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    Pony Expresso

    4.6 (164 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Closed 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Tiffany V.

    stopped here before we left mariposa and the coffee was super yummy, I ordered a iced vanilla latte w/ chocolate drizzle ! The coffee shop was also really cute and cozy especially on a rainy day. I like how they had a little library and card games to play.

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    Megan Y.

    My friends and I stopped by here during a break during work on a Friday. We were just at the intersection of Highway 49 and 140 down the road, so it was an easy walk. The space looks so cozy and the lady at the counter was so nice. I got an iced tea and shared a chocolate chip cookie with my friends. The tea was good, not too special. The cookie was so special & huge!!! I did hear that they got purchased by the Coffee Shop across the intersection, but I'm not sure how that will go.

    kortney s.

    A MUST stop if you are in Mariposa. Get the Banana bread and thank me later. It is the best banana bread and probably the best dessert I I have ever eaten. I wish I could have told Deb, the owner and baker. There are plenty of places to park and it is a quaint spot. Most places in the area are dog friendly and Pony Espresso has a patio area with a dog "hitching area." I will be going back my third time before I drive home to try the breakfast items including a frittata and breakfast burrito or sandwich. The coffee is good, with alternative milk options and endless flavors. I ordered half sweet and Kezzia was so sweet to make sure I enjoyed my drink. I unfortunately do not have a picture of the Banana bread because I ate it too quickly

    Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cake & Mocha Latte
    Cece L.

    Beautiful and chic coffee shop before heading to Yosemite! Coffee shop has many funny quotes posted around the store. Iced mocha latte was delicious and honorable mention for the Cinnamon Toast Crunch cake!

    A delicious apple pastry
    Tamra Q.

    Headed to Yosemite and needed coffee At 6:30 am. Found a unique cute shop that serves breakfast sandwiches, pastries, lattes and coffee. Reasonably priced and everything was warm out of the oven. Will stop again

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    cami c.

    Visiting friends in Mariposa and this stop is a very expanded location for our coffee pilgrimage! And a welcome one at that! A cute, very clean, shop with lovely service. I ordered my typical almond milk latte. Then my husband asked if they had a signature latte and they mentioned brown sugar and cinnamon. Well, I had to change my order since that is my new fav flav from another shop on our pilgrimage. Hubby's drink came first, and after tasting it he asked me to taste--which he NEVER does. Said something didn't taste right. I tasted and said, yes, there is no sweetner/syrup. When my drink was ready I told the barista we didn't taste the flavors for brown sugar/cinnamon and she quickly flashed a smile, grabbed both drinks, and said "That's because I forgot that step!" lol! She added the syrups and we were on our way. Overall the drinks were good, but they have stiff competition from us because just the day before we visited afore mentioned shop in Martinez that used real brown sugar and cinnamon vs. syrups, hence the four stars-- which is still a great rating! We will be back on our next visits--gotta try the Boogie Beans!

    Cappuccino - the milk was over steamed
    Afshin D.

    Service: 3/5 Store Ambience: 5/5 Store cleanliness: 5/5 Location: 4/5 Coffee:2/5 Overall: 3/5 We were looking for a quick coffee stop on our way back from Yosemite. We found this cute place right off of the highway and decided to try it out. Of course good Yelp reviews contributed to our decision as well. The store is very clean. The staff who took our order didn't speak a word other than telling us how much our order cost. They have some pastries in stock as well as merchs and they even sell their own roasted coffee. So my expectations were slightly high when I walked it. Especially given the fact that I know and understand coffee. In terms of coffee, it was very bitter (close to dark roast where usually good quality arabica coffee is not roasted to that level) and the worst part was the milk which was overheated (the temp was way over 160F). And lastly the foam to milk ratio in my cappuccino was off. So if this place was in a populated area or let say in San Francisco it would have been very disappointing. But given the location and everything else I give it a 3/5.

    Tawnia S.

    Great place to stop! Delicious food and drinks. Friendly and witty staff. They have a great way of making those just passing through like they are a favorite local. Definitely stop to grab a drink and a little fun conversation

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    8 months ago

    Great and friendly staff, homey old town vibes, coffee - recommend place for studying perfect place to find community and supportive people

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    5 months ago

    Yum, yum, yum!! Cute, clean little space. Really good peppermint white mocha coffee after a long drive.

