After a tranquil morning in the botanical oasis, find a true Orlando-quality buzz! Get the best specialty coffee right on the grounds and in the nearby Audubon Park/Corrine Drive area.
Foxtail Coffee Co. (Leu Gardens Location) The Park Convenience & Gardens Vibe: Local Roaster on Site This unique Foxtail location is situated right inside the Leu Gardens Welcome Center, offering unparalleled convenience. This local roaster provides their full craft beverage menu, alongside food, beer, and wine, in an airy, eclectic setting. Best of all, admission to the gardens is not required to visit the cafe!
- Why Choose It: Excellent house-roasted coffee quality and the most convenient location possible—perfect for starting or ending your garden visit.
- Specialty: Their signature Cold Brew or a rich, perfectly pulled Espresso enjoyed with a view of the grounds.
- Location: 1920 North Forest Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803 (Inside the Leu Gardens Welcome Center).
- Website: Foxtail Coffee Co.
- Lobos Coffee Roasters (Corrine Drive/Audubon Park) The Roaster’s Craft & Unique Flavors: House-Roasted, Global Beans A very short drive east brings you to the heart of the Audubon Park district and Lobos Coffee Roasters. They proudly roast their globally-sourced beans in-house and are known for their innovative and highly creative specialty lattes and unique seasonal drink flights. The cafe is spacious and provides a great local atmosphere.
- Why Choose It: A dedicated local roaster offering both classic precision brews and creative, unique flavor profiles not found elsewhere.
- Specialty: Their highly-rated Salted Butter Pecan Latte or a flawlessly prepared V60 Pour-Over highlighting their current single-origin selection.
- Location: 3000 Corrine Dr, Orlando, FL 32803 (In the Audubon Park neighborhood).
- Website: Lobos Coffee Roasters
- Lineage Coffee Roasting (East End Market) The Artisanal Experience & Pioneer: Top-Tier Precision Lineage is recognized as one of Central Florida’s original and most serious third-wave roasters. Located nearby inside the popular East End Market (a hub for local vendors), this is the destination stop for serious coffee connoisseurs. They focus intensely on ethical sourcing and roasting to achieve perfection in every cup.
- Why Choose It: Arguably the highest-level specialty coffee in the area, plus the benefit of being located in the local food vendor hall (East End Market).
- Specialty: A flawlessly pulled Espresso or a classic V60 Pour-Over highlighting their current single-origin selection.
- Location: 3201 Corrine Dr, Orlando, FL 32803 (Inside East End Market).
- Website: Lineage Coffee Roasting
- Framework Craft Coffee House (Mills 50) The Industrial Vibe & Independent Hub: Classic Coffeehouse Feel A quick drive west toward the Mills 50 district leads to Framework, a highly-rated independent coffee shop known for its friendly baristas, comfortable seating, and classic “old-school” coffeehouse feel. They focus on serving high-quality specialty espresso and drip coffee in a relaxed environment.
- Why Choose It: A welcoming, independent cafe with a great atmosphere for relaxing or getting work done, offering consistently high-quality specialty drinks.
- Specialty: A classic Drip Coffee or a simple, perfectly balanced Americano.
- Location: 1201 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803 (In the Mills 50 neighborhood).
- Website: Framework Craft Coffee House
☕ Tourist Pro-Tip for Leu Gardens: You don’t have to leave the property for great specialty coffee—use the Foxtail Coffee Co. right inside the Welcome Center. For an adventure into Orlando’s best local roasters, commit to the short drive to the Audubon Park area for Lobos and Lineage.
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