1842 Daily Grind is a beloved island gathering spot where exceptional coffee, fresh-baked pastries, and thoughtfully prepared food create the perfect escape in historic Cedar Key.
1842 Daily Grind is a beloved island gathering spot where exceptional coffee, fresh-baked pastries, and thoughtfully prepared food create the perfect escape in historic Cedar Key.
It earned 4.8★ across 458 reviews one plate at a time — fresh food, fair prices, and a welcome that keeps regulars coming back.
Come grab a seat and dig in. Simple, generous, and exactly what you came for.



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4.8 · 458 Google reviews — earned one happy customer at a time.
Straightforward, fair prices with no surprises. What we quote is what you pay.
A simple, no-runaround process. Real people who get you taken care of fast.
Service that shows up — the kind your neighbors recommend by name.
"We stopped for a coffee and cake. Both delicious. Cafe is quite small, and seats not especially comfy (for older people!) Service was friendly and efficient. Everything seemed clean."
"The signage for Cedar Key Pizza and Subs was more prominent outside and we almost walked away thinking maybe the business had changed hands, but we were glad we walked in anyways because the food was phenomenal. Great options for food and coffee. Highly recommend!"
"We loved the island vibe and friendly locals. This coffee shop was fantastic. Owner Ben, and server Tia were the best, as well as the other staff. We were greeted by locals having their weekly coffee groups outside. The "Thursday Morning Coffee Group" were such a fun group, as well as a smaller…"
Rated 4.8 out of 5 across 458 Google reviews.
We're in Cedar Key, Levy — easy to find, easy to work with. Give us a call and we'll take care of you.
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