50 Best Coffee Shops near Forestdale

“Love them,, They are very accommodating and polite with great hours“

“The bestie & I bundled up to c Santa. It was very nice.“

“Punchlove is one of my most favorite Birmingham coffee shops! They have incredible coffee, pastries, and non-coffee drinks! I especially love the sarcastic, seasonal menu. They have a lot of unique flavors and menu items–– I'm a big fan of the Punchies–– as well as a plethora of dairy-free drink options.

Great atmosphere with beautiful plants, and the owner is super knowledgeable about coffee. However, I wouldn't recommend this spot if you're planning to do work or focus. They don't offer wi-fi and have a no laptop policy on the weekends.

Dietary restrictions: Dairy-Free“

“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“

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

“Good vibes in the area … ☮️“

“The coffee and atmosphere is amazing. I could tell they were understaffed when I came, yet both of the staff members were the sweetest and kept apologizing for the wait on our açaí bowl. I got an iced oat milk latte with cinnamon and honey (The Roosevelt) and it was one of the best lattes I have ever had!!!!! However, our bowl we received was not very good. The base was completely frozen and we could not get through it. Additionally, the bananas were so unripe that they were crunchy and had no flavor to them. This has nothing to do with the staff working as they were both so sweet and kind and made sure me and my girlfriend were taken care of, but I feel as though the açaí bowl should have been better due to the price. I adore this location and the coffee, but I would probably not try any açaí bowls from them again.“

“OMG! 10/10 I RECOMMEND!!! I loved everything about this place from the moment i walked in the door and upon cashing out and leaving...Great customer service they were very sweet and informational..i felt like i was talking to family!i am very serious when it comes to customer service,if i dont feel welcome i will leave and won't return! it was a nice simple menu (not overwhelming with 1,000 items)we ordered a iced caramelicous latte,a banana best smoothie and a banana nut blast meal replacement.Everything we ordered was Great!plus everything was AFFORDABLE!“

“My first visit was today and I loved it! This place is so cute and the coffee is delicious. I will be returning soon!!!“

“Great employees, coffee and breakfast“

“I stopped by the location in Montgomery by chance a few weeks ago, and loved their coffee. Was so pleased to see we have our own location in Birmingham as well! I got the cold brew with macadamia milk, and it was great! The store is bright and airy, and the baristas are helpful, kind, and efficient. There is street parking nearby for visitors.

Vegetarian options: bagels, pastries, yogurt, dairy and nondairy milk.

Dietary restrictions: Offers macadamia milk and oatmilk“

“Despite the fact that when we went there they were short of a lot of food, the drinks were very good. I would advise you a hundred times to go and maintain local cafes like this rather than an old Starbucks on the corner. At Santos the coffees and matcha lattes are very good. Unlike Starbucks, you don't feel like you're drinking sugar, but a real drink (which is what I'm personally looking for).“

“So lucky to have this shop right down the street from my home office. As a busy Realtor in Birmingham, its a perfect place to meet with clients and business partners--light, whimsical and great coffee. You MUST try items on the seasonal menu featuring Domestique Coffee. Support local. Great stuff. Friendly staff.“

“They are so friendly and I love the decor! I love the coffee choices too and the “sweet bread”. lol It’s such a unique atmosphere and I’m so happy to have such a creative Hispanic coffee shop in Birmingham. I hope it’s just the beginning…“

“Delicious breakfast in a casual atmosphere!“

“I liked the Mayan coffee and the stoic service. I don't know what happened to my hearing that day but I had the hardest time understanding the barista. She took it in stride and after my third fumble she started speaking with an accentuation that bordered on the theatrical and a smile that showed more empathy than frustration or sarcasm. I guess a white beard comes with benefits.“

“Friendly service and delicious food & bev :) I had a pimento cheese & sausage biscuit + a white chocolate & caramel latte ... PERFECT for Saturday morning errands!“

“Oh man where do I start??! The taste of this coffee is divine. The baristas are quick and kind, easily able to become your next besties. This place has not just coffee, but also REAL chai and REAL matcha from REAL ethical and sustainable sources. Need a snack? They’ve got everything from full breakfast meals to snacks before lunch to lunchtime sandwiches. All of this and it’s conveniently located in the downtown region center see you can pop by before doing your banking business! There anything more convenient or helpful??? You’ve got to try this place out I know you’ll fall in love with it <3“

“Greeted by friendly faces and a chill atmosphere while I fill my cup (both literal and socially) so I can pour into others. The owners are so kind. I love finding local small businesses to support. Will bring my sister with me next time I'm in the area.“

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

“I purchased the 20 Oz Americano with vanilla, Simple Syrup, and heavy whipping cream. It was pretty good. I didn't eat anything, but I noticed someone eating a sandwich, and it looked delicious.

