10 best coffee shops in Utrecht
Coffee, coffee… and more coffee. Whether you are in Utrecht city centre or in a leafy park, there are plenty of places to grab a cup of the good stuff, take a moment to unwind and absorb the city’s soul. We have put together our top 10 must-visit coffee shops.
The Village on Voorstraat
When Utrecht locals want superb coffee, they head to The Village. Located in a gorgeous building, this popular coffee shop on Voorstraat is always busy. Grab a seat, and you will soon begin to understand the appeal. A dazzling array of silky-smooth coffees and flavours is guaranteed, as well as an endless supply of homemade cakes and sweet treats. The Village regularly hosts live music performances, from hard-hitting rock ‘n’ roll to romantic singer-songwriters.
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Photo: Koffie & Ik
Koffie & Ik
Head over to Vleutenseweg in the Lombok district to find charming café Koffie & Ik selling fair trade coffee, homemade sweet treats and its very own home-roasted coffee beans. And the best thing? The café is often drenched in sunshine throughout the day!
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Blackbird bio-kaffee
Utrecht’s Oudegracht canal is home to Blackbird bio-kaffee, one of the first coffee shops to grace the city centre. A must-visit for coffee lovers, this café serves takeaway organic coffee plus homemade cookies. It even offers massages. Is there a more heavenly combination?
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Landhuis in de Stad
Where woodland and water meet — Landhuis in de Stad lies in the heart of enchanting Oog in Al park. Landhuis in de Stad puts the magic into a cup of Utrecht-style coffee and offers spellbinding homemade cake. And it makes every effort to use locally sourced ingredients that are cruelty-free and sustainable. A wonderful place to unwind and not too far from the city centre.
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Dagger Coffee
Lovely views over the river Vecht, delicious home-roasted coffee and a historic location in the bridgeman’s lodge on the corner of Zijdebalenstraat — welcome to Dagger Coffee! Dagmar Geerlings, multiple Dutch Barista Championship top-three finalist and coffee connoisseur, founded the café and will tell you all about her coffee growers as you sip some of the good stuff. She also offers various coffee tasting and barista workshops.
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KEEK bakery and café
KEEK bakery and café occupies a prime location alongside the Oudegracht canal. Enjoy some tasty takeaway treats, order a homemade cake for a birthday or sit down for a flavourful coffee on one of the benches in this adorable place.
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30ML Coffee and Food
It lies in the centre of Utrecht, but 30ML feels like an extension of your living room. The owners serve quality coffee (and even roast the beans themselves) along with a wide range of sweet and savoury treats.
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Karibu
Karibu is located in the unique Hooghiemstra building, an iconic industrial heritage site nestled between the leafy Griftpark and the centuries-old Singel canal. An ideal place to unwind over a cup of quality coffee and tuck into a hearty brunch.
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Cupp
If you are a coffee lover, Cupp a is the go-to place for speciality coffee. Cupp also runs barista workshops to refine or refresh your brewing skills and learn all about the world of speciality coffee. Time to pour like a pro.
Nobelstraat 139
Koffie Leute
Koffie Leute is a cozy coffee bar with delicious cakes, breakfast and lunch. They even have a special equipped filter coffee bar. Take a seat at the bar, or find a place in the living room. Play a game, practice Mario Kart or read the newspaper.
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