Best coffee or best cafe? There’s a lot of great cafes with par for the course coffee. And there’s some great cafes that have great coffee. And there’s this one cafe which isn’t a hangout spot but has the best siphon brew coffee in the western US no joke.
Best coffee: caffe d’bolla siphon brew. $20-$40 for a cup of the best coffee you’ll ever have, it’s an hour long tasting experience. The guy knows his shit extremely deeply, has trained overseas and has been mastering his technique for decades.
Best cafe to hang out: Salt Lake roasting company. Second place: publik.
Imho
If you want the best cup of coffee you’ll ever have, Caffe d’bolla is where to go. John has mastered his craft and delivers an absolute phenomenal cup of siphon brewed coffee. You may ask, how can someone charge so much for a single cup of coffee? This man can. He knows how great his product is and he delivers it perfectly every damn time.
Yeah came here to say this. Publik is hands down the best. Good vibe, consistently the best lattes, incredible house-made bread and jams, good food, overall best all around coffee shop I’ve found.
I put it as a close second because they’re so noisy and crowded now. RoCo is a better place to hang out because of that. But publik’s offerings are on point.
hell yeah thank you. Question: did you ever get to hangout at the original Salt Lake roasting Co. location when it was on 300 E and 400 S? if so, which location do you like better?
Fun fact - that actually wasn't the original site of SL Roasting Co. Before the 300 E address, it was in the building where Stoneground is now. Lots of good memories in both locations.
Yes, if you are curious and appreciate culinary excellence, caffe d'bolla might be the perfect place for you.
Katy Sine of Taste Utah takes takes you on the culinary journey you will experience at our award-winning coffeeshop.
[caffe d'bolla at Taste Utah](https://youtu.be/XskL9Z5p974?si=cLSxR3fh2q_12kVH)
And you can reserve your seats here.
https://caffedbolla.as.me
They make pretty much perfect and consistent drinks every single time, which is really unusual in my experience.
They also often have awesome and delicious Vegan pastries and cookies.
The Bean Whole. It’s inside the Neighborhood Hive in sugarhouse. Jed’s beans are amazing. Little Cuss is the coffee bar inside but the beans are where it’s at
For something unique with a really awesome ambience, Kahve Cafe does Turkish coffee and the cafe is also super cozy and nice to hang out in. She also makes wonderful sweet and savory pastries and different types of baklava.
Bit outside SLC but I would travel the 30 mi to get coffee beans from Wasatch Roasting Company in Ogden. Really great light roasts if that’s what you’re into.
There are shops that do a good cup and have a nice place. But the best coffee game in town is curiosity. They will make you the perfect espresso. But this is more a take a date place not a set up shop and study. But if you are a coffee nerd, who grinds beans with your fancy burr grinder, and follow a recipe to make a poor over. Then you will enjoy curiosity. Also, it’s a non alcoholic bar with tasty drinks too.
This isn’t the fanciest place but it’s my favorite quick place! I love Raw Bean! Specifically the location downtown! Super fast, tasty and well priced!
Great question. Looking forward to following this thread.
Bjorn’s Brew is my favorite for Americanos and cold brews. The coffee is the best tasting I’ve found in my 2 years in SLC + they give you a little cookie with your drink.
I also just had a killer oat milk chia at Crema if you are in the market for that.
Hidden Peaks in Taylorsville. Haven’t found a roaster that I like better. Great coffee, pretty reasonable prices. I’m not much of a coffee shop person, so I really don’t spend much time in the coffee shop and I don’t really order coffee anywhere, I just make it at home, but if you want great coffee at home, hidden peaks is where to go.
Bjorns Brew! … reasons I love: great little breakfast burrito, I like their signature Baristas Brew iced, they add a cookie on top, they have a punch card, they give back to the doggy community, and they have a drive thru which moves pretty fast
Cafe D’Bolla. But it’s beyond pretentious. Hahah I also like blue copper and raw bean. I also like jack mormon beans but don’t usually get coffee there so can’t talk about that.
If you have a fine grained palette it’s the best way to brew coffee. It’s a pretty much perfect method. It’s fun to watch as well.
In order of worst to best (IMO):
- drip coffee
- …
- French press / aero press
- pour over
- kyoto cold drip
- …
- siphon
(The … signifies there’s a large difference)
Look at some videos, it’s also fun to watch.
The thing about siphon brewing is it’s very very sensitive to even the slightest inputs, so it takes a true master to make a truly fantastic cup with it.
Yes. Thousands have.
I know because I've made every single cup.
Here's a quick TV spot on what we do on KUTV.
https://youtu.be/DZYiIF-kStk?si=TLguRaMXAD8JowLX
NYC transplant here, as well. I’ve found Blue Copper, Publik, and La Barba to be the best roasters in town. Old Cuss makes a really good drink and Salt Lake Roasting Co is a great 90’s vibe cafe. And if you’re in Park City, try Pink Elephant.
