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    Kind Coffee

    4.5 (607 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Cold brew lemonade
    Matt C.

    Kind Coffee is a great place to fuel up in Estes Park. Located at the beginning of the main drag of cool, small businesses, they are quite busy pretty much all day! *Pro tip when in Estes* park in the free visitor garage and walk along the river to this part of the town. You can beat the surrounding views and the hassle free parking! They roast their own coffee, have a large menu of coffee, tea, milkshakes, smoothies, toasts, burritos, bagels, and oatmeal. I think they had about five women behind the counter. As I stated this place is popping and I loved seeing a properly staffed shop! It was warm out and I didn't want my standard iced americano. So I asked them if they could make me a cold brew lemonade and they happily obliged. 2/3 cold brew, 1/3 lemonade, I love this stuff. It sounds odd, but trust me, it goes down smooth on a hot day! Lots of space inside to sit, considering they have a hidden back room where the bathroom is with tons of seating. But the seasoned move is to sit outside on their patio or near the river if spots allow. I usually have a go-to in Estes that isn't Kind Coffee, but after a less than stellar experience there recently, this place might be my new spot. If you're willing to wait in a little bit of a line, you won't be disappointed here. Support your local coffee shops!

    specialty coffee
    jason j.

    2.5 stars, edging to 3. Stopped in for a late breakfast passing through Estes Park. The lot is decent-sized but most stalls are paid parking, with a couple reserved for to-go pickup. There was a line when we got there, and it was out the door by the time we reached the front. Inside is small up front, but there's more seating around the corner plus plenty outside along the riverwalk area. The place was clean, the staff efficient and friendly, and it's a cute spot to sit. Large coffee menu, plus sandwiches, toasts, and snacks made fresh to order. Seasonal coffees -- tried a campfire-type and a coconut-type. Both fine. Not bad, not the best I've had, and not something I'd rush back for. Breakfast sandwich on a croissant -- my biggest gripe. Utterly dry and almost tasteless. The sausage, egg, and cheese were gas-station ready-to-go territory. Their bread comes in fresh-baked, but they ran the croissant through the toaster and torched it, which only made it drier. A breakfast sandwich should be juicy, cheesy, buttery -- this one needed a sauce just to get it down. Sandwich on sourdough -- a little better, but still just okay. Fine place if you're already in the area, and the coffee's fine, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. Would recommend, would not return.

    Kristi M.

    A Riverside coffee shop will always pique my interest. This place offered great customer service, extremely quality coffee, large menu with a plethora of options, and a tasty easy breakfast. They have a lot of easy to grab retail items for hikes and such. This will be my new go to in Estes. You can tell they put care into their food and beverages. They offer a lot of indoor and outdoor seating. Being right on the river is amazing and such a serene setting to enjoy your morning. I will def be back next time I'm in town!

    Ashley C.

    Such a cute coffee shop with inside seating and gorgeous outside seating right by the river. Baristas are nice and efficient. Parking is terrible!

    Outside
    Jon K.

    Amazing location right by the river and next to downtown Estes Park. Beautiful interior with local art on the wall for sale. Friendly baristas. The toasted bagel sandwiches were amazing. The Narrows sandwich with the jalapeño cheddar bagel was great. Smoothies were fresh and delicious. Nothing was bad and we were all fully satisfied. Go here for a smoothie or coffee drink, or even a sandwich for lunch/breakfast!

    Oat milk lattes
    Molli S.

    Kind coffee is my favorite coffee spot in Estes! First, the service is very great. Quick, clear and - you guessed it - kind. The shop sits on Elkhorn Ave, kind of the Main Street of Estes. It has a front and back entrance, if you'd like to walk along the river to get there. There's a large public parking lot across the street as well. The barista made the cutest latte art for us! But it wasn't just appearance. The oat milk lattes were as delicious as they were beautiful! We tried some lattes at Inkwell yesterday, and Kind today. Kind was easily better, 10/10! It's a clean and cute shop. Good selection of coffee and breakfast and light lunch options. Also a small merch section - mugs, tees, coffee cups and canisters. We tried the salmon and cream cheese bagel with capers yesterday for lunch and they were great. My husband preferred the jalapeño cheddar bagel, while I was happy with the everything bagel. But the lattes were the real standout for me. The line was longest at lunch out of our visits, but it moved very quickly! The baristas were very welcoming and nice as well! Overall - Would definitely recommend!

