Blind Dog has done some remodeling since my first review... they now have some alternative seating options and have gotten rid of the kids' play area, which was a favorite of ours when visiting with our kids. The coffee here is still remarkable, and they have added a larger selection of beans, pods, and coffee accessories. Service is still about the same. Friendly but can take a long time, especially if you order food or something that comes out of the back. Still probably the best speciality coffee shop in the Carson Valley area. read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - Specialty matcha - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

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Ok, Minden. I see you! First time finding a coffee shop here that is more my style. I happened to be in the neighborhood and was looking for breakfast spots. A couple places popped up, but after doing some research, I decided to give this place a shot as their menu and ambiance piqued my interest. This place is hidden within a bunch of medical offices and other restaurants. You won't see it off the main drag. They have plenty of indoor seating as well as outdoor seating. Interior looked clean and well organized. This place had an extensive coffee/drink menu as well as food/pastry offerings. You can get a full breakfast here. I tried: BD's latte - Your basic latte garnished with candied orange and a dusting of shaved chocolate. What a beautiful presentation! Love photo worthy coffee drinks. My only critique is that this drink would be 5 stars if the latte itself had an orange syrup or flavoring to match the garnish. This would have really made this latte pop with flavor. Dog House Toast - avocado toast with 2 poached eggs, hollandaise, and arugula. That hollandaise gives it this delicious richness that makes this breakfast satisfying and the arugula balancing it out with some freshness. I only wished the yolk was runnier. It was almost over done. They had so many other food and drink items I wanted to try. They had an extensive seasonal menu. I really wanted to try their S'mores Bourbon Cold Brew. I will definitely be back to try their other items. read more

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I really wanted to give 3 stars but the coffee is still great. 3.5 is the real rating. They still get a 10/10 for the coffee it was amazing. (And it was very clean in the shop) The actual experience in the shop....way less fun. No customer engagement. (I mean it was empty-people came in and out) Last year I wanted a mug and they were sold out -I was so excited they had them this time. $31 for a plain mug was a little much however if they were more welcoming/friendly I may have changed my mind. Go for the coffee -don't expect feel welcomed-this is what happens when your first two visits were an amazing experience and you set your expectations too high. We can skip the shot next year and just order the coffee online. read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - The $31 Mug - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

We are visiting from Phoenix and staying in Gardnerville and looked forward to trying this place out. They have a very spacious inside area as well as outside seating. We ordered a pour over which is large enough for two people. The coffee cake was pretty good as well. It's a very nice location with clean restrooms and friendly staff. We enjoyed talking with Tate who did our pour over. We actually came back in the afternoon for a Turkish coffee, but the machine wasn't working properly so had another pour over. We'll see you next year on our travels. read more

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Great food. Great service and beautiful presentation. I had the ham and cheese tart with a hot chai tea. read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - Latte - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

Had to come back and bring my daughter before she went back to New Zealand. I absolutely love this place. Great outdoor and indoor seating. Super people. And perfect coffees. I have had the food as well. All great! read more

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This place is a nice, cozy spot to sip, relax and chat. They have seasonal unique drinks they offer if you're feeling adventurous while also offering classics like a basic latte. I tried a vanilla, cinnamon and honey flavored coffee that was simple yet sweet. read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - Oh! Goodness Latte W/half n half - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

I stopped by after a morning dental appointment for a coffee and a bagel. I'll admit I'm not used to coffee shop prices since I usually make my own espresso at home--but putting that aside, I'll focus on my order. The bagel ($6) was decent, but probably not something I'd order again. They source their bagels from Desert Sun Bagel in Reno, and maybe the jalapeño cheddar just wasn't their standout flavor. I'm a big fan of Tahoe Bagel, so that's the bar I tend to compare against. For coffee, I ordered the Oh Goodness Latte ($7.25) (honey, cinnamon, vanilla, and oat milk), and it was very good. I'll likely stop in again after future dental appointments, though it's a bit tucked away compared to some of the more convenient drive-thru coffee spots in the area. read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

What a delightful place, music, decor, lots of seating arrangements... and outdoor seating too. And there are grilled cheese sandwiches (made to order) & other choices . Desserts, flavors too. Smiling servers, happy vibes. Two lattes, 1 grilled cheese sandwiches = $23, relaxed state of mind = priceless read more

