Desert View Trading Post

Desert View Trading Post

★★★★4.2(84 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This is primarily a gift shop and convenience store with a Starbucks counter inside, making it a reliable pit stop for coffee and ice cream rather than a destination for specialty brews. The real draw here is the location near Desert View Watchtower—grab a dark roast and a waffle cone after hiking, and you'll appreciate the convenience more than the coffee quality. Skip it if you're a coffee snob, but it's genuinely handy if you're exploring the Grand Canyon's eastern rim and need a quick caffeine boost.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. Quick-grab spot. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.

PastriesFamily friendlyQuick grabParkingTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

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Kally Rivera
★★★★★3 months ago

I bought two little pigs with wings made out of wood, so cute. There was a VERY kind woman at the front desk that wrapped them so well, the fragile piggies made it all the way across the country in one piece in my purse on the airplane. She made sure to tell me how to safely…

Peter Huang (Pete)
★★★★★5 months ago

Was ordering a medium dark roast for my partner then the guy immediately gave me attitude about they are not a real Starbucks they don’t have everything a Starbucks offers they just have regular coffee. The attitude was so snobby I would have walked away if I didn’t really want…

A Z
★★★★★7 months ago

Nice shop with some knick knacks. They have a Starbucks in here, and they also have ice cream. It was about $5 for a small waffle cone which was actually quite filling. The ice cream wasn't overly sweet and tasted fresh. Great customer service. There's accessible entrance and…

BradandJen McCleary
★★★★★11 months ago

Desert View Trading Post is a great little stop—perfect for a cool treat after climbing the Watchtower! We grabbed some ice cream here after enjoying the incredible views, and it totally hit the spot. The shop itself has a fun, classic park vibe with plenty of snacks, drinks,…

Thomas B
★★★★★a year ago

This is another gift shop and convenience store within throwing distance of the market and deli store, which are both located near the Desert View Watch Tower. Like the marketplace store, this location sells a variety of park souvenirs, clothing, food, Native American goods,…

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