Denver is best known for its incredible hiking trails, mountain landscapes, and craft breweries, but did you know this city has an equally impressive coffee scene? Check out these must-visit coffee shops the next time you’re in Denver!
Little Owl Coffee
With multiple trendy locations across Denver, each Little Owl Coffee shop has a vibe of its own—think marble counters, modern lighting, and sleek décor. It’s trendy yet cozy! Start your morning with a no-frills espresso or a cortado if you prefer something creamier. Craving a sweet treat with your coffee? There’s no shortage of pastries to choose from – try an apple fritter, cinnamon roll, or pumpkin old-fashioned donut. It’s the perfect spot to sit outside, and people watch!
Corvus Coffee Roasters
Corvus Coffee’s industrial-chic vibe is great for a quick morning pick-me-up, serving up aromatic coffee from Colombia, Costa Rica and Ethiopa! For something sweet, tackle your pastry cravings with a ham and gruyere croissant or a strawberry-passion fruit Danish. Pair it with a nitro cold brew or hot drip coffee, and you’re set!
Blue Sparrow Coffee
Cozy up with a warm mug at Blue Sparrow Coffee. The handwritten menu on the wall features nitro cold brew on tap, Japanese iced coffee, and classics like espresso and matcha. And their croissant flavors? Pistachio, raspberry, chocolate, almond – you might need to visit a few times to try them all!
Weathervane Cafe
Located in a historic carriage house from 1896, Weathervane Cafe’s wood paneling, cozy seating, and Persian rugs will make you feel like you’ve stepped into your grandmother’s house. The Happy Camper Latte is a fan favorite, made with espresso, maple syrup, steamed milk, and pine sugar. Pair it with a breakfast burrito or turkey sandwich – the food is just as good as the coffee!
The Wild
The Wild is part coffeehouse, part cocktail bar – so you can get the best of both worlds. Drop in for morning cappuccinos and pastries, then snag a table on the sprawling patio if the weather’s nice. By evening, it transforms into a chic cocktail spot with fantastic espresso martinis and negronis. With warm lighting and cozy booth seating, you’ll want to stay all night!
Dandy Lion Coffee
Dandy Lion Coffee is a must-visit for plant-obsessed coffee lovers. Order an iced lavender latte or jasmine iced tea, and stroll around this coffee shop that doubles as an indoor plant nursery featuring a mini-greenhouse. You’ll notice several indoor rope swings hanging near tables so you can swing and sip simultaneously. Fair warning: it’s hard to leave without a new plant friend.
Hearth Bakery
For fresh pastries sourced from locally grown Rocky Mountain grain, you can’t go wrong with Hearth Bakery. Order a flaky almond croissant or a white chocolate raspberry scone, and wash it down with a classic latte or drip iced coffee – many of the drinks come in reusable glass jars. Grab a window seat inside, or enjoy your coffee on their large patio.
Huckleberry Roasters
You’ll find several Huckleberry Roasters locations throughout the Denver area – all serving incredible coffee drinks, pastries, and other breakfast items in a modern and minimalist atmosphere. For a classic pick-me-up, try their house blend cappuccino, or go for the sweet and aromatic lavender rosemary latte for something a little different. And if you’re hungry, don’t skip the avocado toast topped with fresh lemon juice and a zesty Za’atar spice blend.
Moonflower Coffee
Exposed brick, natural lighting, and plush furnishings give Moonflower Coffee some of the best cozy vibes in Denver. While you can order a variety of coffee and espresso drinks, their homemade syrups are showstoppers—try a unique ube latte (made with purple yam) or lavender sage matcha latte. You can’t leave without a blueberry Danish or ham and cheese croissant!
Copper Door Coffee Roasters
Female-owned and dedicated to supporting women farmers, Copper Door Coffee Roasters is a Denver favorite with locations across the city, including the Denver Botanic Gardens. You’ll see funky wall art and industrial chic design no matter which shop you visit. Made with homemade syrups, their seasonal drinks are a real treat—warm up with a toasted almond latte in winter, or cool down with a pistachio or lavender matcha when the weather’s warm.