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We Stopped in for coffee and behold this big beautiful pistachio croissant that caught my eye! As did the Ube croix. They were a little on the pricier side, $10 a piece. Both were good but that pistachio croissant is worth every penny in my opinion! It is packed full of luscious pistachio cream! There was Not even room for air lol! It is very green but it adds to the whimsy presentation. The flavor was exactly what a pistachio lover dreams of! The Ube was good but definitely smaller for the same cost. I will be coming back! These special things should not be kept secret:) read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - Pistachio! Don let the picture fool you the filling was silky smooth! - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

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Really enjoyed this cafe! Great food, pastries, coffee and merch. Loved the atmosphere, enough seating and comfy. Staff was really friendly and went out of their way for me. Some menu choices weren't as appealing, but what we ordered was great! (Açaí bowl & quiche) read more

Every time I come here I'm never disappointed the best coffee around. Wish we had one in Tahoe. The service is great and helpful. Not only is the coffee good but the food yummmm Bind dog scramble yum and the BD latte with the orange on top chefs kiss ha Clean and cute inside nice place to meet up with friends read more

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Blind Dog Coffee Lab is a modern and welcoming space, featuring a calming, subtle lime-green hue accented by contemporary décor and, of course, its signature Blind Dog logo. We travel across the country and are always on the hunt for great coffee. I'm a cold brew connoisseur myself, while my partner is a hot coffee aficionado, specifically, a dark roast devotee. Beyond the coffee, the customer service really stood out. Everyone was genuinely friendly and welcoming, and they took the time to answer my questions and offer recommendations without ever making us feel rushed. That kind of personal attention always elevates the experience and makes a coffee shop one you want to return to. And I have to say, Blind Dog has a MUST-TRY hot espresso drink called the Oh! Goodness, and it truly lives up to its name! With notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and honey, it's beautifully balanced while still allowing the espresso to remain the star. I suggest ordering it extra hot, absolutely delicious! Great coffee, great people, and an atmosphere that invites you to stay awhile. Blind Dog Coffee Lab definitely knows how to paws, pour, and impress! read more

Great coffee spot! The lox bagel was one of the best I've had in a long time. Services was fast and very friendly. Great outdoor seating. Clean and stylish inside. Would come back again. read more

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Nice coffee. Good service. And my son enjoyed the little playground. Thanks to the playground he didn't run around like crazy. Very good for parents. read more

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Received a gift card and thought I'd try it. Got the Blind dog toast and a turmeric latte. The toast was ok I was really looking forward to having an actual poached egg with the runny yolk but it was almost hard boiled. And the turmeric latte was not good was very grainy could hardly swallow it. Usually I love turmeric lattes. I wanted it iced but the barista said she didn't know how to make it. So I got it warm and it was just the powder slightly mixed with milk. I understand being a new employee but please train your staff on how to properly make your menu items. read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - Blind Dog Toast, was ok eggs were more medium/hard boiled then poached. But flavor wise it was good. - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

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the service was great, drinks were exceptional but the food was outstanding. overall it is a very cute and very clean coffee shop. loved the aesthetic of the place, and loved that there was outdoor seating option. i was a little misinformed when looking at the online menu, i thought the velvet latte would have caffeine, hence "latte" but it turned out to just be milk and red velvet. however, that was my fault for not reading the menu close enough. i brought this up to the barista making the drinks and she was very kind and offered me some espresso to add to my drink for my misunderstanding which i really appreciated. before tip, my total came out to $45 for all 4 items. read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - the pollen fog to the left and the red velvet latte to the right - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

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To get to Blind Dog turn on Lucerne off US 395 and then enter the business park on your right. In other words, this is not by sight off the main road kind of place, like you'd better notice at the nearby Oi Coffee or DST in Gardnerville. I recently stopped in to meet a couple over coffee. It was a good conversation as 1 hour stretched into 2. I nursed my cup of coffee over that entire time, while my friends asked for more. My java was fresh brewed and quite good. Note that I'm a black coffee guy of which aside from expresso, I won't be ordering specialty drinks. The assortment of baked goods was inviting, so I'm sure I'll be back for that favorite combination. I'm not sure where they buy them from, maybe Schat's? In my limited experience, local bakery options drop off after that. The actual coffee shop space is roomy, both inside and out, of which our seating was comfortable. Ambient noise level was relatively low, allowing good and semi-private conversation. The kids area was at the other end, and noise over there was manageable. read more

