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    Coffee on the Rocks

    4.1 (376 reviews)
    Open • 6:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Good for working
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Ally C.

    Quaint shop off the creek at the entrance to RMNP. Friendly staff. Quick service. Can't beat the view. Please only feed the ducks food from the shop & not random scraps. Pick up after yourself.

    Yup, there are ducks in the duck pond
    Alex L.

    I love this place and could never remember the name of the place until I returned the millionth time! haha. Laid back staff with tons of items on the menu for both food and drink. The shop sits right next to a duck pond and once in awhile you'll also see elk/deer roam around. I'd love to return some time soon just to see what else I can order from this menu. Such a great experience and very peaceful even being right next to the main road!

    Cute trinkets at the shop
    Kat C.

    As long-standing visitors of Estes Park, we've always gone to one particular coffee shop. Lately though, the coffee hasn't been as good and the wait has been way too long, so I decided to check out Coffee on the Rocks based on the positive reviews online and from people we know. It definitely did not disappoint. The coffee is top notch, an A+ in my book...and the speed at which they make it is also on point. I almost took away a star because during one visit they skipped forward through a Journey song, which is definitely a no-no for me, but I decided to let it slide... for now. They have a great selection of specialty lattes, and the deck ambience is hard to beat. You can feed the ducks, spot some deer, and just enjoy the wildlife along the river while you sip your coffee. We have for sure found our new coffee spot for our Estes Park visits going forward.

    View behind the lake.
    Christian K.

    My wife and I stopped by Coffee on the Rocks on November 15th during our anniversary trip to Estes Park, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our day. I'm pretty new to the world of coffee, so it was great to get helpful feedback on what to try. Both my drink and my wife's were amazing--fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Mine came out at the perfect temperature for a chilly afternoon, which made it even better. One of the best parts of the visit was the park area behind the shop. It's a beautiful spot to unwind, take in the scenery, and just enjoy the quiet charm of the city. Sitting out there with great coffee made us fall even more in love with Estes Park. Highly recommend stopping here--whether you're a longtime coffee lover or just getting into it like me.

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    Taylor C.

    line was out the door, but staff kept it moving FAST. Incredible views and great coffee. Food was perfect and didn't take long despite the 30+ people ahead of us and 30+ people behind. You can purchase food for kiddos to feed the ducks while you enjoy mountain and river views and wait for your food/drink. Really great spot!

    Julie M.

    Boozy coffee is magic on a cold day of vacation. I tried the Pumpkin Pucker, which was your typical pumpkin spice with Baileys Orish cream. Was $12.50, which is fair for a mixed drink. Beautiful scenic views and seating areas.

    Melissa D.

    I love this coffee spot. After a hike in the park it's our go to. They have great flavor combinations and who can resist the outdoor space? There's plenty of places to sit outside and watch the ducks in the pond while you sip on your coffee.

    Coffee is incredible and the vibe is outstanding.
    lynsey barnard

    The coffee there is delicious. So many unique options. The views are incredible as well!!

    Egg bites, Replenish Refresher
    Seth C.

    I think this place is lovely. First of all, you really can't beat the setting. There's a gorgeous stream with plenty of seating along the shore. The wildlife is very acclimated to human interaction, so be ready to make some new friends. The stuff I ordered was also very good. For food, we got some bacon egg bites. They were exactly what you'd expect out of coffee shop egg bites, which is not at all a bad thing. My drink was great, I got a watermelon cucumber and mint refresher (was looking for caffeine at that point in the day) and it was everything I hoped it'd be. I think it's a tough layout for dealing with a rush of customers, so we ended up with quite a wait, but everyone working there was very pleasant. Intestinal Impact Index Rating: 1/5 - had I gone with coffee this certainly would be higher, but safe choices were made today in preparation for a long drive home.

    Colorado classic with iced latte with honey
    Brooke A.

    Best coffee in Estes! We love to go here to have breakfast and coffee while we sit by the river and enjoy watching the ducks. The line is usually out the door so best to get here early but a testament to how great they are! Staff are always friendly as well.

