This place is definitely adorable. The people are friendly and the drinks come out fast and hot (or iced if that's what you're into). I've only been here a couple times, but it's been consistently busy and tasty. Their food items are pretty limited and they don't always have the frittatas and sandwiches if you don't time it right, but you can't really go wrong with any of the snacks. I don't know that I'd go out of my way you get here, but when I'm in the area, I try to stop in. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

"Being as in love with you as I am" -the XX lyrics are appropriately playing right now. New on the menu: red rocks latte (anti-oxidant rich rooibos red tea & almond blended with creamy milk & vanilla). Got this in a medium & it's delicious, frothy & not overly sweet. I drank it with a warmed up store made blueberry pop tart that was surprisingly not too sweet (yay). There are a number of outlets inside and about 10 places to sit. Theres a bar area you can sit at that also has outlets. The giant stickers on them that say "OUTLETS" is a sign that people aren't aware of its hidden outlets. Parking lot is small so you'll likely need to park on the street. They sell tons of cool tea tumblers and pots. The bench area is annoying to sit on because the entire bench moves up & down when other people on the bench move. The hisbiscus apple cider iced is a great spring or summer drink. It's refreshing & not too sweet. Tastes like apple juice with a slight flowery touch. The toasted coconut oolong latte with a hint of hazelnut is also a great treat (under $4 for a medium). It is topped with sprinkles of toasted coconut and reminds me very much of a Vietnamese pudding dessert (a che). When you order in you get your drinks in cool/pretty glass cups. I tried the medium (20 oz) tea sparkler Italian style (with cream) in the black tea w/ raspberry flavor for under $4. It tasted better than I expected. I was surprised to see how milky it looked (they don't leave the cream sitting @ the top the way Italian sodas are). It is very weird to drink carbonated/sparkling cream/milk and if you look closely @ the drink it even looks like the cream & soda aren't mixing well (semi-curdling effect) but it tastes awesome. They play pretty cool music (JOSE GONZALEZ, the Shins, Maths Time Joy, Lana del Rey, the XX etc.) @ a not too loud volume so I can get work done here without putting on some headphones. I'm a sucker for places that play music I like. read more

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Coffee shops exist everywhere in Denver and as I visit new coffee shops I think of all the ways they're different from each other and how smooth and creamy the espresso will be. Steep is located right behind the Trader Joe's on Colorado Blvd. The space is clean and uses wood as a central part of the interior design. Steep focuses largely on loose leaf tea and even though I was not having a tea on this visit I enjoyed all the aroma's coming from all the varieties available. For my initial visit I ordered a latte and was pleasantly surprised by the sweet creamy texture of the espresso and the frothy non-fat milk. This was an exceptional beverage and totally crave worthy. One thing to note is I noticed that the time it took to make my beverage was close to ten minutes with virtually no other customers in the store. I can only imagine how long it may take to receive my beverage if the store was busy. Something to keep in mind if you're in a time crunch. Steep also offers a variety of food options in their bakery case including frittata and fresh sandwiches. I'll have to partake in one of the frittatas on a future visit. Steep has won me over and will keep me coming back for some of that heavenly espresso. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Frittata variety - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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On the penultimate day writing my CoffeeThesisProposal and I found myself in the neighborhood of Steep. I was plenty skeptical of a coffee shop right beside the madhouse that is Trader Joe's, but I figured I'd stop in for a few hours before moving on to something more satisfying. I left 10 hours later. Ten. TEN! I'm not even sure what happened. I mean, my chair wasn't even that comfortable, and it didn't feel like the right ambiance... but it's the longest I've stayed in a single coffee shop ever! Perhaps it can best be chalked up to the fact that they have a decent variety of food and some pretty fantastical tea-based beverages. Earl Grey Tea Latte? Yes, that. And, oh my, spinach and feta frittatas?! Thank you, I'm tired of burritos. Just to reiterate things: I STAYED HERE FOR TEN HOURS. If a coffee shop can make that happen, it's probably worth a visit. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Steep Pano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This is a great little coffee shop! Very friendly service, clean, free Wi-Fi, and good Mocha Latte's to boot! The only downside is that due to it's proximity to Trader Joe's and Snooze and all that, parking can sometimes be a bit of a hassle. Update! Dan, the proprietor informed me that there is parking adjacent that is available for customers. Some wonky signage confused me a bit, but I'm getting older, and I can't read. OK, so plus one star for Dan caring enough to read my review and reply. This place is great! read more

