The 40 Best Coffee Shops in the U.S.

We love our coffee, that's why there’s nothing quite like hanging out with friends and enjoying an espresso, or watching the weirdos, at the cafe near you. Maybe you need a quiet place to do some work and are desperate for a spot with ample outlets and available WiFi, or you just want to get out of the house and read a book. Whichever reason you’re on the lookout for a new cafe, the options are limitless — which is why narrowing down the best coffee spots in American is a daunting task. Here are 40 of the country’s best coffee houses (many of which roast their own beans), from big-city hotspots to hidden gems off the beaten path.