While visiting Las Vegas, the Fat Man and his wife took a drive out to the Hoover Dam and stopped off in Boulder City to try The World Famous Coffee Cup Cafe. This is a family-owned, family-run staple breakfast and lunch destination for locals and people around the globe. It has also been featured on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives. I had the Papa Con Chili Verde with hashbrowns. This dish is made with Pork Chili Verde, cheddar cheese, pepper jack, pico de gallo, and flour or corn tortillas. I added an over-easy egg as well. The hash browns had a really nice crunch and good seasoning. The egg was cooked perfectly with a nice runny yolk. The cheese added some gooey texture, a little salt, and a bit of bite, while the peppers added a nice crunch to each bite. The pico also added a bright, fresh texture to the dish. The Pork Verde was beautiful, with great spice and juiciness, tender yet with a good chew. The entire dish works well together, and it was hard to stop eating it. I also sampled their biscuit with homemade gravy. The biscuit was light and airy with great texture, chew, and flavor. It was buttery and fresh. The gravy was seasoned really well, with big chunks of well-seasoned sausage that weren't overpowering, along with sage and other seasonings. The gravy was thick enough to stand up in its own, but not so thick that it had the consistency of glue. Perfect, flavorful, and amazing are about the only ways I could describe it. My wife had the B.L.T.E. on sourdough with home fries. This sandwich is served with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and egg. The sourdough was thick-cut and lightly toasted, with a light flavor, crunch, and great chew. The lettuce and tomato were fresh, bright, and both had a great texture. The eggs were well fried and seasoned. The bacon was medium-thick, cooked to perfection with crunch, chew, and a great salty flavor. The home fries came in a huge portion, were well seasoned, but were undercooked and had an unwanted crunch. They also came with grilled onions, which tasted good, but I'm not sure why they were put on top of the potatoes rather than cooked along with them. Coffee Cup has a full menu for both breakfast and lunch. They serve loads of burgers, wraps, sandwiches, plate meals, burritos, omelets, diner classics, and sides. They have a full bar and serve beer. The staff was extremely nice, and the service and food were quick. The Fat Man says that The Coffee Cup Cafe is Fat Man Approved with 3 chins. read more

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It was out first time here. We came after our hike on a Saturday and it was a bit of a wait so we built our appetite before dining in. Thankfully the location was perfect since there was a lot to see around the area. The place looked cool with a ton of decorations of skis on the ceilings and a lot of photos on the wall. Mind you when we dine in we're kind of easy because we order, eat, and leave. The service was good, we felt like we were taken care of and they were kind. We order the OG breakfast sandwich and the pork chili verde omelette. We came in really hungry so I thought it was going to hit the spot. My husband and I really tried to like the food but it just wasn't as flavorful as it looked. The croissant bread wasn't as buttery as we hoped for and since the pork chili verde omelette was seen on food network I had high hopes for it, just for it to taste bland. But I did enjoy the wheat toast. We were kind of disappointed because of all the good reviews this place has but it was at least a great experience to try it out. read more

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Stopped in for coffee. The menu is outstanding. I loved the feel and vibe of this restaurant. Spotless restrooms! A gem! read more

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Delicious breakfast options with bottomless coffee in a cute downtown - what's not to like?? Outside and inside are covered with travel kitsch which makes for fun photos. The food arrives hot, fresh, and filling - had the Papa Con Chili Verde - hash browns with green chile and cheese, pico de gallo and tortillas. Be aware that there are limited bathrooms. The downtown is very fun to walk around in with lots of shops and bars, and street parking is easy. read more

The Coffee Cup - Papa con Chile Verde - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

This place is incredible. So many delicious looking options that it was hard to choose what I wanted to eat. Everything we ordered was awesome. Super affordable prices too. I'm definitely coming back. read more

The Coffee Cup - The Godfather - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

Cute breakfast joint in Boulder City. Service was fast and friendly, no complaints about the food at all! I ordered the country fried steak, which was a big portion and tasted great. My favorite part of the breakfast was actually the toast though, it was thick and pillowy! The perfect piece of toast to go along with the coffee :) read more

