VILLACH – A UNIQUE DESTINATION FOR COFFEE LOVERS
Nestled in the heart of Carinthia, Villach is more than just a charming town in southern Austria — it’s a meeting point of cultures, flavors, and experiences. Thanks to its strategic location near the Italian border and its proximity to the port city of Trieste, Villach has long been a crossroads for travelers, traders, and adventurers. Today, it’s also a hotspot for coffee lovers.
Despite its modest size, Villach boasts four different roasteries, one specialty coffee shop and various vibrant coffee spots, each bringing something slightly different to the table — from imported beans to freshly brewed specialty cups.
FRESH FROM THE ROAST – COFFEE ROASTERIES IN VILLACH
LA MATTINA
La Mattina, Villach’s very first dedicated coffee roastery, offers single‑origin and blended beans roasted in small batches for maximum flavor. Located centrally, it also features Italian‑inspired pastries at their cozy coffee shop and even a mobile coffee service for events — bringing that little extra warmth to the city’s coffee scene. A selection of freshly roasted beans is also available through their online shop, making it easy to bring Villach’s roastery quality into your own kitchen.
KAFFEEMACHER
Since 2016, Kaffeemacher have been refining beans from across the coffee belt — from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, India, Panama, Rwanda, Burundi, Guatemala to Kenya — roasting them in their specialty roastery to create a diverse range of flavors, from mild and nutty to bold and fruity. Their café, Kaffeeteria, offers a cozy atmosphere where guests can enjoy excellent coffee and food, and those eager to dive deeper into the world of coffee can join their barista courses, ranging from beginner workshops to advanced training sessions.
In 2025, Kaffeemacher’s roaster Martin Kribitsch earned the title of Austria’s National Coffee Roasting Champion (Staatsmeister) — a recognition that highlights the exceptional quality of their craft. For anyone wanting to take this excellence home, they offer a wide selection of freshly roasted beans on site and in their online shop.
RÖSTBAR
Röstbar combines urban style with artisanal roasting, using beans from Brazil to Guinea. Their cozy yet modern café is a favorite for locals and visitors alike, with highlights such as their carefully prepared espresso drinks and locally roasted sips. Those who want to enjoy their coffee at home can explore Röstbar’s selection of freshly roasted beans in their online shop.
ELLA COFFEE
Ella Coffee is not only a roastery but a show roastery and coffee experience center, where visitors can gain insights into the entire roasting process. Their space includes a small yet inviting coffee shop where guests can taste freshly brewed specialties and receive professional guidance on brewing methods and flavor profiles. For those who want to enjoy Ella Coffee at home, their range of beans is also available through their online shop.
SPECIALITY COFFEE SHOP
Located at Draupromenade 6, Biest Specialty Coffee doesn’t roast its own beans but serves carefully selected coffees from a variety of roasteries. Guests can taste a variety of freshly brewed options on site and purchase their favorite beans to take home. The shop also features plant-based milk alternatives, vegan snacks, and a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere — a fresh and modern addition to Villach’s coffee scene.
Next time you wander through Villach, take a moment to visit one (or more!) of these roasteries — enjoy a cup of freshly brewed coffee, maybe grab some beans to take home, and remember: you’re in a town where global connections meet small-town charm. And if you’re curious about the local coffee culture and the Austrian tradition of taking a relaxing midday coffee break, don’t miss our previous blogpost on Kaffeepause — it’s the perfect way to enjoy coffee as a local.