Top 7 Coffee Shops Around Salt Lake City
If you’re looking for the top coffee shops in Salt Lake City, you’re in the right place. SLC is. not your typical trendy hipster coffee scene, but it does have a variety of places to satiate your caffeine needs. From neighborhood cafes to boutique roasters, there’s no shortage of places for a quick pick-me-up.
If you’re in the mood for a morning cup of coffee or just wanting to unwind after a long day of skiing in Park City, these top coffee shops around Salt Lake City are ideal spots to grab one.
These cafes provide a delicious selection of teas, delectable small bites and refreshing drinks. Plus they boast an inviting atmosphere and friendly staff who will make sure your experience is memorable.
3 Cups
545 West 700 S suite 101
Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
3 Cups is a fresh and modern coffee shop. It has 2 locations. Their downtown location is located in the Woodbine Food Hall. Their original location is located in Holladay, a little southeast of downtown. Both locations offer stellar coffee and a relaxed vibe.
This coffee house also offers sandwiches, acai bowls, gelato, and even wine and cheese in the evenings. They even have live music on Friday nights, if you want to hang out with a glass of wine.
I love their Holladay location to hang out and work for the day. Their toasts (smorrebrod) are fantastic to try if you’re wanting a snack as well, while working.
Roots Coffee Utah
774 S 300 W
Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
Roots Coffee Utah, is your go-to for a tasty unique coffee. As the winner of Best of SCL Coffee Shop 2022, you don’t want to miss this place. They offer a collection of flavors from around the world and their own unique twist, with seasonally inspired coffee beverages.
With a sleek modern interior, it is a great ambiance to find a room and get some work done, or even have a business meeting. You can tell from walking in, that the place was designed with the customer in mind.
They also have a really cool back story for how they got started in Cartagena, Colombia. Definitely worth a quick read on their website. You’ll probably want to go back a couple times to try their different signature drinks, like the Caramelo or the Mexican Mocha.
Caffe Expresso
902 S 1100 E
Salt Lake City, UT, 84105
Caffe Expresso stands out among coffee shops with one of the largest drive through windows in the state and is perfect for when you need a caffeine boost on the go. They’re known for their quality iced coffee drinks and friendly staff – perfect for coffee connoisseurs everywhere. Caffe Expresso introduced drive-through coffee to the SLC scene in 1995, and it is one of the best places to grab a coffee on the go, if you’re not looking for a chain like Starbucks.
Cafe on 1st
39 I St
Salt Lake City, UT, 84103
Cafe on 1st is a cozy coffee shop featuring local art on the walls that attracts Salt Lake City’s college students and young professionals for light breakfast and lunch. Its dedication to using only top-notch ingredients is evident in each cup of coffee you sip.
For coffee connoisseurs, the selection is unbeatable – from classic drip coffee to a variety of smoothie options, and specialty drinks such as caramel macchiato. There are even some unique creations like Thai iced tea and horchata latte.
This is another great place to meet a friend for a snack and a chat.
Salt Lake Coffee Break
430 E 400 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Salt Lake Coffee Break is a welcoming hub for local university students and young professionals to sip triple espressos and nibble on fresh hummus until the wee hours of the morning, as it’s open from 7 a.m. – 1 a.m. each day of the week.
The shop provides free wifi and is the ideal spot for grabbing a quick bite before heading off to an appointment. During summer months, its outdoor patio gets very busy. While it’s not as hip and “new” as some of the other shops, it’s still a great place to study or work during the week.
Rawbean Coffee
611 W Temple
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Rawbean Coffee is every coffee lover’s dream come true. Whether you need a quick caffeine fix on the go or want to fuel your next office meeting with some caffeine energy, this Salt Lake City staple has everything you need. Stylishly designed with both classic and contemporary aesthetics, there’s no better place for sipping your brew than 611 W West Temple – and best of all? It’s walking distance to many other attractions downtown if you want to grab a coffee and see the sights downtown.
Publik Coffee Roasters
975 S WEST TEMPLE SLC, UT 84101
I saved my favorite for last. Publik Coffe Roasters is a small-batch coffee roaster in SLC. They have a couple locations. One of their cute coffee shops is located in the Avenues neighborhood and is an excellent spot for coffee and breakfast. It has a small patio with tables with tables to enjoy your breakfast outside in the summer as well.
Their other location is built out in a warehouse with and includes an event space that can be rented out. This spot has an incredibly pleasant and friendly vibe. The staff are always friendly, and the coffee was delicious!
It has a very pleasant environment. This makes it an ideal spot for studying, working or having a casual chat with friends.
Final Thoughts
As I mentioned, Salt Lake City is not a well know “coffee destination.” That said, there are a lot of fantastic baristas and coffee shops to get your caffeine fix. I even dare to say that some of the shops are comparable to those in more well-known coffee cities like Seattle and San Francisco.
There are many more coffee shops in Salt Lake City that offer a great ambiance and a good cuppa coffee. But I wanted to give you my personal list of top coffee shops in Salt Lake City. Each one offers something a little bit different. Whether you’re looking for a late night hang out spot, or a casual place to work for the day, you’ll find it in one of these 7 coffee shops.
And keep an eye out, as you might see me hanging out at one of these spots posting an article for the day. If you do, come and say “hi.”
Wanting more than just coffee? Check out my list of top restaurants in salt lake city, for something a bit more filling.