    Bagel & chai
    Caroline W.

    Kind Coffee in Estes Park is truly one of those places that makes your day a little brighter the moment you walk in. Their drinks are consistently incredible and their bagels are honestly some of the best I have ever had. Every time I visit, my go to order is an iced vanilla chai paired with one of their fresh bagels and it is the perfect combination. The flavors are always spot on and everything tastes so fresh, like it was made with real care. One of the things I love most is how fast their service is. Even when the line stretches all the way out the door, they keep everything moving smoothly without ever making you feel rushed. The staff is beyond friendly too. They greet you with genuine smiles, remember regulars, and really give off that warm, small town kindness that makes the experience feel extra special. The location itself is another reason this place stands out. It sits right along the river, so whether you are grabbing your drink to go or sitting outside for a bit, the atmosphere is always peaceful and so charming. You can hear the water, enjoy the view, and just relax for a moment. It is the kind of place you want to come back to every morning. If you find yourself in Estes Park, do yourself a favor and stop by Kind Coffee. It is everything you want in a local coffee shop and more.

    Enjoying our coffee right out back of the shop!!
    Jackie P.

    The coffee was so good, I got the blueberry cobbler, so good. The service was amazing, friendly. After coffee was ordered we sat outside in front of the river. It was so peaceful.

    Anna J.

    Such a great coffee place and don't be intimidated by the line it moves quick!! They have great seating indoor and outdoor and it's a perfect place to stop on the way to a hike or on your way out of town. I got their pumpkin spice latte and bacon egg and cheese sandwich on a croissant. Delish! Super simple and yummy. It's an adorable place and a must stop

    Jalapeño and cheddar bagel with egg, avocado, and cram cheese! The iced coffee is their ultraviolet
    Ashley C.

    Stopped in for a coffee and quick lunch and was not disappointed! Their summer menu is great and their bagels were soft and all the flavors worked so well together! The cashier was helpful in walking us through everything and this place was great for a quick bit or a meeting!

    Interior
    Samuel O.

    It's a really cute spot that clearly promotes kindness in Estes Park. It shares a small parking spot with a handful of stores, but there is plenty of seating available. If you have a chance to walk to the store, I'd recommend you walk. The interior is clean with some seats and merch available. It looks like some of the sales from the merch goes towards discouraging bullying which seemed like a unique concept. The employees were also very polite and kept up the theme of serving coffee with kindness. Outside, there's plenty of seating and a nice river to walk by as well. I would gladly spend some time walking around here. The coffee here was good. The only reason why I'm a little bitter with my rating is the lack of coffee that was given with my coffee. I had a hot latte and there was a lot of room towards the top. It's like someone robbed me of a quarter of my coffee. The amount of coffee provided per person seemed inconsistent in my group, so this statement seems justified. Aside from the serving amount, this is a place I'd like to walk around or read a book in.

    Menu
    Stephanie W.

    Kind coffee is an excellent spot in downtown Estes park!! I only gave 2 stars because there's another place with even more variety that I consider my favorite spot, but this place has excellent vibes and lots of windows/light and tables so it's a nice place to hang around. I had the blueberry cobbler house latte and it was smooth and sweet! The base is blueberry and brown sugar; I will say the blueberry flavor wasn't terribly strong, but blueberry usually isn't so I still enjoyed the drink. They'd recommended it iced so that's the way I got it. I would recommend it if you're in the area and want a solid, standard coffee and a nice, well lit place to sit!

    Souvenirs
    Susi H.

