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Great stop in Estes! Here's what we ordered: - Iced London Fog - Breakfast sandwich - Salmon bagel - Avocado toast (very good portion size and flavor) - Iced chai Cute spot for coffee with a nice creek view right behind. Breakfast sandwich and bagel not super impressive, but it's clearly more about the coffee here. Would come back! read more

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We came here twice for our caffeine fix while visiting Estes Park. Celebrating 20 years, Kind Coffee here is a bustling coffee shop serving up lattes, espresso drinks, smoothies, burritos, toasted sandwiches, brioche toasts, ice cream, oatmeal bowls, and even milkshakes. Lots of seating inside and out. Located right next to the river, we saw a family of deer in the water on our first visit. The staff is indeed kind and the drinks are tasty. Five stars! read more

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It was neat to learn of this place on my first trip to Estes Park. I love the name, had a number of referrals there, and knew I wanted to see what it was all about especially after a ranger told me she got her mug there, which I was oogling. It's a really cute coffee shop along a riverside boardwalk. Parking can be tight and when there's road construction it can be a bit of a pain to get there, especially if you miss the driveway. Maybe it felt so good to be there because I can always use more Kind and I really wanted a hot drink. read more

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Hannah J.

2 years ago

Cute place, I got a vanilla caramel latte, my husband got a Keyhole sandwich on a bagel. Both were decent! I loved how it was on the river walk the most! Staff were super friendly! read more

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Amy A.

2 years ago

Great service & delicious coffee. Cozy and warm shop to sit and admire nature. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Laidback L.

11 months ago

If you've ever wondered what licking the inside of a burnt popcorn bag tastes like, save yourself the guesswork and grab a coffee here. The ube latte looked very trendy, but the coffee underneath? Straight‑up crime scene. And charging $4 for a 25-cent sticker? Great marketing strategy. Grateful to have places like this to make me appreciate my staples. read more

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Julie H.

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What a charming and delightful coffee shop in downtown Estes Park! They have an extensive selection of coffee and tea drinks and delicious pastries! I had a latte and enjoyed drinking it on the park bench outside by the Estes River. Friendly staff and a great location! read more

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M S.

1 year ago

You have to come to Kind Coffee when you visit Estes Park. This place gets a 10/10 for drinks, breakfast food, and overall vibes. We went every single morning of our 3 day trip and never got tired of it. Both my London Fog latte (very hard to get right) and my boyfriend's Cold Brew (day 1) and Chai Latte (days 2-3) were really good. We tried a variety of their breakfast sandwiches and burritos and all were fantastic - the burrito was our favorite. I will say that it gets really busy. We're early risers and were there when they opened at 6a so didn't have a problem, but by 8a there was a line out the door. It backs up to a river walk that is stunning. We enjoyed our breakfast on the benches and had an unparalleled view. Overall, I couldn't recommend this place more. Must visit! read more

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Kayla S.

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Perfect! Great coffee flavors, a fun little shop. Conveniently located too. Service was fast and nice!

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Tiffany F.

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2 years ago

I had the Emerald Lake latte which has white chocolate + pistachio as well as a croissant sandwich. I see now why there was a line to order that went out the door! I had no complaints on my latte and my sandwich. They also are more than happy to make modifications for your order. read more

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I "Kind" of love this place!!! Not only was the coffee amazing, the store had so many fun and funky knickknacks! If you take your coffee and pastry to the back, you'll find a row of benches that look out to the river, and is there really any other way to enjoy coffee? Probably not. read more

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Brenna R.

3 years ago

Cute, quaint, and clean coffee shop in the heart of downtown Estes Park. I sprung for a summer special - the Cococold brew. Coconut cold brew with sweet cream foam. The coffee itself was good - smooth and not acidic but I wish I had stuck with my gut and ordered a latte. I can't resist a summer special! The shop appears small at first but if you walk around the corner there's a good size seating area. They have a beautiful outdoor space and plenty of benches along the stream out back. I've never found a more serene place to enjoy my morning brew! The staff were kind (pun intended) and service was quick! read more

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Marc B.

2 years ago

A nice little coffee shop, with a wonderful staff. A little wait, but we'll worth it. The coffee was fresh and tasty. Smoothie was delightful and the chai tea was good, just a tad sweet. Will definitely return anytime we find ourselves in Estes Park. read more

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Reyna M.

2 years ago

we stopped by during our first trip to Estes Park. The staff were all super nice and working hard to make coffee for everyone in line. It took a minute but no big deal. The water refill station was a huge plus too!! read more

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Magda C.

