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Best coffee shops in Cincinnati

Our guide to specialty coffee in Cincinnati: 7 verified shops, including Coffee Emporium, Collective Espresso and Deeper Roots Coffee. Cincinnati's specialty scene runs deep, anchored by a handful of homegrown roasters who roast their own beans around Over-the-Rhine, Findlay Market, and the east-side neighborhoods. You'll find single-origin pour-overs and careful espresso whether you're at a longtime roastery or a small neighborhood bar.

7 verified shops · vetted, never pay-to-play

Verified means checked against our specialty criteria using each shop's own public information, not a visit. Last checked Jun 2026. How we choose

The Roebling Suspension Bridge and Cincinnati skyline over the Ohio River
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