Great staff ambiance and food is fresh and made with lovin! [[HIGHLIGHT]]People were enjoying the bay windows and cushions and sunlight[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]good vibes[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I woke up one cold misty morning and wanted something warm in a cup that wasn't hot tea (me and caffeine broke up a while ago). I ended up craving a cherry blossom matcha latte. First off to make sure it wasn't a fluke I called and they confirmed! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Finally when I came into the cafe it was cute and warm and inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The barista/cashier was great. I really enjoyed the experience. read more

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really nice servers and the coffee tasted good! they also gave my wife a free sticker!

I was a little discouraged about this place at first because I showed up during regular business hours and they had a handwritten sign that they were closed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]However, I didn't give up because it looked like a cute place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Came back when they were open and was not disappointed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I enjoyed my matcha and my partner liked his coffee. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside is cozy and themed with crystals.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I liked that the table placeholders had facts about different crystals/rocks.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

First time visiting. The cafe was so welcoming. I love the aesthetic - very hippy and lots of crystals. LGBTQ+ Friendly. The food and drinks were delicious. I had the garden biscuit sandwich - I loved the homemade biscuit, great texture. All of the ingredients complimented each other. I had the vanilla rainbow cold brew float, and it was delicious. I got a cherry blossom matcha to go - the cherry flavor complimented the matcha so nicely. The service was amazing - everyone was so friendly and helpful! Can't wait to return! read more

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I just popped in here while grabbing chocolate from across the street and I'm so happy I did. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, I ordered the cherry blossom matcha and it was perfectly made with creamy matcha married with maraschino cherry flavor. Absolutely fantastic combo! read more

Carnelian Coffee - Cherry blossom matcha - Cafes Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place has such a great vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Crystals and coffee go very well together.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu had so many great choices, making my selection difficult. I ended up going with the iced coffee made with coffee ice cubes. What a treat! Next time, I'm going to try the lavender latte. read more

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After the Manitou Incline, wanted to grab coffee before heading back home. While riding the shuttle bus back to the parking lot, Yelp search directed us to this location. There are street parking at the front but also have plenty around the corner. This portion of the street is filled with many cute shops and restaurants. Once inside the restaurant, we ran into several hikers we met on the Barr trail. Very unique food and coffee menu, all beans roasted on site. They use reusable mugs and cups. We did ask for to go cups but felt guilty for not bringing my own cups. It's very laid back place to enjoy drinks and have light breakfast while catching up with friends. Loved the idea of sticky to cover over the vent hole instead of bulky plastic insert you get at other place. They also carry various gift items. Definitely deserves a repeat visit. read more

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My favorite coffee shop! They make this incredible Orange Coffee!. I've never had it before in my life and it changed my life. I'm addicted! Everyone's super nice there. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a really positive vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Nice coffee shop with fast friendly service. I was happy to discover they were still offering their vegan restaurant week specials. I got a chorizo biscuit sandwich and a coffee with oatmilk. The biscuit was flaky and delicious and the vegan cheese and green chili sauce were really good. Would definitely come back again. read more

Carnelian Coffee - Vegan chorizo biscuit sandwich. - Cafes Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Tourist Review: The coziest spot for a coffee in Old Colorado City! Nothing beats sitting in the window of a cozy cafe during the first snowfall of the year. I love how spacious it is inside with a variety of tables and couches to both work and lounge. The tall ceiling and plants galore give off the best vibes. I enjoyed my honey cinnamon latte and thought it was so cool that they use all kinds of different mugs... such a cute characteristic! read more

Carnelian Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Super cute coffee place! I enjoyed the crystal/hippy vibes![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Their latte flavors are super unique but are so delectable! Their food is super yummy, I always enjoy the sweet potato biscuit sandwich! [[HIGHLIGHT]]A great place to hang out for a bit and enjoy yourself[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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I was really excited about this coffee shop and just unfortunately found that I was left a bit disappointed by the drinks but enjoyed the food. We were so excited about their unique drinks, but found that all three we tried undelivered. I love that they make their own syrups, but am wondering if they're not concentrated enough because we just felt like all the drinks were kind of bland, they almost all tasted just watery. The owner and employees were super nice and the atmosphere is cozy. The food was good and well-priced, though there was practically no chimichurri on my RBG burrito which was disappointing but it was good otherwise. TLDR: I'd be back for the food, not the drinks. read more

