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Queen City Collective Coffee
305 W 1st Ave, Denver, CO 80223, United States
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Li
Review №1

I’ve loved Queen City Collective, since the first timeI set foot in the place. The one I’ve been to is in the Baker Neighborhood, one of Denver’s older neighborhoods. The baristas are friendly, engaging, fun, and very good at making tasty drinks. Today’s mocha did not disappoint and the latte art was beautiful. I look forward to when the pandemic is over or nearly so, and we can enjoy the inside of the coffee shop(s), again.

Ch
Review №2

The coffee is really good. A great neighborhood place to go.They have pandemic donuts on the weekends. The donuts are solid I wouldnt go here just for the donuts.

Ha
Review №3

Donuts, breakfast sammiches, coffee, you name it they’ve got it 😍 haha maybe not but honestly 12/10 to this place, lovely customer service— everyone is so friendly and it’s perfectly placed in a cute little area, super relaxing to sit outside and I’m excited to check out the inside!

Am
Review №4

Will go again. Delicious latte and great space to work.

Ja
Review №5

Im extremely picky about coffee and I was pleasantly surprised with the almond milk latte. One of the better ones Ive had in town. I did deduct a star because the service felt a little cold and unattentive.A general rule of thumb for a service business, especially food related: if somebody doesnt agree you within 30 seconds, they probably shouldnt work in the service industry. If they dont greet you within 60 seconds, theyre probably not caring about many of your customers. If they dont greet you in 2 minutes or longer, they definitely should not work in the service industry.

Jo
Review №6

One of the smoothest and most flavorful cappuccinos I’ve had in Denver so far!

Ke
Review №7

Fantastic and friendly service, complimented by interesting coffee blends from various nations (Columbia, Ethiopia, etc.). Always a delight to stop by here.

Eb
Review №8

Today was my first time going to this shop, I normally go to Metropolis on Broadway! I had a pretty lame experience, from the lack of customer service to the latte (steamed oat milk).Is asking for sugar for a latte a crime, or asking for a spoon to stir said sugar the offense? The way the barista looked at me like I asked for a sip of her personal cafe!!! Long story short they have no spoons and are very reluctant to give you sugar! I was given a PLASTIC STRAW to stir hot coffee...do you think that worked? No Susie Q it didn’t! Anyways, I got home added a little more sugar and gave it a proper stir...and it’s still a no for me! Thank you for reading!

S
Review №9

Solid place. Bad fly problem that exists year around. Expect to be harassed endlessly by flies.

Ch
Review №10

We anxiously waited for years while the old bodega was converted into Queen City/Novel Strand and were utterly ecstatic to have a coffee AND beer place in one. The coffee is fantastic. Absolutely top notch. You will seldom see a cortado (my favorite drink) on a menu elsewhere. The prices are round and post-tax, a nuance of style that reflects honesty and pride. The staff is incredibly friendly and seem to truly enjoy the time they spend together at work. We come here enough that some of the baristas know us by name. The vibe is fun and hip, and the WiFi is fast. They have a few fun drink options and delicious iced and hot tea. Unlike many other places, drinks are served in more traditional cups, not polyethylene paperboard. One recommendation I would make would be to ask the brewery staff to stay out of the storefront during Queen City’s hours. The brew staff, particularly one individual, can be exceptionally disruptive and obnoxious, yelling across the building and putting on ridiculous music. Frankly, I would tolerate their inferior beers if the brewery staff weren’t so insufferable. I get the impression that Queen City subsidizes the Novel Strand pet project, and this environment reflects that. I digress, but the sooner this turns into a strictly retail establishment, the better for Baker.

Le
Review №11

Accessibility: --Parking: street parking, I saw no accessible spotsSeating: indoorOptions:Staff: kindRestrooms: yesAtmosphere: cute, clean, plants!Animals: not sureKid Friendly: sure

Ch
Review №12

The cold brew was strong and delicious paired with Pandemic Donuts. Friendly quick service from the window. Love their business model and ethics.

