Nick’s Cafe
777 Simms St, Golden, CO, 80401
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Address :
777 Simms St
Golden, CO, 80401 - Phone (303) 238-9670
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good For : Breakfast
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Jennifer B.
Such a great place. Owners Nick and Kellie are extremely friendly and love to talk about Elvis and their story. The food is beyond amazing!!
(5)Craig A.
We visited twice during our short trip to the area and we always felt welcome. It is not unusual for Nick to walk the room and make sure everyone is taken care of. Bring cash but the prices are reasonable. A must see for anyone with an interest in Elvis.
(5)Don B.
OK, I'm an obvious outlyer - Nick's Cafe has a 4.5 star rating overall, is riddled with 4 and 5 star reviews, and I'm giving them 3 stars. I get it, I think. Regulars and people that know them, love the owners, and yes, that's worth a lot. People love the atmosphere - I get that too. You really have to experience the atmosphere to understand it. By most standards, it's too small, the furnishings too old, the tables and chairs too close together, and the walls too cluttered with Elvis memorabilia, but somewhere midst all these "toos" is a quirky and indescribable charm. Prices are good - hard to find comparable breakfast or lunch prices elsewhere. I also appreciate their support of/commitment to law enforcement - we sat at a corner table beneath a number of pictures honoring fallen law enforcement individuals. Many other Yelpers have commented on the cash only policy. Not really a problem, but good for diners to know in advance. Disposable cups and cutlery also doesn't generate much enthusiasm. Our food was fine. There were 4 of us, we chose 4 different breakfasts, and all were fine. "World's greatest gyros" seems to be a theme in many reviews, and none of our breakfasts included gyros, so there's one good reason for us to come back. We will also come back for the overall "experience" - I can honestly say I've never been to another place quite like Nick's. But the food itself (while perfectly fine) and the dining experience per se, disposable cups and cutlery included, wouldn't, on their own, bring me back. I really did enjoy Nick's, and really will go back, but at the end of the day when I do all the math, I still come up with 3 stars.
(3)Spencer C.
The absolute best gyros in town. No one has a better sense of Greek food and elvis more than Nick.
(5)Mark H.
It's small and seems to be family run. There are just 9 tables but it's a great local spot. The theme is Elvis so it's a must if you love the king. The owner actually fed Elvis.
(5)Megan J.
What a gem! Very divey little spot in a pretty unnoticeable location. They clearly love everything Elvis. The walls are covered in memorabilia. Super friendly staff, great prices, and the food was yummy. I had the gyro breakfast sandwich and hubby had "Ott's Special" (eggs, ham, biscuits and gravy). Never thought to make breakfast out of gyro meat but it was delicious. Both of our breakfasts and coffees totaled under twenty bucks. Not bad at all. Side note: it's cash only.
(4)Rocky T.
Great little place. Had the lunch special 2 pork chops with a side of carrots and a baked (mashed) potato for $8.00. What a great deal. Very tasty!! Friendly waitress. Very clean. Looking forward to returning.
(5)Phil B.
The perfect example of "don't judge a book"... Great food and even better personalities. The owners make you feel at home. And if you like Elvis you are really in luck. The previous comment on the French Toast was spot on. Just like mom used to make, if you mom was a great cook.
(4)Kellie-Jean L.
The owner Nick is very friendly, he even gave my 11 month old a toy. The waitress was nice as well. Everyone who came in knew him and even each other it seemed. Quite a few people were there by themselves including me (and my baby) but you feel totally welcome. I got two pancakes, 2 eggs, and home fries. The first time I went the food was pretty good, but I didn't finish the home fries. Today I went and the food was even better- I finished it all. The portions are large and prices are low. Nick's story of how he met Elvis is intriguing and he really is a great guy. I can't wait to try the breakfast sandwich. Don't forget it's cash only! Oh Ya, they open at 5am! Wow!
(5)Jonathan H.
Appearances can be deceiving, the gyros here are top notch and the interior decor is... interesting to say the least. Will go again
(4)Rob D.
