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The best coffee shop in the US in 2026 is Onyx Coffee LAB in Rogers, Arkansas, ranked No. 1 in the world by The World's 100 Best Coffee Shops, the first time a US café topped the list. The US had more shops on that list than any other country (9). Food & Wine ranks Austin as the best US coffee city, ahead of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Seattle.
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1. Onyx Coffee LAB
Rogers, AR- Why it's here
- No. 1 on The World's 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026, the first US shop to top the list (No. 2 in 2025).
- Order
- A seasonal single-origin pour-over.
- Tip
- The building also has a bakery, a taqueria and a cocktail bar, so plan a meal around the visit.
- Where
- Downtown, 101 E Walnut Ave
2. Arcane Estate Coffee
New York, NY- Why it's here
- No. 12 worldwide in 2026 and No. 3 on the 2026 North America list; also named by Food & Wine. Opened in 2025.
- Order
- Panamanian single-origin pours (including Geisha) or a tasting flight.
- Tip
- Tiny, with lines down the block. Go early; limited bag releases sell out fast.
- Where
- West Village, 37 Cornelia St
3. BlendIn Coffee Club
Sugar Land (Houston area), TX- Why it's here
- No. 20 worldwide in 2026 and No. 7 in North America. Its team won the 2024 US Brewers Cup.
- Order
- A brewed single-lot coffee; it roasts in store.
- Tip
- The flagship is about 20 miles southwest of downtown Houston; check which location you're heading to.
- Where
- 8410 Highway 90A
4. Push X Pull
Portland, OR- Why it's here
- No. 72 worldwide in 2026 (No. 34 in 2025) and No. 20 in North America.
- Order
- A cortado, or a signature latte such as the Mister Fox (maple and turmeric).
- Tip
- Hours have been short in the past (mornings to early afternoon), so check before you go.
- Where
- Buckman, 821 SE Stark St (also a Seattle shop)
5. Metric Coffee
Chicago, IL- Why it's here
- No. 95 worldwide in 2026 and No. 30 in North America; named by Food & Wine, which ranks Chicago the No. 4 US coffee city.
- Order
- House-roasted espresso or filter coffee.
- Tip
- Little indoor seating; the patio is the draw in warm months, and you can watch the 1961 roaster through a window.
- Where
- Fulton Market, 2021 W Fulton St
6. Fleet Coffee
Austin, TX- Why it's here
- Named by Food & Wine Global Tastemakers 2026, which ranked Austin the No. 1 coffee city in the US.
- Order
- An inventive espresso drink such as the Fruity Pebble cortado, or espresso and tonic.
- Tip
- A small walk-up with outdoor seating, not a laptop café. Go early on Saturdays.
- Where
- East Austin (Webberville Rd and Manor Rd)
7. Maru Coffee
Los Angeles, CA- Why it's here
- On the 2026 North America top 100; Los Angeles is No. 3 on Food & Wine's 2026 coffee cities list.
- Order
- The iced short black with sweet cream top, or a pour-over.
- Tip
- Expect a morning line and little seating.
- Where
- Los Feliz, 1936 Hillhurst Ave (also Arts District)
8. The Coffee Movement
San Francisco, CA- Why it's here
- Named by Food & Wine Global Tastemakers 2026 for top-tier service; San Francisco is No. 8 on its list.
- Order
- The cocoa cappuccino or a seasonal latte, with an almond croissant.
- Tip
- The Nob Hill shop is very small; listed hours are 7 am–4 pm.
- Where
- Nob Hill (also Mission)
9. Sweet Bloom Coffee
Denver area, CO- Why it's here
- No. 43 on the 2026 North America top 100.
- Order
- A seasonal pour-over or the batch brew; the 'one and one' (shot plus cortado) is a favourite.
- Tip
- The Lakewood roastery has little seating and no outlets; Westminster has more space.
- Where
- Lakewood roastery, Arvada, Westminster
10. Tina in the Gables
Coral Gables (Miami), FL- Why it's here
- No. 70 on the 2026 North America top 100; Miami is No. 6 on Food & Wine's coffee cities list.
- Order
- The Gables Café Crème, with French toast.
- Tip
- It's an all-day brunch café, so come hungry. For a coffee-only stop, Food & Wine points to Panther Coffee.
- Where
- 4700 S Le Jeune Rd
Best US cities for coffee (Food & Wine 2026)
| # | City | Shops named |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Austin | Klerje, El Tigre, Fleet, Flat Track, Leona Botanical |
| 2 | New York City | Abraço, La Cabra, Coffee Project New York, Arcane Estate |
| 3 | Los Angeles | Quat, Café 2001, Comet over Delphi, Junia |
| 4 | Chicago | Intelligentsia, Metric, Milli by Metric, Doma |
| 5 | Seattle | Kuma, Olympia, Push X Pull, Ghost Note |
| 6 | Miami | Panther Coffee, Naughty Coffee |
| 7 | Honolulu | Try Coffee, Morning Glass, Drip Studio |
| 8 | San Francisco | Ritual, Equator, Saint Frank, The Coffee Movement, Caffe Trieste |
| 9 | Boston | George Howell, Yego, Pavement, Gracenote |
| 10 | San Juan, PR | Hacienda San Pedro, Cuatro Sombras, Café Regina |
Ordering coffee in the US: good to know
- Tipping at a coffee counter is optional. In a Pew survey only 25% of US adults said they always or often tip for coffee (92% at sit-down restaurants). A dollar is common but not required. Source
- Menu prices usually don't include sales tax; it is added at the register and varies by state and city. Source
- 'Drip' or 'batch brew' is filter coffee from a big machine, served right away; a 'pour-over' is brewed by hand one cup at a time and costs more. Source
- Cold brew is steeped in cold water for 12–24 hours and tastes smoother; iced coffee is hot coffee poured over ice. Source
- Sizes run large: a Starbucks Tall is 12 oz (about 355 ml). Starbucks dropped its plant-milk charge in 2024, but many independent cafés still charge extra for oat milk. Source
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Download free for iPhoneFrequently asked questions
What is the best coffee shop in the US?
Onyx Coffee LAB in Rogers, Arkansas was named No. 1 on The World's 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026, the first US shop to top the list. Arcane Estate Coffee in New York's West Village was the next-highest US shop at No. 12.
Which US city has the best coffee?
Food & Wine's Global Tastemakers 2026 ranked Austin first, followed by New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago and Seattle.
Do you tip at coffee shops in the US?
It's optional. A Pew survey found only 25% of US adults always or often tip for coffee. If you do, about a dollar per order is common.
How do I find a good coffee shop near me in the US?
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