White Lab Speciality Coffee Shop
Visitors say
One of the places that makes the best coffee in the center. We drank coffee in 2-3 places every day, but this was the best and the prices were reasonable. Definitely try this place, we recommend it.
Best place in Mytilini for a coffee. Really good grains and the best banana bread ever. Thanks guys.
About
White Lab Speciality Coffee Shop brings a contemporary coffee culture to the quieter northern reaches of Lesvos, offering a welcome pause for travelers exploring the road between Mytilini and the island's more remote villages. Situated near the coastal settlement of Alyfada, the cafe stands out for its dedication to specialty coffee — sourcing quality beans and applying careful preparation methods that go well beyond the standard Greek freddo espresso. Whether you prefer a pour-over, a well-pulled espresso, or a cold brew on a warm Aegean afternoon, the menu reflects a genuine passion for the craft.
The atmosphere lives up to the name: clean, bright, and unhurried, with the kind of pared-back aesthetic that lets good coffee take center stage. It is the sort of place that feels equally comfortable for a solo traveler catching up on notes, a couple resting between beach stops, or a local regulars who have made it a morning ritual. The staff tend to be knowledgeable about what they serve, making it a fine spot to ask for a recommendation if you are curious about the difference between the offerings.
For visitors to Lesvos who love specialty coffee, finding a place like White Lab off the main tourist circuit is a small but satisfying discovery. It serves as a reminder that the island has quietly developed a cosmopolitan side alongside its ancient olive groves and traditional kafeneions. Stop here to recharge before heading further along the coast or into the island's interior — you are unlikely to regret the detour.
Before you go
What to expect
Step inside to a pared-back white interior where the coffee is unapologetically the point — single-origin beans, careful extraction, and baristas who can walk you through the options if you want guidance. It suits a solo traveller with a notebook as easily as a couple taking a break from the midday heat. The pace is unhurried and the space feels considered rather than busy.
Best time to visit
Good year-round as a city café; summer afternoons are ideal for a cold brew before heading back out into the Aegean heat.
How to get there
White Lab sits inside Mytilini itself, just a short walk from the city centre and port — no car needed.
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Yuri Romera
January 2026
Best place in Mytilini for a coffee. Really good grains and the best banana bread ever. Thanks guys.
Parker Millican
October 2025
Really excellent coffee and pastry. True specialty coffee which was such a surprising find!!
ΒΑΣΙΛΙΚΗ ΠΑΝΤΑΖΗ
September 2025
Extraordinary place to have your morning and your afternoon coffee. Also. We were amazed by the very good quality of the food too. Everything about the food is homemade. The owner and the staff also were very kind. None the less the prices are low for Mytilini and we were there every morning!
David Seligson
August 2025
Really great quality coffee shop. Two espresso choices: Guatemala & Brazil blend and Ethiopian Yirgacheffee single origin. Both at medium roast. Great quality, delicious. I had a flat white. Wonderfully done! This is the best coffee I've had in the week on this island.
Ezgi Craig
July 2025
The way they make their coffee is very good and you can tell that they take pride in their work, but I think their coffee beans are too dark roasted for my taste, the coffee was bitter. I think they should just switch to light roasted coffee beans
A. P.
May 2025
One of the places that makes the best coffee in the center. We drank coffee in 2-3 places every day, but this was the best and the prices were reasonable. Definitely try this place, we recommend it.
Deane Ketzner
December 2024
Strato is the man! Iv been coming to Mytilini my whole life and this IS THE BEST coffee on the island.
E Rzonca
August 2024
There are many places with excellent coffee in the town but this one is my favourite. The have a delicious banana bread (not too sweet contrary to there you'll find) and a carrot cake that is a perfect option if you ate too much of the banana. Service is good and prices correct. Tables outside available. I attach the menu in English.
Melina Morris
September 2022
I will be dreaming about this flat white (and treat) until I’m back in Lesvos. Excellent breakfast spot!
Céline A.
September 2019
This is a small, but cozy coffee shop with a terasse serving excellent coffee frappes. The server is nice and welcoming.
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