The roasters writing the coffee scene in Miami: who they are, where they source from and where to drink it.
The roasters writing the coffee scene in Miami. who they are, where they source from, and where to drink the result.
Panther Coffee in Wynwood is the 2010-founded specialty roaster at 2390 NW 2nd Avenue, ranked 30th on the World's 100 Best Coffee Shops list in November 2025.
Tip: The Wynwood cafe pulls a single-origin espresso every morning. The Little Haiti roastery sells whole bean by the kilo for kitchens.
Sources from: Ethiopia, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica
How they serve: Espresso, Filter, Pour-over, Whole bean retail
Vice City Bean in Miami is the local roaster with three cafes in Brickell, Wynwood and the Citadel, sourcing single-origin beans alongside Cuban espresso classics.
Tip: The Brickell flagship pulls cortaditos by request. Subscriptions ship monthly; the seasonal Ethiopian lot is the editor's pick.
Sources from: Ethiopia, Colombia, Brazil
How they serve: Espresso, Pour-over, Cold brew, Whole bean retail
Peak food season in Miami is year-round.
Local dining hours: lunch around 12:30, dinner from 19:30.
service is typically included; small extra is welcome but not expected.
Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Miami rewards trust.