6/19/2021 2nd Visit Exceptional quality, service, and business values that we're excited to support!
We loaded up on Americanos to caffeinate the adults and breakfasty goodness for the whole family, and snagged another bag of "The Answer" for our CA to WI trip. Pure deliciousness! Plus, they were able to fill our travel mug with drip, so we're happy to have that option available again to reduce our waste. Yay!
4/3/2021 1st Visit We stayed in Grand Junction last night, during a long roadtrip, and needed a caffeine jumpstart to the day. This was an excellent find!
They took great care in making our americanos, and the shots were pulled perfectly. My husband and I have been in the habit of ordering triple shots with a dash of cream, considering how weak and tasteless many coffee shops pull their espresso; however, we truly didn't need the "extras" in these drinks! The staff was also exceptionally helpful in answering my questions about bean processing and brew ratios, as we needed some coffee for our destination, and I intended to buy a bag of beans.
Feeling so welcomed and impressed with their service, I was tempted to order a con panna. Unfortunately, they didn't have whipped cream, so I'll make myself one later with their beans. I was given the impression from other reviews that this business holds high standards for ethical and environmentally-conscious operation, so it makes sense to limit menu offerings to meet these standards. The mention of these values was one of the reasons why I wanted to spend my money here, as opposed to national chain businesses. Plus, it's best to support local business whenever possible!
I especially appreciated their attention to pandemic precautions and safety measures, as this trip was to help care for an older family member.
I didn't set out to write such a lengthy review, but I hope describing my experience helps others decide if this is the place for their next caffeine fix. Thank you,...
Read moreespresso tastes rich and smooth. notes are strong and not too acidic. they use cat and cloud as they’re roaster (which in my opinion is high quality). the aesthetic is quite different from any other cafe i’ve been too. it’s very 70’s themed decor and has lots of seating and cute tables and lamps. perfect for study or lounging in a comfy chair. the service was pleasant and laid-back. we ordered a macadamia nut liquid gold (a mouthful to say but a must try to drink), biscuits and gravy, and the “cheap trick” (avo toast). there has never been a coffee shop i’ve been to that offers macadamia nut milk, and it was so smooth and creamy. i was quite surprised. biscuits and gravy were mid. gravy seemed a bit bland and meh, but it was still good. they have good chunks of sausage in it. “cheap trick” was good. they give you just one toast (pretty small) and a side salad with this tasty vinaigrette. i put the greens on top of my toast with the vinaigrette drizzled on top. it really went well all together. they offer traditional sized coffee drinks as well as 8, 12, and 16oz sizes for a latte. i got an 8oz latte and it was just perrrfect. simply delectable. one of the best lattes in grand junction I ASSURE YOU. they have pastries as well (vegan) but the selection was pretty slim. they have wifi and some trinkets for purchasing. parking lot is small but doesn’t get too packed (we came on a saturday morning). really really recommend if you’re looking for great coffee and wholesome...
Read moreI love this place, truly. It's been my coffee shop of choice in GJ for years. Their coffee on its own is excellent and well worth it. However, I finally tried eating here today and it was... Not good. I spent $11 for the tiniest slice of "toast" I've ever seen in my life, complete with scant toppings on it and a few chunks of pineapple on the side.
It felt so expensive for what I received that I let out a sad laugh when I realized how much I had just spent for this. I'm not a good cook, I could have made a larger iteration of this "meal" for $1.00 at home in 5 minutes. I get that costs are rising everywhere right now, but it's unreasonable to charge anyone $11.00 for the toast dishes they have here. I could see $6.00 as it's more of a snack.
I'm all about supporting local, and I'll still recommend them for anyone looking for a good coffee shop. The food is very disappointing though, I'll definitely steer people clear if they want a reasonably priced, well prepared and worthwhile, breakfast. Disappointed for sure. It wasn't even tasty or unique, which at least would've made me feel better about what I was paying for. This toast reminds me of what I would call a "sorrow meal" - one that you make for yourself at 2:00 AM in a fit of desperation using whatever ingredients you have leftover in the fridge before your...
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