Yes, black coffee is listed as a clear liquid that can usually be taken until 2 hours before surgery. The sources also say clear liquids, including black coffee, are typically allowed up to 2 hours before anesthesia, while solid food is usually stopped at least 6 hours before. Coffee with milk or cream is not covered by these sources, so the clear-liquid rule is the one they support.

If your team gives you a different fasting plan, follow that plan. Verify the exact plan with your surgical or anesthesia team in case they want something different for you.