All best recommendations come from Reddit, right? Well that's how I heard about this amazing cafe. A mom & pop cafe with home cooking and attentive staff made me feel like I was back in the good ol' days! I can't recommend the cinnamon roll enough. It's definitely one of the better c-rolls I've ever had. Pair that with its low price point and it is a MUST ORDER! The Chicken Fried Steak with brown gravy is as advertised, it didn't blow me away, but it did satiate my appetite. And again, paired with its relatively low price point I was a happy lil eater. If you're in the area of a Butcher Block Cafe trust Reddit, or me, and go! read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Cinnamon Roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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We went here to have our luggage held while we waiting for our delayed flight. The guy was really nice and helpful! We didn't eat here but I definitely recommend them for keeping your luggage safe! read more

This place is a hidden gem and amazing breakfast place that gives you that diner experience. Very friendly staff and the food is quickly served but taste amazing. The cinnamon roll is seriously the best and is a must. Seating can get tight on the weekends so get here early. You won't be disappointed. read more

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The cinnamon roll was the best I've had in Denver and I am a cinnamon roll lover. The rest of the food was solid especially the smothered burrito. The service was great and the old diner feel is cozy. read more

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Went to "Butcher Block Cafe" in early May 2026 and they didn't disappoint. The cinnamon roll is a delicious as all the other reviews say. I also liked their smothered breakfast burrito which was the perfect amount of food for the price. I got the burrito, cinnamon roll and iced tea for under $20 with tip. Will be coming back! read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Cinnamon roll Smothered Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Quick service!! Placed an order for pick up during lunch hour and my order was ready in less than 10min. I ordered the smothered breakfast burrito and a home made cinnamon roll! They were both delicious. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Homemade Cinnamon Roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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DANG! Was at the RINO County Club and saw this place advertising homemade Cinnamon Rolls! Wow! These guys are big and easily one if the best the four in our group have had. The lady at the counter gave amazing service and was very friendly. We did not eat a meal here, but looking at some of the others there eating, it all looked good and smelled good. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Great throw back place! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Stopped by on Saturday for a late breakfast. The parking lot is small but plenty of street parking. We were able to get a table right away. We had to try their cinnamon roll and it did not disappoint. It was soft, warm and gooey. Im already wanting to go back. Their french toast is classic and the one slice, egg & bacon is the perfect size dish with the cinnamon roll. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Cinnamon roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

If you love breakfast food, this spot is a must-try! The food is always consistent, the prices are affordable, and the servers are incredibly friendly. It feels like stepping back in time, not your trendy brunch spot, but the kind of place that serves all your go-to breakfast classics just right. It's a seat-yourself setup, first come, first served, which adds to the cozy, hometown feel. Think of it as a family-owned, elevated version of Waffle House. Parking is limited to a small lot, but there's free street parking and additional spots across the street at the RTD lot. read more

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I am still dreaming and drooling over the homemade cinnamon roll. That was sooo delicious with the glaze over it and yummy cinnamon-ness!! It was very filling but also hard to stop eating ;0) My husband ordered the hash browns with green chili sauce, pancakes, and toast and it was all good too! The hostess was very nice and helpful. It has a cute ambiance with a diner feel and welcoming atmosphere. read more

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I LOVE this cafe. I usually try to go for breakfast! The staff is AMAZING! The cinnamon rolls might be more amazing (; The food comes out quick, hot and tastes fresh! I love how personable all the employees are while still being quick on their feet and getting everything done in a timely manner. After 3:30 you can get a burger and fries for like $5 !!! And it is actually good!! Can't beat that! It's nice to find a place that still looks and feels like an old diner. They upkeep it well and never lose that retro feeling! Such a fun place! Glad it's in the neighborhood! read more

