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Coffee in Highlands

Middle State Coffee

4.6
130 Google reviews

One of 27 coffee we've tracked near Highlands.

Things to Know

Middle State Coffee is a quality-focused Denver coffee shop known for smooth lattes and expertly crafted specialty drinks, located in a walkable neighborhood with excellent nearby restaurants.

The experience here hinges on who's behind the counter—when you get the right barista (particularly Ebony), you get personalized recommendations and expertly crafted drinks, but consistency varies across the staff.

  • High-quality beans and smooth, well-executed lattes that reviewers consistently praise
  • Exceptional service from certain baristas who take time to explain the menu and customize drinks to your taste preferences
  • Great neighborhood location with accessible, LGBTQ+ friendly space and outdoor seating perfect for people-watching
  • Consistency issues—some baristas produce burnt-tasting drinks compared to the standout staff members

Based on Google reviews · AI summarized

Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Closed now

People Order

  • iced latte
  • matcha with oat milk
  • chai
  • vanilla syrup drinks

What Visitors Say

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Lindsey Howard

5 months ago

One of the best coffee shops in Denver! The lattes are always smooth and delicious, and you can tell they use quality beans. I love grabbing a cup here and bringing their beans home too — they make great coffee every time. Super consistent, great flavor, and just an all-around solid spot for coffee lovers.

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Kim Boone

5 months ago

Love love love Ebony and the energy she brings to this space. She took the time to walk through the whole menu and what it all means, for myself/Mother in law & sister in law. It can be confusing and overwhelming at times when ordering at different spots & for her to take the time to explain was incredible. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, hilarious, and is a person who helps make you feel empowered. Her drinks are fantastic! Giving her what you typically like and she came up with new options for us to explore our likes and palates. Whenever we try to come back for that same experience with other baristas there, is not quite the same. Kind staff but most of their drinks can be unfortunately burnt tasting. Our hope is that they have Ebony do a teaching course for the rest of the staff there, so they can be at her calibre. Thanks for always creating an outstanding experience, Ebony! 🙌👏🩷

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Sierra Lawrow

4 months ago

We are from out of state and wanted a pick me up on our drive back home. Swung in and was happily surprised! We both got matcha with oat-milk, one iced and the other warm with vanilla syrup. It’s so hard to come by good quality matcha’s but these were both great! The service was amazing too -such joyous people. 🙌

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Stephanie S

8 months ago

Cute coffee shop, very hipster. They were out of mocha but I had an iced latte my husband had a chai. They made a pretty design on his! Very good!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Middle State Coffee worth it in Highlands?

The experience here hinges on who's behind the counter—when you get the right barista (particularly Ebony), you get personalized recommendations and expertly crafted drinks, but consistency varies across the staff. Known for: smooth lattes and knowledgeable barista vibes.

What should I order at Middle State Coffee?

Popular choices at Middle State Coffee include iced latte, matcha with oat milk, chai, vanilla syrup drinks.

What do visitors love about Middle State Coffee?

High-quality beans and smooth, well-executed lattes that reviewers consistently praise Exceptional service from certain baristas who take time to explain the menu and customize drinks to your taste preferences Great neighborhood location with accessible, LGBTQ+ friendly space and outdoor seating perfect for people-watching

Is there anything to know before visiting Middle State Coffee?

Consistency issues—some baristas produce burnt-tasting drinks compared to the standout staff members

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