Mountain Brew
12373 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA
Crema's Take
“Mountain Brew is a cozy Truckee pitstop that delivers genuinely good coffee to weary travelers and local families alike, with the kind of no-nonsense espresso and creative drinks that feel like a small rebellion against mediocre mountain-town caffeine. The vibe is refreshingly low-key—think comfortable, unhurried, and conveniently located off I-80 with plenty of parking—making it an ideal spot to linger over an Arnold Palmer or grab a real cup of coffee before heading back to the slopes or campground. Fair pricing and a family-friendly atmosphere round out an experience that locals and visitors clearly appreciate as a reliable escape from the generic.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
We ordered 1. Egg and cheese burrito and 2. Chorizo and egg burritos. They were delicious. They were so big we could have split it but we wrapped the other halves up for a post hike meal. We tried the 1. Mountain blend and 2. House blend both coffees were superb. The mountain…
I got the burrito bowl. $4 to add veggies and $3 to add bacon and i got this (the add on charges were not listed on the menu) also charged extra for salsa. potatoes were under cooked, overall pretty disappointed and shocked to spend $20 on something originally priced at $10. I…
My wife and I came in for lunch after my daughter's race at Sugarbowl. We had some time to kill so we ordered multiple things to share and took our time eating. We both got the Arnold Palmer and they were delicious. We started with the Charcuterie board, brie, apple slices,…
Cozy with coffee shop vibes but no music playing 🤷♀️ It is in an easy location to get to off I80 and has a good amount of parking which can be hard to find in Truckee. Good offerings at a fair price. They support other small businesses by selling their wares too!
Very lovely looking shop. Amazing and prompt service. Croissanwich was disgusting. Eggs were very undercooked. No seasoning. As bland as it gets. Also had the meatloaf sandwich. Didn't get any sauce with it even though it was recommended.... The sauce wouldn't have saved it.…
If you’re camping nearby 🏕️ and desperately need a real cup of coffee that doesn’t taste like it’s been filtered through a sock 🧦, Mountain Brew is your salvation 🙌. The Highlights 🌟: • Coffee game = elite ☕🔥 – Smooth, flavorful, and strong enough to make you forgive…
Crema Reviews
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