Ashley was fantastic! Earlier in the day we stopped off to drop off our luggage. Yes you read right. They have a service called Luggage Hero (yes they were our hero!). We dropped off our luggage for a small fee & we were able to enjoy walking around town. We came back later in the evening to pick up our luggage & decided to have one of their homemade cinnamon rolls (family owned recipe). It was absolutely delicious! It was eaten faster than remembering to take a photo! Lol. We already ate dinner otherwise this diner looks like they would "deliver!" The menu looks great & the prices are even better. Thanks Team Butcher Block Cafe! We will be back! read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I fell for an Instagram post showing fresh cinnamon rolls and 24/7 service, but the reality was disappointing. The cinnamon rolls were reheated in a microwave and not freshly made. Even worse, the staff were very unprofessional talking negatively about a coworker while I was the only customer there. My food order wasn't prepared fresh either; it looked like it was just scraped from the griddle. Unfortunately, this visit didn't live up to expectations. I wouldn't recommend it. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Cinnamon roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I had an amazing breakfast at Butcher Block Cafe this morning! Food was delicious, we tried a bit of everything... a smothered breakfast burrito, cinnamon roll, Denver omelette, and biscuits with gravy; everything was delicious. The service was fast and friendly! read more

Corned beef hash paired with the rye toast was every one bit worth every one bite. I enjoyed this so deeply and gracefully surrounded by the authentic atmosphere with real people and personalities through all employees!! read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Such a delightful gem to drop into for not only the delicious food, but the atmosphere - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I was so excited to try this spot. The reviews looked promising but that was where it ended sadly. As you walk in it gives you a classic diner feel. But something was off. I set myself at a table and noticed that a couple of people after me were told by a server to go to another side of the room. So I decided to wait there and see what happened and why she ushered what seems to be her regulars to the other side. After a bit of a wait a server finally approached me. I had been waiting a while and let him know and so I was glad that I was being helped because I thought I was in the wrong section. He gives me the menu and goes up to the counter and that is when I noticed that he messed with his nose, his mouth, and was rubbing on his face before and after being on his phone. And then he proceeded to adjust his pants and his shirt so much that I could see a good 6 in of his back. When he came back to ask me if I was ready to order I let him know that I saw him adjust his clothes and mess with his face and nose and I was hoping that he would be washing his hands. He said yes, and I assume that he was going to go to wash his hands immediately after our conversation but he did not. He then took out his pen and notepad and proceeded to take the order of another person at the counter instead of washing his hands. So, I decided that I didn't want to eat there because he did not take 2 seconds to wash his hands after I had called him out on not washing his hands after touching on his nose and his face and his mouth, to which he decided to only explain why he adjusted his clothes after I called him out about it. It completely took my appetite away and I told him that I would just be heading out. And did not get the what looked to be yummy Cinnamon rolls. I also thought that it would be too weird to ask to go to the section of the server who seem to be amazing. So sad. I'm from out of town and so obviously I won't be able to go back anytime soon. But not sure if ever. 3 stars for the server who cared and the possibility of what looked to be amazing food. read more

I love the atmosphere and the staff. The food is good too. We have been coming here for years.

why did it take me so long to come dine in at this gem? super affordable food. sat myself, quickly served. food fresh and yummy. their bottled syrup is warm! hot sauce options. simply lovely. I'll be back for my burger special. shout out Sue at the register! happy and full. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - $5 burger special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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I miss the DINER scene in Denver, so glad to stumbled across this one. It's your basic diner eats, nothing mind blowing here. But it's clean, the staff is super friendly, and for the price, you can't beat it! They are famous for their cinnamon roll so, of course I had to try one. It's good, loaded with cinnamon and sugar, definitely enough to share. I'm more of a cream cheese frosting fan myself, but for the price and portion says I would order it again. The cheeseburger was tasty. It's your basic DINER cheeseburger, but sometimes simple is best! And at this location they are currently offering $5 burger and fries after 3:30 PM. (It's $1 extra to add cheese). Much better taste, quality and price than McDonald's or most other fast food drive-throughs! read more

