I had a fantastic visit to Espresso News in Boone -- a classic mountain-town coffee shop with real…read morepersonality and seriously good drinks. At the recommendation of one of the knowledgeable baristas, I ordered the maple cardamom latte, and it absolutely delivered. The maple brought a warm, natural sweetness, while the cardamom added a subtle aromatic spice that made the whole drink feel layered and intentional. It was comforting without being heavy. That paired perfectly with a cinnamon orange white chocolate scone -- bright citrus notes, gentle spice, and just enough sweetness from the white chocolate to tie it all together. The flavors played off the latte beautifully. I finished with an amaretto latte, which was strong on the nose with that classic almond aroma, yet surprisingly smooth and easy on the palate. Bold but balanced -- a great way to end the visit. Great coffee, thoughtful flavor combinations, and baristas who know their craft. Espresso News is absolutely worth a stop when you're in Boone.

I highly recommend this place. I'm an out of towner and I came here with the intention of trying…read morelocal coffee shops. I was very satisfied. I made a safe bet and got a hot vanilla latte it's one of the best I've ever had. Don't think about it just give them a shot! The baristas could probably be a bit more friendly but overall not bad. The environment is great and very busy great vibes all around. I will be back!

Super cute spot for coffee. Lots of cool rooms to enjoy or take it outside at one of the bistro…read moretables. Barista made a killer Vanilla Lavender Latte - love their house made syrups. My husband had a Caramel Latte and enjoyed it.

This is a great spot to grab some coffee, a pastry, and hang out/study/work! They have so many…read moreseasonal options. I got the Primrose Shuffle latte, which had blueberry, lavender, and maple. It was super tasty with the perfect amount of sweetness and I got the lavender and maple essence, but not so much the blueberry. I also got a Parmesan pepper danish, which was decent- honestly it looked cool so I was intrigued haha. There are a lot of different types of seating options (darker/natural light, sofas, wooden benches, bar-type, regular tables) so ambiance is great. Service was fast & friendly. Lots of parking in the lot upfront. 9/10 would recommend!

What a great little spot! Staff is super friendly and educated on what they're brewing and selling…read more Definitely a cozy spot to hangout or get some work done - reminds me of the coffee shop in "Friends"!

Amazing drinks and service!!!! Def recommend chatting with the bartenders, especially Caleb! Open…read moremics are always super fun and a great environment to chill out at.

Second attempt at posting a review here. I seem to be having technical difficulties?…read moreLovely warm small and rustic. The coffee is good as are the donuts. I had a cinnamon one. They are more bready than Dunkin' and I think that's a good thing. Not too sweet either. The staff are friendly and there is a drive through.

A great spot to grab coffee and a sweet treat! I hung out here for a couple of hours to get some…read morework done. To keep me going, I got the Hazel Truffle Latte: it was tasty and I got both the hazel & truffle flavors. And as a reward, I tried the mango cayenne donut, which was interesting: I appreciated the sweet-spicy contrast. The ambiance is great, plenty of indoor & outdoor seating. Service was fast. Pretty large parking lot in front. I think there's also a drive-through. 9/10 would recommend!

Holy moly is the coffee here good! I've said it before and I'll say it again -- I love when a café…read moremakes their coffee without sacrificing quality or taste. The hot vanilla oat milk latte I ordered definitely hit the spot on a rainy day strolling downtown Boone. The price was reasonable and I appreciated how the espresso was damn strong espresso, just the type of pick me up I needed. I'm not in downtown Boone often, but it's great to know there's a perfect go-to spot to hit up. The shop itself isn't large at all, sort of like a hole in the wall, and there's just a few seats to be had. But I think the quality of the coffee makes up for the lack of chairs :)

Little and cute!!! Great pumpkin iced coffee!!! And the service was amazing!! It's downtown Boone…read morewith all the shops

Higher Grounds, located in the New Market Center, stands apart from the modern, sleek coffee shops…read morefound throughout downtown Boone. This coffee shop evokes a classic "Global Village Coffee House" vibe that is increasingly rare. I love this place primarily because it feels very down-to-earth and has a local, welcoming atmosphere. You're greeted with a warm hello and presented with a large handwritten chalkboard menu that invites you to explore your drink options. During my visit, I was unsure about what to order until I asked the barista for a recommendation. She suggested the Pistachio Latte, and it turned out to be a fantastic choice. It tasted amazing! While they don't roast their coffee beans in-house and source them from Georgia, I don't think that affects the overall experience or the reasonable prices at this café. In the end, I feel that this coffee shop fulfills its purpose of creating a hometown feel while providing a sense of relaxation and nostalgia. It has definitely become my go-to place!

Central Perky! Very nice customer service. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. The…read moreatmosphere very inviting and quiet. Makes a great place for App Students to come study. I ordered a latte with vanilla. Very distinct flavor coffee bean was served. As a lover of strong coffee this hit the spot as a real eye opener. Highly recommend if you're in the area

Talia Espresso Boone has the best coffee! I'm so glad to have high quality, great tasting espresso…read morefrom small business owners available here in Boone, NC. Such a cute little cafe right off of king street. Their coffee is one of a kind, not bitter or over roasted The barista that made our coffees super friendly. We had complicated orders and he made everything just perfect . Plenty of street parking available.

Quaint little espresso shop in downtown Boone. We stopped in…read morebecause of the name...Talia. A favorite of mine. The barista greets everyone as they arrive, and asked what fun things they did today. I had the Christmas Morning Micho (decaf) as if was late in the afternoon Delicious. My husband had the Cup of Sweetness (decaf) too. Definitely check this place out if you are in Boone.

Amazing ice cream sandwiches! My boyfriend and I both had the chocolate chip cookies & vanilla ice…read morecream. Staff here are also very kind.

Delicious ice cream sandwich! I loved the double chocolate cookie and their ice cream was great…read more The girls working there were so sweet and fun!

Last stop on a bachelorette trip before we hit the road back to Raleigh and I can confidently say…read morethis was a great choice to end on in Boone. This place has so much charm and feels like home. You can tell it's a spot locals come to often and there's a real sense of community, even though Boone is more of a touristy town. They have a little art vending machine and the checks come out in an actual book. Every dish the girls had was a 10/10 so don't worry about ordering the wrong thing. We parked in a paid lot about two blocks away which wasn't too bad. Definitely worth a visit!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

If there were 25 stars, I'd give that! Ambiance was darling! To say the food was delicious would be…read moreway too understated! I've never had a bigger more perfect biscuit. Everything made in house. Summer came to our table to ask about how things were and she was as delightful as the food. She told us how they had helped feed people that had lost so much in the hurricane, . Above and beyond. We went back the next day it was so good, and she remembered our names!! We'll be back! Dan, Darlene, Rich and Karen