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    Whittier Cafe

    4.6 (197 reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    WHITTIER CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Judy R.

    The Whittier Cafe is a warm, friendly, and inviting spot with good coffee and a delicious breakfast burrito. The staff is friendly and highly skilled. This Whittier neighborhood cafe has comfortable seating and a wonderful outdoor patio with plenty of seating. Street parking is plentiful. The walls are covered with artwork to enjoy and ponder. The bathroom wallpaper is an interesting read! The cafe also has books and games as well as coffee and tea products for sale. The highlight of our visit was meeting a group of five women who were filled with joy and had plenty of laughs! They were fun to talk to and a pleasure to connect with. We left with joy in our hearts. Please visit the Whittier Cafe as soon as you can!

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    Janelle J.

    A local gem that provides a welcoming homey atmosphere with good pastries and coffee. Love all the art and plants around the cafe. Service was super nice as well. I ordered a pumpkin iced latte and a cheese danish. It was delicious!

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    Kristi M.

    How I've never been here before is beyond me! This place is terrific. The customer service is amazing, the food was delish, and the coffee was phenomenal. They have a nice outdoor area or inside seating with some nice A/C (very essential with this current heatwave) I loved my turkey Panini, I really liked that they serve a Clementine as a side with it. The coffee was one of the best cups I've had in Denver for sure. I can't wait to come back and try more of the menu!

    The service is so nice, love the coffee as well as the panini's! The vibe is always amazing there!! Highly recommend!

    Cesar H.

    Located in the Whittier neighborhood, this coffee shop has a little bit of everything to satisfy everyone's palate. PLUS--they're the only African Espresso Bar in Denver and proudly call themselves "The Activist's Coffee Shop" because of their strong belief in social justice and community support. What I tried: Cold Brew with a splash of oat milk Iced Latte with oat milk Cranberry Scone Turkey Avocado Cheese Panini Best bites: Loved the latte--it's my usual go-to, and they did it right! The panini was fantastic, with such a classic combo of flavors. Definitely coming back to try the burrito next! If you haven't been, check them out!

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    Angela T.

    Local hidden cafe in the Whittier neighborhood . Lots Available street parking . Nice patio seating & a dog friendly designated section . Quaint cafe offering coffee, sandwiches, salads & icecream . I tried a Snickers iced latte . Coffee was great & made just as i asked . Friendly service with a smile is a plus also !!

    Lg iced SF vanilla latte
    Laura T.

    Cute , small , quiet , local business. Came in for a large iced SF vanilla latte b4 work 7$. Gal was fast and kind . Coffee is a 7/10 for me because I like mine on the sweeter side but that's a personal preference. Will just ask for more syrup next time . Cute - great local stop

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    Olivia S.

    A great spot for a coffee and breakfast with friends! We loved the vibe and outdoor seating. I had a golden milk latte that was so good, really rich earthy flavor. My sisters got burritos that were perfect. The staff were friendly and the service was quick.

    Savanna R.

    Stopped by to meet a friend here and was pleasantly surprised at how lovely this coffee shop is! It's cozy and welcoming. The patio is glorious! The service and coffee were good! A great spot to get some work done, relax or enjoy a book!

    Drip coffee, Americano with almond milk, blueberry lemon loaf

    There was a calming vibe here. We got a regular drip with cream, an Americano with almond milk, a blueberry lemon loaf, and a spinach burrito. Everything was so good. The coffee was smooth. A nice place to start your morning or to stop in for brunch. Very inviting.

    Breakfast Burritos
    Jada S.

    Attentive service, pretty clean, and can be quiet throughout the day but also has consistent customers! spicy but good burrito and the tea was good! Wi-Fi was strong and fast!

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    Mia V.

    A wonderful Neighborhood Place to relax and share time with friends and community. Love the coffee selection. And I especially love the owners!

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    I love this place. The staff is great, the music sets a great tone, the art is beautiful and the tea is delicious. What a delight.

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    Super cute cafe with seating both inside and outside. Had a smoothie. Delicious and filling. Good service. Will be back :)

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    Whittier cafe is a little dream. Highly recommend - I typically bring my own mug in & it's no problem.

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    1 year ago

    This is my favorite cafe in Denver! Awesome atmosphere and amazing staff which are super friendly. Also loved the music they played as well!

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    2 years ago

    My favorite cafe in denver, great coffee, food, staff and vibes. Breakfast burrito with a Kenyan tea is my favorite.

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    I am writing this in hopes that the owner will relay this feedback to the staff and consider a…read morebetter approach to the current closing procedures. This was my second visit to Thump Coffee within a week. I rarely leave a one-star review; in fact, I generally prefer to leave positive reviews when a business provides a good experience. Unfortunately, today's experience was disappointing enough that I feel it is worth bringing to the owner's attention. I arrived at approximately 3:50 p.m. and ultimately left at 4:21 p.m. because of the closing procedures taking place around me. At approximately 4:15 p.m., a staff member began vacuuming the wood floors and moving chairs around the tables. I was sitting at one of the longer tables and initially assumed she was simply spot-cleaning. However, she continued vacuuming throughout the area and eventually began moving chairs around the table where I was sitting. As she got closer to me, I asked if she needed me to move. I was sitting near the wall and was trying to stay out of her way. She responded, "Oh no," and indicated that I could remain seated. She then moved to the opposite side of the table and continued vacuuming around me. I eventually asked what time the establishment closed, and she told me 5:00 p.m. I was surprised, particularly because it was only around 4:15 p.m. and there were still approximately 20-25 customers inside or around the establishment. I had just spent $16.86, including a 20% tip, and was there studying for my pilot's exam. I understand that employees need to complete closing duties and prepare the establishment for the end of the day. However, beginning those duties nearly 45 minutes before closing--particularly vacuuming around customers who are actively working, studying, or conducting business--made the experience uncomfortable and gave the impression that customers were being encouraged to leave before closing time. I would encourage management to consider scheduling or sequencing closing tasks in a way that does not interfere with customers who are still actively using the space. A coffee shop's atmosphere is a significant part of the experience, and having a vacuum running around customers while they are working or studying can be quite disruptive. On a positive note, the coffee and food are solid, which is why I was happy to return for a second visit within the same week. I hope the business takes this feedback in the constructive spirit in which it is intended. I would like to see Thump continue to provide a welcoming experience for customers through its posted closing time. Best wishes.

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