    Great little coffee shop to grab a coffee and a light snack/lunch option as you get into town. Has a dedicated free parking lot (small, most likely not useful during tourist season). The free EP visitor center parking is just steps away. Our food was good, service served with a side of smiles, ambience is relaxed and welcoming.

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    Quick and polite service, yummy sandwiches, great ambiance out back by the river. What more could you ask for?

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    Delicious coffee, friendly staff, cute shop items. We look forward to coming here every time we come to Estes

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    Loved the coffee, location and staff. It was busy morning, but everyone smiled, and provided amazing service.

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    Raven's Roast Coffee Lounge

    4.6(122 reviews)
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    Raven's Roast was a great stop for coffee while exploring Estes Park. Our drinks came out quickly,…read moreand the prices were very reasonable. I ordered a decaf banana cream latte, which had great flavor, and my husband enjoyed the cold brew. Both drinks were excellent and exactly what we needed to start the day. The staff was friendly, and we appreciated that they have outdoor seating where you can enjoy your coffee with your dog. It's always nice finding places that make it easy to bring your pet along. If you're looking for a quick, affordable coffee stop with good drinks, friendly service, and pet-friendly outdoor seating, Raven's Roast is definitely worth a visit.

    Raven's Roast has become one of my go tos for coffee. I'm usually a plain latte person, but I like…read morethat they have more flavors than you can think of if you're in the mood to switch it up. They also have a really impressive variety beyond coffee, all kinds of teas (white, green, oolong, black), smoothies, Italian sodas, fresh lemonade, plus cookies and other baked stuff. It's a great option if you're with non-coffee drinkers. This weekend I went with a friend who doesn't drink coffee soI got my usual post-hike latte but she got a smoothie she loved so much she went back again the next day after our hike to get another one. The staff is friendly and the space is cute with eclectic, fun decor. During winter visits, we always try to grab the two sofa seats by the fireplace since it's such a cozy spot.

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    Raven's Roast Coffee Lounge - Clean bathrooms (for customers only)!

    Clean bathrooms (for customers only)!

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    Raven's Roast Coffee Lounge

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    The Bird's Nest

    4.1(136 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    I can see why many people like this place. Hell, I dig the space and the concept. Just the…read moreexecution of the pizza wasn't up to par. Right outside Rocky Mountain National Park, and directly across from their main outpost, Bird & Jim. This place serves it all: coffee, smoothies, breakfast, baked goods, pizza, salads, soups, wraps, etc. Each menu varies depending on the time of day obviously. The space itself is gorgeous, and not something you'd expect in a mountain town. The high ceilings and massive windows allow you to soak up any mountain and sunset views. They have a nice little patio outside and yes, you'll probably see elk grazing across the street! The pizza left more to be desired. I ordered a simple margherita ($18) and an Odell beer. I would've prefered the pizza to be cooked for another minute in the oven personally, but that's not a knock on them. It desperately needed salt. In the dough and on the tomatoes. The tomatoes slid right off every time I tried to take a bite. It was just severely under-seasoned and really didn't have any flavor at all. I would actually come back here because I do like restaurant concepts like these that offer different experiences throughout the day. A great place to hang out and recharge. I will stick with breakfast and coffee next time!

    Super cute two story coffee shop! I love their decor, the local merch and the large windows for the…read moreviews. I got the honey & lavender almond milk latte and it was 100%!

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    The Bird's Nest - Perfect pair.  Almond croissant and Oso house blend.

    Perfect pair. Almond croissant and Oso house blend.

    The Bird's Nest - Upstairs seating area, so nice!

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    Upstairs seating area, so nice!

    Rocky Mountain SereniTea - SereniTea - a view from the tea room.

