Condesa , west side of Parque Central - go through the Casa del Conde bookshop. Extremely civilized, though pricey, place to enjoy an excellent breakfast, coffee and cake or full lunch. The gurgling fountain and period charm create a nice tone for the long, lazy Sunday brunches favoured by Antiguan society. Alternatively, grab a latte from the adjoining take-away window.

Destino , 1 Av Sur 8. Diminutive café pit-stop, popular with language students, that's ideal for a caffeine hit or a slab of home-made cake, though the convivial American owner will rustle up a bacon sandwich for those in need.

Fernando's Kaffee , 7 C Pte 11. Simple premises but unquestionably the finest coffee in town - ground, roasted and served by a perfectionist - plus delicious home-made pastries.

Jugocentre Peroleto , Alameda Santa Lucía Nte 36. Excellent budget hole-in-the-wall cabin with cheap, healthy breakfasts, fruit juices and yummy cakes.

La Fuente , 4 C Ote 14. Vegetarian restaurant/café where you can eat stuffed aubergine and falafel or sip good coffee in one of the most attractive restored courtyards in town. On Saturdays village women set up a huipil market around the fountain.

Pasteleria Okrassa , 6 Av Nte 29. Great for croissants, cinnamon rolls and healthy drinks - try the raspberry juice.

Rainbow Reading Room , 7 Av Sur 8. Relaxed bohemian atmosphere in this favourite travellers' hangout. Great vegetarian menu of imaginative salads and pasta dishes, epic smoothies and decent cappuccinos, plus friendly, prompt service. Also home to one of Antigua's best travel agents, a good secondhand bookshop, and regular musical jams.

Sol , 1 C Pte 9. Simple courtyard café serving home-baked bread, healthy snacks and tasty sandwiches and cakes, plus Internet, fax and phone facilities.