Downtown Coffee, Breakfast and "Quickies"

There are many Starbucks around the downtown area and although this is OK (lately they have done some great things for our community) but, I wanted to offer some alternatives. I also find if you want something to eat with your coffee that is more than just a muffin or scone, Starbucks can be a bit lacking.

Located on 14th and Curtis Street, Backstage Coffee is on the same block as the arts district, just around the corner from the small Garner Galleria Theatre. The coffee they serve is exceptional (local roaster Pablo's) but you can also get something great to eat besides the usual coffee shop fare. Things like empanadas, sandwiches, breakfast burritos (including a vegan variety) pizza and even some occasional gluten free items.  They even serve beer, wine and some cocktails. Easy, tasty and the service is very friendly. Great people watching too!

CLOSED-The Market on Larimer square (14th and Larimer) is also a great place for a quick coffee, but they are also a deli, bakery, and specialty food shop that will give you lots of variety; Breakfast, hot food, sandwiches and salads. They have yummy desserts too. Have a seat inside or on the patio: http://themarketatlarimer.com/

Sam's #3 is a local diner with ties to the theatre district and our community. They are local, family owned and serve Greek, Mexican and American diner classics. You can get breakfast, lunch and dinner but they also have a full bar if you like a bloody mary or mimosa with your breakfast or burger. Good food, and really close by at 15th and Curtis Streets:  http://samsno3.com/

CLOSED-Also close by the arts district and convention center in the Spire building at 14th & Champa is Crave Dessert Bar & Lounge.   Like Backstage they also serve excellent local coffee (Nova Roasters) with sweet and savory pastries, afternoon high tea / light lunch fare and unique specialty cocktails and snacks for night time. This is a great place to unwind any time of day: http://cravedenver.com/about/about-crave/

Bye bye for now, but I welcome comments and questions.