Ohio is home to some of the best coffee you’ll ever have the pleasure of sipping. From specialty house blends to frothy lattes and pour-overs, there’s something for every coffee connoisseur. The following are 13 of the best coffee shops in Ohio, listed in no particular order:

1. Mission Coffee Co. (Columbus)
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Mission Coffee Co./Facebook
Located in the Short North district of Columbus, there's "coffee for the people, one cup at a time." In addition to several speciality prepared types of espresso, Mission Coffee Co. features a Mission Cold Brew cart in the warmer months (pictured.) Mission Coffee Co. is located at 1051 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43201. Come see why they're one of the best coffee shops in Ohio! To learn more, check out Mission Coffee Co.'s website.
2. Generations Coffee House (Columbiana)
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Generations Coffee House/Facebook
Generations Coffee House serves a seasonally rotating selection of single-origin coffees from roasters in Brooklyn, NY, San Francisco, CA and Pittsburgh, PA. It is located at 31 S. Main St., Columbiana, OH 44408. Visit Generations Coffee House's website to learn more.
3. Donkey Coffee and Espresso (Athens)
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At Donkey Coffee and Espresso, you can take up a seat on a comfy couch and make yourself at home. In addition to serving up Athens' best coffee and espresso, the coffee shop showcases local artwork and regularly features local artists on its back room stage. (I personally recommend a chai tea latte and a spoken word night here.) Donkey Coffee and Espresso is located at 17 1/2 W. Washington St., Athens, OH 45701. Visit Donkey Coffee and Espresso's website to learn more.
4. Plate 21 (Toledo)
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PLATE 21/Facebook
Plate 21 features several specialty espresso drinks, fair trade organic coffee, fair trade organic whole leaf teas and more. It is located at 3664 Rugby Dr., Toledo, OH 43614. To learn more, visit Plate 21's website.
5. Pour Cleveland
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Pour Cleveland/Facebook
Within the heart of downtown Cleveland, you'll find the city's first international multi-roaster coffee bar. Pour Cleveland is located at 530 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115. For more information, visit Pour Cleveland's website.
6. Mr. Smith's Coffee House (Sandusky)
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Mr. Smith's Coffee House/Facebook
This locally owned and operated coffee house features breakfast and lunch options in addition to their exceptional coffee. Mr Smith's Coffee House is located at 140 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870. Check out the website for Mr. Smith's Coffee House to learn more.
7. Rost Coffee (Columbus)
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Based out of Columbus, these specialty coffee roasters view coffee as "a vehicle that connects all walks of life." Rost Coffee features wholesale "direct trade" coffee for local coffee shops, cafe's, restaurants etc.
8. Press Coffee Bar (Dayton)
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This full espresso bar features manually brewed coffee, tea and pastries. Press Coffee Bar is located at 257 Wayne Ave. Dayton, OH 45402. Visit Press Coffee Bar's website to learn more.
9. Schlegel's Coffee (Chillicothe)
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What was once a movie theater in the late 1800s and a jewelry business in the 60s is now one of the best coffee shops in Ohio. In addition to several speciality espresso drinks and teas, Schlegel's serves up an iconic "Chilli-coffee" blend. Schlegel's Coffee is located at 80 N Paint St., Chillicothe, OH 4560. To learn more, visit the website for Schlegel's Coffee.
10. Deeper Roots Coffee (Cincinnati)
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Deeper Roots Coffee Oakley /Facebook
With two locations in the Cincinnati area, Deeper Roots Coffee features a full espresso bar, signature drinks and an assortment of teas. Deeper Roots Coffee Oakley is located at 3056 Madison Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45209. You can also visit them at 1814 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Check out the website for Deeper Roots Coffee to learn more.
11. Coffee @ The Lofts (Portsmouth)
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Coffee at The Lofts/Facebook
In addition to exceptional coffee and hospitality, Coffee @ The Lofts features a wine bar. It is located at 842 Gallia St., Portsmouth, OH 45662. Check out the website for Lofts Coffee Company to learn more.
12. Coffee Amici (Findlay)
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This fine arts coffee house in downtown Findlay frequently showcases local musicians and artists. Coffee Amici is located at 328 S. Main St., Findlay, OH 45840. Visit Coffee Amici's website to learn more.
13. The Roosevelt Coffeehouse (Columbus)
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At the Roosevelt Coffeehouse, you purchase your coffee for a cause. The Roosevelt Coffeehouse was "built to fight the worldwide and local injustices of hunger, unclean water, sex trafficking and slavery." It is located at 300 E Long St., Columbus, OH 43215. Check out The Roosevelt Coffeehouse's website to learn more.

Have you been to any of the best coffee shops in Ohio? Which one is your favorite? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below! And if we happened to miss one of the best coffee shops in Ohio, nominate it for a chance to be featured in a future article.

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For some gigantic cinnamon rolls, head over to Miller's Bakery. This wonderful destination, located in Millersburg, is one of the best bakeries in Ohio! These decadent treats will make your mouth water uncontrollably. They’re so delicious, you'll want to take home a few of them to munch on later. If you loved this place, you should also stop by Dough Mama Cafe & Bakery in Columbus. This cozy and welcoming bake shop sells everything your heart desires: savory pies, flaky pastries, and hot coffee. What more could you ask for?

What are the best breakfast spots in Ohio?

Schmucker's Restaurant, located in Toledo, is one of the best breakfast spots in Ohio. This delightful eatery has served hearty meals since 1948, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Indulge in perfectly cooked eggs, fluffy pancakes, and crispy bacon. If you come by during the afternoon, you’ll also be greeted by an impressive selection of home-baked pies. Busy Bee Restaurant, located in Marietta, is another great place to get breakfast in Ohio. Their buttery biscuit sandwiches will totally dazzle you.

What are the best tea houses in Ohio?

Not a coffee lover? Not to worry - there are tons of fantastic tea rooms in Ohio. Remember When Tea Room, located in Waynesville, is a gorgeous place that will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time to the Victorian era. Make a reservation and enjoy a two-hour high tea complete with sandwiches, pastries, and delicious beverages. The Swan House Tea Room, located in Findlay, is another great place to visit if you love tea. Make a reservation and enjoy all of the culinary delights they offer!

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