A true gem of this community. This is something denver is so lucky to have. Beautiful spot, so many interesting and creative people in there, lots of inspiration all around. A true relic of another era, evidenced by the high rises going up around it. Thank you for what you do :) read more

Really unique atmosphere that enraptured me the longer I stayed. Food choices took a quality over quantity approach. But I am told it was a partial menu. The food itself was very high quality with local and organic ingredients. Come for the unique space, stay for the food and the wonderful staff. read more

Good food and great service, but I won't be back. A bit miffed at being charged a credit card fee when using cash, and then arounding down my change when not having the exact amount. That and parking is a nightmare and the homeless situation is out of control in the area. read more

Star Rating Rubric: 1 Star for Overall Experience 1 Star for Service 1 Star for Taste 1 Star for Dietary Accommodations 1 Star for Atmosphere Overall Experience: I was pleasantly surprised at the offerings the Mercury Cafe has. I went there to play a gig, I'm a bassist, and had no clue of the pleasant surprise awaiting me. The staff was very friendly and knowledgable about the menu. Most fo the food seemed to be organic and locally sourced when possible. In addition, I believe a lot of the deserts and breaded items are made from scratch. I ordered one of the specials, Polish Sausage and eggs, and throughly enjoyed the robust blend of flavors. Carbs, fats and proteins deliciously blended together for a happy patron. I'd go back another time when not playing a gig just for the food. As for price, they charge a fair price for the quality of food you get. I grow weary of the restaurants that charge a lot for non-organic, Shamrock/Cisco foods. Mercury Cafe is a great value for organic food. Nod to the chefs/cooks for preparing such tasty plates and desserts. Service: The server we had was pleasant and very knowledgable about the menu. Everyone I spoke with there was nice and made you fell like they wanted you to be there. Just overall great hospitality. Dietary Accommodations: I believe there is something for everyone is this day and age of personalized eating: vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, ton-o-gluten! Super psyched to find most items organic and locally sourced when possible. Did I say that already? Atmosphere: Super cool gypsy-type theme. I love the vibe it creates for being in Denver. The atmosphere is tranquil and makes your relax a bit. Check them out if you are on the area. read more

Mercury Cafe - Polish sausage and eggs. One of the specials they had that morning. - Music Venues Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Starting with the positive: this place has a nice vibe. We came for the drunken historians and I loved the small tables and the lights hanging from the ceiling. The food though is so mediocre. I had the vegetarian quesadilla and I m almost sure I d make it better at home. It was an appetizer, but the portion was small even for that. Lastly, we enjoyed only half of the show. The historians were too drunk for the second half. I d go back, but would make sure that I had dinner before. read more

Ok, if I'm completely honest this place is just not my scene. So, take what I have to say with a grain of salt. I said "What IS this place" several times when we came here Lol -Decor is what I imagine a hippy's dream garage (like painted murals of jungle scenes and christmas lights everywhere) -half the menu included the words "organic" or "wilted chard." I'm used to brunch menus focusing on words like "bacon" and "hollaindaise" -The sink was behind the toilet and you had to flush the toilet to use the clean, incoming water to wash your hands. OK, I'm done hating. All that being said, I am always down for something new. I got the huevos rancheros because I really wanted something with meat and the options were slightly limited.. for being so healthy, they were better than I expected haha. The free trade coffee was yummy and service was on point. They split the check between 15 people which was very convenient. What a unique, eclectic, place. It wouldn't be my first chioce, but I wouldn't mind a return trip if one of my vegetarian friends was craving this place! Cash only read more

Mercury Cafe - Huevos rancheros - Music Venues Near Me - Denver, Colorado

It's a classic Denver Moulin Rouge feel. Decor looks as if thoughtful Gypsies created this warm and inviting bohemian restaurant, endearingly lit stage room and upstairs dance hall with all kinds of dance lessons. Personal expression is nurtured here, pulled out by the eclectic crowds. Great healthy menu options. Abundant drink choices of tasty spirits and spirit - cleaning teas. The fun, flowing party lights float upon the ceiling in red and white like a bayou bedroom. There are at least 42 reasons to visit. Ashitanza! read more

With a witchy soul like mine, I was completely energized and felt right at home. I only ordered the chocolate mousse and my boyfriend and organic cocktail but everything was delicious! The staff were so helpful and very knowledgeable. Love the decor and love the environment. So happy I now live pretty close to this place! read more

