# Source: Specialty Coffee Guide — Top-rated shops nearby

> Specialty coffee shop discovery and tracking guide. (iPhone/iPad app by Source Coffee LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/source-specialty-coffee-guide/id1449639473 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Source Coffee LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1449639472)
- Category: Food & Drink, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.46/5 from 141 App Store ratings · 33 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 70 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Spanish
- Released: 2019-08-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/source-specialty-coffee-guide/id1449639473/reviews.md

## What is Source?

Source is the ultimate guide to specialty coffee. Our hand-curated map is the best way to find new coffee shops wherever you are, and learn about the artisan coffee roasters they serve. Track the shops you visit and save your favorites as you discover new cafe's.

Coffee nerds know that no two coffees are alike and that's why Source Coffee makes it easier than ever to find the right coffee for you. Find coffee shops based on the type of coffee they serve, check out the espresso machine they use, and so much more. 

We are on a mission to help coffee aficionado's around the world find and enjoy the best coffee available. We love coffee as much as you do, which is why we set out to build a way for everyone to find the most interesting coffee shops in the world and learn about the roasters they serve. We have more than 3,000 of the world's best specialty coffee shops on our map, all just waiting to be found. But that's just the start of what makes Source Coffee the coffee lover's best friend.

Everything about Source Coffee is community-driven with thousands of user-submitted coffee shops and roasters available inside the app. All submissions are curated for quality so you know the information you see is correct, too.

* Privacy & Terms of Use: 
https://getsourcecoffee.com/privacy

## Key features

- Curated map of specialty coffee shops
- Discover artisan coffee roasters
- Filter by coffee type and equipment
- Track visited shops
- Save favorite cafes
- Community-driven submissions

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Membership | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Drip Coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Espresso | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cortado | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2 Cortados | $9.99 | one-time |
| The Cortado Package | $14.99 | one-time |
| Many Cortado's + Latte's | $29.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 33)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/source-specialty-coffee-guide/id1449639473/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Reviews not saving?

*2024-07-18*

I’ve tried to write a few reviews now and they aren’t showing up, I hit save and it’s nowhere to be found. Only a few coffee shops near me that are on the app even though there are more coffee shops that are good if not better than what is already there. There is only a log out option and NO way to delete account!? No customer support button that see!? No way to contact app to delete account! ?

### 4/5 — It’s GREAT…but a few issues.

*2023-10-06*

So the app is awesome! I love the concept of only highlighting speciality coffee shops. However, it does have its downfall. 

It doesn’t seems like the review tab is fully functioning. I have left 4 reviews at four different coffee shops and somehow, they are no where to be found. 

Also, I’ve submitted various coffee shops worthy of this specialty coffee house list and have also mentioned to my fellow coffee connoisseurs to do the same. But it’s been about two months and no feedback or addition of new coffee shops. 

Lastly, sometimes coffee information is misleading. For example, I have found that a few coffee shops in which the addresses stated is wrong.

These small issues are definitely not a deal breaker at all. In fact, I want to continue to see this company grow and expand its work. I appreciate the vibe they are trying to capture with Source.

### 3/5 — Great idea, poor execution

*2023-09-25*

The app is full of bugs and usability issues. From gestures and animations that feel completely wrong, buttons that do nothing, lack of zoom in the map, etc.

### 5/5 — Such a great tool!

*2023-05-10*

I don’t use it often, but anytime I’m traveling it always succeeds at finding me a great coffee spot!

### 5/5 — The Coffee Pot Cafe

*2023-03-17*

Fantastic little shop in a small town .
Beans are sourced from Joe Beans in Rochester NY, and offerings rotate monthly. 

They offer Drip, pour over, espresso, lates, and cold brew. They offer house made pastries from the in house bakery, that complement the drinks. 

I have had excellent pour overs, and americanos with good consistent pulls. If your out for a drive in upstate NY, and want a cup of coffee that would be at home in a bigger city then this is a perfect stop.

### 1/5 — So much wrong

*2022-11-13, version 2022.8*

There’s so much wrong with this all. First off punch to zoom in the map doesn’t work. Also there’s many great shops missing from the database and no apparent way to add any new shops.

### 5/5 — Great App!

*2022-11-04, version 2022.8*

I love this app! It’s great to find new specialty shops when I’m visiting other places! My only question is: why can’t I see reviews of shops that others have posted?

### 3/5 — Crashing

*2022-09-30, version 2022.8*

App hasn’t been the same since ios16, app crashes, when it does open it doesn’t show any shops around your location. I hope the developers are working om fixing this. I really enjoyed using this app when it was working properly

### 3/5 — iOS 16 woes

*2022-09-16, version 2022.7*

App instantly crashes for me on iOS 16 now. Doesn’t appear to be an update in the last 5 months. Hoping this is still being maintained.

### 1/5 — I love the app a lot

*2022-09-13, version 2022.7*

The only reason it’s at a 1 is because I haven’t been able to use it in a month because of a bug that won’t let me open it. I’ve tried reaching out to the developers but I either got no response or I was told something that hasn’t happened yet. I would love to get this fixed and use this awesome app again!

## Frequently asked questions about Source

### What does the Specialty Coffee Guide app do?

This app serves as a comprehensive guide to specialty coffee, featuring a curated map to help users find top-rated coffee shops and artisan roasters in their vicinity. It allows users to discover new cafes, learn about the roasters they serve, and track their personal coffee journey.

### How can I find specific types of coffee or cafes?

The app enables users to find coffee shops based on the specific types of coffee they serve, the espresso machines they use, and other detailed criteria. This allows for a highly personalized coffee discovery experience tailored to individual preferences.

### Is the app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with the option for in-app purchases. This model allows users to access core features without upfront cost while offering additional value through optional purchases.

### How are the coffee shops and roasters listed in the app?

The listings are a combination of curated selections and community-driven submissions from thousands of users worldwide. All submissions are carefully curated for quality to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information presented within the app.

### What are the benefits of tracking my visited shops?

Tracking your visited shops allows you to create a personal record of your coffee experiences. You can save your favorite cafes for easy reference and revisit them later, helping you build a personalized map of your favorite coffee spots.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2022.8 — 2022-09-17

This update fixes bugs associated with the latest iOS updates.

### 2022.7 — 2022-04-04

This update fixes the top bugs.

### 2022.6 — 2022-02-24

This update fixes a bug that could occur when adding photos to shop reviews.

### 2022.5 — 2022-02-19

This update fixes a bug that could cause the order ahead button to appear on a shops page that doesn't support mobile ordering.

### 2022.4 — 2022-02-17

This update brings a fresh new design to the entire app. Everything is faster, more streamlined, making it easier than ever to find amazing coffee shops.

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