Bald Guy Brew Blowing Rock
1116-2 Main St, Boone, NC
Crema's Take
“Bald Guy Brew is an espresso-focused spot in Boone where the coffee itself shines without unnecessary sweetness, and they've thoughtfully sourced local milk to elevate their lattes and specialty drinks. The vibe is genuinely welcoming—staff move with impressive speed even when slammed, and they're genuinely attentive to dietary needs like dairy-free options, making it a natural gathering place for families and friends alike. With both cozy indoor seating and outdoor space to take in the mountain town setting, it's the kind of place where you'll find carefully crafted pour overs and traditional espresso drinks that taste like the baristas actually care what goes in your cup.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Coffee and staff are excellent. Unfortunately, the atmosphere is a different story. A regular customer dominates the shop most mornings from opening until around 9:00 a.m. He speaks loudly enough that much of the café can hear his conversations, inserts himself into…
Probably some of the best coffee we have found in the area. We had Americano's and it was smooth and delicious. The shop is cute with indoor and outdoor seating. The staff was very friendly and everything was clean.
A great feature is that they have local milk for their drinks. Our family had two excellent lattes and a hot chocolate. There isn’t a ton of seating, but the staff was very friendly.
Visited during New Years Eve. The store was packed, but the service was super fast! The staff were all very kind. My friend is dairy free, and they had options for her to choose from: she ended up getting a chai tea latte. I ordered a peppermint hot chocolate which was very…
Coffee Shop No. 493 Bald Guy Brew Blowing Rock, NC April 9, 2025 I was instantly drawn to this shop because of their name. Bald Guy Brew! The logo might be one of my favorites of all the coffee shops I have visited. Sadly, my barista had hair 😉and there were no stickers. Not…
Very friendly staff and great prices. The coffee and hot chocolate were delicious. Plenty of seating inside and outside (at least during the off season). Great place to pop in if you're exploring downtown or before you hit the hiking trails.
Crema Reviews
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