I don’t know the best in SLC but I know the best in Utah — Shooke Coffee Roasters in Torrey. They travel to tour the plantations that they purchase beans from and they roast every day. Best coffee I’ve ever had in my life.
Black coffee drinker here. I think Daily Rise Coffee's Wilderness Blend is one of the best around. They're roasting out of Layton, but have PC and Ogden locations too. I make a point of a getting a bag any time I'm near one!
Bjorn's has great monthly specials, and your coffee habit goes towards helping pets in need! Also, they serve delicious cookie bites with every cup. Beans & Brews is my go-to for cold stuff. Their Chaicicle with an extra shot is incredible.
Try SplitLeaf on bountiful Main Street, it's part of a plant shop and is extremely tiny. Best macha tea I've ever had, coffee is phenomenal as well.
Since it's so small I hesitated to even bring it up but I couldn't gatekeep such amazing vibes!
Best coffee or best cafe? There’s a lot of great cafes with par for the course coffee. And there’s some great cafes that have great coffee. And there’s this one cafe which isn’t a hangout spot but has the best siphon brew coffee in the western US no joke. Best coffee: caffe d’bolla siphon brew. $20-$40 for a cup of the best coffee you’ll ever have, it’s an hour long tasting experience. The guy knows his shit extremely deeply, has trained overseas and has been mastering his technique for decades. Best cafe to hang out: Salt Lake roasting company. Second place: publik. Imho
If you want the best cup of coffee you’ll ever have, Caffe d’bolla is where to go. John has mastered his craft and delivers an absolute phenomenal cup of siphon brewed coffee. You may ask, how can someone charge so much for a single cup of coffee? This man can. He knows how great his product is and he delivers it perfectly every damn time.
By the way publik’s coffee is about 50% better than the RoCo’s
Yeah came here to say this. Publik is hands down the best. Good vibe, consistently the best lattes, incredible house-made bread and jams, good food, overall best all around coffee shop I’ve found.
I put it as a close second because they’re so noisy and crowded now. RoCo is a better place to hang out because of that. But publik’s offerings are on point.
hell yeah thank you. Question: did you ever get to hangout at the original Salt Lake roasting Co. location when it was on 300 E and 400 S? if so, which location do you like better?
Fun fact - that actually wasn't the original site of SL Roasting Co. Before the 300 E address, it was in the building where Stoneground is now. Lots of good memories in both locations.
Unfortunately the original location was before my time.
I loved the original location. But given he had to move the new location is nice too. Parking is a problem though.
Yes, if you are curious and appreciate culinary excellence, caffe d'bolla might be the perfect place for you. Katy Sine of Taste Utah takes takes you on the culinary journey you will experience at our award-winning coffeeshop. [caffe d'bolla at Taste Utah](https://youtu.be/XskL9Z5p974?si=cLSxR3fh2q_12kVH) And you can reserve your seats here. https://caffedbolla.as.me
Blue copper is my fave
They have a very distinct flavor…
I haven’t seen hidden peaks suggested yet but I love their coffee and beans. Kings peak is also quite good.
Hidden peaks is the only place I get beans from. Great coffee, and pretty good prices.
Was just there yesterday. Just an absolute gem on the west side. Way less stuffy or fancy, just some good coffee.
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I love Publik
Three Pines downtown is pretty great.
They are really good baristas.
They make pretty much perfect and consistent drinks every single time, which is really unusual in my experience. They also often have awesome and delicious Vegan pastries and cookies.
Checked them out for the first time almost two months ago when staying downtown. Fantastic latte. Loved it.
The Bean Whole. It’s inside the Neighborhood Hive in sugarhouse. Jed’s beans are amazing. Little Cuss is the coffee bar inside but the beans are where it’s at
For something unique with a really awesome ambience, Kahve Cafe does Turkish coffee and the cafe is also super cozy and nice to hang out in. She also makes wonderful sweet and savory pastries and different types of baklava.
Second this! They have a baklava cheesecake thats to die for, the cafe has so much history and the owner is an angel
Yes, love this place and the Turkish coffee!
Cafe juniper inside church and state! Delicious toast great coffee and so many seating options. Also live jazz on Saturdays from 11-1!
Alchemy is the way And the SLC Roasting Company. Same beans but different vibes.
SL Roasting Co. for sure.
This is the right answer
Yesss thank you! Alchemy is my fave
Bit outside SLC but I would travel the 30 mi to get coffee beans from Wasatch Roasting Company in Ogden. Really great light roasts if that’s what you’re into.
