Coffee: the lifeblood of humanity! Maybe that’s a little dramatic, but I’d wager to say that most people could use a cup or two to feel like themselves. And even more of us still love nothing more than an enjoyable walk with a fresh cup of java.
If you’re a coffee lover looking for some of the most highly rated and unique coffee shops on Cape Cod, it’s time to spill the beans! Here are five of Cape Cod’s best coffee shops that we think you’ll love a latte.
1. Cape Cod Coffee
No list of Cape Cod coffee shops would be complete without Cape Cod Coffee. With multiple locations on the cape, it’s relatively easy for anyone to visit. Each location has its special flair. For example, the location at Mashpee Commons features a full coffee bar and sit-down breakfast or lunch – even delicious cocktails! While the roasting facility on Route 130 offers tours, dine-in lunch or dinner, and – wait for it – hand-cut donuts. It’s the perfect spot for a morning, afternoon, or evening pick-me-up on the cape.
2. Snowy Owl Coffee
Another entry on the list with multiple locations, Snowy Owl Coffee House has been in the business since 2015. They’re known for imported, freshly roasted coffee emphasizing environmental stability. Both their beans and their beverages have notes of complexity, so this is genuinely a must-stop for any coffee connoisseurs if you’re visiting the cape. Aside from serving up piping hot coffee, they also have great Cape Cod-specific gifts for you to pick up for a friend or loved one (a reminder that you count as one of your loved ones, so treat yourself!).
3. Nirvana Coffee
A coffee shop nestled in Barnstable Village, Nirvana Coffee is known for its mouth-watering breakfast and lunch sandwiches as much as they are for its incredible coffee. Nirvana Coffee Company’s coffee is certified organic, shade grown, kosher, and 100% fair trade. Even better, all their batches are roasted fresh to order, so you always get the maximum freshness and flavor in every cup. This spot is perfect for fighting off those 2 pm yawns with a blissfully robust cortado and a delicious pastry.
4. Three Fins Coffee Roasters
Three Fins Coffee Roasters is a unique entry on this list because they serve specialty coffee. That means that your morning cup of coffee from Three Fins has a complexity that’s akin to a glass of fine wine. Their passion for bringing out the best in every bean is the highlight of this Cape Cod gem. Even better, all of their coffees come at a very reasonable price point, and that’s all part of their mission: to make first-rate coffee accessible for everyone! Go for the insanely scrumptious brews, and stay for the welcoming staff and comfy cozy atmosphere.
5. Hot Chocolate Sparrow
Hot Chocolate Sparrow is considered a local institution on Cape Cod. It’s also one of the few places where night owls can get their pick-me-ups since the cafe opens early and closes late. It’s also a name to pocket if you’re visiting around a holiday; they’re open every day of the year except Christmas Day. While they’re certainly an excellent place for coffee, it wouldn’t be fair not to mention they have top-tier chocolate, desserts, and fudge. And if we’re being honest, is there a more iconic duo than coffee and chocolate?
Locals and adventurers alike all need a place where they can settle down and enjoy a nice cup of coffee or nab a quick pastry and cappuccino when they’re on the go. These five locations consistently serve some of Cape Cod’s best-quality coffee drinks. So when tomorrow’s alarm goes off, explore the cape and find which of these spots is your personal fave!
