Hamburg
Cafés in Hamburg: Twelve Addresses from Our List of the Best

Hamburg has a large café scene, from traditional coffee houses to small coffee bars and roasteries. Whether you are looking for a place for a coffee break, a get-together with friends or a spot to work, this guide introduces twelve addresses from our list of the best. You can see the full selection in our list Best Cafés in Hamburg.
Twelve Cafés from Our List of the Best
For opening hours, menus and prices, it is best to ask the café directly.
Café Grindel
You will find Café Grindel at Grindelallee 5.
Lowinsky's NY Coffee & Tea
Lowinsky's NY Coffee & Tea is at Große Bleichen 21.
Playground Coffee St. Pauli
Head to Playground Coffee St. Pauli at Detlev-Bremer-Straße 21.
blanco coffee
You will find blanco coffee at Neuer Kamp 32.
Bague Cafe Patisserie
Bague Cafe Patisserie is at Eppendorfer Weg 209.
KAFFEE ARAMO ROASTERS
Head to KAFFEE ARAMO ROASTERS at Hoheluftchaussee 112.
Café June
Café June is at Eppendorfer Weg 88.
DenkBar Cafe
You will find DenkBar Cafe at Fruchtallee 114.
Kolonialwarenladen Café am Fleet
Kolonialwarenladen Café am Fleet is at Deichstraße 45.
Café Centrale
Head to Café Centrale at Große Johannisstraße 2.
Café Campus Blick
Café Campus Blick is at Grindelallee 42.
Café Pause
You will find Café Pause at Caffamacherreihe 5.
💡 Tip: Before your visit, check the café's website or profile. There you will find current opening hours and offers.
The Right Café for Every Occasion
For a Coffee Break
If you just want a quick good coffee, a small coffee bar with a short menu is often enough. Look for a simple offering and short waiting times.
For Working
If you want to work on a laptop while out and about, check in advance whether wifi and power sockets are available and whether working at your table is welcome. On weekday mornings, many cafés are quieter.
For a Get-Together or a Date
For longer conversations, places with comfortable seating and music that is not too loud are a good choice. For larger groups, it is worth phoning ahead to ask whether you can reserve a table.
What to Look for When Choosing
Location and access by bus, train or on foot
Offering: coffee specialities, cakes, breakfast or snacks
Vegan and vegetarian options, if you want them
Seating indoors and outdoors
Opening hours, including weekends and Sundays
📍 Discover more: Explore further recommendations for Hamburg on our city page.
Conclusion: Discovering Cafés in Hamburg
These twelve addresses show how varied the café scene of the Hanseatic city is. Try a few of them and find your favourite café. You will find more addresses in our list of the best.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cafés in Hamburg
Which cafés are in our list of the best?
Our list Best Cafés in Hamburg contains many places. In this article, we introduce twelve of them with addresses and links.
Are the cafés open on Sundays?
That differs from place to place. Check the current opening hours before your visit.
Are there cafés with vegan options?
Many places offer plant-based milk or vegan dishes. If in doubt, ask on the spot or in advance.
Can I work in the cafés?
That depends on the café. Ask about wifi and whether working at your table for a longer time is fine.
How much does a coffee cost in Hamburg?
Prices differ depending on the café and the drink. You will find the current prices on the café's menu.

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