COFFEE SHOPS & DESSERTS
Dolce Vita Cafe Chocolate & Wine Tasting Room
This wine bar that sells coffee all day as well! They also make their own desserts and chocolates!!! It's more of a mother's place than a kid's place but I included it here because it's definitely worth trying! I have brought my baby here in the morning for coffee before. This is a very special place in downtown and everything tastesvery good. It's also a great place for mom's night out with the girls! Dolce Vita Address: 152 S Dargan St., Florence, SC 29506
Lula's Coffee Co
Lula's Coffee is located in South Florence and is a local coffee shop that hosts shows and open mic in the evening. Their coffee is always spot on! They take their time with their specialty drinks so if you are in a hurry, just get a regular cup of coffee. They have an outdoor area where it's easier to talk to a friend. It seems to echo indoors so if you don't want people hearing your conversation, I'd recommend hanging out outside. Lula's Coffe Co Address: 600 Pamplico Highway, Florence, SC 29505
Soule Cafe
Located in downtown Florence, this is the newest and friendliest coffee shop around. With regular open mics, special nightly events and also a toddler time, this is really a community coffee shop and we're lucky to have one here in town. They really believe in the craft in coffee and it shows. Soule Cafe Address: 130 S. Irby St., Florence, SC 29501
Starbucks at Florence Mall
There are 2 malls in Florence: the Magnolia Mall (big indoor one) and the Florence Mall (outdoor shopping center). They are about 5 min away from each other but the Starbucks stand-alone location is located at the Florence Mall. You know this town isn't that small if there is a couple of Starbucks in town! Yay for us! Starbucks Address: 933 W Palmetto Street; Florence, SC 29501
Starbucks inside Barnes & Noble at Magnolia Mall

There is also another Starbucks that is located inside of the Barnes & Noble at Magnolia Mall. They don't take the Starbucks gift cards but will take the Barnes & Noble one. They also serve more food! It's a great place to take the kids here for some Cheesecake Factory desserts and then head over to the Kid's area at Barnes & Noble for some book-reading or story time. Check out free Storytime information at Barnes & Noble on our events & activities page. Starbucks inside of Barnes & Noble Address: 2701 David H McLeod Blvd #1200, Florence, SC 29501
Starbucks inside Target
Yes, there is a total of 3 Starbucks locations in Florence! This one is located inside of Target in West Florence. It's a smaller location with very little seating but it takes both Starbucks and Target gift cards! Target address (also Starbucks inside): 2791 David H McLeod Blvd; Florence, SC 29501
Bruster's Real Ice Cream (Florence Mom's favorite!)

(Florence Mom's ice cream waffle cone from Bruster's)
It is such a treat to have an ice cream place like this in Florence. Located in the Magnolia Mall area, they really do have real ice cream and everything is always served carefully. They have a drive-thru, which makes it very convenient. They also have shakes, ice creams and cakes but you must try their ice cream! I always get my toddler, the kid's dino sundae! Bruster's address: 116 Dunbarton Dr, Florence, SC 29501
Sweet, A Cupcake Company (Florence Mom's Favorite)
If you are craving something sweet and don't want to buy a whole cake at the store, you can buy individual cupcakes at Sweet, A Cupcake Company. They make everything from scratch and you can see the workers bake their craft through the see-through window! They also sell coffee and specialty drinks. Sweet, A Cupcake Company Address: 1257 Celebration Blvd., Florence, SC 29501
Sweet Frog Premium Frozen Yogurt in West Florence

Located near the Magnolia Mall and next to Red Bowl Bistro, is Sweet Frog Premium Frozen Yogurt. They offer a lot of fat free options and you pull the handles and add the toppings yourself. You pay by weight and you can enjoy it there or take it togo. The place inside is very inviting and colorful and a great place to bring the kids. Sweet Frog Address: 2417 David H. McLeod Boulevard, Suite C
Florence, SC 29501