Delish! We had pesto mushroom sandwich which was scrumptious , side of breakfast potatoes, crisp and hot (love it when my food comes out hot!) and the hummus veggie which was tasty although I would've liked it better without the hummus, but I'm not a huge hummus fan. Tea was good, love the simple, peaceful ambiance and the hot sauce selection was very yummy. It's local, organic, and nice staff and good food selection in the store. Wish this was in my hood! Bonus of being right by wash park so you can walk around after. Great neighborhood gem!
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Katy-Robin G.
Fooducopia was a great place when I wanted a quiet breakfast with a friend on a monday morning. I was happy to know that food was healthy and sourced well. I had a veggie scramble with the pulled port and thought it was quite delicious. I'm excited to return for their selection of seafood and meats you can buy by the lb, and to try more of their dishes.
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Melissa G.
A group of 6 of us went for breakfast on a Friday morning for our monthly "foodie" group upon the mostly excellent recommendations on Yelp and elsewhere. The server was very sweet and accommodating, however, like most people have commented, the service was extremely slow, even when the restaurant was mostly empty. While I am a big fan of the local, slow food movement, I am more a fan of just plain well-prepared and delicious food. Unfortunately, most of our dishes (4 out of 6) ranged from not good to just meh. One of the women ordered her omelette very lightly cooked, and it came out hard as a rock. The bacon was cooked to an almost inedible crisp. The banana pancakes were so heavy that you could use them as a doorstop. The coffee was weak. Sigh...we so wanted this meal to be great. There are so few really good breakfast spots in Denver. Afterwards, we all walked over to the little shop area to see what was available to buy. The produce was nice, but all of the other items were overpriced compared to other stores. I'm hoping we just hit the place on an off day, but based on our experience there, I can't say I'll be running back. I much prefer Devil's Food on Gaylord.
This place is FAR BETTER than many of the other "trendy" denver spots! The service is really good, and fast. People are very friendly and the food is delicious. Bloody Mary's have cripsy bacon- do you need to know more?! Seriously- try this place. You will like it.
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Andrea P.
Delicious! I took some coworkers there for a lunch meeting and everyone enjoyed their meals. I had a dish I think was called the pork belly hash. It was outta this world. The dining area is really small, maybe 10 or 12 tables inside. I noticed there are tables outside but I'm not sure if that's part of the restaurant. Overall, great experience and will for sure be going back.
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Bryan E.
Very nice place, friendly staff, good food. Defiantly busy on a Saturday for brunch but you can drink coffee and play corn hole while you wait. Bloody was good, little spicy with 2 pieces of bacon, but little pricey. Pork belly hash was good, great presentation. Overall, great place for brunch.
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Lisseth W.
Food is great. Few options to eat. GF available, however kitchen does take a whole to cook your food!
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Lynn O.
It wasn't the worst, but it certainly wasn't the best. I liked the ambiance, the server was friendly. But, do hothouse tomatoes really have enough flavor to be the star of a caprese salad? The pesto was the best thing on that plate. I had the beet salad and thought it was good. My fried "green" tomatoes were pretty good- but most things are when fried. Overall, I just felt like for the prices they had on the menu- it should have blown me away.
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Cheryl G.
The food presentation and taste of the food was fabulous! The service unfortunately was not so great. Our server was in the weeds, it took forever for our food to come to the table and we had to repeatedly ask for water and even salt and pepper. It would have been a more pleasant experience if the service was better.
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Valerie L.
The reviews are right on. Definitely check this place out for brunch. We came here on a Sunday morning and it was a little busy. They quoted us a 15-20 minute wait. Usually we don't like waiting for breakfast, but the staff was so friendly and accommodating. They brought us coffee while we waited, and we sat out front reading the paper. The food was excellent. The pancakes have this vanilla whipped cream that is delightful. Also they have biscuits and home made jam. Try the blueberry jam, it is wonderful. What a great spot!
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Catherine E.
Organic, local and pure deliciousness! Recommend getting there early on weekends or you are in for a long, but worth it, wait. Love the grocery side. They sell the best gluten free fresh pastas.
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Tealover C.
Loved this place the first time I was here. Went back 2 weeks later with out of town friends, and the service could be much better. It was not crowded- we got seated in 15 minutes, ordered right away (there were 3 of us), yet it took 85 minutes for our food to appear. 85 minutes!!! And all I ordered was an omelet. One of the dishes was cold. It seemed as if our server forgot to put in our order (the table next to us, seated after us got their food before us), or maybe they were having issues in the kitchen. There was an apology from the hostess, which was nice, but none from our server. I honestly do not know why it took so long to prepare our food, but it dampened my initial impression of this otherwise cute neighborhood restaurant.
