★★★★★
A quaint spot in the Old Northeast — friendly staff and great-tasting coffee.
Google Review
Free Wi-Fi
Dine-In
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
St. Petersburg, FL
Downtown North
Specialty coffee, locally roasted, in downtown St. Petersburg. Open every day at 6 AM.
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A couple of blocks from the Vinoy Hotel and the waterfront.
A couple of blocks from the Vinoy Hotel and the downtown waterfront parks, this cafe serves the full Kahwa menu with indoor and outdoor seating — a favorite first stop on the way to the pier. Beans roasted locally in St. Petersburg. Espresso pulled smooth, every time.
Best For
Pre-park walks & weekend coffee runs
Parking
Street parking nearby
Hours & Location
Open 6 AM on weekdays.
Open daily, with weekend hours starting at 7 AM.
- Monday6:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Friday — Today6:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Sunday7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
What regulars order at Downtown North.
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 perfect breakfast stop on the walk to the park and pier.
Google Review★★★★★
Nice calm spot; the baked goods are great and the nitro was delicious.
Google Review
Frequently Asked
Answers to the questions people ask before visiting.
Is there a good local coffee shop near me in downtown St. Petersburg?
Yes. Kahwa Coffee at 475 2nd St N in St. Petersburg, FL serves specialty coffee, espresso, cold brew, and fresh pastries with indoor and outdoor seating, open from 6 AM on weekdays and 7 AM on weekends.
Does Kahwa Coffee Downtown North have free Wi-Fi?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available for all customers. The Downtown North location has indoor and outdoor seating suitable for working or meetings.
What time does Kahwa Coffee Downtown North open?
Kahwa Coffee at 475 2nd St N opens at 6:00 AM on weekdays and 7 AM on weekends.
Where is the closest local coffee roaster in St. Petersburg, FL?
Kahwa Coffee roasts its beans locally in Tampa Bay. The Downtown North cafe at 475 2nd St N serves coffee from those beans and is one of more than 20 Kahwa cafes across Florida and Texas.
Does Kahwa Coffee Downtown North 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 Downtown North 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 St. Petersburg, FL?
Kahwa Coffee is consistently rated among the top specialty coffee shops in St. Petersburg. The Downtown North 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 Downtown North.