Coffee + Creativity: 10 Local Coffee Shops to Try

It's a magical thing when you can experience art and coffee together.

Check out these local coffee shops that are expressing their creativity in different and unique ways! 

Triple Moon Coffee Company

1100 Central Avenue | Middletown, Ohio

Grab a handcrafted coffee or tea, and relax at Triple Moon in their peaceful atmosphere. Read a book from the lending library, play one of the games off their shelves, or just sit down to chill in this boho-chic shop in Middletown.

True West Coffee

313 Main Street | Hamilton, Ohio

Find coffee, sandwiches and desserts at this eclectic coffee shop on Main Street in Hamilton. With a large number of creative flavor combos, it's hard to go wrong. Try a Turtle Blanco, Pot o' Gold or Thin Mint Latte while chatting with friends on their back patio that overlooks a vibrant mural.

CAVU Coffee

7755 Cox Lane | West Chester, Ohio

This full service coffee boutique in West Chester is known for their handcrafted sauces and syrups that are made fresh in-house. Their coffee beverages are always high-quality, and the atmosphere is always cozy and inviting! CAVU also offers organic teas from Rishi, smoothies, and a variety of fresh baked goods either made in-house or from local woman-owned businesses.

Kofenya Coffee

38 W High Street | Oxford, Ohio

Kofenya is a local favorite in Oxford for craft coffees and craft beers! Pronounced koh-fehn-yah, this coffee shop prides itself on it's quality and welcoming atmosphere. Settle in on one of their huge sofas or theatre chairs to spend a morning in this charming shop. 

Fairfield Coffee

311 Nilles Road | Fairfield, Ohio

People continue to fall in love with Fairfield Coffee & Goods everyday. On top of their specialty lattes— available hot, iced or blended— Fairfield Coffee always has a selection of fresh pastries, homemade baked goods, and a variety of sandwiches, wraps, and paninis. Full of local love and pride, this shop is super community focused with a “Pay it Forward” program to help spread the love!

Jupiter Coffee & Donuts

5353 Dixie Highway | Fairfield, Ohio

Also a popular stop along the Butler County Donut Trail, this donut and coffee shop is known for their caffeine combinations, made with their in-house roasted coffee blends. The owners love to do themed lattes and frappes! Don’'t miss out on their maple donuts either... made with maple syrup from their family’'s farm here in Ohio.

State Street Coffee

938 W State Street | Trenton, Ohio

Cold brew coffee flights? Yes, please! State Street Coffee in Trenton is most well-known for their incredible coffee and espresso flight options— a fun and popular way to see what you like and share with a friend. The photo above features a Cold Brew Flight with four delicious coffees; State Street Cold Brew, Vanilla Cold Brew with Cream, Cold Brew with Sweet Cream, and Cold Brew with Sweet Cold Foam.

Coffee Cup Overflowing

6544 Winford Avenue | Hamilton, Ohio

Locally and independently owned, Coffee Cup Overflowing is a community oriented coffee shop in Hamilton. They aim to provide a relaxing and productive environment for all customers, all while serving delicious coffees too. Their menu is full of delicious flavors for iced coffee, lattes, frozen lattes, espresso and more. You can also find a selection of smoothies, teas, and breakfast food items.

Fringe Coffee House

604 High Street | Hamilton, Ohio

The warm and inviting atmosphere of The Fringe Coffee House is a truly unique community space. They serve a breakfast/light lunch-style menu, offering the finest coffee and espresso, roasted with Yield Roasters, and more. Come hang out with friends or family, grab a cup of coffee and admire the colorful, vibrant murals that adorn the walls at Fringe Coffee House. 

Village Perks

315 Main St | Seven Mile, Ohio