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Wanda C.
I'm not sure what I expected, but I was not thrilled, excited or in any way impressed with my meal or the service here. Fooducopia is a little neighborhood grocery/mart that has a room with a few tables and an outdoor patio. No fancy coffee here, just drip coffee. After standing in line, the hostess/cashier seated me indoors on a Sunday morning. I got there just before it got really busy. I was pretty excited to try this place as I'd read some great reviews from other Yelpers. After being seated, my server came over and handed me a menu and I asked for water. Eventually the server brought me water and because I wasn't ready to order at that moment, she was going to come back. After waiting about 10 minutes, the server finally returned to take my order. I ordered the Square and substituted a pancake as a side, with my choice of eggs/meat. I realize this is a basic breakfast, but I figured I could get protein from my eggs + meat and a little sweetness with my pancake in. After placing my order, I easily had to wait over 15 minutes to get my order and the server never came by to check on me or to let me know that the food was coming or would take awhile. Another server finally brought out my food and as soon as the food hit my table, within a minute, my server came by to see if "everything looked good?", then brought the check. As I mentioned, a basic breakfast, yes, and it was just ok. Scrambled eggs that were a little rubbery, sausage links were fine and the buttermilk pancake was a little burnt and ok. For $10, I wasn't overwhelmed or thought anything was extraordinary or even good, just ok. I was very disappointed in the service and in fact, this soured my meal and my attitude towards this establishment. As I stood in line at the market to pay for my meal, there was another customer who was highly upset because he'd waited for over 15 minutes, placed his order and hadn't yet received his food and his server was AWOL (wonder if we had the same one?). Apparently he placed an order and was told they had a small kitchen and things could take awhile and he left and came back and his order wasn't put in until his return, but he wasn't made aware of it. While this wasn't my experience, I completely understood why he was so upset and they way the front "staff"/cashier handled it was not professional, in my opinion and further turned me off. Perhaps this place is the next big thing and if so, I wish them well. I hope they figure out how to provide better service and not give an answer like, "our kitchen is small". Meh is all I've got and I won't be back. The only thing that made my day better was traipsing down a few blocks to Devil's Food and getting my ginger vanilla latte.
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Jinny K.
Went here for brunch and it's a little corner joint in a residential neighborhood with a cute little store attached to it. Their dining area is pretty small though they have a nice patio. I ordered the savory french toast and the flavor was good with fresh ingredients. The toast was a bit too thick and dense for me and wish the bread was a bit softer and lighter. The iced coffee was good and they have some cool products in the store. A nice spot for a non-pretentious brunch on a lazy weekend.
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Erin H.
Wowee, breakfast here is delicious! Met up with the lovely Amanda T. for a Saturday morning breakfast and was pleasantly surprised that we could be seated right away. I'm sure that won't last long; once news spreads this place will be in high demand. The patio is large and lovely on a sunny day, but we chose to sit inside. My one and only gripe about this place is that the bench seating against the wall is not comfortable. But really that's minor in the grand scheme of things. Service was friendly and timely. The food is outstanding. I opted for the meat frittata, which had large chunks of ham, sausage, and bacon. It came topped with arugula & balsamic which really complimented the frittata flavors. On the side was toast with homemade strawberry jam. Damn that jam was good! So good we both left with a jar of it to take home. I'd gladly come back for breakfast any time and bet that just about anything they cook is going to be wonderful.
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Bret F.
Had the pork belly biscuits. Very good! The seating is very limited so be sure you get there before 9 if you're looking to beat the brunch crowd.
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Barb K.
This would be a 5 star review but the lack of space is a huge downer. The food is Fantastic but there is only room for about 15 people in the dining room to which they stuff about thirty. It's loud and very crowed to eat, at least on the weekend. Again the food is fantastic and service even better. Just wish they'd invest in a lager space or build another.
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Megan B.
Pretty sweet place! Its a little market and has a small little cafe that serves great breakfast! There was only a 15 minute wait in the midst of the brunch rush for a table for 2. They served us coffee as we waited too! I got the savory French toast which was awesome! The french toast was amazing - the bread was the thickest, fluffiest bread for french toast I think I've ever seen! Their service was great and the food came out quick! Definitely recommend. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5: My husband got the corned beef hash dish that was recommended and we weren't big fans of it. But still a great place!
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Sage B.
This place is great. The food is high quality if a little traditional, the location is very cute and is never full. The staff are very attentive and always willing to modify dishes for people with food allergies. This place should have more people in it!
(5)
Teresa P.
