Surprised I hadn't dropped a review already, as this is my favorite coffee shop in Idyllwild. It's f you're a true coffee snob, this is the place! In September 2025 they moved across the street from their old location (I got lost finding the new shop!). To save you time finding it, it's tucked behind The Owl Pine Shop, which is to the southwest (left) of the Speakeasy Bookmarket and Raven Hill Bagels/Collective. If you're driving up North Circle Drive towards Humber Park, it's on the left, across the street from the record shop past Nomad Ventures. I'm not exactly sure where you're supposed to park, but I parked on the street. They have these nice aluminum cups and will discount future drinks if you bring it back (my cup is a few years old and looking great). The coffee is really phenomenal -- I only drink black coffee. My iced coffee was massive and $5 with the discount for the reusable cup. They offer beans too (didn't see the price) and they have these fancy dark chocolate bars that probably would pair well with a coffee. Staff is always friendly! read more

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This is where you go if you are a true coffee lover. Not a Frappuccino lover, not a flavored syrup lover, but a TRUE aficionado of quality coffee. The highlight of my last trip to Idyllwild was enjoying a Vietnam light roast in this serene little space. You can buy freshly roasted bags to take home. Incredible. The owner knows his stuff- just ask and he will recommend the perfect blend or single origin bean for your palate whether you are new to specialty coffee or an experienced connoisseur. What a pleasure to be in a coffee shop run by someone who loves coffee as much as I do. I will be back every single time I am in the area. Thank you! read more

Loved Black Mountain Coffee Roasters!! The owner really knew his stuff and we had a really pleasant conversation with him. Also, some of the best decaf coffee I've ever had. I bought a bag and it brews really nicely into espresso. Seating was decent, environment was very chill and dog friendly!! read more

Ordered the El Salvador cold brew latte with vanilla syrup. I wasn't sure what to order, so the baristas helped me choose by providing me with samples of their two cold brew options. On a warm summer day, this was the perfect morning treat! Really appreciated how pet friendly they were as well as we got to bring our dog with us while enjoying our coffee. Also a huge fan of the aluminum cup! read more

Black Mountain Coffee Roasting - Pet friendly coffee shop with reusable cups! - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Very pet friendly coffee shop! Their cold brew was great and I love that they put iced drinks in aluminum cups that are reusable (if you bring it back you get a discount on your next drink). Staff is friendly and it is built inside an old house so very cozy. read more

Black Mountain Coffee Roasting - Iced latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Idyllwild, California

A very cute hole in the wall cafe that feels like they really care about their coffee. The medium roast drip was delicious and was very welcome after early morning road trip. My boyfriend tried their nitro cold brew with no additives and was also very happy. read more

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Took my son and family for his 21st birthday. We had a group of 6 and found the coffee shop welcoming. We were greeted and the birthday boy was excited to try new coffees. We tasted 3 hot coffees and 1 cold brew during our tasting and really enjoyed the experience. read more

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Such a cute almost hidden coffee shop. My fiancé got a cold brew, can't specifically remember what it was but he added brown sugar & oat milk to it. He loved it and said it tasted so good. I saw they also offered coffee flights there which is pretty cool. His drink also came in a reusable container which was pretty neat and eco friendly. I tried his coffee and it was pretty good considering I'm not the biggest coffee fan. Everyone there was also so nice and helpful. A nice little coffee shop. read more

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Such a nice little spot in the town! We found this place online since we were coming in for the day. We saw they offered coffee tasting you can book online. It's $15 dollars a person, and very well worth it. You get a light roast, medium, dark roast and cold brew to try. The owner of the shop is very kind and talked us through each taste of each roast. A great casual experience to do in town, and the coffee was great! We even bought a bag of beans for home read more

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This was a fantastic small little place that takes pride in their coffee. I got a cold brew latte and my husband got a pour over. This was a no frills (in a good way) place that somehow still felt artisanal. They were ready to customize everything to fit your tastes and needs. I'm new to coffee and he was quick to help me through figuring out what I'd like and I truly loved it! PS they give you a reusable cup. If you return for a refill it'd 2 dollars off. It's attached to a parking lot so parking is easy! read more

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Delicious cold brew coffee!! We read about Black Mountain numerous times online so knew we had to stop by on our trip to Idyllwild. The whole shop gives a rustic, mountain feel - fitting for the area! Loved their cold brew. Also love that they serve their to-go cold coffee in reusable cups. Those plastic cups can definitely add up, but these cups are much more sustainable. They do offer a coffee-tasting flight - make sure to make a reservation in advance if you want to do this!! Highly recommend coming here for a great cup of coffee. read more

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Wonderful find in Idyllwild. Loved the shop, the coffee and the friendly atmosphere. Will be back soon read more

Fantastic coffee, great vibe, great people, great spot. This is a cone and sit down and really enjoy your cup special kind of coffee place.

