Quarry Grounds Cafe
EXPLORE OUR MENUFresh Roasted. Locally Rooted.
Settle in with a cup of coffee roasted fresh, right here at the museum. Whether you're stopping by after the playground, meeting a friend, or looking for a quiet spot to work, our café is open to everyone - no museum ticket needed.
Grab lunch or a quick bite from our menu of toasted paninis, fresh salads, sandwiches, and easy grab-and-go options. Don’t forget to treat yourself - we’ve got plenty of sweet snacks to pair with your drink. Craving something fancy? Try one of our handcrafted lattes, refreshing teas, or signature lemonades. With cozy vibes, sustainable choices (like canned water and in-house bean roasting), and a stunning view of the historic fossil quarry, Quarry Grounds is the perfect place to take a break and stay awhile.
Sip, Snack, Savor
A Hidden Gem Above the Fossil Quarry
Quarry Grounds offers a serene, inviting atmosphere where you can unwind with a freshly brewed coffee while taking in stunning quarry views.
A Unique Brew for Every Explorer
Enjoy coffee crafted to perfection with beans freshly roasted in-house, a variety of rich flavors, and specialty drinks like lattes, macchiatos, and customizable flavor shots.
Yummy Bites - Ready to Go!
Savor hot sandwiches, grilled paninis, and fresh grab-and-go lunches - perfect for fueling your day with flavor. All sandwiches include a bag of "dirty" chips! Don't forget to ask about our Vegan & Gluten Free Options!
Sweet Treats for Every Craving
Indulge in fresh-baked delights like cookies, cupcakes, brownies, and fun dinosaur-themed goodies that make every visit a little sweeter.
Take Quarry Grounds Home
Take the Quarry Grounds experience with you-our freshly roasted coffee is available in several flavors and blends, perfect for every palate. Available for purchase at the cafe.
Sip, Snack, Savor
Enjoy our Outdoor Veranda
Relax on our beautiful veranda overlooking the historic fossil quarry-your perfect spot to enjoy great coffee and breathtaking scenery.
Locally Sourced, Community Inspired
Brewing a Greener Future
At Quarry Grounds, sustainability isn’t just a value - it’s a daily practice. We choose aluminum canned water because it's infinitely recyclable, unlike plastic. Our compostable serving ware reduces landfill waste, and we roast our beans in-house to cut down on transport emissions and ensure peak freshness.
From all-natural syrups to defaulting to plant-based milks, every detail is intentional, designed to lower our environmental impact without sacrificing flavor. Great coffee should taste good and do good.
Meet Chef Frank
Quarry Grounds Manager, Frank Christy, is excited for you to experience our house-roasted coffee and locally sourced snacks and treats. When he’s not roasting coffee at the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum, you can find him watching Jurassic Park for the millionth time, playing "Raptors" with his children at home, or spending time with his wife of 11 years, Kelsey. FUN FACT: Frank used to be an award winning cake decorator, spending much of his career working with the Cake Boss at Carlo's Bakery. If you can think it, Frank can turn it into an amazing looking cake that also tastes out of this world!