Quaint little restaurant with local, noticeably natural and fresh ingredients. Went in for brunch, which was a pleasant surprise as so many seem to miss the mark. Can't wait to try the dinner menu!
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Maris T.
This place is simply wonderful. It has a unique and comfortable vibe. The service is really friendly. And the food is out of control. I had Veggie Egg Benedict, and it was so good it gave me goosebumps! It was THAT good. I highly recommend this place.
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Maria S.
I love this place, I wonder why it isn't super busy. Hey, as long as they don't close, I'll keep coming back. Favorite dish so far is the Pork Belly Hash.
(5)
H S.
Delicious, healthy, local options with hearty servings. Service was friendly and prompt but we didn't feel rushed as with many brunch places in Denver. We will be back for sure!
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Michael M.
Staff seems really unorganized and food was pretty average. The place touts themselves as local and organic but we witnessed them refilling the "maple" syrup carafe with Log Cabin industrial sized jug. Overall disappointed.
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John E.
Update: So this has become my best all time breakfast/ brunch place! I don't really want to write a review because I don't want people to find out about this place and turn it into snooze. The food is fantastic! They use all local items which are organic. The best part is they are non pretentious. You feel like they are happy to see you. It feels like old family friends. It's a must stop for anyone who like real honest food!
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Likheng N.
We went for breakfast on a Sunday morning. We arrived at 9:30 am and there was no wait. I had the pork belly hash and my husband had the eggs benedict. Both dishes were very tasty and reasonably priced. By the time we left at 10:30 am, a 45 minute wait had developed. We highly recommend the place, but we recommend going early to secure a table because the place is very small.
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Peter H.
The brunch is serviceable and competent, but not special. The staff are very nice and well-intentioned, but service is slow, as echoed by other reviewers. It took us 1.5 hours from the time we put our names in until the time we actually received our food -- more waiting than I prefer to spend on a Sunday. My friends seemed to like their orders (breakfast burrito, pork belly hash, french toast), but I wouldn't recommend the eggs benedict with prosciutto, which just becomes slimy and loses its flavor under the heavy coating of egg yolk. There was also a sweet jelly-like drizzle on the eggs, which was off-putting. Maybe dinner service or weekday lunch is much better, but I can't agree with Westword's overly generous coronation of "Best Brunch" in Denver. Expect a pleasant, slightly above average, but ultimately immemorable experience.
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Aaften W.
Great location, great concept. Unfortunately not such a good experience. With cocktails at the table and getting low, we never got asked if we wanted another cocktail. Our banana bread french toast as our app was absolutely delicious, unfortunately once our entrees came they were very disappointing. My wild mushroom omelette (which previously had great reviews) was well done and extremely dry. My partner ordered over medium eggs they came out over hard (big difference) The chorizo biscuits and gravy came out with more flour than chorizo and a very over cooked biscuit. None the less, never once did we get asked how our food was.. Service and preparation of our meals lacked 100% effort, very unfortunate.
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Joshua G.
We went on a Sunday afternoon for our anniversary brunch. The food was unique, fresh, and delicious. Service was great. I had the Pork Belly Bisquits with poached eggs and hollandaise sauce. Amazing!
(5)
Sonya B.
Small delightful shop that features a nice selection of colorado-made food products (many make good gifts) and food staples sure to please the lucky neighborhood residents. Menu is full of variety including both the usual suspects and foodie surprises. Food quality and quantity was excellent, and they get bonus points for super condiments. Surprisingly, coffee (regular and decaf) was weak and uninteresting. Inside and outside seating.
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Ross M.
Food is amazing. Beats any trendy breakfast / brunch joint in town by far. While you're waiting an hr in a line outside in the cold for your hipster breakfast, I'll walk right in, & enjoy a hands down, higher quality meal made with ALL LOCAL & ORGANIC ingredients. Plus, everything they use to make your meal is for sale in their market! Best breakfast / brunch in town! Highlights are anything with their pulled pork (the Cuban is top notch), their wild mushroom omelet, their soups of the day are always great, their teas are wonderful, great organic & local fresh juices.
(5)
LeeAnn D.
Delicious food & excellent customer service. New to the area and have been taste testing around town. By far the best atmosphere and food around.
(5)
F W.
