5 of the Best Coffee Shops in Annapolis

ANNAPOLIS, MD — Need a pick me up to get through the day? Or just to clutch a hot mug of java to thaw out? Get yourself a great cup of coffee.

Here are five of the best coffee shops in the Annapolis area, according to Yelp reviews.

Bakers & Co, 618 Chesapeake Ave.

Reviewer Cara H. wrote: "The coffee was brewed to perfection. If you love strong coffee this is the place for you. I bought their scones, morning buns, and croissants for my friends, which were devoured quickly. Unfortunately they did not have anything that was gluten free but the coffee made up for it. The service at 7 am was fast and congenial."

Bean Rush Cafe, 112A Annapolis St.

Commenter Michelle D said, "Stopped in for breakfast - we got a couple of coffees and egg sandwiches and both were great. Reasonable prices, dog-friendly, good food, good coffee...what else is there to say?"

Ceremony Coffee Roasters, 2329 Forest Drive, Ste. G

Said reviewer Ken M.: "If you like coffee the way God intended it, this is the place for you. It is no Starbucks and doesn't pretend to be. They roast their own beans and brew or press it or whatever it is that makes great, strong coffee. In fact, unless you get one of the brews that has already been made you might have to wait awhile as the cup is made especially for you."

The Red Bean, 220 Main St.

Visitor Yemisi E. from Pennsylvania commented: "I loved the environment and the coffee. The building feels very open and wide. It isn't stuffy like a lot of coffee shops. I had their dark roast coffee and it was wonderful. I didn't add cream or sugar. I drank the whole things black. Their coffee put us in such a great mood that we walked down to the water."

City Dock Coffee, 18 Market Space

Commenter Ryan B. said: "Great little coffee shop a block from the waterfront and city dock (as you might expect...) Coffee options are delicious, and the sandwiches are also quite good (try chicken salad on a toasted bagel). Free wifi if you can get a table. Don't be discouraged if the line looks long... It does move really fast!"

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