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Good coffee and burritos. The pastries are hit and miss, home made but they were a bit dry. The vegan cookie was very good, made by a Boulder company. read more

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We stopped here for a quick bite and drink for the little one, who was hungry. The line was long which suggests that they are doing something right. We got a piece of pumpkin bread, which was very moist and flavorful. The hot chocolate was rich and with deep flavor. In terms of ambiance, it is not a sit down restaurant so most people order to go. There are a few tables outside and they may be general use, not specific to the coffee shop. Service was friendly if not exactly fast. read more

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Onyx S.

2 years ago

The employees were super friendly and helpful with ordering keto food and drinks. They had package keto donuts, sugar-free syrups for coffee/tea add ins and Poppi sodas to boot! I would highly recommend this place in food and drinks alone. But the kind staff, coupled with the gorgeous view of the river at the back, really makes this place a wonderful experience. read more

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Anna H.

8 months ago

Diamond breakfast sandwich and Mocha latte were 10/10! So good and a great way to fuel for a long hike in RMNP!

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Michaela R.

9 months ago

Coffee was good but the food was way overpriced for what you got. Made ahead burritos were soggy, no way for them to toast them. The avocado toast was not fresh, it was a store made avocado spread. Banana chocolate peanut butter shake tasted like overripe bananas. Would not order food from here. read more

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Deborah S.

1 year ago

Great service, ambiance and food. Tried a breakfast sandwhich that hit the spot. The views from the cafe are insanely gorgeous. A must stop.

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Lisa R.

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There's usually a line for very good reason: they're solid! So yummy: we got to go here twice over a long summer weekend and even if you hate waiting in lines, the absolute best thing about this coffee shop is their seating! It's outside along the beautiful, peaceful creek and worth every minute in line. The iced mocha was a tad too sweet for me, their cold brew was good, the bagels are fine, and I can't put my finger on why the "Mechanic Oatmeal" was so good. It may be the basic, almost bland warm container of oatmeal that had me so happy - when compared to the sweet mocha or my kids' overly stuffed bagel with cream cheese, it was just perfect for any start to one's day. I ordered it twice and enjoyed every bite. Pro tip: the little parking lot in front has free parking before 10a & there is usually at least 1 spot open or about to open up for the next car. read more

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Grace S.

1 year ago

Best latte and cappuccino I've ever had! Service was excellent! Prices are excellent and very reasonable.

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Amazing coffee and vibes. We got a regular drip coffee and a latte. Both were delicious. We also got a breakfast sandwich (on a bagel). The location is perfect next to a river. read more

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James T.

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Kind coffee is a must visit stop whenever we're in Estes Park. Lots of good drink and food options. We loved the local art that is sold and displayed inside the store. My wife and I ordered the avocado toast for a snack. The location is excellent with outdoor seating by the river. read more

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Sara F.

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I loved the vibe of this place; welcoming and comfy. I could have sat in a sunny spot in the back all day. Walk in, order at the counter from the helpful employee and soak it in. They offer a little bit of everything--coffee, smoothies, shake, ice cream, light eats. The drip coffee had a good taste (not bitter and light). The chocolate shake was also a win. read more

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This place is very cute and has some nice outdoor seating along the creek. We ordered the breakfast sandwich, the avocado toast, iced coldbrew and iced chai. Everything was really good, but it took a significantly long time to come out, and while there was a steady crowd of people before and after us, we waited like 20 minutes for our items which to me, seems a bit extreme for what we ordered. read more

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Rafia S.

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2 years ago

I absolutely love this cute and cozy coffee shop! The staff was very helpful in the ordering process. Their menu is fantastic and there's a great variety options, which I really appreciated! I got the matcha latte with white chocolate syrup, and I loved it. The shop has plenty of seating indoors and outdoors by the creek (keep an eye out for wildlife in the morning!). read more

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Andrew F.

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Vibe check. + Coffee. + Location on river. + Been here 2 different times in our travels to Rocky Mountain. Only thing that would top it is a cinnamon roll. read more

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Alyssa W.

11 months ago

We stopped in here on our way out from RMNP and the stars aligned by providing a parking space for us. That would be the only negative thing I would say, parking is limited. Besides that, I loved the ambiance of the shop, huge windows, beautiful scenery. As for the coffee, I was pleasantly surprised. We are not from Estes park, so I am not familiar with all of the coffee spots, but we like our coffee and prefer places other than Starbucks. I got my usual, a mocha latte, and it was very good! Perfect balance of flavor, I was very happy with it. The person working the register was very nice and friendly as well. If we stayed in Estes park, we would absolutely be going back there. read more

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I was very impressed with this coffee shop! Despite being super busy we got our food and drink really fast! They have so many different flavors for coffee to choose from. The coffee was smooth and easy to drink. The breakfast sandwich and burrito were hearty and heavy!!! I love the big windows to look outside on the creek. I think this is a great spot to check out in Estes! read more

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Rachel S.