The Coffee Cup - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

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We love visiting Historic Boulder City and this past Friday took advantage of the cooler weather and came here for brunch shortly after 9:00 AM. No lines yet! Nice vibe inside. Friendly service. The Meatloaf with 2 eggs and French toast was excellent! The Godfather Plate was a little spicy and also good but the Meatloaf entree was better. The pancake was good too. Huge portions! I couldn't resist purchasing a souvenir coffee mug--- perfect size! read more

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I finally stopped here for breakfast! It has gotten real popular since it was featured on Diners, Drive-ins & Dives. There was a line but got seated quickly since it was just me...the counter moves faster! My server was Danielle - even though they were busy she was super attentive. Actually everyone working the counter was great & cheerful. I always think the owners must be good to their staff when literary everyone working is smiling. I got the country omelette with the gravy on the side & coffee. The jalapeno peppers gave it a nice little punch of flavor. Highly recommend...so glad I finally stopped in! read more

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Coffee Cup Café has become one of those places we keep returning to, and somehow I'm only now writing a review. One of the best perks: you can order from the lunch menu even at breakfast. My husband is devoted to their meatloaf,--yes, the one featured on Food Network--and he happily rotates between the breakfast and lunch versions, always with fries. We've sampled a few other dishes over the years, but the meatloaf keeps pulling us back in. Next time, I'm committing to the lunch version myself. Great comfort food and a reliable favorite. read more

It's just a pleasure having breakfast or lunch at this very historic diner. Never disappoints. Tried the fish and chips this time and they were delicious. Always plentiful servings of fries. Atmosphere is very American. A must go to in Boulder City minutes to Hoover Dam. Still highly recommended. Service and staff are always top notch. read more

The Coffee Cup - Bar area. - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

The crowds, always crowds around this establishment! Wow it looks amazing! We are not even sure what's happening and all the fun and happy here ! Let's check it out ! The fun starts outside and to see that this is a great place to eat and enjoy together . How special! Since its inspection in 1994, they serve American eats and drinks. In fact it's the best Dam cup of coffee too. It's family owned . It obvious that it's great . It's so busy after you order you hear the order when it's ready over the loud speaker. How epic ? If you can, only by chance get a spot outside to dine it's great to watch all the bikes and cars that come across the street. Located on Main Street, this is the spot that they all stop and share their stories at. What an incredible experience here? We are outsiders and get involved it's very exciting. The coffee will make it all worth it . How about the decor of this place? Stickers from all over they paint a picture of the peace and harmony that indicates the stories others have shared here. So much rich history. Come and check it out. read more

The Coffee Cup - All stop here for the best "dam cup of coffee !" - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

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Love the interior decor especially during December this is my first time here we've never been inside before the times we come it's usually closed. The prices are very fairly priced and the pastries are made fresh daily. And they look amazing . The nitro cold brew with lavender is absolutely insane the lavender is so strong with i personally love the almond bear claw is next level. The staff was polite the place is very clean smells amazing and it's very warming and cozy. Love the place I'll be back for sure sooner than later. Keep up the hard work it shows.!! read more

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We stopped in for some breakfast, had the breakfast tacos - & the kahuna burger that was mentioned on the food network. I liked the French fries that came with the burger so much! As for the burger itself, it was good a slip & slider for sure because of the pineapple & sauce. Bf loved his breakfast tacos, second time hes ordered them. I love the ambiance in there.. like a cracker barrel vibe with many things to look at. Will be back again! Service was good & we were in and out quickly. read more

The Coffee Cup - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

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What a great place!! The place was packed, figured it was the best restaurant in town. We only waited a short 15 mins but there was plenty of waiting seats and a server even came by and got us drinks. The service was top notch!!! Everyone was so polite and just made us feel very welcome. There was a tv inside, which I love, and we got seated right in front of it!! No booths but a quaint ambiance. The food came very quickly and was delicious!!! Everyone should hit this place up on the way to Hoover Dam or Lake Mead!!! We will be back!! read more

The Coffee Cup - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

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This spot is perfect for homey comfort foods! Please take into consideration wait times may be long. (I went on a weekend table for 2 was about a 35min wait.) luckily they have a bar where you can order mimosas and bloody Mary's from while you wait! The omelette here was delish. read more