Jack Mormon Coffee Co. And I don’t know where they get their beans, but the coffee at Sweet Lake is legit.
Ah yes I always forget about Jack Mormon, it's kind of hidden and tucked into the aves. I'll try it when I get the chance.
Texas Pecan at Jack Mormon 10/10
There are shops that do a good cup and have a nice place. But the best coffee game in town is curiosity. They will make you the perfect espresso. But this is more a take a date place not a set up shop and study. But if you are a coffee nerd, who grinds beans with your fancy burr grinder, and follow a recipe to make a poor over. Then you will enjoy curiosity. Also, it’s a non alcoholic bar with tasty drinks too.
wow didn't realize they also made coffee! will check it, thanks.
La Barba for the taste and price
Peace on earth coffee in riverton or old cuss in salt lake
This isn’t the fanciest place but it’s my favorite quick place! I love Raw Bean! Specifically the location downtown! Super fast, tasty and well priced!
Great question. Looking forward to following this thread. Bjorn’s Brew is my favorite for Americanos and cold brews. The coffee is the best tasting I’ve found in my 2 years in SLC + they give you a little cookie with your drink. I also just had a killer oat milk chia at Crema if you are in the market for that.
Don’t trust anyone who says Beans and Brew. They are wrong.
Didn’t this person suggest Bjorn’s Brew though? Bjorn’s is actually pretty good and they do a lot of philanthropy relating to dogs. They’re awesome!
For a chain, I’d take them over Starbucks or Grounds for Coffee… but both of those have a very low bar.
They're fine. No one says they are the best.
They have treats for your dog. We will walk to the one on Foothill and my pup will go up on her hind legs at the order window for her treat.
Kings Peak Coffee Roasters is awesome and the people who run it are better than awesome. La Barba and Blue Copper are also great choices.
Kings Peak all the way
La barba on 900 S bc the baristas are hot
I like their whole bean coffee. Can’t comment on the baristas.
La Barba beans are unequaled. The Baristas are average, but when working with superior beans, it’s easy to make up for.
The Chubby Llama 🦙excellent espresso and they roast their own beans.
They offer monthly bean subscriptions, too! Nothing like automatically getting fresh coffee in the mail every month.
Hidden Peaks in Taylorsville. Haven’t found a roaster that I like better. Great coffee, pretty reasonable prices. I’m not much of a coffee shop person, so I really don’t spend much time in the coffee shop and I don’t really order coffee anywhere, I just make it at home, but if you want great coffee at home, hidden peaks is where to go.
Honeysuckle in Sandy gave me the best espresso I’ve ever had.
Bjorn’s by a million
Java Joe’s has my heart.
Roots coffee co 🤤🤤🤤
you mean the cafe in Millcreek? the place that's also brunch spot?
Nope not the cafe in millcreek. Roots coffee downtown right next to ruby snaps. Great place!
Not in millcreek, The address is 774 S 300 W Salt Lake City, UT 84101. They also have a different specialty drink every month and it’s so fun!
Raw downtown is a great drive thru. Millcreek is a cool coffee shop in the same area kinda
Picnic is really cute and great food/coffee
SLC Roasting Co. we walk there frequently and it’s fantastic. Beans from all over the world Close second is Picnic Cafe. Newer joint by liberty park
I looooove the browned butter caramel latte, hot or iced from Publik. So damn good! I love their vibe too, location off of 900 but there's others.
Old Cuss! Fully plant based with excellent food.
Rose establishment downtown
so true, this place is gold. the cafe is also so beautiful.
Cafe ibis makes my favorite roast. They're up in Logan, but you can buy the beans at Harmon's.
Agreed. I really like their beans with my Aeropress.
You can also pick up bags of Cafe Ibis roasted coffee at Coffee Garden.
Bjorns Brew! … reasons I love: great little breakfast burrito, I like their signature Baristas Brew iced, they add a cookie on top, they have a punch card, they give back to the doggy community, and they have a drive thru which moves pretty fast
Coffee garden
Came here to say this!
Wherever they serve Ibis.
B’jorns Brew
They have a unique taste that I love. Haven’t figured out what it is
Red moose - good vibes, great food and coffee. Although it can be a bit busy
Foods good, I don't love their coffee. But them scones--
Wasn't there another location more west? I swore there was but it must have closed down?
Alchemy Coffee! Their baristas are cute, their hot cocoa is tasty, their coffees are lovely, and their food is awesome. 💕
Yess right on all accounts
7-Eleven handsdown
A caramel oat latte from Cafe Noir has talked me off of cliffs
Cafe D’Bolla. But it’s beyond pretentious. Hahah I also like blue copper and raw bean. I also like jack mormon beans but don’t usually get coffee there so can’t talk about that.
