ALQUIMIA Coffee — Restaurant in San Salvador

I saw the place a lot on social media and so had high expectations. The look of the place is very high end for sure. The coffee I had was decent, not as good as I hoped but not bad, it didn’t seem gourmet or particularly special. I had a spicy chai which was very nice. The food was honestly disappointing. I ordered a turkey sandwich, it was a very basic sandwich considered it was 9 dollars, came with a very small amount of fries and the bread was not fresh, worst part is it took a long time to arrive, like 45 minutes. I asked for basic condiments to give some flavor to this sandwich and for the fries, literally just a bit of ketchup and mayo and when the bill arrived I saw they wanted to charge 2$ extra for that until I told them no one informed me it was an extra charge and they took it off.. never heard of that anywhere except mcdonalds that does that and even there its 30 cents not a dollar per unit of sauce. The service was kind but unless you call on them they dont pass by much. I was interested in doing the coffee tasting session but not sure if it is worth it, today I...

Alquimia Coffee is without question the best coffee experience in San Salvador. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the passion and craftsmanship behind every detail. The baristas are true professionals, taking the time to explain origins, roast profiles, and brewing methods in a way that makes you appreciate coffee on a whole new level.

The atmosphere is modern yet warm, making it the perfect place to enjoy a quiet cup or meet with friends. Their single-origin selections are world-class—balanced, rich, and aromatic. You can tell they take pride in sourcing and roasting some of the finest beans El Salvador has to offer.

Whether you’re a casual coffee drinker or a serious aficionado, Alquimia Coffee sets the standard. It’s not just a café—it’s an experience that elevates what coffee can be. Truly best...

This place offers a unique coffee experience that is well worth its name. I had the pleasure of meeting Roger, who prepared my coffee in 4 unique stages and offered informative insights about coffee. The experience is based on the package you get and coffee flavor you pick, so this leaves a variety of unique experiences to enjoy. Their food menu is limited but offer natural fresh juice and pastries as well. I also have to give credit to the interior design that sets a relaxed and welcoming ambiance to the cafe. In addition they have a small outside garden patio if you prefer to enjoy. I recommend arriving here at 9:00-10:00 am if you are an early bird and prefer a non crowded time. Definitely...