Updated August 2026 · 1 cafes

Specialty Coffee Shops in Spain

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Poblenou

Nomad Coffee Frutas Selectas

Frutas Selectas was the initial roasting location for Nomad Coffee. Situated in Poblenou with its strong industrial history, it makes sense that this would be the ideal place to start roasting coffee. They've since outgrown the location for roasting and decided to keep it as a cafe. The name Frutas Selectas comes from selecting only the best coffee beans (fruit) for roasting. And thus ensuring the best quality coffee. Let us start by saying this is one of the nicest coffee and food experiences we’ve had in Barcelona. The Nomad Coffee Frutas Selectas location had been on our list to visit for a while and when we finally did we were very impressed. The coffee was the high standard you would expect from Nomad. They are very attentive in making a coffee to your exact specifications whether that’s an espresso, filter coffee or latte. For home enthusiasts they have a large selection of their beans to go and the extensive menu on the wall makes it easy to choose the right one. For food, all the pastries and sandwiches are made in house. We were lucky and ordered lunch that day from the specials. This included an omelette with garlic butter, truly one of the best omelettes we've ever had and a local dish of Butifarra (Catalan sausage). We hope that when you visit they have equally as delicious specials. Special mention to the barista for explaining the history and story of this location. 📍Unique location and atmosphere 🏭 Nomad coffee heritage Espresso Machine: La Marzocco Coffee Roaster: Nomad Coffee Vegan Milk: Oat Other Food & Drink: Daily specials, pastries Instagram: @nomadcoffee

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Specialty Coffee Across Spain

Spain's specialty coffee scene has come a long way. What was once dominated by dark-roasted torrefacto blends has given way to a new generation of roasters and cafes dedicated to quality, transparency, and craft. Barcelona and Valencia lead the charge, each with their own thriving communities of independent coffee shops that rival anything in London, Berlin, or Melbourne.

In Barcelona, the scene is mature and diverse. Neighbourhoods like Gracia, Born, and Poblenou each have their own coffee identity, from cozy neighbourhood spots to design-forward roastery cafes. Valencia is catching up fast, with areas like El Carmen and Ruzafa packed with creative spaces that blend specialty coffee with brunch culture, co-working, and local art.

CoffeeLobo is built to help you navigate both cities. Every cafe in this guide has been visited and reviewed by our team. We check opening hours, note standout features like wifi and outdoor seating, and highlight what makes each place worth visiting. Whether you are planning a trip or just exploring your own city, use the filters above to find exactly what you are looking for.