Did someone say ceremonial Matcha? Hell to the yea!…read more I had bookmarked this place for our stay in Denver on our trek from California. We always like to scope out the best coffee spots ahead of time. Little Owl did not disappoint! First, it's always difficult to find ceremonial grade Matcha wherever you go. Most of the time it's Matcha mixed with a bunch of other stuff and at best it's culinary grade. The Matcha here was vibrant in color, smooth and slightly nutty. I elected to sweeten it with simple syrup and had it Americano. My husband opted for a vanilla latte with oat milk and while we've stopped at several places so far, this is the best latte we've had on our roadtrip. They make all of their syrups in house and the coffee was smooth and not bitter. The cafe is small and quaint. It does open up into a larger building with additional seating. Customer service was on point, and we even joked about the different types of Matcha and how some places use a ton of fillers and sugar.

Ordered: 12oz Vanilla Latte (~$7)…read more Aya's take: Little Owl Coffee has a few locations in Denver so I figured the coffee here must be good! I tried the Vanilla Latte which was nicely sweetened, creamy, and soothing. The espresso was pulled well and gave me the caffeine kick I needed to start my day. They have some bar seating here but the cafe also extends into the lobby where you can sit and have a slow morning if you choose. Good try!

We had breakfast here this morning.. my sis and I split the…read moreJacob croissant sandwich it was delicious and then we also had an Napoleon for a treat and it was again delicious .. My friend had the prosciutto fig and Bri sandwich, she absolutely loved it, it was too much to eat all of it so she took it home! But there is a but! You get 1/2 off the crêpe if you order a sandwich, which is really a great deal, of course if you are craving something a little sweet after you eat! So my dear friend engaged in a very yummy crêpe with caramelized, apples and cinnamon, which we all got to taste..yum! Our coffee was delicious. Her chai was delicious ..The owner and staff were wonderful people..very comfortable seating, inside and outside! Easy parking.. this is a must try!! We Thank you all and we will be back!

Conveniently located next to the City Park, this cafe is a prime spot for a quick pick me up if…read moreyou're nearby. I stopped for a Honey Rose iced latte before my stroll around the park, and was pleased by how flavorful it was. Service was quick, and luckily I got my drink before the morning Sunday rush I saw after me. The only downside was the price. Almost $8 for my medium drink, granted I opted for the $1 oat milk replacement instead of their typical whole milk. But the most surprising thing the pre-added "service charge" of 15% which the front register girl tried to hide on the screen when she turned it around to me for a signature. She initially showed me the screen without it, but then said she forgot something and added that to the tab. I think transparency with these forced gratuities/tips/charges would be great to prevent these surprise encounters, especially with to-go orders. Other than that, I do like the vibe of this place and would find it to be a good quick stop if you're craving a coffee or small bite.

Favorite spot in downtown!…read more This is a Filipino women own shop and it brings my heart so much joy to support them. They have unique Filipino recipe inspired drinks. They also have some delicious buns and pastries that you can enjoy inside or out. Lots of seating options. They always have a line, but it is a testament to how great this spot is. It is a great spot to stop at for your morning drink and snack, fairly loud so socializing here is easy but studying or working may require headphones. I have been a few times now, so I am making this a regular spot. Overall 5/5 stars.

Vibey channeling to my islands…read more I like they have pandan Matcha cuz I don't know a place that serves it here in Denver. So happy I see Filipino spot here. It's a chill vibe.

This was a very unusual place, but excellent nonetheless. Service was excellent. The food was very…read moreunique and excellent as well. They're only open for breakfast and lunch and they close at three I think so you better check. I usually don't drink, but I wanted to try their Bloody Mary, and of course, it was excellent as well spicy and good. For my lunch, I got the Oyakodon Bowl with scrambled eggs & spinach. This was very unique and excellent as well. They have a lot of vegetarian dishes and only maybe four dishes that have meat in them and it was chicken. Still it was excellent.

We had a nice time at Stowaway. The server told us they had been there 10 years. There no signage…read moreout front so it was a little hard to find. The food was decent, it spectacular. The Japanese asa-gohan had great ingredients but it was dry and lacked flavor. It needed sauce. They make a Bloody Mary with mezcal- it was interesting and delicious if you like smoky. My friend liked the waffle but said it was too much sweet on sweet and needed something salty like bacon to balance it out. Sadly, they don't have bacon. The place was cute and people were very friendly. Parking can be a challenge.

Funny enough, our first experience with Doppio was because a delivery driver got all the way to our…read moreplace, messaged "I don't have your order," and basically vanished into history. We waited awhile hoping it would somehow resolve itself, then finally just drove there ourselves about 35 minutes later. Honestly? Worth it. I got the seasonal red velvet iced latte and it was genuinely one of the best dessert-style coffee drinks I've had in a long time. And I say that as someone who has been an off-and-on barista since my first Starbucks job in 1999. Sweet without being overwhelming, actually tasted intentional, and didn't just feel like syrup dumped into coffee. The shop itself is very clean, sunny, modern Denver coffee aesthetic with tons of seating if you want to stay awhile. Parking was also surprisingly easy between the street parking and the small paid lot next door.

