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You take your coffee seriously, and a cortado is the only way to get the exact ratio of espresso to milk you require.

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Small space with natural lighting and macabre decor sets a cozy vibe. Xena crafts a perfect cortado with great balance. Punk music adds an upscale energy while the bar seating with outlets draws a friendly crowd.

Perfect 10 out of 10 cortado crafted with care. Xena prepares a mean cortado that stands out for its quality and balance.

People are saying

"I had the best coffee I've ever tasted here."

"I loved their amazing seasonal and classic lattes."

"I thought the cortado was a perfect 10 out of 10."

Good to know

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Procession Coffee is located inside Zeppelin Station, just off to the left when you walk in.

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Expect a great selection of pastries alongside high-quality coffee.

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The staff is known for their friendly service and coffee expertise.

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Boho-style coffee shop offers a cozy atmosphere with intimate upscale decor and natural light. Cortados are smooth and balanced, served with bubbly water for a refreshing touch. Dog treats and a chill vibe attract a friendly crowd perfect for work or socializing.

Cortados come out delicious and lovely with a smooth balance. They arrive paired with bubbly water for a refreshing touch.

People are saying

"I enjoyed the delicious coffee and cappuccino here."

"I thought the breakfast burritos were tasty and had a little kick."

"I found the cortado to be delicious and lovely."

Good to know

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Parking can be tricky, so expect to walk a bit to get there.

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Limited seating means you might need to take your coffee to go.

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Prices are affordable compared to other coffee shops in the area.

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Coffee shop

Pop-up coffee shop shines with authentic Cuban pastries and incredible coffee. Cortados are smoothly balanced, especially the cortado con azucar. Warm, friendly vibe draws a crowd that loves fresh, flaky pastelitos and a taste of home.

Cortados come out properly made with a smooth balance. The cortado con azucar adds a nice touch of sweetness.

People are saying

"I found the pastries here to be the best I've ever had."

"This Cuban bakery's pastelitos are flaky, buttery, and taste like home."

"I enjoyed the cortados because they were made properly."

Good to know

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Cafรฉ Tres operates as a pop-up without seating.

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Arrive early to avoid missing out on popular pastries.

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Street parking is available, but limited.

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Industrial space with concrete floors offers a calm, cozy vibe perfect for chats or work. Cortado tastes exceptional with a Dijon mustard cream cheese pairing. Password-protected Wi-Fi ensures a comfortable environment for socializing and productivity.

Shot looks perfect and delivers an amazing cortado. Preparation includes a Dijon mustard infused cream cheese pairing option. The cortado consistently tastes exceptional.

People are saying

"This cafe is a really nice, comfortable space to hang out."

"It's a quiet spot for enjoying peaceful moments."

"I enjoyed the exceptional cortado with its beautiful golden crema."

Good to know

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Parking is limited and available on the street.

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They offer a wide variety of coffees and roast their own beans.

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Prices are typical for Denver coffee shops, with drinks around $9.

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Small coffee shop with modern design offers a cozy urban vibe. Cortados come with sparkling water and choice of beans, served with great taste and presentation. Outdoor patio and lobby provide comfortable spaces for work or relaxation.

Two cortados come with sparkling water and offer a choice between two beans and roast profiles. Presentation is very nice and the cortados taste great.

People are saying

"I found the coffee here to be amazing and high quality."

"It's such a cute and cozy spot with a welcoming vibe."

"I found the cortado amazing and served with sparkling water."

Good to know

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Parking can be challenging near the cafรฉ.

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They charge extra for non-dairy milk options.

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Expect to pay around $8 for a cup of coffee.

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Open industrial space with stadium seating and a sunny patio creates a lively yet chill vibe. Oat cortados here are consistently delicious, perfect for dog-friendly patio visits. Energetic music stays low, ideal for working or chatting among local pros.

Patio seating welcomes dogs while serving delicious oat cortados. This spot stands out for its consistent quality in cortado offerings.

People are saying

"I thought the coffee and lattes here were great."

"It's a great spot for remote work with lots of seating and outlets."

"They really knew what they were doing with my Cortado."

Good to know

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Parking at Aviano Coffee on 2nd can be difficult.

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Aviano Coffee on 2nd can be really busy during peak hours.

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They have a few gluten-free pastry options available.

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Coffee shop

Large, open seating with vibrant plants and graffiti walls creates a lively vibe. Cortado boasts a smooth texture with rich espresso and balanced milk. Free WiFi in dedicated co-working spots makes it perfect for work or chill.

