Java On Fourth

Not one to leave reviews… but the staff is not the friendliest. I placed an order online for a few drinks. Got one drink and then waited 20 minutes for my other drinks. It wasn’t until I asked the cashier about my other drinks. She proceeded to tell me you only ordered one and I showed her my online receipt that clearly stated 3 drinks. And she seemed bothered.

This place is obviously popular with a wealthier crowd. The coffee was good, but the food was disappointing. They didn’t get a single name right on the coffee or food orders, and one of our meals was made incorrectly. When someone in our group went to ask about fixing it, they actually ended up walking into the kitchen themselves to get it adjusted, which felt awkward and unprofessional. It’s a cute space for coffee and conversation, but there isn’t much room inside or outside, especially for a larger group. Overall, it’s fine for a quick coffee stop, but the food and organization could use improvement.

Delicious iced Thai coffee (latte with a bit of sweetened condensed milk). So good I came back the next day and had the same thing. Great atmosphere and very fast service!

Hi there, I grew up in Boise and have always been a loyal supporter of Java. Since moving to Ketchum about nine years ago, I’ve continued to visit your location here, but I wanted to share some constructive feedback based on my recent experiences. Each time I’ve visited the Ketchum location, it has taken over 20 minutes to receive my drink, even when the shop wasn’t busy. This morning was a similar experience — the person who took my order didn’t seem familiar with a Bowl of Soul, and the interaction felt a bit rushed and unfriendly. I also noticed that several customers who ordered after me received their drinks first. It seemed that some of the staff behind the counter weren’t staying engaged with drink preparation or customer service, even though there were orders waiting to be filled. I left a tip and paid nearly $7 for my coffee, so I just wanted to offer this feedback in hopes that it helps improve the overall service and consistency that Java is known for. Thank you for taking the time to read this — I truly appreciate the brand and hope to see the Ketchum location shine as much as the Boise stores do.

I went here twice while visiting Sun Valley and was not disappointed! Good coffee, especially oat milk cappuccinos and great pastries, including gluten free items from Three Peas GF bakery. The holiday muffin was cranberry orange and so freaking delicious. I also had the breakfast sandwich on a nice buttery croissant that was pretty good!

Cute place, great food. I wish we lived here. On our recent drive through the Sun Valley area, we came here two mornings in a row. Lots of delicious food options, and the Bowl of Soul is not to be missed.

One of my favorite spots in all of Sun Valley, but the coffee quality has gone down hill. Hope they can fix this and improve the quality of their products.

Want to like this place. Location is great. The coffee is fine. But the food is minimal effort… those are NOT Huevos Rancheros.

SOLID 4 star coffee shop. They are known for their SOL latte with whipped cream with cinnamon and sugar on it. Very nice touch! Don't forget to loyalty card to earn free drinks. It will set you back about $10, but worth it.

The drinks here are seriously good -- well-crafted, flavorful, and consistent every time. You can tell a lot of care goes into what they serve. There is a ton of variety on the menu too It does get pretty busy, especially during peak hours, but the staff handles it really well. They're quick, organized, and still manage to keep things friendly. The vibe is upbeat and energetic -- lots of movement, good music, and a fun atmosphere. Such a great place to start off your ski day. Definitely worth the visit -- just be ready for a bit of a crowd.

This place is super cute and seemed like the main coffee spot in town. It was very busy and there was a line out the door. Service was quick and we ordered and got our drinks/food with minimum wait! The lattes were not great in my opinion. The coconut mocha was super syrupy and our lattes were mainly milk. We also ordered a burrito and it didn't have a ton of flavor. Overall, I think this spot has great potential but could focus more on the quality of food and drinks!

Having gone here since 1992, let me tell the truth. The lattes and espresso are horrendous. They don't hand make the drink. They press a button and your latte is done in 2 seconds. No fresh crank, no fresh beans. 2 seconds. blow and go garbage, of course same elevated price. The founder would role in his grave. Eggs were the worst I've ever had. dry and no flavor. Sadly avoid.

