Cafes in Delft

The most celebrated specialty coffee bar in Delft and consistently described as the best coffee in the city. LOT occupies a minimalist interior on the Voldersgracht with lo-fi music, a striking pink Victoria Arduino coffee machine as the centrepiece and beans from 3FE Dublin alongside rotating guest roasters. Beyond the standard espresso menu, LOT offers flash brew and cold batch options. The chocolate cookies with sea salt have their own devoted following. The cappuccino is consistently rated exceptional: smooth, bold and well-extracted. Gets busy on Saturdays; weekday mornings are more relaxed. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

A hidden gem in the heart of Delft offering an extraordinary combination of specialty coffee, an exceptionally curated tea selection and artisanal chocolates. Neef Rob was named the best coffee shop in Delft and the surrounding area and still holds that reputation for those who know the city’s coffee scene well. Plush furnishings, a warm and intimate atmosphere and genuinely knowledgeable staff make it the finest tea destination in Delft and one of the best coffee bars. Particularly beloved by expats who discover it quickly and tell others. A good first stop for anyone who takes tea seriously.

A warm and consistently popular cafe on the Burgwal founded by three coffee-loving friends, serving LOT61 beans alongside a genuinely good food menu. The shakshuka, banana bread, cheesecake with kunafa and pistachio, and focaccia with dips all earn regular praise. Various seating options including benches, chairs and reading corners. Strong wifi and a welcoming approach to laptop users make it one of the most reliable work-from-cafe choices in Delft. A swap library is a nice community touch. Open every day 09:00 to 17:00.

A neighbourhood specialty cafe serving Miss Morrison coffee from a local Delft roastery, giving it an authentically local character that the better-known cafes cannot quite match. A good balance between coffee quality and neighbourhood warmth. Worth knowing about for those who live or work in the streets around the Peperstraat and want a reliable local specialty coffee option rather than making the walk to the Voldersgracht or Burgwal. A genuine local discovery.

One of the most beloved cafes in Delft with a devoted local following. Famous for apple pie that locals claim rivals the legendary Winkel 43 in Amsterdam, alongside exceptional brunch dishes: the sweet potato cheddar waffles and the beautiful plating of every dish earn consistent praise. Good coffee with well-executed latte art. The outdoor seating on the Voldersgracht comes into its own from mid-March through September. Note that Kek is a no-laptop zone between 11:00 and 15:00 at peak hours, which keeps the weekend brunch atmosphere social and unhurried rather than a co-working session.

A French bakery cafe in central Delft bringing genuinely Parisian quality to its croissants, brioche and fresh bread. The croissants in particular earn strong praise from Delft’s French-speaking community for their authenticity. Ideal for breakfast and morning coffee as well as a glass of wine in the early evening. The quirky character of the space, including resident parrots, gives it a distinctive personality entirely its own. The best place in Delft for a French breakfast experience without travelling to The Hague.

A healthy breakfast and lunch cafe with good coffee that has built a loyal local following for its approach to well-prepared, nutritious food alongside quality espresso. Popular with health-conscious expats and locals who want a proper breakfast or lunch rather than just a pastry. The clean and fresh food philosophy makes it stand out in a city where traditional Dutch cafe menus dominate. A reliable choice for those who find the Kek weekend queues too long or who prefer lighter food.

A cafe on the Beestenmarkt combining good coffee with the most enjoyable outdoor terrace setting in Delft. The Beestenmarkt is the most beautiful and lively square in the city and Cafe de Vlaminck anchors one end of it. Ideal for a morning coffee before exploring the historic centre or a long afternoon watching life on the square. The terrace setting on a sunny day is one of the genuinely pleasurable experiences available in Delft without spending a lot.

A specialty coffee cafe with a distinctive artisanal chocolate focus alongside its espresso programme. The combination of well-crafted coffee and genuinely good chocolate makes it worth knowing about for those who want something beyond a standard cafe stop. Good wifi and a welcoming approach to laptop users. A practical and enjoyable work-from-cafe choice for those who want a slightly less busy alternative to Cortado on a weekday morning.

A cosy cafe inside The Prinsenkwartier, a dynamic creative centre where art, technology and music meet in a former convent building in central Delft. Barbaar offers a calm and creative working environment with free wifi, a mix of seating styles and board games for a break from the screen. Open Tuesday to Wednesday 11:00 to 17:00, Thursday to Sunday 10:30 to 19:00. The Prinsenkwartier setting gives it a genuine atmosphere of creative community that office co-working spaces cannot replicate. A good afternoon discovery for any day in Delft.

A cafe located directly beneath the historic Nieuwe Kerk on the Markt, giving it the most striking setting of any cafe in Delft. The church tower looms above and the Markt square spreads out around you. Recommended by regulars for the Brouwers coffee in particular. Friendly staff and the extraordinary historic setting make it a natural stop for anyone visiting the Markt area. Best enjoyed on a morning when the square is quiet and the tower can be appreciated without the tourist crowds of the afternoon.

More pottery studio than pure cafe, but the cafe space within this working Delft Blue pottery studio is one of the most distinctive cafe experiences in the city. You can watch potters hand-painting the blue and white pieces Delft is famous for, browse and purchase authentic Royal Delft Blue work directly from the artists, and enjoy coffee in an authentic working studio environment. A genuinely unique combination that no other cafe in Delft or the Netherlands can offer. Essential for anyone with an interest in the craft that made Delft famous worldwide.

A clean, modern and spacious cafe near Delft Centraal station with a practical appeal for commuters and remote workers who need to be close to the train. Good wifi, fresh pastries and a relaxed working atmosphere. The station proximity makes it the most convenient cafe for expats who commute to The Hague or Rotterdam and want a good coffee before or after the train. Part of a small Dutch cafe chain so consistent and reliable rather than distinctive.

Listed in the restaurants guide for its full dining offer but worth including here for its exceptional canal-side terrace on a pontoon moored on the Oude Delft. One of the finest settings for a morning coffee or afternoon tea in the Netherlands, with views across the canal to the City Hall and the Nieuwe Kerk spire. The apple pie is as good as any in Delft. A natural stop on any morning walk through the historic centre and a reliable choice for visitors who want the quintessential Delft cafe setting.