Where to have a drink in Andorra: cafés, bars and relaxed spots to enjoy a long afternoon

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When the afternoon doesn’t ask for speed, but for a place to stay.

Not all pauses carry the same value.
There are afternoons when you don’t feel like a quick coffee or a night plan, but simply want a comfortable place to sit, have a drink calmly, and let time pass without having to decide anything else.

Sometimes it’s about unhurried conversation; other times, about working on your laptop in a pleasant setting, moving tasks forward at your own pace, or reading for a long stretch without interruptions. What changes is not so much the plan itself, but the rhythm at which the afternoon is lived.

In Andorra, beyond traditional bars and restaurants, there is a very specific — and often poorly defined — category of places that work especially well in the mid-afternoon: spaces where the atmosphere supports you, the pace is slow, and the offer allows you to stay, without pressure or obligation.

This selection brings together the best places to extend the afternoon in Andorra, whether you go alone, as a couple, or with friends, during the week or at the weekend.

What do we mean by “extending the afternoon”?

It’s not just about having a coffee.
These places share a number of very concrete characteristics:

• Comfortable, welcoming environments where you’re not made to feel like you’re occupying a table “for too long”.
• A flexible offer: coffee, tea, soft drinks, a glass of wine or something light to eat.
• A relaxed pace, without pressure to rotate tables or excessive noise.
• Suitable for reading, working for a while, talking or simply disconnecting.
• Places that don’t push consumption, but instead invite you to stay.

☕ Places to extend the afternoon in Andorra

Some afternoons call for calm, space and a slower rhythm. Places where you can sit without rushing, have something quietly and, if needed, read, work or simply let time go by. This first block brings together comfortable, functional spaces designed for long pauses that don’t force you to make any further decisions.

⭐ Commencal Store & Café – La Massana

One of the most distinctive spaces in the country. Although it started as a bicycle store, its café and lounge area have become a regular meeting point for a cosmopolitan expat community, drawn as much by the space as by the pace.

The atmosphere is spacious, modern and very comfortable, with a contemporary industrial style, large tables, natural light and a relaxed feel that encourages you to stay.

Ideal for having a coffee, a light bite, reading, working or taking a long break without pressure. One of those places where time passes almost without you noticing.

⭐ Starbucks – Andorra la Vella (Meritxell and Casc Antic)

A predictable option, but a very functional one.
Both locations offer comfortable seating, large tables and an atmosphere that allows you to read, work or meet someone without feeling time pressure.

It’s not a distinctive experience, but it is a practical and reliable solution when you’re looking for a quiet place to extend the afternoon without complications.

⭐ Tim Hortons – Andorra la Vella

Tim Hortons works very well for informal afternoons.
Often described as the “Canadian Starbucks”, it combines coffee, bakery items and light food options in a spacious, comfortable and unpretentious setting designed for lingering.

It’s especially suitable when you’re looking for a long but relaxed pause — whether to read, work for a while or meet someone — without the need for high spending or a restaurant format. A practical, no-fuss option for extending the afternoon calmly.

⭐ Viena – Andorra la Vella / Santa Coloma

Although it’s a chain, Viena fits surprisingly well into this concept.
Its spaces are usually large, bright and comfortable, with a varied offer that allows you both to have a drink or eat something light.

A practical and pleasant option for extending the afternoon at an easy pace, especially if you value comfort and flexibility.

⭐ Bar de la Plaça del Poble – Andorra la Vella

The Bar de la Plaça del Poble is a simple but very functional option for extending the afternoon calmly.
A large space, a quiet atmosphere and a central location make it suitable for sitting without hurry, having a drink and letting time pass without pressure.

It doesn’t aim for sophistication or a standout gastronomic proposal, but precisely for that reason it works well as a true pause, especially for conversation, reading or simply staying a while in a comfortable, relaxed environment.

⭐ NENA – Andorra la Vella

NENA is a more discreet and contained option, but with a very pleasant and carefully designed space, especially suited to quiet afternoons.
It works well for sitting calmly, having a drink and staying without rush in a serene, welcoming atmosphere, with a terrace when the weather allows — which further encourages lingering.

In addition to coffee and drinks, it stands out for its well-made, recognisable grilled sandwiches, ideal for accompanying a long pause without committing to a full meal. It’s not a large space nor designed for big groups, but precisely because of that it’s well suited to reading, calm conversation or a moment of disconnection.

🍺 Social afternoons and long conversations

As the afternoon moves on, the rhythm changes. It’s no longer so much about silence or concentration, but about conversation, sharing and letting time stretch, without yet entering night-time mode. These places work especially well for meeting someone, having a beer or a drink calmly, and letting the afternoon evolve naturally.

⭐ Lola – Andorra la Vella

Lola is one of those spaces that works well at any time of the afternoon.
A carefully curated atmosphere, pleasant light and an offer that adapts easily to the moment: coffee, wine or something to share.

It’s especially suitable for long conversations over a beer, meeting without fixed schedules and turning an ordinary pause into a relaxed, enjoyable moment. No excess, but plenty of personality.

⭐ Blót – Canillo / Andorra la Vella

Blót fits perfectly when the afternoon starts moving towards early evening.
Its proposal, focused both on wine and on a broad, well-selected beer list, is paired with a calm gastronomic approach that allows a relaxed afternoon to become something more special, without entering night mode.

It’s not a place to rush, but to sit down, share, taste and let the afternoon naturally stretch.

