20 Amazing Coffee (and Tea) Shops
Wild Iris Coffee House (Prescott, Arizona)
This cute local coffee house is a refreshing change in a town populated with many big box chains. Located in Prescott’s charming cowboy themed downtown, Wild Iris is just steps away from famous Whiskey Row. Aside from wonderfully brewed drinks, Wild Iris excels in providing quality service.
There are lots of loose leaf tea options for the non-coffee drinker, along with the most delicious assortment of made-from-scratch pastries! Rococo Coffee Roasting is the source of beans and baristas are well trained in making quality espresso drinks. And don’t leave without trying the delicious homemade quiche: a perfect compliment to any great cup of coffee!
Whether lounging inside the historic building or outside on the cozy courtyard, Wild Iris is the perfect place to linger over your morning drink.
Location: 124 S Granite St, Prescott, AZ 86303
What’s nearby?: The beautiful Peavine National Recreational Trail, one of the few rail trails in Arizona. Great views of Granite Dells and Watson Lake!
Higher Grounds Coffee Shop (Pagosa Springs, Colorado)
Offering a cozy lounge area, delicious espresso drinks (Allegro coffee is used), and a local community feel, Higher Grounds is definitely your best bet for a relaxing coffee experience in Pagosa Springs. If you find yourself visiting Southwestern Colorado (and you should as the hiking and waterfalls are amazing!), I recommended taking a relaxing recovery break here before/after your adventures.
In addition to tasty drinks, you’ll find some nice treats on the food menu including 4 varieties of quiche (including gluten-free), homemade granola, and delicious breakfast burritos.
The casual setting, which includes cozy couches and cute knick knacks everywhere, makes it a great place to hangout and fuel up before setting off on your Pagosa adventure.
Location: Talisman Dr, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
What’s nearby?: Many gorgeous hiking trails including the gorgeous 1/2 uphill trek up to Treasure Falls, named as so after a local legend of buried treasure in the area.
*Unfortunately, I did not have my camera with me for these next 2! Hopefully, updating soon!
Wild Joe’s (Bozeman, Montana)
Wild Joe’s is hands down the best coffee/tea shop in Bozeman, along with one of the best I have ever visited. This cute little shop is located right in the middle of Bozeman’s charming downtown neighborhood. The 100+ year old building retains the classic old-time charm including the original wood floors.
Wild Joe’s offers the ultimate relaxing setting, from the comfy couches, to extra touches like board games and books. The attractive old-fashioned setting was inspired by the vintage coffee shops of New York’s Greenwich Village.
Beans are roasted by 2 small local Montana roasters: Red Bird and Little Red Wagon. They also offer almost any dairy-free milk you can think of, including goat, hemp, and coconut milk. Non coffee-drinkers will appreciate the extensive loose leaf tea list (over 50 options!) and a diverse selection of chai drinks.
Location: 18 West Main Street Bozeman, MT
What’s nearby?: Dozens of hiking trails in the warmer months, skiing at Bridger Bowl in winter, and strolling around the fantastic downtown shops year-round.
JoZoara Coffeehouse (Murfreesboro, Tennessee)
Update: Closed
This cozy little coffeehouse in Murfreesboro, a quiet little suburb just 40 min outside of Nashville, still stands as one of my all time favorites. Something about the cozy atmosphere and Southern friendliness just stands out to me still to this day. I always find myself going back whenever in the Nashville area.
The drinks are always perfectly brewed by smiling, friendly baristas.
Whether looking to get a little work done, or simply needing a refreshing break from the day, JoZoara is sure to please with its’ cozy atmosphere and delicious espresso drinks.
Great ambiance, good music, friendly service, and awesome drinks – what more can you ask for in a great coffee shop?
Location: 536 N Thompson Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
What’s nearby?: All the country honky tonk bars you can handle in downtown Nashville
What are some of your favorites? Be sure to stay tuned for Part 2 where I will highlight more amazing coffee shops across the country!
