Coffee in Capitol Hill
Buzz Cafe
Rates above the average for coffee near Capitol Hill — one of 27 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
Buzz Cafe is a craft coffee shop and cafe housed in a converted gas station in Denver, known for quality espresso drinks and fresh pastries at independent-cafe prices, with a drive-thru window and spacious seating.
A beloved local spot where baristas consistently deliver friendly, fast service in a creatively repurposed building, though coffee quality can be inconsistent.
- ✓Fresh, real pastries and croissant breakfast sandwiches made in-house
- ✓Spacious, welcoming atmosphere inside a genuinely unique converted gas station building
- ✓Fast, friendly, and consistent service from knowledgeable baristas
- ✓Competitive pricing comparable to chain coffee shops despite being locally owned
- ⚠Coffee quality varies — some drinks taste burnt and milk doesn't always foam properly with their oat milk
- ⚠Food items like burritos may be pre-made, frozen, or microwaved rather than freshly prepared
Based on Google reviews · AI summarized
Hours
Monday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
People Order
- —croissant breakfast sandwich
- —latte
- —pastries
What Visitors Say
Gabe Hale
3 weeks ago
Don't go to Starbucks. This place has good coffee, a huge crossaint breakfast sandwich, real pastries, and its a cool building. All for the same price. Support small local businesses
Kim HE
a year ago
My goodness this is my absolute favorite café in Denver now!! The baristas are awesome. I know they’re craft and this is inside an old gas station. I think it is just the most creative and cutest thing. It’s not expensive and loads of seating!
Amy T.
2 months ago
Nice people and great set up with the driver thru. The latte I got was not what I expected. The coffee tasted burnt and as someone in another review said about them using Kirkland oat milk, it didn't foam well. It was as if a large amount of heated milk and syrup had been poured into burnt coffee.
Spencer
a month ago
Ordered a burrito and wish I knew before that for 5.50 I was getting a frozen l/microwaved product with tons of crap I it. It was super thin and was barely filling or edible. They should be more upfront, I could have got the same product a block away and made it in the microwave myself for $2.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Buzz Cafe worth it in Capitol Hill?
A beloved local spot where baristas consistently deliver friendly, fast service in a creatively repurposed building, though coffee quality can be inconsistent. Known for: craft coffee in a converted gas station.
What should I order at Buzz Cafe?
Popular choices at Buzz Cafe include croissant breakfast sandwich, latte, pastries.
What do visitors love about Buzz Cafe?
Fresh, real pastries and croissant breakfast sandwiches made in-house Spacious, welcoming atmosphere inside a genuinely unique converted gas station building Fast, friendly, and consistent service from knowledgeable baristas Competitive pricing comparable to chain coffee shops despite being locally owned
Is there anything to know before visiting Buzz Cafe?
Coffee quality varies — some drinks taste burnt and milk doesn't always foam properly with their oat milk Food items like burritos may be pre-made, frozen, or microwaved rather than freshly prepared
How expensive is Buzz Cafe?
Buzz Cafe is inexpensive — a budget-friendly pick, with a 4.7-star rating from 390 Google reviews.
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