It's way better since coming under new ownership. Anybody who says otherwise is wrong and should not be taken seriously. The coffee is better. The baked goods are better. 5/5 stars. The gluten free donuts they have on the weekend are phenomenal. People with gluten intolerance have something here, now. Well done.
Michael Murty
It is a very unique place, I love the atmosphere, I love the fact that it is privately owned. But as a coffee Enthusiast I was not super impressed with my latte. The coffee cake was very good. A little different that I'm used to but I would definitely get that again. Since they are a private and locally owned business I will go back and give them a second chance. Depending on your individual taste I would highly recommend this coffee house.
EBHALE
My husband and I enjoyed a chai latte here multiple times on our visit to Idyllwild. Atmosphere is friendly and inviting. Comfy seating inside, clean bathroom and outdoor seating available.
John Aguinaldo
Great place for coffee, smoothies, blended drinks and freshly prepared pastries and snacks.
Leslie B
I ordered a banana mocha blended drink. It tasted like Folgers with a hint of banana. Definitely do not recommend. Their iced latte wasn’t any better. To top it off their banana bread was not good. Coffee is not good here, sadly. Kuddos for having a changing table in the restroom and the couches to sit on. The staff was not friendly, mainly teenagers on their phones and chatting with each other. Try Alpaca coffee instead, for good coffee.
Daniel Martini
Amazing banana bread and good coffee. Nice spot, plenty of seats and friendly crew!
Grace Waas
I love tge brownies. It’s sooo gooddd. I ordered 1, then go back for 2 more. The coffee also good. The latte and cappuccino is yum.
David Bellamy
If you are visiting Idyllwild and need a pick me up or want to enjoy a good cup of coffee then look no further. Higher Grounds rises above all the rest in more ways than one with a good cup of joe, tasty speciality drinks and some delicious eats and treats to complement your drinks!Plenty of outdoor eating to enjoy nature and an indoor space to play board games, have conversation and relax in a cabin like setting.Friendly staff and lots of parking around the shop. Highly recommend stopping by. Cheers
John379
We got a couple of cups of coffee at the High Grounds. All were excellent, service was all good as well.
stevengT798LC
Patio with views of hills and downtown. Music in the courtyard. Banana mocha too sweet but fun to try. Order the lemon bar
Best dirty chai I’ve had.. definitely better, tastier & more intense with the chai flavor then at ⭐️bucks. Staff are friendly and prompt.
Alma Ayala
Very novel place, although lots of people, we had a great time....try the White chocolate peppermint hot coco.its good
Bsk 1234
Poor COVID complianceDespite the surge in Covid cases at this time and the state mandate that everyone should wear a mask indoors I expected the barista‘s and the employees to be wearing masks but they didn’t care and were openly breathing over everyone’s food and drink -on top of that it disturbs me that if they have this disregard for the rules then they must have no regards for the rules in food hygiene. I don’t care what your personal political preferences are but you need to ensure the safety of your customers and follow the rulesDisgusting pathetic awful place
BSK1234
It is shameful when the staff serving you handling your food don’t wear a mask and it’s the mandate in the state that masks should be worn indoors -it reflects poor management ,arrogance and a complete disrespect for rules which also reflects on what rules they must follow in terms of food hygiene in the back I’m disgusted at this degree of rebelliousness against what I feel is proper safety during the peak of the Covid pandemic
Steve Maxwell
excellent coffee and treats, particularly the apricot crumb slice!
It's way better since coming under new ownership. Anybody who says otherwise is wrong and should not be taken seriously. The coffee is better. The baked goods are better. 5/5 stars. The gluten free donuts they have on the weekend are phenomenal. People with gluten intolerance have something here, now. Well done.
It is a very unique place, I love the atmosphere, I love the fact that it is privately owned. But as a coffee Enthusiast I was not super impressed with my latte. The coffee cake was very good. A little different that I'm used to but I would definitely get that again. Since they are a private and locally owned business I will go back and give them a second chance. Depending on your individual taste I would highly recommend this coffee house.
My husband and I enjoyed a chai latte here multiple times on our visit to Idyllwild. Atmosphere is friendly and inviting. Comfy seating inside, clean bathroom and outdoor seating available.
Great place for coffee, smoothies, blended drinks and freshly prepared pastries and snacks.
I ordered a banana mocha blended drink. It tasted like Folgers with a hint of banana. Definitely do not recommend. Their iced latte wasn’t any better. To top it off their banana bread was not good. Coffee is not good here, sadly. Kuddos for having a changing table in the restroom and the couches to sit on. The staff was not friendly, mainly teenagers on their phones and chatting with each other. Try Alpaca coffee instead, for good coffee.
Amazing banana bread and good coffee. Nice spot, plenty of seats and friendly crew!
I love tge brownies. It’s sooo gooddd. I ordered 1, then go back for 2 more. The coffee also good. The latte and cappuccino is yum.
If you are visiting Idyllwild and need a pick me up or want to enjoy a good cup of coffee then look no further. Higher Grounds rises above all the rest in more ways than one with a good cup of joe, tasty speciality drinks and some delicious eats and treats to complement your drinks!Plenty of outdoor eating to enjoy nature and an indoor space to play board games, have conversation and relax in a cabin like setting.Friendly staff and lots of parking around the shop. Highly recommend stopping by. Cheers
We got a couple of cups of coffee at the High Grounds. All were excellent, service was all good as well.
Patio with views of hills and downtown. Music in the courtyard. Banana mocha too sweet but fun to try. Order the lemon bar
Restaurantji Recommends
Best dirty chai I’ve had.. definitely better, tastier & more intense with the chai flavor then at ⭐️bucks. Staff are friendly and prompt.
Very novel place, although lots of people, we had a great time....try the White chocolate peppermint hot coco.its good
Poor COVID complianceDespite the surge in Covid cases at this time and the state mandate that everyone should wear a mask indoors I expected the barista‘s and the employees to be wearing masks but they didn’t care and were openly breathing over everyone’s food and drink -on top of that it disturbs me that if they have this disregard for the rules then they must have no regards for the rules in food hygiene. I don’t care what your personal political preferences are but you need to ensure the safety of your customers and follow the rulesDisgusting pathetic awful place
It is shameful when the staff serving you handling your food don’t wear a mask and it’s the mandate in the state that masks should be worn indoors -it reflects poor management ,arrogance and a complete disrespect for rules which also reflects on what rules they must follow in terms of food hygiene in the back I’m disgusted at this degree of rebelliousness against what I feel is proper safety during the peak of the Covid pandemic
excellent coffee and treats, particularly the apricot crumb slice!