THE FOOD IS SO AMAZING!! The owner is often around and is so extremely genuine, inviting, helpful, and friendly and his waitstaff, usually one person working the store and restaurant together, is also very great. But really what is so great about this place is the restaurants gourmet food and price! I highly recommend the bananas foster french toast or the westerner panini with grilled veggies, it is SO much food and SO incredibly tasty!! there is never a wait, and there is a wheelbarrow full of toys that the kids love to play in while i finish up my meal or before it comes. Apparent;y they just remodeled the restaurant side and got a new kitchen so I am interested to see it. The little grocery store is quite convenient for those little things that you run out of or need for a certain dish like milk, eggs, produce, etc or those special yummy things like Noosa yogurt, chocolate, pastries, etc. I really cannot say enough about how wonderful this place is. I almost don't want to tell anyone about it bc I want to keep it all to myself!
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Tom F.
I came here for breakfast in the middle of the week and despite all the other reviews describing the long wait, I was immediately seated by the delightful hostess and had an ammmmmazing wild mushroom omelette with goat cheese quite promptly. I also had the French toast on the side which you just should not miss out on. Very cute set up and patio with really friendly servers. I am coming back!
(5)
Tara B.
Far exceeds my expectations every time I come here. If you are here for brunch, there is not one thing that I have had that wasn't good. They also make fresh breads to take home which are all amazing.
Our breakfast club meets every Saturday at Fooducopia Corner Store. Recently voted best brunch Westword!! Comfy cozy neighborhoody. The perfect local Spot. Coda coffe is fresh and satisfies your caffeine morning jones. Interesting and tasty blend of farm fresh breakfast offerings and throw in a Bloodmary or Mimosa and life is GOOD! Cheers!
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Chel O.
If you're all about supporting local businesses, this is the place to go. Coda coffee was excellent, my brunch was uplifting, and even their selections of hot sauces were on point. I was impressed with the work ethics of the employees, not to mention their friendliness and how they anticipated needs. Opening the door for guests of they saw someone coming and such... I got the meat frittata which i would definitely recommend. It was quite filling and delicious with the locally made hot sauces. I dashed my brunch with the honey - Sriracha and Chipotle hot sauces which went well it. If i lived here, I'd come back as a regular just to support. What a cute corner store!
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Steven B.
u·to·pi·a - noun - An imagined place or state of things in which everything is perfect. If you are a restaurant, you need to have some big cojones to name your joint with a word that reminds folks of perfection. So how did they do? They weren't perfect but they were very good. We parked about one half a block away for Sunday brunch. As we approached I noticed the very large casual patio. It's interesting that it was capable of holding many more tables even with decent spacing. They need to work on this as the tables were full and it was a beautiful morning. The casual ATMOSPHERE continues inside. This is a tiny place with a tiny market adjoining a tiny restaurant. Actually casual is an understatement. As you roll out of bed on a Sunday morning, don't bother combing your hair. Shaving is also optional. It's that casual. In keeping with the spirit of the place the staff is young and free spirited and dressed in jeans and shorts and assorted tats. The CUSTOMER SERVICE was spot on and I loved it. The menu is one page with mostly typical breakfast items. There is a twist in that most everything is farm to table. I ordered a Meatlovers Omelet for $12.99. It came with ridiculously good wheat toast and my choice of side which in my case was organic fried potatoes. I thought my omelet was a bit overcooked but overall my FOOD was four stars. My dining companions agreed. Pro Tip- These folks have a bar so if you crave a Bloody Mary or a Mimosa that's not a problem. EXCEPT alcohol is only available inside and not on the patio. Keep that in mind if you are nursing a hangover. The bottom line is that this is a great place for breakfast/brunch and I would happily return in a heartbeat!
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Jenny N.
Service : Joseph was our waiter ! He's very kind and has a good sense of humor. Very attentive. Thanks a bunch !! Food: Caprese Panini + side: 4/5 Overall it was good from the pesto and cheese. sometimes I accidentally pull all of the cheese out and all is left is just bread.. And the bread is too hard to my liking to enjoy it alone. For the side, I choose soup. And for their soup of the day, it was the Beef Chowder. The soup alone was good with the potatoes, but the beef was VERY chewy.. And I don't like chewy beef.
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Luciana F.
Fooducopia is a small and quaint neighborhood gem that serves only the freshest ingredients. My husband had the prosciutto benedict that was topped with a chipotle hollandaise, it was delicious and not overpowering. I ordered the pork belly hash as it was recommended by our waitress as a house favorite. It's now one of my favorites! I wouldn't come here if you are in a rush though, service was polite and friendly but slow.
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Annie C.
My friend and I stopped in on a Tuesday morning around 10am and were seated promptly. I ordered the Veggie Eggs Benedict with scrambled eggs, and thoroughly enjoyed it! I really like the light cranberry hollondaise sauce with it, it really added a nice, subtle difference to the average veggie Bennie that you get at every other breakfast place. I got potatoes on the side and they were flavorful and delicious too! The service was fantastically friendly and smiley. The restaurant is connected to the grocery market they have inside. I didn't take a look at the items, but would like to go back and take a peek at what they offer next time! In all, delicious breakfast and excellent service for a standard price ($10-12).
