The coffee connection, where to go for a cup of joe.
Written by Mr. Salem on November 23rd, 2007 7 Comments
Over the past decade a cup of coffee has transformed to a “Grande Cinnamon Dolce Latte” and a cup of unleaded is now a “half cup of decaffeinated half caf“. There are still some solid places to get a good cup of coffee in Salem. Putting restaurants and breakfast joints aside for today I will focus on those that focus on coffee.
- Starbucks Coffee
211 Washington St
978.825.0824
Many people gravitate towards this monolith of evil because they enjoy spending up to $8 for a cup of coffee. What a waste. Hold on to your cash and buy yourself 4 better cups at a local establishment. - Dunkin’ Donuts
- 152 Washington St
(978) 744-9888 - 282 Derby St
(978) 741-4062 - 31 Bridge St
(978) 741-1353 - 105 North St
(978) 745-5658 - 68 Boston St
(978) 741-8658 - 272 Highland Ave
(978) 744-6003
D&D are everywhere, which is to be expected since this is Massachusetts. They are less evil, easier on the wallet and the Washington Street location across from the Post Office and the Salem News building is open 24 hours for when you get a late night craving.
- 152 Washington St
- Fuel Coffee & Juice Bar
196 Essex St
(978) 741-0850
Not overly impressed with Fuel, the few times I’ve been in there the counter help was not very helpful, but the coffee was adequate. They get bonus points for longevity and being an independent (sort of, they are a sibling to the Front Street Cafe). Outside seating on the pedestrian mall is available in the good weather. - Front Street Coffeehouse
20 Front St
(978) 740-6697
By far the best of the bunch. Front Street has a great variety of coffees and teas but you can still get a small coffee for $1.25. Service is usually friendly. Of special note, if you pick up a Front Street card (near the register and free) they will stamp it each time you buy something there. When the card is full you get a free coffee. Salem Insiders know about this wonderful bonus and use it to their advantage. - Honorable Mention
New Civilitea
318 Derby St
978.740.2832
While not a coffee shop New Civilitea is relatively new in town and is a Tea house. You can have a cup there or buy a wide variety of teas to bring home. - Honorable Mention II
Gulu Gulu Cafe
247 Essex St
978.740.8882
I realize that Gulu Gulu is not a coffee shoppe but for anyone who wants a bit of zip in their caffeine these guys have a rather large menu of coffee cordials. I recommend the Barrier Breaker, its just what you need to warm up on a chilly autumn/winter night.
Update
- A&J King Bakery
48 Central Street
978.744.4881
Primarily a bakery recently A&J King have added a coffee bar which serves up a variety of coffee, latte, tea and hot chocolate. While the coffee is okay, their baked goods are to die for. - Jaho Coffee & Tea
197 Derby Street
978.744.4300
Jaho offers a huge selection of coffee and teas along with some light fare. They remind me of a “starbucks light” with less attitude and more affordable coffees.
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Front St. Cafe is my favorite of the bunch as well.
Would like to point out two other places.
A&J King Bakery — they now have a coffee and espresso bar. Coffee is good. Baked goods are heavenly.
Jaho Coffee & Tea — Great coffee and a nice place to relax when not mobbed by tourists. They even go the extra mile with a little latte art.
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This is the best coffee & you are not supporting the mafia of starbucks there is not a need for corporate greed in salem and would ask everyone to only support local coffee shops
top four places for coffee
1) Front Street Coffee House
2)Jaho Coffee & Tea
3)A&J King Bakery
4) Dunkin’ Do Nuts Man
Front Street Coffee is the Best in Salem
current price is $1.75
refill as much as you like
read a book, newspaper or surf the net…
the best in Salem for a fresh cup of coffee
@ Coffee Expert
I couldn’t agree with you more, its all about supporting the local independent businesses.
Front Street Coffee House is the best place to listen to live music on any given Sunday morning.
at $1.75 for a mug of coffee that can be re-filled as much as u like
not to mention, supporting a small.. local business, instead of another chain is better for the community
not to mention that the coffee at the Front Street Coffee House is really the best cup in all of Salem
Local Artists have turned Front Street into a gallery…check it out!