Maybe they were having a very bad night because, while the food at Sunday brunch food has always been good, it is the ambiance and activities that make this place special. Not the quality food or the consistency of service which is, correctly, not the reason to go there. Unfortunately, dinner tonight was just one bad night. While our waitress was lovely and tried her best to make up for the hour and 15 minute wait for food, which included telling us at 4 different times that they were out of things we had ordered. When the food did finally come, what 2 of us had ordered amounted to a small side salad and 6 bites of spicy tofu and vegetables. The other 2 guests had "bun" sandwiches which came with 3 small triangles of pita instead of potato wedges which they were out of. One bun was burned black, the other was cold. And, all the food served was, by consensus, not very tasty or well prepared. Maybe we caught The Merc on a very off night but, very off it was. read more

I was super disappointed with my experience here. My dish tasted good, but it was grossly overpriced. I got Dinah's Tofu. $18!!! I was there for a music event and there was one server for the entire room of people. She was super sweet, but running all over the place and clearly overworked. The room was ridiculously hot. The soap in the bathroom was completely watered down. I don't know if it was the food, but I ended up with super bad stomach issues shortly after eating. I don't plan to return anytime soon. read more

If you are an economy class tourist in Denver-- Mercury Cafe is within walking distance to the El Paso limo and Greyhound depots This place is super eco-friendly. Vegetarian, vegan, or not-some of the food is grown in the neighborhood! Organic/free-trade coffee, tea... Vegetarian green chile stew--meh. But the trout quesadillas on blue corn tortillas, yum! Check out the toilet/sink combos in the bathroom; you can wash your hands with the recycled water from the basin after you flush. If you aren't comfortable with the idea, you can just use the regular sink. Every time I've been there, there is always a tarot card reader available. I think they offer tango classes. You can hold your wedding reception here. There are at least two dispensaries within walking distance. In my experience, most of the time, service is on point. read more

This review is mainly regarding open mic (Every Wednesday at 9pm): They do a lottery system so you really just need to get there by 8:50-9pm when everyone selects their number. Afterwards they randomly pick a number and when you're called you write down the time slot when you want to play. So I picked number 24 but in the raffle style I was lucky that my number was selected 1st and I wrote down that I wanted to be 2nd to play. One thing I didn't know was that you can only play 3 songs (it depends how many people sign up - if it's a crowded night you only play 2 songs which has happened from what I heard). So you don't have a specific time limit but song limit. Which means some people took advantage playing a 7 mins song while each of my songs are 2-3 mins. Other open mics give you 15 mins (and you play as many songs fit that time slot), this is not that kind of open mic. The sound was great. Love the atmosphere with the Christmas lights. We had a bunch of friends so we had a great time. Desserts are amazing. Regular food not so much... I stuck with my wine all night ;) Just keep in mind if you're 9th on the list to play, that means you'll probably play at 11pm and wait 2 hours for the others. I'd go again but if I'm any slot after 5th, I'd go home. Too late for me on a Wednesday :) read more

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I have tried this place now three times, each time was pretty surprising how bad the food was. I really wanted to love this place because the ambiance is great and the dancing and shows are such an attraction. I have finally given up stubbornly on ordering anything aside from wine or coffee because everything from the margaritas to the burger and stroganoff was of such poor quality. We went recently in a large group and at least 8 of the 13 complained about their food from being burnt to being tasteless and dry. Funny, they serve these funky, dry hamburger buns with all kinds of dishes from the hummus plate to avocado toast. They are terrible and certainly don't substitute for good, toasted bread to go with hummus! My friend's chicken dish came with vegetables so burned, they were absolutely black and crispy! The manager said they were "carmelized"!!!! Hardly!!! There was even a hair on my plate with my dry, over-cooked burger that came with weird vegetables as a side rather than real burger toppings. Service was poor as several wanted to order more wine and never could catch a server. One night, when there to dance, I ordered a margarita which was made with the wrong kind of liquor. Disgusting! The manager was sent over and she offered to replace the items, but didn't seem to be concerned WHAT the issues were to be able to fix them! When we tried to explain, she cut us off trying to get us to move on and order something else rather than understanding how to tell the kitchen staff to improve. It is clear this is a cash business that isn't concerned with quality! Just come to dance and drink. Don't waste your money on the subpar food. read more

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Great brunch spot and service. Range of coffee and drink options delicious omelets. Vegan and vegetarian options live music sets mood

