Look, we all resort to Starbucks, Dunkin and the other mega-coffee chains for the convenience now and again. But Orlando is in the midst of an explosion of coffee excellence right now, with new java joints opening every week. If you’re in need a java hit and ready to discover something unique while supporting your community, here’s a list of Orlando coffee houses that are sure to get you amped.

Snowbean 5310 E. Colonial Drive, 407-270-8811 Snowbean is a dessert and coffee cafe located on Lake Barton, which means that you can enjoy their delicious drinks while soaking up the sun. Photo via Snowbean/Instagram
Bynx 420 E. Church St., 954-864-0542 Bynx is another cafe that braved the pandemic to open its doors. Recently opened, this spot has all the signs of a good local hangout — part coffee shop, part record store, all the vibes. Photo via Bynx/Instagram
Lineage Coffee Roasting Multiple locations An Orlando-grown coffee roasting company, Lineage has grown into a three-location business that sources their own coffee. Their newest location opened near UCF last November. Photo via Lineage Coffee Roasting/Facebook
Gratitude Coffee Co. 1307 Edgewater Drive, 407-421-0681 This coffee truck turned cafe is like a secret local treasure located in College Park. Once you have a sip of their cold-brew, you’ll be grateful you stopped by! Photo via Gratitude Coffee Co./Instagram
Sam & George Coffee Co. Pop-up shop, 407-462-4549 Drinking good coffee, around dogs, with the opportunity to help dogs — is this heaven? No, just Orlando’s first pop-up Dog Cafe. Photo via Sam & George Coffee Co./Instagram
Orlando Cat Cafe 532 Cagan Park Ave., Clermont, 352-989-4820 Let’s be honest, you might go for the cats, but we know you’ll like the coffee too. Photo via Orlando Cat Cafe/Facebook
Craft & Common 47 E. Robinson St., 407-723-8078 Craft & Common is definitely a cafe styled after the times — opened in 2018, it’s got a fresh, unique style to go with its fresh, unique coffee drinks. Stop by to get a taste of some of their original Craft recipes. Photo via Craft & Common/Facebook
Qreate Coffee + Studio 1212 Woodward St., 407-601-1796 You might come to rent the studio, but guaranteed you’ll try their hand-crafted coffee while you’re there. The perfect place to get creative with some some creatively-crafted recipes. Photo via Qreate Coffee + Studio/Facebook
La Kuma Coffee 840 E. State Road 434, Longwood, 407-960-8393 If you’re looking for a truly unique coffee experience in Orlando, La Kuma Coffee is a Japanese-coffee culture cafe out in Longwood that has to be on your list. Photo via La Kuma Coffee/Rob Bartlett
Vespr 626 N. Alafaya Trail, 407-930-6430 Everything about Vespr is about bettering the coffee experience. Check out their unique recipes and craft coffee, and be amazed at the experience. Photo via Vespr/Instagram
Le Cafe de Paris 5170 Dr. Phillips Blvd., 407-293-2326 Dying to get out of Orlando? Head down to this Parisian cafe and pretend that’s the Eiffel Tower outside the window, while sipping a decadent tasse du café. Photo via Le Cafe de Paris/Instagram
Easy Luck Coffee & Bodega 2425 E. South St. Super modern and minimal, Easy Luck keeps the focus where it should be: on the coffee. Photo via Easy Luck Coffee & Bodega/Facebook
Stardust Video & Coffee 1842 E. Winter Park Road, 407-623-3393 The definition of eclectic, Stardust Video & Coffee is an Orlando treasure that serves all those who avoid the beaten path. Photo via Stardust Video & Coffee/
Lobos Coffee Roasters 3000 Corrine Drive, Winter Park If that picture doesn’t put you in the mood for a latte, nothing will. Lobos is a brand-new local cafe serving beans from around the world, bringing international coffee aromas to the streets of Audubon Park. Photo via Lobos Coffee Roasters/Instagram