Best black sesame matcha I've had yet. It was rich and flavorful. The cream on top was to die for…read more The only hitch? $9.25 I'd go 2x a week if it was half the cost but spending almost $10 on a drink in this economy is not possible. It hurts. Might come back!

My best friend who lives in Denver wanted to go here for a while so we stopped in for lunch. It was…read moreso much more than a cafe because there were so many cute things to shop for. I was able to get some gifts as well as a delicious gluten friendly tuna sandwich. I loved that you could have a side of cucumbers instead of chips. The bathroom also had such cute decor. Street parking and it's next to a house with beautiful flowers out front.

The Weathervane Cafe is a decent place to grab a quick breakfast and a coffee…read more They offer up various pastries and two hot breakfast options. A sandwich and a burrito. This most recent visit, my pastor brought our men's trip through here to gather before the new guys started their time here in Colorado. This place was busy! I got a hot coffee and a burrito. Unfortunately, the sandwich was sold out around mid-morning. I'm not sure where they get the burritos, they come pre-packaged and get pressed till hot and crispy. Once my food was up, we all gathered upstairs in an outdoor patio area. The narrow staircase leads you to two small, cozy areas to enjoy your food and beverage. Since we were a bigger group, we took our place outside. The burrito was excellent. Soft eggs, potatoes and cheese. It was filling and hit the spot. If you're in the area, check out this hip cafe offering up excellent food and coffee.

My son met a friend here for lunch today and brought back requested items to eat at home. It was…read moreoutstanding. The fruits sandwich made with shokupan bread was light and fresh, an excellent pick-me-up. This is a standard Japanese snack done beautifully. The mixed berries (a Danish made with croissant dough) was a delight in looks and taste. Neither item was excessively sweet. They were just right. The beef curry wrapped in dough, crusted in panko crumbs, and deep-fried was excellent. The curry itself had real flavor and zest, and the surrounding crust was delicious too. Not only a great accompaniment, but also a very cool way to eat curry with your bare hands. A very generous serving too. My brother got the most beautiful-looking chocolate croissant! And my son bought himself a chocolate cornet, which surprised me by being soft baked dough. Haven't tasted them, but I couldn't wait to post this review. I look forward to trying something with cream cheese or custard next time. Unfortunately they were out of the bacon epi, but that happens with bakeries. Good advice to call the day before if your heart is set on a particular item. We were just lucky to get the rest of the items on our list on a Saturday at lunchtime. My son had been to Japan about two years before and was suitably impressed with this bakery. I was very happy with what we got!

If I compare this to any of the Asian bakeries I frequent in NYC, this place is not very good -…read moreprices here are double what they would be in NYC and bread in Denver always sucks. However, for Denver, this is a good concept. There's nothing like it in the area. I do enjoy red bean and a custard. The music always sucks whenever I come in here though. And the clientele can sometimes be douche-bag-y.

Do not walk, RUN to this bakery. If you are looking for something new and delicious, you will not…read morebe disappointed. The standouts were the ube latte and the crème brûlée cruffin. The ube latte was perfectly sweet with a strong ube flavor. The crème brûlée cruffin had a top that was so crispy from the toasted sugar that I couldn't cut into it, and the bottom was just stuffed full of cream. It was super messy to eat and impossible to share- next time I am getting my own. We also had the pandan coconut cupcake, which was good but not as exciting as the cruffin. The pandan and coconut were both equally strong flavors- I liked it better than my husband did. The Thai tea cake in a cup was also excellent, but outshone by the cruffin. They were out of a few other things we wanted to try by 11am on a Saturday, so get there early if you want something specific. The gentleman running the counter was very friendly and efficient, even when they were busy. Seriously, get the crème brûlée cruffin. I know I will be back for it.

I really enjoyed the atmosphere at Bánh & Butter Bakery Café. The pastries are beautiful, and it's…read morewonderful to see a Vietnamese-owned bakery bringing French and Asian-inspired creations to the Denver area. The space is cozy, welcoming, and a great place to relax with a cup of coffee. I ordered the Vietnamese coffee because, as a Vietnamese customer, I was excited to taste a familiar flavor from home. Unfortunately, it didn't taste like traditional Vietnamese coffee. It was quite mild and lacked the bold, rich flavor and sweetness that Vietnamese coffee is known for. I truly hope the owner will consider refining the recipe to make it more authentic. It would make the experience even better for Vietnamese customers looking for the taste of home, while also introducing others to what real Vietnamese coffee is supposed to taste like. Overall, I still enjoyed my visit and wish this local business continued success.