The line is long . The pastries are just okay and the drinks are okay plus. There is better coffee down the street a ways.

Honestly- I'm on board with some of the other reviews. The food is ok, coffee was good, but the attitudes and customer service leave much to be desired. Sad that such a cute establishment could suffer because of poor staff attitudes. Update - went in to use the restroom as we were leaving and the angry lady with glasses was loudly complaining about customers she was clearly upset with IN FRONT of other customers. Nice behavior guys.

Great food, coffee and atmosphere. Highly recommend the confetti eggs, cinnamon toast and oatmeal.

The line is long but the coffee and food is worth it. Know what you are ordering when you get to the register because everyone behind you is waiting. Got that, Karen?

The young man that took our order was awesome. We ordered an Americano, house drip, and a cranberry scone, all were delicious. Loved the temperature of our coffee--nice and hot! Look forward to returning.

One of the best places In our town to enjoy coffee, breakfast, bakery goods, lunch sandwiches while chilling inside or outside. It has an awesome vibe and locals and visitors all love this spot. Enjoy!

Java on Fourth is a very busy establishment but their service is so fast and pleasant your meals arrive quicker than you would expect They are very pet and vegan friendly There are quite a few plant based options although they run out of baked goods quickly so you need to come early if you wish to get plant based baked goods.

I wish I had found Java On Fourth my first day in Sun Valley and not my last! It was a very busy spot, but the line moved quickly. And it didn't take long until my coffee was in hand. Shortly after breakfast was delivered to my table. The burrito my husband ordered was called the Macho burrito. It was proportionately filled and huge. The OJ was fresh squeezed and some of the best we have tasted. My scramble was clean, simple and delicious. We took two treats to go. Kitchen sink cookie and a apple turnover. The price was right and the service was impeccable. It is a crowded cafe, but there is plenty of seating. You just have to be patient and that's not hard when the outcome is a filling and delicious breakfast and great cup of coffee. Cheers!

Best spot for a quick coffee or breakfast! So many healthy and tasty breakfast options. Don't skip the Bowl of Soul, I have to get at least one every time I'm in town. Best local spot!

Cute place! We got the Hummus plate & turkey sandwich. Super yummy! Caramel chai was amazing. Tastes a lot like a Dutch Bros golden eagle Chai!

We enjoyed our morning at Java. I ordered an americano and loved the coffee so I decided to purchase a bag of beans. My husband got a matcha latte - but it was sooo powdery and not very good. He didn't drink it. Drinks were made quickly. Staff was nice but not overly warm or friendly. You can tell they deal with a lot of tourists. I got an everything bagel to eat and it was yummy. Hubby got the macho burrito. He enjoyed it but said too much beans and picked several out. It also came drizzled with some kind of sauce but then was not served with napkins or cutlery so points for presentation here but not practicality. He made a mess since the sauce blends in with the tortilla. I would suggest putting the sauce on the side or issuing a warning here lol. We would return but we would adjust how we make our orders since they don't prompt you to do so.

Don't know who the older woman with glasses is but don't order coffee when she is working. Extremely rude, snarky and does not have customer service skills. Walked in stood up front after she made eye contact with me while she was sitting in her chair at the end of the coffee bar on her cellphone. Girls in the kitchen should be up front considering they know how to be kind to others. I won't be coming back, sad to say because I actually love Java.

Can't speak to the food as I only ordered coffee, but the coffee was pretty bad and the service was below average.

Food was yummy, iced lattes were weak. I went every morning of my trip because it's cute and there are a ton of options. But last morning here and the older lady with glasses working was not nice at all, and my 12oz latte was $7.50 I wish I would have just turned around and walked out. And if I was here longer I probably wouldn't have gone back after that interaction with her! Not the biggest fan. Be nice to customers (:

Java has been a favorite stop in Ketchum for more than 30 years (yikes!). The only thing that has changed is that the menu continues to grow. The coffee and poached eggs are my favorite and the service always seems quick. The inside of the coffee shop has character and the decor has remained the same since my first visit. Easy to access, the line is inside during cold weather, and you'll run into your old friends.

