5 Alternatives to Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts to Switch Up Your Morning Routine
We live right next to a Starbucks and a Dunkin' Donuts, which means those two stores are basically the only places to pick up our daily coffees. With the rush of new holiday menu items, the lines can quickly become more than a 30-minute wait.
These days, we try other cafés to avoid the rush and to shake up our morning routine. Ahead, find five alternative franchises to Starbucks and Dunkin' that still serve high-quality coffee.
Biggby Coffee
Biggby Coffee is a newer café we're seeing around town, and they're giving the top two a run for their money. This expansive menu has everything from classic lattes to their own version of a refresher, also known as the Biggby Blast. Plus, you can order creative toppings like popping boba and sprinkles.
Peet's Coffee
Peet's Coffee is like the sophisticated, lesser-known older sister of Starbucks. It does the basics you know and love right because no coffee will ever taste burnt or bland. Plus, there are no frills with fancy names or packaging.
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Philz Coffee
We first heard about Philz Coffee when Emma Chamberlain stepped into the mainstream, and all we knew was that she had a serious coffee addiction. In nearly every YouTube video, Emma would pick up a Dancing Water, a brown sugar and biscuit-based blend, from Philz Coffee. We tried it for ourselves, and it was amazing.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
In the 2010s, we used to see aesthetically pleasing snapshots of The Coffee Bean cups and get jealous. Honestly, we still look at their menu and crave it. This store has some of the most creative drinks, from Valencia Orange Cream Cold Brew Tea to Salted Toffee Ice Blended Frappes. If you live on the West Coast, take advantage of it.
Tim Hortons
Depending on where you live, Tim Hortons is probably equally as popular as Starbucks and Dunkin' Donuts—we're talking about you, Canada. However, if you are in an area where it's not as common, like Kentucky or Texas, it can be a satisfying break from your usual. This company is one of the few to have a star-studded list of ambassadors, including Shawn Mendes and Justin Bieber.
Some coffee chains are still serving their fall menu. If you've got a craving for pumpkin or cinnamon, read HERE the drinks you should try at your favorite café.