The Human Bean

First of all... some of the best coffee I've had the pleasure of enjoying! For that alone this spot…read moreis 5 stars for me. But, top it with friendly staff, a gorgeous book selection, community forward, and a poetry room? Yeah... I absolutely loved Wolverine Farm Publick House. Next time I find myself in Ft. Collins, it is high on my list to attend one of their many meetups or perhaps a spoken word poetry gathering! What a great spot for all walks of life to come together in collaboration and also as a space to simply relax and exist around books and deep coffee smells. Perfection.

Wolverine Farm is a curious oasis of humanity in a sea of mediocrity. Buy or browse their eclectic…read moreselection of literature and poetry while enjoying a latte and scone. They have ample room for groups upstairs and outside and host a wide variety of public events. Be sure to look for unexpected wonders in their garden outside, or craft your next poem on their outdoor magnetic poetry wall.

Sitting next to the outside patio with my Cuppa Joe.

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The Bean Cycle

4.1(178 reviews)

0.7 mi

This place is simply fantastic! What a beautiful store and place to snag a wonderful coffee…read morebeverage. I saw some reviews posting about wait time, it's not Starbucks or Dunkin, it's a great local joint to sit and relax in. Stop in! Lots of people inside just enjoying the establishment.

Iced Latte and Echinacea Tea w ginger, lemon and honey hit the spot on a 95 deg day meandering…read morethrough the delightful streets of Old Town Ft. Collins. Bean Cycle Roasters was such a refreshing treat with a cute modern interior and front of house retail Maker Space plus a cozy back area with a sofa set and numerous tables for work/study/leisure. The staff was friendly and the drinks cool and fresh!

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The Little Bird Bakeshop

4.4(275 reviews)

1.3 mi

I'm new to Fort Collins and have already been to The Little Bird Bakeshop twice for business…read moremeetings. Both visits were great. Excellent coffee, seriously good food, and the staff has been incredibly kind and welcoming each time. The atmosphere is one of the best parts -- cool historic building, relaxed vibe, and just a really comfortable place to spend time. It feels like the kind of spot you can use for anything: work meetings, hanging out with friends, or just enjoying a quiet morning by yourself. Definitely becoming one of my go-to places in Fort Collins.

We came across the cutest bakery and coffee shop in Fort Collins. From the back, you can park with…read moreease and walk up to the cottage turned cafe. There's limited outdoor and plentiful indoor seating. The decor is very grandma chic but in a good way. They had long lines as they are extremely popular in town. However, the staff was very efficient making sure everyone was taken care of in a timely manner. We got 12 parties! Everything looked so good! We got savory and sweet croissants, scones, biscuits, and muffins. We shared with our family. The wide variety helped ensure there was something for everyone. Take a seat, sip a beverage, read a book. You'll find me here on weekends enjoying solo morning time.

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Cherry Chocolate Pistachio Pastry

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The Neighbor

4.5(10 reviews)

0.8 mi

Mahjong, cocktails & a pretzel? Count me in!…read more Out-of-towner in Fort Collins and stopped by The Neighbor Cafe for Monday Mahjong with FOCO Mahjong -- and what a fun find! The space is large, relaxed, and perfect for settling in for an afternoon of tiles and socializing. They've got a happy hour with cocktails and afternoon bites, which is basically my love language. I went with an Old Fashioned and a warm, soft pretzel with honey butter... and both hit the spot. They also have a full bar plus coffee and tea, so there's something for everyone whether you're here for the drinks, a bite, or a little friendly Mahjong competition. A great local hangout with a welcoming vibe -- and definitely a place I'd happily return to the next time I'm in Fort Collins.

Vibes: 5/5 Staff: 5/5…read moreFood: haven't tried but looks expensive. My friend said the veggie burrito was really good. Coffee: 2/5 my latte wasn't that great. Much better coffee available around town. Espresso martini: 5/5 very dark. Great place to work with colleagues or alone. People seem to like to meet up here and talk vs work though. The electrical outlets are SPARSE. More about community than an extended office.

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Cappuccino and Iced Capp with orange nutmeg syrup

Arboretum Coffee

4.7(10 reviews)

2.2 mi

A little hard to find, but otherwise a great hidden study spot if you get there early enough to…read moresnag a spot with an outlet. Service was great as always. I got a bacon breakfast Bonfire Burrito and a matcha latte. Though prepackaged, it's was heated up nicely and it was very flavorful, a lot going on! Typically I boycott bean-less burritos but this one was tasty. Hot sauces were local and both very nice. Definitely want to try the mushroom croissant next time...

Pretty modern and whimsical coffee shop vive with wonderful fun selection of coffee, matcha, and…read moretea! None-profit business that support apprenticeships for refugees and immigrants in Northern Colorado!

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Alleycat Coffee House

4.0(242 reviews)

1.4 mi

The coffee shop is on the second floor, take the exterior stairs for the entrance (there…read moreunfortunately appears to be no way of getting up without stairs). Very cool artsy psychedelic vibe, with lots of comfortable seating in a few different rooms. The barista who took my order seemed friendly, and they called my name loudly enough when my drink was ready that I could hear it from the next room. I had a piece of strawberry bread and an iced spiced chai, both really good! The strawberry bread had this fresh, rustic homemade taste to it that I loved, and it was a huge slice. The chai was appropriately strong - the spicy chai is made with soy milk, but the tea was rich enough that I didn't really pick up on the soy flavour. I could tell it was proper chai and not something made from a packaged concentrate. I wish I lived in Fort Collins so I could come here all the time!