Easy, sit down, yummy coffee concoctions and top notch food. Met friends for an early lunch and the barista was friendly, food and coffee came out quick and we quite enjoyed ourselves. They have a small kids play area set up and free wifi. There are plenty of comfy seating options and it is a new favorite coffee reading nook for me. Will definitely be back! read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

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The chai latte and breakfast burrito were absolutely delicious!! The atmosphere was cute and cozy. The entire place was very clean. The ladies behind the desk were very friendly. Good service! read more

Owner is delightful. Coffee is amazing. The banana latte was amazing delicious a must if you are un the area visiting, as I was. Otherwise, a locals hangout. read more

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Great little gem, kinda hidden in the outlet mall. Our barista really knew her stuff was cool chopping shop with her. The pistachio ganache croissant was to die for and the homemade eggnog latte was icing on the cake. Grabbed a bag off coffee, excited to try it out back home read more

This place is off the road so you don't see if off of 395. Just put directions in your phone. We have been here at least 5 times now with the last 3 times on a Tuesday for their free coffee tasting (1p-3p). When we arrive they don't have anything ready because quite honestly, we are the first to show up asking about the coffee tasting. It normally takes 10 minutes to get everything set up. Very interesting learning about the region and flavor of the coffee we are drinking. We then sit down and try it in a little espresso cup. We then stay and order their fresh made pastries and have more coffee. The blueberry scones is my favorite! The inside is open with plenty of tables and a couch to relax. Bathroom are clean. They even have a kids area for them to play. We have taken advantage of sitting outside to enjoy the beautiful sunny day. Employees have always been friendly. Prices are pretty reasonable. They sell their coffee there along with other coffee related items. I love supporting local business. read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

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I like going to Blind dog to meet friends for coffee and/or lunch. It's inviting and allows you to have a leisurely time over coffee. I have one concern about the dog house toast. It's avocado toast with a poached egg and it greens. The three times I've had it the egg is so far cooked that the hold is not at all runny. A poach egg should have a yolk that runs out when cut into it. Please work with staff on how to make a poached egg. The Dog house would be perfect with a nice runny yolk. Blind dog is still a great place to go. read more

Had coffee and chai tea latte with chocolate chip cookie. All items were delicious. Loved having white chocolate chips mixed in the cookie. It was pleasantly humming with patrons. Staff as also friendly. And love getting to have our beverages in nice cups verses disposable. Plus they are so cute with their logo on them. read more

I like coffee And the food is great Great service The barista is very nice and respectful I love the açaí boll And the tea is very delicious read more

Awesome local coffee spot! I was recommended a banana bread latte and it was really good!

This cold brew is smooth, not sour, and doesn't need anything added for it to be delicious. Coffee cake was also quite good. Super cute vibe and very friendly manager, Julia. She brought out some tea samples and also let me sample the cold brew before ordering. Highly recommend and I'm a cold brew snob. They know what they are doing. read more

Been there a few times already. Nice spot with good selection. The only reason for 4 stars is due to not having decaf espresso, which I'm told is coming. Though it's a family owned operated business, I love seeing that they've hired local teens. My kiddos are adults, but I also like the kiddo area. This area has several coffee spots, but there's not a lot for the kiddos to do. It's good to see them out socializing in an "adult" atmosphere. Jus my 2-cents read more

I wanted to comment on food- while the menu looks amazing on paper, the food received in two separate occasions was less than desired. First time, I had to send an order back twice- the Cubano-because 1) I received the sandwich with an ingredient not listed in the description that I don't like. 2) Sandwich came back missing two ingredients listed in description that I was looking forward to. Was told they were out of the ingredients (but didn't tell me until after I paid and got second version of the sandwich). Staff responded politely and offered a refund. Second time, I waited 30 minutes to receive a breakfast burrito that was cold in the middle, then waited 10 minutes to received it back reheated. The flavors were not a good fit, so disappointed there. Coffee is average for a coffeeshop but make be extra careful with the food, maybe just stick with coffee until quality improves. I believe its employees lacking experience/ training in the kitchen or quality control. Ambience is nice. read more

