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    Panda Coffee House

    4.4 (38 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Chocolate croissant
    Morgan S.

    Located in FlyteCo Tower, this coffee house offers a selection of pastries and beverages! Plenty of parking as FlyteCo offers a large parking lot. Panda Coffee House is to the left as you walk in. My friend and I got there in the mid morning beginning of the afternoon and there was still a good amount of pastries to choose from. I got the chocolate chip croissant! They warmed it up for me as well. It was light and fluffy but also flaky! The chocolate in the center was delicious! We sat at a table near the coffee house but looking around there is plenty of open seating. It did get a little loud but we got up to explore too. All the staff were very friendly and asked if we needed assistance. I think this would be a great place to gather friends to hangout and chill, plenty of food options for everyone!

    Double Matcha Top
    Crystal Z.

    Ambiance - hidden cafe that's part of a residential building, front of the building is the cafe and back is a restaurant Service - baristas were nice & speedy with our drinks Food - the double matcha top is to die for, you could really take the matcha in the drink

    This is what the strawberry matcha looks like now.

    I was nearby and remembered this place had a really strawberry matcha but this time around it was barely anything strawberry about it taste and appearances wise, I did ask the employee if it was a strawberry matcha and she said it was they just mix it now and looking closer you do see the strawberry seeds but not a really good drink anymore.

    Raven B.

    This business is inside the Tower. Baristas were warm and welcome. Coffee flavor was lacking. I was expecting the cold brew to be smoother than it was - didn't quite hit the mark. Might come back to try an espresso based drink instead.

    Kasia W.

    The vibes were great and the seating options were probably the best I've seen in Denver...SO MUCH ROOM. Unfortunately my chai was way too spicy for me so I swapped it out for a mocha. The mocha (pre me mixing it) was awful. The taste of the coffee alone was so bad (my go to is an unsweetened latte so it's not an issue of whether I like coffee or not) but once I mixed the chocolate that was on the walls of the cup in, it was okay. We got some cinnamon sugar pastry and the flavor was okay but it was VERY dry. I do still want to come back to try their matcha but pretty bummed this place isn't better.

    Michael L.

    THE BIG: Located inside the FlyteCo Tower in the Central Park area of Denver. Apparently the name Panda was inspired by the owners dogs (pepper and archer). Plenty of indoor seating and a beautiful outdoor area for kids to run around. Parking lot available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: We came here before our pickleball game (recreationally of course) and was in need of a caffeine fix. Panda coffee house is a unique name but serves some damn good coffee and matcha. I usually get my coffee black but was really curious about their oat milk latte. It turned out to be super delicious. The wife got the matcha mortado, which is a lighter matcha latte and is a play on for matcha cortado. That was super yummy. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall, the price for a matcha mortado and a coffee was around $12. Definitely a must try if you're aroudn the area for your caffeine fix.

    Strawberry matcha
    Megan H.

    Such good quality matcha and they put 3oz in both the 16 and 12oz matchas - one is just stronger. They also don't charge for alt milk but were super fast. It's not too sweet and super well balanced

    Lattes
    Lauren L.

    Finally tried the strawberry matcha! It's delicious, of course. I've also tried the cortado since my last review. It's served really nicely, as a sort of coffee service. My only less than perfect experience has been with the chocolate raspberry latte. It had too much syrup for my taste, but hey, at least it's really good syrup!

    Menu to choose my beverage.
    sandy b.

    It's in the Fly Co Tower on the ground floor all three workers were pleasant, & helpful. I chose to take my drink to go since I wasn't impressed with the inside.

    Strawberry Matcha
    Daisy D.

    Best Strawberry matcha in Denver! I've never been here but really appreciated the large amount of parking and seats inside. This looks like a cute date night spot with the mini golf and arcade in the back. Was a great spot to come do some work and did not feel overly crowded. This matcha was hands down the best matcha I've had in Denver! Not too sweet and the strawberry milk was perfect! Also probably the most beautiful drink I've ever been handed, I almost did not want to shake it. The matcha itself was very delicate and didn't have that bitter aftertaste that a lot of matcha brands can have. I appreciated the variety of matcha a ok the menu and am already dreaming of coming back!