Well, this is a little sad. For decades (from Marilyn Megenity's first restaurant in Indian Hills, to the recently sold Mercury of the present) we could always anticipate a hearty, creative, consistently satisfying organic meal to kick off a Friday night. Of course there's no replacing Marilyn, now enjoying a life beyond the vast responsibility of running the amazing place she created. We had expected some minor teaks to the great and varied menu, as the new owners took the helm. (And congratulations and gratitude, for having the good sense to preserve the general ambiance. The new cozy couch spaces are a welcome tweak). What I'd not expected was the wholesale elimination of the menu. What??? - Now "scaled back" so far as to be unrecognizable. No more daily Specials board, No more robust, varied and creative plates of lovingly prepared organic meals. with hearty homemade bread and jam on the side. Instead all that was offered last Friday were a few very small and unimaginative appetizer plates (a blob of hummus and a few vegetable stick, or tiny generic salads, and a couple of small but pricey buffalo burgers. The Mercury evolved a lovely and varied cultural scene under Marilyn's loving eye - but always, and essentially, built around healthy organic, nourishing and satisfying food. It appears that era has passed. The decision whether to make the trip on a given Friday has gotten a little easier. I think that's unfortunate. read more

This place is amazing. The service is perfect, the servers are so sweet and it felt like I was talking to my own bestfriend with every one of them. The food is great especially on open mic nights because its a Win Win Situation. They also do vegan options which is something I love to see! All in all this is the best place I've been to in Colorado. Thank you Mercury Cafe. read more

Ok, I've been there twice in the last two weeks so clearly I keep coming back for a reason. Overall, I love the place. I love the lighting, the sparkly, the shiny and the various entertainment that's going on constantly. I LOVE their message: The Mercury Cafe is powered by the Wind and the Sun. We serve Local, Organic Food, and Community is our purpose. - fabulous That being said, the service and the food are a bit spotty. Last week I had the turkey stroganoff which was great going down, FO SHO. The service was a little slow even though it was not busy. But the wait staff are super friendly. I headed back in to Mercury Cafe again last night for another crack at the menu. It was another slow night but the staff was still a little slow to come over and get our drink order (I'm a boozehag so I love having my drinky order delivered right away). I ordered the Sauteed Chicken Breast With Mushrooms, Wine and Garlic and it was delivered very quickly... too quickly unfortunately because the chicken was not done. Luckily I caught it before I started eating. Once the dish was redelivered, it was delish! The dessert selection is amazeballs - I had the chocolate cake with blackberries & more - delish! The place overall definitely needs an update. The decor is a little worn. But, at night, with all the sparkly lights? I love it. The sink/faucet behind the toilet is also a cool concept but for germaphobes, it may not cut it. But VERY cool reuse of toilet water. read more

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Will def be back... Great place for a vegan/gluten free/vegetarian friend for group dinners :) def not a place I'd crave but would be back to dine with friends :) I did enjoy the old fashions and the enchiladas. Great job! Great 5280 suggestion. Love trying new restaurants! The only hiccup was the cash only. A little inconvenient but they have an ATM inside. read more

Mercury Cafe is a funky little bar/restaurant/dance hall that you should check out immediately. All of their food is locally sourced and organic, as much as is possible anyway (including alcohol). They have swing dance classes on Thursdays and Sundays I believe - heard great things but never actually been yet, planning on attending soon. The atmosphere is great, they have christmas lights hanging from the ceiling year around, and it creates a very different dinning experience when combined with the employees, and the decor, I think you'll find it's like nowhere you've been before. read more

This is a special place odd but great, Kiki the bar tender is amazing! Maddie is also fantastic, I can't remember all of the staff but they are great! It is a place for artists and poets and music. It's a safe place as everyone is accepted there! The lights spread throughout have a very hip vibe the for is good the chaos there I in its own way beautiful! If you haven't been GO! read more

