5 Cafes in Downtown, Huntsville AL for Great Desserts
Updated 11 October 2026 · 10 cafes in Downtown, Huntsville AL considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers cafes and dessert spots in Downtown Huntsville, AL, for people who want something sweet, whether a slice of cake, a coffee or a brunch table. Businesses were included because Google lists great dessert as an attribute, and then ordered by their Google rating, weighted by how many reviews each one has. Ten qualifying businesses were considered. Ratings, price ranges, hours and review excerpts come from Google, so check the hours before you go.
#1
Pofta Buna International Cafe
★ 4.9 (620 Google reviews)Mediterranean restaurant$10–20 per person
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Pofta Buna International Cafe is listed on Google as a Mediterranean restaurant, with a 4.9 rating from 620 reviews and a price range of $10 to $20. It is open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the day and closed Monday, Tuesday and Sunday. Google attributes include great dessert, great coffee, outdoor seating, live music and dine-in or takeaway. Reviewers mention a Dubai chocolate cake they praised, crepes and a herbal hibiscus iced tea.
Best for: Dessert with a Mediterranean lunch
- Address
- 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–6 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–7 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 11 am–7 pm
#2
Angel's Island Coffee
★ 4.8 (801 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Angel's Island Coffee is a coffee shop rated 4.8 from 801 reviews, with a price range of $1 to $10. It opens at 6 am on most weekdays and at 8 am on Saturday, closes at 6 pm, and is closed Sunday. Google lists a drive-through, a great tea selection, breakfast, brunch and lunch, and says it is good for working on a laptop. Reviewers mention an iced blonde americano, the drip coffee and seasonal drinks, and say the drive-through is quick.
Best for: Coffee and a fast drive-through order
- Address
- 7538 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35802, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–6 pm; Mon 6 am–6 pm; Sat 8 am–6 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 6 am–6 pm; Tue 6 am–6 pm; Wed 6 am–6 pm
#3
Loona's Cafe
★ 4.8 (768 Google reviews)Restaurant$20–30 per person
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Loona's Cafe is a restaurant rated 4.8 from 768 reviews, with a price range of $20 to $30. It is open seven days a week, with hours starting at 7 am and closing between 3 pm and 4 pm. Google attributes include outdoor seating, great cocktails, great coffee, great dessert and small plates. Reviewers mention banana bread bites, a chai latte and a cappuccino, and some describe a weekend wait of about 30 minutes for an indoor table, with outdoor seating available sooner.
Best for: Weekend brunch with outdoor seating
- Address
- 20 Town Center Dr NW Ste 1109A, Huntsville, AL 35806, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–4 pm; Mon 7 am–3 pm; Sat 7 am–4 pm; Sun 7 am–4 pm; Thu 7 am–3 pm; Tue 7 am–3 pm; Wed 7 am–3 pm
#4
Mason Dixon Bakery & Bistro
★ 4.7 (936 Google reviews)Bistro$10–20 per person
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Mason Dixon Bakery & Bistro is a bistro rated 4.7 from 936 reviews, priced between $10 and $20. It is open Tuesday through Saturday from 7 am to 4 pm and closed Monday and Sunday. Google attributes include great dessert, great coffee, a private dining room and healthy options. Reviewers praise the gluten-free food and bread and call the staff friendly. One reviewer said a burger came out overcooked and that orders are placed at the counter.
Best for: Gluten-free breakfast, lunch or dessert
- Address
- 415 Church St NW, Huntsville, AL 35801, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–4 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 7 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–4 pm; Tue 7 am–4 pm; Wed 7 am–4 pm
#5
Revivalist
★ 4.6 (894 Google reviews)Restaurant
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Revivalist is a restaurant rated 4.6 from 894 reviews, with no price range listed. It is open every day, from about 6:30 or 7 am until 10 pm. Google attributes include outdoor seating, breakfast, lunch and dinner, fast service, and a great beer, cocktail, wine and dessert selection. Reviewers mention hush puppies, fried green tomatoes topped with pimento cheese, a short rib entree and steak frites, and enjoy the patio for evening meals. One reviewer said a steak came out rarer than ordered.
Best for: Dinner on the patio with wine or cocktails
- Address
- 106 Jefferson St S, Huntsville, AL 35801, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6:30 am–10 pm; Mon 6:30 am–10 pm; Sat 7 am–10 pm; Sun 7 am–10 pm; Thu 6:30 am–10 pm; Tue 6:30 am–10 pm; Wed 6:30 am–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 10 cafes in Downtown, Huntsville AL with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Great dessert”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Pofta Buna International Cafe, Loona's Cafe and Revivalist take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Angel's Island Coffee opens at 6 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Pofta Buna International Cafe ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 620 reviews. Angel's Island Coffee is second at 4.8 from 801 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Huntsville AL are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Revivalist, at 10 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Pofta Buna International Cafe $10–20; Angel's Island Coffee $1–10; Loona's Cafe $20–30; Mason Dixon Bakery & Bistro $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Pofta Buna International Cafe, Angel's Island Coffee, Loona's Cafe, Mason Dixon Bakery & Bistro and Revivalist.
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