    2025 Summer Menu
    Talisa D.

    Aaamazing!! Didn't know this opened up in the fun Flyte Co until recently. They have all the usual coffee and tea drinks but also an incredible selection of unique drinks. I enjoyed the mango kulfi delight with matcha - so incredible! It's such a fun family friendly place with video games, bowling, mini golf, etc. My children love coming here - as does my husband! Now we have an excuse to come in the morning to enjoy some fun especially when the weather is questionable. Everyone was super friendly and sweet to my daughter. Such great vibes!

    Salted maple oat milk latte
    Chelsea R.

    The perfect creamy oat milk latte with delicious house made syrups. Perfect amount of flavor - not too sweet! I wouldn't necessarily go hang here for extended periods of time (if I'm not going for FlyteCo purposes)/it's not coffee house vibes since it's in FlyteCo but I'll be back to grab coffee on the go and there is ample seating if you do want to go hang out.

    Pistachio rose matcha
    Colleen A.

    My husband, baby, and I, traveled to Denver for a wedding. My husband and I like to try new coffee shops when we travel. A friend recommended panda coffee house because she knows how much I love Matcha and they have an extensive Matcha selection. My husband got some sort of coffee that he really enjoyed. I got a pistachio rose Matcha. It was one of the best Matchas I have ever had. The drink was made with pistachio milk and real rose petals. I was afraid when the drink arrived that it was going to taste heavily floral and perfume-y, but it didn't. It tasted perfectly earthy, yet elevated. The staff at the counter very nice and helpful. There is a good amount of seating inside as they share a space with another business. The parking lot was pretty substantial given that it is shared with other businesses as well. It took a second to find the coffeehouse since it is in another building and there isn't super clear signage outside. But they did have an A-frame in the parking lot. One of my favorite parts of the whole experience was that there was a collection of pandas guests had drawn all tacked up on a post at the counter. I look forward to returning to Denver just so I can visit here again.

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    My friend made reservations for High Tea at TeaLee's tea house. This is not your typical, run of…read morethe mill, high tea. The atmosphere was amazingly calm and welcoming. The owner herself, Miss Risa was taking care of creating this unique culinary experience. The first service we chose a peach oolong. This was served with a green salad and broccoli quiche. Wonderful! I cannot tell you what the salad was dressed with, but the flavors!!!! The quiche was absolutely perfect from crust to cheesy top. Second service was Yellow submarine. This refreshing chamomile was infused with dried pineapple and mango. The first cup was good, but the second was delightful. The fruit had time to meld with the chamomile and created an epic infusion. The third service was a Moroccan mint. This was just as wonderful as you would expect. We were served an open face curry egg salad and a homemade fermented cucumber on a seasoned cream cheese. The flavors were wonderful. The sweet serving was a blueberry scone with Lemmon curd, apple cake and macrons. Service was top notch, the owner came over to chat with us. We even had a chance to spend time with one of the guides from the local Black History Museum. This was a delightful end to our amazing day! Thank you for the hospitality

