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What to order
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Coffee
Coffee is the most frequently praised item, noted for being outstanding, freshly home-roasted on site, and offered in various specialty varieties including Brazilian, Indian, Ethiopian, Kenyan, and Colombian. Reviewers highlight the exceptional quality, aroma, and the option to choose among different beans, making it the best coffee shop in Nuuk and possibly Greenland.
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Chocolate Cake
The chocolate cake is specifically mentioned as one of the most delicious the reviewer has ever had, indicating a highly recommended dessert option.
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Carrot Cake
Carrot cake is also praised by a reviewer who enjoyed it along with their coffee, highlighting it as a tasty choice.
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Sandwiches (including reindeer and musk ox sandwich)
Sandwiches are frequently mentioned and recommended, with specific references to reindeer and musk ox sandwiches. They are described as tasty and a good complement to the coffee experience.
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Vegan Chía Pudding
The homemade vegan chía pudding is noted as exceptional and recommended especially for those seeking vegan options.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
About Kaffivik
Kaffivik is a cafe, coffee roastery, coffee shop, and coffee store in Nuuk, Greenland. Reviewers consistently praise its cozy, quiet atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong coffee, with many noting that it roasts its own beans and offers specialty coffees. It is also known for cakes, cardamom buns, sandwiches, and board games, making it a place people linger for coffee or a relaxed break. The cafe is described as a little off the main grid of town, with outdoor seating and Wi-Fi.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Kaffivik known for?
Kaffivik is best known for its coffee, especially the house-roasted specialty drinks and bean selection, with reviewers calling the coffee outstanding. It is also praised for chocolate cake, cardamom buns, and a cozy setting with board games that makes it easy to stay awhile.
What dishes are most recommended at Kaffivik?
Reviewers most often recommend the chocolate cake, carrot cake, and cardamom buns, with several people specifically saying the buns are best when heated. Sandwiches also come up alongside flat whites and other coffee drinks, so it is a strong stop for both dessert and a light bite.
What is the atmosphere like at Kaffivik?
The vibe is cozy, quiet, and casual, with couches, friendly staff, and plenty of board games to borrow. It seems especially well suited to solo visitors, people working on a laptop, and groups of friends who want to chat over coffee.
Is Kaffivik good value, and what is the price range?
The price level is not listed, but reviewers describe it as well worth the trip for the quality of the coffee, cakes, and atmosphere. People mention it as a small gem off the main grid of Nuuk, suggesting the value comes from the specialty coffee, fresh desserts, and relaxed setting rather than a fast, cheap stop.
What should I know before visiting Kaffivik?
It is a good place to go if you want time to linger, since reviewers mention free Wi-Fi, board games, and a quiet space for reading, chatting, or working. Some also note that it is a short walk from the sea and has outdoor seating, so it works well for a slower coffee break.
Is parking available at Kaffivik?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Kaffivik have vegetarian options?
Yes, Kaffivik offers vegetarian options.
Is Kaffivik kid-friendly?
Yes, Kaffivik is good for kids.
