There is nothing like a hot cup of coffee to get your day started, no matter what the temperature outside may be. Thankfully, in the Magic City, there are many options beyond your home-brewed variety. Here are some of our favorite Birmingham coffee shops where you can get a cup of coffee, a bite to eat and so much more.
Our Favorite Birmingham Coffee Shops
Church Street Coffee and Books
81 Church Street, Mountain Brook, AL 35213 Phone: (205) 870-1117
Hours: Sunday, 7 a.m to 10 p.m.; Monday through Saturday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m
Church Street Coffee and Books is a local coffee shop gem. Not only do they offer great customer service and baked goods made in-house, but they also serve great coffee that is locally sourced from Homewood’s Octane. It’s definitely worth the visit for a skinny latte and a breakfast bite or a breakup cookie.
Church Street also offers a large variety of books, and the staff is always ready with a recommendation or two. Book orders can even be sent in via text and will be ready for pickup or free delivery to the Mountain Brook community within two days. This full-service coffee shop is what caffeine connoisseurs’ dreams are made of!
Enjoy a latte and a bite to eat!
The coffee shop has beautiful displays of books for sale and comfy reading nooks.
O’Henry’s Coffees
2831 18th Street South, Homewood, AL 35209 Phone: (205) 870-1198
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
569 Brookwood Village, Suite. 101, Birmingham, AL 35209 Phone: (205) 870-1148
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
2915 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35205 Phone: (205) 250-1195
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Harbert Center – 1901 Sixth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203 Phone: (205) 323-1198
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, closed
O’Henry’s Coffees boasts a friendly and knowledgeable staff, tasty food and drinks, and a relaxed and laid back environment. And they have been serving up some of the best coffee in the area since 1993. O’Henry’s currently has four Birmingham locations in Homewood, the Regions/Harbert Center downtown, Brookwood Village and Highland Park for coffee drinkers to enjoy. What sets them apart is that they roast their coffee in a facility in Homewood and have been doing so for more than 25 years. They roast small batches to provide consistently delicious coffee every time you order. O’Henry’s offers 40 coffee varieties including single origin micro-lots and the most delicious mocha java blend you’ve ever had.
A mocha at O’Henry’s Coffees
Roasted beans are available for purchase in the store.
The Red Cat Coffee House
2901 2nd Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233 Phone: (205) 616-8450
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, closed
1701 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233 Phone: (205) 518-0779
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Red Cat Coffee House owners Kirk Summers and Erin Isbell began by roasting small-batch coffees using a home roaster and selling them at the Pepper Place Saturday Market. When demand continued to grow, the pair decided to open their own shop. All about sustainable coffee, the folks at The Red Cat focus on the quality of the coffee and the fair treatment of the laborers who actually cultivate and harvest it. To achieve that end, and to create a perfect cup of coffee for their customers, they make yearly treks to the coffee farms themselves, visiting places such as the volcanic slopes of Boquete, Panama, the high mountains around Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic, or estates in Costa Rica and El Salvador. You can rest assured your cup of joe has been thoroughly vetted! If coffee is not your cup of tea, The Red Cat also provides live entertainment on weekends featuring indie, folk and acoustic artists. They also serve beer! Visit them at Pepper Place or their newest location near Railroad Park.
The funky, open interiors at the Red Cat Coffee House
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Customers tell Kirk that they can really taste the espresso in Red Cat‘s lattes.
Santos Coffee
2024 3rd Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203 Phone: (561) 601-0723
Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
New to the scene is Santos Coffee, located on 3rd Avenue North in downtown Birmingham. This idyllic spot is the perfect nook for studying, writing or simply relaxing. With seating outside and in, there is no shortage of space for their patrons to sit back and enjoy a hot (or cold) cup of joe. Not only do they offer delicious coffee that is made from 100% Guatemalan Arabic beans, but they also have crepes and donut waffles that are out of this world. Yep, they are as delicious as they sound. When you head in, make sure to order a mint latte and tell them your friends at StyleBlueprint sent you!
