We're visiting Denver and doing a little coffee shop hopping, and we're so glad we came across…read moreSweet Bloom Coffee. The coffee here was absolutely delicious. If you're into third-wave coffee, this is definitely a spot you should check out. They have really great medium roast espressos, and it was fun to compare the different flavor profiles. I also got a latte that was lightly sweetened with vanilla, and it was so good. I honestly would have had two if I could, but I had to pace myself for the rest of our coffee stops. Overall, this is a place I would highly recommend. I'm really hoping to make it to their roastery location next time, but even this visit alone made it a standout stop on our coffee tour.

I love Sweet Bloom! I especially love stopping by for a good start to my morning before heading…read morefurther out for a mountain day. delicious and interesting pastries, amazing coffee (esp. any of the current single origin offerings), and great vibes. the baristas do a great job always, not had a bad coffee from here. I love the ambience, you can tell a lot of love was put into designing the space. highly recommend stopping by this location or either of their other sites.

Such a cute coffee shop! The staff are great and the coffee is strong. I'm currently obsessed with…read moretheir brown sugar miso latte.

Came here for the fun interior and was super impressed with the food and drink. We ordered a nice…read morevariety of drinks and loved all of them. I ordered the toasted matcha (hojicha) - and I'm a matcha fanatic but never had tried this version - and was so pleasantly surprised with the taste. We also had a regular iced ceremonial matcha with strawberry, which wasn't too sweet and was like real strawberry flavor. My mom got a hot green tea, simple and delicious. We also had a chorizo burrito and a bacon breakfast burrito. These were both delicious and filling. Great experience here and the baristas were very knowledgeable.

Tidbit! Show up on a Sunday and you might leave with a new top. I was delightfully surprised when I…read morehad walked in early to wait for a friend was greeted by the girl running the clothing swap. Feels like this spot may always have something jiving! My friend and I arrived with laptops and left them closed. The whole place has an Elle Woods sleepover energy: pink-adjacent, unapologetically cozy, a little magical. We enjoyed our treats, caught up and people watched. And yes these are treats. There may be alcohol at other times; we were just there for coffee and tea, and the specials leaned floral. I had something built around orange blossom that drifted between citrus and honeysuckle, delicate enough to feel like a mood rather than a flavor. Lovely, if not exactly life-changing. But that's the point: Hello Darling pulls you in with its aesthetic and keeps you with its comfy, cozy seats. Definitely equally suited to a solo work session or a two-hour gossip spiral that was supposed to be a work session! Come for the drinks, stay because you forgot you had somewhere else to be.

Stopped in for a cocktail after dinner one night and it was my first time in. Coffee shop by day…read moreand cocktail bar by night. There was only one bartender, but he was friendly and attentive and came over to our table quickly. The espresso martini I ordered was a nine out of 10 - very tasty but had a strong vodka taste (which tells me it was probably very cheap vodka). The other cocktail was a Manhattan and it was not served with an ice cube instead it was only watered down. Probably wouldn't order that again. Overall, the space was cute and comfy, and I'd like to stop back in and try a coffee sometime

We always love a visit to Corvus, and the Arvada location is no exception. It's a great space with…read moreplenty of comfy seating, and I especially love the modern decor, the plants everywhere are gorgeous. The baristas clearly know what they're doing, and the service is friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed an iced Americano, a spicy sweet chai with almond milk, and a London Fog latte. My only gripe is that the gluten-free cookies are kept exposed right next to the non-gluten-free items. (Please stop doing this, cross-contact matters.) Note also that the place gets really busy, so be sure to visit early!

This was my first visit to Corvus. I had been wanting to go. I took my adult children with me on a…read moreSunday mid morning. We were welcomed in and placed our order. The line was to the door by the time we left. We had originally planned to have our beverages there, but the seating was taken so we got our order to go. I had a latte with stevia, my son got their N'awlins Cold Brew and my daughter got an iced green tea. My son also chose an apple fritter and I got a ham and Gruyere croissant. My daughter did not want any food with her drink. I got my croissant warmed. The pastry was tasty. The latte was fine. My son liked his pastry and drink but didn't think he would choose that drink again. My daughter was not a fan of her tea. The interior is very nicely decorated. The people were pleasant. The beverages overall were ok. It is pricy so it may not be something that will have a return visit.

