The Galaxy Coffee is a queer-owned coffee truck pouring excellent espresso and other specialty drinks, often posted up in Clintonville with…
3264 N High St
“The Galaxy Coffee is a queer-owned coffee truck pouring excellent espresso and other specialty drinks, often posted up in Clintonville with pastries from local bakeries and a welcoming, everyone’s-invited vibe. It’s the kind of spot that turns a quick caffeine run into a small, sparkly mood lift.”
From the Upper Arlington newsletter, September 11, 2026
Whether you're sneaking in a quiet pre-work latte or lingering with friends, Third Way Coffee House keeps it easy with house blends,…
3059 W Broad St
“Whether you're sneaking in a quiet pre-work latte or lingering with friends, Third Way Coffee House keeps it easy with house blends, locally sourced beans, and a steady lineup of baked goods and breakfast. Unpretentious, cozy, and reliably caffeinating... the kind of spot that turns into a habit.”
Gata Mágica Café and Lounge pours fair trade organic Brazilian coffee roasted locally in Ohio, plus teas and pastries, in a calm spot near…
1762 N High St · ✓ checked Sep 5
“Gata Mágica Café and Lounge pours fair trade organic Brazilian coffee roasted locally in Ohio, plus teas and pastries, in a calm spot near OSU. It’s comfy for study sessions or catching up, and their mascot Nox the Magical Cat adds just enough whimsy to your caffeine fix.”
From the Springfield newsletter, September 9, 2026
Roaming Goat Coffee roasts high-quality Arabica beans from around the globe into single origins, flavored coffees, and proprietary blends,…
849 N High St · ✓ checked Sep 11
“Roaming Goat Coffee roasts high-quality Arabica beans from around the globe into single origins, flavored coffees, and proprietary blends, with Monin syrups and loose leaf tea for the non-coffee crew. Join their Coffee Club and keep the good stuff flowing at home, Columbus.”
SGT Coffee Co., a veteran-owned spot, pours handcrafted espresso and cold brew from the front bar at The Well, with house-made syrups and…
140 N High St (Gahanna)
“, a veteran-owned spot, pours handcrafted espresso and cold brew from the front bar at The Well, with house-made syrups and cheeky, mission-inspired lattes. Their monthly Drop features a creative special, and a portion supports veteran or first responder nonprofits... caffeine that actually does some good.”
Pick’em Up Joe Coffee Co. roasts its own beans, mixes housemade syrups, and bakes fresh pastries daily, so your Grove City morning actually…
3989 Broadway (Grove City)
“Pick’em Up Joe Coffee Co. roasts its own beans, mixes housemade syrups, and bakes fresh pastries daily, so your Grove City morning actually feels like a win. Think sweet or savory kolaches, unique cinnamon roll flavors, specialty espresso drinks, and affogatos, the just-because treat you’ll pretend is coffee research.”
From the Grove City newsletter, September 16, 2026
The Well is a versatile, modern event space right in the heart of Gahanna with flexible layouts that make workshops, seminars, family…
140 N High St (Gahanna)
“The Well is a versatile, modern event space right in the heart of Gahanna with flexible layouts that make workshops, seminars, family gatherings, or community meetups easy to pull off. Set it up how you like with the right amenities, then take the credit when everyone thinks you magically planned the perfect setup.”
Bada Bean Bada Booze is that rare combo spot inside Quarry Trails Metro Park where bold espresso meets legit craft cocktails, plus…
2157 Quarry Trails Dr Ste A
“Bada Bean Bada Booze is that rare combo spot inside Quarry Trails Metro Park where bold espresso meets legit craft cocktails, plus breakfast and lunch from local purveyors. Go for a hike, then settle in for seasonal sips, jazz nights, or classic movies with an actual lake backdrop.”
From the Beavercreek newsletter, September 13, 2026
Royal Flamingo Coffee House is a Columbus micro-roaster that takes coffee seriously, not itself. Expect carefully fussed-over brews and…
inside I Like It Like That Bar, 945 King Ave
“Royal Flamingo Coffee House is a Columbus micro-roaster that takes coffee seriously, not itself. Expect carefully fussed-over brews and beans, from everyday bangers to super special cups, which makes it worth the short haul when your home mug deserves a little royalty.”