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One of our favorite stops in Estes. We love the vibe and the coffee, tea, and food. The location also can't be beat as it sits right by the water. I always feel so peaceful when I visit here. read more

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Travis M.

1 year ago

Coffee and hot chocolate were superb. Shop has great atmosphere and friendly staff. We had bagels and cream cheese and though they were a bit overloaded with cheese, they were delicious. read more

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This is a nice coffee shop along the riverside walk in downtown Estes Park. They have your typical variety of espresso-based drinks and teas, plus seasonal variations (hello, pumpkin spice!). Orders are made fresh so it may take a little time if the place is busy, but they still keep a good pace. Seating available indoor and outside, although I recommend taking your drink to-go as you stroll the riverside walk and local EP shops! read more

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Emerald E.

2 years ago

Omen of my favorite ways to start the morning in Estes Park. Very tasty coffee, stunning location with the walking path along the river. read more

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Nikki H.

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Second time coming here. I ordered a Mocha and my husband ordered milk shake with expresso. Our drinks were perfect. I really like the ambiance of the cafe. All employees were friendly and knowledgeable. read more

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Ilana S.

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So grateful we discovered this coffee shop on day 1 of our trip so we could come everyday!! The folks working here are lovely, and the drinks are delicious. The chocolate espresso kind milkshake is so much delicious goodness. Not ashamed to say I've had this everyday we've been here, post-hike. Also I recommend the banana bread! The outdoor patio is the icing on the cake, grab a bench and enjoy your treats while being mesmerized by the flowing water and white noise of the river! Until next time! read more

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Jaguar G.

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This coffee shop became our morning, perfect routine while staying at Estes Park and before our hikes in RMNP. They have delicious coffee and breakfast sandwiches. This coffee shop can get super busy. The best time to go in the morning is before 8:00am read more

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Alex B.

1 year ago

This is a MUST Go-To Coffee shop! Outstanding service with amazing food and drinks. Definitely loved the Keyhole (Add Cream Cheese). This is the best coffee place in Estes Park 10/10! read more

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470 E Elkhorn Ave
Estes Park, CO 80517
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(970) 586-5206
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http://www.kindcoffee.com

Hours

What time does Kind Coffee open?

Kind Coffee opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Kind Coffee close?

Kind Coffee closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Kind Coffee take credit cards?

Yes, Kind Coffee takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Kind Coffee have catering options?

No, Kind Coffee does not have catering options.

Does Kind Coffee serve alcohol?

No, Kind Coffee does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Kind Coffee allow dogs?

Yes, Kind Coffee allows dogs.

Does Kind Coffee have TVs?

Yes, Kind Coffee has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Kind Coffee have bike parking?

Yes, Kind Coffee has bike parking.

Does Kind Coffee have outdoor seating?

Yes, Kind Coffee has outdoor seating options.

Does Kind Coffee have parking?

Yes, Kind Coffee has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Kind Coffee have free WiFi?

Yes, Kind Coffee has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

KIND offers Estes Park's only roasted coffee- all certified organic and fair trade. We're also a full service coffee shop- organic teas, fresh fruit smoothies, milkshakes, and a slew of breakfast and lunch items. While you're here, enjoy free WiFi (with any purchase); riverfront seating and access; great Estes Park souvenir shopping and don't forget the dog sitter (or friend or family) so get some poundage (of fresh roasted beans) to take home with you! Are you a local (or tourist?) Find Kind Coffee on Facebook to take advantage of Deals and be notified of specials and new coffees/events.

History

Established in 2002.

Kind Coffee is dynamically committed to supporting local communities and promoting the sustainability of our environment. We consider it our mission to provide customers the opportunity to positively impact the planet through the purchase of our high quality roasts. Each bean that comes out of our roastery is chemical free, fairly traded, shade grown, certified organic, Swiss Water decaffeinated, good for you and the environment. In other words, Kind is what coffee should be. Kind's intent extends beyond a profit, attempting to reach the consumer's principles, perhaps enticing other businesses to do the same. We are thrilled to be able to give of our time, energy, money and, of course, coffee, to non-profit organizations and other causes and events in order to give back to the community that supports us. This example, we hope, will encourage coffee drinkers to keep choosing fairly traded, shade grown, certified organic coffee that celebrates life and the preservation of our world.