Fantastic if you are looking for a homemade cup of coffee. Pour over and cold brew only. They definitely take pride in the craft. Small little shop with some outside seating. I only give it 3 stars because it is $7 for a cup of black coffee and the employee told me in a less than welcoming tone "we are a roaster, we don't do espresso" when I asked if they had a flat white. Not a crazy expectation for someone to ask for a flat white at a coffee shop. Wouldn't recommend the service. read more

One of the most accommodating and talented small coffee shops I've ever been to! We stopped by because of the good reviews and they are legit. The staff knows their stuff well and the coffee profiles are unique and definitely worth the drive. We went two days in a row because I had mistakenly left my purse and had driven all the way back to San Diego. I called and the staff immediately located my bag and secured it in a safe place. They even offered to mail my bag back because of the drive. The following morning they offered me a free coffee to apologize for the 'bad experience' but I was not disappointed at all. I enjoyed chatting with the baristas, and as a veteran barista myself this place is Great coffee, great people, and great conversation! read more

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Strong cold brew. Friendly services. Good place to get morning coffee. They have some inside and outside seatings. But limited seatings inside. read more

I'm not a coffee drinker, but wifey drinks it all day long. She wanted to come here, but I told her that Black Mountain Coffee is a real deal coffee shop. As in, they don't make all these fancy fufu drinks. The owner was very friendly and educated us about coffee. The shop looks small, but there's a back patio for private tasting. We'll for sure come here again!!! read more

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Great coffee! Their cold brew tastes so rich and delectable. They give you your drink in a reusable aluminum cup that not only keeps the drink cold longer, but if you bring it back to them, they give you a discount on your next drink. Small place that is kind of hidden, but so worth it. All the people we have met there have also been great! Highly recommend this coffee spot. read more

I was excited to try this spot, as I love that they seem to be really focused on good coffee and preparing it in the best way. They only do pour overs or cold brew - no espresso/latte type stuff. They also sell bags of coffee as well. The man working was very welcoming and friendly. It does take some time to get your coffee, but that's the nature of a pour over. They had many different options from light up to dark roasts from many different countries. I do wish the menu had a little more description, but they are happy to answer questions. I got a Vietnamese medium roast, which was very good. I will definitely be back when in Idyllwild. I love that there is an option like this in a small town. read more

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I love the small town feel and worldly coffee all at the same time. The patrons are so kind. This place is magical and the coffee is so good. Not to mention the family friendly environment, this place has something for everyone!!!! read more

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The location has a beautiful outdoor patio under the pines. It is run by a nice couple that is in their second week of restarting the business in a new location with no employees to help. While I was there, at the same time they were serving customers, they were caring for their four very young, very active children in the shop. It was chaos and stressful--for them and for everyone visiting. I had a headache by the time I left. The coffee was good (after they got the order wrong three times due to distractions--see above) and I think they have the potential to make a great space. read more

Several trips to Black Mountain Coffee Roasters is always on our itinerary when we travel to Idyllwild, and we always leave with several bags of coffee to take home. When we planned our wedding for last spring in Idyllwild, we knew that Black Mountain Coffee had to be a part of it. Chris helped us set a wonderful coffee tasting event for our guests for the morning of the wedding, and we had an amazing time (even with the surprise snow/hail/rain storm). Highest quality, amazing expertise, and all-around great people. Check out their new, expanded location. read more

Delicious coffee, cozy location, and friendly service - 10/10! We had both the pour over and a holiday espresso drink. So good we came twice! read more

After driving for 1 hour from Palm Springs to Idyllwild...my friend and I landed at our first stop of the day, Black Mountain Coffee Roasting. With a great deal of enthusiasm, we placed our orders, his was regular coffee and mine was of course matcha. Except that they do not serve matcha. This shop only serves coffee and are VERY specific about what they do. I was a little dismayed that none of the choices were good for me, but I guess I shouldn't assume that a coffee shop would service matcha as well... right? A very well-restrained and particular barista stood before us and took our orders. There was a silence in the air even though the shop was filled with other customers either waiting to place their orders or waiting to get their orders. Our enthusiastic demeanors went from 1000 percent to almost zero. We ended up hushed and quiet like everyone else who was standing there. We (He) came in for a cup of coffee, and he got his coffee, but we purchased a bag of beans as well. I walked out with a cup of coffee but I hated it. We didn't expect to start off our interaction with the barista ( after driving for 1 hour) with an argument over an epistemological theory of what is or isn't coffee. The questions were very precise with the expectation of precise answers. There were extreme limitations on the types of milk offered or would be allowed in the coffee. I was dismayed that we had to start our adventures for the day in such an exacting fashion, and we had a good laugh about it all day long as we wandered around Idllywild. Moral of the Story... It's coffee, don't be picky. Take it the way they want to serve it to you. After using all the fanciest coffee makers in the world at home... I'm back to using a Keurig Coffee Maker because I can find the pods in any store anywhere I go. It's good to keep life simple. read more

