★★★★★
A very nice, cozy place — delicious coffee and friendly, attentive service.
Google Review
Free Wi-Fi
Dine-In
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Sarasota, FL
Sarasota Downtown
Specialty coffee, locally roasted, in downtown Sarasota. Open every day at 7:30 AM.
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Downtown Sarasota’s specialty coffee stop, a block from Main Street.
A block from Main Street in the heart of downtown Sarasota, this cafe pairs the full Kahwa menu with indoor and outdoor seating — a comfortable spot to work, meet, or linger over coffee. Beans roasted in Tampa Bay. Espresso pulled smooth, every time.
Best For
Working sessions, meetings & downtown strolls
Parking
Street and nearby public parking
Hours & Location
Open 7:30 AM on weekdays.
Open daily, with weekend hours starting at 8 AM.
- Monday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday — Today7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
What regulars order at Sarasota Downtown.
A look at the drinks and pastries that make this location's reputation. Full menu inside the cafe and on the app.
What customers are saying.
★★★★★
The dark roast drip is excellent, and they warm up the madeleines.
Google Review★★★★★
Nice interior space — get some work done, or just enjoy your coffee.
Google Review
Frequently Asked
Answers to the questions people ask before visiting.
Is there a good local coffee shop near me in downtown Sarasota?
Yes. Kahwa Coffee at 1487 2nd St in Sarasota, FL serves specialty coffee, espresso, cold brew, and fresh pastries with indoor and outdoor seating, open from 7:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM on weekends.
Does Kahwa Coffee Sarasota Downtown have free Wi-Fi?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available for all customers. The Sarasota Downtown location has indoor and outdoor seating suitable for working or meetings.
What time does Kahwa Coffee Sarasota Downtown open?
Kahwa Coffee at 1487 2nd St opens at 7:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM on weekends.
Where is the closest local coffee roaster in Sarasota, FL?
Kahwa Coffee roasts its beans locally in Tampa Bay. The Sarasota Downtown cafe at 1487 2nd St serves coffee from those beans and is one of more than 20 Kahwa cafes across Florida and Texas.
Does Kahwa Coffee Sarasota Downtown serve food?
Yes. The cafe serves fresh-baked croissants, muffins, egg bites, breakfast sandwiches, and pastries alongside the full coffee and espresso menu.
Is Kahwa Coffee Sarasota Downtown good for iced coffee or cold brew?
Yes. Cold brew is brewed daily on-site. The location also serves iced lattes, iced Americano, and nitro cold brew.
What is the best espresso shop in Sarasota, FL?
Kahwa Coffee is consistently rated among the top specialty coffee shops in Sarasota. The Sarasota Downtown location is praised for smooth espresso pulled from beans roasted locally by Kahwa.
Does Kahwa have a rewards program?
Yes. The Kahwa rewards program is available through the Kahwa mobile app and earns points on every purchase, redeemable for free coffee, cold brew, and pastries at any Kahwa location, including Sarasota Downtown.