Literal Coffee
Literal Coffee
Literal Coffee is a small specialty coffee shop on Calle de las Huertas, in Madrid's Barrio de las Letras, where, in its own words, everything is handmade on site. The most-ordered plate is sourdough with whipped ricotta, Mayak eggs, chilli oil and dill; there's shakshuka, brownies and sponge cakes, and cheesecake at weekends in the cooler months. Batch brew rotates through guest roasters, beans are sold to take home, and matcha comes with plant milks including pea milk.
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From @literal.coffee on Instagram
Se acaba el verano, pero las ganas de un buen matcha bien frío no se van a ninguna parte 😎
¡Lleva el café de nuestra cafeteria a tu casa ! ✨✨ Bolsas de café de especialidad con orígenes que cambian siempre: Etiopía, Kenia, Venezuela, Brasil... ¿ Lo quieres en grano o molido? Si prefieres, nosotros te lo molemos según el método de preparación que tengas en casa.
La temporada oficial de tarta de queso ha comenzado!! ✨ Se acabó el calor y vuelve nuestro clásico de los fines de semana. Desde hoy y hasta que vuelva el calorcito a Madrid, os esperamos cada sábado y domingo con café de especialidad bien extraído y un trozo de tarta de queso recien salida del ho
El aroma de la semana ✨ Batch brew: Etiopía Natural por @thefixcoffeeroasters Notas: miel | rosa | lichy | melocotón | cítricos. Rápido. Fresco. Delicioso. Tu pausa del día te espera en Literal!!
Alerta de nuevo favorito en vitrina. 🚨🍰 BIZCOCHO DE HIGOSSS… 🫠 Si eres de los que piensa que el café de especialidad se disfruta más con algo dulce al lado, tienes que probar nuestro bizcocho casero de higos. Es esponjoso, tiene el punto justo de dulzor y la textura de los higos es brutal. Ademá
Nuestra tostada de tomate es el lienzo en blanco perfecto. Añádele aguacate, queso feta o ponte creativo con nuestros extras para empezar el día como te mereces… ¿Cuál es tu combinación infalible? Cuéntanos en los comentarios. 👇
Background
About Literal Coffee
The Story
Literal Coffee is a small specialty coffee shop in the Barrio de las Letras, on Calle de las Huertas.
The Cuisine
Specialty coffee, with a weekly batch brew from guest roasters and bags of beans from changing origins, plus matcha with plant milks. The kitchen makes everything in-house: toasts such as sourdough with whipped ricotta, Mayak eggs, chilli oil and dill, shakshuka, brownies, sponge cakes and a weekend cheesecake.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
Literal Coffee Ratings & Reviews
Diner Ratings
4.9
244
TripAdvisor
5.0
7 reviews
Reservations
How to Book Literal Coffee
Booking
Experience
Literal Coffee Dining Experience
Cosy and full of small, careful touches; a relaxed stop for breakfast or an afternoon coffee, dog- and family-friendly.
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Literal Coffee Location & Neighbourhood
Address
Calle Huertas, 69, 28014, Madrid, Spain
Get directions→Getting There
On Calle de las Huertas in the Barrio de las Letras, in Madrid's Centro district.
Nearby
Cortes sits between the parliament and the museums, so the pavements carry politicians, visitors and locals in roughly equal measure. The eating covers everything from cocktail rooms to serious kitchens, often behind doors that give nothing away. Congreso de los Diputados and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza bookend it.
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Details
Literal Coffee Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00–19:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00–19:00 |
Literal Coffee hours verified 2026-09-18. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Questions
Literal Coffee FAQ
What is Literal Coffee?
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A small specialty coffee shop and brunch spot on Calle de las Huertas, in Madrid's Barrio de las Letras.
Where is Literal Coffee?
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At Calle de las Huertas 69, in the Barrio de las Letras in central Madrid.
When is Literal Coffee open?
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Every day: 09:00 to 17:00 on weekdays and 09:00 to 19:00 at weekends.
What should I order at Literal Coffee?
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The house favourite is sourdough with whipped ricotta, Mayak eggs, chilli oil and dill; there's also shakshuka, brownies and sponge cakes, with a batch brew or a matcha.
Is Literal Coffee dog-friendly?
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Yes, and it's family- and vegetarian-friendly too.
How much does a coffee or brunch cost at Literal Coffee?
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Under €25 per person.