As much as I love coffee and as quick of a walk it is here I don't come here enough. I've been in this store on and off over the years however in the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic I am trying to shop local and support small businesses that have remained open due to being essential. Blue Mountain is a mix of gift shop filled with various items such as mugs, candies, cards, biscotti, cigars, chocolates and more in addition to coffee and tea shop. At Blue Mountain you are able to purchase coffee beans, whole or they will grind them in addition to tea, either bagged or loose leaf tea. Since my trip to Last Vegas in August 2019 I have had my eye on an espresso brewer, feverishly looking at it online and in-person at a major retailer that isn't in our area so when I was walking my dogs by the store and saw the brewer in the window I was delighted. The brewer I had in mind is a percolator and they have a variety of serving sizes available. My current one is 6 cups however I may get a smaller one so I am bringing down my coffee intake. Another benefit of coming here is the ability to get a hot or iced coffee and as mentioned in other reviews the ice cubes are made of coffee also so you don't have to worry about your drink watering down. And if you are a decaf drinker like I currently am, they have decad iced coffee! (Very rare). If you are a coffee aficionado or a wannabe I highly recommend stopping in this small shop. read more

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I really like shopping at Blue Mountain Coffees when putting together a gift for a coffee or tea drinker. There are a lot of choices in coffee beans and loose teas, so I like to pick a variety. There's even a pretty good selection for people who just drink decaf, which is rarely the case elsewhere. They also have mugs, cards, cookies and chocolate if you're looking for more add-ons for a gift. The staff is friendly, and will make recommendations if you ask. For pre-packaged teas, there is a higher mark-up than if you're lucky enough to find the same brand and flavor at the grocery store, but I like to support small businesses in my neighborhood when I can--and sometimes I'm just lazy and don't want to schelp to a big store. Glad to have this shop in Elmwood Village! read more

Blue Mountain Coffees - Loose leaf tea selection, as of December 2021 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I stopped into Blue Mountain Coffees to upgrade my coffee habits, and I was not disappointed. The store is full of gourmet items, and the salesperson was very knowledgeable and helpful to me in finding the perfect blend. There are many coffees to choose from, and they are all reasonably priced. I got Columbian coffee, French roast, and it is absolutely amazing. Better yet, the salesperson asked how I usually prepare it, and I said "I usually do a pour-over." She said she would do a pour-over grind. I asked if that was different from usually coffee makers, and she insisted that it was. And she was right! For the first time, the water in the pour-over goes through without clogging up as with regular store-bought coffee. I will be going back to BMC for more! read more

Excellent service and expansive selections of coffee, beans, and coffee paraphernalia. Also a good variety of teas too! I was popping in most for some the yummy international cookies and treats they sell, but also purchased a fun new mug as well. When supporting local for your coffee and tea needs you can't go wrong in at Blue Mountain. read more

One of the cutest little stores I've seen in a long time! The proprietor of the shop is so sweet and really passionate about coffee and tea. There are a ton of options for different coffee, some flavored and some not. She also has some really incredible coffees like Jamaican Blue Mountain. It does come with a price tag, but sometimes the good ones do! This shop also has a bunch of teas, both bags and loose leaf, French presses and different brew methods, and mugs! It's a great place to snag a cute gift as well! Also in the shop is coffee that is freshly brewed and chocolates to go with it. There is a $5 credit card limit so if you're running by for a quick cup only, bring cash! read more

