The best cafes in St. Augustine

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

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Nom Nom Boba Tea and More nails the balance of fresh-brewed tea, fruit and house-made syrups, then tops it with their secret-recipe boba…

14286 Suite 18, Beach Blvd (Jacksonville)

Nom Nom Boba Tea and More nails the balance of fresh-brewed tea, fruit and house-made syrups, then tops it with their secret-recipe boba for that perfect creamy chew. It’s a cozy, modern hangout for study sessions or catch-ups, with fun flavors, dairy-free options, and even a sweet dessert lineup.

From the Jacksonville newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Pura Bean Coffee Company is a true local roaster, turning out single origin beans and signature blends on a traditional drum roaster in…

14286 Beach Blvd #25 (Jacksonville)

Pura Bean Coffee Company is a true local roaster, turning out single origin beans and signature blends on a traditional drum roaster in their Jacksonville shop. Grab a bag of Bourbon Street, Los Volcanes, Mojo or Tico Time, then slow down, sip, and actually enjoy your morning.

From the Jacksonville newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Setlan Coffee Co. inside MOCA Jacksonville pours Good Citizen Coffee Co. roasts and leans hard into community, joy, and genuinely kind…

333 N Laura St (Jacksonville) · ✓ checked Jul 30

Setlan Coffee Co. inside MOCA Jacksonville pours Good Citizen Coffee Co. roasts and leans hard into community, joy, and genuinely kind service.

From the Palm Coast newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Skip the latte, this is not a café, it is a 50-minute, staff-led hang with photogenic Highland cows and their friends where you can feed,…

4485 FL-16 · ✓ checked Jul 28

Skip the latte, this is not a café, it is a 50-minute, staff-led hang with photogenic Highland cows and their friends where you can feed, brush, and learn their rescue stories. Book The Fluffy Cow Café for a calm, small-group reset this week that actually supports Noah's Ark Sanctuary.

From the St. Augustine newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Family-run Buena Onda Cafe keeps things scratch made with vegetarian and vegan breakfast-and-lunch plates, espresso and specialty coffee,…

224 W King St · ✓ checked Sep 18

Family-run Buena Onda Cafe keeps things scratch made with vegetarian and vegan breakfast-and-lunch plates, espresso and specialty coffee, plus playful sips like ginger mint lemonade and yerba mate iced tea. When you want wholesome without boring this week, this spot delivers... and yes, they pour beer and wine.

From the St. Augustine newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Need a reset that involves purrs and a latte. Frisky Cat Cafe is a nonprofit rescue with cozy cat and kitten lounges, locally roasted…

1092 S Ponce De Leon Blvd · ✓ checked Sep 11

Need a reset that involves purrs and a latte. Frisky Cat Cafe is a nonprofit rescue with cozy cat and kitten lounges, locally roasted coffee, smoothies, beer, wine and pastries, and it’s nationally ranked top-10, perfect for quick cuddles or finally meeting your future co-worker.

From the St. Augustine newsletter, September 16, 2026

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904 Purr & Pour Lounge is building a purr-poseful hangout where you can sip coffee, craft beer, or wine while chilling with adoptable cats…

1200 Kings Ave Suite 1 (Jacksonville) · ✓ checked Aug 7

904 Purr & Pour Lounge is building a purr-poseful hangout where you can sip coffee, craft beer, or wine while chilling with adoptable cats in a thoughtfully designed lounge. Keep this on your radar this week, follow their journey, and get ready for a cozy community spot that creates joy and second chances.

From the Jacksonville newsletter, August 13, 2026

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When your week needs a reset, The Witty Whisker Cat Cafe serves cozy Victorian vibes, good coffee or tea, and a two-story lounge of…

7 Old Mission Ave · ✓ checked Aug 7

When your week needs a reset, The Witty Whisker Cat Cafe serves cozy Victorian vibes, good coffee or tea, and a two-story lounge of adoptable felines. Settle in, snack a little, and let the purrs do the heavy lifting while you unwind.

From the St. Augustine newsletter, August 12, 2026

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