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Cornerstone Cafe

★4.8Google rating(179 reviews)
Cornerstone Cafe
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Known For

Natural light pouring through historic windows onto brick walls

Cornerstone Cafe stacks bright and airy windows against exposed brick walls in a way that makes every visit feel like the light just happened to be perfect. It's one of St. Augustine's most photogenic coffeehouses, full stop.

🕐Best time to visit: Mid-morning when the sunlight hits the front windows

117 M L King Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

Our Take

Cornerstone Cafe threads the needle perfectly between bright-and-airy and cozy-and-intimate, with exposed brick and a storefront that earns its photo-worthy reputation honestly. This is a standout local favorite with clear destination energy — the kind of morning ritual spot that makes people restructure their travel schedule.

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Location

Downtown

117 M L King Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

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