50 Best Coffee Shops in Sarasota

“Just had my first visit to Hashtag Cafe in Sarasota, and I'm already counting down the minutes until I can go back! This isn't your average coffee shop; it's a unique blend of Moroccan and German influences that creates a truly special atmosphere. From the moment I walked in, the owner made me feel incredibly welcome – a truly pleasant start to my morning. The menu is an exciting array of coffee and tea options, promising something for every palate. But let's talk about the homemade pastries... absolutely divine! I highly recommend the spinach and cheese pastry; it was truly to die for – flaky, flavorful, and utterly satisfying. It's not every day you stumble upon a place like Hashtag Cafe. This hidden gem offers a warm, inviting ambiance and a delicious taste of something different. Super happy I discovered this spot and can't wait to explore more of their offerings. If you're in Sarasota, do yourself a favor and check out Hashtag Cafe – you won't be disappointed!“

“The coffee is exceptional! The atmosphere is very welcoming. I love it here. 💖💖💖“

“There are several good coffee places in Sarasota, but this one is the best. The friendly warm couple who run this shop treat you like family, and offer a non-sugar, non-artificial vanilla ice coffee that competitors do not offer.“

“Super chill, cozy vibe, fun people, great coffee!“

“What a wonderful restaurant. I have traveled extensively in France and found this hidden jewel in my backyard. The food is not only exceptional, but also true to French cuisine. You have to try the croissants and baguettes which are freshly prepared daily. The crepes and sandwiches are superb as well as the desser pastries. I strong recommend this restaurant. It is definitely worth the drive.“

“Run, don’t walk if you want the best Breakfast in Sarasota…. Nice people, AMAZING food !!!“

“My husband works in Gulf Gate, just a few storefronts down from Clever Cup, and we have been getting coffee from here since they have opened. I can honestly say that I have NEVER had a bad experience and the coffee and baked goods are always delicious! The baristas are amazing and although we probably shouldn't have favorites, I simply adore Veronika and Karissa. The two of them are always ready with a smile, a cheerful, 'Good Morning!' and even if I've had an icky start to my day, the two of them are always able to brighten my mood and I wind up walking out with delicious coffee and a smile. We love to shop local and this is one of the places we will ALWAYS support. Thanks, Clever Cup, we love you! 🥰“

“Quaint, personable and delicious. Spending the day here while in town for business. Great location that highlights the Sarasota vibe.“

“First time today! Very good especially since im picky about my coffee.. look forward to my next visit ❤️“

“The tea house was charming with a different t theme in every room. Service was fabulous, food was delicious, and we were served a lovely ginger licorice lemongrass tea at the end . We sat in the Alice in Wonderland room which we all loved! A special thank you to the owners for meeting our special dietary needs, for taking countless pictures for us and for making our experience one of the best!“

“The best ice cream in Florida! Generous portions, friendly staff and a wonderful location. You can sit inside or outside, both are fun. Can't wait to go back, yummy!!!“

“Absolutely the BEST ice cream around. As a family we drive an hour nearly every week to eat Jake's ice cream...YES, it's that good! Incredibly kind owner and staff as well, this place is a must visit if in the Sarasota area (and beyond!) Once you've tasted Jake's ice cream it's hard to ever eat anything else, he's raising the standards for homemade ice cream with every flavor - although we all have our favorites we've never tried one we didn't like!! (My personal favorite is Salty Turtle)“

“Hands down, the best coffee I have ever had! It’s been months and I’m still thinking about it. What’s it going to take to get you guys up in Northern Virginia?!? 🙏🏼🤎“

