50 Best Coffee Shops near Manitou Springs

“From the moment I stepped into The Loft, I knew I had stumbled onto something truly special. In all my travels it’s truly rare to find a place where every detail, from the warmth of the welcome to the last sip of coffee, feels so thoughtfully and lovingly curated. The service here has always been Impeccable. It’s not just professional, it’s personal. I remember stumbling into this humble establishment the first day I moved to Manitou. I had just completed my first run around town and needed a pick me up. Little did I know that I would fall in love with their dirty chai and homemade desserts. From my first step in the door till now, the staff remembered my name and the nuances of my favorite drinks. Not once have I ever felt rushed or overlooked… instead, Ive always been cared for in a way that makes me feel like I truly matter. That level of attention is rare and deeply appreciated. You can taste the commitment that the kitchen staff puts in every dish. Fresh ingredients, inventive yet comforting flavors, and enticing presentations keep me coming back to try every seasonal option. Whether you're after a hearty breakfast, a delicate pastry, or a soul satisfying lunch, this place delivers on all fronts, but I must reiterate that what really sets this cafe apart is the magic feeling the staff and owners curate. There’s a quiet magic here, a sense of belonging, of being known and seen. I’ve never felt more at home in a public space. It’s more than a meal or a coffee stop, it’s an experience I enjoy returning to again and again. Thank you all for creating such a place and for the consistent dedication and service to our community.“

“Great food great hot chocolate great atmosphere“

“Such an amazing fun place!! The onion rings are the absolute best I’ve ever had! The portions are huge and the atmosphere was perfect! My dog got loved on by everyone who worked there! 🥰. We will definitely be back!!“

“Avoid this place at all costs!!! The staff are the rudest people. Absolutely no excuse for the attitude and poor service“

“Friendly staff, local feel. Awesome cow artwork. Coffee was delicious! Hope to try ice cream sometime soon. So glad I stumbled upon this shop. BLT pretty darn good too. ! 10 stars“

“In Colorado for our 30 year anniversary from Virginia. We just stumbled in this week and so glad we did because Jives quickly became our favorite! Staff were so friendly, coffee and food were great! Loved the Red Moon coffee! You have to check this place out!“

“My daughter and I tried Solid Ground for the first time today and it was wonderful. Our drinks were delicious and the atmosphere was was so inviting.“

“Best coffee I’ve found in America while visiting from Aus ☺️ highly recommend!!“

“I LOVE this place. The coffee and staff are so kind and welcoming! Unique selections. We are in town from Omaha visiting and talked with some locals. They were so friendly and welcoming to Colorado Springs. We hope to come by again before we head home!!“

“Spectacular single origin coffee that is roasted in house to perfection! The owners and staff are extremely friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful experience!“

“A group of about ten of us went to Loyal after a memorial service for our friend and the baristas were so kind and generous to us. Thank you for helping to make the day better. Your kindness to strangers was a bigger blessing than you will ever know.“

“Perfect Latte (really), excellent atmosphere, super nice people.“

“Love the ducky cups! It was my first time at KB and i came on the right day!“

“My favorite place to enjoy a coffee, create new friendships, and nurture current existing friendships.“

“I love this place. So dang friendly!!! Great coffee options. And the dogs always get a treat, too!! Buy coffee here! And the breakfast sandwiches are delicious ;)“

“I stopped by a couple days while in town. The coffee was great, and the employees were very friendly and welcoming. I recommend 100% and I'll be stopping in again when I'm in town.“

“Great coffee and amazing staff! If you’re looking for great coffee, kind people, and a place that truly cares about its community, this is it. Highly recommend!“

“Where have you been all my life? No really. This is an amazing place that’s quite out of the way and serves great coffee. The staff were super friendly and the vibe is awesome. Plus they have their own roasterie available for tours. Thanks for a great cup of coffee!“

“Just wanna say that We had the best coffee experience at Dutch Bros last weekend. Not only for the most delicious peppermint Coffee but the most amazing and most warm costumer serving we ever had in the time we spend in Colorado Springs. Starting from the guy in parking lot to all the guys inside the store. The vibe was awesome that we have to come back the next day and the next day ❤️ thank you guys and keep up the what y’all doing. Hope to see y’all next time we’re in town 🫶🤘🏼😆 all love and appreciation from the H-TOWN ✌️😙“

“Very nice place, good priced for teas and coffee. Visited for the first time on Saturday, will be back more often! Just off the Rock Island Trail.“

“Stopped by here last night before visiting the haunted house for something to warm us up and a nice, young woman greeted us and made some delicious coffees! We were also pleasantly surprised that they were now serving egg nog! A wonderful little oasis in a seemingly gloomy parking lot. Highly recommend.“

“I stopped by a couple days while in town. The coffee was great, and the employees were very friendly and welcoming. I recommend 100% and I'll be stopping in again when I'm in town.“

“I highly recommend this place. The staff is friendly and welcoming. I sat there for a few hours and had conversation with the staff with other customers. I love being able to sit somewhere and have biblical conversations and being in a space that is inviting and welcoming to everyone. I watched a different customers come in and some of them they knew their name and if they didn’t, they would stand there and get to know them. It’s a great place.“

