Best Cafes in Cusco | About Cusco

Cusco is a destination that enchants travelers worldwide with its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture. But it's not just Cusco's historical sites that make it a must-visit destination. Cusco is also home to a thriving cafe culture that allows visitors to relax and soak up the city's atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to sip on a hot coffee or enjoy a refreshing juice and snack while taking in the view over the bustling Plaza de Armas, Cusco's cafes have got you covered. Let's take a closer look at some of the best cafés in Cusco, exploring what makes them unique and why they're a great way to experience this fascinating city.

Café Valeriana

Valeriana is an excellent place with white furniture and comfortable couches. They sell good coffee, great muffins, and cheesecake. There are two cafes in Cusco, one on the Avenida del Sol (in front of the famous Qorikancha) and one on the Plaza Regocijo.

Café Ricchary

Nearby the Plaza San Francisco is Café Richarry, an excellent place for a good coffee on "Concebidayoc" street.

Jacks Café Cusco

Jack's Café on Calle Choquechaka has a good menu choice, friendly staff, and a good location. Many travelers come here for breakfast Cusco or burgers, as the food is yummy and the portions are big.

Limbus

Limbus Resto Bar is situated in San Blas or actually above San Blas. It is quite a walk up, but totally worth the effort: Limbus offers excellent views. There is a long bar in the middle and several lounge areas with comfy couches and chairs. Everywhere you look, you have this incredible view of Cusco. There is also a balcony to enjoy the sun, the views, and the cocktails! Limbus has a good menu with delicious starters and main dishes for every taste!

Qosqo Maki

Qosko Maki is located close to the center of Cusco, at Avenida Tullumay 465. They serve excellent coffees, cappuccinos, mochas, lattes, and bakery items. Our favorite from this little shop is the pizza bread!

Café Misky

You will notice Misky coffee if you are walking by their shop on Calle Maruri because the smell of fresh ground coffee will surely lure all coffee fanatics into their shop. Misky has a delicious cup of coffee and sells beans and ground coffee to take with you.

Green Point Café

Located in San Blas, this is a great place to work because the wifi and ambiance are fantastic. You can also sit outside, in their outdoor garden. Read more about Green Point Restaurant.

Café Ayllu

Café Ayllu is an institute in Cusco, a café in Cusco where the locals enjoy to go for over forty years. It's close to the Plaza de Armas (it used to be on the Plaza de Armas), and the staff is friendly. You can have breakfast or pastries like "lenguas de suegra" (pies with manjar blanco)—Café el Ayllu services excellent unsweetened hot chocolate.

Tea World Update 2023: currently closed

Tea World is located close to Qorikancha and is decorated like Alice in Wonderland. It has about 30 tea flavors, lovely vintage styling, and free WIFI. The place is very. At the entrance is a place for takeaway and go, but you cross the beautiful yard with hummingbirds. There are books; you can charge your phone and they serve good milkshakes and hot chocolate.

Cafe Panam

Café Pana sits just a few minutes’ walk from Cusco's Plaza de Armas and is an excellent choice if you have to leave early for a tour in Cusco. Open from 6 am on, this cafe-cum-bakery is also a great place to work. On the second floor, you find a mezzanine-style seating area with many outlets and a quiet, cozy corner.

Cappucino Café

Cappuccino Cafe is worth checking out. The cafe offers a wide variety of coffee drinks and pastries on the second floor, and there is free wifi. If you are lucky, you can get a table by the window, overlooking the Plaza de Armas with great views of the square and cathedral, and up the hillside, you see the church of San Cristobal. The drinks and food were good; they served milkshakes, excellent pastries and desserts, and light meals like egg dishes.

Cafe Macchiato

Cafe Macchiato is a cozy cafe in Cusco with great coffee and delicious pastries. It's also a good place for digital nomads with a quiet work environment. The café is on the first floor, located on Calle Marqués, between the Plaza San Francisco and the Plaza de Armas.

L’atelier Café Concept

L'atelier Café Concept is a modern, French-inspired café in Cusco. The atmosphere is bright and inviting, perfect for getting some work done. This artsy café has free wifi, great coffee, a creative menu of sandwiches, salads, and desserts, plus a unique layout that's perfect for with a view of the San Blas below. They also offer light snacks and meals if you get hungry, and there are seating options both indoors and outdoors (Note: the seat with a view has a time limit if it's busy). So whether you're looking for a quiet place to focus or a bustling cafe to take a break to, L'atelier is definitely worth checking out.

La Bo'M

Cafe La Bo'm another unique place to check out in San Blas. Situated on the picturesque hillside of San Blas, La Bo'm is a crepería. Their friendly staff prepare crepes with a wide variety of fillings, both savory and sweet. Enjoy the atmosphere (and the crepes!).

In conclusion, Cusco's café culture offers a unique experience for visitors to the city. With a variety of options, ranging from traditional cafes to trendy spots, there is something for everyone to enjoy. So whether you're looking for a cozy spot to work, a place to enjoy a delicious pastry, or simply a spot to relax and take in the ambiance of this historic city, be sure to check out some of the best cafés in Cusco.