5 Best Coffee Shops in Downtown, Fort Collins CO
Updated 11 October 2026 · 11 cafes in Downtown, Fort Collins CO considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five coffee shops in Downtown Fort Collins, Colorado, for anyone who wants espresso, cold brew, smoothies or a place to sit for a while. The list is ranked by weighted Google rating, and 11 qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry gives the address, listed hours, accessibility details and themes that reviewers mention. Venues are described as Google categorizes them. The order reflects public ratings and review volume only.
#1
Roast Coffee Shop
★ 4.9 (165 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Roast Coffee Shop, at 505 S Mason St Suite 100, carries a 4.9 rating from 165 reviews. Hours run 7 am to 3 pm on weekdays and 7 am to 2 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention a salted caramel pistachio cold brew with a sweet and salty finish, straight espresso and macchiatos, and a relaxed room with fun decor. Staff are called knowledgeable and personable. Google lists wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating and toilet.
Best for: Cold brew and espresso drinks
- Address
- 505 S Mason St #100, Fort Collins, CO 80521, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–3 pm; Mon 7 am–3 pm; Sat 7 am–2 pm; Sun 7 am–2 pm; Thu 7 am–3 pm; Tue 7 am–3 pm; Wed 7 am–3 pm
#2
Lima Coffee Roasters - Old Town Coffee Shop
★ 4.7 (529 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Lima Coffee Roasters' Old Town shop, at 302 S College Ave Suite 130, is open daily from 7 am to 6 pm and rated 4.7 from 529 reviews. Reviewers describe a drip menu in light and medium roasts, a pour over option and a range of seasonal specialty drinks. The space is described as clean, modern and easy to spend time in. Google lists wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating and toilet.
Best for: Seasonal specialty drinks and drip coffee
- Address
- 302 S College Ave Ste 130, Fort Collins, CO 80524, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–6 pm
#3
HARBINGER COFFEE
★ 4.7 (454 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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HARBINGER COFFEE, at 236 S College Ave, is listed as open daily from 7 am to 4 pm and rated 4.7 from 454 reviews. Reviewers mention friendly baristas, excellent drinks and oatmeal raisin cookies. One reviewer says the largest size is 16 ounces. Outdoor tables and an inside room get praise. Google lists wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating and toilet.
Best for: Cookies and a quick coffee stop
- Address
- 236 S College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80524, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–4 pm
#4
Cuppy’s Coffee and Smoothies of Fort Collins
★ 4.7 (373 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Cuppy's Coffee and Smoothies of Fort Collins, at 353 W Drake Rd Suite 120, is rated 4.7 from 373 reviews. It is listed as open Monday to Friday from 7 am to 3 pm, Saturday from 8 am to 3 pm and Sunday from 8 am to 12 pm, with a price range of $1 to $10. Reviewers mention local artwork for sale, free Wi-Fi, cozy seating and a super berry smoothie with protein. Google lists takeaway, dine-in and laptop-friendly seating.
Best for: Laptop work and smoothies
- Address
- 353 W Drake Rd Ste 120, Fort Collins, CO 80526, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–3 pm; Mon 7 am–3 pm; Sat 8 am–3 pm; Sun 8 am–12 pm; Thu 7 am–3 pm; Tue 7 am–3 pm; Wed 7 am–3 pm
#5
The Fox Den: Low Waste Cafe & Roastery
★ 4.7 (352 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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The Fox Den: Low Waste Cafe & Roastery is at 1680 Laporte Ave and rated 4.7 from 352 reviews. Listed hours are 7 am to 5 pm most days, 7 am to 7 pm on Wednesday and 7 am to 9 pm on Thursday. Reviewers mention coffee roasted in house, drinks served in jars with no disposable cups, outdoor seating with a campfire, and matcha. Staff are described as very welcoming. Google lists wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating and toilet.
Best for: Zero-waste cups and house-roasted coffee
- Address
- 1680 Laporte Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80521, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 7 am–5 pm; Sat 7 am–5 pm; Sun 7 am–5 pm; Thu 7 am–9 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 11 cafes in Downtown, Fort Collins CO with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “Coffee shop”, ranked by weighted rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Roast Coffee Shop opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Roast Coffee Shop ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 165 reviews. Lima Coffee Roasters - Old Town Coffee Shop is second at 4.7 from 529 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Fort Collins CO are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is The Fox Den: Low Waste Cafe & Roastery, at 9 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Cuppy’s Coffee and Smoothies of Fort Collins $1–10. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Cuppy’s Coffee and Smoothies of Fort Collins.
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