Whether you take yours steamed or over ice, sweetened or straight up, au lait or black, there’s just something about a great cup of coffee that brightens any day. For those who savor their cups of joe — perhaps paired with a fresh-baked pastry or hand pie — here are our favorite spots to enjoy coffee in Virginia Beach.
Perked Up! Café
Located on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Perked Up! Café is a locally owned coffee shop serving delicious coffee and fresh-baked treats. Try a classic cappuccino with a house-made coconut lime or blueberry lemon scone or an indulgent banana Nutella muffin.
Lynnhaven Coffee Company
Lynnhaven Coffee Company in the Chesapeake Bay brews small-batch roasted coffee in its own facility, nearby. They serve everything from drip coffee to espresso to something for every sweet tooth — and many of their syrups and sauces are locally sourced. Smoothies, flatbreads and sandwiches make it easy to linger a little longer.
Operation Brew Coffee & Bakery
This charming café on Oceana Boulevard in Chesapeake Bay pours premium coffees from around the world. The specialty drinks at Operation Brew Coffee & Bakery pack two shots of espresso and come in a range of flavors — and the chef’s favorite breakfast, cheese pancakes served with salted caramel mousse, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and berries, adds a sweet finish.
Three Ships Coffee
Three Ships Coffee offers early-morning pick-me-ups and mid-day coffee and dessert at two locations: in the eclectic ViBe Creative District and Hilltop. House-roasted coffee creations include a Pungo Latte, a classic latte made with Three Ships’ rich coffee and lightly sweetened with seasonal berries from the Pungo agricultural district. Pair your cup of joe with a world-famous Becky biscuit.
Bad Ass Coffee Company
Coffee lovers who can’t get enough of Hawaii’s famous Kona coffee can enjoy a cup amid the tropical vibes of Bad Ass Coffee in the ViBe Creative District. Its menu includes Hot and Iced Classics, Bad Ass Lattes, Cold Brews, and frozen Koffee Koolers. For a tasty pairing with your brew, try a donut, muffin or scone.
VLOVE Coffee House
Watch the sunrise to start your day, then stroll over to VLOVE Coffee House in the ViBe Creative District for fresh coffee and lattes in fun flavors like vanilla, tiramisu and mocha. Pair your drink with a bacon avocado sandwich for the ultimate flavor combo.
Fathom Coffee
Fathom Coffee, located in the ViBe Creative District, takes sustainability seriously, from reusable glass jars and recyclable packaging to solar-roasted coffee. Choose from shaken espressos and macchiatos to specialty lattes — all while supporting an eco-friendly café.
Pinup Coffee Co
Pinup Coffee Co calls Back Bay Brew House Farmhouse on Kempsville Road home, adding its iconic coffee experience to a space built around community. A veteran- and woman-owned business founded in 2021, Pinup began as a specialty coffee roaster in Virginia Beach and has since opened its first walk-in coffee shop. Stop by and try one of their specialty drinks — we’re partial to the vanilla lavender latte, made with their signature espresso — or get a tasty treat while enjoying the amazing atmosphere at the Farmhouse.
Pourfavor Coffee Shop
Located Inland in Virginia Beach, Pourfavor Coffee Shop delivers lattes and cappuccinos that are almost too pretty to drink. Order a sampling of four creations such as the latte, macchiato, mocha and coco loco cold brew. With sweet staples like fresh cinnamon rolls and savory all-day breakfast items, there are plenty of tasty options to pair with your cuppa.
Beignets & Brews
Step into Beignets & Brews, located Inland, and let the aromas draw you in. Sample their signature coffee drink, the Biscoff cookie butter latte, topped with a Biscoff cookie while indulging in traditional beignets or fun flavors like cinnamon sugar, turtle or Nutella.
Town Center Cold Pressed
Located Inland, Town Center Cold Pressed serves more than just fresh juices. Order their signature lattes in flavors like pistachio and white chocolate toffee. Enjoy tasty smoothie and oatmeal bowls or grab a bagel or sandwich to complete your visit.
Project Seed Coffee
Project Seed Coffee, located Inland, is the first Filipino coffee shop in Virginia Beach. What began as a cold brew delivery service has grown into a full-scale brick-and-mortar café. Their signature Ube Velvet latte is unforgettable: flavorful purple yam with a hint of dark chocolate.
Astraea Coffee
At Astraea Coffee, located Inland, every visit feels like stepping into a friend’s house. Sip the Hung Jury with honey and fresh cinnamon, or savor the Bail Out with brown sugar and caramel. Cozy vibes and delicious drinks make it the perfect spot to enjoy a slow morning.
Colattao Coffee House
Located Inland, the family- and Dominican-owned Colattao Coffee House pours both hot and iced drinks with love. Pair your coffee with fresh croissants and scones for a cozy, delicious treat.
Roast Rider Coffee + Tea
From bean to cup, Hilltop’s Roast Rider Coffee takes care in every step to produce the perfect cup. It’s kept simple here, with traditional black coffee served with locally sourced treats from favorite spots like Prosperity Kitchen + Pantry, The Green Cat Café and My Vegan Sweet Tooth.
About Our Writer
After years working in the destination management space, Courtney Spiess-Johnson now channels her tourism marketing expertise into storytelling for destinations across the country. Based in Atlanta, she is happiest exploring the Southeast, splitting her time between mountain hikes and beach escapes with her husband and golden retriever, Boone.
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