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!

This is a cute little coffee shop tucked right behind Postino in the Highlands. They have a small…read morefridge of wines and beers for purchase as well as the classic coffee drinks. I will put an emphasis on small (probably only seating for 8 people max) so not a spot to take a big group or spread out and work. Better for popping by and taking coffee to go from the friendly barista.

Very small coffee house in the LoHi neighborhood. There are a handful of counter seats inside and…read morea few tables on the outside patio. No homemade pop tarts at this location, sadly, but the scone we tried was moist and delicious. The vanilla latte was nice enough. Street parking only.

The coffee is consistently delicious, smooth, and clearly made with high-quality beans. You can…read morereally taste the difference. The muffins are honestly unreal. They're fresh, flavorful, and the perfect balance of soft and satisfying. It's the kind of place where you go in for coffee and end up thinking about the pastry just as much. It is a little on the pricier side, but in my opinion it's absolutely worth it for the quality and overall experience. Definitely a go-to if you appreciate really good coffee and baked goods.

I had a cortado with oat milk and the flavor of coffee was fantastic. My husband had the blueberry…read morehalva with oat milk and that too was delicious. Not sweet at all just a gentle background note of blueberry halva but it did not overpower the flavor of the coffee bean. Excellent coffee highly recommend. Beautiful details in the foam too, an artistic touch

Wonderful baked goods. Come early as they sell out fast. Got here about 1230 on a Saturday and they…read morewere out of most items. Small bakery but everyone hand made. The chocolate babka was amazing. Chocolatey and nuts and the slices are cut 3 fingers thick, so not teasing you with a thin slice. We also got the goat toast, which is the babka with goat cheese, whisky jam and pistachios. Definitely like the plate clean. Staff was super helpful, great vibe. Small sitting space with a few outdoor tables.

Now in a new location. Reunion Bread has relocated to Pearl Street in the Wash Park area. They…read morestill offer the same great pastries and other scrumptious bread items, but now they offer cafe seating! Delicious as ever and now you can stay for a while to soak it all in. If it's not sold out, I highly recommend the chicken empanada. Flaky outside, delicious and flavorful inside. Finish it off with a sweet cream puff, and you are all set. The staff, as always, are super helpful, knowledge, and want you to have a great experience. Yes, you can smell the bread baking from the street! Delicious!

Fantastic food and drinks with a fun, funky, local vibe. They have a top notch pastry selection…read morethat sells out quickly, so be sure to go early. They also have a great breakfast all day menu and some solid lunch options too. When I went they had an absolutely bomb Birria grilled cheese, but I unfortunately don't think it's a regular item. Regular item wise, their daily veggie or meat quiche is always great. They also have a rotating tap of new espresso options which is cool.

3-star might justify based on everything I experienced at this coffee shop today…read more Its inconspicuous existence (especially the secondary door that is facing Larimer) is quite intriguing. Utilizing the existing brick walls, the interior layout is creative with all sorts of art. Their location is their luckiest part as it consistently draws steady footprints. It thus gets packed in a few seconds. It offers (firstly) coffee based drinks. It does have a kitchen where they make more than just pastries and the like. It's definitely more than a simple coffee shop for sure. Service, however, was quite basic. The lady upfront smiled but hesitantly. She wasn't rude but I simply didn't feel welcome. Hence describing their current customer service system or skills as "good" might fuel their egos (wow, did I really say that?? LOL!!) My quad latte was decent/good. I could have done less espresso shots as it sure was strong or too strong (this wasn't their fault; it was mine.) Yes, in conclusion, the shop can and should refine its service (upping it one more level might draw solid raves from the people). Well. I'm not that distraught by any means so in due time, I might utilize them in the future.

Our lunch at Green Collective Eatery was overall average. The space has a nice vibe, but the…read moreexperience lacked a bit for me. It took a little longer than expected for anyone to greet us--likely because the staff seemed short-handed and were juggling a steady line of customers. We tried the ginger snap bites from the display case on the counter. I'm not sure we knew what we were getting because the labeling wasn't very clear. The texture was unexpectedly mushy and not very ginger flavored so we wondered if we were given the snickerdoodle balls instead as the labels were on top of each other. The Med Salad had good flavors overall but the croutons were so hard they were almost inedible and there was an overwhelming amount of anise in it which caught me off guard. The bone broth was the biggest disappointment; it lacked depth and tasted more like an old bouillon cube than a fresh and rich broth. On a positive note, my friend's chopped peanut salad looked fresh and well-composed, so there are definitely bright spots on the menu. In the end, it wasn't a terrible experience--just not one that stood out in the way we hoped. With some tweaks in execution and clearer communication on menu items, it could easily be much better. Will plan to try a smoothy or avocado toast next time.