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I think we have just found our go-to coffee roastery when in Idyllwild. Good to know. This great little coffee spot is situated in a cluster of rustic cabin, one-of-a-kind stores just a few blocks outside of the little downtown. It's tiny inside, possibly big enough to accommodate 5 patrons, with boho cute ambiance. It appears to be a popular local hang out even though there are other coffee houses in town. Not much in the way of indoor seating, you can sit outdoors under the pines and slurp your hot brew as noisily as you wish. There was only one barista on duty, but that's about all you can squeeze behind the counter anyway. I was desperately in need of a pick-me-up, a caffeine jolt, and so I started with a freshly brewed cup of their drip coffee. What I chose was a medium roast, because he informed me they had no dark roast. I believe it was a Guatamalan bean (I can not be sure). I suffered a slight bit of culture shock as he rang up $7 (small), mostly because I rarely buy coffee by the cup anymore (I choose to buy my own beans and grind and brew my own). Medium roast is not my usual preference, and this particular one I found a bit too acidic, floral, and thin. But I had also intended to buy coffee grounds to brew each morning in our lodge room for the next 3 days. So after eyeing their available bags of roasted beans on their shelf, I asked the barista, which was the most popular of their coffees? Ah! One they had just finished roasting, still unbagged in the back. The Rustic Cabin blend, he replied. So, on impulse, I bought it, untried. He ground the beans for me, and I happily went on my way. Such a delicious aroma, I was beginning to understand why it was the peoples' choice! And the resulting brew turned out to be incredibly perfect. That lovely 12 oz bag lasted me for at least a month after. And I saved the bag, lest we forget! I now have one more reason to look forward to another Idyllwild visit. read more

Such a great spot! Definitely the best coffee in town. I only wish they were open on more days. I loved the Cascara tea - tea made from the dried skin of coffee cherries. Apparently this is really good for the environment as it produces less waste, but it also happens to be not just very interesting but also delicious. They will give you a sample of anything if you ask, so definitely try this if you've never had it before. Not sure why it's so rare! read more

Black Mountain Coffee Roasting - Cold Brew and Cascara (tea) - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Black Mountain Coffee Roasting is such a cute little place in Idyllwild! It's perfect to grab in the morning and walk around the town, coffee in hand. It's a cute little shop, but when you walk in, you smell the wonderful aromas of different brews of coffee that smell delightful. I don't think you can go wrong with the coffee you choose, but cold brew is my jam so I decided to give that a try. FAVE ITEMS: - Cold Brew - Vietnam Lotus: so good, add a splash of oat milk and it's the perfect amount of creaminess. It came in the cutest little aluminum cup -- I wasn't sure I could even keep it but you sure can! Note that if you come back with the cup you can get a refill for cheaper. SERVICE: barista is super nice and recommends diff items if you are at a loss for what to get. PARKING: a parking lot was available right next to coffee shop! PRICE: on the pricier side, but hey if you're there for a vacation, you're going to indulge! If you are in Idyllwild, you definitely have to stop by this place! It's definitely worth it -- if you check in, you can get $2 off of a larger bag of coffee. read more

Talk about a hidden gem. We were walking around this very quaint area where absolutely everyone was friendly and wanting to chat. I got the earl grey iced tea which was to perfection for a quick break along our walk. We sat inside where their are comfortable but limited amount of seating. The owners were very friendly and their kids were as well; we really enjoyed the laid back interactions with everyone. The motif was adorable and the outside area as well was relaxing, it was just a bit too cold for us to sit outside at the time. read more

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The staff is very friendly, and are always happy to talk about the subtleties and nuances of coffee-craft. Idyllwild is a very friendly community as a whole. Their Rustic Cabin Blend is a coffee masterpiece! My go-to daily blend, and one of the best coffees I've ever had. read more

Absolutely love this place. The barista person was super friendly and nice. They have pour overs and cold brews only which I loved and the coffee beans he recommended me that I got as a gift for my family and my girlfriend's family, they love it the most. The place also feels cozy and nice. It has some outdoor seating areas you can hang around too. Highly recommended! Buy the beans! read more

Do yourselves a favor and go see Reyna at Black Mountain Coffee in Idyllwild. $10 for a tasting is a bargain. She knows so much about coffee and was able to pinpoint our flavor profile with just our words about what we liked in a coffee. We tried the Vietnam Lotus (a tad light) and the bourbon barrel coffee (great first sniff). But our hands down favorite was the Sumatra. We are so lucky to have found our "special coffee" in our home away from home. They also have a coffee club which can be shipped. We opted not to do it since we are there so often and can pick up coffee whenever we want. My husband and daughter really enjoyed their hot chocolate too! So please, go visit this super cute place in a less travelled part of Idyllwild. The outdoor area is so peaceful and they know their coffee! read more