    Rocky Mountain SereniTea

    5.0(18 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Charming tea room new to Estes Park, Co. Make your reservation on Open Door (a requirement) and…read morebring your fav book or bestie for some serious catch-up chatter over yummy English-Style afternoon tea and delectable (very British word) snacks and treats. I had this for lunch and loved it! I loved that I was given suggestions for tea options that would pair well with the pre-selected finger food offerings. I also loved the traditional tea service pieces, music, and traditional finger foods. Having been to English tea at a world renowned spot just a hop away from Buckingham Palace, I felt this had enough similarities to call it a "Proper English Tea" ....and a little gem at the edge of Rocky Mountain National Park. My favorites- curry chicken sandwich, scone, clotted cream, carrot cake Petite fours and the apple spice muffin- lovely! Service started a little slow at the start-but tea is that way (except at the spot "a hop from Buckingham Palace" -they serve a lot of people every afternoon) this was much more relaxing and less rushed. I liked that! I would suggest a traditional current jam with more tartness, a little more cream cheese on the cucumber sandwiches and uber-tiny salt and pepper shakers on the table. Oh- and a bold large scale floral wallpaper on the walls in the bathrooms! Other than that-this experience was perfect!!! Some tea selections are avail for purchase here but, when you go to their sister-store The Tea Room- you can select to your heart's desire! Darling Tea sets, many tea options are available at The Tea Room, and every accessory in order to have your own tea party tonight! OH! Check out the bathroom pic-when was the last time you saw a soap and towel dispenser like these? Elementary school? LOVED IT - Happy Retro!

    This place is my favorite tea spot and I will never buy tea from anywhere else! The Tea taste…read moreamazing and to know it's local make it so much better! The service was amazing and very knowledgeable and helped me pick the exact tea I was craving! Such a cute shop and feels very homie and vibrant!

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    Rocky Mountain SereniTea - Lovely light and views from each table! Charming!

    Lovely light and views from each table! Charming!

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    Rocky Mountain SereniTea - Absolutely brings joy to my heart to see this lovely set up!! Yum!

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    Absolutely brings joy to my heart to see this lovely set up!! Yum!

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    Rock Cut Brewing Company

    4.7(354 reviews)
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    The beer was so nice I ordered the same one twice!…read more I put in 20 miles hiking Rocky Mountain National Park in a day a half. I slept about 4 hours the night before to make it early for sunrise. To say that a few tasty beers were what the doctor ordered would be the understatement of the century! None of this matters, of course, to the good folks at Rocky Cut Brewing Company. This is off the main drag of Estes in an unassuming strip plaza. Humble vibes inside, a simple U-shaped bar top with seating all around, a few smaller tables, a community table, and a large patio with mostly picnic table seating. If you're lucky, snag a stool right along the Big Thompson River! Though, I recommend they fix the wooden placeholders for beers, they're leaning on the wrong side of history, we don't want any full glasses of beer reaching an unnecessary demise! Interference IPA * American IPA * 6.7% * 16oz ($7) From their website: "Climbing the Interference Boulder in Rocky Mountain National Park requires strength and power. This Colorado IPA showcases the power of hops with an intense blend forging citrus aromas with a pine forward finish. Featured ingredients: Cascade, El Dorado, Mosaic, Chinook, & Simcoe hops * Recommended adventure: hiking Black Lake, climbing the Twin Owls, skiing upper Hidden Valley." A perfectly apt description. I would summarize this beer just as they did, focusing on hops, citrus, and pine. Absolutely delicious, a memorable IPA in recent memory. I liked it so much I ordered it again and it tasted just as delicious the second time down! They also had a food truck outside, so safe to assume they do this often. Would love to try more of their beers during my next visit. Rock Cut, I see you!

    Interference, galactic, Enos Pils....all great originals...but like many EP places, Rock Cut has…read morestalled on its success. The core original beers are good, but not much new is happening at Rock Cut. Why mess with success, I guess? Because it would probably piss off the folks that were trying to change the paradigm when they started, that's why.

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    Rock Cut Brewing Company - Outdoor seatings with live music and food truck

    Outdoor seatings with live music and food truck

    Rock Cut Brewing Company - Two GABG medals, not bad

    Two GABG medals, not bad

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