I gave the Atmosphere a 3 star... the chairs are hard with this really long bench, and I would remove that and do the cushioned chairs that they have in place of that.“

“Delicious breakfast in a casual atmosphere!“

“I love this restaurant. I am a flight attendant and was in town for a layover and I decided to get brunch because I was going through a really hard time. It was actually my mom‘s death anniversary and I was struggling. I ordered brunch and a carafe of mimosas to myself and Riley (staff) actually came to talk with me and I really needed that. The staff seem to care about their jobs and their customers. Even while dealing with difficult people they kept their composure and grace. I would definitely go back if I’m in Birmingham again.“

“Very nice hotel !!the staff was very nice and professional“

“OMG !! I don’t know why I have not stopped here sooner but like everything else God’s timing is right on time.. the ambience and the service the coffee is amazing the staff is so very sweet this was my first visit and I order an Iced latte and it was absolutely amazing .. the cherry on top was the staff ..they were so kind patient and I can appreciate gratitude with great customer service.. I 100% recommend.. please excuse the empty cup but it was so good and smooth.. I’m in love some good coffee and this is it ….“

“Had great experience. Friendly staff and yummy food with specialty coffee drinks.“

“Cozy coffee shop in the heart of Homewood. Excellent customer service and atmosphere.“

“I am a huge O'Henry's Fan! As a local Realtor, I am often in need of a place to pop in and grab a quick coffee date with a client or grab a table to sit and knock out a few tasks before getting back on the road. O'Henry's has been my go to for years now, and the many locations are an added bonus. The coffee and muffins are great! Try one of their seasonal blends (hot or iced) and you might be surprised at how good it is.“

“Great place to do Pilates 💛“

“The best place to study in Birmingham“

“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!“

“The best place to study in Birmingham“

“Delicious breakfast in a casual atmosphere!“

“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!!“

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

“This venue is one of the coolest rooms in B’ham. The staff is friendly and the bands are rockin!“

“The guy at the window was super friendly and made my morning! Sorry I didn’t get your name😊 Fantastic service and drinks this morning!!“

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

“Locally owned, hole in the wall venue, friendly service, amazing breakfast! Highly recommend anyone in the area to stop by and visit at least once. The fried pork chop and egg breakfast is second to none. The western or meat lovers omelette is absolutely delicious! The French toast is not for the diabetic with its extremely flavorful cinnamon and powdered sugar topping. Another recommended breakfast choice is asking for grilled toast, you'll think me later!
If you live close or traveling through, you need to visit our friends over at the cedar house and experience the local food!“

“I love them! I usually do the APP and I'm outta there!“

“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.“

“⭐️💵 ROCKS! ☕️ Got my Limited Edition, reusable Holiday cup! Peppermint Blonde White Chocolate Mocha!“

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

“Great Coffee, Great Price“

“Get the donuts, skip the rest. I used to be a huge fan of this place, but after their expansions, it’s clear the quality has taken a nosedive. The Hero Burger, once amazing, is now a sad shadow of its former self. The patty is dry and lacking in flavor, with barely any cheese, and hardly any cracked sauce. We used to love coming here and supporting a great local biz, but now it feels like they’ve sacrificed quality for quantity. Come for the donuts, they’re still good, the buns and lunch menu are just not what they once were :(“

“Breakfast was great and prices nice .“

“I recently added a review about being overcharged. It was a mistake on my part. I was so distracted that I forgot I asked for a $10 cash back. I hope it didn’t cause the young lady any animosity at work. This was indeed a mistake and oversight on my part. She was very gracious today and didn’t have to be.“

“My first time to order a coffee at the "new" Starbucks inside the remodeled Target. Starbucks was moved over to what was once the small in-store snack/cafeteria and it also got a nice remodel,. I ordered a regular coffee and the server asked if I wanted a flavor with it so I asked for vanilla and the drink was great - I really liked it as I have found most "regular" coffees in Starbucks are too bitter for my taste and required me to add much cream. This new Starbucks is nice, clean and lighting is great.“

“as far as the Buddhist 8 fold path applies. I believe everyone at Starbucks and Starbucks corporation has right lively hood. a righteous way to make a living.“