You are in Las Vegas, and you’re willing to look. You really must know that there are loads of independent cafes out there — warm, cozy spaces that smell like heaven and are extra-special because they belong to you, and it is important to guarantee you won’t miss anything this city offers.

Mothership Coffee

No fancy lattes here. Mothership is bare bones and all about the craft and culture of brewing coffee. The menu is kept simple and much more in line with a classic espresso bar than what you’d expect at the big chain coffeehouses. Mothership is also a wholesale roastery that sells beans to other shops in the valley, but the fun part is taking advantage of the education offered by the knowledgeable staff and learning about the science of coffee.

Makers & Finders

With a nice mix of traditional and eclectic coffee creations, Makers & Finders is one of the best things about the growing Downtown Arts District. It has an espresso machine that was bought for the price of a small car and lattes crafted with house-made syrups. Top choices include a coconut-turmeric blend and “Mexican Spice” with four actual dry spices.