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I lived in Barcelona for a couple of years and I can tell you there is no shortage of good coffee in the Catalan capital. Of course, there are the usual suspects like Starbucks, but Barcelona knows how to do coffee. You can pretty much go to any cafe and ask for a cafe con leche (espresso with steamed milk), cafe solo (espresso), or cortado (espresso with a dash of steamed milk). Once you do you can walk straight outta there flipping your hair and doing the caffeinated happy dance. Trust me, I’ve done it.
But if you’re a bit of a self-proclaimed coffee snob, you may be looking for a strong cup of joe paired with cool vibes to keep your running all day. This is where I can help. As a coffee lover myself, I’m gonna share with you my picks for the best coffee spots in Barcelona. The independent coffee scene has exploded in Barcelona, which is fantastic news for all of us caffeine-obsessed freaks. If your mouth is already watering you are most definitely my people and this post is for you.
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Satan’s Coffee Corner
Quick story: The first time I came to Barcelona it was 2013 and I was on the search for some darn good coffee. One day I was in the Raval neighborhood with a friend. We spotted a small window tucked away selling takeaway coffee—a rarity in Barcelona. While waiting for our order, I struck up a conversation with the barista. He told me all about his plans to expand and his vision for the coffee shop.
Well, fast forward seven years and that man was Marcos Bartolomé and that place was Satan’s Coffee Corner. I’m honestly not a fan of the name, but It’s one of the best coffee shops in Barcelona. It has been amazing to see Marcos’ dreams realized. Satan’s has two locations: the original in Gótico and another at the super chic Casa Bonay Hotel in Eixample. They partner with local roaster Right Side Coffee to bring us our coffee just how we like it: Nice and strong.
Three Mark’s Coffee
What are the odds that three guys named Marc (well, two named Marco) would open a coffee shop in Eixample on a street named Carrer d’Ausiàs Marc? Well, it happened and it’s one of my favorite coffee joints in the city. It’s the kind of spot that will transform you from first-time visitor to repeat coffee offender. Despite being a small space, the high ceiling and industrial vibes will make have you posted up in that cozy corner by the window for hours.
My favorite thing about this place is that they emphasize other local businesses in the city. They have cool, rare magazines about Barcelona and irresistible pastries from Cloudstreet Bakery. Three Mark’s Coffee sell prints from local artists living in the city. Visit once and you will see why it’s one of the best coffee shops in Barcelona.
Nomad Coffee
Stick around long enough in this beloved city and you’re bound to hear of Nomad Coffee. Barcelona native and former National Barista Champion, Jordi Mestre plays a big role in the wave of specialty coffee in the city. He trained and worked as a barista and roaster in London for several years before bringing his talents back home. If you’re looking for a banging cup without the shenanigans, Noamd Coffee Barcelona is your answer. There are three gorgeous locations in the city and you’ll see their coffee served city-wide throughout cafes and shops. Nomad does even more than just pump out delicious coffee for us. You can take courses to learn the tricks of the trade.
Onna Coffee
Onna Coffee sits on a bright corner in Gracia and was once my neighborhood stop for homemade banana bread and caffeine. It’s one of the best coffee shops in Barcelona. It is a bit more touristy than other places, but it’s a cute find. The staff is really friendly and they make a mean flat white. The cool thing is they will whip up a cup using any method you prefer from pour-over to using an Aeropress. They’re not too pretentious to explain beans and origins. Also, if they’ve got fresh banana bread when you’re there, you need to get a slice for me because it is straight fire.
Slow Mov
When Carmen and Francois decided to create SlowMov, they were on a mission to develop a beautiful space where people could take a step back and enjoy things slowly. But little did they know that they were going to create one of the best coffee shops in Barcelona. Needless to say, they succeeded and I am here for every single bit of it. They have nailed the concept because in some ways it feels less like a cafe and more like a community space—which I gather to be intentional.
The interior of SlowMov is nothing short of spectacular and is the perfect mix of quintessential Barcelona and modern design. The rustic communal tables make you wanna strike up a conversation with your neighbor and the gorgeous tiled floors and bright open space will invite you in but the coffee will make your stay.
Espai Joliu
My next spot is more than just a ridiculously instagrammable space. Espai Joliu is like that cool girl from High School who wins Best All-Around and manages to be the star of all the best sports teams while rocking a 3.5 GPA, oh and winning homecoming queen. You can walk in empty-handed and walk out with a belly full of good coffee and pastries and a handful of succulents.
The concept store was started by Lucia Lopez who was living in Berlin when she came up with the idea for the store. She has since brought her Berlin influence to her hometown of Barcelona. The shop hides out in my favorite neighborhood of Poble Nou. They serve local roasters and both locals and visitors rave about this place.
Be sure to check out their sister spot Orval in the Born neighborhood!
Skye Coffee
One of my favorite Poblenou gems is Espacio 88, a giant space that serves coffee out of a super chic, silver truck. The warehouse space is known for hosting creative events like exhibition and live performances and they’ve topped it all off with Skye Coffee. They serve several roasters including Right Side, so you know the brews are no joke. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a cortado while hunkering down to get some work done or people watch young professionals while you resist the temptation to dance around like Beyonce in the open space.
Syra Coffee
Syra Coffee in Gracia is probably as big as a New York City apartment in one of the trendiest neighborhoods (Gracia) but what it lacks in space it more than makes up in deliciousness. Adorned with stylish, warm, and minimalist interiors and cool merch. Syra is reliable, cute, and one of the best coffee shops in Barcelona to get a to-go coffee.
Be careful not to drool on the scrumptious Lukumas donuts and tempting pastries that will no doubt be calling your name. They have two locations in Gracia, including a larger one with a shop and roastery, a location in Poble Sec, and one in Poblenou.
Departure Coffee
Around the corner from bustling Plaza Universitat and down a small street in Raval and behind large black wooden doors is Departure Coffee. Inside you will see lots of wooden furniture and nods to carpentry. The space was once a carpenter workshop and Departure owners Xavi and Raquel did not want to lose this spirit. Needless to say, the coffee is excellent and they rotate between local and international roasters. Art lovers will also adore Departure because they change the artwork frequently and display local artists.
Which of these coffee shops in Barcelona are you looking forward to trying? Leave a comment and let me know. Until next time!
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