Looking for the best cafes in Granada, Spain? These spots are ideally situated by tourist sights and offer top-quality coffee and treats!
Those familiar with Abroad with Ash already know one of the first things I do in a city is scout out the best coffee shops.
Unlike many cities where I have difficulty narrowing down my favorites, Granada was easy. These Granada cafes easily stand above the rest with their perfectly pulled espresso and artsy cafe vibes.
I've made sure to include coffee shops that are close to tourist sights so visitors will never be far from a quality coffee.
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- Blue: TOP 5 cafes in Granada
- Purple: honorable mentions
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1. La Finca Coffee
My absolute favorite Granada cafe for specialty coffee, atmosphere, and snacks
La Finca Coffee makes some of the best specialty coffee Granada in Granada. Incredibly smooth flat whites, strong iced americanos, and beautiful latte art to boot.
La Finca has a strong following for not just the coffee shop but also their beans. They supply many of the restaurants and coffee shops in Granada.
When I first discovered La Finca, the menu was TINY. Simple coffees and a few baked goods. That's changed!
A full and creative menu is now on offer. In addition to standard coffee shop fare you'll find nitro cold brew, cold brew tonic, frappes, chai and matcha lattes, a quality tea selection, and the option to order most drinks iced.
Choose from toasts, yogurt bowls, sandwiches, and an array of delicious baked goods. The chocolate bun, cardamom bun, and banana bread are my favorites.
If you’re on the hunt for the most Instagrammable Granada coffee shop, this is your spot. La Finca Coffee makes good use of its space and has a good amount of seating. The vibe is dark and chill.
A stop at La Finca is perfect for sightseeing as it’s smack dab in the center of Granada. Right around the corner from the cathedral.
2. Dulcimena Coffee & Go
Flat White aficionado? This is one of the best Granada cafes for you!
Dulcimena Coffee & Go is another longtime favorite of mine. They consistently make the best flat white in the city. Silky smooth, creamy, and with perfect latte art.
The footprint is tiny and there is always a crowd. You may be lucky and snag standing room or a seat, but otherwise, plan on enjoying outside the cafe or to-go.
Along with their flat white, Dulcimena Coffee & Go is known for their cold brew and muffins.
Plant-based milks are available and you can choose unique brewing methods like V60 or aeropress.
This is a family run Granada cafe, so you'll probably see the husband and/or wife behind the bar. Both are so friendly and make this coffee shop even more memorable.
3. Kona
A recent addition to the TOP 5 Granada cafes...and it impresses on all levels!
Kona was a new find on my last trip to Granada and I fell in love. This is one of the few Granada cafes that offers ample patio seating (which makes up for the small space inside).
The flat white holds a close second to what La Finca Coffee and Dulcimena Coffee & Go serve. I typically stuck with a simple americano/iced americano. Top marks!
The toasts are noteworthy and cheap at €2 to €6. I recommend the following menu items:
- sourdough with avocado, tender shoots, goat cheese, dried tomato and honey
- sourdough with tomato, avocado, fresh cheese and seeds
- croissant with scrambled eggs, avocado, feta cheese and picual oil
- chocolate banana bread
- pistachio cookie
4. Despiertoo Specialty Coffee
One of the best Granada cafes for a modern vibe and the most delicious cheesecake
Modern, minimal, simple. That's the name of the game at Despiertoo Specialty Coffee. Large windows, black countertops, and simple furniture, this is a space to chill with your expertly made espresso.
You'll find the typical coffee shop fare here: flat white, filter coffee, cortado, matcha latte, mocha, and the option to order your drink iced.
I will note that the coffee is strong and intense. The flat white has more of a kick here than the coffee shops listed above.
Be sure to order the cheesecake. It's a Basque-style cheesecake and not too sweet. Amazing.
Skip the toasts as they are better at the other Granada cafes mentioned above...the toppings are a bit sparse.
5. Cafe 4 Gatos
One of the best cafes in Granada for a local vibe and carrot cake
Head to Café 4 Gatos if you want a traditional European cafe with a simple menu and laidback vibe. Like most Granada cafes, the space is small but they do have several tables and chairs outside.
The location is calm and quiet, nestled in the Albaicin quarter. It’s the perfect spot to slowly sip your espresso. The view of the Alhambra Palace is also quite nice.
A small menu is offered with breakfast toasts and sandwiches along with beer and wine.
Try the carrot cake if you have a sweet tooth like me.
Honorable Mentions for specialty coffee in Granada, Spain
1. Noat Coffee
The best Granada cafe for a bright/airy space
Noat Coffee's original location was tiny. After gaining popularity, they moved to a spacious and open floor plan. The new space is bright and airy.
The prices are excellent: €2.50 flat white and €1.80 americano.
I highly recommend their pastries and cookies. All are homemade and scrumptious!
Tasty gluten-free and vegan options are usually available as well as yogurt bowls with fresh fruit, toasts, and sandwiches. If they have the cinnamon rolls, snag one before they’re gone!
WiFi is available for 30 minutes, which I guess is better than no WiFi, but still a bit disappointing.
One of the main reasons Noat Coffee is not in the TOP 5 is because their coffee is very fruity and acidic. But for atmosphere, snacks, and space, it's a wonderful option.
2. I NEED Coffee
One of the best cafes in Granada for friendly service and gluten-free/vegan cakes
I NEED Coffee is one of the few cafes in Granada that has WiFi and a decent amount of seating.
The "build your own breakfast toast" is one of the most popular food options with over 20 topping options.
The prices are great with a flat white at €3, avocado tomato toast €3.90, paninis €4.80, and smoothies €5.
The cakes, more like loaves, are homemade with several gluten-free and/or vegan options. I really enjoyed the chocolate cake and ginger walnut.
I recommend skipping the other pastry options, croissants, danishes, etc., and opting for the homemade cakes.
The coffee shop owner, Genaro, is also extremely friendly.
In summary
These are my absolute favorite cafes in Granada. The ones I find myself returning to again and again. Each of these spots are close to the top tourist attractions, offers quality coffee, and friendly service.
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