"Created as the public face of the Colombian Coffee Growers Federation in the 1950s, Juan Valdez is perhaps the most recognizable man in the history of coffee. And while Juan Valdez is fictional, shops bearing his name certainly aren’t: They’re by far Colombia’s most ubiquitous and popular coffee chain, with 209 locations throughout the country, and more than 100 abroad. The average Juan Valdez is kind of like a Colombian Starbucks, but this three-story shop is different: A specialty vibe pervades, with coffee sold by region, and then brewed with the pour-over device of your choice. Downstairs, the coffee-farm vibe comes through with rustic ceramic flooring, vertical gardens climbing the walls, and deep armchairs; upstairs, there are long tables for groups, and the rooftop is ideal for relaxing, with very comfortable sofas." - Karen Attman
