Cozy cafés in Münster for the cold months
When it's cold outside and Münster unpacks its typical winter rain weather again, the longing for a really cozy café grows. A place where you arrive, take off your scarf and immediately get that warm feeling that only a good coffee and a quiet spot can give you. We want to show you just such places! ☕️🛋️
Münster is home to many small cafés that unfold their very own magic in winter. Some tempt you with soft armchairs and candlelight, others with homemade cakes that smell as soon as you walk in. Others are so quiet that you can finally read that book you've been waiting weeks to read. And because everyone is looking for a slightly different feel-good moment, we have put together a colorful mix throughout Münster. 💜
Whether you need a break from the stress of university, want to escape the rain with friends or are simply looking for a place where you feel like you're in a warm cloud of coffee and comfort, Münster has a lot to offer! Here we have put together a small café guide for you in the most diverse corners of Münster so that you can find your retreat and feel-good place no matter where you are. 🧸
🔽 Here you can browse through Münster's café district 🔽
Cafés in the Hansaviertel Münster
The Hansa or harbor district is THE café stronghold! One cozy café after another awaits you here, all with their own charm and individuality! Here you'll find lots of cafés with vegan options and one or two events that make the Hansa quarter the popular, alternative student district it's known for. We've picked out our favorites for you here:
CaféCafé 19sieben
Café 19sieben is probably one of the most aesthetically pleasing cafés in Münster, with its Copenhagen flair. But it's not just the exterior that impresses! The food here is a big recommendation from our editorial team: the seasonally adapted menu really doesn't miss a single treat! There is only one drawback: it's hard to choose. 🫠
Café Grisu
A real feel-good oasis awaits you at Café Grisu in the Hansaviertel: pastel shades, plants, art, French vintage charm and a counter that vies for attention with pink tiles and freshly baked goods. 🥐 Perfect for simply popping in, letting yourself be pampered and completely losing track of time... I promise.
Drei:klang
Fancy a sandwich? drei:klang is the cozy sandwich shop on Wolbecker Straße, where you can snack on really good, seasonal sandwiches, including vegan and vegetarian options, plus ice cream from Flips and a breakfast that really makes everyone happy. There are also fair drinks, art and cultural evenings and so many comfy chairs that you're guaranteed to stay here longer than you planned. 🥪
ExKaffee
ExKaffee is a cozy spot for vegan and vegetarian breakfasts, fresh soups and really good coffee from Herr Hase, perfect for a break in the middle of the Hansaring hustle and bustle. And as a special extra, there's live music every Friday: Fridays on Ex! 🍸
knut
knut is known for its beautiful, colorful interior design and iconic red tiles. Definitely an eye-catcher that brings a bit of color into the dreary winter months. 🎨 The café is open for all brunch lovers and late risers. You can also organize your own parties here, as there is a separate room for you and your loved ones.
Teilchen & Beschleuniger
Attention, attention! Here you'll find the best and most creative bagel creations in town. Perfect for a cozy winter brunch or simply a delicious afternoon snack. 🥯
Wilma
Wilma is perfectly located between Hansaring and the train station and is the place to be for anyone who loves good coffee, lovingly made breakfast and brunch creations and really tasty homemade cakes. The charmingly furnished former bakery invites you to sink in, especially when a small special event is on in the evening or at the weekend. A spot where you immediately feel at home.
Cafés in Münster city center
Luckily, there are a few options of cute cafés in the city center where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city center. 🏃♂️ You can find our most central café favorites here:
CaféCafé fam
If you want the Christmas feeling to last even longer than December 25, then you absolutely have to make a stop at Café fam and try the cinnamon buns there! 🤎
Café Moya
You walk in here and immediately slow down a little: warm colors, a relaxed atmosphere and coffee that tastes like "just stay a moment". There are also delicious snacks, homemade treats and enough cozy corners to leave everyday life at the door for a moment. 🚪
Herr Sonnenschein
Mr. Sunshine literally brings some sunshine into your grey winter! 🌞 Here you will be greeted with warmth and cordiality and can leave the cold winter behind you for a while.
Pension Schmidt
48143 Münster
Pension Schmidt is not just a super cozy café with vintage sofas and atmospheric lighting. There is also plenty of entertainment here! Concert, comedy and quiz evenings are standard here. You're sure to get some action in your winter months. 💥
Cafés in the Kreuzviertel Münster
Of course, the Kreuzviertel district should not be forgotten either! These two cafés with their own roasted coffee are definitely not to be missed:
CaféHerr Hase
Herr Hase is the coffee roastery where Münster gets its favorite aroma: instead of a huge selection, Herr Hase focuses on selected varieties with clear characters - from chocolaty and nutty to fruity with berry or citrus notes - which are regularly freshly roasted and tasted in its own cupping room. A perfect match for anyone who loves honest, artisan-roasted specialty coffee. ☕️ P.S.: Mr. Hase also has another location in Mauritz!
roestbar Kreuzviertel
The roestbar is Münster's declaration of love for really tasty coffee: they have been roasting specialty coffee freshly on site since 2003 and bring the whole variety of flavors of the coffee belt to their cafés. Their approach: buy fairly, roast by hand, serve with love - and show how much fun good coffee can be. And the best thing is: you can also order the roasts from the online store to take home!
