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Taste Coffee
1101 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301, United States
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Br
Review №1

Best coffee...best service ever! Owner makes every cup like its art-has to be perfect!

EC
Review №2

FANTASTIC coffee!Got two of the best shots I’ve had in a year or more.The baristas are also supper knowledgeable about their product. I didn’t catch his name but the red haired accented guy did me solid.I’ll be making this place a future stopIn my travels for sure.

Ma
Review №3

My wife said her coffee was the best she ever tasted, and thats no hype. I, too, happily agree. We were served by Ayla, and she also provided superior conversation in the process. Taste Coffee deserves all the success coming their way.

Ni
Review №4

Great coffee and great location for several food types

Me
Review №5

Great location and amazing beverages! Have never seen such beautiful latte art before and the whole bean coffee is unforgettable. Dont forget to grab a fresh baked cookie too... You wont regret it!

da
Review №6

Seriously incredible coffee from an awesome husband and wife team. Stayed in Durango a week and Taste Coffee was repeatedly on the itinerary.

Ma
Review №7

The product is very good here. Shop looks like a complete coffee afficionados experience. I bought a hot coffee drink from the takeout window. The barista was very friendly and prepared a fine tasting drink in a timely manner. I didnt go inside so Im not going to give it 5 stars, but it probably rates. And, Im a coffee fiend that goes to multiple shops per day all over - so, cant give every capable cafe a perfect rating.

Jo
Review №8

Undoubtedly the best coffee in Durango! They are the real deal, true craftsmen. Walk past the other coffee shops and get to this little hidden gem if youre looking for all around exceptional taste and service.

Ju
Review №9

Cool place to hang out with friends

Sh
Review №10

I LOVE Taste Coffee! It is my most favorite coffee shop in Durango. My drink always tastes great and the people are always friendly. My favorite drinks are the oat milk latte, caramel mocha, and the chocolate dirty chai. I would highly recommend them anytime!

Se
Review №11

Best coffee shop in Durango, hands down! Great coffee and great service. Skip the bigger shops.

Te
Review №12

Really enjoyed the coffee and cookie. Such a great venue.

St
Review №13

11th st Station is a gem. And Taste coffee inside was well worth seeking out on our morning walk down main st. Taste was excellent, but the venue, and food trucks Im sure lighten up in the evening too. Say Hi to barrista Mike!

Be
Review №14

Great decor, super cool barista and with no doubt, one of the best mochas Ive ever tried! Absolutely worth stopping by!

Da
Review №15

Great coffeeRonnie and Mike did a great job on this perfect coffee. Sweet joint to relax

Da
Review №16

Not sure what is going on here, but there are many other places to go to get a cup of coffee and I suggest you do that. $12+ for a small and medium nitro brews. Cream added to the medium, nothing added to the small. If you cant make organic affordable, dont sell it! Dont waste your money. Even Starbucks is cheaper.

Da
Review №17

Fantastic Mocha with the best ingredients! Im not a big coffee/mocha drinker, but this hit the spot and could have had a few cups. There is a breakfast burrito place right next door and they looked great as well. Will have to go for both next time in town.

Bi
Review №18

Wow! We were blown away by the amazing taste, care and craft that goes into the coffee at Taste!During our recent visit we had amazing cappuccinos, cortados and pour overs, and our favorite was probably the house-special Noisette.Ronnie was kind to let us watch as he artfully pulled each shot, and explained his deliberate approach to making drinks where you can really taste great coffee. He combines great craft, art, and science to make something special, being involved all the way from bean selection to weighing shots to dial things in.The coffee is the headline, with bonuses in the cool car-themed metal work/sculpture in the shop and close proximity to several great local food trucks in an outside courtyard.This isn’t the place to go if you’re looking for blended/whipped iced frappacinios that you can get anywhere; it IS a don’t miss stop for those looking for special coffee where the taste is what matters.We can’t wait to go back!

An
Review №19

Are you looking for friendly knowledgeable coffee experts? How about an excellent cup of coffee as well? Look no further! Taste is by far one of the best places Durango has to offer. Their staff is superb and friendly. Their coffee is even better. Highly recommend stopping in and trying it at least once!

Mi
Review №20

Taste Coffee is my favorite coffee shop! It’s better than any other that I’ve been to.There are three main reasons as to why I like Taste coffee so much:1. Because the people are very friendly.2. Because of the environment. I love the outdoor seating, the music, the location, exc.3. Because it’s top of the line product! Taste Coffee has the best baristas and the highest quality products.I would add that it can be just a place to get some coffee, but I think that it’s much more than that. It’s about the entire experience.All in all, taste coffee is definitely the ideal place to enjoy a good cup of coffee along with some sunshine and great music.