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Satellite in Saturn
200 41st Street South, Birmingham, AL 35222 Phone: (205) 703-9545
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m, to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Satellite located inside of Saturn in Avondale serves up some delicious freshly brewed Domestique coffee and delicious pastries from various local vendors. Satellite boasts a laidback environment that is perfect for those who want to connect with friends, relax with a good book, or work on their to-do list. There is spacious seating, USB chargers built into the bar, and free open-network WiFi. Once the coffee shop closes, be sure to head back to the bar for a delicious cocktail or to catch a show at Saturn.
Grab a cup of local coffee and relax at Satellite.
Filter Coffee Parlor
1927 11th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205 Phone: (205) 202-6422
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Located on 11th Avenue South, Filter Coffee Parlor strives to “connect the community by providing a place that allows patrons to engage with each other.” This mission statement is something Filter truly lives up to. It was really important to the coffee shop to offer an event space reserved for special programming that promotes community.
Owners James Little and Jill Marlar say, “It’s all about coffee, but its more than just coffee.” Filter serves some of the best high-quality coffee, teas, specialty drinks, and seasonal foods. With their coffee sourced from Alabama roasters, you know each cup is going to be consistently smooth, rich and delicious.
Woodlawn Cycle Café
5530 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35212 Phone: (205) 224-4011
Hours: Monday and Tuesday, closed; Wednesday through Sunday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tucked away in Woodlawn is the chic and modern Woodlawn Cycle Café. This café is much more than just a coffeehouse. Woodlawn offers a full espresso bar, a full menu, beer and wine. Woodlawn Cycle has a posh, minimalistic aesthetic and is the perfect spot when you need to get a quick caffeine fix. Their espresso is out of this world and will definitely help you get over any mid-day slump! In need of a space to host an upcoming baby shower, rehearsal dinner or company meeting? Their event space is the perfect quaint location for an intimate affair. Woodlawn Cycle Cafe is a favorite for locals and visitors alike, and we can certainly see why.
Caveat Coffee
2832 Linden Avenue, Homewood, AL 35209 Phone: (205) 820-7414
Hours: Monday through Sunday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
New to Homewood on Linden Avenue is Caveat Coffee. Caveat strives to “offer high-quality coffee in a comfortable environment while creating connections with those you care about most.” Their coffee is sourced from La Colombe roasters in Philadelphia, and we can tell you from experience that it is a great-tasting cup of joe! While we think their coffee is amazing, the oat milk vanilla latte is a StyleBlueprint team favorite.
If you’re not in the mood for coffee, try one of their beers or a glass of wine. Caveat has placed a huge emphasis on its event space that can accommodate up to 100 people. It’s the perfect location for a bridesmaids’ luncheon, baby shower or corporate affair. In a hurry? No problem! Caveat has a pick-up window that’s perfect for when you need a caffeine re-charge on a tight schedule. Just place an order online and you’re good to go.
The Neighborhood Brew
5184 Caldwell Mill Road Suite 206, Hoover, AL 35244 Phone: (205) 980-7445
Hours: Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, closed
Located in the Birmingham suburb of Hoover, The Neighborhood Brew is a coffeehouse meant to feel like your “home away from home.” This coffee shop strives for every customer who walks through the door to be treated like family. With the passion of bringing together people from their community, Neighborhood Brew serves up some fantastic coffee, beer, wine, pastries and other food items. The atmosphere is very relaxing and is the perfect spot to connect with a friend over a cup (or maybe a glass of wine), study or grab a quick snack. If you’re looking to venture out of downtown, make Neighborhood Brew in Hoover your next spot.
The vibe in Neighborhood Brew is inviting and relaxing.