Smooth texture and balanced flavor define the cortado here. It comes well-prepared with a rich espresso base and just the right amount of steamed milk.

People are saying

"I thought the coffee here was genuinely good."

"The vibe here is super chill and cozy, perfect for getting work done."

"This Cortado spot has the best vibes and a chill atmosphere."

Good to know

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Migas Coffee hosts yoga classes on Wednesdays at 6pm.

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They offer latte art competitions on weekends.

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Collaborative events like Pilates and book clubs happen regularly.

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Coffee shop

Vintage Airstream trailer and swing chairs create a cozy, peaceful vibe. Cortados have a delicious flavor with oat milk available for a small charge. Dog-friendly and mellow, the spot fits a quiet, pleasant neighborhood perfectly.

Cortados here have a delicious flavor and come with a charge for oat milk at $1.00 per 2 ounces. The drinks pair well with the laid-back vibes of the spot.

People are saying

"I thought the coffee here tasted great."

"It's dog friendly, and the pup loves fetch!"

"The barista here is the kindest I've ever met."

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Dogs are welcomed at Nowhere Coffee, making it a great spot for pet owners.

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A Cortado costs $5.50 before tax and tip, reflecting the higher pricing in Denver.

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Nowhere Coffee offers fun seasonal specials that change regularly.

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Old fire station turned coffee shop offers a smooth cortado with top-notch espresso. Industrial vibe and original features like a fireman's pole create a unique setting. Spacious indoor and shaded outdoor seating with free wifi attract remote workers despite no laptop outlets.

Offers a well balanced and smooth cortado with expertly steamed milk. The espresso quality stands out, making it one of the best cortados around.

People are saying

"The pastries here are beautiful and delicious."

"I thought the cortado here was perfect and the best I've ever had."

"It has a really industrial vibe with big garage doors."

Good to know

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There are no outlets available for charging devices.

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The Wi-Fi is strong enough for meetings.

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The outdoor seating is not comfortable.

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Spacious bakery shines with natural light and a modern industrial vibe. Cortado delivers a balanced espresso taste, perfect with their morning bun. Ample seating with outlets suits work or relaxation, enhanced by indoor-outdoor flow.

Cortado offers a beautifully balanced taste that highlights the espresso notes while keeping the milk texture intact. It pairs well with pastries like the morning bun.

People are saying

"The pastries here are perfectly flaky and buttery."

"The baristas here are so kind and lovely."

"I tried the Cortado; it was beautifully balanced."

Good to know

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Parking is easy and ample at the bakery.

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The coffee shop has plenty of seating inside and outside.

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The menu features unique, fresh pastries and quality coffee.

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Small cafe with industrial design offers a calm vibe and dog-friendly patio with great views. Cortados are 4oz and come with almond milk or breve, priced around $6.20. Comfortable bar seating and rock and roll music complete the experience.

Cortados here come in a 4oz. size and can be made with almond milk or breve. The coffee quality is good, and the price sits around $6.20.

People are saying

"I found the coffee here to be incredible."

"You have to try their unique seasonal lattes, especially the yam or cherry blossom."

"I thought the cortado was of good quality."

Good to know

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Parking can be difficult at the coffee shop.

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The indoor seating is limited, making it cozy but crowded.

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The cost of a 4oz. almond milk cortado is $6.20.

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Large space with industrial chic decor offers a cozy, quiet spot for remote work and casual chats. Cortados are luscious and well crafted, served with sparkling water. Outdoor patio is dog-friendly and bright, perfect for fresh air breaks.

Cortados come traditional with a selection of espresso beans and a glass of sparkling water. The texture is luscious and well crafted.

People are saying

"I found the coffee here to be superb and world-class."

"Their focus on specialty coffee varieties is for a refined palate."

"I craved their luscious Cortados even on vacation."

Good to know

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Corvus Coffee Roasters offers coffee tastings to try a variety of beans.

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Seating is available both indoors and on the patio.

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Prices for coffee and pastries are considered high compared to other shops.

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Coffee shop

Coffee shop blends Indonesian themes with Harry Potter style in a calm, cozy space. Cortado stands out among drinks, served by professional baristas with non-dairy options. Comfortable seating and strong Wi-Fi make it ideal for work or socializing.

Offers a cortado alongside other coffee options like latte and tubruk. Available for to-go orders and enjoyed by groups and individuals alike.

People are saying

"The coffee staff here is so friendly and knowledgeable."

"The drink options here are unique and fun."

"I had the cortado to go."

Good to know

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There is free parking available nearby.

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Fast wifi is available for customers.

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The shop has large tables and excellent electrical outlets for charging devices.

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