Za
Review №21

We ordered a dirty chai and a vanilla latte. Both drink were awesome! Great for the current cold weather.Barista was very kind and helpful.

Ke
Review №22

Best cup of coffee in town. With the Best service and Atmosphere!

Ro
Review №23

Great little shop in a very cool location. Seems like it was an old gas station that they repurposed. Very impressed with everything this had to offer

Er
Review №24

Mini waffles and oat milk available. Cool vibe and breakfast food truck outside

Al
Review №25

Weve come here every single day for nearly two years. This is the peak of 3rd wave coffee. Try the waffles with your latte. Youll be so glad you did.

Ca
Review №26

Found this place while passing through town, highly recommend! Had a fantastic iced latte and a delicious iced green tea matcha latte. Outdoor seating available.

Br
Review №27

The coffee here is soo good, there is an amazing vibe here and the barista was super nice and down to earth! Thank you guys so much, we hope to stop by again because we go back Utah!

Da
Review №28

This place does it right. From reverse osmosis water with some minerals remaining, to all organic coffee and dairy, to great tasting coffee and snacks.. I dont know what more you could ask for. I really appreciate and respect a business that does things with such care and passion and it shows Im the end product. The service is also friendly and excellent.

Ju
Review №29

This place has the best coffee I could find in Durango.

Di
Review №30

Mike is great. Coffee is phenomenal.

Ni
Review №31

Exceptional coffee experience! The barista was helpful with his suggestions and made up a fabulous honey latte for me. Look up efficient in the dictionary and you will find a picture of this guy. He was steaming milk and dusting a latte with cinnamon all while keeping a full out friendly conversation going with his customers. All thumbs up Taste Coffee!

St
Review №32

Chai tea latte was great

Ch
Review №33

Mike and his staff at Taste Coffee have it going on! Hands down my go to spot for coffee in Durango. Having lived in the Bay Area and Denver, and having access to such wonderful coffee shops, it’s been life saving to have Taste Coffee here in town. Organic beans, organic dairy creamer, organic plant-based creamer, reverse osmosis water with specific mineral content. Thanks for powering me up!

Be
Review №34

Yaaaay! A coffee shop that embraces the art of coffee

Ka
Review №35

Great coffee and service; I had a latte and my husband did the Ethiopian as pour over. Liked the coffee so much we bought two bags of beans. Its tough to find coffee that isnt roasted into oblivion -- this coffee is fantastic

Bi
Review №36

The Ethiopian coffee is super great! Love the atmosphere!

Iv
Review №37

The only thing I dont like is that they close before my afternoon coffee 🙃

Em
Review №38

Have been to many of the most highly reviewed and best loved coffee shops in London and this ranks well above them all. The knowledge, care and attention paid to both the coffee is stellar and I, as a customer, felt very well looked after. Other coffee shops in Durango just can’t compare! I would recommend a visit to Taste Coffee Durango above any other in the town.

Hi
Review №39

Coffee was pretty weak - pour over and Americano. Decent flavor.

Ga
Review №40

Delicious coffee, roasted and prepared to perfection, what a gem of a place! The owner Ronnie is a lovely guy, we wish him all the very best with his business. If we lived in the area, we’d definitely be regulars here! Best coffee on our road trip of the USA!

Jo
Review №41

A mocha like never before. Real Animas Chocolate and high end espresso combined. Bought a $50 gift card because I knew I will be back often. First one in today. Ask Ronnie about the Angelic coffee process.

Je
Review №42

I recently visited this newly managed coffee shop and was very pleased with my Chai latte, the owners are great people, always willing to chat and impart their knowledge of the art of coffee making. I plan to visit often.

Co
Review №43

Hands down the best cup of coffee you can get in Durango. Beans are quality and roasted locally by Desert Sun. The amount of care that goes in to each cup is unmatched. You will not find a better cup of coffee, no matter the style, anywhere else in town.

Jo
Review №44

Amazingly, its this good. I usually dont believe reviews this good, but this shop is a rare gem that I found while passing through. And they make absolutely delicious traditional cappuccinos without having to ask for a traditional ratio.

Ir
Review №45

One of the great things about being on the road is that one gets to treasure hunt for great coffee places. Taste Coffee is one of those places. They serve the creamiest and smoothest lattes under the sun.