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    Pre made food was a disappointment other wise it was ok. Nice ambiance and employees.

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    2 years ago

    Great local coffee place. Restrooms. Free wifi. Love the blended drinks. And right next to the High Country Health Food Store!

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    5 months ago

    the marshmallow hot chocolate was AMAZING!! i will be visiting here every time i'm in Mariposa !

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    1 year ago

    Love the local feel of this coffee shop. The coffee and baked goods are very good, especially love the cookies.

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    1 year ago

    Excellent coffee! Excellent service! Went on our way to Yosemite and had to stop again on our way out of town!

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    amy E.

    Ty I'm so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!

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    amy E.

    Your kind review is much appreciated! Amy E

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    1 year ago

    Best coffee in Mariposa, the Barista's are friendly and know what they are doing. The Pony Blast is very refreshing and a nice treat.

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    4 years ago

    My favorite coffee shop in town, of them. That is all you need to know. Thank you for starting our mornings off right!

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    THanks so much!

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    Excellent coffee. Service was a little slow due to low staff when we got there, but the coffee was well worth the wait.

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    2 years ago

    Delicious mochas and strawberry cake. Friendly staff. Places to sit outside with our dog, Baxter and Mountain vistas.

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    The Coffee Shop - Entrance

    The Coffee Shop

    4.8(25 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    This was probably my #2 spot in Mariposa. The lady who owns it is so nice & I enjoyed reading the…read morenews story behind their opening. Their offerings are so affordable & they have so many options! Longest menu seen at a coffee shop. Basically, you can combine as many syrups as they have available. I feel like their portions are also very generous. Look at that giant smoothie & latte! They also have bagels and several baked goods for sale. I loved the blueberry muffin!

    The Coffee Shop is one of a few stand-alone coffee shops in the charming town of Mariposa. An…read moreafternoon caffeine pick-me-up was needed, so we stopped an hour before closing (6 PM). LOCATION It's hard to miss the avocado paint color from the road. But to assist in locating The Coffee Shop, it's next to the Mariposa Visitor's Center. There's a cute Free Library wedged in between both businesses. SERVICE The employee working was very welcoming and friendly. She informed us that cold brew was out for the day. I mean, how did she know? We ended up ordering iced lattes instead. INTERIOR Small and cozy coffee shop. The owner recently put up a world map for you to add a pin of where you're from. Fun and neat idea for a coffee shop, considering the town receives lots of tourism for Yosemite. ORDER * Iced White Chocolate Latte -- I ordered the latte with oat milk. It was okay. It has a good espresso flavor. I appreciated that the drink wasn't made overly sweet. The white chocolate is subtle. There are a ton of flavors for lattes, but all are syrup-based. * Iced Oat Latte -- My SO ordered this, and it did its job. Overall, The Coffee Shop has a wide selection of drinks, and its mission is to caffeinate you. Give this locally-owned shop a visit.

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    High Country Health Foods & Cafe

    High Country Health Foods & Cafe

    4.5(203 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Stopped in for a sandwich because I'm not big on fast food or greasy crap. I don't remember the…read morename of the sandwich, but I'll post the picture. It was absolutely amazing. Would highly recommend.

    I came here with two friends after leaving Yosemite. Perhaps we came on an off day, but the staff…read morewe interacted were rude and made use feel very unwelcome. We came here because they have vegetarian options and looked like a fairly quick option. This was one of the worst dining experiences I've had in a while. We bought three sandwiches, two drinks, and a dessert from the cafe and the staff were rude and didn't let us eat at the tables in the cafe. Even though we had bought multiple items and just wanted to eat our sandwiches quickly before getting the staff member at the cafe was so rude we ended up taking our food outside and eating in our car in 103 degree heat. I got the roasted sandwich without cheese and with bacon. The sandwich itself was tasty and the chicken was moist. However, the cost was nearly $8 for half a sandwich, which was very small. Ambiance: the cafe area looked clean and was completely empty. It would have been fine and serviceable. Customer Service: 1 star. We arrived shortly before 3 p.m. and staff rushed us. I asked for three minute to read the menu and the cashier at the cafe said they were closing in two minutes. It was the most unwelcome I've felt at a restaurant in a very long time. There was no one else there, we had already bought multiple things from the cafe and spent over $50 all together and had to eat our sandwiches in the parking lot in 103 F heat. I've been to other establishments and unknowingly shown up near closing time, but usually that can be communicated politely. I regret spending any money here and supporting this business. Taste: 3 stars for the taste, texture and flavor of the chicken sandwich. 2 stars for the farmers market wrap. 3.5 stars for the carrot zucchini cake. Value: 2 stars. Half sandwich was overpriced and very small for the price.