My son and i stopped in for a little breakfast late Saturday. I was immediately greeted by Nick and a young waitress. We were seated and had drinks in seconds. They had fresh brewed decaf! Not really impressive unless you drink decaf and know most places have to brew it fresh and gouge you for the price of an Americana. My so ordered the egg sandwich with bacon and home fries and I an all American 2 eggs over easy with sausage links and some more of those perfectly cooked yummy skin-on taters. You can't go wrong with sourdough bread neither. Pretty laid back little joint with about seating for 10. Love all the Elvis stuff plastered on the walls and the Elvis singing on Elvis serius xm Radio. Pretty. Fun little place with a small patio as well
(5)Randy O.
I spent a few days across the street and ate breakfast 3 times here.. The staff rocked.. The food was good and about average for a place like this (worth the stop). The breakfast burrito was good , but the pancakes were terrific. The real appeal of the place is Nick. The guy is real, works his tail off and loves his place. Take this over any chain food joint any day of the week. Now, to get some fresh roasted green chili's in his breakfast burrito
(4)Jason L.
If you blink you'll miss this place, and even if you spot it you'll be tempted to drive right on by. The place looks like a real dump from the road, but don't be deceived: This is a cool breakfast spot. HIGHS: - Atmosphere. Supposedly, the owner Nick used to work for Elvis. The place is stuffed with "old Diner" kitsch (most of which is devoted to Elvis), but it's the real deal. It's not stupid kitsch like Johnny Rockets. - Staff. Really great servers, and Nick himself greets you from the kitchen when you walk in the door. - Quick service. - Price. Incredibly inexpensive. Two breakfast burritos and two coffees for $15...including a 20% tip? Stop it. It's too good to be true. - Food. It's good. Nothing special, but definitely not bad. I could see becoming a regular. - Hilarious sign. It says "Voted #1 by Rick and Al" - who? Funny. LOWS: - Parking lot is weird and small. - No credit cards - CASH only. - Not a lot of tables. If this place ever catches on (and it should), it's going to be impossible to get seat. Bottom Line: IF you live in Golden or Lakewood, cart yourself up to Nick's for breakfast. It's worth a look.
(4)James P.
We drove to Nick's by mistake. One of the greatest mistakes of our trips. The atmosphere was great. The cafe walls were Elvis theme. The service excellent. Despite being only 2 people working the service was prompt. The hash browns were more like boring potatoes. However I ordered an omelet with sausage eggs and cheese and the sausage among the best that I've had and the omelet was bursting with favor. I highly recommend Nick's!
(4)Kris K.
Really good roadside cafe. I would say 5 stars, but I don't want too many people coming here. Nick seems to really care about the food and his customers. It's just him cooking the food, and he does it very well. Limited menu with exactly what you need to get you through your morning with no worries. Cash only and don't be a douche when ordering.
(4)Chantel C.
The best gyro you will EVER eat! Tiny hole in the wall. The owner is the chef every day and you will never be disappointed in what you order. I will never order a gyro anywhere else after eating here. They have burgers and mexican food as well but just keep ordering the glorious gyro. Make sure you have cash and get to Nick in the kitchen. He is a delight to know and you can enjoy your lunch surrounded by his collection of Elvis, Beatles and Marilyn Monroe items!
(5)J K.
Good food, good staff, good prices. I love the theme(s) inside, and the overall vibe was nice. A complete hole-in-the-wall, which is cool, but the lack of credit card acceptance is a bit annoying. I do get why it is that way, but in this day and age, it comes as a surprise.
(4)Doug Y.
This little spot next to a Liquor store off of 6th and Simms is the quitessential breakfast joint. Nick the owner is also the cook, cashier, and greeter. There are maybe five small tables in this little neighborhood diner and I think the last time I was there the flatware and cups were disposable. Breakfast fast and reasonably priced and a good diner lunch are available. My favorite is the Gyro omelette for breakfast and the Greek burger (hamburger and gyro meat) for lunch. Cute waitress too. Hey Nick.
(4)Mike F.
$5 breakfast burrito - really yummy & enough to feed a small family!
(4)Ray G.
Great food and service. Try the Greek omelet. Atmosphere a lot of fun with Elvis memorabilia.
