Great experience here...visited this fine establishment every morning during my stay in Fruita…read more Unusually busy due to a gravel bike race in town...sausage and verde chili breakfast burrito was the highlight...even with a little wait. Each day my caffeine intake was pleasurable here. Mocha and smiles each morning. Can't ask for more. I'll be back.

We had the breakfast burritos which were huge and delicious! The service was friendly and…read moreprofessional. We ate outside on a beautiful sunny day and enjoyed the outdoor picnic area.

As you can see, I've been coming to this coffee shop for a long time, through a number of different…read moreowners. They recently were acquired by a new owner, and the difference is marked. They have refreshed the various menus, which was badly needed. They have vastly improved their baked goods selection, very welcome change. And while it's somewhat secondary, they have upgraded their logo and merchandise, bringing it into the 21st century. I look forward to many more years of getting coffee (and more) here!

First off, their door is a hand injury waiting to happen. It seems like an easy fix, but…read moreapparently, it hasn't been a priority. They don't offer decaf coffee, and when I ordered regular coffee, they filled the cup so full it spilled all over my hand and pants. It might be a local favorite, but for me, it was definitely a letdown.

We just went through the drive through and have been up since 1 am! This starbucks came in clutch…read morefor my chauffeur (hubby) and i! The lady working was super sweet and fast with the food, the restaurant is super cute and the ambiance is amazing!

On our way to California and the nice lady gave my son a cheese danish on the house. Made our day!…read more5 stars for sure! Thanks again!

Honestly, I have a bit of a love-hate relationship with this spot. The coffee itself is undeniable…read more They are brewing Cat and Cloud beans here, which is a seriously respected roaster, and you can really taste that baseline quality in the cup. My absolute go-to is their breve latte with an extra shot. It's fire. The half-and-half is always steamed to a perfect microfoam, never scorched, and that extra pull of espresso balances the whole rich profile beautifully. It's the kind of drink that makes you want to sit back and just enjoy a quiet morning. Truth be told, the quiet morning part is where things get a little complicated. The atmosphere leans pretty far to the left, which is completely fine. People are free to do their thing. But sometimes that overly expressive vibe spills over into my personal bubble when I just want to enjoy a cup of joe. On my most recent visit, I got stuck sitting near a couple, and the woman was literally reading aloud from a therapy book. She was lecturing her male companion on the exact appropriate way he needs to talk to her in their relationship. I'm all for healthy communication. Listening to a live couples counseling session at nine in the morning is not exactly pleasant, though. It's a funky place, and they definitely cater to a specific crowd, which fits their eclectic, community-driven aesthetic perfectly. If you're into that kind of high-energy sharing, you'll probably rate this place five stars without blinking. I'll definitely keep coming back because that breve latte is just too good to pass up. I just might start bringing a good pair of headphones. Sometimes a guy just wants to drink his coffee in peace.

I'm sure on any other day this would've been a five-star experience so I'm gonna chalk it up to…read morebeing a fluke. However, it was a very unsavory fluke. Walking in, I fell in love with the adorable, retro chic without being too pretentious vibe. The barista was so friendly that I felt like I made a new best friend upon arriving. And I was the first person there. I made a point to get there right after they opened because I was on a road trip, and I needed to get back on the road quickly. So I ordered a quick toast and a Cortado. The coffee came out quickly and was good, and then after 15-ish minutes, I was still waiting for the food, I thought maybe they forgot the order, so I went up to my new bestie and asked them about it, and apparently someone who was supposed to be there to make the food wasn't there yet. That was extremely frustrating. I wish they had warned me in advance that there might be a wait for the food because I would've opted not to order it, but at that point I was committed since going elsewhere would just tack on more time. 20 mins after that, I finally got my toast. Yes, 35 minutes to deliver a toasted piece of bread with some toppings and a small bed of lettuce with blueberries and seeds. At that point, I was bummed cause now my whole day was delayed. Fortunately, the toast was yum, and I know this place is beloved, so I think they just need to make sure they have someone reliable taking care of the food preparation on Sunday mornings. No more Saturday night party people!

Wyatt and Haley rolled into town, so we decided to head over to Fruita Tavern for dinner and a…read morecouple of drinks. I had the Chicken Tenders with Cajun fries . The chicken was crispy and really good, and the Cajun fries were a nice touch! Wyatt went with the Burger of the Moment -- The Jalapeño Popper -- two smash patties, sliced jalapeños, Swiss cheese , bacon , whipped jalapeño cream cheese, and onion marmalade. He said it was excellent! Haley kept it simple with the Kids Grilled Cheese and really liked it! Of course, we had to try a few drinks too! I had a Paloma , Wyatt had a custom Whiskey Sour , and Haley went with the Riverbend Refresher . Everyone was happy with their choice! Good food , good drinks , and a fun atmosphere! If you're ever in Fruita, Fruita Tavern is definitely worth a stop! -- eating dinner with Wyatt Kendall at Fruita Tavern.

