The Polished Bean

The Polished Bean is a coffee shop at 1935 Grande Ave in Monte Vista, Colorado. The drink menu covers espresso drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, cortados and affogatos, along with cold brew, drip coffee, hot chocolate, a range of teas and fruit smoothies. Several of the espresso drinks can be flavored with syrups like vanilla, caramel or hazelnut.

The food menu is built around breakfast toasts and sandwiches, including avocado toast, a poached egg caprese and a fried egg grilled cheese, plus lunch pressed sandwiches, a turkey pesto on ciabatta and a vegetable-focused garden veggie. Online ordering is available, and the shop's own description emphasizes relaxed, friendly service and conversation over coffee.