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    Capital Tea

    4.2 (171 reviews)
    Open 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for working

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    Bonni R.

    My girls took me to Capital Tea for high tea for my birthday and Mother's Day. Parking was a little challenging so we had to park around the block on a residential street. Upon entering the tea room we were in the middle of the crowded seating area. The room is relatively small and there's not much room between tables. We were pointed to our table and sat down and waited. Because the room was full, service was very slow - but friendly. It took over 15 minutes to get our 1st tea pots and much longer to get our scones. The tea was very good but as the afternoon wore on the tea was steeped less and less and was very weak. All of the food items were very good and the variety was perfect. About an hour after we received our 1st round of tea we were told that it was last call for our "unlimited" tea. We had only had our main food tower for about 20 minutes and were actively still eating. But apparently they go by the time of your reservation - slow service notwithstanding. That was a little off putting but because of how nice the 2 servers were, we didn't say anything. The staff really was working hard - they just couldn't keep up with the crowd. I had a very nice time and really enjoyed the food and tea but I wouldn't go back on a weekend.

    Kristen S.

    I popped in here right before a nail appt. I needed a bite to eat and some caffeine and saw this place as trekking in January snow far was not in the cards lol. Soo...first off, such a cute aesthetic inside. Had a vintage tea house vibes. I ended up needing something quick so I went for a Chai tea latte and a blt sandwich. The latte was pretty good but for sure reason the addition of the syrup added sweetness. But who cares! It was good and warming on a cold day. I liked it. The blt was great for a morning bite. They had other sandwiches I wanted to try but needed quick and handheld. This is a cute spot on Broadway and I will be back in.

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    Kait S.

    I have been here many times for high tea over the years and it is always a delight. The teas are delicious, you can drink multiple pots, and they have delicious selections. The staff are always attentive and knowledgeable. Also the shop is adorable and don't we all need an excuse to wear one of your five hand knitting shawls?!? (Okay maybe just me but fun all the same ) They have been able to do gf and vegetarian tea towers for me the last two times I have gone and I am so happy they offer this. A little corn and cheese pupusa, their stuffing cups, and the little treats are always a highlight. The gf bread they use for their sandwiches is quite dry and crummy unfortunately. Although fairly normal for gf bread I think the gf sandwiches would be improved by toasting the bread, putting on extra cream cheese spread, or switching to a different bread brand.

    Vilma S.

    Went with the family to afternoon tea and so impressed by this quaint and cozy tea shop! Staff was super-friendly, so knowledgeable about the different varieties of teas and gave us great recommendations. Definitely make a reservation ahead of time because they fill up quickly. We were immediately seated and the table was comfortable and everything was well-placed and beautiful. Excellent variety of teas, finger sandwiches and scones. So fun trying everything and presentation was top-notch and delicious!

    Laurie F.

    This place is so cute! My husband and I were visiting Denver for our wedding anniversary. I'm originally from England and it's not always easy to find a good tea shop but this place was great. I saw the Brown palace had afternoon tea but was disappointed we couldn't get a reservation there. So my hubby searched and found this place and it was perfect. They had lunch options but we went for the traditional afternoon tea for 2, it was all made in house and there was so much food. I would recommend for a date or a girls day :)

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    Camille H.

    Took another friend here for her birthday to treat her to high tea. It was a great experience until it was time to pay. Everything was just as good as my last visit but I was a little stunned when I went to pay for our high tea at the end of our reservation. I was under the assumption it was going to be $40 a person as it says on their online pricing and that's what it was for my last visit. It came to $108 for two of us. The guy ringing me up said it was because it was Valentine's Day. What? It was 3 days after Valentine's Day and I was never told of any up-charge ahead of time for making a reservation today (I made it a few weeks ago). I didn't make a big deal there since I was treating my friend but after tip I paid quite a bit.. I feel it was way too expensive and I'm not too happy.

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    Deborah M.

    What a cozy, friendly tea shop! We had London fog and buttery shortbread- who could ask for more on a chilly day?!

    Scone, Shortbread, Clotted Cream and Jam, Two Pots of Tea
    Cait Z.

    We love coming in here for their tea! If you'd just like to take some home, there's quite a selection. The person working where you order has always been super helpful and makes great suggestions. We sat down and had a relaxing mid day treat with their scones, shortbread, and two pots of tea. I would love to have a book club meeting or something similar here in the future.

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    Hannah C.

