River Rock Roasting Company
By the SGWOM Editorial Team · Published · Updated
What is River Rock Roasting Company?
River Rock Roasting Company is a coffee roaster, bakery and restaurant in LaVerkin, Utah, set at the edge of a basalt canyon carved by the Virgin River. It serves freshly roasted coffee, espresso drinks, baked goods, pizza, salads and sandwiches, and sits on the way to Zion National Park.
The business runs two spots in LaVerkin: a full cafe and restaurant on State Street and a separate drive-through. It is a handy coffee stop between St. George, Hurricane and the Zion National Park gateway. See the SGWOM listings for the main location and the drive-through.
River Rock Roasting Company at a glance
| Main cafe address | 394 S State St, LaVerkin, UT 84745 |
|---|---|
| Main cafe hours | Mon–Sat 6:30 AM–9:00 PM; Sun 7:00 AM–9:00 PM |
| Phone | (435) 635-7625 |
| Drive-through | 101 E 500 N, LaVerkin (per riverrockroasters.com); listed hours 6:00 AM–6:00 PM daily |
| Price range (July 2026 menu) | Drip coffee $2.35–$2.90, lattes $3.50–$4.90, baked goods $2.95–$7.10, sandwiches $6.00–$10.75, burgers $13.90, 12-inch pizzas $12.10–$17.95 |
| Serves | Coffee roasted in house, espresso, baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, salads, beer and wine |
| Website | riverrockroasters.com |
Where is River Rock Roasting Company located?
The main cafe is at 394 S State St, LaVerkin, UT 84745, on State Street in LaVerkin. River Rock says the building sits on the edge of a basalt canyon above the Virgin River, and its back deck looks out over the canyon.
Get directions to the main cafe. LaVerkin is on State Route 9, the route from Hurricane toward Virgin, Springdale and Zion.
Hours, phone and contact details
- Main cafe, 394 S State St: Mon–Sat 6:30 AM–9:00 PM, Sun 7:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Drive-through, 101 E 500 N: daily 6:00 AM–6:00 PM per River Rock’s website. Google lists the drive-through at 481 N Main St with a 5:00 PM close, so call ahead late in the day.
- Phone (main cafe): (435) 635-7625
- Website: riverrockroasters.com
Addresses, phone and hours last checked on October 13, 2026 against the locations page on riverrockroasters.com and River Rock’s Google Business Profile. The two sources agree on the main cafe and differ on the drive-through, as noted above.
What to order
River Rock describes its menu as fresh roasted coffee and espresso drinks, homemade baked goods made from scratch daily, pizza, salads, sandwiches, and locally crafted beer. It specifically mentions a cinnamon roll or sandwich as a take-along for the drive to Zion.
- Coffee and espresso: roasted by the business on a Diedrich 7-kilo roaster.
- Baked goods: cinnamon rolls and other pastries, baked daily.
- Lunch and dinner: pizza, salads and sandwiches at the main cafe.
- Beer and wine: served at the main cafe only, per River Rock’s locations page.
How much does River Rock Roasting Company cost?
On the main-location menu River Rock posted in July 2026, a drip coffee costs $2.35 to $2.90 and a latte $3.50 to $4.90. The house cinnamon roll, Aunt Becky’s Bodacious Buns, is $5.40. Breakfast sandwiches run $6.85 to $7.75, burgers $13.90 and 12-inch pizzas $12.10 to $17.95, before tax and tip.
