50 Best Coffee Shops in Gainesville

“This place is amazing!! The owners were super friendly, greeting everyone who came through the door. They answered our questions about Gainesville (we were in town visiting UF) and gave us a feel for the city and community.

The food was extraordinary! I had the protein waffle and my daughter had a dragon fruit bowl. Both were healthy, filling, and delicious. My daughter ordered a fruit drink and I had an iced tea drink. Again, both excellent.

I can only hope we are in Gainesville again so we can visit GainzVille Hub! Highly recommend!!“

“I had an Amazing London Fog tea with honey this morning!! The only problem was that between the lavender buds on top and the flavorful Earl Grey tea, I couldn't tell if I was supposed to be relaxed or energized. 😁🤣“

“Amazing place. Best coffee in gnv! I’ve bought so many plants. Always brings me a smile to stop here !!“

“The coffee is absolutely top notch. They serve Resident, the coffee tastes fresh, the recipes are dialed in. The pastries are also so so good, with a good mix of a few savory items thrown in. The service is friendly and fun. There is very little seating and not a ton of tabletop space or outlets for people who want to work -- just fyi, not a negative! It's a very cool, laid back spot to spend some time.“

“Love the tower rd crew! They are always so sweet & helpful. By far my fav location & one of my top fav coffee places in Gainesville! The crew on tower rd just makes the drive worth it!“

“Great coffee shop and loved my experience. I came for a cup of coffee to-go and stayed because for the warm, welcoming, and positive environment. Shoutout to Brad and the crew! Food/Coffee was great with unique selections and the shop is beautiful. I look forward to stopping by again next time visit Gainesville.“

“Stopped in for the first time while visiting Gainesville and this place is great! super clean, very friendly and knowledgeable staff, and stellar coffee. The Smoked Mexican Mocha is a solid 10/10. Will absolutely be back!“

“best coffee shop/food in Gainesville“

“Always delicious!! Love their food and coffee! ☕️ check out the specials!!“

“A Safe & Welcoming Place for Our Teens: �As a parent, I’m incredibly grateful for Coffee Culture in Gainesville. They’ve created such a warm and welcoming environment—not just for us adults, but for our teenagers too. My daughter and her friends often hang out outside the café while waiting for parent pickup, and the staff has always been kind, patient, and understanding. They even go the extra mile by offering free waters and treating the kids with respect, knowing that they’re still learning and growing. It means so much to us as parents to know that our teens have a safe, friendly place to spend time. Thank you, Coffee Culture, for being a positive part of our community. Your kindness does not go unnoticed.“

“It was definitely a new experience for me, but I would visit again“

“Absolutely love this place! The energy here is unmatched—the staff is always so hyped, playing great music, and genuinely friendly. They get you through the drive-thru incredibly fast, and the coffee is always on point. The Blondie is an absolute must-try. Dutch Bros COULD NEVA !“

“Every time I come in for coffee and sometimes a pastry or sandwich, the service is excellent, quick and friendly! The iced lattes slight foam from shaking to mix, instead of stirring, is genius and a true delight! Even when the lines is longer, they work with efficiency and knock it out of the park! ❤️“

“We went for the first time to experience a sound bath which was amazing! We go there early to check the place out. It was so great! Caleb was so friendly, the kombucha was first rate and I’m picky and the golden milk was the best my friend ever had and has been drinking it for years. Well worth a try. Can’t wait to go back for tea ceremony and more.“

“-Great coffee
-Great service
-books
-chess boards
-Fantastic music playing on vintage stereo equipment
-I didn’t try the food but it appears they have a dedicated cook making things from scratch.
-I feel more comfortable here than in my own house
-cafe Voltaire is the best name for a coffee shop I have ever seen“

“Excellent!!!! Buen trato y servicio“

“DONUTS ARE AMAZING HOT & FRESH A WIDE VARIETY Something for everyone“

“Worst sandwich ever and charged $9.80 for it. DONT ORDER A SANDWICH. Dry croissant with a very thin piece of cheese and One very thin piece of meat. It was so thin it was transparent. I thought it was the wrapper left on the cheese! Had to use my nail to peel it up to see. RIP OFF, never again. Can't say about other items...“

“Amazing and Nice owner!“

“In the day and a half that we were in Gainesville, I visited this coffee shop four times! I am a tea drinker, and fell in love with their Florida Chai. It is AMAZING, with hints of citrus in addition to more traditional spices. My daughter ordered a traditional chai and it, too, was incredible, with layers of spices. Both teas had remarkable depth and were a true brew. The shop offers a full range of coffees, teas, and baked goods, along with a few convenience items, and their menu includes several milk alternatives and natural sweeteners to choose from, in addition to standard options.“

“Excellent baked goods, unbeatable coffee, spectacular sandwiches, incredible prices, and friendly people with great conversation.”Hand-kneaded bread made fresh daily. We’re visiting from Miami and highly recommend this bakery to everyone in town.”“

“We enjoyed the smoke. Great quality. Super friendly owner and staff. We will be back. Music was awesome too.“

“I work at Haile Plantation..always love my Frozen Vanilla Chai ☕“

“Delicious coffee and tea drinks, friendly staff, great atmosphere for chit-chat and reading. Love this place!“

“Delicious coffee! Friendly staff!“

“Everyone is always super friendly and today we were treated to a new Scooter’s Kid’s cup! The mini version is exactly what my mini needed to start her workout! 😉🥰“

“this place is really cute! the atmosphere is good. i’m sure the coffee is also good. please, for the love of god, do not order the cucumber lime agua fresca. it tastes like iced pickle juice. no hate just take ts off the menu dawg. cute place tho!“