Everything about this little shop is fantastic with the exception of the prices. Entered around 1:30 on a Sunday afternoon only to be welcomed by an intoxicating aroma of coffee beans and a big hello from the gentleman behind the counter. If I could capture the smell of this place in a bottle I would use it as a fragrance throughout my apartment, such a comforting delicious smell. There were tons of different loose teas and packaged teas. There was a selection you could find in your local grocery store like Yogi, only for a price of $3 more per box which is too inflated to consider purchasing in my opinion. Lots of things in there like mugs for approximately $14-$33 per mug and tea cups and saucers again pretty pricey. There were coffee scoopers, to go mugs, french presses, and a section for greeting cards. Then there were the coffee beans. Such an array of flavored coffees it was impossible to choose only a few. What won me over was the decaf selection. Over twenty different flavored decaf options which is more than I have ever seen in any other store. I asked him to suggest one regular and one decaf to me because I couldn't choose. He suggested southern pecan and maple. I haven't tasted either yet but if the taste in anything like the smell then I'm in for a real treat. The gentleman and I made small talk which was very nice. I will definitely support this little shop!!!! Only $4 and change for 4 oz of coffee, not too shabby. Go with that size so you can try multiple flavors! read more

Blue Mountain Coffees - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Such a wonderful local gem. The proprietor was wonderfully helpful and so very sweet. The shop is a beautiful showcase of all that is coffee and tea. The best part is she knows her coffee! Like the fact that the best coffee brewed is generally done with a consistant temp range of 195 to 205 degrees F. The Pros: Amazing selection of Coffee Beans! Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee beans the Shangri La of coffees A great selection of loose leaf teas! A selection of top rated devices for the brewing of both. Wonderful selection of themed tea kettles A nice selection of themed mugs The cons: A lot packed into a little space. (This one is more about me, I'm a big guy that needs to tread cafefully around the ceramics and breakables) My final thoughts: I am coming back. They have a great selection of coffees and I want to try them all. I walked out of there with a bag of Jaimacan Blue Mountain. The smell of the brewing coffee is driving me crazy roght now and I'm just about to have my first taste of perfection... read more

Excellent customer service! The worker helped me fix my moka pot -- and I thought I was going to have to buy a new one. They also have a solid selection of coffee, teas, and little gifts. read more

This shop is the epitome of the Buffalo small business. Cozy, a bit disorganized, with super-friendly folks behind the counter and a pet or two scurrying around. In this case, two cheerful rescue dogs and a cat, who are wont to chase eachother around the store, but somehow manage to do so without upsetting the barrels of fresh-smelling coffee and jars of loose-leaf teas that line the shelves. There's more to this shop besides beans, too: you can stop in for a birthday card, a copy of the New York Times, or a cool present (if you're buyin', this girl wants a super-fancy French press or a granny-style tea mug with built-in filter). If, like me, you love nothing more than to spend a Sunday sipping good coffee and kicking back with the paper, this store has everything you need to get cozy (though you have to leave the puppies in the store). I feel lucky that it's just a quick shuffle-in-muh-jammy-pants away from my doorstep! read more

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Variety of products. Fantastic place to buy gifts. So many different types of tea and coffee I bought several things and will be ordering online read more

Walked past it a bunch of times and didn't think much of it. My mom talked me into it since they sold the tea she likes. Ok. What a cool tea and coffee shop! Lots of loose leaf teas! Various quality of teas and flavors as well as loose and tea already in s tea bag. Didn't try the coffee but it looks like they brew some for you to take on the go. Oh- forgot to mention the coffee!!! Lots of plain coffee as well as flavored coffee. All sold in beans. I'm going to get my husband a variety pack for Christmas. Shhhhhhh. Don't tell him If you smoke- they sell some rolling papers and chocolates as well read more

If you are a connoisseur of coffee and tea you must stop into Blue Mountain Coffees. They brew 4 different roasts(dark roast, flavored, medium/light roast and decaf) in both hot and iced coffee options everyday. They use coffee ice cubes for the iced coffee. The brewed coffee is delecious everytime(feel free to ask for a tasting before purchasing) and is cheap! Their coffee bean and tea selection is extensive ranging from expensive to inexpensive, and from different parts of the world. Their staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. I also buy loose leaf here and after trying about a dozen varieties, my favorite is the Organic Gold Tip Darjeeling @3.95/oz. BMC is also great for coffee and tea accessories. You may spend a little extra than you would online or at a major retailer but you would also be supporting a local business. I have bought some unique cards and mugs here to give as gifts. In conclusion, I am so glad there is a hidden treasure, near my residence, that offers such a pleasant experience everytime I go in. I will keep going back. read more

