Let’s be honest: sometimes we pick our coffee spots based on the vibes first, lattes second. 😄 From pastel walls to plant-filled patios and picture-perfect pastries, these cafés go way beyond caffeine — they’re a whole aesthetic.
If you’re the kind of traveler who loves a good photo op with your flat white, here are 10 backdrop-worthy cafés across the U.S. that deserve a spot on your feed (and in your heart).
1. 🌿 Alfred Coffee – Los Angeles, CA
“But first, coffee” — you’ve definitely seen this wall before. With chic interiors, cool branding, and several Insta-famous locations across LA, Alfred is equal parts espresso and aesthetic.
☕ Try: Iced vanilla latte with oat milk
📍 Bonus: Melrose Place = photo gold
2. 🌵 Communal Coffee – San Diego, CA
This bright San Diego favorite blends coffee + flowers perfectly — especially in the North Park location with its big mural and blooms throughout the space. It’s cozy, colorful, and totally photogenic.
☕ Try: House roast blend
📸 Pro tip: The South Park coffee truck is also adorable
3. 🌈 The Butcher’s Daughter – Venice, CA
Think tropical plants, tiled floors, natural light, and earthy vibes. This West Coast beauty is part café, part lifestyle inspiration.
☕ Try: Cold-pressed juice + avocado toast
🪴 Aesthetic: boho + botanical heaven
4. 🍰 Café Madeleine – San Francisco, CA
This cozy corner café has Parisian elegance and European charm, complete with tiled floors and pastry cases that look like jewelry displays.
☕ Try: Macaron and a mocha
🎞️ Vibe: Classic, romantic, and très chic
5. 💐 Remi Flower & Coffee – New York, NY
A florist + café in one? YES. You sip your latte surrounded by fresh blooms in an artfully curated space. It’s like a coffee shop inside a secret garden.
☕ Try: Lavender latte
🌷 Bonus: Fresh bouquet = built-in prop
6. ✨ The Last Bookstore + Café – Los Angeles, CA
A book-lover’s dream with vintage vibes and moody corners, this spot offers more than just coffee. Think espresso meets eccentric indie bookstore.
☕ Try: Iced americano and a pastry
📚 Pose idea: Book wall or archway tunnel!
7. 🌊 Better Buzz – La Jolla, CA
Sun, surf, and white-tiled minimalism meet here. This bright, beachy café in Southern California serves great coffee and coastal views.
☕ Try: Best Drink Ever (yes, that’s what it’s called)
📍 Spot: Grab a window seat and let the light in
8. 🪴 Dayglow Coffee – Chicago, IL
Pops of neon, pastel accents, and artsy drinks? Dayglow feels like the future of coffee. Everything — from the packaging to the walls — is made to be photographed.
☕ Try: Strawberry matcha
🎨 Aesthetic: playful, bold, and modern
9. 🍓 Maman – New York, NY & Multiple Cities
Rustic wood, vintage dishes, and French farmhouse vibes — Maman is a warm hug in café form. Every table setting feels curated for the gram.
☕ Try: Nutty chocolate chip cookie + lavender latte
🌼 Bonus: Their takeaway cups are adorable
10. 🍯 Café Kitsuné – New York, NY
Paris meets Tokyo in this minimalist-meets-modern space. Think clean lines, neutral tones, and stylish pastries that taste as good as they look.
☕ Try: Fox-shaped shortbread + iced matcha
📷 Vibe: Elevated, calm, and effortlessly cool
☕ Capture the Moment, Sip the Magic
Sure, we come for the caffeine — but when a coffee shop looks this good, you stay a little longer, snap a little more, and maybe even romanticize your entire morning. 💁♀️✨
Which café are you posting up at first? Your camera roll — and your taste buds — will thank you.