WOW! This one knocked everything out for me…read more Workers were very kind, and welcomed us in to Denver warmly. The ambiance and store is beautiful, many catchups and friendly meetings around us. I grabbed the cloud matcha and was in heaven. Each sip I was sad to drink, since it would mean the experience would be over soon! It inspired me to try and make a cloud matcha, but I couldn't match this level. Truly a phenomenal spot, try it out! It's a bit out of the main **since this happened, I've made multiple cloud matchas. I judge greatness by my desire to recreate a food item/drink on my own-and I did this one. Wonderful drink

Holy smokes, this place has a hold on me. Specifically their espresso tonic. Hands down one of the…read morebest 'spro tonics in all of Denver! I knew of this place, but had never been until the new year began after it was recommended to me by another Yelp Elite (shout out Caroline!). From the outside looking in, you might not know this is a coffee shop. Very minimal signage from 38th. However when you walk in, you are greeted with smiles and a warm welcome almost instantaneously. They brand themselves as an Indonesian specialty coffee shop. I think it's cool that they've have a special Lunar New Year menu. And their pastry game is top notch, sourcing from heavy hitters like GetRight's and Banh & Butter. But for me, I can't help myself from ordering their espresso tonic. They pair the espresso with a coconut yuzu tonic, with a hint of vanilla, and a dried lemon wheel for garnish. It's sweeter than what I typically enjoy, however it's so damn delicious and refreshing! OBSESSED. It normally gets crowded in here, with plenty of people like me working remotely on their laptops. The owners are also extremely nice and have been behind the counter every time I've been. Coffeegraph has quickly risen to the core of my coffee shop rotation! I hope you give 'em a try!

This bakery was okay, but I don't really see the hype. We came in on a Sunday around 1 pm and the…read moreselection was already scarce. They are open till 7 pm so I would them to have more pastries in stock. They have unique pastries but definitely a little pricey for what they were.

This is probably my favorite bakery ever! It's so busy now after going viral on TikTok but the…read morequality of their goods and services is still amazing! Sweet, savory, big treat or little treat - they have it all! They honestly have so many delicious things it's hard to just pick one. Everything is delicious but the Ube latte or matcha latte is my fave! You can never go wrong with a custard tart, and I love the croquettes!

For all the time I've spent in this general area, I don't know how or why I have never been to…read moreBardo before now. It is such a gem! My sister used to go regularly when she was in school and let me know that the hours were super awesome for that routine - open at 6am, closed at midnight. Perfect for an early morning study session or late night cram. Or if you're just in the mood for all-hours coffee! Parking is admittedly a bit cramped in the front and pretty awkward to get out of if it's busy, but there is a lot behind the building with more space. There are a surprising number of tables and comfy chairs inside, and the vibe is kinda retro which my sister and I both really love. Their menu is pretty big and they also had a ton of holiday drinks to choose from. My sister has raved about the coffee they use (kaladi), so I got a drip coffee and since I wanted a little festive treat, I also got "the grinch" lol, which was a matcha latte with oat milk and pistachio. Take a wild guess which cup was mine in the photo. My sister got a hazelnut latte, which also came out really pretty. The coffees were ready very quickly, and we were able to find a little table near the back of the shop. Our three drinks (all 12oz) came out to about $16 which I think is pretty on par with specialty coffee drinks, so I felt it was worth the price. The one girl we interacted with at the counter was super friendly, too! It seems to be a very popular spot, which doesn't surprise me even a little bit, and I cannot wait to come back again to try other drinks!

OBSESSED is an understatement!…read more The 60's flare and vintage signage! (Think groovy designs!) The cozy interior and vibes from yester year! (bright colors, plush pillows and white brick!) The friendly, welcoming staff who were eager to assist! (The 2 baristas were so helpful and nice!) The OG menu offering a wide variety of staples and seasonal offerings - all of which are carefully crafted and delicious!! (We opted to try the Cordial Cherry latte, Peach Lychee Italian Soda and The Blackmoor - all smooth, refreshing and caffeinated!) YUM! The variety of food items - made both in house and locally! Very cool to support local, especially when it's so delicious! Mom and I made our way to yet another coffee shop and liked this one a lot - so much that we'll be back tomorrow, and the next day! ;)

Nice coffee shop in a small, charming downtown Arvada. We popped in here for a coffee before…read morerunning an event and the vibes were good*. *the music stopped as we came in and just never came back, leading it to feel deathly silent at times, but it's fine lol. I was curious about a specific specialty drink and the barista told her that one is not quite her favorite and steered me towards my go-to, which I massively appreciate. I had a nitro cold brew which helped my headache subside for a brief moment, and enjoyed the interior and the whole space to be honest. This area is nice and I could see working here all the time if I lived around it.

