The Best Cafes And Coffee Shops In Iquique Chile

South America is famed for its lush, green coffee regions producing some of the world’s best coffee. But far from these beautiful pastures and located deep in the driest place on earth, Iquique provides an eclectic mix of cafes that not only serve fantastic coffee, but in a unique, enjoyable atmosphere as well.

Cafe Carpe Diem

Cafe, Chilean

Do as the same suggests and seize the day at Cafe Carpe Diem with a delicious cup of Chilean coffee and breakfast in the center of town. Located on the bustling little side streets of Iquique, this cafe is also just a short walk to the Torre de Reloj.

Backpacker's Cafe

Bakery, Cafe, Chilean

One of the best budget places to stay in Iquique also features one of the best places to grab a cup of coffee. A tiny little opening next to the hostel’s entrance, it offers great pastries, treats, tarts, and a large cup of frothy coffee. A petite patio allows customers to sit in the sun, or a bar to sit and surf the web on complimentary WiFi.

Hostel El Bajo Cafe

Cafe, Coffee

Look for the green, yellow, and red sign of Marley Cafe at Hostel El Bajo or you might walk past it. Another hostel featuring a great cafe, enjoy a strong, profound -yet smooth- coffee at Hostel El Bajo’s Marley Cafe.

Marley Coffee Firdaus

Bakery, Cafe, Chilean

Some of the most famous, common, and quality cups of coffee available all over Chile come courtesy of Marley Coffee. Marley Coffee Firdaus on the corner of Libertad and Vivar has patios on either side of the corner to enjoy a nice rush of caffeine. If it’s too hot, head inside for a refreshing cold beverage and a sugary treat.

Tayr Coffee Shop

Cafe, Coffee

An urban, trendy take on the new age coffee shop serving healthy food and great coffee while offering refuge for digital nomads making Tayr their office for the day. Grab a wrap or panini and another frothy coffee before getting back to work, but remember to slow down, as many patrons here rarely get things ‘to go’.

Cafeteria y Pasteleria Muselina

Cafe, Chilean

Satisfy that sweet tooth at a cafe offering desserts and treats rivaling high end restaurants, with a range of cheesecakes, fruity pies and lemon tarts. Their coffee is nothing to turn your nose up at either! This cafe remains traditional with its old architecture, checkered table clothes and decor, and the recipes have stood the test of time as well.

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