Our Story: from finca to your cup
The story behind Carmela is more than coffee. It's about care, craft, and connection.
Every cup of Carmela coffee begins on El Cuminate Farm, our family-run farm in the West Valley of Costa Rica, where we grow beans with integrity, respect for the land, and a commitment to sustainability.
We harvest with intention. We honor tradition.
We believe in doing things the right way, through sustainable practices, fair wages, and a deep connection to the people behind each bean and crafted bites.
Once harvested, the journey continues to Florida, where we roast in small batches to preserve freshness, flavor, and soul. This is where craft meets purpose, unlocking every bean's complexity, one roast at a time.
From our farm to your table, every sip tells a story.
A story of origin. Of family. Of flavor that connects.
FROM Farm TO CUP
Carmela Coffee was born from a simple idea, that crafted coffee and thoughtful food can bring people together.
Meet Carmela
Carmela is not a founder.
She’s not a mascot.
She’s a tribute.
She embodies the strength, warmth, and heart of the women who inspire us, mothers, mentors, farmers, makers, and everyday heroes who turn the ordinary into joy.
They wake up early. They care deeply. They make the world feel like home.
We named our café Carmela because we believe coffee should feel just like that.
Behind every crafted cup, every plate, every smile at the counter, there’s a bit of Carmela here. When you walk through our doors, we hope you feel it.
what we stand for
At Carmela, we believe in more than great coffee. We believe in moments crafted with care, shared with joy, and rooted in something real.
GENUINE
HOSPITALITY
You’ll always feel welcomed with a warm smile and personalized care.
COMMUNITY & BELONGING
A place to meet, connect, and make memories together.
CRAFTED
QUALITY
No shortcuts — every detail, from bean to bite, matters.
EVERYDAY
RITUALS
Moments you look forward to, day after day.
Why Carmela is Different
Carmela Coffee isn’t a franchise built in a boardroom.
We’re a crafted café experience born from the soil of Costa Rica,
roasted in Florida and rooted in the belief that hospitality still matters.
We grow what we serve, care for every detail, and believe comfort and connection are just as important as your latte.
Behind every crafted cup, every thoughtful plate, every genuine smile — there’s a little bit of Carmela. When you walk through our doors, we hope you feel it.
Here’s what makes
us different:
We Grow What We Serve
Unlike most cafés, we don’t just source our beans, we grow them on El Cuminate, our own family-run farm in Costa Rica. That means traceability, sustainability, and a deeper level of care in every roast.
Roasted in Florida, Served with Intention
We small-batch roast our coffee right here in Florida to bring out its fullest flavor, then we serve it with warmth, precision, and purpose.
Bites Made to Feel Like Home
Our food menu isn’t trendy, it’s thoughtful. From shakshuka to burrata toast, every bite is crafted to comfort, connect, and surprise.
Designed for People, Not Just Profit
Carmela is inclusive, not exclusive. We welcome families, freelancers, first dates, and quiet mornings alone with pricing and design that reflect accessibility without compromising quality.
Hospitality You Can Feel
It’s not just the coffee, t’s the way we remember your name, your favorite drink, or how you like your toast. That’s not a feature. That’s who we are.
Let's stay connected
Join the Carmela Community
Whether you’re stopping in for your morning ritual, sharing brunch with friends, or brewing a cup at home, you’re part of something crafted with care.
Because crafted moments deserve to be shared.