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A true must visit in Idyllwild! A wonderful family roasting amazing coffee! Add them to your itinerary! They do tastings that are such a fun thing to do! Super cute place with indoor and outdoor options. Great service and value! read more

After a nice hike down strawberry creek we came across black mountain coffee and got a fantastic cold brew and bought some gourmet coffee for home Ronnie was very helpful and we talked about the local history and such he very engaging . Bob from Palm Springs read more

Black mountain coffee was AMAZING. First we were greeted by the owner in a joking fun manner. The gentlemen helping us was also super kind. We were late coming in and very close to closing time. However, he didn't make us feel rushed at all and we had a nice conversation. (Terrible with remembering names but he was awesome) Then we began to look over the menu. I was little nervous at first I like my coffee pretty sweet. More sugar than coffee and I wasn't sure looking at the menu with simple syrup and honey syrup being the only flavors. BUT he guaranteed me he could make it. I went with the honey. It was DELICIOUS!! Best coffee in town in my opinion. It was great last stop on our trip. I wish we had tired it day one so we could've gone every day! Also love the reusable cups they serve you in. Super cute place and very kid friendly! They had lots of toys and space for kids to be kids. read more

The coffee beans here are so so good! My boyfriend and I bought some beans from Chris, the owner, earlier in the year when they had a pop-up at one of the events at the garden center, and the only thing we regretted was not buying more bags of their delicious coffee beans back then! Now whenever we are in Idyllwild we always make sure to stop by the shop to enjoy some delicious coffee. This boutique coffee shop is tucked away in the Oakwood Village area. The owner is a lovely couple that runs the shop themselves, with their cute lovely kids. The menu is very simple so you won't need to go crazy over it. Currently they have the order/pickup set up right at the door, so it's very convenient. Their cold brew is very good and also the decaf! It's not on their menu but I asked if they had any and Chris made it for me. So yummy an iced decaf with a splash of cream. Their iced tea is also delicious. There are plenty of shady outdoor sitting area, great place to just sit and hang out. I definitely recommend everyone to find this yummy boutique coffee shop and try them out, you wont be disappointed!!!!! read more

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Hidden gem alert! We had the most magical experience this afternoon with our cup of cold brew outside on the picnic bench. If you are a coffee snob, love local flavors and coffee tastings, this is your spot. They roast their coffee onsite and only do pour overs, cold brews/ nitro, and tastings. For fancy lattes and cappuccinos, go to higher ground. This is a mom and pop shop, so you'll see their kids running around as well- very cute! I will be back for their tastings! read more

Black Mountain Coffee Roasting - Store front - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Very nice place, it's very cozy. They have garden seating too, there's also a couch inside the store. Coffee was very tasty. They do pour over so it was all fresh. Customer service was also friendly. We also tried chocolate but it was just OK. Overall it's a very pleasant experience. read more

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We stumbled upon the absolute cutest and hip coffee shop while wandering the town of idyllwild! Inside this shop there's so many different coffee flavors and the owner was so bubbly, sweet, and passionate! I love that this shop uses reusable thicker cups as well. I asked about any tea options, and while there was only one option, it tasted so unique - like a mix of black tea with fruity, nutty notes. The patio is the perfect hangout spot too. My friends and I hung out there with our two dogs for about 45 minutes relaxing and catching up because of how cozy it was to sit out there. Try them out, this shop is awesome! read more

Black Mountain Coffee Roasting - the outside of the building - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Dropped in after a backpacking trip to grab a cup for the drive home.. Good - pour over coffee ($7 a cup) is very delicious, HH & oat milk avail. The bulk beans smelled great too (12 oz $22). After we left I wish I'd bought a bag of beans to take home, as that's about the going rate for high end small cafe beans in So Cal and they smelled excellent. The space is quaint and pretty, nice patio seating outside with padded chairs, restroom Bad - $7 for a cup of coffee is absurd. Good coffee, but still absurd. Youngish dude who helped us (who Jules from Pulp Fiction might refer to as Flock of Seagulls) was overbearing and smug. Really uncomfortable interaction. We tried our best to be polite and patient, and bail ASAP. read more

Never done coffee tasting, and although my bestie and I have technically ruined the full experience of it because we love to douse our cups with creamer and sugar (Yes, we're basic lol) we still had a nice time tasting the different fruity notes of coffee. We also got to really connect with the owner and his staff while we hung out listening to their cool playlist. They're great people who are passionate and knowledgeable about great tasting fresh coffee. The place was easy to find tucked in the heart of Idyllwild. For only $10/person you get to choose what you kind of roast to do for your tasting, or a variety. Totally worth it, and everyone here is very down to earth! read more

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