Forgive me for not taking a pic. I've been coming in and out of Gunnison Colorado for years as a…read morecorporate charter pilot and have always enjoyed the Backcountry Café. This time I had the opportunity to bring my wife along and she just fell in love with the café. We ate there a couple of mornings for breakfast and a couple of days for lunch and as always great food, great people and sometimes there's a line out the door. One morning breakfast while we were in town it was so packed that a couple got up from the table, came to us at the door and invited us to sit with them. Turns out they're locals. Just want to say we are super appreciative to Tony & Ellie for asking Stephanie and I to sit with them. We now have new friends in town. Had a great breakfast. Great Fellowship. We will be back. Over the years, I think I've had everything on the breakfast menu. This trip for lunch I had the backcountry club, Philly cheesesteak, and Blue Mesa sandwich. Everything, that we have ever eaten here has always been really good

Nice spot that is obviously popular with locals. It was pretty crowded for breakfast. Service was…read morequick despite the rush. It's a classic old cafe with a modern vibe. The menu is pretty broad, but I settled on huevos rancheros. They were delicious and the portion was filling.

Stopped in Leadville for a quick run, and had to stop for coffee. There's plenty of easy street…read moreparking, and the inside is cute with friendly staff! My partner got a chai, and I got a lavender latte. Her chai was the best we've had in a while, and my latte was good as well. Will def be back when I run the Leadville 100 ;)

The scone and blueberry muffin were both pretty bland, and the coffee was a bit acidic for my taste.read more

This place a great for many reasons. The employees are always so friendly. Coffee and smoothies…read moreare amazing. The gift shop has so many things! Home goods, kitchen stuff, souvenirs, clothing, kids stuff etc. Cozy indoor fireplace and the outside seating area is nice and so cozy. Great views too!

From the owner: Welcome to The View Cafe & Gifts, our cozy coffee shop nestled within a delightful gift store. We…read moreare the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a delicious coffee, tea or smoothie while browsing our unique selection of gifts. We look forward to helping you celebrate the big and small moments in life.

I love this place but my experience this morning was soured by the scam being purposely ran at the…read morecash register to trick tourists who don't realize there is a 15% service charge (tip) already included in every transaction here. I was really disappointed with what I saw at the register today. The cashier was only handing customers the tip receipt to sign without showing the itemized receipt first, and the 15% service charge was already added. I watched one customer pay the $7 service charge and then unknowingly add a $10 tip on top of it. Several others did the same because they had no idea the service charge was already included. What bothered me even more was that the cashier held back the itemized receipt until after customers had already signed and added a tip, and only then asked, "Do you want your receipt?" At that point, customers had no chance to see what they were actually paying for. If people want to tip extra, that's totally fine -- but they should be aware of what's already been added. Watching multiple customers unintentionally double‑tip didn't feel good, and it's something that needs to be addressed.

Sweet staff, delicious coffee, serene nostalgic music & vibes. I'm loving this Gold n' Lavender…read moreLatte with homemade nut milk (almond, cashew, and pumpkin) & honeycomb

Heaven really IS a place on earth while sitting on the patio with Summer sunlight filtered through…read moreAspen trees rustling with a gentle breeze. Although they're booked and busy, there's time to shop while you wait, very well worth the while. Friendly faces welcome me in, making a little mountain town feel like home - after waiting, Nellie got my order turned quickly without rushing. In addition to having atmosphere in spades, this is the home of the one & only Maui power pancake (sliced banana, almonds & seeds in a thick springy dough) - 2/2 and comforting as ever!

