From Gallery Espresso to PERC: the Savannah cafes that turn up on every local list, by consensus.
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From Gallery Espresso to PERC: the Savannah cafes that turn up on every local list, by consensus.
Bitty & Beau's Coffee (Historic District)
A Historic District coffee shop with a mission as distinctive as its drinks: all staff members have intellectual and developmental disabilities, making it as much a social enterprise as a cafe. A Savannah institution celebrated nationally for its inclusive employment model.
Foxy Loxy Cafe (Starland District)
A Starland District cafe and print shop in a converted bungalow, known for strong espresso drinks, a quiet garden patio, and a bohemian atmosphere that draws artists, writers, and students. One of Savannah's most beloved neighborhood coffee spots.
The Collins Quarter (Historic District)
An Australian-inspired all-day cafe and restaurant on Bull Street, known for lavender lattes, avocado toast, and Melbourne-style specialty coffee served in a candlelit, bistro-style room. Widely considered to have Savannah's best coffee program in a full-service restaurant.
Maté Factor (Midtown)
A Midtown cafe and marketplace devoted to yerba mate and organic loose-leaf teas, with a vegetarian kitchen and a commune-like atmosphere that makes it unlike any other cafe in Savannah. A genuine alternative to the city's espresso-focused coffee culture.
PERC Coffee (Thomas Square)
A locally roasted Thomas Square coffee brand with a dedicated following for its clean, well-developed roasts and a bright, design-forward cafe space. One of Savannah's most recognized coffee labels, with beans also sold at restaurants across the city.
The Paris Market Cafe (Historic District)
A cafe tucked inside the Paris Market antique and gift shop on Broughton Street, serving espresso drinks and light bites amid French-imported furniture, vintage globes, and curated antiques. One of Savannah's most atmospheric places to have a coffee.
The Coffee Fox (Historic District)
A cozy Historic District cafe with a carefully curated single-origin coffee program and a loyal local following. Known for its warm, unpretentious atmosphere and consistently well-pulled espresso drinks.
Origin Coffee Bar (Historic District)
A specialty coffee bar in the Historic District with a precision-focused approach to sourcing and extraction, serving single-origin espresso and pour-overs in a minimal, well-lit space. A destination for coffee professionals and enthusiasts visiting Savannah.
Henny Penny Art Space & Cafe (Historic District)
A family-friendly cafe and art studio near Forsyth Park from the Foxy Loxy team, pouring local PERC and Coffee Fox roasts alongside house-made pastries. Kids paint in the back while parents linger over craft coffee.
Gallery Espresso (Historic District)
A bohemian Historic District coffee house with rotating art exhibitions on its walls and a relaxed, all-day atmosphere that has made it a gathering place for Savannah's creative community since the 1990s. One of the city's most storied cafes.
Ranked across 4 sources: Lowcountry Style & Living · 15 Best Coffee Shops 2022 (unranked); Grace & Lightness Magazine · 8 Best Coffee Shops 2026 (unranked); Yelp · Ranked by Rating (May 2026); Google Reviews · Ranked by Rating (May 2026). Full scoring is on the Methodology tab above.
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