6 Best Coffee Shops in Nelson

“2024 Empire is the best coffee shop in Nelson hands down.

Great coffee everytime, super consistent, tons of options for snacks and bakery including great gluten free choices. The sandwiches are excellent and great prices, all can be subbed with Gluten free bun or sourdough for $2.

Bourbon Chicken Sandwich might the best thing you can eat in town with $15.

Dietary restrictions: Excellent gluten free options, any sandwhich can be subbed for a gf bun or sourdough, lots of gf options for baking including cookies, muffins, bars, banana bread, etc.“

“Some of the best hotdogs and milkshakes ever! Their milkshakes are very decent size (two big scoops) so make sure you are not too full! Great staff and awesome patio to enjoy the weather. Lots of free parking in the residential area behind at the top of the hill.“

“I ordered a 16oz breve with an espresso shot ($5.50+0.75), and a breakfast bun on the croissant with banana peppers ($7+$1+$0.25). The cream in the breve added enough sweetness I didn't need to add sugar - very good coffee. I found the light amount of seasoning in the breakfast bun really elevated it beyond something similar I'd make at home, but I'd still find it hard to justify the cost for something that left me relatively hungry still.

The building itself is gorgeous. The wooden beams and columns are beautiful, and an abundance of skylights and windows let in lots of light. I arrived around 10am on a Wednesday and the place was packed full with customers. The seating area inside is rather small, so it was a bit noisy with all the conversations, but not enough that I wouldn't be able to chat with someone next to me. Overall, I enjoyed the atmosphere.

Service was fast and courteous. The servers drop food off at a pre-determined spot and call out the name for the order. I wish the staff called out names louder; I would have missed my order if I weren't more vigilant.“

“We came from out of province for a wedding. She was so incredible with our daughter. Our daughter won't stop talking about all the fun they had and asking when she can play with her new best friend again. Words can't express how easy and comfortable she made everything. 100/10 would recommend.“

“Love the Hume Hotel! Great staff, great food, great drinks, always a good experience!“

“This has to be the best cafe in Nelson. I love the owner, Daylen, and her wonderful staff; always keen to give great service with a smile.
Their muffins, of course, are the BEST in town, but everything else they do is sensational as well. The vibe in this cafe is always cozy, regardless of the time of year.

I will never stop recommending this coffee shop to everyone in town! The Very BEST! :)

Dietary restrictions: Vast variety of dietary need variations. Their menu is wonderful and their in-house made nut milks are superb!“