Are you looking for one of Golden, BC’s coffee shops? Start your day off right with a hot espresso or a latte to go.
If there’s one thing I know about living here in Golden, we love our coffee shops. Most are independently owned and operated, so there’s a unique twist on each cafe.
With so many options, you can sit down and stay awhile or take your coffee to go. Most places also offer breakfast-to-go options.
My family and I often venture out to a local coffee shop on a weekend morning. So you’re getting all the locals’ tips here!
We may not have a Starbucks, but we have many local coffee shops to choose from!
Independently owned Golden BC coffee shops
Bacchus Cafe (new location)
With coffee beans from the Banff Roasting Company, their coffee beverages are second to none. Golden, BC, also has excellent food options and baked goods to accompany your coffee.
With a recent change in management, backcountry chef Katie Mitzel, author of the Rocky Mountain Cooking cookbook (which you can buy at the bookstore), is the new culinary expert at the cafe.
The cafe is also surrounded by the bookstore’s used books, making it the perfect spot to enjoy coffee and read.
Bacchus Cafe | 504 9th Ave. N. Golden, BC (Downtown) | (250) 272-2076 | Mon to Sat: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Sundays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Bluebird Cafe
A local favourite, the Bluebird Cafe, is also en route to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort (going up the 9th Street way). They use Cafe Monte beans, which are roasted in nearby Calgary, AB.
Cafe owner Nicola Hollick was inspired by bluebird days in our mountain community and her experience in the hospitality industry.
Bluebird’s menu has lots of espresso beverages to choose from, as well as breakfast and lunch staples.
They also have on-the-go options, like a bag lunch and snacks, perfect for picking up on your way to your next adventure! If you are a larger group, they also have catering options.
bluebirdcafegolden.com | 802 9th. Street N., Golden, BC | (250) 439-0008 | Open 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Ethos Cafe
Ethos Cafe is one of Golden’s newest coffee shops. It’s right in the middle of the new OSO buildings on your way to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. It’s a hit with locals and tourists and features coffee beans from Rooftop Coffee Roasters in Fernie.
They also feature a small menu with highlights like the Breaky Roll, Avocado Toast, and there’s always a grilled cheese sandwich of some kind.
I’ve also loved checking out the new menu while enjoying coffee. It changes every six months, so check in the spring and fall to see what’s new.
You’ll want to visit this spot during slow times. It’s been a big hit and tends to be very busy.
They make their sourdough for the cafe, and you can buy a loaf to take home. It makes fantastic garlic bread!
Ethos Cafe prides itself on utilizing local ingredients as far as possible. The mushroom toast features mushrooms that are grown locally by Mushroom Will.
They’ve recently expanded to open a whole new bakery, offering a wide range of bread and sweet treats.
ethoscafe.ca | 612 7 St. N. Golden, BC | Open 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Bakery open 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Golden Bakery & Deli
For over 50 years, the local Dusevic family has been serving the residents and tourists out of the Golden Bakery & Deli.
When you’re looking for coffee in Golden, BC, this is one of the spots where the older generation of locals has their daily coffee—even at 6:00 a.m.!
In addition to serving Kicking Horse Coffee, roasted just down the valley in Invermere, they make all their bread and doughnuts from scratch daily!
Their new back patio, open on the Riverwalk, is a great spot to sit and relax with a good cup of coffee (and a donut). They also offer online ordering for pickup!
goldenbakery.ca | 415 9th Ave. N. Golden, BC (Downtown) | Monday – Saturday 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. / Sunday – Closed
The Handle Bar (located within Higher Ground)
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Located within Higher Ground Sports in downtown Golden, they also serve ice cream in the summer!
The Handle Bar | 501 9th Ave. N. Golden, BC (Downtown)
Jita’s Cafe
Jita’s Cafe is a cozy local cafe that offers a selection of treats to go with their coffees. They make the best pumpkin muffins and scones I’ve ever had. I don’t know what it is about them; maybe it’s because they’re so moist!
Serving delicious, fresh-baked goods daily (the most amazing muffins made from scratch!), breakfast to-go, daily soup, and curries and wraps for lunch.
Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or want to relax with friends over coffee or tea, Jita’s Cafe is the perfect place to enjoy your coffee.
Jita’s Cafe | 1007 11th Ave. S. Golden, BC | (250) 344-3660 | Open 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Papa Bear’s Kitchen
Papa Bear’s Kitchen in Golden, British Columbia, is another relative newcomer to the local coffee scene. It offers fresh baking and lunch specials.
Their breakfast sandwich is a favourite with the locals. They use Chronicle Coffee Beans, which are also roasted in Calgary, AB, and are available for purchase.
papabearskitchen.ca | 901 10th Ave S. Golden, BC | (250) 344-4838 | Open 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Whitetooth Bistro
Although not typically known as a coffee shop, the Whitetooth Bistro is a popular restaurant in the heart of downtown Golden.
Whitetooth uses Fratello Coffee Beans to make their cappuccino beverages, a long-time local favourite.
While it isn’t the first thought regarding take-out coffee in Golden, BC, they should not be forgotten. Whether you’re looking for an afternoon pick-me-up or a pairing with your brunch, their coffee and espresso beverage selection is excellent.
They’re open late, until 9:00 pm daily. So when all the other coffee shops in town are closed for the day, you can still get a great coffee here!
whitetoothbistro.com | 429 9th Ave N. Golden, BC | (250) 344-5120 | Open daily 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Double Black (at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort)
Located at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Double Black is right at the base of the gondola. You can grab a coffee as you head to the line. They generally have freshly baked pastries as well as breakfast to go.
Open seasonally; check their Facebook page for current opening hours.
They also serve Kicking Horse organic coffee beans roasted in Invermere, BC.
Double Black Cafe | 1549 Kicking Horse Trail #3 | (250) 344-2214 |
Local coffee roaster – North Bench Harvest
If brewing your own coffee at home is your thing, perhaps you would want to try Golden’s local coffee bean roaster, North Bench Harvest.
Want to try their coffee beans? They’re available at Eat Pure Mountain Market.
North Bench Harvest | Golden, BC
Fast food coffee (on the Trans-Canada Highway)
Sometimes, you’re in a pinch, and you need a coffee. I get that. Maybe it’s late at night or early in the morning, and the independent coffee shops are closed.
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons | 1020 Trans Canada Highway | (250) 344-2252
Tim Hortons | 1421 Trans Canada Highway | (250) 344-5525
McDonald’s
McDonald’s | 1301 Trans Canada Highway | (250) 344-4515
A&W
A&W | 1300 Trans Canada Highway | (250) 344-4784
FAQ’s
Does Golden, BC, have a Starbucks?
Golden, BC, has no Starbucks, but we have many excellent coffee shops!
Wrap Up:
There’s no doubt that Golden, BC, has many great coffee shops. No matter what day of the week or time of day, I know you’ll find a great coffee in Golden. The drinks are delicious, and the atmosphere in each coffee shop is unique and inviting. Whether you’re looking for a cozy spot to work or a bustling cafe to catch up with friends, Golden, BC coffee shops have something for everyone.
These charming coffee shops serve incredible espresso drinks crafted by skilled baristas. You can even take home a bag of freshly baked goodies to enjoy at home! Their pastries and baked goods are top-notch—I highly recommend trying their famous cinnamon buns.
Golden, BC also has an excellent selection of local bakeries.
