Rejoice coffee lovers!
Where your previous food reviewer considers caffeine a crutch and tea a medication, I have an actual appreciation for that most bitter of brews. I won’t lie, I have had Taro’s coffee before - back when they were operating out of a cute little food truck off center street - but I wanted to take this opportunity to try their fare at their new location. I was fond of Sunny Creek, whose location on the way out east of Kanab suited my schedule very well, and I was saddened to hear they would be shuttering the cafe and moving on. I miss them even now, but I am gladdened to hear the legacy will last, as Taro took the opportunity to open up at the vacant location.
From my experience, Taro is focused directly on their coffee and tea - no scones or breakfast sandwiches here - but that is to their credit, because their drinks benefit from the extra attention. I very much enjoyed the latte I picked up, with whole milk and mocha; I enjoyed my return the next morning even more when I ordered a latte with almond milk and caramel flavor. I know what I like, and Taro did it right. Perhaps I can be talked into trying something new next time.
I’ll be the first to tell you, getting coffee is only half the reason to go to a coffee shop. The other half is the ambiance, which Taro has in spades. The shared space with Kanab Tour Company means the crowds coming through are either excited and optimistic about the day’s activities, or they’re coming home satisfied after a long hike. Either way, good company all, I had an enjoyable time talking to my fellow coffee shoppers, as well as the good barista - Baristo? Baristi? - who had my order ready in moments.
I enjoyed my visits to Taro, and I’m confident in saying I will enjoy subsequent visits too. A lovely place to start a day’s adventure.