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    Chicken chili, don't usually think chicken goes in chili I'm still not convinced

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    Cinnamon Roll Bakery and Cafe - CinnamonRoll Bakery Café, Mariposa: 2026 Apr 1

    Cinnamon Roll Bakery and Cafe

    4.6(62 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Found this place our first night up here on our way to our valentines weekend in Yosemite and was…read morereally curious about trying it maybe in our way back. Finally stopped in and so glad we did. Amazed by the taste and quality of this place. Simple breakfast and coffee drinks for a journey home and a great place to sit and catch a break. Cashiers were tentative and friendly and hospitable! Thank you for serving us. Looking forward to the next time we come in.

    CinnamonRoll Bakery Café, Mariposa: 2026 Apr 1 (4.25 of 5)…read more My appointment in Mariposa ended early enough for me to check out several of the eateries in Mariposa. I decided to visit CinnamonRoll Bakery Café on 5th Street. This place was easy to find - on a side street right off the main stretch. Parking: Parking close to the eatery was a bear. I had to drive down the slope and up again, and finally found parking on the main street. Parking is free so that's a plus. (3.75 of 5) Storefront: The storefront speaks for itself - Cinnamon Rolls. It shows you what their specialty is. One table with a couple of chairs was placed right before you enter the shop. I thought that was cute. (4 of 5) Interior: Inside is open and clean. There are lots of artwork and trinkets to check out while you're waiting for your food. A tiny stage-like platform stood in one corner. I'm guessing they have life music on certain days. There is also a stairway that leads to upstairs seating but I did not check that out. (4 of 5) Service: I find the service encompasses a customer's experience - the greeting was warm and friendly. Placing my order was easy. Fyi, you get a discount for paying in cash. (5 of 5) Food: My order of two cinnamon rolls looked appetizing. When I got home - about 45-minutes later, the rolls were still intact. The spiral shape rolls maintained its shape. Both the rolls are pillowy, soft, and buttery in texture, and not overly sweet. Personally, I prefer the roll topped with nuts but without the glaze. The nuts tasted fresh and crunchy. Overall, these rolls were a 4.5 of 5. I was taking some snapshots outside when one of the staff walked out. I asked if I could take an image of him outside the store for social media. He said I could. His name is Burke (sic).

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    Cinnamon Roll Bakery and Cafe - Lemonade and Matcha with honey sweetener : 10/10 Cinnamons with frosting + nuts: 10/10

    Lemonade and Matcha with honey sweetener : 10/10 Cinnamons with frosting + nuts: 10/10

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    Sticks Coffee - Veggie sandwich

    Sticks Coffee

    4.8(195 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    Sticks Coffee, Mariposa: 2026 May 19 (5 of 5)…read more Tucked behind tall shrubs along a short alleyway is a secret door to a little coffee shop. My observations alerted me to a communal yet cozy setting, with shared table and comfortable benches. This establishment feels magical to me. The floor is clean and the wooden tables and benches are inviting. I noticed that they have regular customers, as one after another, the customers were greeted by name with hugs and big smiles. Savanna (sic) greeted me and took my orders: small latte & ricotta + egg toast. My Ricotta + egg toast was delicious and the presentation was nicely done. The ingredients looked simple and the herbs tasted fresh and clean. The dish was perfectly seasoned. I tasted a little 'heat' at the back of my throat, but that's something I can handle. I even enjoyed the green sauce over the top. LOL! My order of latte was smooth and creamy. No sugar needed here. The creamy milk did its job. Savanna made my coffee after taking the order, and I complimented her on the delicious coffee. Would I go back? You betcha! And I'll bring my friends. Note: There's seating outdoors as well for those who bring their four-legged family members

    Stopped by here as a recommendation from our Airbnb in the area. I got their seasonal drink which…read morewas a Sesame Latte. I don't think I could taste the sesame that much, but it was still good. For lunch, we ordered the Lox Toast and Za'atar Chicken Sandwich. I got a lightly dressed side salad added for $3. The Lox Toast was yummy. I was just a bit disappointed at the side salad. I don't think it was worth the $3 for a tiny box. The chicken sandwich was good and included chips. Not a bad place to stop by on the way to Yosemite.