(5)Leesy D.
I drove down from Vail for business and decided to stop in here between appointments- Great place! Friendly staff ( which goes a long way with me) Huge and delicious breakfast burrito for $6-and Elvis memorabilia everywhere! If I'm ever on this side of town again, I'll be stopping back
(5)Stanley N.
Cozy little joint with friendly staff and great service. Breakfast was good. Tons of Elvis stuff all over the walls.
(4)Barbara P.
We love Nicks. Cash only....who cares? Just bring cash. No biggy. You can't find a happier, friendlier place.
(5)Billy B.
excellent food and an awesome atmosphere in a small package,
(4)Kat K.
BEST "hole-in-the-wall" you will ever eat at! Don't expect fancy silverware of anything, but that's not what's special about this place! Nick cooks all the food himself and treats you like family. Bring cash, as it's cash only. My kids love this place too! They can order whatever they want! We love this place and when we moved away it was always on our list of "must eat" when we came to visit. Now that we are back home we eat here often!
(5)Heather D.
Best gyros in town and Nick is far and away the best too. Try the gyros omelette if you do breakfast!
(5)Keith W.
I've been back to Nick's Cafe about once a month since discovering it in September '11. The service is *always* cheerful and friendly, the food is *always* piping hot and fresh off the grill, Elvis is *always* playing on Sirius or XM, and I *always* wonder why I don't come here more often. I have never spent more than $10 for a meal with a tip here. I've had most of the items on the lunch menu and enjoyed everything. The "American Gyro Burger" isn't listed but is occasionally on the specials board. It's awesome - cooked to order with fries, a couple slices of American cheese, and a heapin' helpin' of freshly grilled gyro meat on top - delicious. My office mates have joined me a couple of times, and an out-of-town work visitor joined a couple of times, and everyone has had great things to say about the food, the service, and the kitschy ambiance. The only time anyone was disappointed was when my wife and I came for breakfast and her eggs were undercooked. I'm positive that if you state your doneness preference, Nick will do right by you.
(5)Richard W.
Awesome Breakfast Burrito with Italian Sausage and Hot green chili! And its only 5 bucks!
(4)Anthony C.
My second time here and I'll return a lot more. Best gyros ever! Tons of Elvis history and personal stories. Fascinating and delicious!!!!
(5)L. Z.
Yummy and unique. The decor is all Elvis, the vibe is cozy and chill. The gyro supreme and chef salad really hit the spot. The service was friendly and punctual. CASH ONLY NO CHECKS OR CARDS. Minus one star for The styrofoam cups and plastic spoons but overall a great lunch spot.
(4)Kellon H.
Nick's Cafe is simply a terrific diner-style cafe, with friendly service and a unique kitschy Elvis-based interior. The aforementioned Nick (a friendly and very affable fellow) fills the role of cook and cashier, and has a fairly straight-forward menu of pro-typical diner food. On a recent trip, I had Nick grill up his "Bud's Burger" which was a pound of meat. It was the size advertised, and very tasty. Nick checked on my satisfaction several times, and kept the restaurants six or so tables happy with food coming, I noticed. Nick's Cafe may be a throwback to another era of dining, but he proves it's not one to be forgotten. It's hard to imagine anyone in search of breakfast or straightforward comfort food disappointed in what Nick provides.
(4)Glenn B.