“Cutest spot to grab a coffee and relax!“

“First I want to start by saying I am not easily impressed but every now & then the Universe will grant us an inside look at how things could be when we operate in LOVE & gratitude. I had to have my new car serviced & had a less than pleasant experience at the dealership. It threw me into a less than desirable energy. It affected me. My partner suggested to “let’s take a walk down the street and grab some coffee” (probably to calm me down). When we got to the coffee shop he looked up it was closed. The lights were off & we didn’t see anyone in there nonetheless he grab the door to see if it would open (it didn’t). I was upset that we now walked down a busy street (me wearing wedges) to get coffee and the place was closed. I started walking off when out of nowhere the door opens to the coffee shop & the most friendly face peaked out & said “We are closed but I can’t let you leave disappointed, come in & I will serve you”. I was in disbelief. The shop was clean, the lights were off and this man opened his shop JUST FOR US. He goes on to tell us that he is the owner of the shop and his employees had already left and that he hasn’t fixed coffee in over ten years but he was going to take our order anyway. He proceeded to make us our desired coffee (all 4 orders were specialty orders-not regular coffee) …. All 4 of us couldn’t believe it & to make it even more beautiful, all 4 of us said it was THE BEST COFFEE we had ever had….. seriously, hands down and there isn’t even a close second…. The coffee was AMAZING. He allowed us to come into his shop after he had already closed it down, dirtied it up for us, allowed us to sit inside and drink our coffee AND conversed with us for a good half hour, telling us of his bad car dealership experiences, his wife and just joking with us. Had a smile on his face THE ENTIRE TIME while making our coffee and talking to us. His name is Rami. He is the owner of Compa Craft Coffee & Cocktails & also owns the pizza place across from it (I believe it is called Origins). My takeaway- it only takes ONE PERSON, one energy to affect many. I went in there with a negative energy & left with a life lesson, a living, breathing example of how LOVE can change the masses and the best coffee I have ever had my entire life. THIS human is what I aspire to be and his energy is what I aspire to encompass. Rami changed 4 lives with only a smile & a giving heart and doesn’t even know it. ❤️“

“Great little hidden gem in Downtown Sarasota. Great coffee and customer service ☕️“

“Awesome experience. Amazing ice cream! Highly recommend for all!“

“The flavor of their spices is wonderful. Far exceeds the regular brands. I highly recommend their products.“

“ALLES!!! Das Essen, den leckeren Kaffee, die tolle Atmosphäre, die Freundlichkeit und die Sauberkeit . Wir kommen wieder“

“Good food and service at the Wilmington, DE location“

“Fabulous local cafe in downtown Sarasota located on Main St. near Lemon Ave! I started coming here around 10 years ago when Starbucks closed for renovations so this was my morning go to place on my bus layover and I’ve been a patron ever since. Although it’s changed hands a couple of times they’ve always had a very friendly staff and wonderful daily made pastry’s and treats…the coffee is great as well! If you’re downtown I highly suggest trying them out!“

“Celebrating our youngest daughter’s birthday and engagement, what a beautiful morning, great pastries, amazing croissants, and the drinks were divine!“

“Fast, friendly, cheap, high quality, tasty, healthy treats, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, soup and salad too.“

“amazing food. very affordable pricing. I consider this place a favorite of mine to go.“

“To : Danny, Kennedy, and co. … Job well done!
5 Stars – A Gem with Great Vibes and Even Better Coffee!

I had such a great experience at Bad Ass Coffee! From the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly kind and welcoming — you can really tell they love what they do and care about the people who walk through their doors. The atmosphere is relaxed and fun, with just the right mix of energy and island vibes.

The coffee? Absolutely delicious. Smooth, rich, and full of flavor — you can taste the quality. The coffee ice is a game changer!!Whether you’re grabbing a quick cup or hanging out for a while, it’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back.

I also appreciated the little details — the place was clean, well-designed, and had a great selection of drinks and snacks. It’s the perfect local spot if you want something way better than your average chain. Highly recommend stopping by — you’ll leave happier (and more caffeinated)!

Bonus: pet friendly! My golden got a pup cup. ;)“

“One of the baristas always recognizes me and we chat briefly if he isn’t too busy.“

“I'm always craving a good cup of coffee ☕ Today I chose to step into Kahwa to escape the heat. I usually aim for a hot coffee but seeing two draft options I entertained my curiosity... I learned that they have two cold brews on tap. Making the decision between cold brew and nitro cold brew seemed indifferent. Fortunately Liv was on duty and offered me a sample! Boy was that a blessing. I was able to make my decision with some understanding of my options. Not only was the services amazing the artwork displayed was breathtaking! I'm definitely coming back soon ?

Oh before I forget the cold brew was rich in flavor unlike your run of the mill starbs or something iced coffee!“

“I wish more people would write reviews when they get awesome service. We were brought to Aroma through our local Chamber of Commerce when we were having some issues with our previous company. Their team came out to sell us on the machine, but also sold us on their service. The Sales, Delivery, and Service are top notch here!“

“This place is AMAZING! Great Czech food. Highly recommended. We will come back again!“

“Great team and some of the friendliest people I've ever met! Love the crew at Derek Ave“

“My family and I spent the afternoon at this pleasant ice cream shop. In addition to the excellent quality of the ice cream, the service was fantastic, including the pets. This filled me with joy.“

“Enjoyed dinner at Green Zebra tonight. Fabulous selection of menu entrees. Our party of 6 (plus 2 grandchildren) enjoyed several dishes including Barramundi, Short Ribs and Smoked Weygu beef w/portobello mushrooms paired with a variety of delicious wines….. we will be back for sure!“