The concept of the Mercury Café is great. If you are just interested in drinking and/or dancing, it's a good alternative. But this review is about the food and, the service. We went there for this past New Year's Eve. We arrived for an early dinner to beat the rush, about 6:30. There were plenty of empty tables meaning, the kitchen and the servers were certainly not overwhelmed. I will say this without any "reservations," (pun intended) our server ("Maria") was without a doubt, the most incompetent food-service person that I have ever encountered in any capacity, in any eating establishment, in all my years of dining out. First off, "Maria" knew nothing about the Mercury Café drinks' menu; "I don't like our specialty cocktails, but I know that they're all good." What? "That makes no sense, Maria." "Well, other people tell me that they're good." Whereby, she recommended some ginger infused drink, which was horrible. She knew nothing about the New Year's Eve menu. She said that they did not allow the servers to taste the offerings for that night but, "Everything is very good." "How do you know?' "Everyone says so." "But you just started serving." Shrug. "What about the regular menu? What do you recommend off that?" "I don't know, everything's good..." Good grief. "Just curious, how long have you worked here, Maria?" "About a year." "Have you tasted anything on the regular menu?" "Some things." "Doesn't management let the servers taste what they are serving?" "I don't know." "You don't know? How are the servers supposed to make recommendations if they have never tasted the food?" She gave us a mannequin look. - I ordered the Alamosa Striped Bass Linguini Bass and linguini tossed with garlic, olive oil, hot peppers and herbs, off the regular menu. My companion ordered the lamb off the NYE menu. She starts to walk away and my companion asks, "Don't you want to know how I want the lamb cooked?" "What do you mean?" "You know, rare, medium-rare, medium, well-done?" "Okay." Another, "good grief." When my sea bass was brought out it was not on a bed of linguini. It was mixed into some penne. There was no garlic, there were no hot peppers. "I thought that this was supposed to be on linguini?" "It's a different dish altogether tonight and we are serving it on penne." "Our server never told us that." "Talk to her. All the servers were notified about that and all changes for tonight." My companion asked that the lamb be cooked medium; It was uncooked. It gets worse; The sea bass, which consisted of 5 small squares of fish, maybe 4 ounces, was hot. But the penne was cool. Not only was my companions' lamb undercooked, the potatoes on the plate were also just lukewarm. The reason? The plates were "Cold" to the touch. Not lukewarm, not cool, Cold! So, we tracked Maria down and pointed out these issues with our food. Now, any other server in any other establishment would, at the very least, make up some excuse and then offer to Warm UP The Food, no? Having been a server, I sure would. Not Maria. She just stood there with her best mannequin grin and said, nothing. Not-one-word. Realizing that Maria is an idiot, we asked, "Can you please have the kitchen finish cooking the lamb, and warm up our food?" Maria hemmed and hawed, fidgeted with her hair until, we just told her to forget it. She was gone in a flash. We asked another server if there was a dining room manager that we might speak with. We just wanted our food warmed up, at the very least. No one ever came. I hope Yelp publishes this review and does not exile it to their "...not recommended..." link at the bottom of the page. People need to be aware of what to expect if dining at the Mercury Café. read more

What a funky place, lots to see (both interior and customers) and pretty good food. Visited there after the Obama rally and it seemed like many others at the rally had the same idea for a place to eat. I had heard about the Mercury as my son, while visiting, went there for Poetry Slams a couple of times. Seemed like a bit of a throwback to the 60-70's which was fine with me as this was a great time (from what I can remember of it). Interesting decor, no specific theme that is for sure. The wait staff was fun, talkative and ready to exchange a quip. The menu was varied and I was a bit confused by some of the items. I ordered a dish that stated it had roasted potatoes, but for the life of me I could not find anything that I identified at potatoes on my plate. There were a lot of the other things, vegetables and the like, but damn if I found anything like roasted potatoes (maybe they were in a different form). Dessert was from a large dessert bar, an apple crisp kind of thing that was quite good. If I had my choice of dessert it would be to offer me a spoon and just let me take a bite of everything at the dessert bar. Turned out to be a bit pricey, two teas, two meals and a dessert came to about $35.00, which to me is too much for what was served and the quality. Anyway, a nice enough place that I would go to again if I was feeling like a funky time or I wanted to watch some performance poetry. read more

What a fun weirdly wonderful eclectic multiplex of healthy choices! Over the last 15 years, I have come to the Mercury a dozen times, mostly for the dancing in the upstairs ballroom. Swing, Salsa, Flamenco, Big Band, African, Tango---all fun! I have had dinner here a few times, mostly for the entertainment...say, Belly Dancing and various other entertainment options. I remember not being really crazed about the food.....And today, I came for Brunch. Today's Brunch entertainment was the Denver String Quintet jamming' out some chamber music a la Schubert and Hummel. We sipped mimosas, poinsettias, and hibiscuses and then, as a group, dissected the handwritten menu. I enjoyed the Cuba Caribe (black beans, avocado, and polenta in green chile) while my neighbors all tried items off the special menu. Oh my gosh was it good! There were no complaints at all. The place was packed and seems like Brunch is the meal to come to the mercury! On another note, I had a group of 12 and was super pleased that our table was ready and they were expecting us! We had no issues at al with service- it was excellent! I am really glad to have rediscovered the Mercury! read more

