Coffee havens in Elyu
La Union has transformed itself from a sleepy province into one of the country's premiere surfing spots.
Locals and foreigners keep on returning to this place to catch its amazing waves.
Aside from surfing, the province is home to a myriad of restaurants offering sumptuous local and foreign-inspired delicacies to fill your tummy.
Aside from these, it is also worth noting that the municipality of San Juan boasts a selection of coffee shops that are must-try for those who can't get enough of caffeine.
Here's a list of best-of-the-best coffee shops in San Juan, La Union, where you can get your daily coffee fix.
Clean Beach
Location: 134 National Highway, Brgy. Urbiztondo, 2514 San Juan, La Union
Eco-warriors will love Clean Beach not only for its coffee, but also for their passion to save Mother Earth by being a "eco-minded" shop.
Established on October 1, 2017, the coffee shop is determined to reduce single-use plastic by encouraging customers to bring their own tumblers and in exchange receive a PhP10 discount on their drinks.
Their coffee is a delight and people should not pass on the opportunity to try their specialty coffee from Benguet and Mt. Apo.
What's more, Clean Beach actively support local farmers.
Currently, they are working with Kalsada Coffee, purveyors of local specialty coffee in Sitio Belis in Atok, Benguet.
After getting a good dose of hot coffee, you might want to have a bite of their mouth-watering best-sellers, Ohana Burger and Kaya Toast.
El Union
Location: Barangay Urbiztondo, 2514 San Juan, La Union
Another popular coffee shop in San Juan is the six-year-old El Union opened in 2013.
People flock to try their signature espresso blend, which you can also bring home since they offer it in small bags.
Simply, El Union's coffee concoctions are truly unique and worth coming back for.
This hip cafe also offers a fine selection of food from pancakes, waffles, and their hugely popular Smores.
Yes, El Union's Smores is a gastronomical delight that will ignite your taste buds once you get a bite of it.
The Coffee Library
Location: Barangay Urbiztondo, 2514 San Juan, La Union
After a whole day of surfing and swimming, you probably want to chill and relax.
Then, it's time to head to The Coffee Library and try their selection of coffee drinks that will surely make your heart palpitate with joy.
The shop is fully air-conditioned with a beautiful interior.
This is a perfect place to hang out with your family or friends.
It is also conducive place if you want to get a little work done like, answering emails with your laptop.
The Coffee Library is proud of their selection of Vietnamese coffee drinks with distinct strong and unique flavor.
La Union is not just a surfing mecca, in fact, it houses many hidden gem of coffee shops that will definitely brighten up your day.
So, the next time you visit the province, make sure to make your food trip a lot more special by trying out their coffee shops that will make you love Elyu even more.