Steep is conveniently located right next to Trader Joes and it provides ample parking spots in a lot located in the back of the coffee shop. It's very easy to find and even on a busy saturday morning, I didn't have problems finding parking. The inside is very modern but there aren't enough tables. I came with one other friend to study and normally this is very possible at coffee shops but I found it very difficult to study here. First of all, there is a lack of tables in the area that can accommodate two people comfortably. Also the tables are situated very close to each other so that conversations can easily be overheard. Even with my noise canceling earbuds, I can hear the women next to me talking. I understand noise is inevitable at coffee shops and sometimes you don't want complete silence but it was too difficult to even concentrate. That is why i am taking a star off this review because I wasn't able to accomplish what I went there for. They had a tons of unique drinks, however. Some that stood out were earl grey and coconut hazelnut latte. I went with the coconut hazelnut latte and was pleasantly surprised that there were actual coconut pieces floating in the latte. How unique! I really liked that drink. The hazelnut wasn't overwhelming and nor was the coconut. It was a perfect blend that was warming and even though I wasn't able to stay and study, at least I got a nice cup of coffee that helped me concentrate my studying at home. I would like to go back for the coffee but I won't go back and try to study there anymore. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Earl grey vanilla creme medium iced:) yum - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Cool vibe! Staff was friendly and welcomed me on my first day in town. Everyone was polite about my service dog. Pros: Wifi, non-dairy options, friendly, matcha latte was solid (but sweetened w/honey, vegans beware) Cons: Upcharge for non-dairy options, very few vegan options for food and wicked pricey, and all of there food is prepared. read more

One of my favorite study places in the area. Located right next to Snooze and Trader Joe's, this is the perfect place to go after Sunday brunch or a grocery trip. There is free parking behind the building. The large windows provide great lighting. There are a decent amount of tables with ample number of outlets nearby. I've always been able to find a spot to nest in for a few hours. There is also an outside patio for those sunny days. The Earl Grey Vanilla Cream is my go to drink, and it tastes amazing both hot and cold. read more

Visited this place after driving past it a few times and I could not be happier that I did. This little coffee shop speaks to the tea lovers soul. The earl grey vanilla creme was so delicious, it puts other tea lattes to shame. The homemade strawberry pop tart was so good with a flaky crust and a delicious center. My boyfriend had to get two! The ambiance was nice. Not too dark, not too quiet. It would be a great place to get work done. Can't wait to go back to this lovely place! read more

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Came to see if Trader Joe was open yet and...NOT but glad to find this neighborhood gem. It's perfect place to relax and enjoy variety of tea and unique drinks that sets this joint apart from others. Tea haven, munches and light meals. Haven't tried the Teafrios yet but will be back! Lots of parking, plenty of seating, cool people working here! read more

Was in the neighborhood and had some time to kill before my lunch date. Had no clue what to order, so I asked the barista what I should get. He asked if I liked Chai Tea, I love Chai so he made me a delicious mug of homemade Chai. I opted for whole milk, because you only live once they say. The music and ambience in here is super chill. I was there for about an hour and wish I could have stayed longer as I really enjoyed it. If you're nearby and need a pick me up or have some time to kill. Give it a go! read more

The Kochi Cafe - Delicious chai tea! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Absolutely love this place! I was looking for a cute, fun little spot to start my vision board & ran across this hidden gem. I live in the Cherry Creek area but never knew this spot was right around the corner from Trader Joe's. They have free WiFi, lots of plugs if you want a spot to work out of & most importantly great tea, & super friendly staff. Can't wait to go again. This just may be my new wfh getaway:-) read more

Looking for a local spot that's comfortable and different but modern to get work done? Steep is the place to be! I absolutely love this place! Their tea combinations are refreshing to soothing as well as unique. They have an entire wall devoted to loose leaf teas, which you can choose and pick yourself. In the mood to relax and unwind? They have a cozy seating area. Or focused and trying to get work done? Oh you bet they have high top bar seating WITH outlets for all or prefer lower seated chairs and table for work? They have that as well. Hungry? They have wonderful pastries to amazing ciabatta bread sandwiches too. Not a tea person? No problem, they have coffee although I'm not sure to what extent because I'm addicted to their green tea matcha and Yerba mate latte. Enjoy and cheers! read more

Good coffee and snacks, kind and quick service! Very pleasant experience, I'll be back!