    What a gem of a tea shop. We booked an afternoon tea date for two following a backpacking trip and fell in love. They were very accommodating despite us being slightly late due to traffic driving back in town. We were presented with the tea list which is categorized by base i.e. green, white, black tea and herbal. The list is super extensive but we got plenty of help from the very knowledgeable waitress who was more than happy to outline the profiles of teas we were curious about or offer suggestions based on what flavors we were looking for. The duration of tea time gives you the chance to try about 2-3 pots of tea. Each pot holds about two large teacup's worth of tea. (Definitely great for rehydrating after a backpacking trip!!) We each had a scone with jam and clotted cream for the first pot, followed by a three-tier cake stand of treats. The treats we had that day included 'pigs in a blanket', spanakopita, a savory muffin, mini sandwiches, mini custard fruit tarts and cake slices. We really enjoyed each of the teas we tried and luckily high tea comes with a 10% discount of same-day purchases so we happily took some of our favorites home The interior is cozy with lots of natural sunlight streaming in. Just like the lighting, the staff are bright and cheery! The tea sets were precious with an eccentric blend of modern and antique.

    Atmosphere at Capital Tea.
    Angelique D.

    I loved this place even before I walked in. It's a small, cozy, eccentric Tea House on South Broadway. They have an extensive selection of teas. My eye caught a glance right away of a Pistachio Rose Pu'er, and when I asked about it, Nina and Thaddeus recommended it. They said it was such a popular tea they have to limit how much they sell of it in bulk. I'm drinking it as we speak and I am not leaving here without my ration. Its phenomenal! Looking at their selection, I want to try so many, but I have to limit my consumption of caffeine. I'm going to come here after yoga on Broadway every weekend now. I'm so glad I found this tea house in Denver! It's definitely exactly what I wanted in terms of atmosphere, quality, and the High Tea experience!

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    Lovely spot for a low key bridal shower, excellent service and delicious tea and a relaxed vibe.

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    A cozy shop with tables and comfy sofas. The food is delicious and the tea selection vast. The wait staff is knowledgeable and friendly.

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    Terrible service. The tea i received was cold and the sandwiches were soggy. Definitely not worth the price

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    Very friendly staff, fantastic tea selection and yummy afternoon tea. Great neighborhood spot!

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    4.7(24 reviews)
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    Goudys Deli & Market - Dining area close to the door facing the parking lot

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    4.6(878 reviews)
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    Leven Deli Co. is what would happen if Ron Swanson opened a Jewish deli in downtown Denver and let…read moresouthern blues play over the speakers while he worked. There's no performance here, no hospitality theater, no one asking how the first few bites are treating you. You walk up to the counter, you order, you take a number, you sit down. The food does the talking. And the food has a lot to say. I went on a bright Wednesday morning with a couple of friends and ordered the classic breakfast, swapping bacon for pastrami (a first for me) with an everything biscuit on the side (also a first). Both were revelations. The eggs over-hard might be the best version of that order I've ever gotten from a restaurant -- just a whisper of uncooked yolk in the center, perfectly seared on both sides. Skillet potatoes were spot-on. The skillet pastrami was rich and properly crisped at the edges. And the two generous slices of sourdough arrived with a scratch-made blueberry jam that I ended up smearing on everything I could -- sourdough, biscuit, probably would've eaten it with a spoon if no one was looking. My friend ordered the breakfast sandwich, which clearly belongs in the staples category. The baguette was the star: toasted outside, pillow-soft inside, zero tug-of-war with your teeth. That detail alone tells you the kitchen cares. This is the Ron Swanson part: there's an unapologetic confidence to this place. They know exactly what they're doing, they're not trying to oversell it, and they're not interested in charming you into liking it. They're just going to hand you something excellent and trust you to figure out the rest. The coffee was good. The food was setting-a-benchmark good. A real 5 out of 5 stars, no pickin nits. Mild observation, not a complaint: the service is counter-only, no traditional table service. Would Matthew McConaughey or Reese Witherspoon dropping plates off elevate the experience? Sure. But Ron wouldn't have it any other way, and honestly, neither would I after eating here. If I lived within 45 minutes of downtown Denver, this would be my destination breakfast. As it is, I'm a 12 hour drive away, and if it were only 11, perhaps I'd go tomorrow. The real downside? The food was so good I completely forgot to take a picture.

    In Denver on the way home tonight and need a great sandwich for the plane. I've been to Denver…read morenumerous times and have never heard of Levan's Deli. That changes tonight. We arrived at noon only to find a huge crowd with everyone enjoying outside dining on a sunny day. This place is hopping and the staff is working their butts off. The energy here super high and I wish we were not pressed for time. We ordered a 12 day old pastrami on an unbelievable home-made toasted rye bread with Jarlsberg, Levin sauce and cabbage. The sandwich was hot, tasty and flavor-packed. The crust was a bit tough but it did not stop me from inhaling. The menu is vast, energy is high and this is a place you just were you want to be. I can't wait to return with plenty of time to drool over the menu and survey the dishes flying out of the kitchen. Great job, fun environment and tasty food, congrats Levin Deli!

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    Leven Deli - Pastrami Reuben Sandwich with French Curry Potato Salad

    Pastrami Reuben Sandwich with French Curry Potato Salad

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