Schmap.com supports the following browsers:
PC
 The '70s are back! |
439 East 17th Avenue Denver, CO 80203 United States +1 303 861 4841 |
What started out as a coffeehouse/workout studio has been transformed into a hipster hangout serving decadent desserts and healthy lunches. Located in uptown, this groovy place sports a retro look with sky blue hardwood floors, a clutter of tables and bright orange polyester sofa seats. The Roasted Veggie Pie is a cosmic delight. Elaine's Big Salad will satisfy leaf lovers with a hearty appetite. For dessert, do not miss the delicious Carmel Knowledge Bars. Its Saturday brunches tower as legendary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Bruce H. Seeds |
|
Artful taste |
1729 East Evans Avenue Denver, CO 80210 United States +1 303 777 7222 |
This small cafe is an artsy French spot full of comfy, flea market type furnishings. The quiche is always light and delicious and its salads use only the freshest greens with delicate dressings. The lasagna is a tasty, filling choice with a well-seasoned tomato sauce. While the dinner menu might be slight in choices (four varying meals rotate weekly), the unique flavor and professional presentation make their offering seem anything but limited. Reservations are not recommended; they are required. Note that small kids are frowned upon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
A little of everything |
1201 Cherokee Street Denver, CO 80204 United States +1 303 623 0346 |
Located just south of downtown, this secluded gem boasts all the comforts of home in a rustic lodge setting. Heavy wooden furniture creates the subtle illusion of dining inside a mountain cottage. Beautiful gardens surround the outdoor patio. The menu offers traditional morning favorites, including an incredible stack of French toast. The pancakes and omelets are recommended. For lunch try the Baked Cheese Pasta or the Italian Sausage Sandwich. Dinner features everything from Raspberry Chicken to Whitefish. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Neighborhood gathering place |
3484 West 32nd Avenue Denver, CO 80211 United States +1 303 458 5248 |
Sporting an assortment of bagels, pastries, deli style sandwiches espressos, lattes and the like, this little neighborhood coffeehouse is an integral part of a thriving area. It is one of the few places that manages to feel hip without consciously trying. Come to chat, relax with the morning paper, view artwork, sip java, and listen to musicians. Whatever your interests, this place will occupy all of your senses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
|
American-style breakfast |
236 West 13th Avenue Denver, CO 80204-2712 United States +1 303 572 0066 |
Located near the City and County Building, this is a great spot for a breakfast meeting or the perfect place to fuel up for a day of sightseeing. Locals love it for its bright, pleasant, and homey atmosphere, friendly staff (except if you have kids, it is not child friendly by any means) and inexpensively priced menu. Patio seating is available in season. Breakfast features a wide choice of egg options, including omelets, as well bagels and French toast. The lunch menu offers an array of sandwiches and salads. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: janet @ loveisblonde |
|
Ragin' Cajun |
1530, 16th Street Denver, CO 80202 United States +1 720 956 1490 |
You may start speaking in a Cajun tongue involuntarily when you step through the doors of Gumbo's Louisiana Style Café/Bar/Restaurant (depending on your perception). It bills itself as a café; as a bar, the drinks are exceptionally reasonable; but restaurant seems to be the best description because either the lunch and dinner menus read like a good ole Louisiana boy's – or girl's – dream list. The Sweet Potato Catfish topped with sautéed crabmeat and spinach will transport you to 'Nawlins quicker than Kirk's transporter. Gumbo's is part of a chain, but the Denver locale is not typical of one. -Theresa Ludwick Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Eclectic entertainment |
2199 California Street Denver, CO 80205 United States +1 303 294 9281 http://www.mercurycafe.com |
The owner of Mercury Café calls it a community center. The cafe exudes a vague hippie aura and serves as a restaurant, bakery, coffeehouse, dance club and concert hall. It is hard to pinpoint the exact style of this eclectic nightspot, serving up everything from Celtic and Cajun to theater and poetry. Swing and salsa bands are regulars on the second floor, which accommodates 350. The main dining room might feature a concert pianist one evening and a string quartet the next. The dinner menu offers salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes and steak. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Simple pleasure |
2817 East Third Avenue Denver, CO 80206 United States +1 303 399 2940 |
This popular dining alternative offers fabulous Middle Eastern fare with a heavy emphasis on good health. It lends for a good stop when running the Cherry Creek shopping gauntlet. Among the favorite dishes are various mixtures of rice and vegetables, sweet-and-sour tofu, veggie burgers, and a meatless chili that makes even carnivores nod with "this-is-darn" tasty approval. All dishes are crafted from scratch and meet strict kosher standards. Fresh juices offered too. Outdoor seating is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Gourmet coffee |
630, East Sixth Avenue Denver, CO 80203 United States +1 303 744 3323 http://www.pabloscoffee.com/ |
Drop in at Pablo's for the best gourmet coffee you've probably ever tasted. You can buy it online too. Or drop everything, walk-in and sit amidst the potted plants, checkered board roof and smell the freshly roasted coffee beans. This is a good place to read, meet people or just lounge around. The signature blends include Espresso Addicts pack, Pablo's Espresso Blend and Two-Stroke Smoke to name a few. Also available are Indonesian and African coffees. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
A cultivated coffee shop |
1553 Platte Street Denver, CO 80202 United States +1 303 455 2451 |
Just across the Platte River from downtown, this happening spot has quietly endured the upscale changes of the neighborhood and remains a hip coffee house for young and old patrons alike. Artwork, Internet access and a connecting bookstore give this coffee shop a cultivated countenance. A late night menu and live entertainment keep the place active. The food is fast but fresh, and among the favorites are the grilled three-cheese sandwich and the roast beef wrap. Fresh fruit and vegetarian items abound. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: ellis sperry |
 Photo: louderthanadam  |
|
Political perks |
1300 Pennsylvania Street Denver, CO 80203 United States +1 303 860 0400 |
Packed with legislators and lobbyists (it is only two blocks from the Colorado State Capitol Building) fueling up on caffeine and designer coffee, Penn Street Perk is a bustling joint buzzing with political gossip. But once the movers and shakers scurry back to the office, this is the perfect place to order a latte or cappuccino, relax on the patio, and catch a glimpse of Denver's city life. Besides the multitude of coffee and espresso selections you can pick up some tasty bakery items and panni sandwiches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Robin DeGrassi |
|
Home cooking |
5131 South Yosemite Street Denver, CO 80111 United States +1 303 221 2677 |
If you need a quiet escape from the DTC business grind, head over to On the Rock Café and Grill for a taste of Cathy Upchurch's cooking. It is literally like leaving the office and heading to your mom's house for a homemade meal. The family owned establishment has mom (Cathy Upchurch) in the kitchen creating new spins on breakfast and lunch classics. Breakfast selections range from the healthy to the decadent, including the Double Rock Slide, which features bacon, eggs, sausage, pancakes and hash browns. The lunch menu offers a variety of sandwiches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Award-winning burritos |
2005 W 33rd Ave Denver, CO 80211 United States +1 303 455 0608 |
Even after a much-needed renovation, the Rosa Linda Café still has the tawdry charm that regulars have come to expect. The coats of paint did not displace the murals and paintings that create such ambiance. The place is still family-operated with love and care. The award-winning shredded beef burritos highlight the menu and the green chili elevates Mexican grub into an art form (not to be compared with that on the walls), making the chili rellenos another delight. It rates as extremely family-friendly. Review © 2007, Wcities |
