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Best Coffee Shops In Athens
A guide to the best 10 coffee shops in Athens, Greece
Published February 8, 2022
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Erik Hedlund
Coffee experts@The Coffee Lab
Given the wide range of options to choose from, it’s pretty much impossible to choose just one best coffee shop in Athens. If you are looking for the best coffee shops in Athens, Greece, there are plenty of different types on offer from large, crowded cafeterias on a square to cozy, smaller bars nestled away in small alleys where you can enjoy some of the best coffee in Athens. Recently, there has been an increase in specialty coffee shops in Athens, and while you can still get some of the best Greek coffee in Athens, there’s a growing number of artisan and specialty shops that stand out.
1. Carpo
Carpo was founded in 1991 and there are now six Carpo stores in Athens, four in London, and one coming soon in Dubai. At this coffee store, bar and deli, you can get great coffees along with nuts and dried fruits that are sold in bulk. The aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans is unmistakeable when you first walk into a Carpo store. Browse the products on sale and then grab a cup of freshly roasted and ground coffee from the counter. There is a seating area for customers inside each store. It’s also one of the best places to get coffee beans and ground coffee in Athens, as these are sold in bulk here too. If you want to enjoy your coffee on the go, why not buy a good cup of coffee to take with you – just order at the counter.
2. Coffee Dive
If you’re in a hurry, Coffee Dive is one of the best places in Athens to grab a coffee and take it with you. You can try one of four Coffee Dive stores in Athens, at Petralona, Ag. Varvara, Acropolis, and Ag. Dimitrios. Each one has different opening times, so check the Coffee Dive website before you head over.
There are various different coffees on offer at Coffee Dive, and you can simply tell that they have a real passion for the coffee here. They don’t blend coffee. Each coffee sold at Coffee Dive is a specialty single origin, single estate, single mill or similar. Because of the distinct flavours, they are all unique, which is why coffee geeks will love this coffee chain. If you’re not in a hurry, you can opt for the brewing process too. You can expect an experience that is filled with excellence and quality, so it’s no surprise that many people who visit here find themselves going back time and time again.
3. Taf Coffee
One of the pioneer coffee shops for coffee lovers in Athens, Taf Coffee has been around since 2009 and has been offering an endless choice of specialty coffee beans and blends from carefully selected producers around the world ever since. It’s one of the most popular places to find the best coffee in Plaka Athens and is well worth a visit to get your morning started if you are in the city. You’ll find the Taf Roastery in a suburb. The décor is stylish and modern, with comfortable seating and a light, bright, and airy atmosphere. The baristas are very knowledgeable about the coffee they serve, so if you have any questions, just ask. Quite simply, if you want an exceptional cup of coffee in Athens, this is the place to come.
4. Pirée
Located conveniently in the Piraeus district, Pirée is a fantastic multipurpose venue that includes a café and bar area along with an art space. The main aim is to provide young artists with somewhere where they can express and display their artistic talent and is definitely the place to be if you are creative or simply want some inspiration while sipping on your coffee. The two spaces are interconnected, so there’s definitely plenty of chances to catch an exhibition or show while enjoying your drink. Pirée serves coffee from the Taf roastery, so you can relax, safe in the knowledge that any coffee you drink here is going to be top-quality, single-origin beans. As well as fine coffee, Pirée also serves cold-press juices, cocktails, and delicious food. The Pirée brunch menu is available until 6 PM at weekends.
5. Mind the Cup
Located away from the crowds of tourists in the quieter residential area of Peristeri, Mind the Cup is a friendly, local coffee shop where you can find some high-grade coffee served in a stunning, industrial-style space decorated with a combination of wood and concrete. Mind the Cup came into existence in 2011, when a group of friends decided to combine business with pleasure. This coffee shop is so popular these days that it has even been featured in Buzzfeed on a list of the best coffee shops to visit before you die, so it’s definitely worth visiting if you are in Athens. Mind the Cup serves freshly roasted coffee: espresso, filter, and cold brew. You can also sample their freshly baked pastries and choose from a selection of interesting cocktails. The coffee shop is open from 8 AM to 2 AM on Monday-Thursday, and until 3 AM on Fridays. At the weekend, it’s open 9 AM to 2 AM.
6. Tailor Made Micro Roastery & Cocktail Bar
In the dynamic and vibrant Agias Eirinis Square, Tailor Made offers coffees made with a range of creative blends. Located quite centrally, it’s the perfect place to stop by for a coffee and watch the city go by or catch up with the news as you take a break from exploring. In the evening, it turns into one of the liveliest and most popular cocktail bars in the area and is well worth the visit at any time of day.
7. Mr. Bean Coffee Roasters
Since it was opened in 2015, Mr. Bean Coffee serves a wide range of popular third-wave coffee options on the menu including cappuccinos, flat whites, and pour overs from the corner property with floor to ceiling windows. In true third-wave coffee tradition, you will only find their own roasts of beans that have been sourced from Africa and Asia, at a facility located outside of Athens city center. It is owned and operated by a group of three friends, and definitely a great spot in Athens to enjoy a coffee or two on a nice day. Note that Mr. Bean Coffee is only open Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. It is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
8. Kudu Coffee Roasters
Located in the Gazi neighborhood, this extravagant and sleek coffee shop is a great place to go for an iced coffee on a hot day in Athens. It’s a super-modern coffee shop that prepares its coffee using all the latest extraction methods. Customers can also take part in brewing and cupping classes, and the eighteen-hour barista workshop offered at Kudu is a popular choice among serious coffee drinkers who want to improve their coffee-making skills. Once you have had your fill of specialty coffee, why not try one of the delicious desserts on offer? Kudu also has a tasty brunch menu for lazy mornings when you don’t feel like making breakfast or lunch at home. And if you want to pick up some branded Kudu merch, check out the t-shirts, notebooks, and tote backs with the Kudo logo. You can also buy Kudu coffees, teas, and capsules to take home!
9. Peek a Bloom
Located in a cool and shady alleyway decorated with potted plants, the Peek a Bloom coffee shop in the Syntagma area is a popular choice for both locals and tourists. The shop roasts all of their coffee beans on-site and serves a wide range of drinks on the menu from filter coffee drinks to a selection of crafted espresso beverages. You’ll also find a food menu with dishes comparable to those served at popular Athens restaurants including a range of breakfast and lunch favorites like eggs benedict, quinoa salad, and pastrami sandwiches.
10. Mokka Coffee
Mokka Coffee serves traditional Greek Turkish coffee, brewed on hot sand, using a pot called an ibrik. They aim to sell coffee that has a rich, complex flavour and is typically single origin. Order a coffee and ask the barista how the cooking process works. The flavours are very distinct thanks to the unique brewing process and you’ll be amazed how tasty this type of coffee is. The café also sells delicious pastries that are made in-house. The semolina cakes are particularly nice when consumed with a cup of fresh coffee. You can find Mokka Coffee adjacent to the central market. Grab a seat outside and watch the world pass you buy. It’s a great way to while away an hour or so before you wander over to the fish market to browse the day’s catch.
If you’re headed to Athens for a trip, then knowing where you can get the best coffee is probably important. With traditional coffee shops and a new, third-wave coffee scene appearing in the area, there are definitely plenty of options to choose from.
About the author
Erik Hedlund
With Era of We and The Coffee Lab, I hope to share knowledge, increase the value of coffee – and secure the future of coffee.
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