Rusty Compass Coffeehouse

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The service was great and the coffee was okay. This was the only option open when I passed through but I must say it is not far from perfection for this small town. read more

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Grace B.

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I would give the rusty compass 1000 stars if I could. I visited Haines 2 years ago and have thought of my iced vanilla chai every single day since then. I have considered flying back to Haines just to get this chai again. I have told everyone I know to go to the rusty compass and get an iced vanilla chai. Truly yearning for this chai everyday for the last 2 years I cannot recommend this coffee shop enough anything you order here will be amazing. read more

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Lee R.

Thank you for your kind review and for letting people know about the…

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Patrick A.

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Cozy coffee shop and lunch spot. Nothing fancy, just good food and coffee. Worth checking out if you're looking for a quiet place to enjoy. Counter service and friendly staff. read more

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Lee R.

Thanks for stopping in and leaving a kind review! Please come in…

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Chuck A.

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Excellent spot for coffee drinks, sandwiches, and hanging out. Food was great, and the staff were super friendly!!, I'd recommend them to anybody visiting Haines! read more

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Lee R.

Thanks for stopping by our little shop in Alaska. Come again if you…

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Andrew H.

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Great coffee, but when we went to get food before Brewfest 2022...they were completely out of all food. C'mon y'all, put a sign on the door or something! Wish I could say more, but I really didn't get to experience much of this place. I hope they order/make/prep extra food for Brewfest 2023! read more

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Lee R.

Thank you for stopping by...honestly, we weren't sure how brewfest…

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Ryan O.

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Great little place with really awesome customer service! This place felt like it was the center of the town where everybody meets. Great views of the harbor it's right next door to a Hammer Museum. Drinks were made perfectly and tasted great as well. read more

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Fast S.

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Good coffee and excellent service. Good menu and tasty pastries. I love the mocha. Place is very neat and clean. read more

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Dene' M.

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Love this place. Great coffee and scones. Friendly and personable stuff. Every time I visit Haines it's a daily stop.

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Lee R.

Thank you for visiting our humble corner of Alaska! We look forward…

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Edward F.

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Worth stopping by! Nice coffee shop with friendly service on Main Street across from the First National Bank. In addition to coffee, espresso and sodas, they also have ice cream, burritos and other pastries. It was delightful to find such a place on a hot afternoon off the cruise ship. read more

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Lee R.

Thanks for stopping in and for your kind words!

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Megan D.

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Great coffee, tasty sandwiches and friendly service. We've come back day after day on our trip. Our kids enjoyed looking at the various maps to see where other customers have visited from and marking our city. read more

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C C.

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Iced chai latte vanilla, thumbs up. Spinach Florentine burrito, thumbs up. One gal behind counter was hustling and go-getter, the gal at register was meh about working. Hup to, Private! Overall 5 stars. (PS, no wifi - use the hot spot on your phone) read more

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Katherine T.

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5 years ago

Mid-May 2021: My hotel, which was lovely, didn't have breakfast, so we walked to Rusty Compass every day. I really enjoyed feeling immersed in Haines life and this was part of it. Most customers were locals who knew employees or other patrons. It's a small-ish place, so you can take in everything that's going on. We enjoyed their espresso drinks immensely and service was very friendly. The breakfast food menu isn't extensive, but we found the food hit the spot for adventuring in Haines. read more

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Lee R.

Katherine, thank you so much for visiting our little humble corner of…

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Bill U.

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Open early. Great service. Great food. Great coffee. Gluten free. Got off the ferry early and was fortunate to find this coffee shop opened at 6:00 AM. Not only that, they served the best bacon I've had in weeks, eggs, and a gluten free toast option as well. Thanks so much for a great start to a busy day. read more

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Lee R.

Thank you for visiting our humble place in Haines!

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Michael B.

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This is obviously a locals favorite and for good reason Good coffee, good food and friendly staff make for a pleasant experience The menu is simple but it works with enough variety for almost anyone I wouldn't hesitate to come here again read more

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Peter R.

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2 years ago

Be aware wifi is NOT available for customers. Lovely otherwise. Need 85 characters to post a review? Ok I'll keep typing

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Lee R.

It’s true…guess I forgot to update our offerings here on Yelp…we (as…

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Brian O.

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This morning, we went to the Rusty Compass for breakfast. My wife had the granola with yogurt and I had the chorizo burrito. We also shared a cinnamon roll. Everything was delicious. Service was excellent. read more

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Lindsay S.

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Really delicious coffee! Love that they have dairy free alternatives and everything tasted great. I did ask for an iced drink and it came out hot, which is not my preference, but it is what it is. I didn't ask to change it because of the amount of time it took to even get the drink. Be aware, if a lot of people are in town from a cruise, which we were, this place is BUSY! read more

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Talya B.

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Dirty chai was delicious, and extra points for their gluten free options (brownie, rice crispy treats, and bread though did not inquire about cross contamination). If it was warmer I would have tried their ice cream. read more

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Jamie N.

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Amazing coffee and knowledgeable baristas who are happy to recommend something new. We only had breakfast (burritos and grab and go sandwiches) but they were fantastic. Friendly atmosphere and yummy coffee! read more

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Justin S.

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A great little coffee shop. Good coffee and fantastic pastries! I shared a gigantic cinnamon roll with my family that was delicious. They also have free wi-fi with your purchase. Seating is more than adequate for a town of 2,000 people, but when another 1,400 tourists come to town off a cruise ship it gets cramped. read more

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Sandra Q.