I recently moved to the neighborhood and was overjoyed to see a tea shop! Yes, Steep does serve coffee, but their primary focus is tea, which they do superbly. Cute little shop with an extensive tea and coffee menu as well as light bites. I can't tell you how many times they've saved me in the early morning with their delicious breakfast empanadas! If you're feeling sweets, they also serve croissants, homemade pop tarts, and a variety of sweet breads. Steep isn't a huge space with limited seating, but they do have a little patio on the warmer days of the year, which helps expand the space a bit. Fantastic little tea shop that keeps me sane! read more

I made TWO trips to Steep within one weekend because I enjoyed my drinks so much! So far, I have tried the Red Rocks Latte & the Green Tea Latte. They were both so delicious! The flavors are so smooth and all the ingredients blend together so nicely. There was a lot of people there two out of the three times I've been here. This obviously shows that everyone else loves their tea/coffee as well! It seems like a good place to catch up on a good book. I CAN'T WAIT TO COME BACK!!! read more

The Kochi Cafe - Green tea latte with Almond milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

It's been years and years since I've been here (not since it was still Steep), and I am so glad I came back (now it's Kochi Cafe)! Everything in their pastry case looked divine. I wanted something for lunch, so I got the spinach and mushroom quiche. It was warmed up for me, and it was so flavorful. The buttery crust was light and flaky and the custard was eggy and light. I got the coconut oolong tea specialty drink - it was a tea latte with coconut and hazelnut mixed into the oolong. I had it with oat milk, but their standard is whole. My sister got the açaí bowl - it looked disappointing to start with only 4 banana slices and 5 blueberries, but there was lots more fruit mixed into the açaí smoothie mixture (it redeemed itself). It was a huge helping and quite flavorful. I can't wait to go back to try the cranberry orange loaf, croissants, empanadas(!), and multitude of specialty tea drinks. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Great coffee and a great vibe - a perfect place to set up "office" and work in a sweet environment. Got a vanilla latte and it is so good . Would definitely make this my place if I lived here. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This is a regular stopover for me, with fellow moms to enjoy some conversation, or by myself. I LOVE the coconut oolong latte. I have cleverly figured out how to make it at home myself (or come close, anyway) yet, I still order it when I'm here. I also love the Earl Grey vanilla creme. The lattes are always great, and it's about time for me to head in there for their pumpkin spiced lattes, which are way better and hardier than the ones at that "big name" coffee chain we all know. Moving on...the staff are consistently friendly. All of 'em. I've tried the food before on occasion, particularly the breakfast sandwiches, and they are great, but I mostly come in here for the drinks. LOVE LOVE LOVE it here. read more

I enjoy steep in all season! Winter time with warm comfort hot chai and summer time with refreshing ice tea, tea-monade, southern honey sweet tea. I'm also decaf beverage drinking. They have versions option if decaf drinks! read more

The Kochi Cafe - Strawberry Wild Tea-monade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I have had this place on my list for a bit because it looked like they had a lot of tea options. And I was not disappointed! A row of freshly brewed teas, arranged from highest caffeine content (e.g. Yerba Matte) to herbal caffeine-free made it easy to visually choose. I was going to do a plain iced tea, upon explaining that I am both dairy- and sugar-free, but the very friendly barista assured me that she could accommodate. She recommended the Red Rocks latte, made with rooibos, oat milk and sugar-free vanilla syrup. It was quite tasty. Plus, the space looked like it could be good for creative writing (one of my jams when I'm not working or yelping)...there were a few people there on laptops, so I may have to return. read more

My go-to place before hitting the AMC theater across the street. Usually have a croissant or quiche with a drink. Depending on my mood it could be a Kochi cooler, or simply an iced Chai or coffee during the summer months, or a hot coffee drink during the cooler days. Always different staff when I'm there, but everyone is friendly. Only downside is that when there are two staff members present, one should do a quick wipe down of tables when they are are not being used. read more