We were walking around old city and wanted to rest someone and grab some drinks. There was hail outside and we came inside. I wanted to go to the bathroom to wash my hands before I ordered and I asked staff where the restroom was, she looked at me and said that "it's for customers only". [[HIGHLIGHT]]Place was empty and people there were just doing work. It wasn't popping.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I told her that I will order after I wash my hands. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I ordered some hot tea. Tea selection was good, and place is cozy and comfortable, they have nice seating and pleasant environment[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], however it was unpleasant to be told that I needed for buy something first before I go to the restroom, so weird. read more

Best coffee I've ordered in years! I'm often let down by coffee shops but this place really hit the right way!

Pretty good! It's in the downtown area with all the touristy stuff. The best part is there's online ordering - trying to get coffee on a Sunday morning in CO Springs kinda sucks due to waits. So yay ordering in advance! I got a honey lavender latte. It was pretty good! I wanted more lavender flavor. But I did like it. Pricier than some other coffee shops but that's to be expected in the touristy area. They sell candles with the scents of their main lattes - they smell great. There's water inside so great for folks walking in the hot sun read more

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Was super excited to try this place - the decor was inviting and menu seemed intriguing. Sadly the food did not deliver but the coffee was good. We were looking forward to a ciabatta breakfast sandwich but they didn't have it - only focaccia. We normally love bread but this sandwich was cold in the middle and just didn't deliver read more

Cute coffee shop with friendly staff. Good ! Location is by many local shops. Try it, u won't be disappointed. read more

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LOVE this place. Their honey lavender latte, iced, with oat milk is SO good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cute and inviting space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They also make seasonal specials that are very creative. One of my main criteria when choosing a coffee shop to try is that they make their own syrups in house which is what they do. It's so much better for you than the premade syrups with artificial dyes, bad oils, and corn syrup. Also tried their in house kombucha once which was tasty as well although not my absolute favorite. Anytime we are in the Springs this is our go-to coffee shop. Highly recommend. The staff is very friendly as well. read more

We love Carnelian Coffee in OCC. It is now our favorite go to spot in all of Colorado Springs and surrounding areas. Their coffee is next level, takes you to another dimension, and overall just damn good. Staff is incredibly friendly too. Make sure you buy some of their local art and a bag of whole beans to take home. Love the vibe, super clean, & has restrooms. We will be coming here from now on! read more

Clean, cozy, and delicious food/drinks. A good place to have coffee/tea with friends or colleagues. The staff are very kind and helpful. Breakfast burrito is really tasty. Size inclusive chairs available and some access to outlets if you want to get work done on a device. Wi-Fi is stable. I would come back. read more

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Delicious lavender latte!! Nice vibe inside. Comfy couches. Cool stones and stuff inside too . Oh and a free take a book library :) Wish I lived nearby. I would always come by! read more

Carnelian Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Such a cute coffee shop with the sweetest service. it's a great place for a meeting or a date.. but also lovely to sit by yourself and enjoy some relax, "me time". Coffee is decent but nothing to write home about.. but the atmosphere makes up for anything my cup was lacking. I really enjoyed myself and will return to try all their baked goods. Everything looked amazing..and the lady at the registry confirmed everything was made in house. The decor is really cozy and quaint, and there's plenty of sitting indoors and a couple of bistro sets outdoors. Prices are super reasonable. read more

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While I forgot to snap pictures, this place was adorable. I got a lavender honey oat latte and my husband got some pineapple mango kombucha. The latte was absolutely delicious. The lavender was subtle but enough that you could taste and enjoy it. The kombucha was bright and packed a strong, but crave-able punch of flavor. Both were solid drink selections and left me wanting to go back and see what else they have. read more

I had the cold brew coffee and felt that it had a pleasant taste, not too bitter and was complemented very well with nonfat milk. The serving size is rather small for the price of your average coffee shop. Other than that, great experience read more

Carnelian Coffee - Cold Brew - Cafes Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