If you're looking for THE BEST CHAI IN THE ENTIRE WORLD, this is the place to go!!! Ask for a half…read moresweet half spicy chai and omgggggggg LITERALLY THE BEST! My sister and I drove all the way from Arizona and absolutely had to stop here before we hit the road. The only thing I can recommend is to bring back the coffee grounds in the chai shake... you guys used to make it like 13 years ago and we always came here for it! Very nostalgic Thank you for the incredible service and wonderful beverages!

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Menu and main order counter

Bindle Coffee

4.5(185 reviews)

3.2 mi

Stopped by Bindle Coffee and overall liked it. It's a very small coffee shop with basically no…read moreindoor seating, but they do have a lot of outdoor seating if the weather's nice. Got the lavender honey iced latte to drink. The oatmeal chocolate chip cookie was harder than I wanted, but the mini muffin was good. Best part was definitely the breakfast burrito. Really flavorful, filling, and they had Cholula which made it even better. I didn't taste a ton of the chicken sausage specifically, but overall it was really good. My friend got the scramble and liked that too. It took a while so that was probably cooked to order! My burrito was ready quickly and warm!!

One of my favorite coffee shops in Fort Collins! The lattes and pastries are always spot on,…read moreespecially the cinnamon rolls & magic muffins. I got the breakfast scramble this time and it was tasty and healthy. I love their seasonal syrups too (they have lavender honey right now). Seating is tight, but there's a ton of space to hang out outside if the weather is nice. They even have a pickup window outside if you order online. If you do get a seat inside, it's cute and cozy if you don't mind being close to other tables.

Coffee, morning bun, maple knot

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Starry Night Espresso Cafe

4.0(180 reviews)

0.8 mi

Classic minimalist coffee shop with strong brews and all day sandwiches and pastries. Spacious…read moreinterior with ample seating, high ceilings and dark wood accents. Muddled jazz music plays in the background and I can see how noise levels might get high given thr accoustics. Nevertheless, good coffee, friendly staff and efficient service.

The staff was friendly and helpful in ordering. The store was clean and beautifully decorated There…read morewas plenty of comfortable seating. Our group was pleased with our drinks but no one was wowed

16 oz. Hot Chocolate and Cinnamon Roll

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Happy Lucky's Teahouse

4.6(100 reviews)

0.7 mi

The shop has a huge variety of loose leaf tea of all types, sold by the ounce, from mid-range…read moreprices to more expensive rarer teas. They have matcha too, though I didn't really look at the matcha selection. There's something for you whether you're unfamiliar with different teas or a seasoned tea-drinker. The person that helped me with the loose leaf was very knowledgeable about the different teas. We had a great conversation about what we liked to drink, and they gave me a sample of a tea they thought I'd like based on what we talked about in addition to the three teas I bought. I went home with an ounce of Nepal Pokhara green, China lingering clouds green, sticky rice tuo-cha (pu-er), and a sample of Glenburn moonshine Darjeeling oolong. I haven't actually gotten to opening the two green teas yet but the pu-er and oolong are fantastic. On the teahouse side of the shop, you can get any of the loose leaf teas prepared for you, tea lattes, matcha, bubble tea, and some baked goods to go with your drink. I had a ceremonial matcha bowl (usucha). The matcha was good, but if you're just going to get one drink there, I think my recommendation would be to go with one of the loose leaf teas instead, because the matcha, while prepared very well, was just a run of the mill matcha, and they have so many unique teas. If you're in Fort Collins and have an interest in teas, this is a must-visit spot!

My favorite tea shop!!! A wide variety of loose leaf tea options. They have sample containers for…read moreyou to try smelling the tea before you buy. We love the fruity tea options. Mango medley is my favorite for no caffeine. Japanese Genmaicha is my favorite green tea. Strawberry oolong is my favorite for caffeine option. Loose tea sell by Oz. Friendly services. Cozy local tea shop atmosphere with limited table seats to order and drink tea or coffee.

Part of the wall of teas

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John Galt Coffee

4.6(64 reviews)

24.0 mi

Friendly service, great coffee, and music that fits the vibe. It was hot out so I had a blended…read morelavender latte. It was fantastic! I had asked the barista to make it half sweet and it came out just like I wanted. They also offer some bread and cookies but I didn't get to that. The space is large with tons of seating but not a lot of parking. It was also very clean. I would definitely recommend this interesting coffeehouse. I also bought a sticker to give some free advertising to them on my luggage!!

Lots of pretension, which is not backed up by quality beans at this rotisserie. Tons of signifiers…read moreand symbols of a good coffee experience do not equate one. This is very expensive and unremarkable coffee served in a sterile yet fussy environment with a wiff of superiority. With other options nearby I would pass on this one.

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Mmmm, yummy breakfast burritos!

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Always a good latte at John Galt

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Stephanie O.

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7 years ago

The human bean is my absolute favorite coffee stop! The people are always so caring and will remake a drink for you if there is an issue. I love the human bean! I am a chocolate lover, so my favorite drinks include a "chocolate cream cookie"; "Milky Way". "The Aztec" is cinnamon deliciousness and I usually get it as a mocha (made with chocolate milk). My husband always gets a "snow capped rocky" or the "Tuscan sunset" as a latte drink. Every drink is amazing hot, iced, or blended. The blended is really sweet so I often prefer it iced. But you can't go wrong with the human bean!! read more

Emery W.

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4

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9 years ago

Friendly and fast drive thru...I always stop for a coffee there to start my day :)..Thanks to all of you

Jeff U.

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15 years ago

It's all good. Their pre-made menu is too sweet for me. The baristas are nice.

Liberty J.

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11 years ago

Great coffee, even better service. Love the bean!

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