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Very small cozy coffeehouse. Limited seating inside but there are a few tables and chairs outside too. Baristas are very friendly and know their coffee drinks! The baked goodies are excellent, freshly made and hard to resist. We didn't try, and had several scones before we left. There are also freshly baked muffins, cinnamon buns (huge) and cookies. We noticed other customers enjoying soup and/or sandwiches that looked good too. If you arrive by cruise ship this is the place to visit. The Rusty Compass is very convenient being near the dock and since Haines is quite small, it's right downtown. So when you finish your coffee you can shop! Most importantly, they offer free wifi... read more

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Jamirella C.

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Great little place. The Steamer's are my favorite. Hot milk with tea. I'm told the Dirty Chia is amazing. And the food is fresh and obviously cooked in house. Which is really refreshing. read more

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Lucia O.

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I went here 3 out of the 4 days I was in Haines (the other day, I tried the other coffeeshop/deli in town, and was sadly disappointed in the bitter coffee there, so quickly returned here!) The coffee is very good - they have a regular and dark roast, both very smooth, not at all bitter. They also have a small selection of breakfast/lunch items and pastries - the breakfast items are served all day, which is awesome. And the pastries are homemade and delicious. It's also a pleasant spot to do work/use wifi - mix of locals and tourists, and the staff is friendly to everyone. read more

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Daniel K.

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8 years ago

Ran into to town for a meeting and arrived early, so I decided to try out this place for a Mocha and snack. Not disappointed with either of my choices, got a Vente Mocha w/Hazelnut and a Huge Cinnamon Roll. The price was about what you would expect it to be for great coffee and food read more

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Jim G.

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I highly recommend the breakfast chorizo burrito. Really hit the spot. read more

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Lee R.

Thank you for your kind words!

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Lizz S.

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Not the first place I would choose to come for a relaxing cup of coffee. But a good grab and go cafe for anyone There are some great artistic gifts inside and it's no doubt a good place to grab a cup, maybe a sandwich or ice cream, take a look around and go. But it's not big enough or quiet enough to stick around and chill. The staff was super nice and welcoming and at least when I came in they had a nice little playlist going. read more

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Lee R.

Greetings! We are the new owners of the RC, and hope you'll check us…

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Dusty M.

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Delicious food, coffee, friendly folks, definitely be stopping in ever time I'm in Haines!

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Lee R.

Thank you for the kind words...we'll be looking forward to serving…

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Lexia J.

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They make the best blueberry muffins! They always have tasty baked goods that are made fresh everyday. Good place to hangout at when it's raining out. read more

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10 years ago

WiFi internet! Great coffee and friendly staff, cozy place to be, especially if you can't get cellular data service because of the cruise ship arrival. read more

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Rachel B.

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Excellent chill cafe. Had great veggie burrito and cinnamon roll, would highly recommend this place to others

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Lee R.

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Paige H.

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Yummy food, friendly staff, fast service, and a comfy atmosphere! I love their spiced chai ice cream shakes and the cran apple turkey sandwich! read more

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Barb D.

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Fabulous coffee, great breakfast sandwiches, wonderful atmosphere!! Highly recommend for a quick breakfast!!!

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Laura Q.

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My partner, a coffee snob, said it was the best coffee she'd had "in a while". Ambience was also sweet.

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More info about Rusty Compass Coffeehouse

116 Main St
Haines, AK 99827
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(907) 766-2770
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Hours

What time does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse open?

Rusty Compass Coffeehouse opens at 6:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse close?

Rusty Compass Coffeehouse closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Rusty Compass Coffeehouse closes at 12:00 PM on Saturday.Rusty Compass Coffeehouse is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 6:30 AM - 2:00 PMSat 6:30 AM - 12:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse take credit cards?

Yes, Rusty Compass Coffeehouse takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse have catering options?

Yes, Rusty Compass Coffeehouse does have catering options.

Does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse have a happy hour?

No, Rusty Compass Coffeehouse does not have a happy hour.

Does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse serve alcohol?

No, Rusty Compass Coffeehouse does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse allow dogs?

No, Rusty Compass Coffeehouse does not allow dogs.

Does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse have TVs?

No, Rusty Compass Coffeehouse does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse have outdoor seating?

Yes, Rusty Compass Coffeehouse has outdoor seating options.

Does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse have parking?

Yes, Rusty Compass Coffeehouse has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Rusty Compass Coffeehouse have free WiFi?

No, Rusty Compass Coffeehouse does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

The Rusty Compass Coffeehouse is specialty-coffee venue serving only the finest in espressos, cappuccinos, flat-whites, lattes, and mochas. The bakery specializes in fine pastries, bagels, cinnamon rolls and coffee cakes - all baked fresh daily. The Rusty Compass also serves freshly made breakfast burritos, paninis, and homemade soup.

History

Established in 2011.

The Rusty Compass first opened its doors in 2011 as a seasonal operation, but in 2017 there was a change ownership. The new owners have expanded the coffee beverage, breakfast and lunch menus, and have increased the space for seating inside, almost doubling the capacity.

Meet the Business Owner: Lee R.

Lee and Darcy moved to Haines in 2017 to pursue the Alaska lifestyle and to serve the people of Haines and passers-through with great coffee and great food. Lee has a background in teaching, guiding, and photography, and is thrilled to hear the stories of all those traveling through this little corner of Alaska.

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Review Highlights - Rusty Compass Coffeehouse

“We only had breakfast (burritos and grab and go sandwiches) but they were fantastic.”

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