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    Pony Expresso

    4.6 (167 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Closed • 6:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Alexis M.

    Came to Pony Espresso while visiting Mariposa. I love that they're open early which is why I stopped here. It's a cute spot with a homey feeling inside, and plenty of seating. The barista was really friendly even with how early it was. I ordered an iced vanilla latte and it was good! Definitely a good spot to try if you're in Mariposa.

    Tiffany V.

    stopped here before we left mariposa and the coffee was super yummy, I ordered a iced vanilla latte w/ chocolate drizzle ! The coffee shop was also really cute and cozy especially on a rainy day. I like how they had a little library and card games to play.

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    Pony Expresso Coffee House is such a wonderful local gem in Mariposa! The coffee is excellent, the atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and the staff is incredibly friendly. You can really feel the small-town charm as soon as you walk in. It's a perfect place to grab a great cup of coffee and a bite to eat, whether you're a local or visiting on your way to Yosemite. Definitely worth stopping by -- highly recommend! Much better than Starbucks!!!!!

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    Megan Y.

    My friends and I stopped by here during a break during work on a Friday. We were just at the intersection of Highway 49 and 140 down the road, so it was an easy walk. The space looks so cozy and the lady at the counter was so nice. I got an iced tea and shared a chocolate chip cookie with my friends. The tea was good, not too special. The cookie was so special & huge!!! I did hear that they got purchased by the Coffee Shop across the intersection, but I'm not sure how that will go.

    Ordered an iced americano and it ended up being one of the best I've ever had!!! Friends got hazelnut latte and loved it! Also, get there early to get the fresh baked muffins.

    kortney s.

    A MUST stop if you are in Mariposa. Get the Banana bread and thank me later. It is the best banana bread and probably the best dessert I I have ever eaten. I wish I could have told Deb, the owner and baker. There are plenty of places to park and it is a quaint spot. Most places in the area are dog friendly and Pony Espresso has a patio area with a dog "hitching area." I will be going back my third time before I drive home to try the breakfast items including a frittata and breakfast burrito or sandwich. The coffee is good, with alternative milk options and endless flavors. I ordered half sweet and Kezzia was so sweet to make sure I enjoyed my drink. I unfortunately do not have a picture of the Banana bread because I ate it too quickly

    Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cake & Mocha Latte
    Cece L.

    Beautiful and chic coffee shop before heading to Yosemite! Coffee shop has many funny quotes posted around the store. Iced mocha latte was delicious and honorable mention for the Cinnamon Toast Crunch cake!

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    cami c.

    Visiting friends in Mariposa and this stop is a very expanded location for our coffee pilgrimage! And a welcome one at that! A cute, very clean, shop with lovely service. I ordered my typical almond milk latte. Then my husband asked if they had a signature latte and they mentioned brown sugar and cinnamon. Well, I had to change my order since that is my new fav flav from another shop on our pilgrimage. Hubby's drink came first, and after tasting it he asked me to taste--which he NEVER does. Said something didn't taste right. I tasted and said, yes, there is no sweetner/syrup. When my drink was ready I told the barista we didn't taste the flavors for brown sugar/cinnamon and she quickly flashed a smile, grabbed both drinks, and said "That's because I forgot that step!" lol! She added the syrups and we were on our way. Overall the drinks were good, but they have stiff competition from us because just the day before we visited afore mentioned shop in Martinez that used real brown sugar and cinnamon vs. syrups, hence the four stars-- which is still a great rating! We will be back on our next visits--gotta try the Boogie Beans!

    A delicious apple pastry
    Tamra Q.

    Headed to Yosemite and needed coffee At 6:30 am. Found a unique cute shop that serves breakfast sandwiches, pastries, lattes and coffee. Reasonably priced and everything was warm out of the oven. Will stop again

    Cappuccino - the milk was over steamed
    Afshin D.

