Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Highlands Ranch

"Originally founded in a funky old Victorian house off Boulder’s Pearl Street, this quaint morning eatery now generates long lines across the Front Range for its chicory coffee, beignets, pain perdu, and more Creole specialties."

"A 40-year-old tradition, but still with only a handful of locations around Colorado, this Creole cafe is always charming. Highlights include chicory coffee, beignets, eggs sardou and buttermilk biscuits and gravy."

"Growing up on frosted Pop Tarts, I know a good one when I see one, and Sugar Bakeshop’s homemade pop tarts are seriously out of this world. They’re crispy on the outside, warm and gooey on the inside, and have the freshest fillings… not to mention the perfectly sweetened glaze on top. Go channel your inner child and eat one of these."

"Hand crafted sweets made with care can be picked up at this local bakery and coffee shop, from morning hand pies to afternoon whiskey soaked bundt cakes."

"Combining old world flavors with classic French culinary techniques, Vert Kitchen is a French-inspired deli that serves gourmet sandwiches using sustainable meats, dairy and some of the finest pantry goods in Denver. Patrons squeeze into this tiny Washington Park West lunch-and-brunch counter for handmade sandwiches, garden-fresh salads, and delicious soups made from local and seasonal ingredients. It's the perfect stop when you get tired while exploring Denver attractions."

"Vert Kitchen has several fresh, healthy meals to choose from, and it’s one of the best French restaurants in Denver when you’re looking for market-fresh options. Breakfast options include the egg and cheese sandwich on a brioche bun with avocado, tomato, bacon, or turkey sausage. You can also try the frittata of the day or the fried eggs and bacon in tomato butter."

"Katherine’s French Bakery & Cafe is a family-owned local, European-style bakery and cafe that specializes in French pastries, quiche, cakes and cookies. Katherine’s also offers customized cakes and cupcakes, an extensive breakfast and lunch menu that is served all day, as well as catering. Katherine’s French Bakery & Cafe is located at 728 S University Blvd, Denver, CO 80209."

"Family-owned and operated, Chef Mario Arrua has spent more than two decades in hospitality, food, and beverage. Aiming for well-prepared and properly seasoned food, Katherine’s counter-service and European-style cafe specializes in French pastries, quiches, cakes, and cookies made from scratch."

"I love them just as much as an unadorned baguette or other pastry. That's what this Bonnie Brae neighborhood bakery is all about the visuals, with elaborately decorated cakes and other creations. But their bread is pretty darn good too, as is their French-themed menu."

"What this postage-stamp-sized shop lacks in size, it makes up for with big flavors in coffee, often brewed from local Huckleberry Roasters' beans. The real secret is the divine back patio; it’s garden-like in summer, and in winter, staff will equip you with blankets and space heaters. Overt’s owners run the popular Vert Kitchen next door, so naturally, the coffee shop's grab-and-go cooler is stocked with the restaurant’s delicious sandwiches.Neighborhood:Washington Park"

"Their coffee is super smooth -- I had the cappuccino and it was so creamy and not too sweet. Great atmosphere and super f..."

"850 South Monaco Parkway 720-536-5455istanbulcafeandbakery.com. Head east to find delectable Turkish pastries both savory and sweet at this little bakery in a shopping center off Monaco and Leetsdale. Skip your boring morning bagel and sink your teeth into some açma, with a texture somewhere between a croissant and a bagel, or simit, somewhat like a circular pretzel coated in sesame seeds."

"Little Ollie’s is on the fancier side of Chinese food establishments, with a high-end ambiance, serving up a variety of dishes from traditional Chinese and to sushi and sashimi to even American food, accompanied with a great range of delicious cocktails to spice up your dining experience. This legendary Chinese restaurant in Denver has been serving grade-A dishes made with only top-quality ingredients for over two decades and it continues to wow the Denver community to this very day."

"There’s a reason why your iPhone comes equipped with a flashlight: You’ll need its bright beam to peruse the menu at Odyssey, a crimson-clad tablecloth Italian restaurant in Cherry Creek with the kind of low lighting that makes even those with perfect eyesight admit defeat. But that’s part of the allure of this charming two-story maze of corner nooks and jewel-box rooms framed with weathered brick, gold-framed photos, wine bottles and violins. Romancing couples come here to kiss and hold hands and to feast on saucy spaghetti and meatballs, scampi, osso buco and the “Godfather” steak, an aged ribeye that’s intended for two."

"Located in the Southwest neighborhood, Odyssey Italian Restaurant offers satisfying, but approachable Italian dining. Pasta dishes are of course available, but you can also find a slew of Sicilian specialities created by their chef, Jgnazia Mulei. The intimate restaurant, with inside and outdoor seating and excellent service, is a favorite of Denver locals, and the large portions that come with house bread and a Caesar salad are perfect for a date night."

"Red linens, exposed brick, and vintage decor create the fun and casual ambiance at Odyssey Italian Restaurant. This mom & pop restaurant serves fresh Sicilian fare in a casual sett..."

"Nobu Matsuhisa, one of the world’s most sought after sultans of sushi and sashimi, recently opened a Denver outpost of his New York-based flagship. The Cherry Creek showstopper, tricked out with stone accents, reclaimed teak, Japanese cut-out screens and a 14-seat sushi bar, parades beautifully displayed slivers of fresh fish, coupled with five styles of Wagyu beef preparations, lobster tacos, lamb chops, noodles and more. The voluminous wine list is nothing short of epic."

"When none other than world-renowned chef Nobu Matushisa brought his brand of luxe Japanese cuisine to Cherry Creek, the hype was huge and the reviews were rave. Both continue to be earned: Against a hip, loungelike backdrop, the splurges keep coming — among them uni shooters, crab-claw or rock-shrimp tempura, and Nobu’s famous new-style sashimi as well as a sushi selection ranging from abalone nigiri to yellowtail-okra rolls."

"Upscale Japanese restaurant in located in the Steele Creek building in Denver’s Cherry Creek area serving sushi, seafood, salads, sake and cocktails in a posh setting. Hours:Closed todayMon: ClosedTue: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PMWed: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PMThu: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PMFri: 4:30 PM - 9:00 PMSat: 4:30 PM - 9:00 PMSun: Closed. Address:98 Steele St, Denver, CO 80206"

"This uber-popular Greenwood Village eatery is located near the Denver Tech Center and often frequented by high-powered business folks and local celebrities. It's also an ideal choice for any steak lover, perhaps especially those celebrating a special occasion. If big steaks are your passion, Del Frisco's is definitely the right place."