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Winds Cafe

4.2Google rating(741 reviews)
Winds Cafe

Known For

Seasonal farm-to-table menu in a vintage room that earns every visit

Winds Cafe treats Yellow Springs dining as a form of local commitment — the vintage interior and cozy nook atmosphere support a menu that changes with what's growing nearby. It's a local favorite that punches well above its small-town geography.

🕐Best time to visit: Early autumn when the harvest menu hits its stride

215 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs, OH 45387, USA

Our Take

Winds Cafe earns its spot through a perfectly pulled espresso and a vintage interior that makes every corner feel considered — the sunlit seating is the kind of detail that elevates a good café into a great one. It's a reliable, atmospheric choice that sits comfortably in the solid-charming-spot tier.

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Downtown

215 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs, OH 45387, USA

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