I absolutely love this coffee shop and would rate it more than 5 stars if I could! I'm new to the area and I was lucky enough to pick this coffee shop about a month ago for a quick team meeting. Fortunately, Black Gold falls right in the middle of my territory and I'm able to stop by a few times a week. Great ownership and awesome people working here. I truly love how they support Veteran's and First Responders. Very well done! Coffee is delicious and roasted on site. I belonged to a coffee club and had a monthly subscription. Upon tasting the coffee at Black Gold, I immediately cancelled my subscription and will only purchase coffee here. The folks working here will never steer you wrong with their recommendations. read more

Freshly Roasted Perfection in Venice I stopped into Black Gold Coffee Roasters and was blown away. I ordered an iced mocha that was absolutely delicious - you can really taste the coffee through the chocolate instead of it being overly sweet, which I loved. The coconut macaroon I got on the side was phenomenal and paired perfectly with the drink. They're roasting beans less than 20 feet from where I was sitting, and even before we walked in, you could smell the coffee from the parking lot. It adds so much to the atmosphere knowing everything is that fresh. Service was top notch: super friendly, accurate with the order, and genuinely down to earth and inviting. This place feels like a true local gem, and I will definitely be returning. read more

Black Gold Coffee Roasters - Iced Mocha Latte, Coconut Macaroons - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Venice, Florida

They serve the best coffee in Venice! Super friendly and welcoming staff. We also buy their beans for grinding and brewing at home. Highly recommend! read more

Great bites and the coffee is world class. You can literally watch as they roast bags of beans from all around the world. Staff is super pleasant and chatty and by far one of the warmest experiences of a coffee shop I've had. Quiet atmosphere area and busy area if you want to chat away. read more

Let me start by saying I could only wish Gary was single! This coffee might as well have been laced with God itself! I could not believe how fast and well things went with such a long line. The food A+ the Coffee Pretty sure I am writing this from Heaven. The Ambiance was perfect with the smell of fresh roasted coffee and the Musk of the Man roasting it! OOF my heart is melted. Watch your daughters but bring them for coffee anyway! Vacation made right! read more

Today my barista didn't turn the iPad around and tipped herself from my card? Didn't love that.

The food,service and the coffee is amazing. Love the outdoor seating especially on a nice day and great staff as well.

The Iced Turtle tasted great!! The Barista was really sweet, everything was clean too. We really liked this place! read more

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Looked at reviews and pictures and just expected more. The atmosphere was cute as they roast in the same space as the coffee shop. Service was fine, but the mocha left much to be desired as it tasted like Swiss miss and drip coffee. Also pictures online showed nice designed coffees in ceramic coffee cups and they only offer to go cups. If in town again I would give them another try and choose a different beverage. read more

Black Gold Coffee Roasters - Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Venice, Florida

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A delicious cup of coffee! The staff are very friendly and greet you as you enter. They have a great selection of drinks, whole bean coffee, and growlers for cold brew. The interior is of a coffee house with a roasting station. I had ordered the medium mocha shake. I was expecting a frappe, but it is truly the consistency of a shake. The espresso is not over powered by the other flavors. It was a perfect marriage of coffee and chocolate. My colleague ordered a small latte and is a coffee connoisseur. He declared that this was best cup of coffee that he's had while being here in Florida. This will become a staple when we're in the Venice area. read more

Black Gold Coffee Roasters - Medium mocha shake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Venice, Florida

Absolutely amazing service, good strong coffee and amazing food!!!! Please take the time to come here you won't regret it. It's beautiful and shows the heritage of there store with such amazing lighting FRESH COFFEE!!! read more

Black Gold Coffee Roasters - Honey bee - a cold latte with honey and vanilla - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Venice, Florida

My go to local roastery, bakery, and café! Black gold is convenient to my place of work. They serve fine specialty coffee. My favorite drink, medium mocha blanco w/extra shot of expresso! This place has a relaxing atmosphere. Clean environment. Owner is nice, great staff, and they all deliver exceptional customer service! Thank you! read more

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Great food and great coffee. Got the lox in a bagel form but they also offer croissant if thats more your preference. Had coffee too and it was phenomenal but didnt take a picture. Great place to work and the staff are great read more

Black Gold Coffee Roasters - The lox - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Venice, Florida

BG coffee is the best. Their baked goods are fantastic and the service is second to none.

Easily the best coffee spot in town. Literally every single visit has been consistently a 5/5. Coffee tastes great, and everyone behind the counter is friendly and engaging. I hope to see another one open up somewhere being an exact mirror to this location. read more

Burnt coffee, RUDE OWNER!! The couple of times I come here it tastes like they burn it just for the espresso to some what taste like coffee..? Bakery was amazing due to the amazing girls baking it, the owner I've noticed be rude to the workers!!! same with his wife. Poor girls they deserve better. Only thing that's good is the brewed classic coffee and bakery but the atmosphere is horrible once you notice the true character of the owners. Apparently this is a usual, I'm surprised he has good reviews.. maybe some of the reviews are fake for free coffee? read more

Love the coffee and the bakery items. My favorites are the egg and cheese on the most delicious croissant, the scones, and the pumpkin bread. Yum. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere, too. read more

Great authentic coffee shop! Staff was so friendly, gave great recommendations and the coffee was delicious!

