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Best coffee shops in Boulder

Our guide to specialty coffee in Boulder: 5 verified shops, including Boxcar Coffee Roasters, OWL Coffee Roasters and OZO Coffee. Boulder has a deep bench of independent roasters, and most of the names that matter here roast their own beans in town. Expect single-origin pour-overs, careful espresso, and a crowd that takes the cup seriously.

5 verified shops · vetted, never pay-to-play

Verified means checked against our specialty criteria using each shop's own public information, not a visit. Last checked Jun 2026. How we choose

The Flatirons glowing at sunrise above Boulder
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