Went here two days in a row. How's that for a review?! Me and my girlfriend are from CA and decided to see her favorite band play at Red Rocks. We always Yelp local places to avoid any chain-type restaurants. Not that chain restaurants are necessarily bad. It's just that we like going where locals go. So as we're planning our trip. I Yelped breakfast joints and Nick's comes up. Good ratings. So, ok we have Nick's at the top of the list. We arrived the day before the concert and hit Nick's after we get settled in town....AND WE WERE NOT DISAPPOINTED!!!! Nick's was AMAZING! Quaint, quirky. The ambience was excellent. What we loved was all the cool Elvis memorabilia strewn upon every wall (including the bathroom). They even have Elvis hot sauce (try the green one). Nick was there cooking away. The wait staff was beyond cool. One waitress. I believe was his wife, told us a story about Nick and Elvis. When Elvis came to Denver. If you go, have her tell you the story. It involves the Fool's Gold sandwich. My breakfast was simple bacon, eggs and pancakes. But what was simple was a whole lot more! The food looked like something mom used to make. The bacon was perfectly crisp, my eggs just like I like them. But the pancakes...were epic. Irregular shaped (like mom's). Not uniformly round like from a Denny's. The taste. Perfect. So, the day of the concert. We go for a brunch. I asked our waitress (the same one). What she recommends. She suggested the Rocky Burger. Awesome. A Denver specialty. I couldn't have been happier! This burger was delicious! Can't tell you what's in it. Just get it. My girl had the gyro. Nick has a traditional spit in the kitchen roasting the meat. You can see it cooking away. It was the best ever! The meat was juicy, succulent, spicy. The feta came in slabs. Not crumbles. Again, epic! I love me some feta! The prices for the meal was pretty cheap. 6-10 dollar range. It's cash only. Some reviews were pretty against that policy but cash only is pretty smart. Nick doesn't have to pay the credit card companies their stupid fee for using their machines. So the savings comes in the form of cheap prices. Not cheap food. Go! Just be a local and go. Tell Nick that the couple from California said Hi! And we'll be back!
(5)Kristen B.
Great food cheap. Small, funky place with lots of personality. Skip the chain restaurants and enjoy some local color. The gyro and Italian sausage are some of the best we have ever had.
(5)Cindi T.
Been eating here for years - breakfasts are awesome and cheap. My personal fav is the gyro for lunch - real gyro meat - not the little shaved strips that you get at other restuarants around town.
(4)Leah A.
I really enjoy Nick's Cafe. It's a great place, with good food and awesome decor. Plus Nick himself cooks it all and he makes sure to say hi to everyone that walks in. I don't eat meat and they have veggie options which is great. I suggest the Breakfast Burrito, they're huge and delicious. But there is so much more on the menu so try it all! I wish they served breakfast all day but they do stop around lunch time so be sure to get there for breakfast if you can!
(5)Tres B.
Really delicious breakfast. I recommend the Camper's omelette. The pretty waitress was friendly and prompt. This really is a hole in the wall ... Homey charm and believe it or not, another cafe with Greek/Elvis decor. My only gripe is their cash only policy. Your tax dodging scheme shouldn't inconvenience me, your customer. That said, the good is good enough for me to return ( soon)
(4)Andrew R.
I've never before come across such a disconnect between yelp ratings and actual experience. Nice owners, unique decor, decent prices, blah blah blah. Here is what you need to know... Our table setting consisted of red plastic solo cups for water, paper cups for coffee, a plastic spoon, metal fork/knife, and a glass plate. How does an established and seemingly respected restaurant serve meal like this? Is it that hard too buy some coffee mugs and glass-wear? The place is obviously very popular among it's regulars, I just don't understand why. The food was ok.
(1)Ryan H.
I don't get it. Every square inch covered in Elvis memorabilia. Nice, friendly staff, but the food was average. Drinking out of Solo Cups made me feel like I was at a Lions pancake breakfast. $2 for a can ok Coke was a bit steep, but the rest of the menu was reasonably priced.
(3)Crys A.
CASH ONLY. (Really? In this day and age?) This is clearly a neighborhood place with lots of regulars. I thought the waitress was absolutely top notch; very nice, attentive and quick with the food. However, the food? Meh. Not what people are raving about, at least as far as I can tell. My husband's breakfast burrito was not very special. And $2 for a can of coke? Yikes. My toast came without butter. My eggs and sausage were okay. There's no cream for coffee, just those weird unchilled half-and-halfs with an indeterminate shelf life. For that matter, the coffee was served in a styrofoam cup, not a mug. Just ... not super impressed.
(3)Eric M.
Awesome breakfast! Everyone restaurant owner should take notes from this owner too ... What a nice guy!
(5)Dustin C.
Pretentious types and hipsters need not visit. This place is what denver used to be, the staff is great, and there are no frills. Just good greasy food.
