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.
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
- Phone (main cafe): (435) 635-7625
- Website: riverrockroasters.com
Address, phone and hours for the main cafe, plus the menu description, last checked on October 5, 2026 against riverrockroasters.com and public business listings. We could not confirm drive-through hours or address; call before you go.
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: locally crafted beer is served at the main cafe.
Visiting tips
- 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: SGWOM has no verified dietary-option details; ask the staff when you order.
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?
Google-indexed listings and SGWOM’s directory show the main cafe on State Street as open 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday and 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Sunday. Hours can change, and we could not confirm drive-through hours, so call (435) 635-7625 before you go.
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.
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.