Dona Juana Coffee 6965 Piazza Grande Ave., 321-317-3760 Dona Juana will take you to Brazil the minute you try one of their oh-so-good cups of coffee. Photo via Dona Juana/Facebook
Deeply Coffee 111 N. Magnolia Ave. Deeply Coffee has been serving delicious coffee creations to downtown Orlando since 2018, and they don’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. Photo via Deeply Coffee/Instagram
Axum Coffee 146 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 407-463-2900 Axum Coffee roasts their own beans, in house. And their coffee proves that that makes all the difference. Photo via Axum Coffee/Instagram
Javatino 4065 LB McLeod Rd., 407-730-6625 These artisan coffee roasters are determined to change the way people experience coffee, one cup at a time. Photo via Javatino/Instagram
Achilles Art Cafe 2869 Wilshire Drive, 407-704-7860 A true American dream, the owner immigrated from Germany and opened up this art cafe in 2008. Enjoy your joe amidst its European style. Photo via Achilles Art Cafe/Instagram
Java Js Coffeehouse 1201 N. Mills Ave., 407-440-4233 Java Js is new to the scene, opening up last November in the heart of Mills 50. Be the first of your friends to try their nitro coffee! Photo via Java Js Coffehouse/Instagram
Barnie’s Coffee & Tea Co. 118 S. Park Ave., Winter Park, 407-629-0042 Barnie’s has been around in the Winter Park area for around 40 years, and judging by their popularity in Publix (coffee ice cream, mmm…), they must be doing something right. Photo via Barnie’s Coffee & Tea Co./Instagram
New General 155 E. New England Ave., Winter Park, 321-972-2819 A “modern general store,” New General may just become your new one-stop-shop for coffee as well as healthy lunch. Photo via New General/Facebook
Tutto Caffe 4833 New Broad St., 407-930-0152 Baldwin Perk, er, Park’s Tutto Caffe pairs gourmet coffee and espressos with decadent sweets and savory sandwiches. What more could yoanyonesk for? Photo via Tutto Caffe/Instagram
Foxtail Coffee Co. Multiple locations Probably Orlando’s biggest local coffee chain, Foxtail’s industrial style and craft coffee is a popular Starbucks alternative. Photo via Foxtail Coffee Co./Instagram
Holy Grain Coffee 6735 Conroy Road, 407-704-5875 If you’re looking for a quiet place to relax and have a good cup of coffee, this is your stop. The owner of this little cafe wants every customer to have special experience, whether you’re having one of their Brazilian cappuccinos or a delicious latte. Photo via Holy Grain Coffee/Instagram
Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux 3022 Corrine Drive, 407-427-1440 Bikes, Beans and Bordeaux is like a personalized triple threat for Orlando. If you bike — or even if you don’t — this contemporary cafe is worth the trip. Photo via Bikes Beans & Bordeaux/Instagram
Drunken Monkey Coffee Bar 444 N. Bumby Ave., 407-893-4994 The fact that the Drunken Monkey has named two of their signature coffees after Mojo Jojo and Moko Jono (from the PowerPuff Girls) is the greatest thing. And the drinks are amazing. Photo via Drunken Monkey/Instagram
Downtown Credo 885 N. Orange Ave., 407-519-0643 Credo is more than just great coffee, it’s also a way to support ethically sourced coffee and make a difference — one coffee cup at a time. Visit them at either their North Quarter or Health Village locations. Photo via Downtown Credo/Instagram
CFS Coffee 54 W. Church St., 407-776-2900 With five different locations in Orlando, this Colombian coffee shop is easy to get to, and worth it — both for the exceptional coffee and the at-home atmosphere. Photo via CFS Coffee/Facebook
San Julian’s Coffee 110 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, 407-960-2916 San Julian’s opened a year ago in the fancy plaza on 17-92 that also features Bulla Gastrobar and Sixty Vines, to bring us authentic Colombian coffee. Photo via San Julian’s Coffee/Facebook