11 Best Coffee Shops In Medellin, Colombia

If you know anything about Colombia you will know that they have some of the best coffee in the world. Medellin, Colombia (the capital of Antioquia) is surrounded by hills and mountains full of the worlds finest coffee beans. Colombia does not have the same type of cafe culture as Europe and the US, but it is hard to find a bad cup of coffee because the beans are so fresh! Read on to discover the 11 best coffee shops in Medellin, Colombia.

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While in Medellin you can even do coffee tours. Tour guides will take you to coffee farms in the area and show you how they produce this insanely good coffee. You will get to pick your own coffee beans, de-shell them, and then create coffee.

This post is all about the 11 Best Coffee Shops In Medellin, Colombia.

11 Best Coffee Shops In Medellin, Colombia

1. Pergamino Cafe

Pergamino is a traditional Colombian café, serving only the best quality beans straight from the nearby mountains. With focuses on preserving local character and quality, Pergamino Cafe serves some of the best coffee in Medellin. Pergamino was my favorite coffee shop in Medellin because of the quality and aesthetic of the cafes - you feel like you are in a jungle!

You can buy Pergamino Coffee online and ship it right to your door if you live in the USA or Canada. Pergamino has cafés all over Medellin including locations in Via Primavera, Calle 10B, C.C. Oviedo, JMC Airport, and San Lucas.

Things To Do Nearby

Explore El Poblado! El Poblado is a great and safe place to visit in Medellin. You can either explore on your own or, if you want to learn more, go on a tour of El Poblado. El Poblado should not be missed on your trip to Medellin.

2. Cafe Velvet

 
 
 
 
 
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The coffee shop, Cafe Velvet, is all about giving back to the Medellin community. Cafe Velvet believes that, "The best Colombian coffees should be readily available to those that for generations worked so hard to give the world these delicious brews."  

Located in the busy El Poblado, Cafe Velvet is 100% woman owned. You can buy coffee online from Cafe Velvet if you are not lucky enough to be in the city of eternal spring. (Medellin is often referred to at the city of eternal spring best the weather in Medellin is always spring like)

Cafe Velvet also has locations in Brussels, Belgium and Itagüí, Columbia.

3. Rituals Cafe

Rituals Cafe is located in Comuna 8 and known for its minimalistic ambiance. With lovely lattes, waffles, pastries, cold brew, and more, Rituals Cafe is a wonderful way to start your day or perk you up in the afternoon. Many people love to go to Rituals to get any work done or studying because of their inviting atmosphere.

Rituals is available online.

4. Hija Mia Coffee

From the friendly staff to the insanely good coffee Hija Mia, located in Calle 11A, is the place to be. Hija Mia has a stunning environment perfect for having coffee with family and friends or getting some work done. Try their flat white and avocado toast that comes with a mound of avocado perfectly seasoned.

5. Urbania Cafe

Urbania Cafe focuses on having a social and environmental impact while serving delicious, locally sourced coffee. With 8 locations in CC Oviedo. Amsterdam Square, CC Los Molinos, CC Mayorca, Urbania 8, Calle 14, LIVE Envigado, and in the Museum of Antigua there's no reason why you shouldn't visit Urbania Cafe, because you can find them everywhere in Medellin.

6. Cafe Revolucion

Cafe Revolucion is known for their friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, and great food and coffee. Getting their coffee from all over Colombia, Cafe Revolucion is a great place to chat with friends or study because of the relaxed vibe of the cafe. Cafe Revolucion, located in the center of the Laureles neighborhood, opened in 2014 and has since been serving delicious coffee.

Things To Do Nearby

Explore the Laureles neighborhood. Laureles is one of the nicest areas in Medellin. It is a quiet, residential neighborhood. If you want to get away from the city consider booking a hotel here or visiting during the day.

7. Cafe Noir

Cafe Noir is a luxury cafe located in El Poblado. Going to Cafe Noir is an experience. The cafe itself is absolutely stunning with a cozy yet luxurious feel, think the Ritz Carlton. The coffee beans at Cafe Noir comes from Southwestern Antioquia. (the Medellin area)

If you are looking to book an event in Medellin make sure you consider Cafe Noir, they do a wonderful job.

Things To Do Nearby

Take a stroll around Zona Deportiva El Poblado. Zona Deportiva El Poblado is a lovely park that is great if you want an escape for the city and want a bit of exercise. It is also located right next to Cafe Noir.

8. Cafe Cliche

Located in the El Rincon Frances neighborhood, Cafe Cliche serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert along with outstanding coffee. The laid back Cafe Cliche also has live music in the evening hours, so if you want to have a chill night in Medellin stop by Cafe Cliche.

9. Delmuri Coffee and Bakery

Delmuri Coffee and Bakery is Medellin's best kept secret. With almost no wait times, friendly staff, fair prices, and insanely good coffee and food Delmuri Coffee is one of the best coffeeshops in Medellin. If you are looking for a local spot that is unique be sure to stop by Delmuri.

10. Cafe Aroma

Located in the once most dangerous neighborhood in the world, Comuna 13, Cafe Aroma is one of the most unique coffee shops you will ever go to. Comuna 13 is an amazing place to visit and one of Medellin's top tourist attractions. Admire the bright art and authentically at Cafe Aroma.

Things To Do Nearby

Explore Comuna 13! Grab a cuppa coffee and take a tour of Comuna 13. Comuna 13 is a place where you will want to take a tour because there's a lot going on and it can be super hard to navigate without a local, you will also learn way more this way. This tour of Comuna 13 got great reviews and is very affordable!

11. Tipica Coffee

Located in La Central, Tipica Coffee is a lovely little shop that has amazing latte art and food. (known for their pancakes) Tipica Coffee is a great local spot to get some work done and has a great vibe. The staff at Tipica Coffee are very friendly and many of them speak English.

Things To Do Nearby

Go on a shopping spree! Medellin's, La Central has some of the best shopping in the world because of the quality products and competitive prices.

11 Best Coffee Shops In Medellin, Colombia Wrap Up

It is hard to find 'bad' coffee anywhere in Colombia. I mean people travel to Colombia solely for the coffee. These ll best coffee shops in Medellin are the best of the best. The coffee from these shops may be the best you will ever have in your entire life, so make sure to cherish each sip.

I hope that you liked this post all about the best coffee shops in Medellin, Colombia. We have a post all about Medellin too!

If you want to read more about coffee checkout my post all about the 10 Best Coffee Shops in Oslo, Norway. Surprisingly Norway has some of the best coffee shops in the world!

Happy Travels,

Daisy

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