Fall in Florida might not mean sweater weather and crunchy leaves, but coffee shops across Tampa Bay and St. Pete are still bringing cozy vibes with their seasonal latte menus. If you’re searching for fall coffee in Tampa Bay or wondering where to grab the best seasonal lattes in St. Pete, this guide is for you.
Instead of the classic pumpkin spice latte, local coffee shops are getting creative with maple, pecan, oatmeal crème pie, and even pretzel-inspired flavors. I visited some of the most popular spots in the area to taste their fall coffee drinks and share my honest ratings.
Grove Surf + Coffee – St. Pete Beach
Drink: Oatmeal Crème Pie Latte
Rating: 7.5/10
This cozy St. Pete coffee shop is known for its surf-inspired vibe and creative seasonal menu. Their oatmeal crème pie latte tastes just like the classic snack cake, making it a perfect pick if you like sweeter drinks. For me, it leaned a little too sugary, but if you’re craving a dessert-in-a-cup, Grove Surf + Coffee has you covered.
Bean Wandering – St. Pete
Drink: Salted Maple Latte
Rating: 8/10
Located in Downtown St. Pete, Bean Wandering serves up one of the best fall lattes in Tampa Bay. The salted maple latte strikes a great balance between coffee and seasonal sweetness, and the fact that it comes topped with a sandwich cookie makes it extra fun. If you’re looking for a maple latte in St. Pete, this is a must-try.
Kahwa Coffee Roasters – Multiple Locations
Drink: Fall Pecan Sugar Latte
Rating: 7/10
A Tampa Bay coffee staple, Kahwa Coffee Roasters rolled out a pecan sugar latte for fall. The nutty flavor is unique and rich, though since I’m not a huge pecan fan, it wasn’t my favorite. Still, for anyone who loves pecan pie or praline flavors, this seasonal drink is worth adding to your St. Pete or Tampa coffee crawl.
Buddy Brew Coffee – Tampa
Drink: Salted Maple Flat White
Rating: 9/10
Buddy Brew is always a go-to for strong, quality coffee, and their salted maple flat white does not disappoint. It’s smooth, balanced, and delivers the perfect sweet-and-salty combo without being overwhelming. If you’re searching for fall coffee shops in Tampa Bay that lean more coffee-forward than sugary, Buddy Brew is the place to go.
Daycation – St. Pete
Drink: Knot Oz
Rating: 10/10
Daycation takes the crown for my favorite fall drink in St. Pete this year. The Knot Oz latte features a pretzel cream topping sprinkled with bread crumbles, giving it an incredible salty-sweet flavor and unique texture. It’s unlike anything else I’ve tried — and absolutely worth a visit if you’re exploring fall coffee shops in St. Pete.
Final Thoughts: Best Fall Coffee Shops in Tampa Bay
If you’re over pumpkin spice lattes, Tampa Bay coffee shops have plenty of creative alternatives for fall. From maple flat whites in Tampa to dessert-style lattes in St. Pete, there’s no shortage of seasonal flavors to sip your way through this year.
Whether you’re planning a weekend coffee crawl or just want to cozy up with something new, this guide to fall coffee in Tampa Bay and St. Pete should help you find your next favorite latte.
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