Beleza Coffee Bar

Ozo is a Boulder classic. Other coffee shops have come and gone but this Ozo is convenient. There…read moreis plenty of room and the noise level is very comfortable. It's my favorite place to chill when I'm in town.

The ginger molasses latte was delicious and the perfect start to my morning! Aside from their…read morewinter drinks, there were plenty of other espresso and mocha flavors to try. Lots of seating inside so it's a great spot to study, work, or have coffee with friends. So many amazing flavors of their whole coffee beans were available for purchase. I ended up getting their house special beans and I'm looking forward to brewing it at home. Will definitely be coming back here to get my caffeine fix the next time I'm in the office!

Good Morning

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Boxcar Coffee - Pearl Cafe

4.4(481 reviews)

If you're looking for a delicious cold brew and high-quality pastry, this is definitely the place…read moreto be. I stopped by on a weekday afternoon and opted for the raspberry donut, which was incredibly fresh and tasty. It was quite busy on this weekday afternoon. There was consistently a line, so I could tell it's a popular spot. Plenty of people inside sitting at tables and on their laptops too. I only saw street parking. Not sure what else is available in the area.

Coffee shop on Pearl street with indoor seating a a few tables outside on the sidewalk. Coffee is…read moredecent. Pastries are available as well as a few breakfast dishes and lunch sandwiches. The breakfast sandwich (with sausage) was good - the bun it was on was super soft and a mismatch for the structured sandwich. It ended up being hard to eat. The Roman sandwich was ok but had too much cheese. Our coffee (drip and an oatmilk latte) were good. It was busy on a Tuesday morning at 8:30, we were lucky to get a table for two.

Inside

Passionfruit donut

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Cappuccino, mocha and hot chocolate, all with oat milk

The Laughing Goat

4.0(321 reviews)

Tried this coffee shop a couple days ago and I absolutely loved the vibe. The seating area is…read morespacious, yet cozy at the same time--definitely a place I would consider visiting on a cold, dreary day. Cozy coffee shop vibe?: Check. But how is the coffee? I'm always a bit hesitant to order black coffee (my beverage of choice) when I'm out, due to the bitterness and acidity levels, but the coffee was surprisingly smooth here. Granted, I opted for the light roast, but it's all in the way it's brewed. Considering this is Pearl Street, where things can be a bit overpriced, the prices here were quite reasonable. Plus the service here is pretty great--super friendly. I'd definitely come back if I'm ever wandering around the area.

Stopped by this spot for a latte on a rainy day. I tried a seasonal pumpkin spice latte and thought…read moreit was very good! They have super good quality espresso which shines in coffee drinks. My barista was very nice and made good recommendations based on what I was looking for. The pumpkin spice flavor was great, overall what I expected. The outside looks small, but the interior is rather spacious with a lot tables for working on a laptop. The inside has 90s/early 2000s vibe with dim, ambience lighting. This is a super solid coffee spot that should be in your Boulder coffee rotation. Bonus - they offer goat milk as a milk alternative!

Inside

Front entrance to The Laughing Goat.

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Venetian Cream

Flatiron Coffee

4.0(235 reviews)

1.4 mi

This little coffee shop is in a small strip shopping center, conveniently at the northwest corner…read moreof Arapahoe Avenue and 28th Street. We were foiled in our attempt to get coffee at The Dairy Center, but this spot was quite close. The shop is a bit crowded with lots of round tables and a small amount of counter seating facing the outside windows. There's a wall of bookshelves stocked with reading material. There's also some outside seating. The staff was friendly, but it seemed to take an extremely long time to make my girlfriend's latte. We were both tired and a bit cranky, so perhaps we were impatient. It actually took about six minutes to make that one drink, after checking my notes. Hmmm. I don't know what they do when they get busy. My girlfriend reported that her latte was fine, so I guess that's the conclusion. Pretty average.

Nestled in a little stip mall, the name couldn't be more true. Flatiron Coffee gifts you an…read moreexquisite view of the Boulder Flatirons! To me, this screams "coffee house" as opposed to a coffee shop. It reminds me of the tried and true neighborhood meet up spots for conversation, reading, and enjoying a good cup of coffee. I've popped in here numerous times over the years. Mostly for a to-go caffeine jolt before heading back to Denver. Coffee has always been solid, with an extensive menu of unique drinks. One day, I hope to spend more time sitting in the shop and appreciating the community vibes! 15 years going strong, they're clearly doing something right.

Coffee with a view

View from outside

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Coffee menu

Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse

4.1(2.1k reviews)

0.7 mi

Never been disappointed with the food and drinks here. The location is stunning and just brings you…read moreto a higher vibration and happiness upon entering. They are usually pretty busy but on a Wed afternoon, it wasn't busy at all. We got the Swedish Svamptoast and a Cream of Mushroom soup. Best part? The soup had no dairy in it! Huge win for me. I destroyed the Swedish Svamptoast in seconds, as the flavors of earthiness, tangy/citrus and the creaminess from goat cheese couldn't have melted more perfectly together. Always a great experience here.

