49 Best Coffee Shops in Boulder

“We stopped at the Charleston location and not only was the coffee great the employees were so kind! DeeDee was the best and wrote such lovely messages on our coffee. You gotta stop at this place if you are visiting Charleston!“

“Great food and good service! The avocado toast was great and the pancake tower was delicious. Overall a wonderful experience. Server was incredibly nice.

Kid-friendliness: You get a keepsake if you do the whole tea experience thing“

“The staff are so friendly!“

“Builds community and creates a safe space. Cute environment (monthly all-king drag show every first monday)“

“Awesome coffee! The employee was super helpful in helping me decide between the different coffee varieties and shared information about their tasting notes and preparation methods. They have a nice selection of pastries (including some gluten free options but they're in the same area as the gluten ones so probably avoid if you have celiac). Looking forward to coming again!“

“A wonderful experience if you've never tried mushroom and fused coffees and drinks! also provides a relaxing space to get work done or to meet up with a friend.“

“Heerlijke cappuccino!!! De zelfgemaakte cake kan ik van harte aanbevelen!“

“The single best 'sleeper' cafe on the front range.

I swear this cafe has better breakfast than 95% of the bougie spots my wife takes me, and they cost 1/3 the price!

Get your self a a premium quality breakfast at a price that seems like its from 2010. Do yourself a favor and check this place out. You won't regret it!!!“

“This is the greatest place on earth… Ok but really, this place is 10/10. The staff is incredible, the tea and coffee SLAP, and this is one of the coziest places to chill at. Literally, Pearl Street and Boulder would turn to trash if it wasn’t for Trident. 10/10, best store/cafe in Colorado and the entire South West. Support this amazing place!“

“Cool beans, as the kids say“

“I went with my little sister for the first time and we absolutely loved it. She ate all the balls and started to spit them at me. It was so cute cause she’s so small (like me). I absolutely recommend this place for anyone who likes matcha boba. I got the median size and it was perfect. It was sweet and had a lot of the tapioka balls. The view was beautiful. I just love looking at the mountains. It reminds me of beauty. This place is awesome and I totally recommend for boba lovers.“

“Good coffee and Latte, a place to hang out in comfy chairs. Great atmosphere and the staff is friendly. Makes for an easy Sunday morning!“

“If you want good coffee & cookies with that homemade taste, you need to visit this Cafe. The ambience is very inviting as well.“

“An absolutely wonderful restaurant! Great food! And Great staff! ??❤️“

“What I Loved
- the space is really neat. Something about the ambiance here is really great.
- the music was nice and mellow but not too mellow which I just really loved. Perfect for studying and working.
- They have live music.
- There is a lot of seating. Even at a pretty busy time, I was able to find a spot with a charger. When the music stage area isn't being used, it had tables and chairs for extra seating options. Really great idea.
- the ac isn't blasting, making it feel like winter indoors when it's 98 degrees outside. Thank you! ❤️
- i came here because of a comment mentioning the strong wifi. It did not disappoint.

What Could be Improved:
- a barista told me their black iced tea was uncaffeinated. I would love a response here to learn if this is true. It's my understanding that black teas contain high amounts of caffeine, second to black coffee. Because I am a strange human and have a sensitivity to caffeine, I didn't drink it just in case.“

“First time in Colorado and needed to find some good coffee. Google had a ton of suggestions, so I blindly picked here. SUCH good coffee. Had and iced Ethiopian blend as well as a single origin Hondorus espresso. Staff was super friendly and offered suggestions. Definitely will come back if I’m ever in the area.

PS: Very large dining area, so it was easy to find a seat. Not always the case in cafes with good coffee!“

“Best Vanilla Latte I have had to this point.“

“If you appreciate a great cup of coffee, this is a must-stop when visiting Pear St. However, if you're like me, and drink coffee more for the variety of milks and syrups you can add to it, this place is just another coffee shop (albeit a little pricier).

I did like their large menu of flavored mochas (see picture), and some of the baked goods looked delectable. However, the breakfast sandwiches and burritos tasted like they were pre-made and warmed up upon ordering (preformed egg rounds, undercooked bacon). That's fine when I'm at Starbucks at paying less than $5, but for nearly $9 I expect more.

The vibe inside is chill. There is a seating area up front by the windows and another down the back hall. The baristas are friendly and service is fast considering how many people were lining up on the Sunday afternoon when we visited.

If you don't want to sit inside there are handful of outdoor tables that let you people watch while enjoying your coffee.“

“When we lived in Boulder this would be our favorite weekend study spot with the well spaced and very comfy chairs and couches. They have a big selection of teas and tasty coffees. Their food is also really well made and tasty as well as some doughnuts from a local spot that are the best old fashion I’ve ever had. High recommend Red Rock to everyone.“

“What a great place! Love it!“

“My first time here and I can tell I’m going to come back. I just ordered a macchiato and the coffee flavor itself is excellent. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve ordered an espresso drink that I’ve had to drown in milk and sugar in order for it to be drinkable, but this was perfect on its own. Also loved the warm vibe, fun jewelry and crafts for sale, and the plant selection. Not to mention a grassy area out front for my pup to lounge in while I enjoyed my drink. All around great coffee shop!“

“Ordered via DoorDash a coffee and burrito and wanted “utensils”. I got this message on a paper sack and it made me giggle. “Sorry we don’t really have utensils for burritos considering their form factored design we do have spoons though, so here’s a spoon.” So subtly hilarious ? oh and coffee and burrito were just what I needed“

“thank you Ben for fixing my flat tire!“

“Chill place to hang out and enjoy some coffee. Plenty of space and a variety of seating options. Reasonable prices. Plenty of place to charge if you need. T.v.s (on mute) to enjoy as well depending of your taste.