A tea cafe that is truly a tea lover's dream! The space is a little bit small, but it has a great atmosphere that feels fresh and bright. The menu has an abundance of tea drinks, ranging from tea lattes and sparking tea to the classic hot cup of freshly brewed tea. There is a whole wall of tea canisters that you can choose from and customize your drink or choose anything from the menu. At this moment, my personal favorites are the toasted coconut oolong latte and the red rocks latte. Absolutely delicious without being overly sweet. Of course, with any place that serves caffeinated drinks, coffee and hot chocolate is also available. There are plenty of plug-ins and free wifi for anyone who wants to stay awhile. The bar in the middle of the space (which includes outlets and coat hangers!) is a nice touch, especially when the tables get full rather quickly on a busy day. The staff are extremely nice and have always brightened my day whenever I have stopped in. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Red Rocks Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Tea-lovers, search no more. Steep is your one-stop shop for exotic loose leaf, tea lattes, and your occasional cup o' Joe. They also sell pastries and sandwiches, if your stomach yelps for something more than just liquids. ("Yelps"... Did you catch my joke? Ha! Sorry...) I had the Red Rocks Latte here and found the rooibos to have a nice robust flavor, even without the vanilla syrup! They have almond milk and soy milk available for an additional charge (standard). There's plenty of seating inside and outside the store, and plenty of outlets too! The service is A-OK, though not the friendliest I've ever encountered, as the girl helping us came off a bit stand-off-ish. But, hey, no big, I had a good time working on adult-ish assignments here. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Earl Grey Vanilla Creme (left); Almond milk Red Rocks Latte w/ no vanilla (right) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Went here for the first time today to study. I liked the natural light, comfy booths and delicious empanadas. A homeless gentleman came in, asked the price of a banana, then started counting coins and they gave him the banana instead of charging him. They made some small talk and treated him like a human being. I already liked this place because it's a good coffee shop, but I love this place now because they have heart. Too much negativity in this world, then you see a moment like this and it gives you hope. You have my business now. read more

All I have to say is that I've never had a green tea latte before, and I want another one. No, maybe I want to try the Earl Grey Vanilla Cream or even the Tea Sparkle! So many choices, so little time. I have finally found a place that puts as much effort into their tea drinks as they do their coffee drinks; maybe more. Plus, they have a selection of local baked goods and support local artists. What more can a girl ask for? They even have a patio (with an unfortunate view of an alley, but you can't have everything). I love the concept of this tea (& coffee) shoppe, and Steep delivers. read more

Kochi is a phenomenal place, the staff are kind, the drinks are too notch, and the prices are cheaper (not by much, mind you, but it's noticable) than Starbucks for 10x the coolness!! read more

The classic chai tea latte is addictive, since my second visit here I've been craving one. I love that the spices are strong and the sweetness minimal. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Trying the mocha on my sister's suggestion - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Love it love it love it! Can i give you guys more than 5 stars? Their breakfast sandwitch is my favorite food item. They have a wide range of loose leaf teas and wonderful coffee. I practically live here. If you are looking for a seat, come sit with me! By the way, there is ample parking in the lot behind the building! read more

The Kochi Cafe - Croissant breakfast sandwitch - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Super cute place and all of the employees were super sweet. Laid back types of vibes, with the smoother bowls, teas, and pastries being the cherry on top. They also have flower teas for sale inside. read more

After a hearty breakfast down the street, we stopped by Steep Tea & Coffee to try to relive our fave dirty chai from the day before (at another place... we should've known). My boyfriend and I both ordered the Chai Latte and as chai lattes go, they were good. They did their job and had that chai kick to them. But they just weren't the best. The ambience was nice inside, though. A few people busily typing on their computers sipping hot drinks and a couple of super comfy leather arm chairs in one corner. I could have fallen asleep. If I ever go back, I will have to try some of the teas on their menu because they sounded delicious. read more

Amazing place!! Originally Steep tea and coffee, but the new owners did a great job keeping the original charm and adding their own flair. Everything I've tried here is SO good- toasted coconut oolong latte, matcha latte, iced vanilla latte, iced chai, Kochi koolers, popsters..... not a bad thing on the menu! Great charm, nice staff, great location (w/ parking!!) read more