Paradise Cafe is a great breakfast nook located in Crested Butte. Diverse menu offering a wide…read morevariety of breakfast standards in a quaint mountain town dining area. Attentive service kept the meal flowing. We started with Camp 4 Coffee as both a drip and espresso and could not have had a better way to start breakfast. Or so we thought. We saw several of the other tables having the Bloody Mary and we jumped in head first - Paradise's Bloody was the perfect eye opener for a day on the slopes. We ordered the Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon and the #4 which is two eggs, hot Polish sausage and a pancake (served with optional REAL maple syrup - frankly, faux maple syrup is an abomination that needs to be banned in all 50 states!) The dishes were delicious, portions were generous, and we could not have been more pleased . Next time we will try the Huevos Rancheros which neighboring tables were tucking into with great abandon. We are regulars at McGills but are very pleased to have discovered Paradise which is now part of our breakfast rotation in Crested Butte.

Whenever we pass through BV, we find ourselves dropping into Cool River. The place is always…read morehopping, and this recent stop was no exception. There is almost always a line snaking through the shop to place your order, but the staff is genuinely hustling hard to move people along. Once you get through the queue, you grab your drink and wait for them to call your name from the kitchen. It is a familiar routine for a reliable morning fuel up. Truth be told, this particular visit turned into a bit of a comedy of errors. I ordered a Cool River Burrito with chorizo, but the kitchen lost the ticket entirely. When they finally sorted that out, they failed to pack it to go as requested, so it ended up being a bit of a messy situation overall. To add to the frustration, the outdoor tables were pretty neglected. None of them had been wiped down or cleared, and unfortunately they were the only spots available to sit. Honestly, the food itself usually redeems the bumps in the road. When the burrito did show up, it was tasty and plenty big enough to satisfy a massive appetite, packed full of hearty ingredients and that chorizo punch. The interior space is definitely on the cramped side, but it manages to feel cute and features a nice modern vibe. Despite the logistical hiccups, the crew working the counter is incredibly kind and busting their humps to keep up with the rush. It remains a great, dependable spot to grab breakfast and a solid coffee drink when you are in town.

Really friendly service in a cute space, in downtown BV. The Caramel Hazelnut Latte was pretty…read morerich, probably more than I needed, but the star was the Salome's Breckie Grilled Cheese. It is honestly one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've ever had! It *is* a little on the pricey side, but the food quality is undeniable.

Perfect quick, tasty lunch spot in Leadville before you get back on your mountain adventure. Stand…read moreis an order up, then they deliver food to you. I appreciate that there's both indoor and outdoor seating- of course you want to take in the mountains (!!!)- but if the weather is a bit harsh, there's ample indoor seating and a full bar. Both Cuban sandwiches we go were fully devoured. I personally appreciate that they didn't use mustard like typical Cuban sandwiches; but you can personalize it up front when ordering.

The lady that owns this place is completely unhinged. Screaming profanities at patrons amongst…read morechildren. Looking through the other reviews here and on other sites, seems to be consistent. After my most recent experience, I will go out of my way whenever possible to recommended ANYWHERE else but here. There are so many other local restaurants that deserve your business. Avoid this one at all costs.

I bought a roast beef sandwich today to go. The bread was stale and almost impossible to chew. The…read moreroast beef was too well done and there wasn't much of it. This is the 2nd time this has happened there. I'm local and won't order anything from them again. If I was eating at the restaurant I would have returned the food.

Deli roast beef sandwich.....very little meat, the cheese was packaged shredded....No taste....The…read morebread was yummy though......Would not go again....Maybe I ordered the wrong item. People sitting next to me I heard complain of an old not fresh cinnamon roll....

Looking for that perfect card or gift AND a fancy coffee prepared with care? You'll find all of…read morethe above in one lovely stop! I needed a wedding card and an anniversary card; this special shop delivered! I wasn't planning to get a coffee, but I'm glad I indulged myself with an Almond Joy latte. What a treat for a cloudy Buena Vista afternoon!

Quietest coffee shop in town and that's a good thing! Connected to a hotel, this coffee shop is not…read morefrequented as much as the other coffee shops in town which is great if you want a place to escape the buzz of the others. Furthermore, their gift shop is a really cool place to get one-of-a-kind gifts. A diverse assortment and reasonable prices.