Cafés in the Mauritzviertel Münster
And of course you need a coffee break even in the cozy Mauritzviertel! Where? Right here:
CaféCafé Magnolia
Café Magnolia is a cozy neighborhood café with all-day breakfasts, vegan cakes, fresh bagels, croissants and specialty coffee from Neues Schwarz. What makes the store really special, however, are its homemade vegan chocolates, which come in countless varieties and almost form their own little universe - perfect for giving as a gift or eating yourself. 🍬
karda`mo:m Patisserie und Café
A small patisserie paradise on Bohlweg: butter croissants, cinnamon buns, cardamom knots, artful tarts and always new seasonal creations - all handmade in the bakery next door. There is also a gluten-free production room, a lunch menu with freshly cooked dishes and coffee from Leni's Coffee Family, which is prepared here with lots of love. 🫶🏼
Cafés in the southern district of Münster
Well, the Südviertel is not an official district... but definitely relevant and up-and-coming! And of course, cafés are a must:
CaféHappy Monkey
Colorful bowls, juicy sandwiches, sweet treats and really good coffee - all fresh, colorful and with a large portion of "feel good" vibes. Perfect for anyone who wants to feast healthily without feeling like they're giving up and who likes to spice up their everyday life with an extra dose of Monkey Energy. 🐵
Tante August
At the weekend, there's a small, lovingly prepared breakfast menu, and during the week, soup, paninis and the in-house coffee blend: creative, partly vegan and always charmingly unagitated. There are also occasional living room concerts and small flea markets.
No rainy weather can stop you now! ☔️ If you're walking through Münster now and winter is once again pulling its wet strings over the city, you might already have a café or two in mind that welcomes you with warmth. A place where the window fogs up while you hold your coffee and the gray just moves on outside. It's places like this that make the cold months a little magical and show that Münster can do much more than just rain. ✨
Maybe you'll find a café that immediately feels like your new winter hideaway. Maybe you'll end up somewhere where the music is just right, the coffee is just right and the people around you are so quiet that you sink into your own thoughts unnoticed. Or you discover a little corner where you really want to take a friend to enjoy a few hours of winter break together. Whatever you're looking for, Münster has enough cozy corners to not only endure the cold months, but to celebrate them properly. So grab your hat, let the rain be rain and treat yourself to moments that keep you warm without the need for heating. Winter can come - now you know where you want to spend it! 🧤🧣
Frequently asked questions about cafés in Münster
1. which cafés in Münster are good for brunch?
Almost any café is suitable for a relaxed brunch in Münster. But here are a few recommendations: At Herr Sonnenschein, you can get modern breakfast dishes such as granola, porridge and avocado slices, perfect for a fresh, vegan-friendly start to the day. At 19sieben, you can even have breakfast all day long, making it ideal for a late or long brunch in a cozy atmosphere. If you like variety, Café Moya is the place for you, with freshly prepared dishes, pastries and vegan options that are perfect for a versatile brunch. 🥞🥑🥯
2. which cafés in Münster are good for studying or working?
For concentrated work, it's worth making a detour to Café fam, where there is plenty of space, quiet corners and delicious coffee. You will also find a relaxed environment in the roestbar in the Kreuzviertel district, where you can sit for a long time without feeling guilty. If you need it particularly quiet, Herr Hase is a good choice: small, cozy and ideal for laptop sessions. 💻
3. which cafés in Münster have live music?
If you fancy live music, you should definitely keep Pension Schmidt on your radar. There are regular small concerts, readings and cozy cultural evenings. You can also find smaller concerts or music events at ExKaffee: (almost) every Friday at Freitags auf Ex. 🎙️
4. which cafés in Münster are vegan or vegetarian?
Herr Sonnenschein is a top address for vegan and vegetarian breakfasts - everything from granola to avocado toast is on offer here. Teilchen & Beschleuniger also offers a really good selection of fresh, plant-based dishes and pastries. And if you're looking for a vegan coffee house feeling, you'll be happy at Drei:klang. 🌱
5 Which cafés in Münster are suitable for a first date?
Pension Schmidt is almost a classic for a first date because the living room atmosphere is super relaxed and you can get straight into conversation. If you like it more sweet and cozy, Magnolia is a wonderful choice: warm, friendly and with very good cake. 🍰
