We LOVE THIS PLACE! It's way off the beaten track, but so well worth the beautiful drive. Owners…read moreand staff are the best, the food is farm to table fresh and NEVER DISAPPOINTS! The prices are well worth the freshest food possible. Amazing home cooked feel as well as dining area. The once a week Friday dinners are just as good. Make sure you call in advance to make sure they are open and ENJOY!!!!!!! They have a spectacular collection of home made soaps, lotions, and other Knick knacks as well as fun antique items for sale too!

The food is SUPER expensive. My husband, my son and I went to get Tacos and we paid over $100.00…read moreabsolutely ridiculous. They do sell other things that are reasonably priced like oils and soaps.

I've stopped in here for lunch on several occasions and find the food to be delicious and healthy…read more There's always something new on the menu and what I like best is that the desserts are often created by the adults who participate in this outstanding program directed by Wellspring. Darwin's chocolate mousse a few months ago was an impressive dessert! It appears everyone is very well trained before they step out into the "front of the house." I've never had any issues with the food or the service. This café is nestled among the shops in the Emporium which makes it a fantastic location! If you find yourself in Castlerock and would like to be pampered by some very dedicated and kind folks... Stop in to the best buddies café! They also have fantastic dog treats!

This place is so great. The food is great, but the staff is what really makes this place shine…read more Proof that every soul has something to offer this world, Best Buddies makes it a mission showcase the light that shines brightly within their staff. I don't have a better description than theirs: empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Love this place, love the people, love the mission!

What a cute shop! We've been coming to Palmer Lake for years to a restaurant a couple blocks North…read moreof here for years and never knew about this place and I've seriously been missing out. Gotta sweet fix... this is your stop!!! Ice cream, fudge, truffles, old time candies they have everything. So many people had sandwiches as well and if you check out their menu you cannot beat these prices! Also not that a single scoop is a lie, be prepared for like 3! And seriously who has peppermint ice-cream in stock in the summer?! The staff is super friendly and I cannot wait to go back.

This is a perfect side of the road goodie shop in a small town. They have a super cute gift shop in…read morethe back. I got a chocolate dipped sugar cone with half chocolate and half cappuccino ice cream. HOLY AWESOME!!! I also picked up a bag of cheese and carmel popcorn and a moon pie. Heck yeah!!!! Love this place!

I felt truly lucky to have stumbled upon this small donut shop in a small and yet tight-nit…read morecommunity of Elizabeth earlier today. This is why Yelping whenever I can has been a huge part of my life and I am proud to say so (LOL!!) The time was almost 12:30pm. When I stepped into the store, I was greeted by a lady and her young son. "Sorry we are closed; we close at noon." Is what the young mom to me. At that point, I almost collapsed to the ground. It (the donut shop) was my last resort because the coffee shop down the same street closed their business permanently for good which I had learned just 5 minutes before I went to this donut shop hoping to grab a high noon coffee. "I didn't need any donut; I just needed coffee" was exactly what I said to her and this kind lady said she could sell prebatched cold brew in individual jars if that would be OK with me. OMG! What a kind gesture is what I thought so without hesitation, I said my loud yes to her. She said she had unsweetened one and lightly sweetened one. After giving it a thought, I went with the unsweetened one as she said she had sweet cream and non-sweet cream in her mini fridge. Those individual jars of cold brew are $5.69. Not bad! The store inside is quaint. Although no food (donut wise) was available for purchase as I was there after the end of their normal business hours, I could only imagine how much this cute little shop would look with its adorable-ness when they had their full shebang of food items. I could see myself sitting in one of the tables/chairs enjoying a nice hot coffee and some delicious donut bites right by the window. I will have to make a point to visit it during their peak hours of their operation to fully enjoy their service. My big thanks go to the nice lady and her son for being so generous by allowing me to purchase the cold brew 30 minutes after their closing time. They truly saved me from being collapsing to the floor.