Ma
Review №13

The problem with review systems like this is that people can post whatever bogus story they want. The most recent 1 star review from, Zac, wasn’t deserved by Queen City. If anyone should get a review, it’s me, a Queen City regular and human being. In his review, Zac said he was treated poorly for not wearing a mask. I, again, as a human (not employee) who doesn’t think I’m saving the world by buying a cappuccino but ‘do’ think it’s kind to respect businesses wishes, told him extremely kindly that there were signs requesting masks. He responded by saying things about mandates, laws, and how he can read but didn’t care about their request. Also, he was there for beer, not coffee, so I’m not sure what thrill he received for giving this coffee shop 1 star. Both the brewery and the coffee shop (they share the space) are 5 star businesses and deserve to be reviewed honestly. For anyone who takes the time to read this, I think the kindest way to support a business is to not give them a hard time and to follow their simple requests. Queen City is one of my favorite coffee shops and they have been since they opened. I will not stand there and watch a self-righteous and rude person blatantly disrespect them just because they can or have a temper tantrum when kindly asked by a person (not the business) to consider being more respectful. Good luck out there everyone! If you need coffee or beer in Baker, go check out Queen City and Novel Strand. They’re great businesses!

Me
Review №14

We have recently switched over to decaf coffee only and loved everything about the decaf iced americano we got a few weeks back at their outdoor counter. We love brewing coffee at home and these decaf beans are unreal! Hints of berry and a flavor that is unlike any traditional coffee beans we’ve found. We can’t wait for our next cup. Also, their protective measures with the outdoor counter service is greatly appreciated. We always recommended you all when indoor seating was around & we will especially suggest you all for the continuous efforts you’ve made during this time!

An
Review №15

Everything about this place, from staff to digs, screams quality and integrity. Killer coffee, which would stand on its own, but theres a real Denver institution behind it here. Patronize the pants off this place -- it deserves it.

La
Review №16

Delicious coffee and breakfast sandwiches. Super friendly staff.

Ja
Review №17

One of my favorite new locations for a cortado. Great service, espresso had great flavor, interior space is vibrant and very functional. Ill have to come back for the brewery some time soon.

Be
Review №18

Staff is always incredibly friendly, and the coffee / drink quality is always EXCELLENT. I love that they make their own chai in-house (and I never used to enjoy chai). Queen City has a wonderful team, and I always enjoy visiting them!! YUM.

Em
Review №19

Great customer service, very cute place, phenomenal iced vanilla latte.

Co
Review №20

Great neighborhood coffee shop/brewery!! Super friendly staff and lots of bright natural light.

Iz
Review №21

Best coffee in the neighborhood & great staff/customer service. I didnt realize how much I missed a GREAT cup of black coffee until I had one of theirs.

Ja
Review №22

Neighborhood staple, love these guys. My wife and I planned our business, Postcard Foods, with a cup of coffee poured by Matt every morning. Cant imagine the neighborhood without them

Tr
Review №23

Honestly, this place is anything I’ll ever need from a coffee shop. I can walk to it, for one, and the walk up indoor/outdoor window service makes for a very convenient pick up for when I walk my dog in the mornings. The team has worked so hard during this pandemic, and they always are very friendly, gracious humans. Much love!

Re
Review №24

Hands down favorite coffee in Denver. Walk in and walk up window, quick service, amazing beans.

Bl
Review №25

Great staff here.

Se
Review №26

Great coffee, poor customer experience. We showed up and no clear menus or signage explaining the process for ordering. We then ordered our coffee and were somewhat rudely shooed out of the area by staff for having coffee and not beer. The guy did so acting like we should know this despite no signage explaining we couldnt be there. We are very Covid conscious and were standing around outside the building away from others. Will not be going back. We understand locations having and enforcing Covid procedures but this doesnt excuse a poor customer experience.