Meet the Business Owner: Amy H.

Locally owned and operated since 1998.

Ask the Community - Kind Coffee

Do they have milk alternatives like soy, coconut and almond? Do they carry vegan baked goods/ breakfast foods?

Yes! It varies but they usually carry several alternatives.

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The Bird's Nest

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%!

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!

Perfect pair. Almond croissant and Oso house blend.

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Upstairs seating area, so nice!

Notchtop

If you are in Estes Park in the am Notchtop is the place to eat! I suggest sitting on the patio as…read moreit has a great view of the mountains above the parking lot. Bring a jacket or blanket depending on the time of the year but even if it is brisk it will be worth it. The space is cozy just like the mountains. The staff here try to make it happen. At other places a group can be daunting but here they try to make your group happen. It is busy but people are constantly getting up and coming in. Alex was our server and he made sure we were well taken care of. He suggested items, checked in often, made sure things came out in a timely fashion and even showed us photos. The food is so yummy. They have plenty of hot beverages from coffee to decaf to tea to hot apple cider to warm you up. Everyone enjoyed their food, the drinks and the view. We will definitely be back. Don't hesitate

Lunch swing and a miss. We had high hopes for Notchtop - the concept is great and LOVE that there…read moreare vegetarian and vegan options (not just one item) - for that it gets 2 stars. Otherwise, we were mightily disappointed. Saturday, late June ~1pm - we were seated quickly enough. Took a while for the server to take our order (~10 minutes before she came for our drink order) and it took well over 45 minutes for our food to come out! They weren't particularly busy (lots of open tables) and there were a lot of servers. Maybe short staffed in the kitchen? Probably more disappointing than waiting so long was the food itself. Potato soup was "fine" but nothing special and way too much bacon. Three of us got side salads and every single one of us had warm lettuce. Not even room temperature - warm, like it had been sitting under a heat lamp. The turkey panini had way more mayo that should be allowed on a sandwich and the bread was barely toasted. We waited so long for our food we couldn't risk sending it back. As it was, we were there for so long we had to change our afternoon plans to go to RMNP because we rain out of time. Fortunately, we live only an hour away so we can go back. If you are looking to maximize your time in Estes I would not recommend Notchtop. Plenty of other options in Estes.

Corned Beef Hash

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Corned beef hash

Inkwell & Brew

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Rock Cut Brewing Company

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!

We stopped by for a beer after dinner. They offered good beers, food truck (burger truck today),…read moreoutdoor seatings by the creek with live music. It's a fun and layback vibe. Puppies are welcome too:) I sampled some of their beers, and picked the amber which was GABF award, good one! My friend had a lighter beer and she was happy with it. Staff were friendly, gave good recommendation, and their beer samples.

Outdoor seatings with live music and food truck

Featured beer flight

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Two GABG medals, not bad

Snowy Peaks Winery

Snowy peaks winery has a huge variety of wines!! I love traminette and gerwurtzaminer wines and…read morethey had both along with a dozen other white wines as well as reds and rose wines. Their charcuterie options were also abundant but we opted for the Colorado wild game sausage board. So worth it to try some exotic meats including elk, wild boar & blueberry, and the most interesting in my opinion...the pheasant and rattlesnake sausage. All were flavorful and went well w the beer cheese and jam but I personally loved the elk sausage the most.

Snowy Peaks Winery is seriously upping their game, and it shows. The place feels totally refreshed…read morewith new paint, a new menu, and an overall new vibe that's warm, welcoming, and fun. The staff is outstanding--everyone we interacted with was genuinely friendly and went out of their way to make sure we had the best experience. You can tell they really care about what they're building here. The wine selection is excellent, and their flights are a steal at just $14. They also offer meads, mulled cider, and an entirely new food menu that pairs perfectly with the drinks. There's clearly a lot of thought going into the experience now. We also heard a new deck area is coming soon, plus plans for a paella night--which honestly sounds amazing and gives us even more reason to come back. If you haven't been to Snowy Peaks recently, it's absolutely worth another visit. They're doing great things and it's becoming a must-stop spot in Estes Park.

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Purple Mountain Taffy

We popped in here while walking around Estes! It was a great experience. We had kiddos in our group…read moreand the staff at the taffy shop were so kind and attentive. They even let them touch some of the taffy before it was stretched, which was so interactive and fun. There are so many flavors to choose from and walking around the shop choosing was memorable and sweet (literally).

Free samples, friendly owner, and also a cool taffy making machine. Vanilla sea salted caramel was…read moreso good and there was a huge variety of taffy flavors.

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