SHOP GEAR
The best specialty coffee shops, city by city.
Every shop is selected from strong community reputation, sourcing transparency, and consistency across published reviews.
Consistency over hype. We favor shops that are known for getting the fundamentals right, visit after visit.
Every city guide ties back to the gear and technique that gets you closest to that shop's signature cup.
Our curated guide to the best specialty coffee shops in New York, from third-wave roasters to hidden espresso bars.
READ THE GUIDE →Our curated guide to the best specialty coffee shops in Los Angeles. House-roasting cafes, espresso bars, and neighborhood favorites.
READ THE GUIDE →Our curated guide to the best specialty coffee shops in Chicago, from the roaster that helped launch third-wave coffee to the city's boldest newer names.
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