The Coffee Cup - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

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My go to breakfast spot in Boulder right in the heart of the downtown area. The food is always great and I love the cute mugs. The bathroom is clean which I always appreciate. They are very popular so there is usually a wait. The service is friendly and efficient. You never feel rushed but they still get your food out quickly so you can get on with your day and your adventures. read more

The Coffee Cup - Coffee! - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

This was an amazing breakfast and the best coffee too! Loved the friendly atmosphere and a short walk to the park. read more

They had a very extensive menu, so we all tried something different. Western omelette, build your own omelette and chili cheese dog burrito. All food was excellent! We also got mimosas, they were served in large water glasses, filled to the brim! I was so happy we finally got over there to try it. It definitely has that local mom and pop feel to it, yet another plus! read more

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Waffles are okay but the onion rings are out of this world crunchy and fresh. The staff is courteous and the coffee refills are FAST! Quaint place to enjoy a good breakfast. read more

The Coffee Cup - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

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Amazing place for a Sunday breakfast. Arrive early, and be prepared to wait for a table (although the wait wasn't too long, maybe 15 minutes). The staff is running fast to keep up with the orders! There are so many things on this menu that we want to try! We expect to return multiple times. read more

If you visit Hoover Dam, do yourself and have breakfast or lunch at The Coffee Cup Cafe in Boulder City. If you're coming from Vegas, skip the freeway that goes around Boulder City - it's a short compromise but you'll thank me if you have a meal in this cute little town. We had brunch here before visiting Hoover Dam and it was great!It has a classic diner vibe with a very friendly home town kind of feeling. We were seated within a few minutes of our arrival and spent some time looking over the extensive menu. We learned one of their house specialties was the corned beef hash and our served, when asked, said she likes it crispy. I ordered the "Short on cash" plate - 1 pancake, 1 strip of bacon and 1 egg and a side of their corned beef hash (crispy). My wife ordered the waffle with banana along with the corned beef hash and 2 eggs. The food was delicious, prices very reasonable, and service was very good. I have no hesitation recommending a meal at the Coffee Cup Cafe. read more

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We were visiting the area and friends brought us to the coffee cup which is an older restaurant in the beautiful Boulder City. The meatloaf and eggs was ordered by one of our party and it was the best of the meals! Everything was good but that was over the top good. With incredibly tender and flavorful meatloaf that was cut and seared on each side. The other notable dish was the pork chili omelet. The pork was cooked until tender and easily shred. Busy little spot but clearly a favorite location for locals.. we enjoyed the experience and reasonable prices. read more

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stopped in for a quick breakfast in this fun little café. I was not super hungry so I asked the waitress if they could do a two egg omelette instead of a three egg and leave off the sides. She was very kind and asked the Cook to do my omelette to the specific order and he took care of me. I had the chili Verde omelette, which was spectacular and bumping down to the two egg with no sides was still a very large meal. Please check out this super cute café and tip your waitress well, because they deserve it. read more

The Coffee Cup - Chile Verde omelette - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

All I can say about this place is amazing! Food: The food there was all delicious, hands down. I got the breakfast croissant sandwich with sausage and man that thing was good! The hash brown's were good too! My uncle got the pancakes, let me have a piece and they were also good! Very huge and fluffy. I'd say the best part was the coffee. Gotta love that small coffee shop coffee, the best. Service: The service here was great. Staff were more than busy but very attentive. They checked up on us every 10-15 mins to see if we needed a refill on coffee or anything else. Ambiance: Very cool memorabilia everywhere which is nice and expected from a small diner. There's plenty to look around at and lots of mugs, shirts and stuff to buy from there too. Overall, if you're on a road trip checking out Hoover Dam, this place is a must go to in Boulder City! Go early because there is a long wait time as my experience was 40 mins before getting a table after checking in. Worth the wait though and I recommend checking out! read more

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Very, very good friendly local place. Pancakes the size of a dinner plate just needed one and it was delicious. Well recommended that place anytime. read more

We have been coming to The Coffee Cup for many years & the Chinese Food Restaurant in that space before that. The food this time was not hot, our waitress was unfriendly, we got up 3 times to ask for something the waitress just didnt bother with. Something has changed to lower the standards of food quality & service. When we paid with a credit card, the girl at the register asked us if we wanted to leave a tip.....that was really a shock. We will vote with our dollar & not be back. Good luck.. read more