I used to frequent a coworking space down the street, so I'd walk to Green Collective regularly…read more I've had both the salads and smoothies. Everything is so fresh and delicious! Yes everything feels quite pricey (especially the smoothies) but the quality is excellent. Service is friendly. Seats are inside the eatery as well as on the patio. Love the healthy vibes and would come back!

I really love this place. Coffee, food and staff are all great. I am a fairly new customer and it…read morehas quickly became a favorite.

2914 Coffee is run by Steph and Will, who are a delightful couple! Go to their website to read…read moretheir story. It was quite the journey to get to Denver from the Cotswolds in England and the opening of 2914 Coffee. This is one of the most inviting coffee shops in Denver with plenty of seating of all types (upholstered, tables and chairs, a large table for a group, inside and outside dining. They roast their own coffee beans, and the coffee is very good! The breakfast sandwich is so delicious that it is worth traveling to indulge yourself. Their seasoning of the eggs in the sandwich is perfection, and the bacon, sausage, spinach, melted cheese, and the crisp English muffin are all cooked perfectly to complement the egg. Pat and I had a nice conversation with Steph, who was extremely friendly and warm. The staff was kind, helpful, and efficient. There are street parking spaces and a parking lot behind the shop. The shop's noise level is low to moderate.

Located in the super cool Populus Hotel lobby. I ended up here in search of coffee and found out…read morethe "cafe" was a small open bar with no real seating and very little food, and so....I headed across the lobby for lunch. First, I want to mention how enthusiastic and KIND the servers were, all fantastic. I ended up ordering two apps: a pureed broccoli soup with hazelnuts and savory bengiets, which I think are a signature dish, or if they are not, should be. Oh, and also a cup of hot drip coffee, which was exceptional, and came with a free refill!

I'm a little (okay, a lot) tired of searching a restaurant, showing up, and then finding out it's…read morein a hotel. Is there such a thing as a stand alone restaurant anymore? Anyway, this one wasn't bad. Not great, but not bad. Located in the Populus in the CBD. This specifically is for brunch. I had the steak and eggs. Eggs served sunny side up as requested. Steak was mostly medium served with a complimentary sauce. The potatoes were the best part. Crisp and well seasoned. I had one of the spritzes and a mule for a drink, and closed with an old fashioned. Nothing to write a postcard about, but they weren't bad. Other options include eggs Benedict, breakfast sandwiches, omelets, smoked salmon, burgers, shrimp and grits, and more. Lunch and dinner (which I didn't try) offer smoked trout dip, bruschetta, savory beignets, soup and salad, lots of handhelds (honey fire chick, burger, beef melt). They also have orecchiette, rainbow trout, and steak frites. Service started out strong, but then my server went on break and it got a little spotty. Overall not terrible though. The food wasn't bad and I wouldn't tell anyone not to try this place, but not sure I would return again.

Great staff. Great coffee and pastries. Long lines due to Morgan Wallen concert, Fan Expo, and some…read moreother convention. There were only two employees tackling the never-ending line. Drinks were still cranked out quickly. They made sure to let folks know when items ran out. A couple of house made syrups ran out during our visit but not before we got our orders. A couple of food items were sold out as well. Guests were patient. We're just visiting but glad to have found this spot.

Ordered: Tokyo Fog (~$8): iced lavender early grey tea with…read morematcha cold foam Aya's take: Novo Coffee is a Colorado-based coffee shop and I fully intended to try the espresso here until I saw the Tokyo Fog. The lavender earl grey and matcha cold foam caught my eye and I'm glad it did. It was super pleasant, refreshing, and creamy. It's not as strong of an effect as espresso would be but still very enjoyable. Solid try!

Fluid Coffee Bar is located on the corner of 17th and Stout in the heart of downtown. I find myself…read morein this area often for customer meetings and this is a great place to stop by to get a caffeine boost. Prices are typical and they have matcha which is not listed on their menu. There is plenty of seating but not for bigger parties (3+ will be difficult). It is much more chill and easy going than some of the other coffee shops in the area. Music is a bit loud.

I came here on a Tuesday morning at around 8 AM. I ordered the chorizo breakfast burrito and a…read morelarge iced chai with almond milk. Both came out pretty quickly, and the breakfast burrito was super filling and delicious as well as the iced chai. They were able to give me Cholula for the burrito, which is great because you need a sauce with every burrito.