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    Sticks Coffee - Breakfast Sammie - eggs, cheese, bacon, avocado and a nice little kick from pickled peppers - it was absolutely delicious!

    Breakfast Sammie - eggs, cheese, bacon, avocado and a nice little kick from pickled peppers - it was absolutely delicious!

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    1850 Restaurant

    1850 Restaurant

    4.1(854 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    I loved this place. Coming here made dinner feel like part of the trip instead of just "grabbing…read morefood." It's a smaller spot, so expect a wait, but honestly the bar makes it easy to relax while you wait for a table. Everyone was very attentive and polite. When I stayed in Mariposa, I tried their special. A burger with shrimp and sweet potato fries. Definitely different, but it worked surprisingly well and tasted amazing. Also, you HAVE to try the local brews, so get the flight. This place honestly feels like Mariposa's little slice of fancy without trying too hard. I had dessert too, and I can't even remember what it was called... I just remember it was gooooooood.

    We spent a day in Yosemite and stayed in Mariposa, and we wanted to grab something for dinner. We…read moresaw that 1850 was nearby and had decent reviews, so we wanted to try for ourselves. We parked right at the front with the gravel and got our names put down for two people. The hostess was very nice and gave us a buzzer for when our table would be ready. It took no more than 5 minutes before it buzzed and we got in. The restaurant itself is very cozy and decorated well. We sat at a table that used hanging doors as dividers, which we thought was a neat idea. The lighting was nice, not too bright but also not super dim. Our server told us about some specials and also recommended a few different meals. We took up her offer on fries and went with that. Even though it technically was a shareable, it was a huge serving! The fries were perfectly crunchy with a soft interior. The steak was also really juicy and tender, not too chewy at all. The sauces and cheese mixed in with the fries were also the perfect balance of salty, crunchy goodness. The salmon was deliciously soft and moist. They paired very nicely with the creamy mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli. We worked together to just barely finished the salmon and take most of the steak and fries home for leftovers. If you are in the area, I definitely recommend this spot! The quality and amount of food makes the price worth it. If we're ever visiting the area again, we'll definitely stop by 1850!

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    Pioneer Market & Pharmacy - Tesla charging stations in the parking lot

    Pioneer Market & Pharmacy

    3.5(92 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    We needed some last minute items for our Christmas Dinner and Pioneer Market had excellent hours…read moreand a HUGE selection of everyday needs. I was truly impressed with the stock of this grocery store and when we had an unexpected first aid need, the pharmacy area had everything we needed as well. The staff were kind, knew where things were in the store, and were truly in the spirit of the season (one was dressed as Santa!). I will certianly be visiting again next time I'm in town. Thank you Pioneer Market!

    Those of us in Mariposa now have no choice of a pharmacy . As a Medicare patient receiving Medi-Cal…read moresupplementary services, let me keep it simple: All those chairs up front? Keep the kids out of them and label them "For elderly, pregnant or disabled persons ONLY." THAT IS THE LAW. Make a space up front between the carriage return and the handicapped parking to let various LEGAL HANDICAPPED TRANSPORTATION SERVICE TO PULL UP. YOU ARE IN VIOLATION OF THE LAW. I know , I am a Legislative Analyst for handicapped transportation. YOU DO NOT MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. You rely upon Tuesday and Thursday "senior" shoppers and YET YOU DO NOT FULLY ACCOMODATE THEM AS PER THE LAW. Get the kids out of the minimal seats you provide, set aside a HANDICAPPED, SENIOR and PREGNANT seating area and ONE PARKING SPACE TO THE RIGHT OF THE CART AREA FOR MEDICAL AND OTHER TRANSPORTATION SERVICE TO PARK. Otherwise you are in trouble from people like me who know the law by the letter. As a senior disabled frequent shopper, I'm tired of your lack of response to these needs, considering how much you make off of us.

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