⭐ Baco – Andorra la Vella

Baco is a good option when the afternoon calls for a more mature, composed tone centred on wine and conversation.
It works particularly well for sitting calmly, sharing a glass and letting the afternoon extend without hurry, in a quiet, intimate setting.

It’s not a space for working or reading, but for long conversations that naturally evolve towards early evening, without needing to change location.

⭐ Cal Marquet – Escaldes-Engordany

Cal Marquet is a very good option when the afternoon calls for a gastronomic touch, without becoming a formal meal.
Located in the heart of Escaldes, it offers a pleasant, welcoming space to sit calmly, have a drink and share well-thought-out tapas, ideal for extending the afternoon with intention.

It’s not a place for working on a laptop or for silent pauses, but it works perfectly for relaxed conversation, light bites and a natural transition towards the end of the day, without rigidity.

⭐ El Raval – Andorra la Vella

El Raval works well when the afternoon starts to ask for a more social tone, without yet becoming night-time.
A comfortable place to meet, have a drink calmly and extend the conversation as the day moves on, especially from mid-afternoon onwards.

It’s not designed for working or reading in silence, but for letting the afternoon gradually transform into evening, without haste or abrupt changes of pace.

⭐ 13,5 – Andorra la Vella

13,5 is a good option when the afternoon already feels a bit more lively, but without fully entering the night.
It works well for meeting up, having a drink calmly and letting the conversation stretch as the space gradually comes to life.

It’s not a place for silence or laptop work, but for unhurried social afternoons — the kind with no clear end time, that naturally evolve.

🌆 When you don’t want to change places in the evening

Some days, the plan doesn’t have a clear end time. Places where you can start in mid-afternoon and continue without having to move when the sun goes down. This final block brings together spaces with real continuity into the evening, ideal when you’re looking for comfort, atmosphere and the peace of not having to make any further decisions.

⭐ Hesperia Terrace – Escaldes-Engordany

A very solid option when the afternoon calls for fresh air, some movement and continuity into the evening.
The Hesperia terrace combines comfort, a good location and a relaxed yet lively atmosphere, ideal for having a drink calmly as the afternoon progresses.

It works especially well for informal meetings, long conversations or pauses without a fixed end time. It doesn’t seek absolute silence, but rather a pleasant balance between space, atmosphere and a relaxed pace.

⭐ Red Bar (UNNIC) – Andorra la Vella

A space with a welcoming, cosmopolitan atmosphere that works very well when the afternoon wants to stretch without urgency.
At the Red Bar, the combination of drinks, music and ambience makes you stop watching the clock and let conversation take over the table.

Ideal for afternoons where you want to meet someone, move from coffee to wine or cocktails and continue talking without time pressure. A perfect option for letting the afternoon extend naturally, with calm and a soft sense of life around you.

⭐ Sports Bar (UNNIC) – Andorra la Vella

If your afternoon calls for a bit more activity — conversation, a slightly more animated atmosphere and the option to follow what’s happening on screens — the UNNIC Casino Sports Bar makes perfect sense.

A place to meet from mid-afternoon and watch the rhythm of the day blend with sport, conversation and a well-chosen drink, without fully entering night-time.

⭐ Lobby Bar Hotel Plaza – Andorra la Vella

A different alternative for those seeking an extra level of tranquillity.
Comfortable sofas, relative silence and attentive service that allows you to enjoy a coffee, a drink or a glass of wine in complete calm.

A very good place to extend the afternoon in an elegant, discreet and relaxed environment.

⭐ Terrace and lounge Andorra Park Hotel – Andorra la Vella

One of the most pleasant options when looking to extend the afternoon in an open, calm and carefully maintained environment.
Andorra Park Hotel offers generous spaces — especially its terrace in good weather — where you can have a drink calmly, talk without noise and let the afternoon pass without pressure.

It works particularly well for relaxed meetings, long conversations or simply sitting with a drink in a green, quiet setting, just minutes from the centre but with a real sense of pause. A very fitting option when calm, space and continuity into the evening are key.

⭐ Prat del Roure – Escaldes-Engordany

Prat del Roure is a very interesting option when you’re looking for space, calm and genuine continuity of opening hours.
With a wide, pleasant setting, it works well for sitting comfortably, having a drink and extending the afternoon without haste, in an open, lightly charged atmosphere.

Unlike smaller venues, its value lies in its spaciousness and the sense of pause it provides, allowing you to stay comfortably into the evening. The fact that dinner is also served means the afternoon can naturally evolve, without the need to change locations.

It’s not designed for working or silent stays, but for calm conversation, relaxed meetings and long afternoons in a central Escaldes setting.

⭐ Bar Roc Blanc – Escaldes-Engordany

The Roc Blanc bar can work as an occasional option for extending the afternoon, especially on good-weather days thanks to its terrace.
The atmosphere is calm and unhurried, suitable for having a drink quietly in an open setting.

It’s not, however, a space designed for long stays or laptop work, and the offer is closer to that of a traditional café. A correct alternative if you’re looking for fresh air and a pause, but not the most complete option in this selection.

Another way to experience afternoons in Andorra

Extending the afternoon is not a question of schedules, but of space.
All these places share the same idea: offering a real pause, without pressure or obligation, where time stops being a problem and becomes part of the experience.

In Andorra, knowing where to go makes the difference between having a coffee and enjoying a truly good moment.

This article aims to be a living guide. If you know of a place that fits this spirit, or if any of the venues mentioned has changed location, concept or opening hours, you can let us know through the contact form. Keeping criteria up to date is also part of making it useful.

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Last review: December 2025