Walt D.
Yelp
This delightful coffee shop in Downtown Raton New Mexico is a must-stop place to see!
The coffee selection is vast from the simple black coffee to something with all the fixings, creamers, sweeteners and flavors. In a simple to-go cup or blended into the dreamer's delight, there are SO many options!
Then, there's the food. Oh my goodness! The menu is not the biggest in the world, but what they have is delicious!
Okay, let's back it up. This shop used to be called Enchanted Grounds, but the owner had to change the name (some trademark ) issue. No big deal. We'll name it after the address!
Before you enter the shop, you know you're in for something classic, with old signs and memorabilia in the window. Once inside, wow! the "coffee bar" is a hand carved old wooden bar from Raton's early days, but it's been restored to complete glossy luster.
You're greeted right away by one of the many friendly, smiling faces behind the counter. You have to pause and just awe at all the coffee fixin's, syrups, and CHOICES to have. Again, YES, you can have just a regular cup of coffee.
Moving to the register, it's important to note that sure, while these folks take cash, they also take your favorite debit/credit card and even Apple Pay/Google/Samsung, etc. So, state of the art, but also able to handle old school. Best of both worlds! Order at the register and while you're patiently waiting, you can marvel at all the old photographs and memorabilia from Raton "back in the day."
Did I mention the food? Wow! Everything is made fresh, no pre-packaging. This means you'll have to wait a few minutes for it. No fast food here! (unless you want one of tasty pastries ). My wife have been here numerous times, trying out different sandwiches, paninis, and breakfasts. Never-ever have we been disappointed. Prices are reasonable, too.
You can take your food to-go, but you can also sit down in the restaurant. There's probably room for over thirty people, as it's pretty big-sized. The wonderful servers will bring the food out to you. They're happy to chit-chat.. so friendly! Or leave you be if you like the quiet.
I simply cannot gush ENOUGH about this wonderful spot. They're only open for breakfast and lunch. They don't have a drive-thru. However, there's plenty of parking, quick in and out (if that's what you need).
Great coffee, terrific food, and amazingly wonderful small-town service. I can't wait to go again!