Coffee in Cole
Eastside Espresso
Rates above the average for coffee near Cole — one of 29 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
Eastside Espresso is a welcoming specialty coffee shop on Colfax Avenue known for single-origin Ethiopian coffee and traditional Ethiopian breakfast dishes like ful, located in a thoughtfully decorated space that stands out amid the neighborhood's construction.
This is a genuinely special spot that combines expertly sourced single-origin coffee with authentic Ethiopian cuisine, run by friendly and knowledgeable staff in a beautifully decorated space.
- ✓Traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremonies available, a rare and memorable experience
- ✓Single-origin Ethiopian beans shine in their drip coffee, which reviewers recommend as the best way to taste the beans
- ✓Thoughtfully decorated interior that feels like a sit-down restaurant despite being a casual coffee shop
- ✓Authentic Ethiopian breakfast dishes like ful (fava bean) that are approachable even if you're new to Ethiopian food
How this is written: we run the full set of recent Google reviews through AI to pull out what guests consistently say — including the complaints, which is why there's a downsides list rather than only the good bits. It's rewritten as new reviews come in, so it describes the hotel as it is now, not as it was whenever someone last got round to writing a paragraph about it. Read the reviews yourself on Google Maps.
Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
People Order
- —drip coffee with single-origin Ethiopian beans
- —ful (fava bean dish with fresh veggies and crusty bread)
- —latte
- —Ethiopian breakfast pastries
What Visitors Say
All reviews on Google MapsJennifer Shermer
a month ago
I visited Eastside Espresso today. What a wonderful and welcoming spot! I highly recommend visiting here if you’re looking for a quality coffee drink and/or to experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony – whether by yourself, with friends or for your next coffee meet-up. The owner and her team were friendly, knowledgeable and lovely.
Tsega Wolderufael
4 months ago
Eastside Espresso is a beautiful coffee shop with an amazing kind staff. It was the perfect spot to start my day eating a pastry and sipping my favorite latte ☕️
Walton Yeung
3 weeks ago
Fantastic coffee shop on Colfax. Menu might seem small, but the key is to sit in and enjoy a cup of coffee with their offerings of Ethiopian breakfast. Had a cup of drip coffee with ful. Drip coffee is the easiest way to taste the single-origin beans, and don't be afraid to add some sugar or honey to taste how drastically it changes the flavor profile! Ful is a fava bean dish served with fresh veggies on top and crusty bread as a scoop. The light spice, clean veggies, and toasty bread all come together in a great intro to Ethiopian cuisine if injera or spicy dishes are intimidating. Space is roomy and tastefully decorated, and their great service could be mistaken for a sit-down restaurant. Come and support them!
Melody Mack
a month ago
Beautiful and thoughtfully decorated space on what otherwise feels like the never-ending Colfax BRT construction nightmare. Bring a friend and share a delicious Ethiopian breakfast and espresso drink. This is a unique and special spot that deserves to thrive. Highly recommend and will be back.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eastside Espresso worth it in Cole?
This is a genuinely special spot that combines expertly sourced single-origin coffee with authentic Ethiopian cuisine, run by friendly and knowledgeable staff in a beautifully decorated space. Known for: ethiopian coffee ceremony meets modern espresso.
What should I order at Eastside Espresso?
Popular choices at Eastside Espresso include drip coffee with single-origin Ethiopian beans, ful (fava bean dish with fresh veggies and crusty bread), latte, Ethiopian breakfast pastries.
What do visitors love about Eastside Espresso?
Traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremonies available, a rare and memorable experience Single-origin Ethiopian beans shine in their drip coffee, which reviewers recommend as the best way to taste the beans Thoughtfully decorated interior that feels like a sit-down restaurant despite being a casual coffee shop Authentic Ethiopian breakfast dishes like ful (fava bean) that are approachable even if you're new to Ethiopian food
How expensive is Eastside Espresso?
Eastside Espresso is inexpensive — a budget-friendly pick, with a 5.0-star rating from 80 Google reviews.
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