The service and fresh hot donuts here were amazing. We recently moved to the area and I wanted to…read moretreat my kids. They loved being able to watch the donuts being made and to choose their toppings. I didn't mind devouring a warm cinnamon sugar donut myself. Coffee from Crowfeet has the potential to be great too. It was on the weak side for my taste, but maybe that was just me since I know the beans are top notch. We have already been back twice more - HIGHLY recommend. Great little patio out front too.

I always enjoy a visit to Teaology, so I had to update my review to note they are still killing it!…read moreA home run every time. Tea lattes and matcha, both hot and cold options. My personal fave and rec: Oh Canada - hot! (Cold is ok, but hot is superior! I can really taste the blueberry more) but everything is wonderful! Try some of their baked goods or their lunches. Very reasonable prices. They also sell their teas by the bag!! The staff is ALWAYS incredibly welcoming and kind. It's not crowded, though it sits so conveniently in Castle Rock's downtown. There's outdoor and indoor seating, and even a little event venue you can rent! Steampunk decor is very fun and unique. Everything is always spotless clean. Overall, 100/10 - would highly recommend, even if you're not a tea connoisseur! I will definitely return.

My husband has become a tea snob, so after walking the shops in downtown Castle Rock, we popped in…read morefor a look and drink. It was definitely a fun experience! STAR #1: Location is prime, parking is decent and the space itself is cool. Seating is both indoor and outdoor (via huge tent) and vibes are on point. Decked out in a steampunk theme, the space screams cool, interesting, and is a talking piece in itself. So fun! STAR #2: Inventory is insane, ample and so fun to seek out, smell and sample! Upon entry, is a welcoming shelf filled with different teas! We sniffed our way through, asking questions to the staff and they were so welcoming and friendly! STAR #3: The drink menu is fun - allowing for all kinds of hot and iced beverages and unique! My husband opted for a hot orange tea - with just the right amount of sweetness. I landed on an iced peach tea latte, with fresh peach puree and YUM! so refreshing and delicious! STAR #4: Prices are on point for the quality and quantity! Locally made items are for sale and definitely a fun way to shop local! I know we'll return!

This place is truly special--the kind that quietly tugs at your heartstrings. While the rustic,…read morecharming ambiance and delicious food set the stage, it's the people who make it unforgettable. This place shines because of its staff, and its mission is beautifully lived out every day: empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Every interaction is a reminder that everyone has something meaningful to contribute, and Castle Rock Collective exists to make sure that light is seen. I love this place, I love the people, and I wholeheartedly love the mission.

What an amazing organization supporting adults with disabilities!…read more Each person in your group fills out a sticker with their order--every coffee detail you could want is listed. It's such a smart and creative system that makes the ordering process easy, inclusive, and empowering for the staff. I love how this coffee shop thinks outside the box to create opportunities for others to work and thrive. The staff was more than sweet--they went out of their way to spark conversation and make sure we loved what we ordered. You can feel the joy and care in everything they do. Highly recommend supporting this special place!

I love this place!! Tasty, reasonably priced coffee and the NICEST service. Plus fun antiques to…read morebrowse.

Erika and Joe the owners of Dancing Jaguar coffee in Kiowa is amazing Erika's father has a coffee…read morefarm in Honduras. Erika has the coffee beans shipped here and then her husband Joe roast's it in Kiowa. They are located in the 40 Mile feed parking lot. There they have there food truck. They have just also recently opened their other location in Elbert @ Cowgirls Heart boutique! You need to come check them out at either location and you are always treated like family and always welcomed with a smile and great positive attitude to make your day even better!! You should really make it a point to stop by and have Erika tell you about her father's coffee farm and the process it takes to make great coffee! Please know that the Kiowa location is not CLOSING!! They are expanding to Elbert so they serve their community as well!! I can promise you that you will not be disappointed!!

The kids that work here are fast, friendly and enthusiastic! Not to mention, super yummy cookies!read more

Service is fine, store is cute but after 4-5 times trying these VERY expensive cookies I'm not sure…read moreI see the appeal.