    Service: 3/5 Store Ambience: 5/5 Store cleanliness: 5/5 Location: 4/5 Coffee:2/5 Overall: 3/5 We were looking for a quick coffee stop on our way back from Yosemite. We found this cute place right off of the highway and decided to try it out. Of course good Yelp reviews contributed to our decision as well. The store is very clean. The staff who took our order didn't speak a word other than telling us how much our order cost. They have some pastries in stock as well as merchs and they even sell their own roasted coffee. So my expectations were slightly high when I walked it. Especially given the fact that I know and understand coffee. In terms of coffee, it was very bitter (close to dark roast where usually good quality arabica coffee is not roasted to that level) and the worst part was the milk which was overheated (the temp was way over 160F). And lastly the foam to milk ratio in my cappuccino was off. So if this place was in a populated area or let say in San Francisco it would have been very disappointing. But given the location and everything else I give it a 3/5.

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    Great and friendly staff, homey old town vibes, coffee - recommend place for studying perfect place to find community and supportive people

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    9 months ago

    Yum, yum, yum!! Cute, clean little space. Really good peppermint white mocha coffee after a long drive.

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    Pre made food was a disappointment other wise it was ok. Nice ambiance and employees.

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    2 years ago

    Great local coffee place. Restrooms. Free wifi. Love the blended drinks. And right next to the High Country Health Food Store!

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    Love the local feel of this coffee shop. The coffee and baked goods are very good, especially love the cookies.

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    9 months ago

    the marshmallow hot chocolate was AMAZING!! i will be visiting here every time i'm in Mariposa !

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    Ty I'm so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!

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    Your kind review is much appreciated! Amy E

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    2 years ago

    Excellent coffee! Excellent service! Went on our way to Yosemite and had to stop again on our way out of town!

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    Best coffee in Mariposa, the Barista's are friendly and know what they are doing. The Pony Blast is very refreshing and a nice treat.

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    4 years ago

    My favorite coffee shop in town, of them. That is all you need to know. Thank you for starting our mornings off right!

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    THanks so much!

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    Excellent coffee. Service was a little slow due to low staff when we got there, but the coffee was well worth the wait.

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    The Coffee Shop - Entrance

    The Coffee Shop

    4.8(26 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    This was probably my #2 spot in Mariposa. The lady who owns it is so nice & I enjoyed reading the…read morenews story behind their opening. Their offerings are so affordable & they have so many options! Longest menu seen at a coffee shop. Basically, you can combine as many syrups as they have available. I feel like their portions are also very generous. Look at that giant smoothie & latte! They also have bagels and several baked goods for sale. I loved the blueberry muffin!

    The Coffee Shop is one of a few stand-alone coffee shops in the charming town of Mariposa. An…read moreafternoon caffeine pick-me-up was needed, so we stopped an hour before closing (6 PM). LOCATION It's hard to miss the avocado paint color from the road. But to assist in locating The Coffee Shop, it's next to the Mariposa Visitor's Center. There's a cute Free Library wedged in between both businesses. SERVICE The employee working was very welcoming and friendly. She informed us that cold brew was out for the day. I mean, how did she know? We ended up ordering iced lattes instead. INTERIOR Small and cozy coffee shop. The owner recently put up a world map for you to add a pin of where you're from. Fun and neat idea for a coffee shop, considering the town receives lots of tourism for Yosemite. ORDER * Iced White Chocolate Latte -- I ordered the latte with oat milk. It was okay. It has a good espresso flavor. I appreciated that the drink wasn't made overly sweet. The white chocolate is subtle. There are a ton of flavors for lattes, but all are syrup-based. * Iced Oat Latte -- My SO ordered this, and it did its job. Overall, The Coffee Shop has a wide selection of drinks, and its mission is to caffeinate you. Give this locally-owned shop a visit.

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    Cinnamon Roll Bakery and Cafe - Almond butter toast with bananas and chia seeds

    Cinnamon Roll Bakery and Cafe

    4.6(76 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    The Cinnamon roll was so delicious! It was crispy but fluffy and had the perfect sweet taste!…read moreService was also amazing, very kind! The coffee shop also has much space and seating very great place to also sit down with friends! Overall 10/10 I would go back!

