The best cafes in Huntsville

14 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Low-key coffee shop offering lattes, mochas and other drinks such as frappes, plus chai and matcha.

5206 Wall Triana Hwy (Madison)

Low-key coffee shop offering lattes, mochas and other drinks such as frappes, plus chai and matcha.

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Laid-back drive-thru chain serving classic coffee beverages, milkshakes and smoothies.

101 Uptown Dr (Madison)

Laid-back drive-thru chain serving classic coffee beverages, milkshakes and smoothies.

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Casual spot for coffee and waffles, plus a variety of breakfast items and omelets.

181 Hughes Rd Ste 14 (Madison)

Casual spot for coffee and waffles, plus a variety of breakfast items and omelets.

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Drive-thru for iced coffee, smoothies and Italian sodas.

4709 University Dr

Drive-thru for iced coffee, smoothies and Italian sodas.

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Cozy, kid-friendly bakery/cafe known for its macaroons, cinnamon rolls, and sandwiches.

12023 US-231 431 N (Meridianville)

Cozy, kid-friendly bakery/cafe known for its macaroons, cinnamon rolls, and sandwiches.

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Casual coffee shop for hot and cold drinks, pastries and light bites plus outdoor seating.

511 Pratt Ave NE

Casual coffee shop for hot and cold drinks, pastries and light bites plus outdoor seating.

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Quick-serve drive-through shack serving java and tea (including Lotus, sugar-free and specialty varieties) as well as hot chocolate.

6935 US-431 (Owens Cross Roads)

Quick-serve drive-through shack serving java and tea (including Lotus, sugar-free and specialty varieties) as well as hot chocolate.

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Craft coffee destination also serving breakfast sandwiches and burritos, acai bowls and pastries.

114 Clinton Ave E #106

Craft coffee destination also serving breakfast sandwiches and burritos, acai bowls and pastries.

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Trendy coffee shop offering espresso drinks and small bites such as avocado toast, cookies, muffins, bagels and breakfast burritos.

3414 Governors Dr SW Ste 485

Trendy coffee shop offering espresso drinks and small bites such as avocado toast, cookies, muffins, bagels and breakfast burritos.

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Coffee shop with a fantasy theme offering desserts, sandwiches, and special events.

2211 Seminole Dr SW Ste. 2073

Coffee shop with a fantasy theme offering desserts, sandwiches, and special events.

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Contemporary, cozy, welcoming coffee shop serving hand-brewed specialty java and fresh food.

2317 Memorial Pkwy SW Suite 135

Contemporary, cozy, welcoming coffee shop serving hand-brewed specialty java and fresh food.

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Relaxed, rustic eatery serving coffee, breakfast fare and beer.

2515 9th Ave SW

Relaxed, rustic eatery serving coffee, breakfast fare and beer.

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Bright, relaxed cafe with espresso drinks, smoothies, sandwiches & pastries, plus a drive-thru.

7538 Memorial Pkwy SW

Bright, relaxed cafe with espresso drinks, smoothies, sandwiches & pastries, plus a drive-thru.

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Casual, light-filled coffee shop and eatery for açaí bowls, bagels, burritos and lunch eats.

92 Shorter St (Madison)

Casual, light-filled coffee shop and eatery for açaí bowls, bagels, burritos and lunch eats.

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