1.Lviv Kopalnia of Coffee – a Lviv coffee mine, located in a historic building – the Lubomyrskyi Palace. The thematic institution of the FEST network offers not only a cup of aromatic coffee, but also a look into its cellars, where, according to legend, real Lviv coffee is obtained. Visitors in helmets and with flashlights can go downstairs and see the process of making coffee in Lviv. The café sells a variety of coffee beans that you can grind on the spot.
Address: Rynok Square, 10
Contacts: +38(067)670-61-06
Work hours: Mon-Sun from 8:00 to 20:00.
Average check: 100-200 UAH per person.
2.Virmenka – an iconic Lviv coffee house, opened since 1979. Within the framework of the “Lviv Coffee Festival” it was named the best one in 2016-2018. The institution has preserved authentic masonry, ceilings and a fragment of a stone portal of the 16th-17th centuries. On the walls you will see photographs with celebrities who visited the cafe. Coffee is brewed here in an oriental way using the latest technologies. Coffee is served with pastries, cheese cakes, own-made liqueurs, as well as original liqueurs.
Address: Virmenska St, 19
Contacts: +38(067)278-16-08
Work hours: Mon-Sun from 9:00 to 23:00.
Average check: 100-200 UAH per person.
3.Lviv Chocolate Workshop – a network of popular chocolate shops, where you can taste real handmade local chocolate. The menu also includes hot chocolate, coffee drinks and various desserts. The territory hosts excursions, master classes for children and adults, and has its own chocolate shop. On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 14:00 and until 14:15 sharp, you can buy chocolate at discounted prices.
Address: Serbs’ka St, 3
Contacts: +38(050)430-60-33
Work hours: Mon-Sun from 10:00 to 21:00.
Average check: 100-200 UAH per person.
4.Na Bambetli – a cozy coffee shop, located in one of the courtyards in the very center of Old Lviv. It is famous for its atmosphere and delicious coffee, which is brewed here on the sand. The menu also includes teas, sweets, sandwiches, cocktails and mulled wine. The specialty of the cafe is comfortable window sills for sitting, where local youth like to relax. The establishment is non-smoking. The place is suitable for both couples and companies.
Address: Rynok Square, 29
Contacts: +38(032)235-45-44
Work hours: Mon-Sun from 10:00 to 22:00.
Average check: 100-200 UAH per person.
5.Lviv Coffee Manufactory – a café of a well-known chain, which offers more than 40 selected types of coffee. Here you can not only taste, but also buy whole beans or freshly ground coffee. The zest of the establishments is the preparation of coffee in “pourover”, “dzhezva”, “cemex” and “aeropress” ways. For dessert, they offer their own bakery – cakes, muffins and pastries.
Address: Svobody Ave, 22
Contacts: +38(068)916-85-89
Working hours: Mon-Sun from 9:00 to 22:00.
Average check: 100-200 UAH per person.
6.The Vienna Coffee House – an old café, whose history dates back to 1829. The building with a gallery and a terrace was originally built as a Viennese-style coffee house. The interior of the coffee hall is decorated in a classic style with Austrian charm. Remember to order Viennese coffee and signature strudel. You can also have breakfast here or come to a business lunch. The institution is quite popular among Lviv citizens and tourists.
Address: Svobody Ave, 12
Contacts: +38(032)235-87-21
Work hours: Mon-Sun from 9:00 to 22:00.
Average check: 100-300 UAH per person.
7.Grand Cafe Leopolis – another FEST establishment, located in the town hall building. The walls of the cafe are decorated with 700 photographs depicting events from the life of the city. The main dish is Leopolis’s signature cake, which is prepared according to a special recipe. In addition, guests are offered French desserts, drinks, salads and snacks. There is a wine list too.
Address: Rynok Square, 1
Contacts: +38(097)997-55-65
Work hours: Mon-Sun from 10:00 to 22:00.
Average check: 200-300 UAH per person.
8.Veronika – a confectionery-restaurant of the Veronika Family chain. Comfortable atmosphere, delicious food and originality of dishes are the highlights of the establishment. It offers fish, meat, dessert and vegetarian menus. Along with traditional dishes, there are French delicacies, oysters and marbled meats. The wine list is presented from the best wines of Ukraine, France and Italy. Inside, there is a pastry shop where you can buy various homemade sweets.
Address: Shevchenko Ave, 21
Contacts: +38(032)298-60-28
Work hours: Mon-Sun from 9:00 to 22:00.
Average check: 200-300 UAH per person.
9.Tsukernia – a cafe-confectionery in the Lviv downtown. The homely atmosphere and delicious pastries made it not only popular, but also a must-see place. In addition to aromatic coffee with desserts, you can have breakfast here with spring rolls or toast with salmon. Each guest can buy pastries and cakes with them, the choice of which is simply huge.
Address: Staroevreyska St, 3
Contacts: +38(032)235-69-49
Work hours: Mon-Sun from 9:00 to 22:00.
Average check: 100-200 UAH per person.
10.Glory cafe is a cozy place, where you can have good coffee and delicious food. In 2014, the institution became the winner in the category “Best Lviv Coffee House”, and in 2015 – the nominee for the National Restaurant Award “SALT”. A pleasant atmosphere, interior, many separated areas and a large terrace made the institution one of the favorite places among the locals. The menu includes hot dishes, sweets, cocktails and spirits. There is a hookah card too.
Address: Mitskevych Square, 1
Contacts: +38(032)297-02-97
Work hours: Mon-Sun from 9:00 to 23:00.
Average check: 200-300 UAH per person.