Johanna Ella May ErrobaCebu’s café culture has grown tremendously over the years. What used to be a handful of quiet study cafés and dessert stops is now a full-blown scene of brunch spots, speciality coffee roasters, and aesthetic hideouts tucked all over the city. Whether you’re here to work, catch up with friends, or just indulge in a slice of cake, you’ll be spoiled for choice.
Here’s our 2025 list of the best cafés in Cebu worth checking out.
1. Good Cup Coffee Co.
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Known for their quality beans and minimalist vibe, Good Cup Coffee Co. has become a go-to for coffee lovers. It’s a great place to start your day or pick up freshly roasted beans.
Address: F. Ramos St, Cebu City
Opening hours: Daily, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Must-try: Hand-brewed coffee and their curated bean selection for take-home.
2. Abaca Baking Company
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A Cebu original, Abaca Baking Company has been serving handcrafted pastries, breads, and all-day breakfasts since 2011. With multiple branches across the city, it’s a reliable stop no matter where you are.
Branches: Crossroads Mall, Ayala Terraces, IT Park, Paseo Arcenas, Robinsons Cybergate
Opening hours: Typically 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (varies by branch)
Must-try: Croissants, breakfast platters, and their famous bakery sale.
3. Yolk Coffee and Breakfast
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A longtime Cebu favorite, Yolk is perfect for those who think breakfast is the best meal of the day. It’s a cozy, intimate spot for eggs, coffee, and good conversations.
Address: Tan Kim Building, 80 Tres Borces Padres St, Cebu City
Opening hours: Morning to evening (check local branch timings)
Must-try: Their “Eat All Yolk Can” all-day breakfast menu.
4. 10 Dove Street Café
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If you’re after something elegant with a cozy, pastel-toned atmosphere, 10 Dove Street Café delivers. Originally known for its desserts, it’s now a full café where you can linger over a relaxing afternoon.
Address: Oakridge Business Park, Banilad, Mandaue City
Opening hours: Around 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Must-try: Cupcakes, cheesecakes, and afternoon tea-style snacks.
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5. Birdseed Breakfast Club
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Birdseed combines a laid-back vibe with a brunch menu that’s both hearty and creative. It’s perfect for weekend mornings or an indulgent mid-day meal.
Address: Axis Entertainment Avenue, Escario St, Cebu City
Opening hours: ~7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Must-try: Truffle scrambled eggs and smoothie bowls.
6. Flinders Lane Café
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If you’re looking for an aesthetic café to relax in, Flinders Lane offers stylish interiors paired with cakes, coffee, and light meals. It’s one of the newer crowd favourites.
Address: Banilad, Cebu City
Opening hours: ~9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Must-try: Their decadent desserts and speciality coffee.
7. Zero-X Café
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Zero-X Café is a more offbeat option that mixes artsy interiors with a small but interesting coffee menu. It’s not as mainstream as the others, but that’s part of its charm.
Address: V. Rama Ave, Cebu City
Opening hours: Afternoon to evening (varies; check Facebook for updates)
Must-try: Seasonal drinks and their café art displays.
From hillside cafés with a view to minimalist speciality coffee shops, Cebu’s café scene in 2025 has something for everyone. Whether you’re hopping from one brunch spot to another, looking for a reliable study nook, or chasing the next Instagram-worthy dessert, you’ll never run out of places to try.
So go on, plan a café crawl — Cebu is ready to keep your days caffeinated and sweet.
