Bitter Bean Coffee Co.
1352 State St, St. George, UT
Crema's Take
“Bitter Bean Coffee Co. has earned its stellar reputation as a genuine gem in Southern Utah, with visitors consistently raving about the friendly, personable staff and exceptionally crafted specialty drinks that make the stop worthwhile, whether you're grabbing an affogato on a scorching desert day or passing through on your way to Zion. The drive-thru setup is spacious and efficient, and while their house coffee could use some refinement, the made-to-order pastries and light food paired with their creative specialty offerings create an experience that keeps locals and travelers coming back. This is the kind of place that inspires people to plan their routes around it, earning its near-perfect rating through genuine hospitality and quality that resonates far beyond what you'd typically expect from a small-town coffee shop.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Probably the best small coffee shop within 100 miles. We stop here often when passing through, and it never disappoints. I really hope people don’t take the “dustguffie” review seriously. He’s a local who got upset with the owner on Facebook a few weeks ago and left a spite review. Please give this place a fair chance once you see how good it truly is, be sure to leave your own honest review.
Drive thru has lots of space. Food is great and tasty, but I think the house coffee could be better . Relatively quick service considering they prepare the food when you order it. I stop at least once a month for the breakfast sandwich. Wish they had some vegetarian options for the filthy vegans.
We LOVE Bitter Bean Coffee Co! Discovered this coffee shop while on vacation and now wish we lived closer so we could enjoy their coffee more often. The staff is so friendly, the drinks are great and the food is amazing. Such a hidden gem!
They have phenomenal drinks here. My wife and I stop there every time we go by now to get a delicious treat. The ladies that work there are funny and personable! It was slow when we came through and we really loved chatting with them. Great drinks and great service!
We stayed nearby in an Airbnb for Zion National Park, which meant a need for caffeine when waking up early. I got an affogato in the evening which really hit the spot on a sleep deprived, 102°F day. Their ice cream scoops are very generous! There's also a variety of coffee, tea, ice cream, and some food options to choose from (see menu photo). Will definitely be coming back tomorrow for a bold coffee!