Café Los Sueños

Our first visit to Café Los Sueños was truly memorable. After reading the café’s glowing reviews, my husband and I decided to visit as a way to unplug from technology, relax, and enjoy our favorite books; and we couldn’t have made a better choice.

From the moment we walked in, Carlos, the owner, greeted us with such warmth and kindness. We had a friendly conversation with him both at the beginning and throughout our time there, which added such a personal touch to the experience. We ordered a Horchata latte with oat milk and an Ethiopian coffee and both were absolutely delicious.

But what truly stood out was the atmosphere that Carlos and his wife have created. It’s more than just a coffee shop… it’s a beautiful little community. Almost everyone who walked in seemed to know Carlos, and there were heartfelt, lively conversations happening all around. It felt like a safe space to share and connect; a rare and precious thing in today’s fast-paced world.

We will absolutely be returning to Café Los Sueños to disconnect and recharge. And if you visit, be sure to ask Carlos about the story behind the T-shirt framed on the wall. ;)
The story is just as heartwarming as Carlos himself, who makes every single person feel welcome.

If you walk in and see the woman, walk out immediately. She doesn’t like people and doesn’t want to serve you coffee. I Asked for 2 pour overs with oatmilk. I got two coffees that sat out way too long in a pot that looked like something used on a desert station at a banquet hall with whole milk. I saw her pouring the whole milk but she was so hostile I didn’t feel like getting chewed out for correcting her. I’m lactose intolerant but I needed caffeine bad so I paid the price later on that morning. Pastries were aggressively thrown in a bag and my Muffin although delicious was all crumbles at the bottom of a paper bag. I’ve heard amazing things about the place so I would come back to see the gentleman everyone speaks so highly of. If she is there, I’d probably walk out. Not worth all the attitude.

Best coffee beans in Baltimore and it's not even close.

Coffee’s delicious, pastries scrumptious, staff is friendly. It’s a gem.

A Cafe that can't give a glass of water to go while you wait forever for your latte to get ready? Rude owner.. Won't recommend.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Latte Coffee

Small neighborhood coffee bar

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Latte Coffee, Iced Latte

Great coffee, their scone was delicious and their service is exceptional! If not too busy ask about the shirt in the frame, it’s a beautiful and inspiring story. ❤️ Love places like this one!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best coffee in Baltimore. Carlos and his staff make you feel welcomed. Nothing but good things to say. They don’t overcomplicate their menu. Coffee is good quality and consistently good. Carlos takes pride in his craft. Los Sueños is a must try if you’re looking for good quality coffee and speaks for itself. Dark roast is my favorite.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

I’m a college student and wanted to try a cafe further from campus— they did NOT disappoint. Very simple menu, the coffee was well made, the pastry was delish. Will be showing this place more love in the future 🩷

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Latte and Savory Scone

This is the only place for coffee and small
breakfast bites.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Latte Coffee, Croissant

The coffee is amazing and the pastries are freshly baked.

SUPER tasty espresso!!

Beautiful neighborhood coffee bar and a super walkable part of town. Service is always excellent and the coffee is very high quality.

Vegetarian options: Most of the breakfast pastry offerings are vegetarian

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This is the place to go for coffee! Impressive. Solid and overall just can’t say enough. Give it a go!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Carlos runs a great shop, has a passion for coffee, real life experience on the other side AND has a great story. Can’t ask for a better place to have a cup of coffee. This spot is one of my most favorite places in the US. It’s rare to visit a cafe with an owner operator who also lives and invests in the community they live in. Come in, sit on a 1950’s repurposed bar stool and have a chat with neighbors, strangers, or my man Carlos.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5