49 Best Coffee Shops near Forestdale

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

“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“

“Good vibes in the area … ☮️“

“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 ^^“

“We had a nice lunch on the patio and enjoyed our coffees and sandwiches. The cortado was not sweet, ymmv, and the cold brew was good, not weak nor very acrid. We enjoyed a Japanese egg salad sando, a schmancy BLT, and this avocado toast with a medium-fried egg that was fantastic. The service was great and they also offer pastries from the nearby Last Call Bakery that looked delicious. It was a little pricey, thus the 4-star. Despite this, we already have plans to return.“

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

“Great employees, coffee and breakfast“

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

“An incredible opportunity to live here!!“

“Santos in Homewood is a lively, modern Mexican-inspired restaurant that has quickly become a favorite for locals seeking bold flavors and a fun atmosphere. The interior is bright and colorful, with a casual, welcoming vibe that makes it ideal for date nights, family dinners, or casual gatherings with friends.

The menu focuses on fresh, flavorful dishes with a modern twist on classic Mexican cuisine. Tacos are a highlight—crispy, soft, or grilled, each packed with inventive fillings and vibrant toppings. Burritos, bowls, and quesadillas are equally satisfying, and the restaurant offers plenty of vegetarian options. Sides like chips and guacamole, street corn, and fresh salsas round out the meal perfectly.“

“I was visiting town from Nashville for a concert, and always try a local coffee shop. The barista was fantastic and explained every option in detail. I loved the little cozy, middle-of-town setting in the small strip of restaurants. The coffee was fantastic (shout out to Honest Roasters in Nashville) and the ago toast hit the spot. The have plenty of seating and tables outside as well, to enjoy a coffee outside. Well done!“

“I've practically lived here for the past month while studying for a difficult board exam. I love how the drinks are very customizable, and the general vibe has to be my favorite of any of the coffee shops in Birmingham. Super friendly employees too.“

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

“I was in Alabama for work this week and went to this location multiple times daily for my must-have morning/afternoon coffee.

I got the seasonal coconut vanilla latte, it was incredible! Espresso was never burnt, the color was perfect- if you know what I mean- and tasted like coffee still. Staff was so welcoming and friendly in each visit. 1100% recommend!!“

“Delicious breakfast in a casual atmosphere!“

“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.“

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

“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.“

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

“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“

“Delicious breakfast in a casual atmosphere!“

“The staff are very accommodating. I ordered a latte and have a dairy allergy and they have non dairy options. They also made the latte with the right level of sweetness with the right amount of espresso. There are not too many coffee places open late that serve a good quality coffee at a fair price.“

“I had the chipotle tex-mex bowl with brown rice and chicken. It was probably the best bowl I had in a long time, all the ingredients went together really well and the sauce was, wow. Service was good and the food was ready in under 5 min. Will definitely come back.“

“Great place to do Pilates 💛“

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

“K & J’s elegant pastries suggested I go to Santos coffee so I walked around the corner. I wasn’t sure what to order so I asked for suggestions so I Got me a large iced caramel coffee. It was so good. I wish I wasn’t in a hurry I really liked to have checked this place out a little longer. Really good vibe and the smell of coffee is so relaxing. I would definitely recommend this place and I definitely will be going back again.“

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

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“I am a 7 Brew lover and have been for awhile now. I basically begged the mayor for one here. I’m so happy that we finally have a location closer so I don’t have to drive 30 mins one way for a drink. Yes, this one is a little slow.. but I don’t mind the wait. I can see how that would be annoying for some people though. It has definitely gotten better recently. I go to 7B pretty much every day, sometimes twice a day and enjoy talking to the employees that I see regularly 😃“

“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!“

“Great experience would recommend“

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

“Delicious breakfast in a casual atmosphere!“

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

“Coffee always tastes amazing everything I get one and everyone is always happy and polite when they are ready to serve you especially crazy Mia but she’s awesome. Definitely will continue to be going. Coffee tastes much better than Starbucks.“

“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. ❤️❤️“

“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.“

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

“Stopped here for espresso and a coffee. The employees were very friendly and the space is large with a lot of seating. It looks like this building used to be a Pizza Hut or China Buffet and they repurposed it.

Big outdoor seating, plenty of parking. I ordered a hot mint latte with oat milk and my husband ordered a decaf Cortado. The coffee is my mint latte is mild, tasted a little watered down. My husband said his Cortado was good, better than Starbucks.“

“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.“

“Breakfast was great and prices nice .“

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

“I accidentally ordered my meal on the Toast app to the wrong location. The manager went above and beyond…. helped me navigate it quickly, was extremely kind and didn't make me feel bad for my mistake, even gave me a drink while I waited. And of course the food was excellent as usual!“