If you're looking for great service, lots of coffee options and the best pastries look no further!! Truly been my go to coffee shop to get together with friends, sit outside and read, or grab a quick coffee to go. The staff is so friendly! read more

I had the exact same experience as another person who recently posted a 1 star review. I was a big fan of Kochi cafe but on 11/28 I felt harassed and uncomfortable. I have been to this location so many times and have brought friends and family here and have bought plenty of gift cards! On this particular day I decided to catch up on some homework. As I got settled in I got focused on my assignments and lost track of time (30 min) . The worker behind the desk came up to me and asked if there was anything she could get me and I told her not at the moment. About 10 minutes later I look up and she's staring right at me, then 10 minutes later she tells me I need to buy something or leave. Her tone was mean and she made me feel embarrassed . I was the only person of color (I AM MEXICAN) and it seemed strange to me that she kept checking in on me (and ONLY ME) as if I was loitering or was not actually doing my homework. This is the first time I ever felt harassed at this place but it was enough for me not to go back. I got up afterwards and ordered a drink and continued to do my homework. Every time I looked up her eyes were on me and finally I felt too uncomfortable to stay longer so I packed up and left. It is unfortunate that these events occurred and I hope that this establishment can do better in the future for all their customers including their customers of color. read more

I am a pretty devoted tea drinker and I was on the hunt for a nice tea joint close to my home that didn't involve a very large chain. I love being able to support local businesses that support my addictions. I absolutely LOVE that the majority of their menu are teas. When I go to a cafe I usually only have 5 teas to pick from and the rest of the menu are different varieties of coffee. They have 30 different loose leaf teas on top of the special teas they make on their menu. I am usually a loose leaf tea drinker and really like the raw, original tastes of tea leaves. However, I hadn't seen such an interesting selection in tea before so I opted for their very popular Earl Grey vanilla cream. Now, the only tea I drink with cream in it is Chai, so I wasn't sure how this would taste. Let's just say I had a little bit of a tea-gasm. I could still taste the earl grey tea, but it had just the right amount of sweetness and creaminess to not overwhelm my pallet. I finished this cup of tea in one sitting (I am one of those extremely slow drinkers) and it made me wish I ordered a larger cup. This is a very cozy, intimate shop and it is the perfect place to sit and read a book or meet up with an old friend over a cup of tea. I also like the fact there is parking in the back for tea lovers convenience. The staff is also extremely friendly and helpful in explaining their tea options. I will definitely be finding excuses to come back because I have officially dubbed this place my tea heaven close to home. read more

I drive by here all the time since it's near my neighborhood but I stopped in for the first time the other day and I'm so glad I did. I was greeted right away and the staff was very friendly. The prices are super reasonable and the coffee / tea was good. I want to stop by again to try the food because it also looked tempting. I would choose this over Starbucks any day. Plus there's a nice patio so you can sit outside while you sip. read more

The Kochi Cafe - Red rocks latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Steep is one of my favorite places to come get work done any day of the week. Love the atmosphere, it's the cutest coffee shop in the area for sure. The drinks are great, would definitely recommend the Red Rocks Latte--I get mine with soy milk and it's amazing!! The matcha bowl is ok but I personally prefer the açaí bowl. Also, the prices aren't too bad either. This place is perfect no matter if you want a quick tea/coffee fix or to stay a while. The outside is quite nice too. Love Steep a lot--100% come here over the starbucks a little down the street. Way more worth it. read more

The Kochi Cafe - so good!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Great coffee and empanadas. I was really impressed with their loose teas. Loose tea is always a good sign! They serve it and also have it available for purchase by the ounce. My favorite beverage was their iced oolong tea latte with whole milk and hazelnut. It's so good I practically dream about it. read more

Currently drinking the most delicious rose mocha latte. As soon as I tasted it I opened up yelp to praise Kochi. This place really is such a gem - the interior is so pretty and also has a calm feeling to it, their drinks always surpass my already high expectations, and the staff is always kind and happy to help or answer questions. Highly recommend them! read more

Visited this cafe multiple times with my husband on our honeymoon in Denver. I love tea and my husband loves coffee, so it was perfect! So many delicious flavors! We plan to move to Denver in the future and will then become regulars, for sure! :) read more