From the Springfield newsletter, September 3, 2026
Family owned and serving Gahanna since 2007, Café Creekside hits the breakfast-and-lunch sweet spot with an extensive eggs Benedict lineup…
53 Granville St (Gahanna)
“Family owned and serving Gahanna since 2007, Café Creekside hits the breakfast-and-lunch sweet spot with an extensive eggs Benedict lineup and a flower-filled patio that turns coffee time into linger-a-little-longer time. Easy place to catch up, bring an appetite, and let the hollandaise do the talking.”
Sheetz keeps Reynoldsburg runs efficient with drinks, packaged snacks, takeaway fare, and even fuel when your tank or patience runs low.…
495 Crescent Pl (Gahanna)
“Sheetz keeps Reynoldsburg runs efficient with drinks, packaged snacks, takeaway fare, and even fuel when your tank or patience runs low. Ideal for a caffeine boost, a salty-crunch fix, or grabbing real-food backup before another practice pickup.”
From the Reynoldsburg newsletter, September 3, 2026
Swing by CRIMSON Coffee House - Easton Town Center this week, where the open-kitchen café and diamond-shaped bar let you nerd out with…
4066 Worth Ave
“Swing by CRIMSON Coffee House - Easton Town Center this week, where the open-kitchen café and diamond-shaped bar let you nerd out with baristas as they pull Modbar espresso or dial in a pour-over.”
In the middle of Uptown Westerville, Begin Cafe pairs a true specialty coffee experience with breakfast and lunch that feels neighborly.…
8 E Main St (Westerville)
“In the middle of Uptown Westerville, Begin Cafe pairs a true specialty coffee experience with breakfast and lunch that feels neighborly. It’s the kind of spot where conversations kick off easily, ideas get rolling, and your second cup somehow appears right when you decide to hang a little longer.”
From the Westerville newsletter, September 21, 2026
Whether you’re corralling kids or sneaking in a solo treat, Family Room Coffee & Bake Shop nails the gooey cinnamon roll situation and…
545 S Otterbein Ave (Westerville)
“Whether you’re corralling kids or sneaking in a solo treat, Family Room Coffee & Bake Shop nails the gooey cinnamon roll situation and backs it up with breakfast sandwiches, cookies, and legit espresso. Order on the app to skip the wait, then linger over board games or try popping-boba teas.”
From the Westerville newsletter, September 9, 2026
Global Gallery Coffee Shop is a nonprofit, fair-trade hangout where Ramble Coffee roasts beans in-house, so your latte tastes extra good…
3535 N High St
“Global Gallery Coffee Shop is a nonprofit, fair-trade hangout where Ramble Coffee roasts beans in-house, so your latte tastes extra good for the world. Sip something delightful, browse handcrafted goods from around the globe, then stick around for live music or an open mic this week.”
Espresso Air Coffee is your midweek morale boost, roasting its own beans for cups that actually wake your brain while the pastry case…
25 N State St (Westerville)
“Espresso Air Coffee is your midweek morale boost, roasting its own beans for cups that actually wake your brain while the pastry case tempts with flaky baklava and chewy Turkish bagels. Swing by this week when you need something better than your kitchen drip, and a small moment that feels big.”
Little Cat keeps your tastebuds entertained with playful bubble tea and seriously good coffee, plus seasonal one-offs like Sarsparizz and…
212 Kelton Ave
“Little Cat keeps your tastebuds entertained with playful bubble tea and seriously good coffee, plus seasonal one-offs like Sarsparizz and Japanese Breakfast that lean creative without getting weird. Hand-brewed pours feature top roasters like La Cabra, SEY, DAK and more, so you can sip something fresh this week.”
Need a pick-me-up that purrs? Kitty Bubble Cafe & Bar pours bubble tea, beer and wine while you hang out with adoptable cats in the lounge,…
5568 N High St
“Need a pick-me-up that purrs? Kitty Bubble Cafe & Bar pours bubble tea, beer and wine while you hang out with adoptable cats in the lounge, plus they host delightfully chaotic cat yoga, bingo, and craft nights. Perfect midweek mood-lifter, weekend reward, or just a reason to text the group chat.”