Br
Review №46

If you’re looking for the best coffee Durango has to offer, you’ve found it. The Ethiopian pour over is simply amazing. The homemade blueberry scones are on point as well. If you’re a motor head, you’ll also dig the seriously cool car memorabilia throughout the shop.

Ar
Review №47

Good coffee. I ordered a flat white. It isnt on the menu but it so happened the barista knew exactly what I was talking about and he made a pretty mean one. Delicious! My BF had an americano and he said it was delicious and good coffee. 👍👍

Ja
Review №48

This place is amazing! High quality coffee and the staff is very knowledgeable. There is no where else in Durango that offers the specialty coffee and the experience that Taste offers. This is by far the best coffee experience Ive had anywhere.

Li
Review №49

I have never been disappointed. Hands down best cappuccino

au
Review №50

Call me crazy, but this is one of my favorite coffee shops/espresso bars in the world.We visited Durango for half a week while skiing and got coffee here daily. I have an espresso machine and, frankly, Im usually a bit disappointed when I go out for coffee...but both the flat white and the mocha completely blew me away.Their espresso strikes a nice balance between sour and bitter; its not terribly sour like most modern espresso. The milk was perfectly steamed. The barista was super friendly, to boot.

Sa
Review №51

If youre looking for a great cup of coffee this is where you go. The beans are a special roast from Desert Sun but done the right way. 11th Street Station and Taste Coffee is a sweet spot for a damn good cappuccino!

Co
Review №52

While waiting inside for my food from the food trucks with my girlfriend, I asked if we could sit at the only TWO chairs that seemed to be available inside since it was dumping hail and rain outside. The barista so rudely responded with these seats are for my coffee shop and whipped back around. I was thinking about ordering here soon, but I have never tried it and now I never will.

Ry
Review №53

If youre looking for a delicious cup of coffee in Durango, look no further! They have exceptional coffee and service! I will definitely be stopping by the next time Im in Durango!

Ma
Review №54

Best coffee in town. Really good people. Awesome service.

Di
Review №55

Taste Coffees espresso is only comparable to the best. They definitely know what theyre doing with their traditional drinks. If you prefer some chocolatey sweetness, the Animas chocolate in the mocha is bomber (thick).

KP
Review №56

*High quality coffee prepared with intention* I have been here multiple times over the years since it first opened. I always find the owner/barista serving carefully crafted drinks and very happy to chat about coffee sourcing and preparation. I’m a barista, so the bar is high. I recommend a Modbar single cup brew. Enjoy.

La
Review №57

This place is elevating coffee here in Durango. Quality is clearly a priority as well as supporting and sourcing from other local businesses. I recently moved from a huge city with a booming coffee culture and this place can hold its own. SO glad we found this place!

De
Review №58

Incredible coffee crafter. Flavor, presentation and value equal FIVE stars each.

Ay
Review №59

Highest quality coffee and passionate staff. It is a must go to if youre a Durango local or just passing though and want a great coffee.

Is
Review №60

Wonderful people and the best coffee in Durango - from pour overs to milk drinks!

Ca
Review №61

As a long time barista and coffee enthusiast. I can say that this is easily the best coffee and service in town. The staff is small, but extremely knowledgeable about the art and craft of coffee and the product shows this same passion by delivering a coffee experience truly unique to Durango.

Jo
Review №62

Organic coffee and org cream? OMG try the mocha with oat milk. Love the vibe

Mo
Review №63

Best coffee in town—the only all organic place! Excellent coffee and friendly service :)

Ev
Review №64

Friendly service and decent cappuccino! Great atmosphere with inside and outside seating options. And, one of the best food trucks at 11th St Station, Backcountry Gourmet, is open to serve up yummy breakfast items.

Jo
Review №65

I wasnt thoroughly impressed. The coffee was small, and the Barista was less than helpful. Tried a new place, went back to DJs.

Di
Review №66

If you have your heart set on the perfect latte this place will not disappoint. Great atmosphere and perfect coffee

De
Review №67

Coffee is consistently great! The two baristas are very congenial, knowledgeable and helpful!👍🏻😁 It is a must go in Durango!!!

Ro
Review №68

Best lavender latte ever!!!

Gi
Review №69

Fabulous coffee! My favorite in Durango!

Er
Review №70

Best coffee in Durango, set in a trendy location with food trucks outside. Drinks are always consistent; beans are measured out every time and milk is perfectly steamed. Great place to grab a coffee to-go or sit and enjoy the bright interior space or the large patio. Full spectrum of drinks, from espresso-heavy noisette or cortado to more traditional lattes and mochas.