Ja
Review №27

First time here - had a perfect cappuccino!

Ve
Review №28

Cute location with very rich coffee. Pleasantly surprised with the variety of teas from Spirit tea 👍Sunstone tea is awesome.

Ki
Review №29

New baristas are incredibly rude. If customer service is something you value I would not recommend this place.

Do
Review №30

I love love love this place. The food is beyond excellent! I go there a lot!

Je
Review №31

Always a GREAT cup of coffee and the staff so nice

Na
Review №32

If youre able to get the donuts from here on Sundays, they are amazing! The coffee was most excellent! The employees were all extremely friendly and very funny!

Ka
Review №33

Cappuccino was super smooth, espresso wasnt bitter. Great customer service. Theres a brewery in the same place that we will try next time!

Jo
Review №34

My favorite coffee shop downtown! Bonus, they carry Pandemic Donut on the weekends (even the Gluten Free variets) order the pink sprinkle one.

Wi
Review №35

Some of the best service I’ve ever received. Quality drinks & quality people. Highly recommend

An
Review №36

Friendly and charming baristas. Numero uno, fave, fave, best, best, yum and yum. For real though most flavorful beans in town.

Tr
Review №37

First time here and wasn’t really impressed. We were picking up pandemic donuts (which were incredible) and my wife decided she would order a cortado. They gave us a shot they had already pulled and the milk wasn’t hot. It didn’t seem the guy or girl working wanted to be there or cared that we were there.

Ri
Review №38

Fantastic coffee! .. And even better service! .. Thank you, Queen City Collective!

Am
Review №39

Love Queen City!! Their cold brew is amazing, as well as their lattes and drip coffee. Its great having this the spot in the neighborhood and I enjoy coming here to get work done- I appreciate how spacious the space is! Havent had a beer yet, but its on my to do list.

Mi
Review №40

Great coffee and donuts on the weekends!

Ja
Review №41

I just found my new coffee shop! Staff is just over the top for quality, speed and enlightenment for the day!

Em
Review №42

Great neighborhood coffee shop! Service is always excellent!

Jo
Review №43

Weve been walking to here every weekend for their cold brew and a bags of roasted beans. They are now also selling fresh locally made donuts.

Ni
Review №44

Ah... I can’t speak more highly of Queen City, the rad dudes that run it, the sweet tunes, and overall chill atmosphere. I feel like the coffee gods blessed the Bakerhood with this gem, and while part of me wants to selfishly keep it all to myself (as if it could stay a neighborhood secret) it’s reputation prevails and I’m happy it’s getting the business it deserves! Lots of love to Queen City ❤️

Da
Review №45

Best latte in Denver! Great, friendly staff and cool vibe. I love the outside, walk-up order window for when I drop by while walking my dog!!

Lo
Review №46

Great coffee and service, every time!

Dr
Review №47

When you think about life, there are certain moments that stand out as transformational. For me, those moments are the birth of my first child, the moon landing, and the first time I visited Queen City Coffee Collective. What more can you ask for? From the best latte Ive ever had, to the beautiful bearded man who made it for me, to the atmosphere that provides a distinct blend of comfort and focus. Ive divided my life into two distinct categories: pre and post Queen City. And man, oh man, is it good to be here.

St
Review №48

Deeply flavourful drip coffee (Ethipoian is my favourite, but Rwandan is top notch as well) ready to go for $3 even makes this my preferred quick stop before heading into work (open at 7am). The brewery is nice too in that 1. you can sit outside with your dog, 2. order your beer through a window, and 3. get a half-pint. (Sometimes a full pour is too much and a 2-oz taster isnt enough. The half-pint is Goldilocks.)

Ti
Review №49

Coffee, atmosphere and service are all a perfect 10/10 for me. Such a beautiful building in a quaint spot, staffed by friendly, knowledgeable employees. Queen City is the pinnacle of Denver coffee. They also make a mean Samoa doughnut. One of my favorite places in all of Denver.