This shop is absolutely adorable, in an ideal and easily accessible area, and I love the crystal theme! There are so many sweet and thoughtful touches throughout, from the cozy eclectic seating to the plants, locally made candles & jewelry, and selection of books! My favorite was the crystal gumball machine, 50 cents gets you a mystery crystal (I happened to get a carnelian myself, what a coincidence!) As for the goods, the coffee was delish but we only tried the orange cinnamon cappuccino. We also got a cherry blossom matcha, which was a little grassy for my taste but my partner enjoyed it. The vegan strawberry oat bar was a bit too sweet for me as well, and the texture wasn't the greatest. The best thing we tried was definitely the vegan sweet potato biscuit sammie, with a savory roasted garlic spread that slapped so hard! I'll be dreaming about that breakfast for a while! If we had more time in town, I would try so many more things like the vegan burrito and other coffee flavors. It's such a lovely atmosphere, and you can tell they really care about their baristas and community. Lucky Colorado Springs residents! If you're passing this place up, you're making a big mistake! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This spot is very quaint and welcoming![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Also I love to see my coffee being made = loves pour overs. Absolutely delightful cafe, my lady and I really enjoyed a quick sip here. And their Claw game...you always win, and the prizes are definitely worth it!!! read more

The place it self is sooo cute and I loved the inviting design. However the food and drinks are below average to my taste. Service is very good, and they were kind to change my drink which I'm very appreciative of, so the coffee turned to be ok and I could drink it. The food lacked some salt. And I somehow did ate it, but nothing I would come back to unless I decided to try something else from the menu or wanted to enjoy the atmosphere they created there. read more

Kate and Colton are the hardest working coffee owners in town. They aim to please their customers.

What a great place situation right in the heart of art street. They got really interesting coffee here so if you enjoy different or want to try innovative stuff, come here. Great staff too, very helpful. I ordered their sweet potato breakfast biscuit and wow was it great. Coupled with an orange cinnamon coffee, it was a great way to wake up. Very limited dining due to COVID but still a great place that is very well worth visiting. I recommend coming here. read more

The environment was adorable and chill, coffee and food was delicious, and there are vegetarian and gluten free options! The service was friendly and were knowledgeable. 10/10 would caffeinate again. read more

I go here regularly! Love it! They have coconut milk, which is my fav. Lots of people work and read here. Great vibes. Quiet music. Kind staff. Local kombucha is another favorite! Only bummer is that they close at 4pm. read more

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Another great local coffee shops! Inside is full of decoration with plants and stones and it's lovely. They have a lot creative drinks that keep me wanting to go back and try more. There is a window seat that I enjoyed sitting at with my matcha doing homework. The entire place felt homie and all to coworkers were so nice and helpful!! Overall; cute decor, great seating, wonderful staff, creative and great tasting beverages. read more

Since moving to a pretty pretentious coffee town and developing a taste for really good espresso (I realize how annoying that sounds), it's been hard to come back to the springs for years because of the lack of well-prepared coffee. I'm so happy to have found this gem of a place that will fill that need when I'm in town: my latte is absolutely perfect: smooth, well prepared with good beans, and not at all bitter or burnt. I also had a garden biscuit sandwich which was out of control good. The kind person who helped me was super friendly and remembered me after coming in only a handful of times. So glad you're here, Carnelian! read more

Hidden gem located in the historical area of Old Colorado City. We went on a Thursday and they open at 8am. Relaxing place to grab a bite to eat and some coffee before doing some site seeing. Food is great and so is the service! read more

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Cozy room with nice people and delicious coffee and other drinks. Sells their own coffee ble

I had never been here but this place was soooo cozy. Baristas we're so kind & the latte.... phenomenal. Trust their suggestions! read more

Carnelian Coffee - Orange cinnamon latte - Cafes Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Honey lavender latte to die for! My fiancé LOVED the old fashioned latte too. Highly recommend! read more

Carnelian Coffee - Honey Lavender Latte - Cafes Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Super cute place! I don't usually drink coffee, but I came in with my friends and I ended up ordering. My friend got the honey lavender latte and I got the cherry blossom matcha. Just those names alone sound very thirst quenching! She said hers was really good, and for me not being a big coffee drinker, mine was actually pretty good too. My only issue is that I paid almost $8 for a 16oz (with a tip though). Otherwise, very cute boho-homey feel with books, plants, and cute decor! read more

Carnelian Coffee - Love the crystal logo! - Cafes Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

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They rock good service, good food, good drinks. They also sell a bunch of cute goodies!