Hogsmeade, Diagon Alley, The Great Hall, The Hufflepuff Basement; if you’re a Harry Potter fan, chances are you’ve dreamed of visiting the wizarding world. But thankfully, no one needs to teleport or learn spells to enjoy the taste of magic (coffee).
And how about drinking your magical coffee in one of Harry Potter-themed cafes? I turned my nose to what was available in my country and began searching for the best Harry Potter coffee shops around the world, and I think I’ve discovered them. Let’s get to know about them now!
In the USA
1. Bad Owl Coffee, Nevada
This cafe serves coffee with a dash of magic. You can enjoy your time here as you munch on sandwiches, pastries, teas, and flavored coffee drinks. Bad Owl’s coffee menu includes its own espresso blend, The Dark Enchanter, and other blends from countries like Ethiopia and Brazil.
The menu also includes butter brew, a version of the famous butterbeer latte from the Harry Potter movies.
If you’re in Henderson, don’t forget to stop by their cafe for a Butter Brew latte and quick dishes like sandwiches and waffles. Moreover, you can also find Bad Owl Coffee in Chicago and Las Vegas.
2. The Cauldron, New York City
The Cauldron in New York City offers a magical pub experience to all who enter, including an enchanted cocktail bar and a restaurant serving dishes from the Harry Potter series.
The restaurant is located in Lower Manhattan on historic Stone Street, and its atmosphere will feel as though you’ve stepped into The Three Broomsticks.
Their menu is full of British comfort foods, and at their special Potions Experience (tickets are $44.99 per person), you can don a robe and test out your magic wand by brewing two of their special molecular potions that change color, bubble, and smoke.
3. Muggles Mug, Pennsylvania
Muggles Mug is a unique coffee shop located in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania. It has a projector that plays the Harry Potter films while patrons sip their drinks.
Their specialty drinks and other offerings are sure to delight you. The butterbeer and pop-up potion are special treats you shouldn’t miss.
4. Steamy Hallows, New York City’s East Village
At first glance, this café at 514 East 6th Street may seem a little plain from the outside, but inside you’ll find a cozy interior decorated with intricate wooden carvings that make the trip to the East Village worth it.
Although its size is small, the decor is incredibly Diagon Alley-esque. There are only four barstools, so be sure to get there early if you want to settle in for the afternoon.
5. Nimbus Coffee, Los Angeles
In Downtown L.A., you can find Nimbus Coffee, the city’s first Harry Potter-themed coffee shop. It just opened in June of 2019. The cafe has a wizard-themed decor that includes shelves laden with vintage books and painted portraits. You can order standard pastries, coffees, lattes, and special smoothies like their Blueberry Polyjuice.
The coffee shop carefully sources its produce and ingredients from local farms, specialty stores, and organic food suppliers.
Outside the USA
1. Platform 1094, Singapore
The Platform 1094 restaurant, which is operated by the Fresh Fruits Lab Group, offers a wide selection of delicious dishes and drinks, such as their signature cocktail, Goblet of Fire: a mix of blue Curacao, lemonade, and Bacardi.
This Harry Potter-themed restaurant is decorated with props and a photo backdrop that are sure to delight any fan of the series.
Some of the specialties at this restaurant include house-elves pork ribs, lychee cake, and a Swiss chocolate roll with vanilla owl macaron.
2. Mandrakes A Magical Experience, Ormskirk, England
This is one of the best Harry Potter coffee shops in England. It not only welcomes dogs but also sources ingredients from local food producers. The space can be reserved for Harry Potter-themed parties, workshops, mixology nights, and events. Their magical desserts are worth a try.
Moreover, the Lancashire Telegraph reports that after enjoying a snack at the cafe, visitors can explore the themed rooms, participate in a trivia contest and take pictures wearing robes and wands.
3. 9 ¾ Cafe, Hong Kong
A charming little cafe in Mong Kok, the restaurant is a must-see for all Harry Potter fans. The restaurant’s interiors are decorated with authentic Harry Potter merchandise and will surely enchant you with its magic.
Enjoy their delicious food, including butterbeer, cheesy bacon fries, and the Hogwarts Feast (scrambled eggs and bacon slices).
4. Hedley Books & Coffee, Malaysia
Hedley Books & Coffee is a little bookshop made for the ones who have a passion for reading. The cafe displays bookshelves, books, and more books, but there’s much more to this place than meets the eye.
Shuffling through the pages of books while eating tasty desserts like apple crumble, almond tiramisu, and marble cheesecake makes guests feel at home.
5. The Witches Brew Diners, Philippines
If you’re a Harry Potter and Game of Thrones fan, The Witches Brew Diners should be on your must-visit list. This cafe offers a lot to Potterheads, including walls adorned with beautiful paintings for a perfect background for pictures, board games, and more.
Choose from the menu items like Harry Patty (burger), Wingardium Leviosa (wings platter), and Severus Steak (T-bone beef steak).
Conclusion
Harry Potter is a cultural phenomenon that has endured for over a decade and is arguably stronger than ever. Now, even coffee shops are getting in on the action. With this list, I’ve highlighted some of the most magical Harry Potter coffee shops experience around the United States and other countries.
Let me know which one you like the most.
