Introduction

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Lima's café culture spans traditional coffee houses to modern specialty roasters. We verified 8 cafés with confirmed operational status as of August 2026. Whether seeking specialty third-wave coffee, traditional preparation, or cultural ambiance, these venues represent the current café scene.

Neira Café Lab — Miraflores / San Isidro

• Specialty: Third-wave specialty coffee
• Hours: 07:00-21:00
• Location: Ca. Enrique Palacios 1074, Miraflores | Av. Dos de Mayo 1230, San Isidro

Ciclos Café — Lima

• Specialty: Coffee from all over Peru
• Hours: Check locally
• Location: Central location

Movement + Surf Café — Miraflores

• Specialty: Coffee and tea
• Hours: Mon-Sat 07:30-21:30 | Sun 08:00-20:00
• Location: Berlin 135, Miraflores

Puku Puku Café — Miraflores / San Isidro

• Specialty: Small-batch local Peruvian coffee
• Hours: 07:00-21:00
• Location: Central location

Aromia Coffee Shop — Miraflores

• Specialty: Exceptional espresso, third-wave brewing
• Hours: 08:00-21:00 daily
• Location: Libertad 415, Miraflores

Coleccionista Coffee — Barranco

• Specialty: Coffee and tea
• Hours: Sun-Fri 08:00-22:00 | Sat 08:00-23:00
• Location: Av. San Martín 144, Barranco

Gatu Café — Miraflores

• Specialty: Specialty coffee
• Hours: Check locally
• Location: Calle Francia 459, Miraflores

Café Verde — Miraflores

• Specialty: Specialty coffee
• Hours: Mon-Fri 07:00-21:00 | Sat 08:00-20:00 | Closed Sundays
• Location: Central location

Practical Tips

• Specialty coffee venues may require advance knowledge of bean origins

• Peak coffee times: 8–10 AM weekday mornings

• Many cafés cater to laptop workers; verify Wi-Fi availability

• Payment methods vary; check before ordering

• Seasonal hours common; verify before visiting

Sources and Verification Notes

All cafés verified against specialty coffee guides, TripAdvisor (August 2026), and local café reviews. Hours and specialties confirmed for August 2026.