(5)Joy P.
Everything was great, but most notably was the service. This hole in the wall diner is a true hidden gem. The staff went out of their way to help accommodate our group which included a wheelchair. This place is tiny, 6 or 7 tables, and they made it work and seemed happy to do so. The other reviews aren't kidding when they say that Elvis stuff is everywhere- it's floor to ceiling memorabilia. It is clear the locals love this place, and the chef Nick, who does all the cooking knew most people by name. He came out to every table to check on the food which was impressive considering the nonstop phone orders and packed tables. I had the special- green chile burger, served in a tortilla. Husband had a gyro. Both were delicious! The rest of our group enjoyed there food as well. If we lived in the area we would be regulars! CASH ONLY!
(5)Wendy L.
Come here... Don't ask... Just DO IT!! Mom and Pop hole in the wall. And I mean that as such a compliment!!! Came here while on vacation, because we were looking for a breakfast joint that the locals loved. So glad we did! Yes. It's small and quaint. Yes. They serve everything with 'picnic' style plastic. Yes. They are cash only.... If you don't like places like this. DON'T come here. Just don't. You just won't 'get' it and you'll end up leaving a bad review. BUT, If you want amazing home style food, at cheap prices, served by the nicest couple... Then come. You'll LOVE it!! Order Nick's special breakfast sandwich. Eggs. Green chili. Cheese. And a big, fat Italian sausage. All on Texas toast. Oh yeah. Good eatin... We came back for lunch the next day just for the gyros. This is the real deal, folks!!! Deeeeeelish!!!! The King reigns supreme in this place and they'll be happy to share their Elvis stories with ya while Nick cooks up his magic in the kitchen. I love finding goodness like this lil slice of Americana. Family owned and run businesses like Nick's. Can't wait til our travels bring us thru again...
(5)Andrew B.
CLOSED? I went by there this past Tuesday (9/23/14) around 6PM and there were a rather large stack of plates sitting on a table inside the place and it was closed....looked like closed for good.
(3)Debbie L.
I have always enjoyed Nick's, that is why I dropped by today to get something to go as I was needed back in the office ASAP after an appointment. I was told by the waitress that Nick was not doing any to-go orders. No explanation, just no to-go orders. It crossed my mind to order and then ask for a to-go box but at this point I felt like a second-class citizen since we have been dropping by there for years as often as we can. And no, that's not often with my schedule. But, not again. I had some folks I wanted to bring in to see the Elvis stuff, but after the lousy feeling I got from there today I won't be back.
(1)Lori M.
Rarely do you find a place to eat that has endured the test of time! The food, service and atmosphere makes Nick's a great place to eat! Nick supports our local law enforcement and our community. Thanks Nick!
(5)Timothy G.
This place is near the hotel we are staying at, and given the reviews I had to give it a try. Breakfast today was fantastic! We will be going back. Take note they only accept cash.
(4)Meghan M.
Small town place with great service and food. Definitely a greasy spoon if you are looking for that sort of thing. I ordered the biscuits and gravy with eggs and the hubby ordered the breakfast burrito. Both were what we expected. The gravy could have used a little more pepper or something and the burrito was better with sour cream. The owner was very friendly and so were the staff. Cash only which is fine for this size establishment. Only downfall was most tableware was disposable, which I thought odd since CO seems more green than that.
(3)Rick B.
Stopped in at Nick's because we were done with a business meeting and checked Yelp for a good lunch place nearby. Glad we did. Small, eclectic, cozy. Had the gyro. Fabulous. I never know what I'm going to get when I order a gyro, and I love what Nick does with his. Great lamb (he says he gets it from the east coast), BIG sandwich. Oh, sooooo tasty.
(4)Danny L.
Great little place! I have been going to Nicks for years and always get great food and great service. The owner Nick is the cook and the restaurant is always packed with regulars that Nick knows by their first names. Nicks gets the 4-star treatment as whenever I bring my son he gives him a brand new in the box Hot Wheels car as a treat at no extra cost. little touches like that are what make good service great! Great little family hole in the wall breakfast place. Not a big place but great food and great very personal service!
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