphere!“

“Great tiny local bakery with some absolutely killer pastries when you're craving a little something sweet. We've had the croissants, pecan sticky buns, and fruit danishes - and all have been great. Every time we go we've tried something different and nothing is ever short of quality. Very small interior, basically just room for a few people to stand and the counter - but we don't really care about sitting inside, just be aware if that's your plan - there's no seating. Ladies behind the counter are always patient and kind.“

“Lively! I am not from Birmingham but I am a coffee lover. From Orlando but, I wanted to see something new for a change from the normal city life. Noticed there were allot of coffee shops here than in any city I’ve been to which made it hard to decide on which one I liked to visit more but something about the atmosphere caught my attention. It was quite which made it easier to work. The environment even though it was quiet it felt inviting. The glass made allot of natural light come in and I loved being able to enjoy a good view while working. I definitely would come again even if it’s to relax. Unfortunate I’m not from here. Anyone who enjoys coffee I highly recommend to come here.“

“Colette was a very good server. Food was above average. Bloody Mary wasn't worth the $10.00. However, we get our bill and we are being charged $2.00, a piece, for a biscuit..... WTH??? The menu never mentioned an additional charge for a biscuit, toast, or etc... I even told the brunette waitress that looked like a manager but she was probably the dishwasher. We love the Frothy monkey too but I think you just lost some customers. PM me if like“

“I usually enjoy 7 Brew drinks, but my recent visit was disappointing. The server brought my drink out while digging in his mouth, which felt unprofessional and unhygienic. Handling drinks while touching your face can make customers uneasy, especially when it comes to food safety. I hope management addresses this so future visits feel cleaner and more professional. Overall the drinks are great, but the service experience needs improvement.“

“Great little place right outside the Hilton. Awesome breakfast options as well as lunch, should have swung by there for dinner also. Got the blazer toast and a large white mocha iced latte, both outstanding. Really liked their toast bar as well as the multiple bakery options. Definitely going to stop by next time. I’m in Birmingham again.“

“East 59 Cafe in Lee Branch is my favorite spot for a coffee, lunch or even alone time. I have had several birthday parties held here and will continue to go to them. Thank you always for the kindness shown to my son, daughter and I. All the best!“

“My favorite local restaurant- delicious food, atmosphere and staff exceptional, and also fun to shop for unique gifts.“

“Excellent cafeteria style food! Love the hamburger steak, the sausage with kraut, and the baked catfish! Always plenty of great sides to go with them. Great food and great people! They've been a staple of Tarrant for at least 30 years, probably longer!“

“Celebrated with a group in Chez Lulu. The atmosphere was great and the food quality and assortment was nothing short of amazing! The staff were so friendly and welcoming. My favs were the Greek pizza and chocolate Potacreme.“

“The best place to study in Birmingham“

“I recently had gastric sleeve surgery and have had a terrible time trying to find stuff to drink that is calorie free and no artificial sweeteners. A friend suggested that I try the tropical tea. I did and I was hooked!! Their customer service is amazing and when my order was put on back order, they were so friendly and did everything they could to get my order pushed through.“

“Love observing people bring their vision and craft to life. The atmosphere, team, and food they’ve passionately brought to life in this space is inspiring.“

“Nice location, and very nice staff. I spent about $20 for a specialty drink + a nice sized sandwich + tip. Coffee selection is very basic, they have a few fun/seasonal drinks but nothing crazy or exciting. Food menu is also simple, and I don’t think I saw any prices listed on the TV screen for the food items. I did like that my sandwich was made to order—already better than Starbucks!“

“Principio is a local roastery with excellent coffee . I love the mission! "Empowering Dreams"“

“Delicious breakfast in a casual atmosphere!“

“Highly recommend visiting, trying the baked treats and coffees. Delicious😋“

“just now I was visiting the Birmingham Airport in Alabama and ordered 2 coffees from terminal C and I spilled one of my entire coffees right in front of the store. Quickly an employee sweet as can be came out and helped me clean up while the other employee remade my coffee for FREE without me asking!! It is my first flight and my nerves are shot and this act of kindness from both of your employees made my day better. Thank you starbies!!“

“The best place to study in Birmingham“

“Jessica is a rock star! I ordered food Sunday thru DoorDash and it was not what it supposed to be! When I called she apologized and took my name down. I went today and she made to bowl for me even though they don’t make the bowls doing the week.“

“Love This Starbucks Location“