Me
Review №71

BEST COFFEE IN DURANGO! I wouldnt say Im an absolute coffee connoisseur, however having four family members that are baristas has enabled me to know good coffee when I taste it. I have been to almost all the coffee shops in Durango and I can confidently say that Taste Coffee is my number one choice. Kudos for making great coffee. Both Ronnie and Kayla do a great job behind the bar.

ke
Review №72

Ive been in Durango for a week and have gotten coffee at Taste Coffee almost daily. Everything Ive had has been exceptional. I typically dont drink mochas, but Tastes mochas (hot and iced) are totally worth having! Keep up the good work, Taste Coffee! Ill be back!

Ty
Review №73

Honestly, the best coffee in Durango. I’ve heard this from half a dozen people now and they’ve only been open for three weeks. Do yourself a favor and try these guys out.

An
Review №74

Its a destination for we who seek great, not passable. I want espresso i can love without having to cream and flavor it.And!, its in a shared lot with various healthy, delicious food court options.Backcountry Gourmet made me thebest quinoa arugala salad Ive ever puchased. Im 72 and a 4 decade foodie.win win.

Co
Review №75

My favorite coffee spot. Owners and employees are truly passionate about their coffee. Great atmosphere and wonderful coffee.

Al
Review №76

This is one of the rare spots in town that actually cares about coffee from farm to cup.

Tr
Review №77

Love the vintage atmosphere and cant beat the coffee!

Ch
Review №78

They know what theyre doing! Try the latte.

Jo
Review №79

I wish I could give Taste Coffee 100 stars! Every drink is delicious, and presented so nicely. Im not a huge coffee drinker so I went for a chai latte, and it is by far the best chai latte I have ever tasted in my many years of drinking them. My husband has ordered a variety of coffee drinks here and loved all of them. One thing I particularly enjoyed is how perfectly the milk is steamed - yum! If I lived in Durango I would be here every day; to that end, my husband, another friend and I recently planned a 9-hour road trip around being able to include a stop here just before it closed. We will be back as often as we possibly can, and recommend it to everyone in the Durango vicinity!

Fi
Review №80

Amazing specialty coffee, in a historically iconic location, with a drive for the growth of small, local business in SW Colorado. Dont look anywhere else for coffee (except 81301 Coffee on the North end of town) in Durango...stop HERE!Heres the deal... This coffee is the best in town. I have loyalty to 81301 Coffee for several reasons, but this COFFEE is better. Its one of 25 coffee sellers in town and they are among the only ones doing TRUE Single Origin Light Roast coffee. You can truly #tastethedifference between each different roast and its EPIC. The location is prime, the building is a historical icon of Durango, the owner and other barista are both knowledgeable, passionate, joyful, and fun to talk to. Whether youre a local, student at the Fort, or just passing through, this should be your coffee stop...without question.If you want to truly #tastethedifference order one of their rotating single origin coffees on Angelic Brew. If youre a coffee snob, try one of the couple espressos on the Black Eagle. If youre interested in a perfect milky drink, order the cappuccino. If you want a locally made chocolate explosion, then order the Animas Chocolate Company Mocha. There are COUNTLESS options, but dont expect any syrups...cause this place is all about the coffee and its natural taste.

KI
Review №81

My first Taste of chai !

Sc
Review №82

Best coffee and espresso in Durango, hands down. Don’t miss the mini-waffles as a bonus!!

Br
Review №83

Best Cappuccino in town !

Ti
Review №84

We had great coffee

Ch
Review №85

Great tasting coffee!

Br
Review №86

Hands down best coffee shop.

Br
Review №87

The best coffee Ive ever had!!

Je
Review №88

Simply the best coffee!

Be
Review №89

Best coffee I’ve had in town.

Co
Review №90

Best espresso in town!

La
Review №91

Best coffee in Durango!

Wa
Review №92

I did not have coffee but the food and beers were great.

Ji
Review №93

Best coffee in town

Am
Review №94

Delicious!

Mi
Review №95

Excellent staff

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  • Address:1101 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301, United States
  • Site:http://tastecoffeedurango.com/
  • Phone:+1 970-234-3841
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–1PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–1PM
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:7AM–2PM
  • Friday:8AM–2PM
  • Saturday:8AM–2PM
  • Sunday:7AM–1PM
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Fireplace:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
  • Live performances:Yes
  • Rooftop seating:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Organic dishes:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar onsite:Yes
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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