The best cafes in Stamford

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

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Laid-back coffeehouse featuring pastries, sandwiches, cold brew and tea.

48 Maple Ave (Greenwich)

Laid-back coffeehouse featuring pastries, sandwiches, cold brew and tea.

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Outdoor vendor for organic coffee (and bagels), selling roasted beans and house-made drinks like lattes and cortados, often with dog treats.

200 Commons Park S

Outdoor vendor for organic coffee (and bagels), selling roasted beans and house-made drinks like lattes and cortados, often with dog treats.

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Casual shop, serving coffee, lattes, gluten-free food, pastries, draft beer and brunch items, along with a children's play area.

5 Broad St # 2b

Casual shop, serving coffee, lattes, gluten-free food, pastries, draft beer and brunch items, along with a children's play area.

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Coffee shop also featuring organic wines and beers, plus a gluten-free menu.

55 High Ridge Rd

Coffee shop also featuring organic wines and beers, plus a gluten-free menu.

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Trendy and relaxing cafe serving roasted coffee, pastries and other baked goods, as well as sandwiches, cakes and breakfast options.

6 Grigg St (Greenwich)

Trendy and relaxing cafe serving roasted coffee, pastries and other baked goods, as well as sandwiches, cakes and breakfast options.

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Canard Café Bar Stamford pours fresh-roasted coffee, crafts sandwiches, and keeps the vibe quietly French in the best way. Slide in for a…

1 Greyrock Pl

Canard Café Bar Stamford pours fresh-roasted coffee, crafts sandwiches, and keeps the vibe quietly French in the best way. Slide in for a midweek perk-up or low-key catch-up, and let their curated menu handle the rest while you pretend this counts as self-care.

From the Norwalk newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Casual, kid-friendly spot for pastries and cakes, plus baked goods and desserts.

10 Hbr Pt Rd

Casual, kid-friendly spot for pastries and cakes, plus baked goods and desserts.

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