Very cute comfortable spot for a relaxing coffee and snack or meal. The coffee and food both excellent.

Not that Ketchum is popping with options, but Java on Fourth seemed to be a popular spot in the area. Got an avocado toast that was literally a dry piece of bread with slices of avocado on top. Was hoping for a little more flavor. Maybe some oil or salt and pepper, but it was plain and not great. Latte was good though! For how many people were there, the service was actually fast and we received our food and drinks without too long of a wait.

service? okay. couch? good. coffee? ass. food? very ass.........................................................................................

Great pick me up. The woman at the counter has a ton of energy and it's infectious even before the coffee!

Good coffee. Simple, yet tasting food. Would def come back. Giving 3-star since it's not much to rave about.

Super cute place in an adorable house! Very busy on Sunday afternoon, so not a place to go if you're in a rush, but a nice place to chill out and read the paper!

This place is easy to get too. Owner is ever present and passionate about "pixie dust" required to make one of the best coffee shops....IN THE USA! From the bowl of soul to the Keith Richards: you will go back again and again. We've never had anything like this. Food feeds your inner bohemian soul as well. The staff welcome you and serve with pride and consistent excellent quality. It's not Starbucks, but so much more: it's an experience.

I didn't love my breakfast burrito (too many beans) or my matcha latte (too bitter, not enough milk). It is a cute place with quick service for a breakfast on the go!

Counter person not friendly to me at all or person behind me in line. Ordered an overpriced smoothie which wasn't good and came with no lid and dripping all over sides. Disappointed because I used to love this spot :(

Delicious coffee, INSANE pastries and friendly staff. Also lots of seating. A must-visit if you're in town.

very cozy coffee shop with a nice deck. the coffee is alright, but the handmade whipped cream is delicious. the usual is probably the best thing on the food menu. go for the basics here.

I found my perfect pre-ski breakfast at Java on Fourth: a large "Bowl of Soul" and a bowl of oatmeal with steamed milk and bananas. JOF has set my expectations of other coffee houses so high that I'm bound to be disappointed from here on out. All I can do is dream of coming back to Ketchum and Sun Valley. I hope the snow will be plentiful next year, so I can return. To all of you locals, enjoy!

Yum!!!! We found this place on Yelp and it was soooooooo good!!! Fun vibe, environment and everyone was so friendly--staff and those there!!! We ordered avocado toast(on sourdough), skinny mini and the granola!!! Will definitely come back.

Coffee was fantastic and so was cranberry/orange muffin (definitely fresh, local made) but the wait was probably 20 minutes for coffee. We were visiting, so I'm not sure if this is normal or not. Not sure I would wait that long all the time. We sat outside as it was very loud and crowded inside (everyone waiting for drinks) and it was impossible to hear them yell your name. Maybe a better system. Excellent coffee though!

Nice spot, very chill. Lots of bread and a less than overwhelming order of eggs and ham. So far it's the best breakfast I've found this week.

Every time I visit Sun Valley, I hit up Java for a Bowl of Soul. The Mexican chocolate and cinnamon pair perfectly with the smoothest espresso one could hope for. Topped with a little whipped cream makes this a delicious treat, from the first sip to the last. Even my fiancé, who isn't usually crazy about coffee, loved it. The 12 oz has 1 shot of espresso, so I added one more for a little extra oomph before hitting the slopes.

Great coffee and snacks. Get the rice krispy treat... just do it! Make sure you go at an off time though, it's popular and the wait can be long.

Picked up a delicious breakfast to go on our way out of town. Hubby had the Hippy burrito. The white sauce had nice spice to it. I had the poached eggs on toast. Bread is locally sourced. Really delicious raspberry jam. The eggs were perfect. The coffee was top notch. Got a cookie for later

Stopped in Katchem for 2 nights on our road trip home from Oregon. This place was my favorite!! Great food, excellent coffee, and friendly staff. This place did not disappoint! Generous serving sizes and great atmosphere! If you'er in Sun valley Idaho this is a must stop for breakfast and great coffee!!