“Too many coffee shops in the Springs to tolerate poor business practices. Your employees, including your manager, do not know how to make the box of Joe or do a refund? If that is in fact, true, it should be taken off the menu as you are setting your employees up for failure. Only one employee working Saturday at 9. The owner said I should have be tolerant because they are a small family business. Wow. Just shocked at his approach and this validated my opinion of a poorly executed business plan. I am very surprised you are still in business. You might want to invest in a real point of cell platform. If you have to go into the backend to do a refund that leaves you employees in a bind. Some additional training on customer service might be impactful as well. Some advice… Employees should not greet people when they walk in with… You’re just gonna have to wait. All of these. People are in front of you. That has the potential to make a customer who spent $57 online for your coffee. When you couldn’t produce, I requested a refund and was told by your employee that she doesn’t know how to do the refunds either. And then, I was told by the manager you had to go in on the back-end to get a refund. That’s ridiculous. At least invest in Square if you aren’t going to train your employees.“

“Great coffee & creative meals...pleasant, personable staff..quiet space and soothing 2 my soul when I take a break from the demands of my ministry job.“

“Found this close to the house. Nice outside seating for those perfect days.“

“We visited Drip Queen for the first time today. The owner was very friendly and helpful. The seating very comfortable- velvet longed chairs. The jazz was flowing from the speakers. We were provided hand towels before dining- very nice touch. I started with a dessert- London Fog Afgogato. Cool and refreshing. We then had the gouda and bacon stuffed mushrooms- soooo good!. Finally we had stuffed clams. Those were yummy as well. I could taste a little Old Bay in them. Yummy! We'll be back“

“The coffee was delicious and the staff was very polite and friendly!“

“The team here is so kind and the house brew is delicious! I also got the breakfast burrito and it was fantastic. The owner Eric is very kind welcoming. From the decor, to the music, to the furniture, this place is a dream for those looking for vintage charm. If you enjoy warm, welcoming coffee shops with old-school vibes, a delicious menu, and reasonable prices, this is the spot for you!“

“Had the spooky flight today and it was absolutely delicious! This is one of my favorite coffee places. Amazing drinks, food, and service!“

“They have the best Taco Salad.“

“Nice atmosphere and staff.“

“Making jewelry makes you hungry 😋 Lox bagel & Jasmine green tea 🍵 Cafe Leo is so wonderful. The staff is beyond impressive! With their positive, friendly, welcoming attitudes! The food is delish! Always tastes fresh! Their tea selection is outstanding! 💖🌈🎉☀️ I love how friendly the customers are too!“

“Highly recommend the tour! Mike did a great job explaining the history of the castle. One MUST go and see totally worth it!!!“

“Great coffee & creative meals...pleasant, personable staff..quiet space and soothing 2 my soul when I take a break from the demands of my ministry job.“

“Great flavors and variety of topping. Staff is always friendly.“

“Amazing coffee! Better food! And the sweetest of staff! “Rin” recommended menu items, customized my order, and called me by name when delivering my sourdough breakfast sandwich that was utterly divine. She & Rheanna make a great, personable, and comedic team of baristas! It’s nice seeing people that like people and enjoy their job!“

“Great atmosphere and very relaxing seating. The latte and blueberry pat bar was amazing!!“

“My favorite coffee shop-such a different menu with plenty of variety. Fast and friendly service❤️ If you’re ever in Sweetwater Texas stop by there! My niece and nephew own that location and we love it 😍“

“I like the coffee and the almond croissants. Staff is very friendly. Something I don’t like, very slow and the place needs some maintenance, like chairs are broken and the bathroom. Add some more seating.“

“AVALANCHE. mmmmhmmmmm. Soo yummy“

“I absolutely love the folks that work at the w. Colorado location, they make my day every morning!!! updated: 7/8/22: they did it again what a great group of people, absolutely love them“

“Friendly staff! Tasty drinks!!“

“The coffee is great. I worked here though and the ow er that runs the shop was extremely abusive to his employees. I only lasted a couple of weeks. I couldn't take it. And frankly we were all terrified of him. Edit: This was the founder. I don't know if there is new management.“

“Great place, very pretty and clean atmosphere. The staff was sweet and attentive. Really liked Macha latte. The same owners as monses so they have pupusas!!!! I“

“Great spot to waste some time on a weekend. Rico's has some great seasonal coffee options, my favorite being the white chocolate huckleberry latte. The checkout process is much more linear than it was in the past and their rewards program is worth signing up for. Their food options are solid for a quick bite. The quiche is packed with eggy/veggie goodness and a thin crust. The lemon berry mascarpone cake is glorious when allowed to sit at room temp for a few minutes. Soft and fluffy, there is a slight twang in the cake that balances the sweetness in the mascarpone filling.“

“Can’t go wrong with anything they serve whether it’s sweet or savory. I like it all. Plus they have the best staff out there who are super friendly and kind.“

“This Starbucks location is always so friendly and personable. I really like how even when I order through the mobile app (99% of the time) and I rush in and out of there, the employees always always acknowledge customers with at least a greeting and/or a ‘thank you’. I sometimes go just a little further to order from here rather than my neighborhood location. Great job Starbucks at Shops at Briargate!👏🏼 Thanks for excellent, personable service!“