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Local Coffeehouses

I tried coffee for the first time a bit later in life (my mid 20's), but now I never start my morning without a delicious cup of joe. On weekends, I love supporting local coffeeshops. I even travel around now to find the best local coffee spots in the US. From the East to the West coast, I have found so many incredible local gems.

Eastern coffeeshops

So far, I have lived in a number of great coffee cities in the Northeast including: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Boston. I also think that Cleveland is a bit underrated as the local indie scene is fantastic. In terms of the Southeast, Asheville, Greenville, and Tampa are all strong contenders.

20 Amazing Coffee (and Tea) Shops

A few amazing local coffeehouses I have visited during my years traveling and some great attractions located in the vicinity.

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10 Amazing Cities for Coffee Lovers

10 fantastic destinations for coffee lovers including Asheville in the Blue Ridge mountains and Flagstaff in gorgeous Northern Arizona.

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10 local coffeeshops to check out in Pittsburgh

My most recommended coffeeshops to check out in Pittsburgh including La Prima Espresso in The Strip, roasting over 20 coffee blends.

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The Best Coffeeshops in Downtown Asheville

My recommended coffeeshops to visit in downtown Asheville including High Five serving amazing Counter Culture coffee & fantastic bagels.

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10 Great CoffeeShops in Western North Carolina

The best local coffeeshops in Western North Carolina including Hive Five, serving delicious coffee and bagels in downtown Asheville.

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5 Local Coffeeshops to Check out in Greenville, SC

My favorite local coffeeshops in Greenville, SC including Methodical, one of the top rated roasters in the South.

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5 Coffee Shops to Check Out in Philadelphia’s Historic District

The best local coffee shops in Philadelphia's historic district, Old City. Enjoy a fantastic cup of local joe before exploring the history.

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The Top Independent CoffeeShops in the Philly Metro Region

The best independent coffeeshops in Philly including renowned roaster La Colombe as well as local gems in the Main Line suburbs.

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5 Local Coffeeshops to try in Center City Philly

Independent coffee shops to check out in Center City Philly including renowned roaster La Colombe which opened in Rittenhouse Square in 2004.

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20+ Local Coffee Shops to check out in Tampa Bay

Local coffee shops to try out in Tampa Bay including Indian Shores Coffee Co. located near one of the Bay's best beaches.

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7 Best Local Coffeeshops in Asheville, NC

The best local coffeeshops in Asheville including Summit Coffee in the eclectic River Arts District & High Five serving great bagels.

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5 Must-Try Coffee Shops in Orlando

Must-try local coffeeshops in Orlando including CFS serving healthy, allergy friendly fare in a beautiful eclectic space.

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5 Incredible Pastries to try at Mediterra Bakery

5 amazing pastries I recommend trying at Pittsburgh's Mediterra Bakery including Bostock, Cinnamon rolls, and Chocolate croissants.

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5 Must Try Coffee Shops near Tampa Bay Beaches

I've found some great local coffeehouses on the Gulf Coast near Tampa. Many of these local gems also serve awesome pastries.

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Cleveland’s Coffee Scene: My Favorite Local Shops

My favorite local coffeehouses in the Cleveland metro. From an Irish themed cafe, to cozy spaces in the historic Tremont neighborhood.

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Western coffeeshops

In terms of places I lived out West, I really loved the local coffee scene in Tucson. One of my favorite coffeehouses anywhere is located here. I've also found some amazing shops in cities like: San Diego, Portland, Phoenix, Flagstaff, and Albuquerque.

20 Great Local Coffeeshops Across the US (Part 2)

20 great local coffeeshops across the US to add to your bucket list, from iconic Thinking Cup in Boston, to Bird Rock Roasters in San Diego.

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Sipping Tea While Gazing at The Vegas Strip: The Tea Lounge

The beautiful Waldorf Astoria is home to an incredible tea room on the 23rd floor. Enjoy incredible views via the floor-to-ceiling windows.

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5 Coffee Houses to Check out in Tucson

These are the places I go to for my caffeine fix before exploring the wonderful hiking trails around the Tucson metro.

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5 Great Coffee Houses in Flagstaff

My favorite local coffeehouses in Flagstaff including long-running local roaster Late for the Train serving great mochas and burritos.

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Brew with a view: 10 Coffeeshops with Amazing Scenery

Amazing coffeeshops with amazing views. From Sedona's red rocks to Zion's rock formations, these local gems offer more than just coffee.

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