Butcher Block Cafe - $6.00 cheese burgers & fries special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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I came early on Thursday morning just after 6am. I could smell the cinnamon rolls from the parking lot. A good sign. Even though they open at 5am, I was the only customer at 6am. The inside is typical diner decor reminiscent of the 1960's. Very clean with no adverse smells. Nice large printed & laminated menu. No QR codes. I chose the cinnamon roll straight off. Then I got a veggie 3 egg omelet smothered with their vegetarian green chili & home fries. I also got buttered rye toast with jelly and coffee. They use whole milk instead of creamer. The cinnamon roll was loaded with cinnamon and slightly gooey. A dollop of butter on top. Not overglazed. Only $4!!. The vegetable omelet was well stuffed and the green chili had a bit of heat. The home fries were crunchy. I added Tapatio salsa picante. Fresh hot coffee with free refills and pretty rye toast. They accept cash or debit/credit cards. Tips are shared. read more

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I went in specifically for the cinnamon roll which my hotel said was a must try. Once I got on yelp I saw the same and it was within walking distance so I went over around 8 am on a Saturday. This is a typical diner establishment and it was bustling. The ladies at the front counter were very welcoming and took my order and prepped it right away. The cinnamon roll was worth the trip and was well enjoyed on their patio on a beautiful Denver morning. read more

Such a great old fashioned breakfast diner. Coffee was excellent. Food was amazing. Pancakes, eggs, crispy bacon and hashbrowns ...YUM!

Serenity was Amazing ! For a very young waitress I was impressed with her service & skill & personality . These days that's hard to find even with a very seasoned server. I have been a Server & Bartender for 30 years and the staff runs this like place so smoothly with the Owner watching every table like a Hawk ! Food came out in minutes on a Sunday morning Wow! Very impressed with staff , food & service . Everyone was happy & helpful . Greeting in & out with a smile . Five stars read more

This place is so nostalgic. Has nicely priced diner fare on a loud street and the couple who own this place are the sweetest. Competent with allergies and super accommodating and friendly, great people watching. If you want to go to a diner, this is a great authentic one. read more

This is a hole-in-the -wall place in the RiNo area. The place is pretty casual. Service is pretty fast and food is pretty good. We ordered the cinnamon rolls and had to order another one to go. I ordered the chicken fried steak and it was delicious. But the star on my plate was the hash browns. It was soooooo good. read more

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Located on the edge of RiNo/Elyria Swansea and it serves as a good reminder of what the area used to be. This place serves quality food with no frills. The staff is friendly and the service is quick. Stepping inside feels like being transported back in time -- in a good way. I get the round house every single time and smother it in gravy. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Round House - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Service was great when ordering food to go. They were pretty busy when I was there, but it looked like everyone was happy. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Butcher's block is a great stop for a quick, very reasonable priced breakfast. I love the lowkey, retro atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back to try the cinnamon rolls! read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Ham and Cheese Omelette with green peppers - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We stopped here before heading towards Colorado Springs for the day. It wasn't full yet but was getting there. We sat at the countertop and got greeted and taken care of right away. I got the #1 breakfast that came with 2 eggs, choice of meat and choice of pancake or French toast. The food was good and a perfect portion size. The prices were cheap too. Good hole in the wall cafe. read more

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Already had breakfast, was driving by and saw the "homemade cinnamon rolls" on the outside. Had to do a U-turn and have a cinnamon and coffee. BEST EVER! read more

I have a local friend that turned me onto TBB. I ordered the Triple A Omelette with a side of Chorizo. I love how they put fresh green peppers in the omelette rather than grilled as I don't digest cooked peppers well. A tasty omelette. The chorizo was flavorful. The service was excellent and friendly. Coffee is restaurant grade and you can easily drink a gallon. A surprisingly spacious dining area. However I can see how this spot could fill up quickly due to many like me who enjoy the diner experience. A small parking area however there is room for parking on the street nearby. If you are alone there is a good sized bar to eat and scroll through your phone for company. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Dining area - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Food is freaking amazing!!!! Cooked to perfection and it smells so good in here omg! The service was so speedy and the chef came out to see how everything was and chatted with us :) people were soooo nice here and the vibes were so cute. Totally a little adorable coffee shop vibe. I love it and will be back! read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Breakfast menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Of course the hole in the wall spot was going to have the best food! Went on a Friday morning, they were pretty busy with a steady flow of customers. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - The Super A" - I was skeptical at first sight, but it tasted good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Why oh why did it take me so long to try Butcher Block...For years I've complained that Denver doesn't have a greasy diner with east coast vibes, and Butcher Block has been here all along! 10/10 cinnamon roll and bacon breakfast burrito! You aren't doing Butcher Block right if you don't get a cinnamon roll. The veggie omelet was just okay, wouldn't order again. Coffee was the typical water-y diner coffee that is basically a hug in liquid form. Quick service, fair prices, tasty food, great vibes, we will be back! read more

