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    Spices Cafe

    4.3 (376 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Cup of coffee with the biscuits and gravy.
    Fin M.

    I needed a quick bite in the Cap Hill area, and this place was the closest diner in the area, so I popped in on a whim. It being a Friday morning, the place wasn't too busy and I was greeted with friendly staff and a cozy cottage-core atmosphere. There's just something about listening to classical music with a cup of joe while overlooking Park Ave surrounded by plastic flowers. I don't mean this in a snide way, this place has history and it's not afraid to show it. I ordered the biscuits and gravy. While a lot of diners tend to serve intimating portions, I was presented with a modest biscuit, egg, and about a half cup of gravy. For me this is the perfect portion. The gravy was well-balanced and the biscuit, while not anything amazing, were light, and stood out in the dish. The food knew was it was about and didn't need to impress anybody. For $13 plus tip, this place is a great deal. I'll have to bring some friends here for a good, affordable, and cozy breakfast. This place comes straight out of an early Francis Ford Coppola movie, and I'm here for every second of it.

    Tuna salad sandwich, the far is a breakfast sandwich.
    Miranda M.

    The food was absolutely phenomenal! How this place has less than 5 stars is beyond me, but I enjoyed the hospitality and the food. Delicious.

    Gf french toast and eggs
    Jeff B.

    Great, clean, lil diner rocking classical music and getting comfort food like only a few can do! Thank you chef Mike and his son Nick. Y'all do great job for the community. The soups are amazing and you'll like everything on the menu!

    Outdoor seating
    Laurence T.

    This little gem is amazing! My wife and I recently visited here on a Saturday morning for brunch. We weren't disappointed! The portion sizes were HUGE, the service was FAST. What else could you wish for?!?! We ordered the cheese omelette with pancakes on a side. The pancakes were very fluffy and delicious and came with strawberries on a side. The gentleman who served us was very polite and welcoming. Will be back soon.

    Cassandra B.

    Spices Cafe was the culinary highlight of our entire trip. My group of three came to Spices Cafe for breakfast on an early Sunday morning. Although the reviews warned of long wait times, the cafe was practically empty when we arrived (around 8AM). The early bird gets the worm after all! Menus are situated on a stand by the front door, so we grabbed a few and helped ourselves to table on the quiet European style patio. Shortly thereafter a server dropped off some water and instructed us to order our meals at the register inside. BREAKFAST CROISSANT SANDWICH ($5.25): Everyone ordered this. By itself, the sandwich is vegetarian. My husband and brother-in-law got it with a sausage patty for an extra $1.75. The main ingredients are egg and cheese topped off by lettuce and tomato in a warm flaky croissant bun. The artichoke parmesan cream tied everything in together. I was plenty full by the time I finished this sandwich, but I'd recommend getting a side of fresh fruit or fluffy hashbrowns ($2.25) like my dining counterparts did. 4/5 Spices Cafe is serving up awesome food at reasonable prices in a cute cafe. What's not to like? YELP 100 CHALLENGE 2015: #209

    Breakfast croissant
    Yuriy K.

    Nice quiet place, good service, tasty breakfast, fresh ingredients, definitely coming back!

    Yogurt & Granola
    Deborah S.

    A great homey café for brunch! This cafe is a small gem on colfax. Feels like a small pop's café with friendly local staff. Don't be tricked by their cost-effective menu! Not only is their food tasty, they also have generous portions. There's limited seating inside. I personally recommend sitting outside during warmer months. They have a cute and quiet outside seating space. Got the granola and yogurt and was impressed by the vanilla yogurt and the generous portions. If you're a vanilla fan, the yogurt is a must-try. Got the denver omelette the next time I went and was again, thoroughly satisfied. Not the fanciest place to get brunch compared to Denver's other cool and hip brunch locations. BUT! If you're ever looking for a quick warm filling option, I highly recommend (:

    Denver Omelette, side of pancakes
    Manuel M.

    First time visiting the great state of Colorado, and the city of Denver. Great spot for breakfast. Very home feeling! Fresh ingredients, great coffee. Highly recommended!!!

    Maxine H.

    This place is a real gem I love it! Michael is the best and we always get blt on croissant, with fries and onion rings they are delicious. Also the meatloaf sandwich is worth mentioning and I love the pancakes. It's always super clean and tidy, and the service is great. The food is painfully consistent and always absolutely the best. Sometimes they are closed for catering and I'm so sad. Hit this place up!

    Elizabeth R.

    The most amazing breakfast food. Best breakfast burrito in Denver! Family owned and it shows. Every time we go it's good. This is a must try!

    Sausage, 1510 sourdough French toast and over medium eggs

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    13 years ago

    Mushy French toast and an American cheese omlet. Waiter was practically asleep.

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    11 years ago

    Great little joint off Colfax. The food is good quality but inexpensive. Highly recommended.

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    11 years ago

    Had verde chili omelette and it was fantastic! Food was temperature hot and people were very nice. Will go back when in area.

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    10 years ago

    This is my favorite breakfast and lunch cafe in Denver. Polite kind good service wonderful food. Nice atmosphere

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    10 years ago

    Great prices. I got the gravy and biscuits with a side of pancakes and it was under 10 dollars. Great value for the money and delicious!

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