Stopped here for some breakfast on the way towards Utah this morning and was not disappointed. The pancakes were sooo much bigger than anticipated. Fresh and fluffy and a great choice for something lighter. Lots of leftovers. They had an extensive menu if you have a hearty appetite or a way to keep leftovers safely. The service was fast and friendly and the place had some really cool decor. For being smaller it wasn't overwhelming and didn't feel crowded. read more

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Entering, you are immediately greeted by amazing staff....the food is top notch, it could take an entire day just to enjoy everything displayed on the walls..the owner Terry walks through the entire place and says hello to all..service is fast, accurate ! A definite destination for anyone coming to Boulder City read more

Food was great, flavorful, service was excellent! A lot of conversation all around!! Laughing everywhere!!! The line was long on Saturday morning to get in, however we figured everyone here can't be wrong, we waited for about 10 minutes before our party of 3 were able to pick where we wanted to sit!! Great atmosphere for breakfast!!!! read more

Simply amazing... From the small town ambiance, to the warm friendly people you encounter while waiting outside... Everything is simply perfect. Then there is the service which is impeccable. Literally every lady was an absolute sweetheart to both my wife & I and we couldn't have been more pleased... There food is incredible. Every bite of their chili verde, tasted like I was at my Grandmas. I simply can't rave about this place enough. read more

The Coffee Cup - Chili verde omelette. - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

After a morning activity in town, my family and I decided to have lunch at The Coffee Cup. It came highly recommended on Google and Yelp. There was a long wait, which boded well for the experience. We found the service to be friendly and prompt, and liked the casual atmosphere. We ordered coffees and chocolate milks. The coffee was a bit disappointing. It tasted watery and lacked flavor. We then ordered pork verde omelette, while the kids ordered an OG breakfast sandwich and the Short on Cash breakfast, with chocolate chips added to the pancakes. We did not finish anything but the omelettes. The breakfast sandwich was a bit flavorless, with the bacon not enjoyable. We could only taste the bread. The pancakes did not taste like much beyond the syrup or the chocolate chips. We ordered bloody marys to replace the coffees we hadn't enjoyed, and found that those lacked any body to them. They were very thin and watery. We did not finish them. Overall, the service and ambiance were very nice, but the food was disappointing. read more

The Coffee Cup - This is the breakfast menu. - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

Well, we've done it again. We introduced another couple of unsuspecting friends to The Coffee Cup in Boulder City--and yep, they're hooked. It's honestly becoming a problem. Pretty soon, I won't be able to get a table without a disguise and a decoy. We've been coming here for years, and not once--not once--have we had a bad experience. The only "negative" is that it's too good, which means it's usually packed. I've had to wander off a few times, belly growling and head hanging low, to find food elsewhere. (Cue sad violin music.) But not this time. We rolled in at 8 AM on a Sunday expecting the usual crowd--but lo and behold, no line! We were greeted with a smile, seated immediately, and had coffee and drinks in front of us faster than you can say "chorizo scramble." Prices? Still great. Food? Still amazing. Service? Still spot-on. Friends' reaction? "When can we come back--and who can we bring?" It's starting to feel like I'm running a recruiting campaign for The Coffee Cup. I better stop singing its praises before it's standing-room only and I have to eat breakfast in the parking lot. Thanks, Coffee Cup crew--you continue to nail it every time. Please don't change a thing (except maybe consider a secret back entrance for us loyal regulars). Keep up the fantastic work! read more

I've always had a good experience here. Everyone's pretty friendly. The food is good. My go-to is the Papas Con Chili Verde with flour tortillas. They carry vanilla coffee creamer singles, which is a plus and so is the peaceful drive to Boulder City. read more

The Coffee Cup - Breakfast menu, January 2026 - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

