Blue Owl Books

Reviews

• Phil G.

  star star star star star 28 June 2026

  I & I Caribbean Cafe on weekends during the summer months is a special feature here.  There's a small menu (recommend Jerk Chicken).  Tony prepares the food outside and it is made with love and other good feelings.  Just a few picnic tables along with some sounds from the islands.  Give it a try if you're in Ned around lunchtime.

• Dolce R.

  star star star_border star_border star_border 24 June 2026

  The lady working there was a bit "rough around the edges," as my mother has been known to say. I walked in and she just stared at me. When I asked if I could taste a flavor, she robotically said "You can try twice, then you gotta make up your mind." I was floored. But I get it. Parents and their kids probably blow through 10 'tastes' and give her a headache. But that is no way to run a business and I will not patronize a place that treats me this way.

• Lily S.

  star star star star star_border 18 June 2026

  Such a cute little shop! I'm already short and felt the shop was designed for hobbits. Don't get me wrong, that's what's precious about it! The day we visited was very nice, the line for ice cream was out the door; we would otherwise have seen more people inside for books and gifts.
  
  There was only one guy working, and despite the long line, he's the most patient store owner I've seen. Our ice cream (Mulberry flavor?) was so dreamy, I was shocked when I learned it'd come from Magill's, which has a store not far from us but we'd never tasted such wild berry goodness. Maybe they only export exotic flavors to remote towns? I digress...
  
  When you're here, please take the time to walk around the shop, enjoy some coffee (for a simple cup of decaf we asked, he pressed some decaf beans and made us an Americano, it was so rich and fragrant, definitely the better cup of coffee for me that day!) You'll sure to feel relaxed!

• Gaige K.

  star star star star star 17 June 2026

  Walking into Blue Owl Books & Boutique, the perfect smell of freshly-baked brownies immediately hit us. It was a perfect spot to stop for a snack after a hike near Eldora. The ambience of the cafe was, by far, its best asset, and the food was great as well.
  
  My three friends and I all had the breakfast burritos, both meat and vegetarian. While the portions weren't huge, the burritos were flavorful and served hot. We also all had various drinks (mocha, hot chocolate, chai) which were all exceptional, helped no doubt by the homemade chocolate made at the cafe. For dessert we shared two of the freshly-baked brownies which were giant and delicious.
  The great food was complimented by a bunch of locals sitting and chatting in the bookstore side of the cafe. I would return here in a heartbeat.

• Kallista A.

  star star star star star 16 June 2026

  Blue Owl Book Store and boutique is one of Nederland's special gems.. it's eclectic book collection that ranges categories from mysticism, non-fiction, fiction, autobiographies, children's stories, cooking etc. books from wall to wall! It's quiet, peaceful, and beautiful place to spend time reading, grabbing coffee and snack with a friend, great place to take your kiddo(s) for ice cream. They often have guest chefs come in and cook fresh authentic food, from Jamaican to gourmet street tacos, paired with live acoustic music from local artists!! What!! I stopped by there today, and picked up a sage stick, and two really cut blouses for 50% in the boutique (sale still going!). If you wonder up to Nederland, be sure to stop in this little magical place.