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Restaurants and Coffee Shops Near Yarn Fest Loveland

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It’s hard to tear yourself away from yarn, from learning new techniques to shopping for skeins and notions. But you need food (and possibly caffeine) to keep up your yarn-y stamina! These restaurants in the Loveland area will keep you nourished while you’re enjoying Yarn Fest Loveland. From breakfast to coffee to lunch and dinner, these are some top recommendations beloved by locals!

Related: How to Plan Your Day at Yarn Fest

Coffee Shops Near Yarn Fest

When you need a buzz, you need a buzz! These coffee shops are close to the venue, so you can get your cuppa and get back to all things yarn!

Lift Coffee Bar is a local drive-through and walk-up coffee shop near Yarn Fest Loveland | Photo courtesy of Lift Coffee Bar

Drive-Through and Walk-Up Chains

In a hurry and need your caffeine fix? Here are our top picks nearby!

Ziggi’s Coffee: A close-by chain that is locally-owned. Ziggi’s has great breakfast basics and everything you want from a coffee shop.

Lift Coffee Bar: Another awesome drive-through option is Lift, a locally-owned shop with a large, varied menu—including delightful seasonal drinks

Colorado Coffee Company at Centerra is a great place to sit and enjoy your coffee. | Photo courtesy of Colorado Coffee Company

Colorado Coffee Company at Centerra

If you’d like to sit and enjoy your coffee in a cozy atmosphere, Colorado Coffee Company is a local favorite with an awesome bakery. Their cinnamon rolls are award-winning! If you end up downtown, there’s a location there as well.

Restaurants Near Yarn Fest

There are delicious options for all meals close to the venue! Here are a few favorites that are close enough that you can stop by quickly to recharge.

Related: Favorite Breweries Near Yarn Fest Loveland

An awesome plate at Ruben’s Grill + Cantina | Photo courtesy of Ruben’s Grill + Cantina

Ruben’s Grill + Cantina

From flavorful fajitas to tasty tacos, Ruben’s Grill + Cantina has delicious options for everyone. This family-owned establishment offers flavors passed down through generations and a warm and welcoming environment.

Sit down for a delicious meal at PizzaVino! | Photo courtesy of PizzaVino

PizzaVino NoCo Italiano

There’s nothing like pizza and a glass of wine after a day of yarn shopping. Unless it’s pasta and a glass of wine! PizzaVino is just 5 minutes from Yarn Fest Loveland and is family-owned.

A delicious value meal at Café Athens | Photo courtesy of Café Athens

Café Athens

With delicious Greek food and absolutely amazing fries, this is some of the best Mediterranean food in Northern Colorado. Whether you want a quick lunch or a big meal at the end of a long day of shopping and learning, Café Athens has just the thing.

So many options at Epic Egg! | Photo courtesy of Epic Egg

Breakfast Picks Near the Venue

Urban Egg: If you’re looking for somewhere tasty to get a special breakfast, Urban Egg is a great pick nearby.

Loveland Breakfast Club: This spot has everything from sweet and savory breakfast options to lunch picks to brunch-y mixed drinks. Stop by the Breakfast Club for a nice, social breakfast.

Epic Egg Loveland: This Colorado-based chain serves up delicious breakfast options with a creative twist—both sweet and savory. Epic Egg gives a 1% of all sales to local charities!

Best Dining in Midtown Loveland

Drive a little way into town from the venue and you’ll find tons of restaurants to enjoy a leisurely dinner with friends!

A mouthwatering papaya salad served at Thai Thai’m | Photo courtesy of Thai Thai’m

Thai Thai’m: If you like Thai food, Thai Thai’m is a great spot where you can dine in their atmospheric restaurant or get takeout. Either way, it’s delicious!

McGraff’s American Grill: There’s something for everyone at McGraff’s, a popular spot with pizza, salads, pasta, meat dishes and more, all done right.

Sushi Jooa: This is a delicious option for sushi and other Japanese fare. Sushi Jooa has extremely friendly staff, cute decorations, and great atmosphere.

Muse Coffee + Tea: With delicious food, drinks, and gluten-free options, Muse is a Loveland favorite with its beautiful artistic vibes. The shop is surrounded by beautiful sculptures—inspiring and serene.

Favorite Spots in Downtown Loveland

Make your way downtown for some of the best dining Loveland has to offer, in historic buildings, nestled between boutiques, breweries, and public art.

Related: Places to Visit + Activities Near Yarn Fest Loveland

Delicious Manchego quinoa cakes at Door 222 | Photo courtesy of Door 222

Door 222

For an elevated but not fancy or fussy dining option, check out Door 222! They have a delicious menu with amazing small plates, creative cocktails, and entrees perfect for everything from a casual bite to a special occasion. And don’t forget the desserts!

The vibes are always great at Backyard Tap! | Photo courtesy of Backyard Tap

Backyard Tap

If the weather is nice and the sun is shining, there’s no better place to be than Backyard Tap! Even if the weather isn’t so nice, they have domes you can rent to stay warm. There is almost always a delicious food truck, often live music, and tons of beers on tap.

Feel Love has a delicious menu and an adorable interior. | Photo courtesy of Feel Love

Feel Love Coffee

If you’re looking for the perfect place to take your knitting for an hour while enjoying a decadent beverage and a slice of cake, Feel Love is your spot! This downtown coffee shop has a wide menu, including caffeinated and non-caffeinated beverages, gluten free options, keto options, and croissant sandwiches.

Henry’s Pub is the perfect spot for a cozy bite and a beer | Photo by Kirkpatrick Graphics, courtesy of Henry’s Pub

Henry’s Pub

This classic pub in the heart of downtown Loveland is perfect for a casual, cozy plate of delicious food, accompanied by a beer. Henry’s has been a mainstay in Loveland for almost 20 years!

A mouthwatering breakfast plate at Taste Local | Photo courtesy of Taste Local

Taste Local

This is a really special spot for breakfast and lunch. Taste Local‘s menu is relatively small, but each item on it is absolutely delicious. There are also inspired seasonal specials on a rotating basis, special pastries, delicious breakfast cocktails, and more!


There are so many delicious coffee shops and restaurants in Loveland. We hope you’ll enjoy a few as you’re in town for Yarn Fest!

Do you have a favorite spot from this list, or that we missed? Let us know in the comments!

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