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Our family finally had a chance to visit The Coffee Cup, a super charming diner in the heart of Boulder City. It's always busy so plan accordingly but there is lots of seating and they are efficient at moving people in and out. There's also a large counter if you are looking to jump in and out quickly. The menu is large with very reasonable prices and lots to choose from, whether breakfast or lunch. In fact, the menu is two sided with a ton of breakfast items on one side, and a similarly huge selection of lunch choices on the reverse. My daughter had French Toast, my wife had a standard eggs/hash browns/sausage links classic breakfast, and I decided to try the "Food Network" recommended Meatloaf and eggs. We all enjoyed our meals...my wife's was as expected but a shout out to super crispy hash browns (recommended!) and we all loved the thick homestyle sourdough toast provided with our meals. My daughter's French Toast was delicious and she loved it-- super good quality and great portions. As for my meatloaf, the eggs and hashbrowns were great but oddly, the meatloaf arrived cold and unfortunately needed to be sent back. The server brought back a brand new side of meatloaf after a few minutes and it was much better and had good flavor. The brown gravy that was over it was delicious and paired perfectly for this guilty pleasure diner staple. Overall, there are also lot of breakfast choices in Boulder City but we really enjoyed our time at The Coffee Cup. If you don't mind a short wait, you will be rewarded with some of the least expensive menu items we have seen lately, and great food quality overall. There is a reason they seem to have a loyal following and we look forward to returning! One quick note - the name The Coffee Cup can be a bit misleading as their coffee is more the diner version of it with endless pours of typical brewed goodness coming to your table. That said, if you desire a bit more espresso leaning specialty stuff, there is a great roaster a few doors down just FYI. read more

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All of the above! The coffee cup has the nostalgic vibe missing from the strip. It's a quick drive out to Boulder city. read more

The Coffee Cup - How good is CC? - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

Oh man, did this live up to the hype. Big and bountiful breakfast entrees full of meaty goodness. Chili verde to die for. Big time thumbs up on the Bloody Marys. Quick and friendly service and reasonable prices. Just go! read more

Once upon a time, there used to be an institution called the American diner. Always open, it served as a beacon in the night for the poor, the hungry, the shivering masses. Sadly they are a dying institution. Fear not though as in Boulder City, NV exists a strange spin-off called the Coffee Cup. Only open for breakfast and lunch and then the kitchen closes and it morphs into a pub in the evening. As a diner, wow. Has everything. Huge delicious portions. Long menu with everything you could possible want. Prices you haven't seen since 1998. Gender politics of the front of house (all women) and back of house (all men) that you haven't seen since 1978. But hell, it's the middle of nowhere and damn the milk shakes are epic. They prefer cash. Credit is a tiny extra fee. More stickers and wall bling than you could ever imagine. And unless the fake memorabilia of your hard rocks and Texas steak houses, it all is genuine. It's a weird mix of water skiing and military but hell, I appreciate the service and sacrifice of our troops too. In any case, if you're off to the Hoover dam or Grand Canyon then save some space in your yummy for the Coffee Cup. We ended up with three meals worth of eatings. Epic. read more

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The food was actually good -- I had the buffalo chicken strips and fries, and they hit the spot. The restaurant itself is small but really cute, with a cozy vibe that I liked. That said, the service left a lot to be desired. The food took *forever* to come out -- easily one of the slowest dining experiences I've ever had. Our waitress was nice *enough*, but getting our bill took way too long, and the overall energy felt like she was more focused on chatting with locals than helping us. As out-of-towners visiting on vacation, we definitely felt like an afterthought, which was disappointing. Good food, but the slow service and lack of attentiveness made it hard to fully enjoy. read more

The Coffee Cup - Menu - Diners Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

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Stopped for a solo breakfast and sat at the counter. All the ladies that were working were very nice. I ordered the eggs and meatloaf. It was excellent. Portions are large and prices are good for what you get. Coffee was good as well. They had vanilla creamer so that made me happy. This place was on a wait list when I arrived on a Friday at 930 so expect this place to be busy if you go. Fun decor ans atmosphere. If in the area this is the place to eat breakfast. Plus, bar drinks available while you wait for your table. read more

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It's funny... you have to wait but there's plenty to keep you occupied outside while you do.. it's kinda like part of the experience. Food was wonderful as well I don't know what they do with their french fries but I haven't had anything that good in a while. Historic place as well I love that you got to keep these places up and running. read more