Coffee roaster$$upper-kingTue-Thu 07:00-20:00, Fri-Sat 07:00-22:00, Sun 07:00-18:00, closed MondayPublic cafe
Babas on Cannon in Charleston pours espresso drinks and natural wines from a corner cafe on Cannon Street since 2019. Located in Upper King.
Tip: The cortado and almond croissant pairing is the locals' default. Outdoor seats are first-come.
Sources from: Counter Culture, Single-origin guest roasters
How they serve: Espresso, Pour over
Coffee roaster$$downtownDaily 07:00-17:00Public cafe
Second State Coffee in Charleston roasts single-origin beans and runs five cafes since 2012, formerly Black Tap. Located in Downtown. Open daily 07:00-17:00.
Tip: The Beaufain Street flagship is the original cafe. Five locations citywide; check the website for the closest.
Sources from: Ethiopia, Colombia, Guatemala
How they serve: Espresso, Pour over, Whole bean retail
Coffee roaster$$upper-kingPublic cuppings Fri 10:00
Counter Culture Coffee's Charleston training centre on Spring Street since 2015 runs Friday public cuppings and barista classes. Located in Upper King.
Tip: Friday public cuppings at 10:00 are free and run 45 minutes. Sign up via Counter Culture's site.
Sources from: Ethiopia, Colombia, Honduras
How they serve: Espresso, Pour over, Public cuppings
Coffee roaster$$downtownDaily 07:00-22:00Public cafe
Kudu Coffee and Craft Beer in Charleston serves locally-influenced coffees and craft beer from a Vanderhorst Street courtyard cafe since 2003.
Tip: Courtyard fountain seats turn over fast on Saturdays. Open until 22:00 daily for evening drinks.
Sources from: Single-origin rotating
How they serve: Espresso, Drip, Pour over