5 Best Coffee Shops in Downtown, Spokane WA
Updated 11 October 2026 · 8 cafes in Downtown, Spokane WA considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide ranks coffee shops in Downtown Spokane, WA using Google's coffee shop category and weighted ratings. Eight qualifying businesses were considered before the top five were set, so the pool is small and the ranking can change as new reviews arrive. It is useful for anyone looking for a coffee, espresso, tea or a light breakfast near downtown. Each entry shows the listed rating and review count, hours, address and accessibility details, along with themes from reviews. The order reflects the ranking and not a personal visit by our team.
#1
Cedar Coffee
★ 4.8 (397 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Cedar Coffee is a coffee shop rated 4.8 from 397 reviews, at 701 N Monroe St. Listed hours run from 7:30 am on most weekdays, 8:30 am on Saturdays and 8 am on Sundays, with a Monday close at noon. Google lists wheelchair-accessible seating and toilet. Reviewers describe handcrafted drinks, tea, pastries, and an entrance that can be hard to spot at the corner. Several mention a relaxed atmosphere and a barista who was kind, and say the matcha pastry and latte were excellent.
Best for: Relaxed coffee and tea near Monroe Street
- Address
- 701 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–4 pm; Mon 7:30 am–12 pm; Sat 8:30 am–4 pm; Sun 8 am–1 pm; Thu 7:30 am–4 pm; Tue 7:30 am–4 pm; Wed 7:30 am–4 pm
#2
Atticus Coffee & Gifts
★ 4.6 (1,340 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Atticus Coffee & Gifts is rated 4.6 from 1,340 reviews, at 222 N Howard St. Listed hours begin at 7:30 am Monday to Saturday and 9 am on Sundays, closing at 6 pm and 5 pm. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and toilet. Reviewers describe a shop with coffee beans, tea and gift selections, and an iced latte and hazelnut latte that they enjoyed. The place can be busy with visitors, and a few say the pricing was reasonable for the drinks.
Best for: Coffee beans, tea and gifts
- Address
- 222 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–6 pm; Mon 7:30 am–6 pm; Sat 7:30 am–6 pm; Sun 9 am–5 pm; Thu 7:30 am–6 pm; Tue 7:30 am–6 pm; Wed 7:30 am–6 pm
#3
Indaba Coffee
★ 4.6 (661 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Indaba Coffee is a coffee shop rated 4.6 from 661 reviews, at 518 W Riverside Ave, open daily from 7 am to 5 pm. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and toilet. Reviewers mention a hojicha and matcha croissant, espresso drinks, bean sales, and a space with brick walls and high ceilings. Some describe it as a comfortable place to meet friends or work remotely, with lots of seating, while others say the seating could be more comfortable.
Best for: Espresso and a space to meet or work
- Address
- 518 W Riverside Ave, Spokane, WA 99201, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–5 pm
#4
First Avenue Coffee
★ 4.6 (624 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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First Avenue Coffee is a coffee shop rated 4.6 from 624 reviews, at 1011 W 1st Ave Ste A, open daily from 7 am to 4 pm. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and toilet. Reviewers mention a cold brew, an ice nitro salted vanilla latte, an espresso martini, and fresh baked goods that rotate often. Several note many gluten-free and vegan options, a spacious and modern room, and friendly staff, while one said parking is on-street only and service was slow at a busy time.
Best for: Cold brew and rotating baked goods
- Address
- 1011 W 1st Ave Ste A, Spokane, WA 99201, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–4 pm
#5
Brews Bros Coffee Bar
★ 4.5 (573 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Brews Bros Coffee Bar is a coffee shop rated 4.5 from 573 reviews, at 734 W Sprague Ave. Listed hours start at 5:30 am on most weekdays and 6 am on Saturdays, with a Sunday close at 5 pm. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and toilet. Reviewers describe a cozy neighborhood coffeehouse with a wide range of drinks, breakfast sandwiches and a matcha latte, reasonable prices, and a family that returns for years. Several praise staff who take care with drinks.
Best for: Early coffee and breakfast sandwiches
- Address
- 734 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5:30 am–6 pm; Mon 5:30 am–6 pm; Sat 6 am–6 pm; Sun 7 am–5 pm; Thu 5:30 am–6 pm; Tue 5:30 am–6 pm; Wed 5:30 am–6 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 cafes in Downtown, Spokane WA with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “Coffee shop”, ranked by weighted 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
- For an early start, Brews Bros Coffee Bar 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?
Cedar Coffee ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 397 reviews. Atticus Coffee & Gifts is second at 4.6 from 1,340 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Spokane WA are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Atticus Coffee & Gifts, at 6 pm.
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