Özerlat Coffee (Cyprus)

Özerlat Coffee is Cyprus's oldest dry coffee roastery, operating continuously since 1917 in Lefkosia. Founded by great-grandfather Derviş Tahmis, who began roasting coffee in his home on Ermou Street over a century ago, the business has remained a family operation dedicated to exceptional quality across 107 years. Today, Özerlat sources premium coffee beans and roasts them daily in-house to ensure every cup reaches customers at peak freshness. Each batch is carefully roasted using precise roasting profiles developed to guarantee perfect flavor in every serving. The café, established in the Lefkosia Arasta district during the 1980s as their original roasting facility, has been thoughtfully transformed into a welcoming space where coffee enthusiasts can explore coffee culture while honoring the business's rich heritage. The atmosphere bridges history and modernity—guests enjoy their coffee in a location steeped in tradition while experiencing contemporary café culture. Özerlat caters to discerning coffee lovers, those interested in Cypriot heritage and artisanal craftsmanship, and anyone seeking authentically roasted specialty coffee. Their commitment to direct sourcing and small-batch roasting sets them apart in the market, offering a genuinely local experience backed by over a century of family expertise and tradition.