A trip to Spain, and Santander in particular, is not complete without drinking copious amounts of coffee and spending your days socialising in cafes. There are so many great places to try, and this post breaks down a few of my favourite coffee shops in Santander, with all their key information. I’ve even included a handy interactive map at the end of this post, so finding these cafes couldn’t be easier.

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The Best Coffee Shops in Santander

Gallofa & Co

Gallofa & Co is a Cantabrian franchise and with around 10 in Santander itself, it’s clearly a very popular spot. Along with great quality coffee, you can pick up some yummy pastries, cakes, and sandwiches. Gallofa & Co have some fantastic breakfast options too- try their pancakes, topped toasts or the traditional Spanish omelette. If you’re in a rush, they do takeaway as well!

A close up of a coffee cup from Galoffa&Co with a man drinking in the background

Opening Hours: Daily 8:30am-11pm (12am on Fri and Sat)

Address: Calle Hernán Cortés, 7, 39003 Santander, Cantabria, Spain

Website (Spanish): http://www.gallofa.com/

Primos de Origen

This quaint little spot is perfect for a cosy cup of coffee. These guys are passionate about their coffee and it shows. The interior of the cafe is old-fashioned and very inviting. I found myself nestled in a corner in a comfy armchair and I could have stayed there for hours. They also have a great healthy lunch menu if you fancy something to eat.

A picture of a coffee cup in Los Primos de Origen, one of the best coffee shops in Santander, with a laptop visible at the side

Opening Hours: Wed-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12:30pm-9pm. Closed Tues

Address: Calle Daoiz y Velarde, 23, 39003 Santander


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Santa & Co

A quesadilla and some potatoes at Santa&Co with the bar in the background

As the name suggests, this is the best healthy eating cafe in Santander. It’s open and bright and is a great spot for working or socialising with some friends. With homemade food, cool smoothies and an extensive list of herbal teas, it’s a brilliant regular spot.

Orange juice and coffee on a table at Santa&Co, one of the best coffee shops in Santander

Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10am-11pm (opens 10:30am Sat)

Address: Calle Marcelino Sanz de Sautuola, Santander

Website: http://santayco.com/


Solo Masamadre

This location is actually a restaurant but is a great breakfast and coffee spot. The rustic interior is very ambient and a great space to chill out with a good cup of coffee. They also have outdoor seating so you can do a bit of people watching on a nice day.

Two plates of breakfast and two coffees at Solo Masamadre

Opening Hours: Daily 7am-12:30am

Address: Calle Marina, 1, Esquina Calle Del Medio, Santander

Menu: Click

Website: https://solomasamadre.wixsite.com/solomasamadre/

Chocolatería Áliva

No trip to Spain is complete without eating your weight in churros, and this is the ultimate place to go when visiting Santander. You can get some sandwiches and pinchos but trust me, you’ll want to eat churros until you drop here! With more than 50 years of practice, these guys definitely know what they’re doing. The best bit? They open at 6am on the weekends so if you’ve been partying the night away Spanish style, you can grab some fantastic churros to help make the morning a little sweeter.

A plate of churros and two cups of chocolate (one with cream) on a blue table at Chocolateria Aliva

Opening Hours: Daily 7am-12:30am/5pm-9:30pm (Open 6am on Sat and Sun)

Address: Calle Daoiz y Velarde, 7,Santander

Menu: Click

Website: https://www.chocolateriaaliva.com/


Interactive Map

Use this handy interactive map to help plan your visits to the best cafes in Santander! All of the spots are saved for you in one place.


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7 Comments

  1. I missed Santander during my visit to Spain but it looks good for all coffee lovers due to numerous cafes. I am sold out for Solo Masamadre for its rustic interiors and amazing food. Thanks for sharing great coffee spots in Santander.

  2. I am a francophile, but I love the coffee in Spain! My family used to live in Madrid and I acquired a taste for it then. That was quite a while ago and there is a whole new crop of awesome looking shops to check out next time I go!

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