My friend and I were visiting Ketchum and took the opportunity to try a new cafe, since we can have Starbucks anywhere, anytime. They had a great looking food menu, but we stuck with beverages. I got a nonfat matcha latte, which was great, and my friend liked her drink as well. The people there were really nice. The ambiance was awesome. I loved the decor. It feels really homey but also modern and cool. If I ever come back to Ketchum, I'll visit this place again, and hopefully the outside construction will be done so I can see it in its full glory. If it's as cute on the outside as it is on the inside, it'll look awesome.

Terrible customer service. I got here at 12:55, about 5 minutes before the kitchen closed at 1. I stood at the register ready to order, waiting for someone to take my order for a while. The girl working there was taking out the trash, and when she finished and finally came to the register it was exactly 1 pm. I proceeded to order a sandwich and she cut me off and said, "kitchen is closed." I tried to ask her to let me still order since id been there waiting to order for the last 5 minutes but she just kept cutting me off saying since it was now 1 pm she would not take my order. Such a rude, inconsiderate, selfish service person.

30 minutes before heading to the airport was enough time to check out a coffee shop so we went to java since it seemed like a cute spot in town. I came in on a Monday morning and the place was only half packed so we were able to order our drinks and find 2 tables to sit down at. I enjoyed a dirty chai (chai latte with 1 shot of espresso) and it was made perfectly with not too much foam and the baristas were friendly. The coffee shop was very cute inside and cozy. There were some pastries laid out but it looks like a place where you can enjoy a pastry and drink but not really a place to grab a bite to eat. I think if you have a few minutes to relax, definitely stop by this place.

Very cute location and aesthetic. I was excited to try this coffee because of all the great previous reviews. I ordered an iced americano and the shot tasted over-extracted. The cashier seemed overwhelmed so I assume they were understaffed and busy so they were probably serving bad shots. Super bummed my coffee tasted like an ash tray!

Ordered a bag of coffee beans, waited for 30-45 minutes without it being finished so I walked to the front and they said they forgot about my order. After another 5-10 minutes I finally got the bag of coffee. I understand a 5-10 minute wait because this place is busy but I saw at least 40 people order and get served before me. All I got in return was a free drink card. I did tip, wish I hadn't.

Top Quality coffee beans, expresso machines and baristas make for an excellent latte! Fresh baked goods onsite every morning -pastries and muffins Best Sun Valley breakfast hands down! Awesome oatmeal, great egg dishes and burritos too! Great service and several cozy places to hang out inside or on their covered patios.

Great local coffee shop with great breakfast! Perhaps not the place to go when you're in a hurry, but definitely worth a visit for some quality coffee and pastries!

Mediocre drinks, less than mediocre baked goods. Better coffee in town with shorter lines.

Agree with other reviewers about poor service and no sense of urgency. We tried the blended bowl and the oatmeal cookie. The blended coffee was super icy and not worth the money at all. Cookie was more crispy than chewy and not that great either. Line moved super slow and they did not even call our names when our order was ready. To make things worse, their CC machine wasn't working so we had to go get cash and pay extra ATM fees. Thought it will be worth it since this place is so popular..NOT! Now making way better blended coffees in our airbnb for fraction of the cost.

We frequent local coffee shops whenever we travel. This shop had great coffee! The Mexican Mocha was next level! We also had pastries one morning- again outstanding!

We were looking for a fun place to eat for our first breakfast in the Sun Valley/Ketchum area. We read some really good reviews on Yelp, and we were sold when we saw pictures of the avocado toast. Naturally, we ordered the avocado toast and added a scrambled egg to the side to complete the meal prior to hiking Bald Mountain. We were not disappointed. The food and coffee was fantastic!!! Not only was the food amazing, the owner, we guessed, was just a very down to earth wholesome dude. He saw my deployment shirt and started up a conversation about the military. FYI, this cafe is military friendly which goes along way for us. To finish the story, the food was good a filling we didn't get hungry throughout he whole hike and we tons of energy. Good food, good vibes, good people!