This place is always GREAT!! NAW FANTASTIC Yesterday, I was…read moreexhausted and HUNGRY, but knowing I can only eat a small amount HA!!! Headed up to my FAV - Arvada, Bluegrass Coffee & Bourbon Lounge, There were a plenty of Halloween children walking down the street, dress in their Halloween costumes, and at the Bluegrass, all was decorate and BUSY. Many on their computers/free wifi!!! It rocks. And the food, teas, drinks at the bar or tables or "get to meet others tables", all bustling, with families and Halloween children with their "filling up pumpkins" treats everywhere in Bluegrass, on the streets, businesses offering treats. I sat in the corner with my Aspen Pretty Eyes, with only ONE ITEM MY STOMACH WAS CRAVING, Pesto - Artichoke - scatter GREENS Pizza and English Hot Tea. And get some work done searching information regarding Pre-fab Homes. Learned a great deal, I could save $$$$ And my pizza arrived, I do not know who was more hungry, Aspen or myself. Normally even a small pizza is Huge for me, but we gobbled that Pesto Pizza down so fast, I thought I might wish to order another!! Naw, let it settle and wind our way through the clamor of children petitioning; "Trick or Treat!" I LOVE Bluegrass, and there are two locations. Arvada is special with it's small artful historical feel, with parks and friendly people, pooches and plenty of parking a block n 1/2 away. Writing this, I WANT TO GO BACK AND HAVE MY FAVORITE PESTO PIZZA!!! Do enjoy this place, open 7 days weekly, also it does have a back patio and front patio, GREAT food; place is family, bar, wifi working and friendly banter!! Aspen made it to their headline photos!! Their second restaurant is super Dog friendly!! Enjoy

On my search for the best Pho in Denver, I visited Faifo Noodle House last year and got their Beef…read morePho with extra Beef Rib. The broth was deep and aromatic and the portion size, especially with the beef rib, was massive. Everything was so impressive that since that visit, this place has been on my regular rotation for pho. Beside Pho, they have a few other offerings, one of which is rather unique. For the more adventurous, Faifo offers a spicy beef pho. This is a dry-style pho serves with all the fixin' and a spicy sate style sauce that makes for an amazing meal on a hot day. It also comes with a bowl of pho broth for satisfying sips between bites. This is easily one of my favorite dish on the menu and a must try here. Beside that, I've also had their Bun Bo Hue, which is pretty dang tasty. The broth is very tasty, though not as funky or spicy as ones I've had in Vietnam. Nonetheless, it's a mighty tasty bowl and something to get for the colder days here in Denver. Both the Bo Kho and the Banh Canh are also very good as well, though not a must compared to other dishes on the menu. Overall, Faifo is a great Vietnamese restaurant. The value is also tremendous given the portion size. This is an easy 4/5 for me.

Wow, how fortunate are we to find this unicorn of a restaurant that serves bò kho and many…read moreVietnamese staples. Their bò kho definitely reminds me of my father's recipe, which is rich and not overly sweet. This aromatic Vietnamese beef stew is a fragrant broth infused with lemongrass, star anise, and spices. It's a bowl of distinct and complex flavor profile that balances savory, sweet, spicy notes, with a vibrant brick-red color from the annatto seeds. The cuts of beef shank, flank, and chuck were soft so you know they spent hours simmering to achieve this level of tenderness. The deep beef profile is highlighted when adding bean sprouts, Thai basil, lime juice to cut through the richness and carrots provided a natural sweetness to the savory broth. Bánh canh is a Vietnamese noodle soup featuring thick, chewy noodles made from tapioca flour, rice flour, or a mix, served in a flavorful broth with various toppings like pork, shrimp, crab, or fish cake. The broth is clean from the hours of simmering bones to create a savory, collagen-rich base. You can taste the freshness of the soup garnished with fresh cilantro, green onions, fried shallots, lime, and chili oil. Plus you get a boat load of proteins and garnishes - shrimp cake, imitation crab meat, shrimp, quail egg, mushroom, tapioca noodle, onion, cilantro and black pepper. We'll be back and try the bún bò huế and cá ri.

The girl working there with the gorgeous colored hair is sooo nice, she told me i was beautiful and…read morei was like girl you!!! Don't even get me started on the drink she made me. So so so delicious, best energy drink i've had in my life. Will definitely be coming back.

Really good service. Yummy cold brew. The pastries were not that special. And stuff is very…read moreexcellent.