We get it, mornings can be rough. Every once in a while — or more accurately, every day — we need a little caffeine-fueled boost to get us going. Or maybe you’re a morning person and just enjoy a hot cuppa to start your day. Regardless of how chipper you are in the am., a nice cup of coffee is a fantastic way to kick back and enjoy your morning.
7 Brew Coffee
1201 W. Morton Ave.
No need to park and get out — this drive-thru coffee shop serves a variety of iced or hot coffee drinks and a menu of signature drinks, the 7 Originals, which includes the Blondie (caramel and vanilla breve), the Brunette (hazelnut and caramel mocha), and the Smooth 7 (white chocolate and Irish cream breve). 7 Brew also features a variety of non-coffee drinks like energy drinks, fizzes, tea, lemonade, smoothies, and shakes.
The Crimson Cup and The Spirit Shop
30 N. Central Park Plaza
Get your morning pick-me-up and support a great cause! The Crimson Cup and The Spirit Shop is run by the District 117 Transitional Adult Program, which focuses on post-secondary independence for students ages 18-22 with special needs. Grab a hot or iced coffee drink — or one of their specialty drinks like lattes, macchiatos, and cappuccinos. The Crimson Cup also carries cocoa, cider, tea, and bottled drinks.
The Drink Shop
408 W. Morton Ave.
Share your love of coffee with the community! Peruse a delicious menu of coffee drinks — along with Lotus Energy drinks and soda fusions — at this locally owned coffee shop. Plus, The Drink Shop highlights a different organization each month with proceeds benefitting that group.
Elm City Roastery
216 S. Mauvaisterre St.
You can’t beat the taste and aroma of locally roasted beans. This local shop roasts its coffee beans in house and features a broad selection of rich coffee drinks, including espresso drinks like lattes, cappuccinos, and Americanos. Coffee is available in whole beans, so you can brew these delicious flavors from the comfort of your own home. Elm City Roastery also features a menu of tea, lemonade, and snacks.
The Soap Co. Coffee House
207 S. Sandy St.
Located in a historic storefront on the square, Soap Co. serves an incredible selection of premium coffee drinks like house coffee, iced coffees, café au lait, red eyes, café mochas, doppios, Americanos, lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, and blended drinks, alongside delicious, fresh-baked pastries. Not a coffee drinker? The I Don’t Care for Coffee Menu includes a selection of tea, chai, and hot chocolate.
Starbucks
110 W. Morton Ave.
This ubiquitous coffee chain serves a menu of familiar coffee and espresso drinks, plus blended beverages, tea, and lemonade. Pair your drinks with one of their tasty snacks like bagels, pastries, and sandwiches too!
There’s even more to explore in Jacksonville’s culinary scene. Check out the incredible flavors being prepared by bold, young chefs every day and find your favorite flavors!