Downtown · The Center of It All
Best Coffee near Downtown
Coffee shops built for the commuter and the laptop crowd — fast, good, and spread out enough that you can almost always find a seat on a weekday morning.
Top picks: 16th Street (4.2★), King’s Smoke & Vape (4.9★), The Cheesecake Factory (4.2★). 43 coffee tracked in and around Downtown.
Top Local Picks
#116th Street
16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80265, USA
Known for: Free shuttle, shopping, dining all walkable
King’s Smoke & Vape
1551 Champa St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Late-night smoke shop with real good vibes
The Cheesecake Factory
1201 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Massive portions, killer cheesecake, hit-or-miss execution
#4Syrup Downtown
999 18th St Ste 105, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Creative breakfast with legendary beignets
Novo Coffee
1600 Glenarm Pl, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Locally roasted coffee with house-made syrups
More coffee near Downtown
CoffeeClosedLittle Owl Coffee
1555 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Hidden gem specialty coffee downtown
PokeClub
1520 Stout St #1a, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fresh poke bowls, spicy ramen, creative boba
CoffeeClosedStarbucks Coffee Company
303 16th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Baristas who actually care about your order
Fluid Coffee Bar
1667 Stout St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Owner-operated coffee with real care
Vibe Coffee and Wine
1490 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Spacious café with great cocktails and wifi
OBENTO
709 16th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Cheap, fresh japanese food, fast
MAD Greens Salads - Downtown Denver
1600 Stout St #100, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fresh salads and customizable bowls downtown
I Heart Denver
500 16th St Mall #264, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Denver souvenirs that actually don't suck
BakeryClosedTrompeau Bakery + Cafe
934 16th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fresh croissants and cinnamon rolls daily
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
500 16th Street Ste 118, Denver Pavilions, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Handcrafted chocolate treats with serious variety
The Yard Milkshake Bar
1600 California St #2, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Instagram-ready shakes in collectible jars
Amante Coffee at the Oxford
1612 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Old-world Denver charm meets European coffeehouse
CaféClosedIchigo Matcha
1351 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Authentic matcha soft-serve and ceremonial whisked drinks
Little Owl Coffee - Populus
240 14th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Modern coffee gem in a carbon-free hotel
CaféClosedLittle Owl Coffee - Tremont
410 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Excellent espresso in a stunning lobby setting
Little Finch
1490 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Cozy bakery vibes with excellent coffee
Handcraft Espresso
1999 Broadway, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Specialty coffee drinks with genuine care
Jamba
701 16th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Smoothies and juices, hit-or-miss service
Corner Bakery Cafe
717 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Hit-or-miss sandwiches in a cozy spot
Flora
380 W 12th Ave, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Known for: Elevated coffee and cocktails, neighborhood gem
CoffeeClosedTuscany Coffee & Deli
1600 Stout St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Artisan bagels and skillfully crafted lattes
CoffeeOpenlil Coffea Shop 6th Ave
300 E 6th Ave #5, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Late-night coffee spot with genuine hospitality
ClosedSundae - 16th Street
1600 Glenarm Pl Apt 120, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Handcrafted ice cream cones that melt hearts
ink! Coffee 1801
1801 California St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Specialty coffee that beats chain rivals
My Favorite Muffin
1750 16th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fresh muffins and sandwiches, reasonable prices
Cinnabon
500 16th St Mall #138, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Skip this location, try cherry creek instead
Handcraft Espresso
1001 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Denver's best lavender latte destination
Walgreens
801 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Convenient location, inconsistent service quality
ClosedThe Evil Bean
1515 Arapahoe St Ste 2-200, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Hidden gem with killer food prices
Mendocino Farms
1380 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Fast-casual sandwiches with farm-fresh ingredients
CoffeeOpenJavai Coffee
1608 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Premium espresso at starbucks prices, open always
illy caffè
918 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Italian espresso drinks in a calm cafe
CoffeeClosedPipsqueak
1949 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Creatively crafted coffee in a cozy wood-filled space
CoffeeClosedThe DNVR Coffee Co
Inside Main Lobby, 999 18th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Expertly crafted lattes from local roasters
CaféClosedLilac Coffee
1099 18th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Creative lattes and pastries, genuine warmth
Duel Coffee
1616 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Early morning espresso in the hotel lobby
1900 Coffee Tea & Eats
1900 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Friendly pop-up serving excellent espresso and matcha
Javai Coffee
400 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Affordable coffee that tastes absolutely amazing
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