48 Best Coffee Shops in Lexington

“Our coffee was SOO GOOD!!“

“Going to this place makes my day so much better the food and atmosphere is always amazing. 💚“

“I absolutely love their mission. I volunteer on Sundays with many of these friends that work here. Great drinks, fun atmosphere, friendly employees! Come check it out!“

“I love to try local and this one didn’t disappoint. Lots of selections and an amazing crew with great recommendations.“

“Old School Coffee is a must-visit spot in Lex! The baristas are so fun and love to chat whenever you visit. This coffee shop is in a beautiful "old school" building that is fun to explore. All of their drinks are school-themed, and they always have a drink of the week that is a must-try! Definitely give this place a try!“

“Cool little spot down on Lane Allen close to Harrodsburg Road, they got hot food, cold drinks, and live music ..And yes, they’re open.“

“The drinks are great. We love being able to try so many good games before buying them. It’s becoming a regular atop in Lexington. Though I’m spending way too much on MTG😂“

“We stopped in North Lime while passing through. If we lived in the area, it would be one of our regular spots. The latte had great flavor and creamy foam. They roast beans in-house, and I was convinced to buy a bag. I can't wait to try my purchase of Beans of Haste! We arrived too late to try the special March Madness doughnuts, so we went with glazed. This is not your basic glazed doughnut. Just amazing flavors and mouth feel! My taste buds were singing! Delightful! North Lime is now on my list of mandatory stops whenever we pass through the area!“

“Love Everything about my Dutch brothers here in Lexington, Kentucky the staff, the atmosphere and of course, the great drinks!!!!“

“Flavor, ambiance and service all were great!“

“This place was absolutely delicious. I mean 100/10. We had The classic crepe with strawberries & the Dubai strawberry cup. Run don't walk. Seriously 🤤“

“I'm not much of a drinker but I will remember that irish coffee with bourbon caramel cream for the rest of my life. Soooooo good. Thanks LB 🌈“

“Favorite coffee in Lex…. And honestly anywhere else! Been going for years it’s become a part of our weekend routine!“

“Flavor, ambiance and service all were great!“

“What one of our team members said "Playa Bowls is my go to spot for acai bowls and smoothies! They have a wide selection of options to choose from and the customer service is always amazing!"“

“A wonderful coffee shop!! Great atmosphere and a delicious cappuccino!!“

“I love to try local and this one didn’t disappoint. Lots of selections and an amazing crew with great recommendations.“

“I ordered from this place this morning and I cannot brag enough about how awesome the food was. It was so so good. I highly highly recommend.“

“New to the area, stopped there for the first time and got a lavendar cold brew and the super nova burrito. Everything was fantastic, and the baristas were wonderful. Absolutely recommend.“

“Best coffee+ ever! Great community spirit. Awesome homemade salads and breakfast foods. Great charcuterie in the afternoon evening and paired with excellent wine. Great evening entertainment and/or trivia, etc. all week long.“

“Absolutely delicious! The cinnamon pop tart was perfect 🥰“

“Great spot to meet for a quick chat, or to come hang out for longer work sessions. The baristas are kind, and the pastries from DV8 kitchen are awesome!“

“Absolutely amazing coffee! ☕️ The coffee is delicious, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Even when there’s a line, it moves incredibly fast, which is such a plus when you’re on the go. The service is excellent—everyone is kind, friendly, and welcoming. Great coffee, fast service, and genuinely nice people make this a place I’ll definitely keep coming back to. Highly recommend! 🤍🤍“

“Great experience this morning at Starbucks on Plaudit Place. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great way to start the day! Thanks!“

“Just had my second visit to Tsaocaa. It is such a cute shop. I decided to try a rice bowl this time and a mango cream boba with oat milk. Very good! Loved the dumplings and seaweed salad. The mango cream boba drink was very refreshing. I think the mango cream is my new favorite boba drink.“

“The staff here goes above and beyond making excellent recommendations. The food we ordered was fresh and delicious. Had so many choices for our drinks-amazing. I highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Stopped in after seeing a reel back in November about the pancakes with the bourbon maple syrup. They lived up to the hype. The orange zest was such a perfect addition. My husband got the breakfast burrito (and added apricot jam on top since he doesn’t like spicy… not that the green salsa was imo 🙄). Our waitress, Carmen, described the menu with so much detail and hype that we wanted to order one of everything. Honestly it felt like watching a performance. We ended up sharing the breakfast potatoes w/ cheese and it’s like the most adultish, upgraded version of my childhood favorite McDonald’s hash brown. And I mean that as a high compliment. Also the banana bread latte was delicious and the perfect finish to the meal. We will definitely be back!“

“I got a Salted Caramel Oatmilk Iced Latte on 7/13/26 and oh my goodness was it perfection!! The sweetness level was just right, the espresso wasn't burnt, the oatmilk was creamy.
If I lived in Lexington and wasn't just visiting, I'd go there all the time!“

