A Coffee Shop Guide to Downtown Chattanooga

There is an abundance of coffee shops to choose from in Chattanooga’s Business Improvement District! Whether you’re on a quick coffee run or want a relaxing place to work from, check out our list:

1. Cadence Coffee Company - 11 East 7th Street

This coffee shop, located in the heart of Downtown Chattanooga, has a variety of drinks and places to sit down and enjoy a cup of coffee. Cadence’s mission focuses on crafting excellent coffee, building genuine community, and inspiring true change. They execute this mission by partnering with local non-profit organizations to help end homelessness, poverty, human trafficking, and joblessness. Learn more on Cadence’s website

2. Panera Bread - 417 Market Street

Located on Market Street, Panera Bread’s extensive menu has coffee, pastries, bagels, sandwiches, salads, and more. With free Wi-Fi and ample seating, this spot is great for anyone looking to work or study from a coffee shop. View Panera’s menu and other information on its website

3. Peet’s Coffee (Cafe - 819 Chestnut Street, Drive Through - 802 Pine Street)

Peet’s Coffee offers various coffee options, breakfast sandwiches, pastries, and more. While Downtown, you’ll find both a Peet’s cafe and a drive-through location. Located in the West Village, the cafe has plenty of tables and booths, perfect for networking meetings and working from home. If you’re in a hurry, Peet’s drive-through coffee shop is conveniently located right by the I-24 exit. Learn more about Peet’s on its website.


4. Sleepyhead Coffee - 735 Broad Street

In the middle of Downtown Chattanooga, Sleepyhead Coffee boasts a pastry case with house-made gluten-free and vegan donuts, vegan poppytarts, and other vegan-friendly items. After grabbing your coffee, you can walk across the lobby to a seating room where you’ll be surrounded by plants and natural light. Learn more about this local gem on its website.


5. Starbucks - 827 Broad Street

Well-known and loved coffee brand Starbucks is located inside The Read House and has a few cozy sitting areas. You’ll find frappuccinos, breakfast sandwiches, cake pops, and more on the menu. In the center of Downtown, this spot is popular for mobile pickup orders. Learn more about Starbucks on its website.


If you’re curious about the Downtown Chattanooga Alliance’s District boundaries, check out our map

Baylee Nelson