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The Butcher Block is legit. Generous portions. Yummy flavors. Great breakfast and reasonably priced. Cinnamon rolls are to die for! I love that it's so close to downtown Denver. A hole in the wall that You gotta go visit. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Breakfast Burrito, Biscuits and Gravy, Homemade Cinnamon Roll with one coffee. $22 are you kidding me?! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Our go-to for breakfast weekly. The cinnamon rolls are a sweet, buttery, and salty dessert on steroids, always a temptation. The roundhouse, and 1/2 roundhouse, are made for the hungry and uncomplicated. Along with the constantly filled coffee cup, it makes for a solid breakfast for any of Denver's weather personalities. The staff make this place though. Welcoming, quick and friendly, it is a pleasure eating food provided by them. Thanks to the brothers for building their dream in Denver. read more

I've used the term "no frills" in my fair share of reviews over the years. Though overused, my tiny brain can't find a more appropriate phrase for Butcher Block Cafe. The Denver diner, with multiple locations, has been a reliable staple since the late 70s. You walk in and it's like a near movie set. From all the movie scenes you've watched at a diner, Butcher Block could damn well be one of them. Long counter with seating (better known as the front row), window booths and a two awnings of hanging menu boards. I also want to mention that I'm in RiNo often, especially this section of town. However for the longest time I thought this place was abandoned. Maybe they closed up shop during Covid, but I just never saw them open. To my fancy, they are indeed open and serving the community. Breakfast all day. Yep, that's what I want at a place like this. No fuss, nothing fancy, just gimme the flat-top style brekkie. Eggs, potatoes, toast and bacon. Boy, does it go down smooth. Especially with that bottomless coffee where they refill it multiple times (queue, Mr. Pink). It's nothing mind-blowing, but should it be? Damnit, it's just right. Prices are right (even now), portions are large and the vibe is appropriate. Listen to the gossip amongst the servers, watch the kitchen prep your food, and soak in the glory of the old fashioned, American diner. The greasy spoon tour of Denver starts here. read more

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This is exactly what I expected an old school diner to be. Server was very kind and patient. Food came out really quick. My friend got a breakfast plate and a side of biscuits and gravy. I got a breakfast burrito with sausage, eggs, hashbrowns, and cheese that was smothered in country gravy. We shared a cinnamon roll that looked great, but unfortunately tasted old. Because the food came out fast my burrito wasn't soggy at all, though. Everything needed salt and pepper, but I don't mind adding that. The prices were great. They do have a parking lot, which is nice. I plan on coming back for sure. read more

Butcher Block Cafe - Breakfast Burrito, Homemade Cinnamon Roll, Biscuits and Gravy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Excellent service and amazing cinnamon rolls! I see why this place gets 5 stars! The owner/chef? Mickey, Welcomed us and was so personable walking up to each patron and thanked them for coming in. That's awesome. Our breakfast was just eggs and steak and other regular breakfast stuff. But the service is top notch. read more

Like a well oiled machine. These ladies (and all staff) hustle. Very friendly, food was out faster than any place I've been. Went two days in a row and exceptional. The cinnamon roll was everything you'd hope for--warm, gooey, chunks of cinnamon and sugar throughout, and huge. Got the quaint diner feel. I hope they live on forever. read more