Blue Mountain is great and have a tremendous variety of coffee, tea, and accessories. I'm not a coffee drinker but I heard nothing but great things about their coffee and the wonderful flavors they offer. I am a tea drinker and I love their teas. Their flavored tea is freaking awesome. I buy my wife their lavender black tea every time I go and she loves it. On stressful days or when she wants to settle down she drinks some and just falls into a great sense of calm. Love it! Happy wife, happy life :-) read more

I love supporting local places and would love to give this place 5 stars but to be honest I just don't find that the coffee or tea is really that fresh. I assume they do not move enough quantity to keep things fresh is why. I mean I have bought teas from here and they all kind of tend to have a similar flavor, like the store itself is imparting it on them. The coffee seems to have the same issue. Just bought a pound of Ethiopian of whole beans and the coffee just tasted flat. They probably have been using the same barrels and jars for their coffee and tea and I can only assume that imparts some of the off flavor. If you are looking for any accessories or gadgets to brew with, this place is great though. They have a nice selection of good quality items like tea pots, french presses....but I go elsewhere for fresh tea and coffee. read more

I love this specialty coffee shop. I have shopped here intermittently for almost 20 years, sometimes with years separating my visits. The aroma has never changed and I wish they could bottle it and sell it to freshen my kitchen. I'm immediately calmed, and I can't leave without a cup of coffee. They also sell unique, high quality coffee and tea mugs and makers. I often see alternatives to Bodum or Nissan/Thermos stainless brands here. Some products are equal alternatives, some are even better. Just today I bought a mug to replace a lost Nissan/Thermos, and the design seems even better than the mug I lost. They also have assorted high-end magazines and cards. Definitely worth checking out if you're cruising around Elmwood. read more

I LOVE coffee!!! Just wanted to get that out of the way first. :) This is such an awesome place to visit. When you first walk in, the smell is amazing. Secondly.. there is usually the best little dog to greet you, sometimes a bigger one too. They leave you alone, but they both love pets if you offer. Okay, so back to the coffee... there are a ton of beans to choose from, as well as decaf flavors for people that don't want the caffeine. I love the german chocolate cake, or butter pecan. They will grind the beans if you want them to, but I prefer to do that at home. The employees are very friendly and not overbearing. Super willing to answer any questions you may have. They also sell loose leaf tea.. which I love to drink in the winter and have tons of different flavors for those as well. The prices are pretty fair and I honestly prefer to come here and get something different every time, then dropping by my local grocery store and picking up the usual blend. read more

I went to Blue Mountain Coffee today to see what he at sensitive mugs they have. As far as I know they're the gift shop in Buffalo that has the most variety of heat sensitive mugs. Positively Main Street has some. Other awesome things Blue Mountain Coffee has are loose leaf teas, bagged teas, and (is this the right term?) loose bean coffees. If you know a coffee or tea lover, go here. If you can't find a coffee or tea they'd like they also have many teapots, mugs, and I even saw espresso makers. I saw they're open at 8am during the week. I forget when they close, probably 5 or 6pm. read more

Prices on teas are really great, and they staff is very helpful. They are not pushy like some other tea places, and because everything is there for you to touch and smell, it is much more inviting. I always try to support local shops whenever I can! read more

Great selection of coffee! I can't buy my coffee from anywhere else now. Last time I bought the Jamaican and German chocolate cake. I can't wait to go back and try a few others read more

The only complaint I have about this place is their weird hours make it hard to catch open sometimes. However, you need to carve some time out of your schedule to check it out if you are a coffee or tea lover. Even if you just walk in and take a large sniff of the place, you'll be in a heaven surrounded by amazing smelling coffee beans and fresh teas. Any sort of tea or coffee drinking peripheral they will have there, and the service is always genuine and friendly. It's one of the few places I have found in the area that has a vast selection of single origin, and flavored coffee beans both regular and decaf. To compliment this, they also have a killer selection of loose, and pre mixed teas both by weight or pre packaged. There's so much cool stuff to see walking around this area, and when you go down you need to make sure you make this place your first stop. read more