Lucy’s Coffee & Tea
2007 University Boulevard, Birmingham, Alabama 35233 Phone: (205) 328-2007
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m to 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, closed
Lucy’s is the perfect coffee spot for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy our favorite, EggMacLucy, which is a combination of egg, cheese, bacon, sausage or veggie sausage, on an English muffin or bagel for breakfast. In need of a tasty lunch? They have that, too. All of their homemade soups, salads and paninis are delicious! Lucy’s serves only the best 100% organic espresso blend so coffee lovers are sure to love their drinks as well. Recognized for their friendly staff and inviting atmosphere, Lucy’s is a staple in downtown Birmingham and in the coffeehouse scene in the Magic City.
The cozy atmosphere at Lucy’s makes it inviting to all.
Revelator
1826 3rd Avenue North, Unit 101, Birmingham, AL 35203
Hours: Monday thourgh Sunday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Revelator is no stranger to Birmingham. Since 2014, the team at Revelator has intentionally built strong relationships with their coffee producers to ensure the best coffee for their customers. Revelator sources their coffee beans seasonally in order to keep their menu fluid and ever-changing. They offer coffee that showcases variety and regions around the world. The goal behind Revelator is that everyone would feel welcome in their shop and that diversity within their staff and customers alike would be celebrated. In 2015, Revelator opened a 15,000-square-foot roasting facility in Birmingham. Stop by the downtown Revelator location and enjoy a cup of coffee that is served with impressive intentionality and care.
Enjoy a drip coffee at Revelator downtown.
Seeds Coffee Co.
174 Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL 35209 Phone: (205) 259-6405
Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, closed
If you’re in the mood to kick back and enjoy a delicious cup of joe, you may want to head over to Homewood and take a seat in Seeds Coffee Co. This quaint coffee shop has an inviting, hospitable feel that encourages patrons of all ages to truly relax and drink good coffee. Whether you want to socialize with your closest friends, host small meetings, work or just enjoy the views, Seeds Coffee Co. is for you. Their coffee is ethically sourced and seriously tasty. Need something cold? Try their nitro cold brew. You’ll be very glad you did.
Located in Homewood, Seed’s Coffee Co is your next favorite coffee shop.
Urban Standard
2320 2nd Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203 Phone: (205) 250-8200 Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Cafe); 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (Breakfast); 11 a.m to 4 p.m. (Lunch); Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Cafe); 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. (Breakfast); 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.(Lunch); Sunday, closed
Since 2007, Urban Standard has been serving the Magic City delicious coffee, breakfast, lunch and pastries. The team at Urban Standard strives to be inviting and informative, thus making them a staple in the downtown Birmingham community. Urban Standard strongly believes in “serving simple, delicious food and coffee alongside warm hospitality in a unique atmosphere.” Whether you’ve lived in Birmingham your whole life or just moved here, take one step inside Urban Standard and you’ll feel right at home.
Urban Standard is a staple in Birmingham’s downtown community.
Continental Bakery
1909 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 870-5584
Monday through Sunday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
To be transported to the English countryside, head over to Continental Bakery on Cahaba Road. This peaceful, quaint bakery is home to some of the most delectable pastries, breads and baked goods in Birmingham. Prepped each day from scratch, customers are sure to notice the incredible quality of each item prepared in the bakery. All the bread served at Continental Bakery is made using natural ingredients, shaped by hand and baked on a stone hearth. It truly doesn’t get any better! Pop in, grab a cup of coffee, pick out your favorite pastry and enjoy every second spent at this very special Birmingham gem.
Heritage Coffee
400 19th St, Suite C, Birmingham, AL 35218
Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Closed Sundays
Josh Brenneman opened Heritage Coffee in November 2019 after falling in love with the community that a cup of coffee creates. Located in the historic Cotton’s building, this is the perfect spot to grab a cup of joe while taking in the history of Birmingham’s Ensley Business District. Not to mention Hertiage’s handful of unique coffee drinks, including Monkey’s Tail, Sweet Dreams, Almond Joy and Raktajino. And if you’re in need of a light snack, we suggest a brownie to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Spend your next coffee break at any of these local Birmingham shops! Enjoy, caffeine lovers.
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