Ta
Review №50

Great window walk up service. I highly reccomend their chai

Su
Review №51

Id had Queen City coffee at other area coffee shops and enjoyed it, so I was excited to try it at the source.As we walked in, the two men behind the counter offered us some beans. They didnt have enough left in the bag to make anything, but it was enough to brew at home in our Aeropress. So from the first moment, the place was a win.We tried a couple of espresso drinks and chatted with the guys about where we might have had their coffee before. Turns out they are the roasters behind the cold brew at Bellwether, which is my favorite cold brew in the world.My latte was really good. We sat down and did a little work in the space, which also doubles as a brewery tasting room. I believe one brother runs the coffee operation, while the other runs Novel Strand Brewing. It was early AM, so I didnt try the beer.

Wi
Review №52

I love everything about this place - strong coffee, cozy atmosphere and friendly service. I come here quite often as I work not far from this place. Ill be back for sure!

Mi
Review №53

Great new local coffee spot (and soon to be co-located brewery in the evenings apparently). Friendly employee let us order from the patio so that we could stay with our pup. My order for iced coffee was a little expensive ($5) but was really good and smooth so probably some kind of fancy/trendy nitro brew - if you’re into those.

Er
Review №54

Iced americano was deeelicious. only 3.25. and Matt hooked it up. thanks dude. really awesome spot to work and chill - they have tons of games too, great for groups. also have a microbrewery attached in the back!!! come drink fresh beer.

Ca
Review №55

Matt and Jeff have been my favorite baristas since I Thump opened in Capital Hill, and I cannot express how happy I am to have them back at Queen City Collective. The coffee here is nuanced and delicate, the food and pastries are delicious, and when you aren’t in the mood for anymore caffeine they have a great herbal iced tea.Top it all off with the fact that they are connected to a brewery and it’s an undeniable equation for a good time.

Ji
Review №56

Wow! Such a cool place for coffee. Delicious and a comforting environment. Matt was super helpful, as were were the rest of the folks. Went back 2 more times!

Li
Review №57

Great service and coffee. One of the best coffee shops in Denver hands down!!

Mi
Review №58

Absolutely the best coffee I have had in a long time! It was great to find something that was not the typical super dark roast that covers everything. The barrista walked me through a few different varieties as well giving me a taste of each before I decided. I ended up taking a couple bags home because I fell in love with a new coffee!

Me
Review №59

Had a great cup of coffee(free refills) and found a cozy spot to write.

BA
Review №60

These folks know how to make coffee, and theyre friendly too!! Baker is lucky to have QC in the neighborhood... And the local teachers love them too 😊.

Tr
Review №61

Half cafe / half brewery, this odd mix actually works really well, and the staff are super friendly. Coffee is great and beers are solid. Baker has a decentneighborhood bar!

Ca
Review №62

This is a super cute coffee shop by day/brewery by night! Lattes are delicious and the pastries are yummy!

Na
Review №63

Great backstory of brothers that had made personal relationships with coffee growers. Solid espresso shot and a great cappuccino. Look forward to going back to try the brewery at night. Cool local shop!

Gr
Review №64

Great coffee shop. Spacious, friendly staff. Cone here.Cant wait to come back in the evening to try the beer side

Gr
Review №65

I love this place. It is a great place for meetings or for working alone. The coffee is perfect!

Za
Review №66

Large, great space- with only coffee, few croissants but otherwise lacking food, fruit etc.

Ch
Review №67

My favorite coffee shop in Denver hands down. The coffee and care for making quality drinks is outstanding. The atmosphere is on par with the quality of the coffee, including the baristas. Stop in if you want an amazing coffee from a barista that wont make you feel like you dont know jack about coffees. 10/10

Ji
Review №68

Best coffee in a great environment PLUS they support farmers in Africa and Latin America by paying fair prices. Awesome place

Ce
Review №69

Absolute gem in Baker. My favorite spot to get some work done and to meet up with friends. Thank you thank you to the staff who are always good vibes.

