My husband and I like to try different coffee places when we come to Rapid City so we stopped here…read moreafter seeing it on Yelp. We had the best experience here. The staff is so friendly and it has a clean, eclectic coffee house vibe. We had their espresso blended drinks and they were perfection. They had several house made bakery items so we tried the crème brûlée donut and a Brookie, which is brownie/cookie combination. Both were delicious! We will definitely stop here again on our next trip to Rapid City! Such a pleasant experience!

This coffee shop is awesome, the staff and owners are so nice. They make you feel like family when…read moreyou walk in. The food is good and now some really good cinnamon rolls. Overall just a great place to spend your time. Very safe place as well.

Essence was absolutely incredible from start to finish! The atmosphere was inviting, stylish, and…read moreinstantly set the tone for a relaxing and memorable experience. Every detail felt thoughtfully curated, and you could tell they truly care about their guests. The service was top-notch--friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without ever feeling rushed. You felt taken care of the entire time. Whether you're going for a little self-care, a special outing, or just to treat yourself, Essence delivers on every level. I left feeling refreshed, happy, and already looking forward to my next visit. Highly recommend!

Honestly was expecting more. The food wasn't bad but it wasn't anything amazing or memorable. This…read morewas an order at the front type place which made it very crowded and more of a coffee shop feel rather than a sit down restaurant feel. I would say their specialty is certainly coffee. Everything we had drink wise was delicious. I'd recommend this place if you want good coffee and would just tell you to not have high expectations for food.

I needed a spot to charge while camping, this place had lots of outlets. I had a chai which was…read moredelicious, then decided to get lunch as well. The portabella-feta "burger" was incredible. Staff were friendly and quick. Note for queer safety: this business didn't have any explicit pride flags but also didn't have decor that suggests it wouldn't be welcoming. There is only one bathroom which is all-gender. I was not the only visibly queer person there the day I went. Accessibility: all one level, small lip at doorway to enter, wide space to navigate between tables

Great breakfast in Custer. After riding the State Park wildlife loop we headed to it after looking…read moreit up on Yelp.

We randomly came across Miner's Cup while driving along Mt. Rushmore Road, and it ended up being…read moreone of those places we're really glad we stopped at. It's a tiny setup with only a few parking spots and a drive-through, but they make great use of the space. The menu is surprisingly extensive for such a small spot -- specialty coffee drinks, Lotus energy drinks, breakfast sandwiches, wraps, and plenty of quick meal options. We tried the cappuccino, caramel macchiato, and the Gold Digger sandwich with chicken, avocado, roasted tomatoes, and provolone on ciabatta. Everything tasted fresh and satisfying. What I liked most is that they don't try too hard to be trendy or overcomplicated -- it's simply well-made coffee and solid grab-and-go food. Service was great. Perfect stop if you're passing through and want something quick that still feels quality. Would absolutely come back again.

This place was a block away from where we stayed (EO Bungalows) and it was so worth the visit. We…read morewalked for breakfast sandwiches (bagels with sausage,egg,cheese) and coffee (Irish cream latte) here everyday! We ordered online and picked up at the walk up window which was easy and convenient. The other option is a drive-thru. Everyone was nice and the food/coffee really hit the spot!

I stopped by here earlier this morning with my wife and her parents for our morning coffee. While…read moreStraight shot Espresso wasn't our original target, we ended up passing it on Jackson Blvd and so decided to stop. This coffee shop is the type that has a window on each side where you can order from. On this morning there was a nice lady working the window and we ordered 2 - 12 oz Americanos as well as a 24 oz Americano for myself. After waiting a bit for the coffee to cool, I was finally able to try it. The coffee here didn't impress me much. While it wasn't bad, it also wasn't a flavor that suited me. I will say that it was a bit on the lighter side and smooth without any bitterness. The bottom line for me is that I probably would not head back here again in the future. While there was nothing wrong with the coffee per se, it just wasn't for me.

My girlfriend and I love this spot for our morning coffee. You'll come for a morning caffeine…read morepick-me-up, but you really leave with so much more. Deb asks us about our day, and I can tell that she really is listening, and not just waiting for us to hand her a credit card. Don't decline to get your angel word of the day, it's a really special touch and you'll find that you're thinking about it all day, long after you've finished your drink. It also doesn't hurt that the tea and coffee are super tasty too!

Love love love this coffee shop .... My creme brulee iced…read morecoffee was so yummy.... The lady helping me with my drink was so sweet and super nice .. thank you so much ... The vibe of the location was very inviting...: And what this location stands for and their meaning was just that even more of an amazing place

I like this place. Clean and bright decor and welcoming staff. My cold drink (Purple Rain) and…read morehubby's (Caramel Apple) were delicious and refreshing. The menu should include some caffeine free options. Would totally recommend.

I went there for a quick coffee break, it's next to the Presidential Wax Museum. Ladies were…read morehelpful and large caramel frappes was good. There is a small gift shop which sells the same items as the Museum.

They do a really good job with their coffee. They also have pretty good gelato that you can get…read morefree samples of. It's one of the few places in the area where they have free parking in a parking lot. They also have super nice restrooms that are very clean. Staff is very nice and they have fun collectibles and gift areas that you can buy gift samples or things from the area. There was a neat purse that had a telephone that actually worked like an old school corded one that you could plug into your regular cell phone and use the purse like an old school telephone. Kind of neat.

They are knowingly selling FAKE knock-off handbags at this store. It doesn't matter if their coffee…read moreis good or not, it just shows there is a lack of integrity.

the food is so good, the service is so good, it's a small company and I think more people should…read morevisit when they get the chance, the coffee is really good, and they have so many options to choose from. I would definitely recommend, and I would definitely come back. it's very ambient, I really really love how silent it is even in the morning, they also give you a warning on if it'll get really loud, and I appreciate the workers so much!!