★★★★★
Cute spot in downtown Jax with great coffee and friendly staff. The latte was perfect and the breakfast bagel hit the spot. Will definitely be back.
Coffee Shops · Downtown · Jacksonville
Urban Grind
Coffee Company
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The place
Urban Grind Coffee Company is a locally owned coffee shop at 45 W Bay St in Downtown Jacksonville, Florida. The quaint cafe features exposed brick walls and a rustic interior, serving locally roasted coffee, espresso drinks, sandwiches, breakfast items, and smoothies. It holds a 4.6-star rating on Google with nearly 500 reviews and sits within walking distance of the Jacksonville Landing area, the Main Street Bridge, and the Northbank Riverwalk. The cafe is budget-friendly ($), offers free Wi-Fi, and is a popular weekday stop for downtown office and remote workers, with weekend hours for visitors exploring the Riverwalk. Takeout is available, and seating includes both indoor cafe tables and limited sidewalk seating along West Bay Street.
Tucked into a historic brick storefront on West Bay Street, Urban Grind Coffee Company is one of Downtown Jacksonville's most reliable independent coffee shops. The exposed-brick walls, warm wood accents, and rotating local art give it a neighborhood feel that contrasts the high-rises just outside — and it's an easy walk from the Northbank Riverwalk, the courthouse district, and the Main Street Bridge.
The menu leans on locally roasted coffee pulled as espresso drinks, drip, cold brew, and seasonal lattes, plus a tight food program of breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches, wraps, bagels, pastries, and fruit smoothies. Regulars order the breakfast bagel sandwich, a vanilla or caramel latte, and the turkey-and-avocado sandwich for an in-and-out lunch.
Walk-ins are the norm — no reservations needed. Street parking is metered along Bay Street, and the Water Street and Hogan Street garages are a short walk away. The shop offers takeout and mobile-friendly ordering, free Wi-Fi makes it work-friendly, and well-behaved dogs are welcome at the outdoor sidewalk seats (indoor seating is reserved for service animals).
Locally roasted coffee and espresso
Historic brick-walled downtown cafe
Free Wi-Fi — laptop and remote-work friendly
Breakfast sandwiches and lunch sandwiches
What to expect
A small, brick-walled downtown cafe with a relaxed, workspace-friendly vibe. Expect locally roasted espresso, a short but solid breakfast and sandwich menu, fast service, and a mix of office workers, courthouse staff, and remote workers at the tables.
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The shop, in frames
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Hidden gem on Bay Street. Locally roasted coffee, fast service, and a really nice space to get an hour of work done. Wi-Fi is solid.
★★★★★
Best coffee shop downtown. The cold brew is smooth and the turkey avocado sandwich is huge for the price. The brick walls and vibe make it feel like a true neighborhood cafe.
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Frequently asked
Does Urban Grind Coffee Company take reservations?
No — Urban Grind is a walk-in coffee shop. No reservations are needed or accepted; seating is first-come, first-served.
Is Urban Grind Coffee Company dog friendly?
Well-behaved dogs are generally welcome at the outdoor sidewalk seating along West Bay Street. Indoor seating is reserved for service animals.
Where do I park near Urban Grind Coffee Company?
Metered street parking is available along West Bay Street and surrounding downtown blocks. The Water Street and Hogan Street parking garages are both a short walk away.
What are the most popular items at Urban Grind Coffee Company?
Regulars order the vanilla or caramel latte, the cold brew, the breakfast bagel sandwich, and the turkey-and-avocado sandwich for lunch.
What are Urban Grind Coffee Company's hours?
Open Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hours can vary on holidays — call (904) 516-7799 to confirm.
Does Urban Grind Coffee Company offer takeout or delivery?
Yes — takeout is available for the full menu. Order in person or call ahead at (904) 516-7799; delivery is available through third-party apps when listed.
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From Instagram
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