I bought a bag of the Blind Dog French Roast Coffee at Raley's the day before I came to this restaurant. I like to support local businesses. Even if the café experience was less than desired, I'm sure it will be good. The word about this place seems to be "chichi". For 31.45, I kind of expected a wee bit better. -The Dog House toast, at 12.00 with the 3.00 pork addition -Everything bagel with cream cheese 6.00, -Hot (lukewarm) cocoa at 5.00, -Drip coffee at 3.00 -Miscellaneous fee before tip. My coffee was poured from a decanter and not very hot. It also didn't taste like anything exceptional. I'll classify it as work coffee- does the job, but, that's it. The cocoa (also not that hot) had cinnamon, which would be fine IF you like that ingredient in the cocoa. Apparently, my hubby does not, and this information was not indicated on the menu. It was more like the Abuelita Mexican chocolate that I've made from time to time for myself (The presentation was cute with the milk froth leaf, but it took longer to make it look good). The small bagel with cream cheese was okay, but it looked like something I normally make myself, at a considerably cheaper rate. I had to check again on the The Dog House for my husband. When we received the item, it had a nice presentation. He was hungry. (We made the mistake of staying overnight at the nearby dysfunctional Quality Inn that did NOT have coffee NOR breakfast, due to some ongoing profoundly bad staffing and building maintenance issues. That's a strange tale for another time) Hubby told me later that it didn't taste that great, but he was starving and didn't want to wait any longer. For that amount of money, I made the false assumption that the counter staff would be kind enough to deliver the items to our table AND bus the table, afterwards. It wasn't that busy at 10:15 on a Saturday morning. This place is too hip for that kind of nonsense. We picked up the drinks and food at the counter, and bussed our table afterwards. I know, I forgot to tip. I prefer to tip AFTER I know they did the job. It felt like I did their job. read more

Nice place for a cup of coffee and a snack. Good service and great atmosphere . Great place to support local businesses.

Self service both ordering and fetching and taking to your table. . Great job remodeling 88 cups... very light and bright and inviting. Those are positives. Con's: Seating is limited. Employees occupied one prime table for 4 which left only available padded back seating for l, stool for another and a table too small for two plates and cups. Priority should have been given to customers and employee with laptop should have been on small table/booth/stool. Not relaxing or intimate visit with friends as there is a kiddie play area on side wall with the usual shrieks of children playing making conversation difficult. I found the limited choice of two scones to be very dry and the blueberry one sort of salty as well. Pistachio croissant with ganache (more like pudding) $10 but sweetly tasty. Some items sold out. Menu limited to quiche, frittata, burrito salad and toasts. Would have liked to have been able to order a soup or soup combo on a cold day. Coffee rated a 3 compared to other comparable coffee hops in Minden/Gardnerville. Definitely room for improvement. read more

If I could give more stars I would! The coffee shop itself is super clean and welcoming. Plenty of space to sit and enjoy the atmosphere. An added bonus, they have a cute play area for kids to enjoy. The staff is always lovely, very welcoming and kind. I have been coming here consistently since they opened and their food and drinks are always consistent each time I go. I love the baked goods as well, always a good selection of goodies that never disappoint! Family friendly and always great! read more

This was a difficult decision because I absolutely love their coffe but they are always so understaffed that I have just decided if I'm in a hurry, I need to hit up Oi Coffee who's coffee is still really good and the food is served much faster. Not only have I waited 20-30 minutes to get my food everytime, but they are repeatedly out of their Cold Brew, or Nitro or the Bouboun Barrel Syrup which is in their Coconut Cold Brew. I love this place but it could be managed better. Hope they can add to their staff which would greatly improve customer service and satisfaction! Again, the coffee and food is amazing but for these reason I can only give 3 stars. read more

Friendly people, nice decor and great coffee. Just around the corner from the CVI. Highly recommended!! read more

Amazing coffee! I love the quiet hangout and vibe. Very clean!! They have toys for the kids while you relax and enjoy your coffee. Excited to try a salad! read more

Blind Dog Coffee Lab - Cafes Near Me - Minden, Nevada

Amazing food and ambiance! 100% my favorite coffee shop in town! Spectacular coffee made with love. Free tastings on Tuesdays!! Highly recommend as a local spot (: read more

What a great coffee place!! Such a gem in Minden. Matcha was great, lots of food options. The inside is clean and cozy. Basil and the other workers were polite and I received my order so quickly! No notes, 10/10 read more

Love this coffee spot! Lattes are always very good, plenty of in-house made goodies to choose from, nice indoor ambiance and tables and chairs outside as well to relax and take in a view of the mountains. Favorite coffee shop in the area! read more