This place is an incredible venue with amazing indoor and outdoor space. Perfect for live music…read more The vibe is chill. The people are too. Unfortunately the beer kind of sucks. It is certainly drinkable, but sometimes memorable and somewhat negative way and other times it's just an average beer going down. This place has potential to be amazing.

I stopped in to grab some carb-heavy breakfast fuel before heading out for a day of exploring…read moreColorado National Monument, and it turned out to be the perfect choice. When I arrived in the morning, there was already a long line wrapped around the bakery, but I decided to stick it out because the aroma wafting from the building smelled too amazing to pass up. I am so glad I stayed because every item I ordered was extremely fresh, absolutely delicious, and remarkably well-priced for the quality. It is the ultimate morning pit stop in Fruita, and the fantastic food made the wait more than worth it.

Chasing the ghost of a good thing at this point. When they started out, I was there every day they…read morewere open every week. The front of the house was incredibly hospitable and accommodating. I fear that their quick success got to their head. They marked up the danishes 40% but refuse (2 months later now) to put a price saying they are seven dollars not five dollars each. Technically that's legal, but that's not really ethical to bait and switch at the register. I am an avid at home French pastry chef. I have specifically perfected Kouign Amann out here, but it took me a a few months to figure out how to tweak it with the elevation. Kouign Amann is basically a French morning bun to simplify it for people. They're easy to burn the bottom. This place repeatedly burns the bottom of their morning buns. The grumpy short and stout lady upfront has an attitude about it. After I kindly asked for a new one because it was burnt (due to the taste, and I literally drove back) She rolled her eyes at me and asked the other girl to go look at the bottom and get me one that didn't look as dark. The second one didn't look as dark, but sure was dry with a burnt taste. Today I went and got a morning bun and I took a bite and it taste burnt. I thought maybe the month hiatus was going to help them get their act together. No unfortunately the lady had no mercy on me. Don't buy their morning buns. They don't know how to cook them and they don't throw out bad batches. No pride in their work or transparency in their pricing. Your sister is your sister, but she's not doing you any favors at the cash register

On my way to Illinois, I think I saw the sign on the freeway.... i'm like holy cow. I can get a…read morebagel! Nice big and friendly location. Normal Einstein bagels, which are pretty good. They're not boiled like real New York bagels, but they inject steam into the oven during the baking process to put some skin on them. I was grateful .... Good service too...

I don't usually review chain restaurants, but I come here like 3x a week minimum. I've noticed…read moredifferences in this Einstein location that I appreciate. It feels like a local spot and the franchise owner does a good job to make it feel community focused. Everyone who works there is super friendly. I get bacon egg and cheese and they are always fresh and tasty. It can be kind of messy dirty feeling in there at times which is why they miss one star. They should do more spot cleaning during the day but they seem understaffed sometimes. Overall perfect spot to grab a quick breakfast!

Monument Coffee was a huge win! My girlfriend and I both got a coffee each and a breakfast…read moresandwich. Coffees came out fast and tasty and even had coffee ice cubes so the coffees didn't get watered down. We both got their BEC (bacon, egg, and cheese) and added cream cheese, highly recommend! Can't wait to come back the next time we are in town! We ate it too fast to capture any pictures!

A solid Mom and Pop eatery. The breakfast burritos we had were tasty, lots of filling, and easy to…read moreeat. The place was clean, tidy, and well organized. They helped us work around a food allergy.

I just got a cold brew and it was good! Ambience is nice and the staff was very friendlyread more

I was driving through Grand Junction and stopped at this coffee shop hoping to grab a quick coffee…read morefor the road. We didn't see any signs on the door, and I was planning to place an order and wait outside with my dog. I'm not going to tie my dog to a tree. We were inside for literally a few seconds before we were immediately told dogs weren't allowed and that we needed to leave. We weren't even given a chance to respond, explain that I was just trying to order, or even be asked whether my dogs were service animals. I completely understand having a no-dog policy. That's not the issue. The issue was how unnecessarily abrupt and unwelcoming the interaction was. There are much better ways to communicate a policy to a customer who just walked in and clearly wasn't aware of it. Instead, we were basically dismissed before we could even say anything. So we left and took our business elsewhere. Grand Junction has already been a weird stop for us, and after this experience, we'll definitely be skipping this place in the future.

The staff is top notch. The food is great . Local feel for a fun experience. I will be coming…read moreback.

Passing through town on a motorcycle ride. Almost didn't stop due to the rating, but decided to…read moregive it a try & glad I did. The service was excellent. Waitress was very attentive & accommodating. The food was a 4, but the over-medium eggs were done to perfection (which is hard to find for some reason). Definitely try again if I'm ever in town.