Al
Review №70

Their nitro cold brew is perfect. All of the people who work here are so friendly. Great place to get work done or meet friends!

Ti
Review №71

Great staff, product, and atmosphere. Coffee/work in the morning. Beer/social in the afternoon. Keep up the good work, QCCC!

Ma
Review №72

I had a great latte made by Sam today! Very nice spot – and great coffee!

Ja
Review №73

Delicious coffee with a cool vibe! They have genuine relationships on their supply chain and thats pretty awesome!

Ke
Review №74

Amazing coffee. Great Baristas that know you by name... The dark star coffee drink is amazing. Cannot wait to grab a beer at this place!

Ja
Review №75

Amazing coffee and incredible service! Great space, I enjoyed sitting on the patio. The thought and care behind the business practices are refreshing.

Ke
Review №76

Love Queen City! Its the perfect place to get some focus work time, journal, or chat with a friend. And the oatmilk latte is incredible.

Ta
Review №77

Best cold nitro brew around! Plus side they allow dogs in their outside seating area! How neat is that!

Mi
Review №78

Light, modern space, delcious chai latte, and ultra-friendly service. So glad we discovered Queen City!

Ch
Review №79

Queen city coffee smells like heaven. My bf liked the Ethiopian blend mmm

Am
Review №80

They make a really great nitro cold brew! I just stopped in for coffee to go, but this looks like a perfect space to have my next client meeting.

Ab
Review №81

Great espresso! Amazing atmosphere. Cant wait to get back here!

Ma
Review №82

Go out of your way to stop by and say Hi to the guys. Great drinks, stellar service and top quality coffee.

Da
Review №83

Great coffee. Nice relaxing place

Gl
Review №84

Good shop. Decent coffee. Loud music.

B
Review №85

Great service! Good coffee! Would love to grab a beer beer

Ge
Review №86

Good coffee and beer. Nice atmosphere.

Gu
Review №87

Good coffee but not what expectation i had . The place was great to work at but the day i went their wifi kept dropping

Cl
Review №88

So fun to have this place in the neighborhood, and they make one of the best cappuccinos around!

Ri
Review №89

Great coffee and the staff is fantastic.

St
Review №90

Best coffee in Denver hands down, the baristas are incredible knowledgeable and friendly. The space is great to work, meet people or just relax by yourself.

Da
Review №91

It is always hard to give a review when the owners are good friends, just encourage each of the person who reads this that they will treat you the same way they treat me, they love coffee but people are first!

We
Review №92

Great space. Super nice staff.

Th
Review №93

Awesome coffee, awesome beer, awesome people, awesome vibe, cant recommend more

Ta
Review №94

10/10 Coffee. 11/10 baristas.

Da
Review №95

My favorite neighborhood coffee shop, the patio is dog and family friendly. My favorite feature is the service window on the patio.

Ma
Review №96

Service and coffee are fantastic, with ample bike parking and a cool vibe you can tell the owners take great pride in providing an excellent cup of coffee.Talk to them about their roasting process and learn!

Ch
Review №97

Love this coffee shop! Best coffee and Baristas in Denver!

Da
Review №98

Good vibes, nice outdoor area too

Dy
Review №99

Great new neighborhood coffee shop. Delicious coffee and friendly employees.

Ev
Review №100

Incredible skilled and passionate baristas- always fantastic!

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  • Address:305 W 1st Ave, Denver, CO 80223, United States
  • Site:https://queencitycollectivecoffee.com/
  • Phone:+1 720-949-0246
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
Working hours
  • Monday:6:30AM–2:30PM
  • Tuesday:6:30AM–2:30PM
  • Wednesday:6:30AM–2:30PM
  • Thursday:6:30AM–2:30PM
  • Friday:6:30AM–2:30PM
  • Saturday:6:30AM–2:30PM
  • Sunday:6:30AM–2:30PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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