Looking for Some Local, Boutique Coffee Shops in Carrollwood & Lutz?

Yes, They Do Exist & Here Are a Few of Our Top Picks!

Here’s a little run down on some of the best little coffee shops that you might not have heard about yet. But chances are, the word will soon be out about these local gems.

Zeal Coffee Roasters 1930 Land O’ Lakes Blvd #9, Lutz; 10005 N Dale Mabry, Carrollwood Center

Passionate about craft coffee brewing, Peter and Shadia Davidson opened this local café in Lutz in 2013 and have added a second location in Carrollwood. One sip and it’s clear that these folks are serious about delivering amazing coffee plus goodwill: they host a networking night for local businesses, open mic night on Fridays and establish relationships with the communities that they purchase from.

Hatties Café & Beanery 17695 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Lutz

Not only will you get a great cup of coffee at Hatties, but their varied assortment of breakfast and sandwich items will have you staying through lunch. Hatties is a full-service bakery, coffee beanery and restaurant that is committed to using locally-grown, organic foods. They even offer free local delivery.

Big Apple Bagels 23908 State Rd 54 # 101, Lutz

Slide into a booth here and enjoy scrumptious bagels, muffins and breakfast sandwiches. While you dine, you can make use of the free WiFi or catch up on news headlines displayed on the flat-screen TV. This is a comfortable place to enjoy an excellent cup of coffee and more.

Cool Mo’s Coffee 11406 N Dale Mabry Hwy., Carrollwood

Cool Mo’s is a Cuban café located in Carrollwood that is best known for the café con leche and breakfast items like egg sandwiches and Cuban toast. They even serve up New Orleans’-style beignets that will make your mouth water. There is some seating inside this cozy spot plus a convenient drive-thru option, too, when you need your latte to go. This is a friendly, family and Veteran-owned business.

Café Caribe 10440 N Dale Mabry Hwy., Carrollwood
This tiny Carrollwood spot is well-known for Cuban food and many patrons say that their café con leche is the “real deal”! If you’re looking for the perfect start to your day with a Cuban breakfast, Café Caribe won’t disappoint. They serve breakfast and lunch and close at 3pm every day except Sundays, when they serve brunch until noon.