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Very cool eclectic atmosphere. Lots of Vegan/gluten free options including deserts. The service is excellent and the quality of the food is great! The only gripe I have is that the portions are a tad bit too small. However, with that being said there will definitely be room for desert so maybe that's not a bad thing after all! Btw bring CASH or a Check as no credit cards are accepted. They do have an ATM onsite but they charge $2.25 for the transaction fee. read more

Mercury Cafe - Music Venues Near Me - Denver, Colorado

So today until for brunch with my friends, when I got there I thought that this restaurant was not open, from the outside it's not very inviting with the doors closed but then I felt adventurous and I opened the door; what an awesome place! it has a hippie eccentric style with unique decoration. My friends were eating something that looked delicious and I just ordered the same (cuba caribe). The downside: they don't take cards, so be prepared and go to an ATM machine before going. read more

Mercury Cafe - Cuba Caribe - Music Venues Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The lights are so magical and I love how many options they offered and the overall ambiance. I wish I could've stayed in Denver longer to go to some of the events that were taking place like piano nights and stuff. Loved it! read more

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Atmosphere is great! Also plenty of parking and in good walking distance from other areas of interest downtown. Live music was great, but there was a cover if you wanted to watch. If not you could sit in the restaurant and listen but not see. Service was good, food was not great. Worst nachos I've ever had in my life. Bread was stale. I would come back to see music but never come back here for food. Well drinks and wine were $7-8, most mixed drinks were $10+. A bit much for my budget. Got a tarot reading here too, if that means anything for you. read more

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I walked in to see a friends band. I was late, simply because I was checking out the awesome walk into the space! Art and creativity everywhere! I had to stop, explore and take a few pictures! As I headed inside, there are three parts to this space; restaurant/ bar, small stage downstairs and HUGE / concert space upstairs! Honestly, each area had a totally different vibe. I can see lost of fun nights here and lovely family brunches as well. As mentioned, CASH ONLY! Also, you can't run a tab on alcohol... You have to pay as you drink. The food is super healthy, you won't find fries here ( that's probably my ONLY complaint ). Overall, a very intriguing place!!!! Grab a calendar and jump in!!! Don't pass by the bookshelf too quickly on the way to the restrooms ladies, the books are all FREE!!!! read more

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This place is absolutely horrible as a business. Went in for food/drinks and was met with hostile looks by the staff who gestured at seats apathetically. The gray haired woman who gave us water had a complete attitude and when I asked "do you have like, mimosas or anything like that?" She LITERALLY mocked me saying "yes we have, LIKE, mimosas" and rolled her eyes. Are you kidding me? So incredibly rude. The server had a similar attitude and we decided to drink our drinks and get food elsewhere because of the blatant hostility and rudeness we experienced. I know we came in close to the time the kitchen was closing, but the service we experienced was completely unprofessional. I will never return and turn anyone I know away from this place. So unfortunate. read more

I reallllly want to like this place and have tried it a few times but the food is just terrible. Very expensive, small portions, most of the food was luke warm and some was just cold, bland flavors (not even salt, really) and weirdly everything is very dry like it's been over baked or left out on the counter for a few hours. They told us they're redoing their menu but it'll be a long time before we eat here again. read more

Really cool spot and decent food. The pool place is huge and it has live music and open mic poetry. Their tea section is huge and they offer great mixes. Will come back for sure. read more

AMAZING! AMAZING! AMAZING! If you're looking for food, this is the place to go! Vegan or not, the menu offers many tasty and unique items. The staff consists of beautiful, kind and diverse individuals. The environment is eclectic and fun with a really positive and friendly, loving vibe. We hosted an event there and everyone working was incredibly helpful, eager to make sure we were taken care of, and everything was stellar!! A+++ read more

We stumbled upon this place on New Year's Eve on our way to a show at the Cervantes Theater. No reservations, so they just let us sit at the bar. The atmosphere was lively yet quaint. Live music from an accordion played to the patrons. Our food was delicious.... elk, a spicy tofu pasta, chile rellenos, and rainbow trout. Service was timely and wait staff was friendly. I don't know if this is typical or if it was a New Year's Eve thing, but there was numerous dessert options that looked absolutely amazing. We, unfortunately, did not satisfy this craving. Definitely check it out if you are looking for a hidden gem off the beaten path of downtown. read more