Hidden gem on Elmwood Avenue! Dozens of varieties of coffee flavors that are brewed on the premises. My only complaint about this place is that if you're trying to get coffee before going to work, the store is frequently closed as the owner tends to open his store 10-15 minutes past the store's opening time (which I believe is 8:30am). For most of us, that's a few minutes too late as we can't be late for work. If that's not a concern, definitely give this place a try. read more

Great place for a quick, gourmet cup of perfectly brewed coffee! They also have so many varieties of whole bean coffee in stock. Very delicious, very high-quality products. Staff is knowledgeable and can direct you to the absolute perfect coffee bean. They will grind the coffee for you there, but I personally like to grind my own beans at home with my nice stainless steel KitchenAid grinder. So, I am somewhat of a coffee snob. These folks get me. read more

Over 28 years & counting Blue Mountain has been my husbands "go to" coffee supplier. Delicious, freshly roasted beans. Nice selection of tea & coffee items, cards & magazines as well. Great neighborhood asset!!! read more

Jim the owner was incredibly friendly and this will be my new and only spot to get my whole bean coffee! Easy 5 stars!

This is a really nice, small, tea & coffee shop in the heart of the Elmwood area. I was here on a mission; to get some loose-leaf tea that matched the blend that I had been previously purchasing at Teavana, but with a more affordable price from a non-corporate giant. The employee was extremely helpful, actually cared about my mission, and together, we succeeded! They have themselves a new regular. read more

I love this place. It has a very posh selection of coffee, the service is alway nice. I recomend 'Southern Pecan' bean. Great little gifts and chocoletes, i am very happy with them. The dog is also a little gem. read more

Good tasting coffee. Owner is really nice too. He gets coffee from everywhere and has good exotic blends.

Blue Mountain Coffee is an essential stop for the best coffee.. I suggest the private blend whole been.. Unique gift ideas from coffe and tea accesories to esoteric cards and awesome refrigertor magnets.. A must shop location in the Elmwood village .. read more

Blue Mountain Coffees has a wide selection of the best coffee beans available in WNY, as well as great teas. Not only can you get great beans, you can have various custom blends made just for you. If you want your beans ground, you can have it done to your liking. You can also get a perfect cup of coffee that will light up your taste buds. Beyond this, the atmosphere in Blue Mountain Coffees is unlike anywhere else, as attested to by the number of regulars that Blue Mountain Coffees has. It is the 'Cheers' of coffee shops - a warm, friendly, fun environment that always leaves you with a smile. read more

If you want the best cup of coffee in Buffalo , this is it !! Frendly neighborhod store w good products from fresh coffee beans / teas to related misc. gifts. Local newspaper /variety of magazines. Their brewed in store coffee is the best !!! Lynnette read more

I get tired of the same of thing so go to blue mountain to change things up. They have a great variety and the flavors are amazing!

I just love this place. The people who run it are so nice and kind. They're beautiful dog is always in the shop. You can never go wrong with true dog people. Also, the selection of coffee is fantastic and I'm always wishing I needed a new coffee mug because the ones they have are so cute. If you are looking for a nice gift of a coffee/tea lover, this is your spot. read more

I love it!! I don't think I could survive without their coffee anymore.Love southern pecan flavor and dark chocolate flavored coffee. My whole kitchen is filled with the aroma when i brew a pot. Don't stop what you're doing blue mountain coffees!!!! read more

I'm a little disappointed, I was just standing there and the lady made no effort to pay any attention to me. I was looking to drop a good dollar on myself and others. read more

an awesome place for great coffee to drink or bring home...jim the owner very nice guy....prices not bad at all.....