    Americano & ducks
    Naseem Z.

    Service was great, got an Americano. It was a cute little pond with ducks you can feed. Stayed and watched and walked around by the Creekside. Beautiful area to have a coffee at.

    Alissa D.

    We stopped here before a trip to Rocky Mountain NP and are glad we did. We came mid-week in September and it wasn't crowded. They have fun latte flavors and I got the cake batter? Or cake something one. It was sweet, but to be expected for the flavor I chose. My husband has a gluten allergy and had a question about the egg bites. The employee was unsure but grabbed the box for my husband to read the ingredient list. We took our coffees outside and the ducks and geese curiously checked us out and hung around. It was a fun extra with the geese and ducks and pretty mountain views.

    Monica L.

    Even though we had to stand in line for about 30 minutes to an hour, it was worth it!! I will always appreciate a place that offers a gluten-free options and substitutions. For some reason, the stuff that works here, they are all cool as cucumbers. It may sound cliché, but this is a cult classic

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    Coffee was below average, but fantastic vibes. Little duck pond and river out back makes it a great place to bring kids/family.

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    Ask the Community - Coffee on the Rocks

    Are there vegan food options? Are there milk alternatives?

    I'm not sure about the vegan options- they have quite a few baked goods in the store that rotate daily so it's worth calling and asking. Their regular menu is posted online, but most if not all have eggs (scrambles, burritos,etc). They do have milk… 

    Do they allow dogs in the outside area?

    We’ve been there a couple of times and we’ve seen dogs around so I think it’s fine. It’s a fantastic place very special enjoy

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    Raven's Roast Coffee Lounge

    Raven's Roast Coffee Lounge

    4.6(126 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    Raven's Roast was a great stop for coffee while exploring Estes Park. Our drinks came out quickly,…read moreand the prices were very reasonable. I ordered a decaf banana cream latte, which had great flavor, and my husband enjoyed the cold brew. Both drinks were excellent and exactly what we needed to start the day. The staff was friendly, and we appreciated that they have outdoor seating where you can enjoy your coffee with your dog. It's always nice finding places that make it easy to bring your pet along. If you're looking for a quick, affordable coffee stop with good drinks, friendly service, and pet-friendly outdoor seating, Raven's Roast is definitely worth a visit.

    Raven's Roast has become one of my go tos for coffee. I'm usually a plain latte person, but I like…read morethat they have more flavors than you can think of if you're in the mood to switch it up. They also have a really impressive variety beyond coffee, all kinds of teas (white, green, oolong, black), smoothies, Italian sodas, fresh lemonade, plus cookies and other baked stuff. It's a great option if you're with non-coffee drinkers. This weekend I went with a friend who doesn't drink coffee soI got my usual post-hike latte but she got a smoothie she loved so much she went back again the next day after our hike to get another one. The staff is friendly and the space is cute with eclectic, fun decor. During winter visits, we always try to grab the two sofa seats by the fireplace since it's such a cozy spot.

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    Raven's Roast Coffee Lounge - Clean bathrooms (for customers only)!

    Clean bathrooms (for customers only)!

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    Raven's Roast Coffee Lounge

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    The Bird's Nest

    4.1(141 reviews)
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    What happens when you combine the passions and expertise of two established restauranteurs into a…read morenew and exciting venture? You get the new and improved "Bird's Nest." We were fortunate enough to attend the "soft opening" for brunch today and all I can say is WOW! Prior to this John put his heart and soul into Bird & Jim (across the street) while Rob ran the top restaurant in Estes Park (Seasoned Bistro). The Bird's Nest (which operates seven days a week) will now offer brunch Thurs-Sunday. Our experience was delightful and delicious. Some of the old favorites from Seasoned are back along with some new tasty dishes. The views from the second story are as stunning as anything you will see in Estes Park. There is nothing like this in Estes Park so put it at the top of your list of things to do in Estes.