“I will drive out of my way just to come to this starbucks. The team that works here is the best. They know me by name now because i do go frequently. No matter if I go into the store or drive thru my iced espresso is always on point and love all the workers! This my favorite store. “

“Best croissant breakfast sandwiches ever! This coffee shop is so good! We LOVE Captain Curt’s Restaurant and this coffee shop is such a wonderful addition! Hayley, Russell, and Alexis are very friendly and they all make awesome lattes!!! The pastries and drinks are excellent!“

“Delicious french food!! Best french restaurant!“

“The quality of everything in that store is top notch including the staff“

“all around the best around“

“Beverages are good like all Starbucks. Food is okay and a little better than McDonald's. Counter service is friendly and helpful. Bathrooms were clean, both the men's and the women's according to what my wife experienced. I had some kind of fruit drink but not a smoothie. It tasted similar to a Crystal Light drink and was $4.95. Since we had access to a clean bathroom and spent about $10 for 2 beverages, I was satisfied.“

“Likely the best atmosphere Starbucks of the Sarasota Area.... It is very high on cleanliness as well.

...but for some reasons all SWEETENERS are hidden behind the counter.

What a strange way to cut down on expenses ?

Espresso is served without drip plate.“

“Although this place is not exclusively vegan, they have some of the best vegan food I have had in a while and everything was very clearly marked. It was hard to decide what to order—so many options to choose from! We ended up ordering the Bollywood handheld and the Farmer skillet (with tofu scramble). Added the vegan cinnamon roll to the skillet plate for a small upcharge, and got the golden milk latte with oat milk. Everything was delicious! Beautiful food and lovely staff. I enjoyed the homemade hot sauce so much I purchased a bottle for home. I regret not taking more pics of the food but will share a pic of the cinnamon roll and latte. I am already looking forward to the next time! Definitely recommend!“

“The drinks and cookie in this little outstanding shop are always delicious. The service is also always wonderful and those who work there are always friendly. To top it off they have a points system where you can earn free food/drinks if you go enough. Whether you are local or visiting Sarasota you definitely want to make sure you stop and enjoy some of their excellent offerings.“

“amazing selection of Artisan cheeses and pantry items. Everything on their kitchen menu is amazing. Always see smiling faces here!“

“I always have a great time! There is indoor and outdoor seating, which is really convenient. The prices are great and they are usually running specials.“

“5 stars all the way! Had the specialty blueberry pancakes with lavender lemon ricotta. Delish! Also our server was fantastic and asked us right up front for everything we needed (though she was never out of earshot I think). cute space and great experience! will go back next time I’m in “

“The baristas are friendly, fast, and great at their jobs. We pop in while we're visiting family from out of state and the baristas are always incredibly kind and patient when we have questions. They appear to be dog friendly, as I've run into many (very well behaved!) pups who come in to sit quietly with their humans. There's also lots to do nearby, including the Opera House, Whole Foods, parks, and shopping!“

“There isn't anything you cannot handle with Latititude 23.5's gourmet blend on board, but for the really stressful, chaos on steroids day you need a bit more self care... Latitude's got an answer for that--their Roast Master's Reserve. No coffee roast comes close to Latitude 23.5's. None. Stop getting your drive-through coffees... spend money wisely on what feeds your soul. Your search has ended... Latitude 23.5 is the answer!“

“We are lucky to call Wow Wow Lemonade our neighbor. It's always a treat to go next door to get a refreshing lemonade throughout the day. We HIGHLY recommend you try them out!“

“This is my home Starbucks so I always go to it. The employees have always been awesome and have always gone out of the way to make me feel special by doing things like remembering my name. Today I had an experience that reminded me just how special this Starbucks is. As I pulled out my wallet to pay, I unknowingly dropped a 20 dollar bill on the ground. I was lucky that the lady behind me noticed and she picked it up and handed it back to me. This was very kind of her and being a poor college student I can use every dollar I got. I didn't really know what to do repay her other than say thank you. The employee who was ringing up the lady gave Her free drink on the house. I thought that was incredibly cool and I was grateful that Starbucks could help me show my thanks. Just another sample of how amazing my home Starbucks is!“

“Best Ding tea in town. Go there about everyday. Everyone there is amazing.“

“This is by far the BEST Starbucks location and I travel all over the state of Florida and other States for work so I’ve stopped at 100’s of Starbucks locations. The service is great and they always take pride in making the perfect drink. I am so grateful this is so close to my house!“