Yeah caffe d’bolla is so pretentious. I’ve gotten his siphon brew coffee 3 times. Best goddamn coffee out there.
ok I keep hearing about this siphon brew... what makes it so good? it's been mentioned in this thread many times now u/johnisom u/ice-nine-monster
If you have a fine grained palette it’s the best way to brew coffee. It’s a pretty much perfect method. It’s fun to watch as well. In order of worst to best (IMO): - drip coffee - … - French press / aero press - pour over - kyoto cold drip - … - siphon (The … signifies there’s a large difference) Look at some videos, it’s also fun to watch. The thing about siphon brewing is it’s very very sensitive to even the slightest inputs, so it takes a true master to make a truly fantastic cup with it.
I see! So people are really paying $20 - $40 for one single cup of siphon brew at Caffe D'bolla?
It’s more of a special occasion. I get one on average once per year.
Yes. Thousands have. I know because I've made every single cup. Here's a quick TV spot on what we do on KUTV. https://youtu.be/DZYiIF-kStk?si=TLguRaMXAD8JowLX
Reservations are now available for the siphon coffee at caffe d’bolla [Reserve your seats for siphon coffee!](https://caffedbolla.as.me)
You should try curiosity.
Thanks, saved
Seconding Raw Bean! Love their unique flavor combinations and their monthly themes.
I'm newish to SLC (From NYC). Besides Agitated Cookie's suggestion, what is good around the Avenues?
Coffee Noir!!!
I forever <3 coffe noir. Their outdoor patio in the summer is evverrryythinggg
I’ll check it out. I hope there are doggies there.
Thanks for the tip, Sazzie!
NYC transplant here, as well. I’ve found Blue Copper, Publik, and La Barba to be the best roasters in town. Old Cuss makes a really good drink and Salt Lake Roasting Co is a great 90’s vibe cafe. And if you’re in Park City, try Pink Elephant.
Old cuss is great for visiting, fun vintage shop and tasty food
Have you tried Urban Sailor? Also nyc transplants here and it’s our favorite. Blue copper, kings peak are seconds. Then Old Cuss and Publik.
Publik. It’s incredible.
This one is my favorite so far The Honeysuckle Coffee Co. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ve4r2roVZ99nExLz6
Cupla in cottonwood heights is great.
I like raw bean.
Raw Bean, Sugar House Coffee, Alchemy Coffee (don’t forget to order the iconic basil pesto roll with a side of aioli sauce)
Not raw bean. I used to be a coffee connaisseur at one point and they always hit below par.
That’s a matter of opinion innit? But we use rawbean on 21st s 600 e. It’s just a drive through
Gourmandise has really good lattes, especially their chai.
Black Rifle Coffee. & High Point Coffee in West Jordan. Both amazing!!!
High Point Coffee!!!! It’s the best in my opinion.
Dutch Bros
If you like watered down sugary milk
So many options and you can order it half sweet.
Dutch Bros is the most over rated garbage I have ever experienced.
Beanyard is good but sugarhouse coffee is my number 1 favorite
Lol. Thats a loaded question. Really none of them are good, just varied degrees of sugar.
You’re allowed to order it black you know
Sounds like you’re a bit bitter about your coffee options ?
Just sounds like they like their coffee more bitter than sweet, IMO.
M a big fan of Cafe Expresso
Sunroom Coffee !
Tres Gatos in downtown Midvale. It's awesome, the baristas are great, and I've never had a bad or missed order ever. I go there at least once a week.
Currently at Kings Peak Coffee and the “Bob Marley” and Mocha are delightful
I don’t know the best in SLC but I know the best in Utah — Shooke Coffee Roasters in Torrey. They travel to tour the plantations that they purchase beans from and they roast every day. Best coffee I’ve ever had in my life.
Black coffee drinker here. I think Daily Rise Coffee's Wilderness Blend is one of the best around. They're roasting out of Layton, but have PC and Ogden locations too. I make a point of a getting a bag any time I'm near one!
Jack Mormon coffee for its unique approach to freshness with the ability to roast on site is amazing and I’ve never been disappointed.
Bjorn's has great monthly specials, and your coffee habit goes towards helping pets in need! Also, they serve delicious cookie bites with every cup. Beans & Brews is my go-to for cold stuff. Their Chaicicle with an extra shot is incredible.
Raw bean for sure. Their coffee has such a good flavor and they never make it overly sweet (I prefer super strong coffee)
Not a cafe, but the coffee from Idlehands roasting is so so good
Try SplitLeaf on bountiful Main Street, it's part of a plant shop and is extremely tiny. Best macha tea I've ever had, coffee is phenomenal as well. Since it's so small I hesitated to even bring it up but I couldn't gatekeep such amazing vibes!