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Explore JOO CAFE: A Hidden Gem in Nanjing’s Confucius Temple
Looking for a cozy coffee spot in Nanjing? JOO CAFE in the Confucius Temple area hosts events and serves coffee with desserts in a relaxed setting.
11th Coffee Shop: A Specialty Coffee Spot in Dongguan
Explore 11th Coffee in Dongguan, a specialty-focused café serving only coffee—no food, no milk tea—just expertly brewed cups.
Explore Soloist, a Specialty Coffee Spot in Beijing
Discover Soloist, a Beijing cafe known for its in-house roasted coffee and 1930s industrial decor, offering both espresso and hand-brewed options.
BARISTA: Beijing’s Intimate Third-Wave Coffee Spot
A 15-square-meter Beijing coffee shop offers handcrafted espresso and single-origin pours with rotating roasts from a single roaster.
Slow Life Cafe: Xi’an’s Charming Vintage Coffee Spot
Find vintage decor, live music, and freshly ground Illy & Lavazza espresso at Slow Life Cafe, tucked beneath Xi’an’s ancient city wall.
Under the Apple Tree: A Xi’an Coffee Book Bar with Folk Music and Florals
Find Xi’an’s hidden coffee book bar under an apple tree—where folk music, flowers, and specialty coffee meet in a cozy, sunlit space near NPU.
Nausica Café: A Cozy Anime-Inspired Spot in Xi’an
Find comfort in Nausica Café, a homey Xi’an coffee shop known for its daily fresh desserts and heartwarming brews inspired by Studio Ghibli.
Bookstore-Like Café in Guangzhou: Missy Coffee Review
Missy Coffee in Guangzhou offers a quiet reading space with great coffee. Find out why this isn’t just another café but a haven for book lovers.
Nanjing's Tree Coffee: A Hidden Gem in Old Town
Discover Tree Coffee in Nanjing’s Laomendong historic district, a charming spot known for slow sipping and classic coffee vibes near the Confucius Temple.
Yishi Coffee Bar: Specialty Coffee & Cocktails in Nanjing
Find one of Nanjing’s best-kept café secrets—Yishi Coffee Bar serves expertly brewed specialty coffee and cocktails in a cozy spot near Xinjiekou.
Qingdao’s Bamboo Coffee: A Hub for Entrepreneurs and Coffee Lovers
Find out why Bamboo Coffee in Qingdao is a must-visit for aspiring entrepreneurs and coffee enthusiasts alike, serving quality drinks and hosting financial talks.
Douer Coffee in Shenyang: Where to Try Specialty Coffee
Discover Douer Coffee in Shenyang, a specialty café offering hand-brewed single-origin coffees crafted by a Taiwanese roaster with 30 years of experience.
Quiet Coffee & Books in Yangzhou’s Hidden Bookstore Café
A low-key, color-averse bookstore café in Yangzhou offers a calm urban retreat with books and carefully brewed coffee. Find it upstairs at Meijie Barbershop.
Explore Fengque Coffee: Chongqing’s Hidden Specialty Gem
Discover Fengque Coffee in Chongqing’s Ciqikou Ancient Town, a specialty café and roastery since 2011 known for its handcrafted pour-over and in-house roasted beans.
Family-Run Specialty Café in Kunming: Fangyuan Wuli Coffee
Discover Fangyuan Wuli, a quiet family coffee shop in downtown Kunming since 2014, serving hand-brewed coffee with freshly roasted beans daily.
Auckland’s First Organic Coffee Roastery: Strawberry Alarmclock
Find Auckland’s only dedicated organic coffee roastery at 31 Sale Street—home to Incafe, offering classes, tastings, and specialty roasts.
3 Specialty Coffee Shops to Visit in Wuhan
Discover three recommended specialty coffee spots in Wuhan, including Box Coffee’s three shops, each offering freshly roasted beans and barista training to competition standards.
Beijing Specialty Coffee Spot: Fish Eye Coffee
Discover Fish Eye Coffee in Beijing, a pioneer of specialty coffee known for fresh milk, single-origin beans, and high-end equipment.
Hidden Gem: Yemù CAFE in Shantou’s Neighborhood Scene
Discover Yemù CAFE, a community-focused spot in Shantou serving single-origin coffees, milk drinks, and homemade desserts with premium Arabica beans.
Hidden Gem Coffee Shop in Pingxiang, Jiangxi
Discover Cafe Ka Se Fei An in Pingxiang, Jiangxi—a local favorite offering a unique night-time coffee experience. Find the address and why it stands out.