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Espresso coffee roasters in South Carolina

33 roasters are known for espresso coffee in South Carolina — in Aiken, Bluffton, Charleston, Columbia and 11 more cities. A roastery visit beats an online order: taste it brewed properly, ask what's roasting this week, and walk out with beans days off the roaster instead of months off a shelf.

Specialty tags come from each roaster's own website and menus, plus customer reviews; offerings rotate, so check current menus before a special trip.

Espresso roasters in South Carolina, ranked

Corner Perk Brunch Cafe & Coffee Roasters - Bluffton

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,611 reviews

1297 May River Rd #101, Bluffton, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale fresh pastriesSubscriptionsEspresso

Stylish coffee shop offering espresso drinks made from house beans, plus tea & smoothies.

Coastal Coffee Roasters, Inc.

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,228 reviews

108 E 3rd N St, Summerville, SC

Roasts in-house roasts in-housegreat espressofresh pastries

Artsy, relaxed coffee shop preparing specialty drinks with signature in-house roasts, plus pastries.

Bald Monkey Beanery

4.8 ★★★★★ 832 reviews

1320 Red Bank Rd, Goose Creek, SC

Roasts in-house fresh pastriesfriendly baristascozy atmosphere

Chill hangout serving pastries baked daily and coffee beverages from local roasters.

Second State Coffee

4.6 ★★★★★ 765 reviews

70.5 Beaufain St, Charleston, SC

Roasts in-house great espressofresh pastriesfriendly baristas

Minimalist-chic coffee bar with hot & cold drinks, window-bar seating, communal tables & WiFi.

Indah Coffee

4.7 ★★★★★ 745 reviews

2238 Sumter St, Columbia, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale cold brew on tapfresh pastriescozy atmosphere

Coffeehouse, roaster and beer bar offering coffee drinks alongside craft brews, fresh-roasted beans, pastries and food items such as avocado toast.

Charleston Coffee Exchange

4.6 ★★★★★ 706 reviews

2875 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale roasts in-housecold brew on tapfresh pastries

Relaxed cafe and coffee shop roasting beans to make fresh coffee and espresso drinks in a relaxed environment.

Little River Coffee Bar

4.6 ★★★★★ 569 reviews

188A W Main St, Spartanburg, SC

cold brew on tapfresh pastriesfriendly baristas

Colorful cafe offering coffee, tea, baked goods & desserts amid local artwork, plus open mic nights.

Highfalutin Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★★★★★ 496 reviews

27 Magnolia Rd, Charleston, SC

Roasts in-house roasts in-housepour-over barfresh pastries

Coffee drinks made from house-roasted beans plus snacks, in a relaxed environment.

Second State Coffee

4.8 ★★★★★ 413 reviews

1630 Ashley Hall Rd, Charleston, SC

Roasts in-house great espressopour-over barfriendly baristas

Popular spot known for its house-roasted coffees and housemade Belgian waffles.

Loveland Coffee (Drive-Thru)

4.8 ★★★★★ 383 reviews

7001 St Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale roasts in-houseSubscriptionsEspresso

Locally roasted coffee, tea, and pastries are dispensed from this drive-thru kiosk.

Due South Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★★★★★ 394 reviews

1320 Hampton Ave Ext #4B, Greenville, SC

Roasts in-house fresh pastriesfriendly baristasEspresso

Hip, industrial-style coffeehouse offering gourmet coffee drinks, pastries & other simple nibbles.

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company

4.7 ★★★★★ 282 reviews

900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale fresh pastriesEspresso

Chill venue serving freshly roasted coffee, cold brew, espresso drinks, pastries, and bagels, plus beer and wine.

Unlocked Coffee Roasters

4.9 ★★★★★ 265 reviews

556 Perry Ave Ste B116, Greenville, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale roasts in-housepour-over barfresh pastries

Cozy coffee shop offering espresso drinks, smoothies, pastries, and cheese bread in a casual setting.

Prophet Coffee

4.8 ★★★★★ 268 reviews

4427 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale roasts in-housegreat espressocold brew on tap

Hip café specializing in plant-based drinks, plus vegan offerings and baked goods.

Corner Perk Hilton Head

4.6 ★★★★★ 259 reviews

45 Pembroke Dr #120, Hilton Head Island, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale cold brew on tapfresh pastriesfriendly baristas

Hand-roasted coffee and light fare such as sandwiches, burritos, and salads in a relaxed space.