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This place is so odd. It's very eclectic and they like it that way. They are never going to change. They have nice shows. Well, sort of nice shows. The kind of musicians who make a point of literally starving for their craft and will never make it because they are actually deficient in vitamins and have early onset dementia as a result. It's very pretty inside. You must bring cash. The toilets are a real trip. You flush and turn around really fast and wash your hands in the water the next person pees in! So that's a life lesson from a real hippie. They have really wonderful salads. I would go here all the time if they would start using cards. I think it's to keep regular people out which is efficient. I've parked next door almost everyday for over a year and have been here twice. read more

Whenever I have friends or family visiting this is the first place I bring them to, which, shows how much I adore this place. The decor is right up my alley, spunky and fairy like with all their dangling lights. The staff are amazing and fun to talk to. The food is pricey, but when I decided to splurge one day it was very much worth the price. I got a Colorado Tilapia, champagne red sauce, fresh cucumber salad, spicy vegan lentil soup, and a polenta cake. Amazing. They also have poetry slams ; another thing to fall in love with here :) read more

Mercury Cafe - Colorado Tilapia - Music Venues Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Favorite place in Denver. The food is SO tasty and the customer service is so good!!!! We got Dinah's tofu and Hot and Spicy chicken and it was mouthwateringly savory good. They offer so many vegetarian options. I also admired their commitment to the earth and health - they use the purest and natural sugar even in their desserts: sucanat, and brought takeout boxes that were unwaxed paper so recyclable/compostable, telling us their cutting out plastic. YAY! read more

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I've been to Mercury a handful of times- usually related to their dance classes and weekend dance nights. My most recent visit was in April 2016 for a tango night. Before that, I'd been here half a dozen times between 2009-2011. First off, the good: the upstairs dance hall is beautiful. Lighting, flowers, cute little tables- the perfect atmosphere for a romantic date! We came to tango lessons and tango night for a bachelorette party. My friend loved it! The instructors were very friendly and patient, sharing great tips and providing just the right amount of affirmation. The downsides: they've reduced the number of dance classes and overall, the dance floor was much emptier than I remembered from a few years back. Wine and beer selection wasn't too impressive. I'd say overall, the biggest downside is that the popularity of The Merc has died down over the years, so dance nights aren't quite as popping as before. read more

I love this place- I have been here one other time with my mom and we both loved the food, entertainment, ambiance. It is suchhh a beautiful ambiance and great music, even without entertainment. This last time was a little weird of an experience. We showed up after 5:30 and door was locked. Come 5:40 I call and no answer. We're a bit confused at this point and then some random magazine lady comes out the door but tells us she doesn't think its open yet. Anyways, we decide to just walk in and ask if they're open and they stumbled on their words and were like ohhh yeah come on in. Later on I heard them say they were trying to keep it closed as long as they could. Our waitress, however, was the SWEETEST little woman ever. Her smile lit up the room, so that was lovely. But service was very slow haha and no one was even really there. Maybe one or two more tables. I'd recommend checking this place out but don't expect the greatest service. It seems like they all roll at a slow pace haha read more

If you get a chance to see some live music upstairs in the dancehall of the Mercury Cafe - run don't walk! Hands down, it's one of the best rooms I have ever experienced in my many years of attending concerts - the sound is stellar, it's spacious with plenty of seating and it's a magical space for dancing and special events too. If you're new in town, The Mercury is a great spot to find community at one of the many arts and culture happenings going on every day and night there. The Mercury has a special charm like no other place in the city, and is housed inside an re-purposed warehouse, that was once a printing press; the whole place is has powered by solar and wind energy too! In addition to concerts, I love visiting for Sunday brunch - there's rarely a wait and the specials are always inventive and tasty. read more

I have been here for poetry nights and a wedding, but had not eaten here for dinner before and I'm glad we decided to try it out! There are quite a few vegetarian/pescatarian options (in addition to other dietary needs), & they're open late for dinner:). First of all- the service is stellar! They are very customer care-oriented. Our waitress Ari was wonderful, and the owner, Marilyn, is such a kind & gentle soul! We ordered; *Quesadillas with a Colorado trout option & it was quite tasty. *Colorado haystack feta and it was good as well. Side note-their olive oil is organic and delicious ~ great to dip their dinner rolls in! * Vegan Green chili~dElish and I loved the kick to it! * Hot and spicy tofu and vegetables-really tasty with quinoa, carrots, broccoli, kale & mushrooms. Comes with a soup or salad & we subbed the green chili for the soup. I thoroughly enjoyed every bite of this! House cab is smooth and paired well with spicy tofu dish! We'll definitely be back! Beware- only cash or checks accepted! Free parking right behind the café which is nice for downtown. Love all the lights! read more

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