“Everytime I come through the drive thru, everyone is SO kind and outgoing. Maggie has made my day on several occasions, and memorized my drink which makes me feel so good 🥹 Coffee is always consistent and I never have to wait long despite long lines!“

“I am a coffee snob !!! I found this place threw my daughter in louisville and when I found out they had one in Lexington, I was excited! Their coffee is phenomenal and they will make it however you want ! Just give it a try you won't be sorry !“

“Couldn't be happier stopping in to get some doughnuts today. The staff behind the counter were super nice. When I proclaimed I had never been here before they had recommendations ready for me to try. I bought both of them, and they were both great! Would recommend anyone to check this place out.“

“I have to leave a review after our experience. My little one didn’t want to let go of my cell phone so that the guy taking my order could complete the transaction... I was distracted and a little embarrassed trying to handle everything, as it tends to sometimes go for us.. but Cameron couldn’t have been more professional and genuine. He smiled and shrugged off what many people would have found to be an annoyance. He also swept up the bracelet that was broken in the shuffle of it all. 😊 Thank you, Cameron!“

“I came in from Florida and found this incredible cafe for breakfast in Lexington at the Summit. My waiter, Jaython, was a delight and gave great recommendations - I followed them and would give both the restaurant and Jaython a 10 out of 5, if more starts were available to give! I genuinely look forward to returning Patachou the next time I’m in Lexington.“

“My Order Is Always Correct!! The Food And Drinks Are Hot And Yummy!! The Employees That See Me Regularly Remember My Name And Help Me In Any Way They Can!! I Have No Complaints!! I Would Recommend This Starbucks!!“

“El Cafe is terrific; they were short staffed and busy, and my husband and I still got our order lightning fast. So imagine our delight when the food was amazing on top of that! His chilaquiles were delicious (and spicy!) and the Mexican crepes I ordered were exactly what I was hoping for. The crepes aren't wafer thin like French crepes, but have substance and stand up well to the wealth of toppings. We will be bringing friends and family here as soon as we can!“

“Exceptional Service and great coffee and breakfast items. Love the patio.“

“Thanks for the Pup Cups!!!“

“New to the area, stopped there for the first time and got a lavendar cold brew and the super nova burrito. Everything was fantastic, and the baristas were wonderful. Absolutely recommend.“

“Well located and very clean plus very professional employees! Lots of social distancing inside and out!“

“La Petite Délicat is our go-to spot for French pastries and desserts in Lexington! They also offer signature latte and tea drinks and we absolutely love their macarons! We highly recommend you visit them soon!“

“A small but complete Starbucks tucked away inside a Kroger store. It's a busy Kroger, so parking is not super easy. There aren't enough tables, so it is mainly a take out or drink while you shop operation. They can check out your groceries for you if you don't have many and are grabbing a coffee on the way out.“

“Was going through Lexington to see my family and this place caught my eye, curiousity killed the cat, had to see what it was about.. Very friendly staff and plenty of cool things to buy. Loved the candles and drip recipes.. Ower was a very beautiful lady who was extremely polite and helped me with choosing frim the menu. When it go back I would love to try their different varieties of their tea. Thanks again ladys ??“

“I discovered PJ’s Coffee because of a friend and It has turned into one of my favorite coffee shops on the university of Kentucky’s campus. As a student, it is in a very convenient location as it is on my way to several of my classes. I struggled to find it at first because it is in the business building but other than that I have never experienced an issue here. The staff is beyond friendly and always goes out of their way to make everyone’s day brighter! One of my favorite drinks from here is the peach tea. As simple as it is it is a great pick me up during the day. I do enjoy the coffee as well and they have a pretty good variety of food! There is no seating in the actual shop but right outside of it there is a huge area where students are always sitting and can enjoy their coffee there as well. I would consider this place as a hidden gem whether you are a student or not!“

“Base on the previous reviews, I ordered through the app to make sure getters final product as I wish and it was a success!
I liked the setup and decoration in this place compared to other Starbucks in Lexington. However, the bathroom could be much cleaner.“

“We stopped in North Lime while passing through. If we lived in the area, it would be one of our regular spots. The latte had great flavor and creamy foam. They roast beans in-house, and I was convinced to buy a bag. I can't wait to try my purchase of Beans of Haste! We arrived too late to try the special March Madness doughnuts, so we went with glazed. This is not your basic glazed doughnut. Just amazing flavors and mouth feel! My taste buds were singing! Delightful! North Lime is now on my list of mandatory stops whenever we pass through the area!“

“Old School Coffee is a must-visit spot in Lex! The baristas are so fun and love to chat whenever you visit. This coffee shop is in a beautiful "old school" building that is fun to explore. All of their drinks are school-themed, and they always have a drink of the week that is a must-try! Definitely give this place a try!“

“My friends and I are regulars here and look forward to tea every month. The staff are warm and welcoming, the kitchen is great about making substitutions for allergies or aversions, and the food is fantastic. It's a lovely treat every few weeks to spend an afternoon at Greentree.“