Local Honey Coffee Company

4.8 ★★★★★ 248 reviews

250 Riverplace Unit B, Greenville, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale fresh pastriescozy atmosphereEspresso

Casual shop for rich-roasted coffee and avocado toast, with riverside tables and views.

The Pharmacy Coffee | Little River Roasting Co.

4.7 ★★★★★ 243 reviews

187 N Church St A, Spartanburg, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale great espressocold brew on tapfresh pastries

Cooper River Coffee Roasters

4.9 ★★★★★ 218 reviews

1303 Ben Sawyer Blvd #5, Mt Pleasant, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale roasts in-housegreat espressoEspresso

Grind Coffee Roasters, LLC

4.6 ★★★★★ 196 reviews

1 Sherington Dr Ste j, Bluffton, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale fresh pastriescozy atmosphereSubscriptions

Chill coffeehouse serving breakfast sandwiches and burritos, plus a range of beans.

Tselia Coffee

4.9 ★★★★★ 183 reviews

219 N Main St, Greenville, SC

pour-over barfresh pastriescozy atmosphere

Trendy coffee shop featuring house-made syrups, craft coffee and specialty teas, plus pastries.

Hilton Head Island Coffee Roasters - Roastery

5 ★★★★★ 167 reviews

21 Cardinal Rd #105, Hilton Head Island, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale roasts in-housegreat espressocold brew on tap

Dusty Rose Coffee Roasters LLC

4.9 ★★★★★ 161 reviews

13435 E Wade Hampton Blvd #24, Greer, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale cold brew on tapEspressoCold Brew

Shasta Coffee Company

4.6 ★★★★★ 161 reviews

1099 E Butler Rd, Greenville, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale fresh pastriesfriendly baristascozy atmosphere

Cozy coffee shop roasting its own beans, plus serving baked goods in a fireplace-warmed space.

Bloom & Brew Coffee Project

4.9 ★★★★★ 144 reviews

10764 SC-707 #2, Myrtle Beach, SC

Roasts in-house roasts in-housefriendly baristasEspresso

Origin Coffee Bar - Hilton Head Island

4.6 ★★★★★ 129 reviews

35 Main St #100, Hilton Head Island, SC

Roasts in-house cold brew on tapfresh pastriesSingle Origin

Blackwater Roasters

5 ★★★★★ 118 reviews

938 ByPass 123, Seneca, SC

Roasts in-house great espressocold brew on tapcozy atmosphere

Oliver Gospel Roastery

4.7 ★★★★★ 120 reviews

1120 Taylor St, Columbia, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale roasts in-housegreat espressocold brew on tap

Casual coffee shop where beans are roasted on-site, with proceeds going to charity.

Highfalutin Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★★★★★ 83 reviews

989 Harbor View Rd, Charleston, SC

Roasts in-house Espresso

Cozy coffee shop with locally roasted beans, small bites, and friendly staff.

Tracer Waypoint Coffee Bar (Inside Live Oak)

5 ★★★★★ 65 reviews

425 Meeting St, Charleston, SC

Wholesale cold brew on tapSubscriptionsSingle Origin

Summit Coffee Old Village

4.4 ★★★★☆ 47 reviews

411 Hibben St, Mt Pleasant, SC

Wholesale cold brew on tapfresh pastriesfriendly baristas

Summit Coffee Long Point

4.1 ★★★★☆ 38 reviews

565 Belle Station Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC

Roasts in-house Wholesale roasts in-housefresh pastriesEspresso

MoonBeans Fine Roasted Coffees

4.9 ★★★★★ 24 reviews

122 Laurens St NW, Aiken, SC

Roasts in-house roasts in-housegreat espressoSingle Origin

Hilton Head Island Coffee Roasters - Shop

5 ★★★★★ 21 reviews

38c New Orleans Rd Ste 101, Hilton Head Island, SC

Roasts in-house great espressoEspresso

Buying espresso coffee in South Carolina

Wherever you land, buy whole bean and check the roast date on the bag — freshness is most of what you're paying a local roaster for (here's why it matters and how to keep beans fresh at home). New to the category? How to choose coffee beans covers origins, processing, and reading the label.

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