    I wanted to do 3.5 yet again, I hate that there are not half stars. It's mostly a 4 but more of a…read more3.5 because we were annoyed we couldn't sit upstairs. It's only open when they have brunch and they didn't have brunch when we were there. But not sure why the area isn't open for seating. It was pretty packed. Anyways. The food was good. The beef breakfast burritos were delicious. We also got an almond croissant that was yummy. The coffees were both really good. I got the woodpecker and my husband got the evergreen.

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    The Bird's Nest - Perfect pair.  Almond croissant and Oso house blend.

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    The Bird's Nest - Upstairs seating area, so nice!

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    Rocky Mountain SereniTea - SereniTea - a view from the tea room.

    Rocky Mountain SereniTea

    5.0(19 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Charming tea room new to Estes Park, Co. Make your reservation on Open Door (a requirement) and…read morebring your fav book or bestie for some serious catch-up chatter over yummy English-Style afternoon tea and delectable (very British word) snacks and treats. I had this for lunch and loved it! I loved that I was given suggestions for tea options that would pair well with the pre-selected finger food offerings. I also loved the traditional tea service pieces, music, and traditional finger foods. Having been to English tea at a world renowned spot just a hop away from Buckingham Palace, I felt this had enough similarities to call it a "Proper English Tea" ....and a little gem at the edge of Rocky Mountain National Park. My favorites- curry chicken sandwich, scone, clotted cream, carrot cake Petite fours and the apple spice muffin- lovely! Service started a little slow at the start-but tea is that way (except at the spot "a hop from Buckingham Palace" -they serve a lot of people every afternoon) this was much more relaxing and less rushed. I liked that! I would suggest a traditional current jam with more tartness, a little more cream cheese on the cucumber sandwiches and uber-tiny salt and pepper shakers on the table. Oh- and a bold large scale floral wallpaper on the walls in the bathrooms! Other than that-this experience was perfect!!! Some tea selections are avail for purchase here but, when you go to their sister-store The Tea Room- you can select to your heart's desire! Darling Tea sets, many tea options are available at The Tea Room, and every accessory in order to have your own tea party tonight! OH! Check out the bathroom pic-when was the last time you saw a soap and towel dispenser like these? Elementary school? LOVED IT - Happy Retro!

    This place is my favorite tea spot and I will never buy tea from anywhere else! The Tea taste…read moreamazing and to know it's local make it so much better! The service was amazing and very knowledgeable and helped me pick the exact tea I was craving! Such a cute shop and feels very homie and vibrant!

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    Rocky Mountain SereniTea - Lovely light and views from each table! Charming!

    Lovely light and views from each table! Charming!

    Rocky Mountain SereniTea - Absolutely brings joy to my heart to see this lovely set up!! Yum!

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    Absolutely brings joy to my heart to see this lovely set up!! Yum!

    Rock Cut Brewing Company - Outdoor seatings with live music and food truck

    Rock Cut Brewing Company

    4.7(357 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    What a lovely and welcoming place. Loved this bar when we visited Estes Park.. We were visiting…read morefrom England (and like all English people , we love a good pub). Rock Cut was our go to. The staff were so friendly and helpful and the beer was great (Galactic IPA for the Boyf and Canyon Crusher for me). We will be back.

