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505 Café
Cafés in Tirana
4.90(285)€Open now
About
505 Café draws a steady crowd for its pistachio latte and Arctic Monkeys aesthetic — a deliberate, cohesive design that makes the space feel like a proper third place. The café operates as a casual spot where you can nurse a coffee for hours, order wine or beer, and settle in with your laptop. Service is notably welcoming, and the whole operation runs on cash only. It's budget-friendly, sits well on Rruga Ylbere Bylykbashi, and has built genuine affection among its regulars.
9.9/10
Exceptional · based on 285 Google reviews
- Coffee9.9
- Atmosphere9.9
- Service9.7
- Good to Work9.7
- Value for Money9.9
How we score
Our weighted 10-point Holiday Score combines Google's overall rating, review volume, and sentiment around specific topics (service, food, atmosphere, accessibility). Sub-dimension scores weight category-specific signals — for restaurants we look at food and value mentions; for hotels at cleanliness and location; for beaches at water quality and facilities. Accessibility is weighted from verified wheelchair and mobility attributes.
Scores above 8.5 represent outstanding quality. 10.0 is reserved for editorial picks.
Highlights
- Pistachio latte signature drink
- Arctic Monkeys-themed design
- Laptop-friendly with quiet seating
- Beer and wine selection
- Cash only, budget prices
Why we like it
We return to 505 because it nails the café formula: strong coffee, a genuine sense of place, and staff who make you feel like you belong there. The pistachio latte alone has built a loyal following, but what keeps people coming back is the cozy, creative atmosphere and the fact that it works equally well for a solo work session or time with friends.
Best for
Solo Work SessionsCoffee and WineCasual GroupsAfternoon Retreat
Location
Rruga Ylbere Bylykbashi, Tiranë 1001, Albania
Plus Code: 8RG3+F3 Tiranë, Albania
Frequently asked
About 505 Café
What drinks and food does 505 Café serve?
The café is known for its pistachio latte, which has become a signature order. They also serve coffee, beer, wine, and desserts. Both dine-in and takeout are available.
Is it a good spot to work on a laptop?
Yes. The café is laptop-friendly with quiet seating, making it popular with people who want to work or study for extended periods.
What are the opening hours?
505 Café opens at 8:00 a.m. Monday through Friday and Thursday, 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, and closes at 10:00 p.m. daily.
Do you need to book ahead or can you just walk in?
The café operates as a casual walk-in spot with seating available for groups and individuals, though specific reservation policies are not detailed in available information.
Is it cash only?
Yes, 505 Café operates on a cash-only basis, so bring Albanian lek with you.
What's the vibe like?
The space has a distinctive Arctic Monkeys theme and is described as cozy and trendy. It attracts a mix of solo coffee drinkers, laptop workers, and groups of friends looking for a casual, welcoming atmosphere.