I had the pleasure of trying Dushanbe Teahouse's afternoon tea. The story of the building is…read moreimpressive. That being said, do be aware that if you come on a hot day, it does get pretty stuffy in there. At least it was on the day that I went. The teas that I tried were yummy, but my favorites were the strawberry tea and the Lady Grey tea. The afternoon tea featured a variety of little sandwiches, pastries, and scones. It came with a jam, lemon curd and clotted cream for the scones. It was a lot of food so do go hungry. I made the mistaking of having a small lunch before this. The small sandwiches were so delicious! As well as the scones with the accompaniments. The cakes did not stand out to me in any way. If you're looking for a nice little afternoon tea with a friend, this would be a great place for that.

Corner tables

Indian Samosas

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View from booth

Trident Booksellers and Cafe

4.3(274 reviews)

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Love the music and, coffee, free internet. Service is very efficient and moderately friendly…read more Outdoor seating allows dogs.

The coffee/tea/book shop is a literal local gem in Boulder! I first found out in my undergrad when…read morea friend at the time invited me to go with them, and it's truly such a cozy, creative, wonderful place to hang out/work on hw, go to their weekly night events! I loved going in the summertime because they would have the patio fully open, with fairy lights, and stay open pretty late. They were very friendly and dog-friendly in the back patio area. I've bought a book once that was by a local artist/limited there and loved it!

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Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

4.4(9 reviews)

2.2 mi

Driving thru Boulder we stopped into Bad Ass Coffee, expecting a ho-hum coffee experience with a…read morecutesy name. The menu was a bit overwhelming, but the barista Evan (from MA so GO Pats) was friendly and patient despite the line. I got the 3 Waves coffee -- espresso with coconut, caramel, and macadamia-nut. Now my new favorite that will be impossible to replicate anywhere but here. Also grabbed the Aloha sandwich -- ham, egg, cheese w/ pineapple and BBQ sauce. Definitely unusual but it works. Outdoor seating w/ fireplace and view of the Flatirons was a nice bonus Fun fact: the name Bad Ass Coffee comes from the donkeys used to carry coffee beans down the steep hills of Hawaiian forests. Ecstatic about this because I happen to love donkeys. Overall I'm intrigued by Bad Ass Coffee. A++

The coffee was solid. I've had better BUT I'd for sure get coffee from this place again. The spam…read morebreakfast sandwich was top tier. Service was nice and it was clean in there.

Stairs to second floor

Beach bliss and melt away bar

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Wonder Press Juice

4.1(184 reviews)

Locally owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

I love this place because they have delicious, refreshing smoothies and juices but they are…read moreexpensive. Two smoothies, a Golden and a Strawberry Banana, were $27.50 without tip. Crazy Boulder prices for sure.

Tried the Apple ginger turmeric juice. The juice was pretty pricey but it's all good quality. I…read morelike the vibe of the store as well.

Turmeric latte

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Boulder Baked

4.0(346 reviews)

2.8 mi

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I've always gone here for gluten free desserts. The cupcakes are moist and not dry and crumbly like…read moremost other gluten free desserts. The staff is so kind. I went in last night and the girl who rung me up was possibly one of the friendliest, best customer service members I've ever interacted with lol! Thanks guys!

As many times I have been to Boulder Baked and not written a review is shameful. Boulder Baked is a…read morelandmark in Boulder and we go their often to pick up the yummy goodies. My favorite is their classic chocolate chip and the family like an assortment of other cookies but not matter what you get you will be happy! I am more of a cookie person than a cupcake person but they also do make some amazing cupcakes that the kids love. Anywho if you want a great baked good you can not go wrong with Boulder Baked.

Chocolate cake

Buttercream icing made in our own bakery

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Aviano Coffee Boulder

4.1(9 reviews)

1.1 mi

Fabulous coffee shop next to the Moxy in Boulder. Excellent and friendly service. Cheerful and…read morebright. They had non-dairy and gluten free options and did coffee art, all wins in my books! I would love to come back again and highly recommend if you're visiting Boulder!

Brand new this week and I decided to give it a try as some of my Denver friends had been using the…read morelocations near them for years. This is the first shop to open outside the MOXY on the Hill on the plaza attached. It was a sunny, almost spring day and worth the walk for an afternoon treat. My standard for trying a new place to get a feel of their range, is a Cortado, decaf with oat milk. And always, some tasty looking pastry. This was a successful visit. The pastries are baked locally by Dry Storage and the orange cardamom scone was small and a great treat. Much better than humongous scones tend to be, as I think they bake more evenly. It was barely warmed so the frosting would soften and the interior soft and fresh, which enhances the flavors. The Cortado was fine too. Not quite the mellow decaf I have elsewhere every morning but nicely tempered by the oat milk. Some places use too much in their milk portion of the serving and I prefer the perfect balance of them as intended. It was nicely served on a small ceramic tray with a similar sized glass of sparkling water. Seems to be a trend these days in similar coffee shops. The decor is very modern and sleek. Lots of white and gray tile and marble surfaces with industrial duct work up high on the vaulted ceiling. There is also a good selection of teas for those that prefer. The pastry selection is still quite small and will be expanded when the need arises. The staff was helpful and getting to know their shop. I'm sure when they are more practiced and they develop a regular following, they will be able to pick up the pace behind the bar. There are some unusual seating areas which not everyone will be able to use as they require some climbing, like bleachers. I'm sure one. On fall football game days, they will fill up with agile young people and they will need far more baristas in place.