Nice environment, friendly staff. Coffee is really good. Cookie was ok. Truffle ok. Croissant was ok. Overall a nice place for a coffee and hang. read more

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This was recommended to me by a friend. I had to check it out: cool name, trendy place. But is the coffee good? Oh yeah!! Me: Drip Coffee, Dark. No need for cream, its so good. They have an iced coffee called "Original Liquid Crack" that's very popular. Food: yes, great menu. I got a pound (that's right, an actual pound, not 11oz) of espresso beans. Took that home and enjoying it right now: smooth and fresh. It was brewed the day before i bought it. I'll be ordering more on line. And on the way out, the line went out the door. Popular!! read more

Very neat coffee shop with good fresh coffee and great breakfast sandwiches!! Sweet staff, would recommend visiting if you're in the area!

Home Coffee Roasting and The Coffee Roasters Companion were two of the last books read by one of the guys in our group. With tidbits of information from the book in the back of his mind, he guided us through our tasting experience. On top of that, the staff was super knowledgeable and were excited to share their passion for coffee with us. Impressive! With some help from a barista, we selected the coffees we wanted and they were then prepared in a French press, 4 cups at a time. One of the coffees we drank was a Colombian coffee, medium roast, with hints of melon, coco, chocolate and nectarine. This cup of coffee was outstanding. A total hit with our group of four guys. I can't remember the details of the other coffee we tried, it was some sort of a blonde roast. It was super smooth; in fact, I bet this coffee would be one of the best ways to introduce a novice to high quality coffee experience. Totally impressed with my coffees and the overall experience, the bar has been raised for coffee shops. In the words of the terminator "I'll be back"! Salute! read more

Love this place!! Smells like yummy fresh coffee and you see coffee beans and prep happening in front of your eyes! Busy for good reasons!

Nice employees, but a super creepy proprietor who lurks around the shop and says vaguely off-putting things to customers. Based on his tirades, I gather that the owner is super proud of being a small business owner, but obviously not proud enough to treat his employees with respect and dignity. When we visited, we saw him repeatedly scolding employees and generally being hostile. Coffee was okay---both of our lattes were lukewarm, and the prices are about 30% higher than other locally-owned cafes in the area. They do have a proper drum roasting setup in the store. I could not tell whether it was the one that was used to roast the coffee that they serve, but nonetheless it was interesting to see. read more

It's my husbands fave coffee spot in Venice...he loves the coffee plus he enjoys watching the grinding coffee and sometimes roasting it. Always busy and the sandwiches are tasty too. read more

Best coffee I've ever had in my life. It was really that good. My husband and I were visiting from out of town and I went here because of all the good reviews. It didn't disappoint. I'll be dreaming about this cup of coffee long after my return home. Customer service was great. The place had a really cool vibe. I don't usually take the time to stop and leave reviews but this place was exceptional. Can y'all come to Lakeland please? read more

First off the place is nice and the girls behind the counter are fantastic. I don't drink coffee there as it is too strong and not to my liking. Hubby on the other hand loves it. We have been going everyday for the past several months. A month ago I brought in my small dog, she's a Bichon...did I mention she's a registered psychiatric service dog? I was approached by one of the workers. She questioned the dog. I said, yes, she is a service animal, she's not wearing her vest but I can show you her ID. She shook her head and said, no, I don't need any of that. She mumbled and walked away. Now mind you the ADA does not require a vest or an ID. I do that out of courtesy for the public. We were KICKED OUT. Fast forward to a day ago. The place was packed. My dog had her vest on as we found a spot by the wall. Hubby gets in line and here comes the Manager/owner, not sure of her role. I hear her mumbling "here we go again". She comes over saying I can't be here. That I told her employee my dog is NOT a service dog. I said "why would I say that? she is and I showed her the ID." She glanced at it real quick, and said it was fake. I said, that's not what my psychiatrist says. I have had SEVERE PTSD for 42 years. She proceeded to judge me, saying that they haven't seen me with the dog other times. So it's not a real service dog. I told her that if I'm having a good day, I can give her a bit of a break. Frankly, who the heck is she to judge what is a service animal and how I use her.?! So once again we were KICKED OUT In front of a crowded restaurant of people. Humiliated is just an understatement. I'm about 2 seconds to filing a complaint with the ADA. So Anyone out there with any kind of service animal I recommend you avoid this place like the plague. Tell your friends, tell your veteran friends. You will be kicked out you, are not welcome here. Atmosphere: 5 read more

Black Gold Coffee Roasters - My service dog. Extremely well behaved and hypoallergenic. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Venice, Florida

You must try their coffee, I love a good cup of joe and this coffee is in my top 5. I tried their coffee at Brewsbagel. Loved it and did my research and found Black and Gold. The staff is phenomenal and friendly. They really take an interest in their customers. Every time I come they recognize me and thank me for coming back. They are also informative about their coffees. Starbucks does not even come close. Their prices are acceptable and on point. Stop reading and just go, Now. read more