    Cute breakfast spot with must-order cinnamon rolls!…read more I stopped by here with my husband on the way home from our Yosemite trip. We found parking across the street. Inside, you're greeted with the delicious smell of their cinnamon rolls and a bright, cozy atmosphere. Here's what we ordered: * Almond butter toast with bananas and chia seeds, $7.70 - I didn't try it, but my husband enjoyed it. He said it was filling and tasty. * Chia pudding, $9.60 - Loose texture but big serving. Not bad. Good if you're craving something lighter to eat for breakfast. * Smoothie, $7.70 - Tasted like it had real fruit, but tasted a little watered down. * The works cinnamon roll, $11.50 - So delicious! Fluffy, sweet, and served warm. * Acai bowl/smoothie bowl, $9.60 - Large bowl with a good amount of acai sorbet. I enjoyed it. * Black coffee, $2.90 - Perfect paired with the cinnamon roll. Was served hot but not too hot. * Orange almond pastry of the day, $3.90 - Not too sweet and had a nice orange touch, but wish it was more flaky like a scone. I found it a little dense. After tax and tip, we paid a total of $63.53. Although there were some parts of the food we ordered that we didn't enjoy, overall we did enjoy our meal. Service was very friendly and welcoming. Seating was comfortable and there was a nice clean bathroom in the back. Looking at the local art for sale was fun too. I would give a rating of 4.5 but rounded up to 5 stars. Highly recommend checking them out if you're in the area! Get the cinnamon roll!

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    Cinnamon Roll Bakery and Cafe - Lemonade and Matcha with honey sweetener : 10/10 Cinnamons with frosting + nuts: 10/10

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    1850 Restaurant

    1850 Restaurant

    4.1(867 reviews)
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    I loved this place. Coming here made dinner feel like part of the trip instead of just "grabbing…read morefood." It's a smaller spot, so expect a wait, but honestly the bar makes it easy to relax while you wait for a table. Everyone was very attentive and polite. When I stayed in Mariposa, I tried their special. A burger with shrimp and sweet potato fries. Definitely different, but it worked surprisingly well and tasted amazing. Also, you HAVE to try the local brews, so get the flight. This place honestly feels like Mariposa's little slice of fancy without trying too hard. I had dessert too, and I can't even remember what it was called... I just remember it was gooooooood.

    This place was recommended by a couple of locals we spoke with, so we decided to give it a try, and…read moreI'm glad we did! I had the Mist Trail, their local hazy brew, and it was honestly one of the best hazies I've had. It was crisp and had the citrus notes I always look for in a good hazy. I also had the 1850 Burger, which did not disappoint. It was cooked to a perfect medium, properly seasoned, and had a great balance of vegetables and a delicious sauce. I don't think it even had cheese, but it was so flavorful that I didn't miss it at all. Then there were the Ahi Nachos, which were on a whole different level. The raw ahi tuna was incredibly fresh, the fried wontons were perfectly crispy, and the sauce they drizzled over everything absolutely sealed the deal. This was easily one of the standout dishes of the meal. This isn't full table service, we ordered at the counter near the entrance, then found a table and waited for our food to be delivered. Everything came out quickly, and the staff continued to check on us throughout our visit. This would be a great spot no matter where it was located, but having a place like this in such a small town makes it stand out even more. Great food, great beer, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. I'd definitely love to come back here!

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    Pioneer Market & Pharmacy - Tesla charging stations in the parking lot

    Pioneer Market & Pharmacy

    3.5(96 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Customer service is non existent here. Employees were on the floor with two headphones in stocking…read more My family and I were in this store to buy necessities and we got carried away and spent over $200. We would have spent more, but the rude lady at the bakery was cleaning and didn't acknowledge any of us or even look up. We gave up on buying anything sweet after standing there trying to get her attention for 10 minutes since apparently they only clean floors here and don't actually help customers. This same lady put her hoodie on and left and ended up right in front of us in Amanda's line checking out. These two conversed then we walked up. We said hello, no response. She kept her head down the entire time and refused to make eye contact or acknowledge us. That's fine. We paid for our items, but looked back and an older non brown lady walked up and she was greeted and treated with decency. This Amanda is probably the rudest cashier I've come across and we have Walmarts in our town. Lol IYKYK She is the reason this store should have self checkout. Next time in Yosemite or Mariposa, we won't be giving this store anymore of our hard earned money.

    Amazing little Market in Mariposa. We got some margaritas mixes and some Patron…read more We also got some jalapeno and cheese summer sausage, some crackers, jalapeno bread from their bakery and a couple of buzz ball type drinks. Great deli section with made to order sandwiches, seafood, meats, liquor, a good craft beer selection and anything else you need including fruits and vegetables. Love this store!!

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