Java Journey: Discovering Oxford’s Coffee Culture
In our fast-paced world, we sometimes need to go faster! Luckily, if you’re in Oxford, you have options to get you through the day, or night. Take a journey to find our amazing locally-owned coffee cafes and shops in Oxford, Ohio where you’ll find love at first sip (oooo…ahhh).
The Early Birds
Kofenya: 38 W High Street | 513-523-2195
Located Uptown within a block of Memorial Park, Kofenya is a popular destination to hang out and have a cup of Joe. When you walk in you’re instantly welcomed by the sweet aroma of fresh java. When you walk up to the counter, be sure to check the chalkboard for their monthly specialty brews, hot food, baked pastries, and even cocktails (you know…its 5 o’clock somewhere)! Whatever you decide, take your concoction to a comfy spot inside, or outdoors for some fresh air.
Fridge & Pantry: 35 E Church Street | 513-523-6440
The newest addition for coffee lovers in Oxford. Stop in Fridge & Pantry and order your favorite breakfast item on one side, and then walk over to the espresso bar, ordered just they way you like it! While you’re waiting, grab a table at the bar and enjoy the tunes.
Bodega Oxford: 11 W High Street | 513-255-9547
This one is for the classic bodega lovers. Grab a fresh cup of Kofenya’s House Blend with a classic bodega-style breakfast biscuit to start your day. Bodega offers its breakfast menu on the weekends Friday-Sunday 7:30am-11:00am. Dine inside, or carry out across the street to soak up the sun at Uptown Park.
Red Brick Lounge Nutrition: 20 E High Street | 513-255-9179
Alternative healthy energy drinks are in! Red Brick Lounge Nutrition is a recent addition to Uptown Oxford, OH which offers tasty healthy energy drinks that will pep you right up! All energy drinks are under 30 calories but don’t let that fool you… they’re packed with a punch of caffeine.
Patterson’s Cafe: 103 W Spring Street | 513-523-0770
You dog! Grab yourself an ol’ classic “Hair of The Dog” at Patterson’s Cafe to get you back on track. Patteson’s Cafe offers bottomless coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, and espresso all flavored to your liking. If you like to enjoy a meal outside, an iced coffee (or two) will do the trick!
Oxford Coffee Company: 5359 College Corner Pike | 513-435-1213 *by appointment only
This local company offers a diverse collection of freshly roasted coffee beans and ground flavors from around the world: Ethiopian Yirgacheffe coffee, Brazilian Daterra Bravo coffee, Costa Rica Tarrazu coffee, and Sumatran Mandheling coffee. Sign up for the Coffee of the Month Club for discounted pricing, or pick up some brewing tools and equipment while you’re here.
The Night Owls
If you’re looking for a nightcap coffee, we didn’t forget about you. Below is a list of Oxford local bars with EPIC espresso martinis and… open late. Wander the night, or conquer the day, you’re not limited to enjoying a spiked coffee inside, DORA in Oxford is available between 11am – 11pm daily!
Oxford Pub: 10 W Park Place | 513-523-6782
The talk of the town claims that O’Pub’s espresso martini is the best in town, no reason not to find out for yourself, right? Stop at the bar to order this special drink for any occasion. If you didn’t love martinis before, we have a feeling you will!
Pickle & Pig: Inside the Elms Hotel | 513-255-9364 (Open until 9pm or 10pm)
Step inside a time machine and visit Pickle & Pig for your caffeine and cocktail fix. Their espresso martini is garnished with a stencil design in cinnamon of their signature logo. This espresso martini drink will be the “cat’s meow” in your social media collection.
We hope you enjoyed your journey exploring coffee culture in Oxford, Ohio — Share your journey using hashtag #EnjoyingOxford but don’t forget to tag the businesses (they really like that). Stay wide-eyed and bushy-tailed ya’ll!