| Item | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Drip coffee | $2.35 / $2.65 / $2.90 | Three sizes |
| Latte | $3.50 / $4.25 / $4.90 | Largest size is a quad shot |
| Cold brew | $3.75 / $4.30 | |
| Blended coffee drinks | $4.90 (16 oz) / $5.70 (24 oz) | Flavors include mocha, banana split and German chocolate |
| Smoothies | $5.70 (16 oz) | Five fruit blends |
| Aunt Becky’s Bodacious Buns (cinnamon roll) | $5.40 | The menu calls it the locals’ favorite |
| Cinnamon swirl bread pudding | $7.10 | Made from the cinnamon rolls |
| Breakfast sandwiches | $6.85–$7.75 | Served daily until noon |
| The Big Bad Wolf Burrito | $9.35 | Served until noon with the breakfast menu |
| Sandwiches and grilled sandwiches | $6.00–$10.75 | Served all day with kettle chips and a pickle |
| Burgers (1/2 lb Angus or black bean) | $13.90 | Served after 11:30 AM |
| 12-inch pizzas | $12.10–$17.95 | Served after 11:30 AM; specialty pies $17.00 |
| Salads | $7.45–$14.70 | Served after 11:30 AM |
Prices from River Rock’s main-location menu (dated July 2026), read on October 13, 2026. Menu prices change; the board in the cafe is the final word.
Visiting tips
- Timing: breakfast sandwiches are served until noon, and burgers, pizza and salads start at 11:30 AM.
- In a hurry: use the LaVerkin drive-through for espresso drinks and baked goods without parking.
- Staying a while: the main cafe has indoor seating, outdoor seating and a back deck facing the Virgin River canyon.
- Heading to Zion: pick up a coffee and something baked here before the drive into the park; see our guide to restaurants near Zion National Park.
- Dietary needs: the menu marks wheat-free and vegan options and says the kitchen is not a gluten-free or nut-free facility.
Other places to eat and drink nearby
- Beans & Brews (Hurricane): A second coffeehouse option on the Hurricane side of the Zion route, with espresso drinks and pastries.
- Bonrue Bakery (Hurricane): A European-style bakery on Hurricane’s Main Street for pastries and bread.
- Stage Coach Grille (La Verkin): A Western-themed American restaurant for a sit-down steak or comfort-food dinner.
- Red Fort Cuisine of India (La Verkin): North and South Indian dishes when you want something different from coffee-shop fare.
- Balcony One (Virgin): Dinner with scenic views and an American and Italian menu, a few miles up the road toward Zion.
More roasters and cafes are in our Southern Utah coffee shop directory, and broader dining picks are in the Southern Utah restaurant guide.
River Rock Roasting Company FAQs
What are River Rock Roasting Company’s hours?
River Rock’s website and its Google listing both show the main cafe at 394 S State St open 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday and 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Sunday. The website lists the drive-through at 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, but Google shows it closing at 5:00 PM, so call (435) 635-7625 to check.
Does River Rock Roasting Company roast its own coffee?
Yes. River Rock says it roasts its beans on a Diedrich 7-kilo roaster and sources them from fairly traded and environmentally sustainable farms and co-ops. Its website also links to gift cards.
Does River Rock Roasting Company serve food?
Yes. Beyond coffee and espresso, River Rock describes homemade baked goods made from scratch daily, plus pizza, salads, sandwiches and locally crafted beer. The drive-through location focuses on espresso drinks, baked goods and sodas.
Does River Rock Roasting Company have wheat-free or vegan options?
Yes. The July 2026 menu lists wheat-free muffins, cookies and lemon bars, a wheat-free brown rice tortilla (80 cents) or bun ($1.80), a $3.00 wheat-free pizza crust, a vegan black bean burger and vegan options on some pizzas and sandwiches. The menu also states that the kitchen is not a gluten-free or nut-free facility.
Is there parking at River Rock Roasting Company?
River Rock describes its parking as quick and easy, which suits a short stop on the way to Zion National Park. The business also operates a separate drive-through in LaVerkin for customers who prefer not to park.
How this guide was made: SGWOM editors compiled it from River Rock Roasting Company’s own website and posted menus and its Google Business Profile. An AI assistant read the menu images, compared the hours across sources and drafted the text. No one from SGWOM has written up a visit here yet; this page will say so when first-hand notes are added.