The cafe culture in Davao City will not let you down regardless of your level of coffee expertise or preference for comfortable gathering places. Every cafe has its own distinct personality and charm, ranging from artisan coffee roasters to cozy establishments offering mouthwatering pastries. Here are a few of the greatest cafes in Davao City where you can unwind and have a drink, and take in the laid back atmosphere of the city.
Kafih
Kafih is a cafe in Davao City that markets itself as halal friendly. Their coffee and many of their menu items aim to comply with halal dietary standards. They also offer a fairly wide drink menu and some of their favorites include the Seasalt Latte, Spanish Latte, Dark Mocha, Caramel Latte, and Vietnamese Salted Coffee.
How To Get There?
Location: Door 21 Medical School Dr, Poblacion District, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Mindanao, Philippines
- By Car: From downtown or Poblacion area, drive toward Medical School Drive where the Davao Medical School Foundation Hospital is located. Depending on traffic, the drive should take about 10 to 20 minutes. Parking is likely available around hospital premises or nearby lots.
- By Commute: Ride a jeepney or a multicab that serves routes bound for Bajada or Poblacion that pass by Medical School Dr. Alight at a landmark such as the Davao Medical School Foundation Hospital. From there, Door 21 should be within walking distance. If the exact drop off isn’t available, you may take a short tricycle ride from the nearest jeepney stop.
Fourth Street Cafe
Fourth Street Cafe which is located on Narra Street, Poblacion District, Davao City is praised for its cozy minimalist interior and eclectic drink menu that spans classics like white, black, mocha, and affogato as well as creative blends such as “Summer,” “0104,” and “Red Eye.” Beloved by locals, their Caramel Latte and Affogato are frequently mentioned in reviews and coffee lover forums as must tries.
How To Get There?
Location: Fourth Street Cafe, Barangay Narra St, Poblacion District, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Mindanao, Philippines
- By Car: From wherever you are in Davao City, head toward the Poblacion or Barangay Narra area. Navigate using navigation apps like Waze or Google Maps pointing to Fourth Street Cafe to pinpoint the exact location of the cafe.
- By Commute: From Davao City, hop on a jeepney or multicab that goes to Poblacion or the city center. Ask the driver to drop you off at Narra Street in Poblacion, then walk toward the cafe location.
Headspace Coffee
Headspace Coffee calls itself Davao’s first club membership café offering a mix of comfort drinks and specialty coffee to suit different tastes. They’re open long hours from early morning until midnight which makes it great for late night coffee runs.
How To Get There?
Location: Unit B, G/Flr., B&E Bldg, 243 J. Dela Cruz St, Poblacion District, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Mindanao, Philippines
- By Car: From anywhere in Davao City, head toward the Poblacion or downtown area and find your way to J. Dela Cruz Street. Use main roads like J.P. Laurel Avenue or Andres Bonifacio to navigate toward Poblacion, then turn into J. Dela Cruz. The B&E Building should be along that street beside Dox Hub KTV.
- By Commute: Take a jeepney, multicab, or any public transport bound for Poblacion or downtown Davao. Ask to be dropped off on J. Dela Cruz Street near Dox Hub or B&E Building. From the drop off point, Headspace Coffee is within walking distance in the B&E Building.
AtCurbside
AtCurbside is a cafe in Davao City that operates daily from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sundays. It’s known as a mobile or pop-up style coffee shop. Their Spanish Cold Brew is a standout drink and strongly recommended by patrons for its flavor.
How To Get There?
Location: Paseo Uno Bldg, Ruby St, Poblacion District, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Mindanao, Philippines
- By Car: Drive toward the Poblacion or Marfori Heights area, then turn onto Ruby Street. Look for the Paseo Uno Building along Ruby St. AtCurbside is located inside that building. The drive time will depend on traffic but from many parts of Davao City it should take about 10 to 20 minutes.
- By Commute: Take a jeepney or a multicab that has a route toward Marfori Heights or Poblacion and ask to be dropped off along Ruby Street near Paseo Uno Building. From the drop off, walk toward the Ruby St. side of Paseo Uno. You should find AtCurbside inside or adjacent to that building.
Habitat Coffee – Tionko Branch
Habitat Coffee’s Tionko branch is known for its specialty coffee offerings such as their Spanish Latte which blends espresso, milk, and condensed milk.They’ve also recently introduced new food and drink options to their menu to appeal to a wider crowd.
How To Get There?
Location: 740 Tionko Ave, Poblacion District, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Mindanao, Philippines
- By Car: From anywhere in Davao City, head toward Tionko Avenue in the Poblacion or downtown area. Use major roads like J.P. Laurel Avenue, Claveria Street, or Quirino Avenue and turn toward Tionko Ave. The cafe is located along Tionko so simply follow any navigation apps like Google Maps or Waze to “Habitat Coffee Tionko.”
- By Commute: Take a jeepney or a multicab that has a route passing through Poblacion or the city center and ask the driver to drop you off near Tionko Avenue. From the drop off, walk along Tionko until you reach address number 740 and look for the cafe signage. The walk should be easy since Tionko is a main street in that area.