    I made a reservation several weeks in advance for high tea for myself and five girlfriends because…read morewe were excited to try something new together. The concept sounded perfect: a traditional three-tiered tray of finger sandwiches and sweets, a plated item like quiche, and bottomless tea over a three-hour reservation. To start with the positives, the staff were kind and polite, and the owner was accommodating when our group size increased closer to the date. The tea was good, and I appreciated that the teapots were kept warm with tea lights. The space itself is charming, and we genuinely enjoyed having time to sit and catch up. The food was delicious, they are amazing cooks. The biggest issue was the timing of the food. In every afternoon tea I have attended, the three-tiered tray is brought out shortly after being seated so guests can graze while enjoying tea. A plated item may follow later, but there is always something to snack on early in the experience. Here, we went almost two full hours without any food at all. The quiches arrived around the two-hour mark, and the three-tiered tray, which is the centerpiece of afternoon tea, did not arrive until about fifteen minutes before our three-hour reservation ended. No one was rushing us out, and we did enjoy being together, but waiting an hour and a half to two hours for any food simply is not reasonable. We were genuinely hungry for the first half of the visit and then suddenly had a large amount of food placed in front of us near the end. Instead of grazing leisurely, we were left trying to eat everything in a short window of time. With a reservation made weeks in advance and only one other small table present, it was surprising that nothing was delivered within the first hour. Even reversing the order and bringing out the tiered tray first would have completely changed the experience. We also received only one three-tiered tray for six people at a price comparable to other Denver tea houses where each guest receives their own. When we asked for boxes to take the remaining items home, we were told they only had paper sleeves. Afternoon tea items are delicate by design, and paper slips are not suitable for transporting layered finger foods without crushing them. Given that the tray was delivered minutes before the reservation ended, proper takeaway containers should have been available. Tea service was steady for much of the visit, but toward the end all three teapots sat empty for about ten to fifteen minutes, and I had to go upstairs to request a refill. This was secondary to the food timing, but it added to the overall sense that pacing and oversight were lacking. I truly wanted this to be a special afternoon, and I appreciate the kindness of the staff and the availability of vegan options. However, afternoon tea should feel thoughtfully paced, with food arriving early enough for guests to graze comfortably. Waiting nearly two hours for any food and then receiving the full tiered tray minutes before the reservation ended does not align with what high tea is meant to be.

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    TeaLee's Teahouse & Bookstore - My homemade pumpkin scone served warm with a dollop of lemon curd! Yummy

    My homemade pumpkin scone served warm with a dollop of lemon curd! Yummy

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    ESP Hifi

    ESP Hifi

    4.6(98 reviews)
    6.0 miLincoln Park, Southwest

    This place is not for everyone and that is honestly part of the appeal…read more I came alone and was seated right away, most likely because it is a small space. The hostess or employee sat me down, and I took a seat at the bar. I was immediately given water and a menu, which felt easy and welcoming. This is not a "background music while you catch up" kind of bar. The music is the experience, inspired by Japanese listening bars. The sound is intentional, the vinyl selections feel curated, and the space encourages you to slow down and be present. Located in the Arts District of the Santa Fe neighborhood, ESP HiFi is walk in only, so arriving early is a good idea since it fills up quickly. The menu includes seasonal cocktails, highballs, natural wine, warm drinks, non alcoholic options, and small bites, with tastings focused on Japanese whiskey and mezcal. I had a walnut mezcal based cocktail, and ordered olives and Marcona almonds as a snack, all of which fit the vibe perfectly. They also offer a daily happy hour or "social hour" from 4 to 5pm. It was also fun watching the mixologist seamlessly switch between making drinks and DJing, which added to the experience. Yes, it is dark inside, but that is part of the atmosphere. The staff is not overly talkative, but the music is the whole point here, and that focus feels intentional. It is a popular spot and definitely gives hipster energy, but in a self aware, well executed way. If you are expecting a loud, social cocktail lounge, this is not it. If you appreciate good sound and a focused atmosphere, you will enjoy it. Not trying to please everyone. Just doing its thing and doing it well.

    ESP Hi-Fi is *her* - the kind of place that immediately sets the tone…read more Went on a Friday night for a date and everything just clicked. We waited only about 10 minutes to be seated at the bar, which already felt like a small miracle for a weekend night in Denver. The interior is dark, intimate, and beautifully understated - romantic without feeling forced. The music (on vinyl btw) is impeccable and intentionally curated, the kind you actually feel, not just hear. Pair that with an excellent wine selection and you've got a space that's clearly designed for slowing down and being present. No distractions, just great sound, great drinks, and great energy. Easily one of my favorite bars in Denver now. ESP Hi-Fi understands atmosphere, and it shows. Already looking forward to coming back!

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    ESP Hifi - View of the bar and vinyl selection

    View of the bar and vinyl selection

    ESP Hifi - Bar area

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