Love this spot they roast their own beans which is really cool limited seating, but their menu is very inclusive, including several gluten-free options! Can't wait to go back next time I'm in town. read more

My neighbor told us all about Black Gold when he moved on to the block years ago. My husband went and loved it. So, one rainy Saturday morning many years ago, he brought me there. With one sip, I was amazed at how flavorful but strong plain dark roast coffee could be. We even bought some grounded to go. Fast forward five years, and i just stopped at Black Gold this morning on my way to work. I walked in and was immediately greeted. The girls behind the counter were super friendly and welcoming. I opted for a large dark roast, and a slice of the pumpkin bread, to get my long day at work off to a good start. I couldn't wait to try the bread so i ended up nibbling on it on the ride down Venice Avenue. It was half gone by the time i got to work it was so tasty. Once I sipped my coffee, i was immediately jolted back into reality and ready to conquer the day! I will be a returning weekly consumer here until i am transferred out of Venice. After that, I will make sure to stop by regularly to grab a great cup of coffee with great service! read more

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Coffee was great (I prefer the liquid crack) and the bakery was delicious. Great prices. Atmosphere is good. The customer experience was phenomenal. It was pretty neat to see the owner making orders and getting all the coffee ready to be served right there in the front of store and not hidden. The owner personally came out and not only sparked up a conversation with me, but explained the process in depth of how coffee is truly made from the beginning stages to when you drink it. The staff were great with helping other customers order a drink to their liking if they were first timers. This place is amazing and well worth a stop in. read more

The best coffee I have ever had. Visiting in laws from Tennessee and I'm so happy I came across this place on Yelp. If it wasn't for all the other great reviews I wouldn't have found this gem. I got the blended freeze drink and my goodness it is amazing! read more

Black Gold Coffee Roasters - Drank it too fast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Venice, Florida

The only good coffee place in Venice !!! So happy I found Black Gold coffee roasters:) The cold brew is AMAZING !!! 10/10

In town for business. It wasn't my choice to go to Starbucks but we did. I ordered an Américano and when I got to the office I discovered they gave me a mocha. I don't even like Starbucks. I did a search and found Black Gold coffee and made a beeline there and ordered. Super friendly staff and recognized they accidentally overcharged me. Not a big deal. Went back the following day with my co-worker. Not only did she remember my order she didnt charge me for my extra to even things out. read more

Now that I've been here a few more times I want to give that 5 star rating. I just love this place. My most recent visit was a Saturday morning at 9:15am. The line was out the door; I think it was about 10 people deep. I was on my way to a hair appointment and seeing that line I thought for sure I'd be late to my appointment. I am so impressed with how fast it moved! There was 3 or 4 people working and whatever system they had going to serve customers fast flowed so well. On top of that, they're all so friendly and weren't frazzled. It was so nice to see, so welcoming, and so relaxed feeling. Besides all that, my vanilla lattes and lately my pumpkin spice lattes (both with oat milk) are always so good. Something g about them tastes real rather than fake or overdone. Hard to describe; I just know it keeps me coming back! read more

I want soooo bad to like this place. I have tried a few of their coffee drinks and they taste like milk to me. I did have a pastry last time and it was pretty good. The service is a hit or miss. Sad. read more

Stopped in while traveling, after 2 hrs I really neded a coffee! It's a cute, clean and so cool place. AC was up and it was nice & comfortable. I was greeted immediately by 2 friendly ladies. I don't like strong coffee, so asked one of them for a suggestion. She set me up & I was happy when she said yes to almond milk, or even oatmilk. Coffee was perfect! I eyed the goodies , they all looked so yummy! I didnt indulge but was tempted. I was definitely pleased with this find. Almond & Oat milk was a Bonus! read more

The coffee is always delicious and we also like the bagels a lot. This is a great place to buy gift cards.

After over a year of my husband raving about this place, I finally got to try it myself. Located in Venice near I-75, this coffee shop is unassuming from the outside. Yet, the moment you enter, your senses are attacked by the wonderfully strong coffee aroma, and the captivating sights of bags upon bags of coffee beans, as well as the flags that represent their origin countries. The seating area is small and intimate, while the open view to the custom-made roaster immediately catches your attention. I must say, the hype surrounding the coffee itself definitely stands true. I ordered a mocha latte, which I tend to avoid on a usual day, since I tend to find the aftertaste bitter. Well, when I tell you, this is by far the smoothest, most well-balanced mocha latte I've ever tasted. I'm still quite surprised at how much I enjoyed and savored it. My niece ordered a cafe latte, and we agreed that the serving temperature was sublime. It was never scorching hot, yet never got cold, even as we tried to sip slowly to make it last longer. It was truly a wonderful coffee experience I will surely repeat again. Special thanks to owner and founder Gary, who allowed me a quick behind the scenes look as well as shared some great stories of his coffee-related travels. My rating is 5/5! read more

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Excellent fresh ground coffee. FYI - they'll give you a discount if you buy 2 lbs & use cash. read more