Wheelchair accessibility: Commerical entry doors not automatic tho just fyi.“

“A wonderful little coffee shop. Quiet, cozy, sunny, but, not hot, the coffee is far less expensive than other shops, and, the show and sell artwork by local artists. I find that, once I get my coffee and start working I get a lot accomplished. It’s also a short walk from my home.“

“This place is great. The tour is worth going on and definitely worth the $5. There is free tea tasting of dozens of teas and their gift shop is fantastic! If you love tea, tea cups, mugs, and the like, then this is a great stop.
(This was my 3rd trip here but my first tour)“

“Great vibes. Food was wonderful. Bree (sp) was our server. Very accommodating and friendly. An asset to your organization.“

“Delicious hot buttered coffee!“

“I got a cappuccino and a drip coffee. Service was great, and the cafe had a nice vibe. The drip coffee was alright, but the cappuccino was far too hot and thin, and the espresso was dissatisfactory. I did not specify a wet cappuccino, and would if I were to go back. 5 stars because I don’t believe my experience to necessarily be representative of the cafe, and I do not believe in star rating systems.“

“I ordered a lavender Italian soda, which was delicious. The service was very nice and I felt comfortable in the space. It was my first visit, and (I assumed it was the owner) offered me a free pastry, which was above and beyond normal service and care. It was a very good experience.“

“Great food, friendly people. Love that place! 👍“

“Really good gelato. Definitely worth it.“

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“This is a convenient location for all the people who work in the surrounding office park. OZO offers a small but diverse selection of breakfast options - pastries, breakfast sandwich, and four varieties of breakfast burritos. The cold brew coffee (served over ice) is fine. This location has a strong brewery aroma due to its location in the same building as Upslope Brewing, so it's a different atmosphere (literally) than most coffee shops.“

“Great coffee and the most friendly staff around. <3“

“I have (so far) visited La Colombe Coffee in Boulder at Wholefoods Market 5-6 times. I usually get the Mocha or the Black and Tan cold brew. Usually Ruth is behind the counter and she is always very pleasant and helpful :). I love La Colombe coffee for the taste and also for the fact that I find it less bitter, thus it sits with me better than other's I have tried. In short always a good experience!!!“

“I love Whole Foods. This location, in particular, gets two big thumbs up from me for their wide selection of vegan items. The hot bar usually has several vegan options that are always delicious, and you may even be lucky enough to snag a vegan breakfast sandwich/burrito and/or some vegan donuts if you get there early enough! The bakery also serves some vegan pastries and desserts. I'm a big sucker for donuts and the ones they put out are awesome.“

“Best coffee shop in Boulder - happy, vibrant, kickass staff that seems to always be smiling. Wonderful coffee that isn't priced like everything else on Pearl Street. Great entertainment and support for local music and a very welcoming and chill place to study, write, create, or work. The owners are super friendly and on point when it comes to creating an open, welcoming space for all.“

“I absolutely love this place, especially this location. They have so many options for drinks, even for those who aren’t into caffeine, and the staff is always very kind and helpful! This is the perfect place to catch up on some work or meet a friend for coffee!

Vegetarian options: More veggie options than not“

“One of my favorite coffee shops in town! Kind baristas, a wide selection of freshly made pastries, drinkable espresso, interesting seasonal drinks. My favorites are the ham and cheese croissant and the refillable drip coffee. I hop around the menu quite a bit too, and I’ve always enjoyed what I’ve ordered.

(The only downside is the lack of places to charge electronics)“

“Thank you for making my day, with something you do everyday!“

“I love exploring this market. Food is so fresh, with many many healthy options. Any level of dietary need can be found here. I love being able to browse the food bars for a quick but delicious lunch. Put a plate together and sit on the patio to enjoy. Love this place.“

“Great place to meet. Throwback coffee shop. Hyper local.“

“Amazing coffee. These guys know their stuff when it comes to the proper roast for any bean. I don't know of any other local roaster that is getting single origin coffee from a specific plantation. That's what Ive been calling micro origin when I describe it to my friends. Then you add the Red Cherry Project on top of that! Amazing.“

“Excellent coffee from a rad guy! Highly recommend!“

“besides the homeless yellin & kickin its cool the most ( frothiest ) milk ive ever had in my coffee“

“Talk about a man who knows how to make coffee! This is truly the best Starbucks location for miles around. Charlie has an actual passion for the coffee concoctions and always goes out of his way to make the drinks custom and to taste. I struggle every time at any other Starbucks for the consistency that Charlie offers every morning. He not only cares to make the drinks how you order them, but offers suggestions and details about how certain elements blend together like cocoa powder and vanilla. I love starting my day here and Starbucks is lucky to have someone like Charlie working behind the counter. Charlie should be training all the baristas from here to Denver. It’s unbelievable the various ways each Starbucks location will make the same drink. Charlie does it best. Thank you!“

“Rooms: The room we had was a king room. It was clean and had plenty of fresh towels. There was a heavy smell of cologne in the room when we entered but that was really the only negative aspect we encountered.

Walkability: This is near the pearl street mall attraction and there was plenty of bars, restaurants and shopping.“

“Great coffee and the most friendly staff around. <3“