The best cafes in Auburn

Cahoots Coffee Cafe is a community-minded, nonprofit spot where your latte fuels youth programs and a welcoming hangout. Expect locally roasted coffee, after-school snacks, Thursday game nights, First Friday open mics and the kind of pool and foosball showdowns that make you forget your to-do list.

From the Angola newsletter, October 13, 2026

For those Angola mornings when the lake fog wins, Five Lakes Coffee is clutch with a quick drive-thru or a cozy table, house-roasted beans since 2004, and everything from smooth decaf to seriously high-caffeine blends. Grab a drink, rack up rewards, and bring a bag home.

From the Coldwater newsletter, October 5, 2026

Biggby Coffee is the spot locals hit for lattes, sweet foam cold brew, and those dangerously slurpable Creme Freeze smoothies, plus Bragels and muffins that actually keep you moving. Friendly, locally owned vibes and a farm-direct coffee commitment make it an easy upgrade to your Angola caffeine routine.

From the Angola newsletter, October 22, 2026

Whether you’re flying through the drive-thru or settling in with friends, Five Lakes Coffee nails the balance of cozy hangout and quality cup, roasting since 2004 with single origins, blends, decaf and highly caffeinated options. Bonus points for seasonal pumpkin sips and easy rewards.

From the Kendallville newsletter, October 1, 2026

9th Street Brew Coffee House keeps Auburn buzzing with beans from Wonderstate and Crema, playful house drinks like the Dolce Latte, and that famous Duesy cookie that mysteriously disappears on the walk home. They even rent the cozy space for private gatherings.

From the Auburn newsletter, October 22, 2026

Five Lakes Coffee nails the everyday Auburn coffee run, with quick drive-thru convenience when you’re racing the clock or a cozy table when you’re not. Roasting since 2004, they pour single origins, blends, decaf and high-caffeine brews, plus beans and pods to take home, with rewards for regulars.

From the Auburn newsletter, October 13, 2026

Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.

Black Forest Cat Café lets you grab a latte then hang with adoptable kitties in a calm, cozy space that actually smells like coffee, not a litter box. Book a visit, sip something tasty, and leave lighter... maybe with a new furry roommate on your mind.

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, October 23, 2026