Where to Find the Best Artisan Coffee in Lusaka

From the hills where Zambian coffee is grown to the cafés and roasteries shaping Lusaka's coffee culture, the capital is developing a deeper appreciation for what goes into every cup. We explore five places where coffee lovers can discover locally roasted beans, African flavours and a more thoughtful way to enjoy their daily brew.

By Bwalya S. Kondwani • Aug. 24, 2026

Where to Find the Best Artisan Coffee in Lusaka

Coffee has become the fuel of modern thought: a dark, roasted catalyst that pulls us from the sluggishness of the morning and into the chaos of the day. The hiss of espresso machines, the smell of freshly ground beans and the warmth of a cup between your palms have become part of a daily ritual. In Lusaka, that ritual is becoming increasingly sophisticated.

Lusaka's Growing Coffee Culture

Lusaka's growing number of cafés and roasters are turning coffee into more than something you simply order alongside breakfast. Today, we’re encouraged to analyse the contents of our cup: where the beans were grown, how they were roasted, and what methods give us the best brew.

From the aroma of freshly ground beans to the final pour, Lusaka's coffee culture is becoming an experience worth slowing down for. (Image courtesy of Teija Kuusela Lublinkhof).

Is Zambia Producing Its Own Coffee?

This interest is particularly significant in a country with its own coffee-growing industry. Parts of Zambia's Northern and Muchinga provinces have high-altitude conditions and a climate suited to coffee cultivation. For Lusaka coffee drinkers, that means there could be a Zambian story behind the cup in your hand right now — from coffee-growing regions in the north to cafés and roasters in the capital.

Where to Find Artisan Coffee in Lusaka

Here are five places worth exploring.

PEABERRY COFFEE ROASTERS

Perhaps the clearest place to start when exploring Zambia's coffee industry.

Peaberry roasted its first batch under the Marika's Coffee brand in 2007. The company began as a wholesale roastery supplying cafés, lodges, restaurants and hotels before moving to its current Malambo Road location in 2016. The site now houses both its roastery and café.

They describe their coffee as being crafted in Zambia, and say their focus is on premium Zambian coffee and speciality cafés.

For anyone looking to better understand Zambia's coffee industry, this is a worthwhile stop. Find it along Malambo Road, Industrial Area, Lusaka.

THE ZAMBEAN COFFEE CO.

Located off Leopard's Hill Road, Zambean is an established Lusaka coffee shop, perfect for people exploring the city’s coffee culture.

Behind every good cup is a story of where the beans were grown, how they were roasted and the hands that brought them to the grinder. (Image by Justine Kunda for Nkwazi Magazine).

The best approach is to ask the barista what coffee is being served, and whether there are different preparation options available that day.

Find it at Leopard’s Hill Park, off Leopard’s Hill Road, Lusaka.

E-PHORA

E-PHORA describes its coffee as using premium beans sourced from across Africa, and says its sourcing supports local farmers. Its Eco Beans range is specifically described as coffee that is locally and sustainably sourced in Zambia.

Its menu also goes beyond hot coffee, with chilled blends and other drinks, making it a useful stop for those who prefer their coffee cold.

Lusaka's cafés and roasteries are giving coffee lovers more reasons to look beyond the morning caffeine fix. (Image courtesy of E-Phora).

The café is located at Agora Village on Thabo Mbeki Road, making it a convenient stop for anyone exploring Lusaka's central café circuit.

BREW ME COFFEE SHOP

Recent customer reviews suggest that Brew Me sells local and regional coffee beans that customers can take home. However, these are customer reviews rather than an official description of the business's sourcing policy.

This could make Brew Me particularly interesting for coffee drinkers who want to enjoy a cup in the café and take home beans to experiment with themselves.

Find it at Garden City, unit B3, near the airport roundabout, Lusaka.

From locally roasted Zambian beans to flavours sourced from across Africa, the capital is finding new ways to enjoy coffee. (Image courtesy of Brew Me Coffee Shop).

KaKuli COFFEE

For a coffee experience that puts roasting at the centre of the story, head towards Bonanza Estate.

KaKuli operates at The Barnyard at Ciêla Resort and Spa in Bonanza Estate. Current local listings identify it as a coffee roastery, while The Barnyard's market information specifically identifies KaKuli Coffee Roasting Company as one of the businesses operating there.

The location makes it particularly well suited to turning a coffee run into a wider weekend outing. Rather than simply picking up a takeaway cup, visitors can explore a destination where coffee roasting is part of the identity.

Find it at The Barnyard, Ciêla Resort & Spa, Bonanza Estate.

Your Next Coffee Stop in Lusaka

Follow the aroma and let it guide you towards your next cup of locally roasted coffee. Ask where the beans were grown, how they were roasted, and what methods give us the best brew.

Every morning brings a new day and all the chaos that may come with it. You'll face it — but first, coffee.

The hiss of espresso machines, the smell of freshly ground beans and the warmth of a cup between your palms have become part of a daily ritual. In Lusaka, that ritual is becoming increasingly sophisticated. (Image courtesy of KaKuli Coffee).

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