    The beer was so nice I ordered the same one twice!…read more I put in 20 miles hiking Rocky Mountain National Park in a day a half. I slept about 4 hours the night before to make it early for sunrise. To say that a few tasty beers were what the doctor ordered would be the understatement of the century! None of this matters, of course, to the good folks at Rocky Cut Brewing Company. This is off the main drag of Estes in an unassuming strip plaza. Humble vibes inside, a simple U-shaped bar top with seating all around, a few smaller tables, a community table, and a large patio with mostly picnic table seating. If you're lucky, snag a stool right along the Big Thompson River! Though, I recommend they fix the wooden placeholders for beers, they're leaning on the wrong side of history, we don't want any full glasses of beer reaching an unnecessary demise! Interference IPA * American IPA * 6.7% * 16oz ($7) From their website: "Climbing the Interference Boulder in Rocky Mountain National Park requires strength and power. This Colorado IPA showcases the power of hops with an intense blend forging citrus aromas with a pine forward finish. Featured ingredients: Cascade, El Dorado, Mosaic, Chinook, & Simcoe hops * Recommended adventure: hiking Black Lake, climbing the Twin Owls, skiing upper Hidden Valley." A perfectly apt description. I would summarize this beer just as they did, focusing on hops, citrus, and pine. Absolutely delicious, a memorable IPA in recent memory. I liked it so much I ordered it again and it tasted just as delicious the second time down! They also had a food truck outside, so safe to assume they do this often. Would love to try more of their beers during my next visit. Rock Cut, I see you!

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    Front

    Rock Cut Brewing Company - Two GABG medals, not bad

    Two GABG medals, not bad

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    Notchtop - Polish bfast

    Notchtop

    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    •$$

    Notchtop came highly recommended by locals. We made two visits during our vacation. The first was a…read morequick order to go. We took it with us to our day at Rocky Mountain National Park. We shared the Breakfast Croissant as it was large enough to split. The staff was very friendly and eager to take our to-go order. Know that this restaurant has a great bakery selection, espresso bar, alchohol and serves many breakfast and lunch options. The inside has a rustic charm with clean restrooms for customers. There is plenty of parking and a large seating area in both the bar and the main restaurant. On our second visit we had time for a proper sit down breakfast. Edith was our server and she was delightful. We ordered coffee, cappuccino, build your own omelette, and eggs benedict. The cappuccino was perfect. Edith kept the coffe cup full and served us waters. The BYO Omelette was large and served with home fried potatoes and sourdough toast. Too much to eat! The eggs benedict was wonderful and I loved the hollandaise sauce as well as the tasty ham. It too came with home fried potatoes. If your a local, you are lucky to make this a regular eating spot. If you are a traveler, make sure you stop by and give them a try.

    Came here to Notchtop in Estes Park on a Friday afternoon while we were visiting Rocky Mountain…read moreNational Park. We had just finished hiking a couple of miles around Bear Lake at roughly 10,000 feet, so by the time we arrived around 2 PM, we were pretty exhausted and definitely hungry. I ordered the Rocky Mountain Trout & Eggs for $18.69, which came with fresh Rocky Mountain trout, two eggs any style, home-fried potatoes, and toast. I got my eggs over medium. The trout tasted fresh, but overall I found the dish pretty bland and just kind of meh. There were also quite a few bones in the fish, which made it a little annoying to eat. I'd probably give the dish itself a generous 3/5. It was definitely filling, though. Between the whole trout, two eggs, fried potatoes, and toast, it was a lot of food after the hike. Others at the table ordered the Harvest Panini with turkey, bacon, sliced apples, honey, cheddar, sourdough, and sweet potato fries, as well as what I believe was the Castle Rock Chicken Sandwich with chicken, lettuce, tomato, pesto mayo, avocado, bacon, and provolone on a brioche bun. One person didn't eat avocado, so I was the lucky winner there. I didn't really get a chance to try the other dishes beyond a few sweet potato fries because I was busy working through my own meal. We originally sat outside on the patio, but it started raining, so we moved inside. Unfortunately, once we were indoors, there were quite a few flies around us and our food, which was pretty distracting and definitely brought the experience down a bit. Overall, Notchtop did hit the spot after a tiring hike, and the food seemed fresh and hearty, but my trout dish itself was only okay and the flies inside were a noticeable negative. Apparently, the restaurant is named after Notchtop Mountain in Rocky Mountain National Park, which is a pretty fitting name for a place in Estes Park. I'd still consider coming back if I were in Estes Park or visiting RMNP again, but I'd probably try something different next time. Last visited: September 25, 2026

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    Notchtop - Corned beef hash

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