“I couldn't ask for more in a coffee shop. I enjoy the espresso drinks and iced coffee they offer, and I also appreciate their snack and meal options. The Baristas at this location are also top tier wonderful, especially Emily and Josie. A trip to opus always brightens up my day.“

“Normally the girls at opus spring hill are great but this morning was less than ideal I get the same thing every morning but this morning it was a awful experience. My cup was over filled dripping down my cup and tasted nothing like it normally does I was super disappointed“

“Great drink and they do the Unique Rice Roll really yummy“

“I visit this coffee shop on a regular basis. The employee make the vibe amazing. Sometime I go down just to chat becuase they are amazing people. Oh and the cofffe is fantastic, I love the seasonal special so creative. But I’m a iced and hot 47 GIrlie!!! Thanks Opus crew!“

“And absolutely outstanding culinary experience. The chef has created a truly unique gift that combines art and flavor. The service was phenomenal, the food was so unbelievably good and I can’t believe more people aren’t talking about this gem. 100/10 Went for a birthday dinner and they went out of their way to make the birthday person feel exceedingly special .“

“wow, I was blown away by the customer service. I’ve never been to a place and had a barista care for my order as much as Pierce did what a great guy he offered me suggestions through my allergies and make sure to comfort me every step of the way. i feel safe here thank you“

“When you roll in at the wee hours of the morning and people greet you with a smile it’s refreshing. While on business trips you need all this you can get. They make a mean matcha and do so with an extra helping of cheer. Thanks Starbucks employees that helped me start my day in the right direction. I appreciate you and all that you do. I see you.“

“I had an excellent experience at this shop because of Natalie! She was friendly and very helpful and she went above and beyond. It’s rare to receive such outstanding service, and I truly appreciate her kindness and dedication. Thank you for providing such a positive experience!“

“Normally the girls at opus spring hill are great but this morning was less than ideal I get the same thing every morning but this morning it was a awful experience. My cup was over filled dripping down my cup and tasted nothing like it normally does I was super disappointed“

“We picked up 24 macarons yesterday. 12 for a thank you gift for a colleague and 12 for us at home! They are delicious! We ❤️ Macarons.“

“This is such a nice place. My kids said it was the best drink they ever had! The man who helped us was very nice and gave us great advice as to which drink we might like. We highly recommend visiting.“

“It’s the best coffee place ever !!“

“awesome place with fabulous drinks.❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Food: 10/10 frappes are customizable (to an extent). Dairy free options available. They are really thick so be sure to drink them while their still very frozen or you’ll be adding ice water to it later
People: 9/10 love the people, they can just be a little hard to find at times. Each person is vastly different from the other so you’ll probably have a different experience every time (all good though!)
Atmosphere: 10/10. Definitely set upr to sell. The stands are in appropriate places to be seen but not in the way. Lighting is at a good level.
Value: two frappes with substitutes was cheaper and had better value than their surrounding competitors

Dietary restrictions: Dairy sensitive options“

“Normally the girls at opus spring hill are great but this morning was less than ideal I get the same thing every morning but this morning it was a awful experience. My cup was over filled dripping down my cup and tasted nothing like it normally does I was super disappointed“

“Best croissant I think I have ever had. I may be addicted after just the first visit!!“

“I usually don't do too many reviews, but I must say Vine Sourdough Bakery is the best. I only do 100 percent whole wheat bread. So, I wanted 100 percent whole wheat sourdough bread. I could not find it anywhere in Ocala where I live.I searched the Internet for about a month and found Vine. I sent an email, they said yes they have 100 percent whole wheat sourdough bread. I went about two weeks ago & purchased 3 loaves. The best sourdough bread I ever taste. But, I got a coffee with oat milk & honey & a cinnamon roll. I know I wasn't supposed to have the cinnamon roll, but it looked delicious. I sat in my car & ate the cinnamon roll & drank my coffee. Baby, when I tell you that was the best cinnamon roll I ever tasted, you better believe me. The coffee was so good , just a smooth different taste than other coffee I drank. I went back inside & purchased two more cinnamon rolls, one for me & one for hubby for the next day. Thank you Vine Sourdough Bakery.“

“Just went recently for the first time in a while, doughnuts were better than I remembered. I’ve been going there for probably 20 years. SO Doughnuts look well, better than expected quality. Charming lady at the counter, interior is the same as when I was in college I think. I’m OK with that! It might seat 3-10 people, it’s pleasant to sit there and eat your donuts immediately. Coffee was awful, even though a famous brand. Well I can easily make good coffee but not a bunch of doughnuts! Is that why everyone is getting stuff to go?’ That’s sadly common in Gvl (bad restaurant coffee, for decades) I will go back soon’“

“Great Starbucks branch. Nice ambiance to enjoy your coffee and great customer service.“

“We love this place. It has the best smoothies and the absolute best bagel sandwiches I've ever had. Customer service is great. They listen well, and I am especially impressed by how I can say all the items I want, and they remember and make everything correctly. They heat up the bagels, which are a good size. They are soft, warm, and so addictive.“

“Vegan delight! Friendly and accommodating staff. ❤️“

“I have been ordering coffee beans from Strongtree for about 2 years now, I have in between ordered from a couple of other places and none were able to compare to my morning cup made with the beans from Cris and Nora. I now order 3-4 pounds at a time and make sure I always have enough available in between. I also love that they always send a small sample of something I haven't tried yet, some I end up ordering with the next batch.
Thank you Strongtree Coffee Roasters, for making my mornings so much better.“

“Loved it here had a great time with the grandkids“