(4)
Laura W.
Such good food! The people were very nice. The food was clean and delicious.
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Jessica H.
Focused on organic food from small producers and local sources, Fooducopia is an eatery and market with a homey, neighborhood feel. When you first walk into the market area, there are a few baskets of fresh produce along the walls, while various, locally-produced food products are scattered throughout. The restaurant is adjacent and is categorized by small wooden tables and a bar/kitchen area that looks like it could be in your family's summer cottage. I loved the cozy vibes inside. In the summertime, they open their patio for dining..... but I heard you can't drink alcohol out there :( After we were seated, our waitress came to take our drink orders. My friend and I ordered Bloody Marys and were very, very sad when our waitress came back to tell us they ran out of Bloody mix. We put on our faces of despair and- voila!- delicious Bloody Marys arrived five minutes later. And man... They were good. Check out my detailed review here: bloodymarytour.org/2015/… For my meal, I ordered a wild mushroom omelette made with four varieties of local mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and chevre, with a side of well-done breakfast potatoes. This is the first time I have ordered an omelette from a restaurant in a while and it did not disappoint; the mushrooms were luscious and the chevre was a nice compliment. Everything about Fooducopia was so.. Colorado. And I loved every second of it. Price: a bit on the expensive side (think $9 Bloody and $13 omelette).
(5)
Ted S.
Came here for breakfast with some friends the other day. There was a little confusion initially looking for the location but it is inside of 'the corner store'. First thoughts entering the building were a strong sense of healthy-ness. You can be sure that you've found the kind of Sunday morning farmers market feel inside of a physical location. Lively, yet calm and welcoming. Very enjoyable atmosphere. Now, for food. We started with a large French press which yields about 4 cups of Jo. Personally I ordered the pork belly has. Now, it's delicious and if you choose this one make sure to use all the goodies. Don't get too excited and eat it all before adding the nice hollandaise sauce they provide. Looking around the restaurant all the food look fantastic. The pancakes are HUGE and had fresh whipped cream on top. I will definitely be getting. Some next time.
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Nicole D.
Great brunch in a charming spot! Went here based on the reviews and was very pleased with the food and atmosphere. We were seated within 10 minutes (fyi no alcohol served on patio, only inside) and had a hard time deciding what to eat because all of it looked so darn good! I'm excited to go back and try everything. We had two carafes of mango mimosa's (yes two, don't judge it was a holiday). My husband and I split the Prosciutto Benedict and the wild mushroom omelette. Both were good sized servings and tasted super amazing. Definitely two great picks. Our friends had the pesto scramble and savory french toast, which they loved as well. I love the little store they have as well, you can get drinks, fruit and some basics. It's so close to Wash Park, we decided to walk our buzz off for a bit.
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Karen G.
I honestly think I just picked the wrong thing to eat. Which was the bacon avocado panini. I was expecting panini bread not what I got. And my dining buddy got the Cuban sandwich, I mean it's probably unfair to compare it to an actual Cuban sandwich. For the prize it wasn't worth it either.
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Josh M.
So my friends have taken me here twice after they discovered it and have been coming for a while. There's not a ton of tables but 6-8ish inside and even less outside. The ambiance is very casual so no one will judge you if you roll out of bed and head on in here on a Saturday morning. I've gotten one item here and that's the prosciutto benedict. I'm not usually a big fan of ham but prosciutto is heavenly. That's right, heavenly. I wasn't a big fan of the cranberry hollandaise sauce so the second time I asked for no cranberry sauce and I enjoyed it much more. The potatoes are very tasty. They're cooked well. The first time I thought they looked burnt but either way you're going to enjoy the texture and flavor. They are a locally sourced and organic breakfast joint. They have bags outside. It's kid friendly. What's "bags" you ask? I guess the locals call it cornhole but I'm from the Midwest so bags it is. Within their building, they also have a small market in case you feel inspired to purchase some fresh produce and uniquely flavored olive oils.
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Omeed S.
Love everything about this place! Great local store and food. 4 stars instead of 5 only because it's not an impeccable 5 star restaurant, it's a local place where you may have to wait awhile to get your order, but once you get it you will love it. Everything I've eaten here: breakfast, take home meals, veggies from their little store inside had been fantastic. The servers are always fun and cheerful.
First of all, this little treasure of a hidden restaurant is run by the sweetest guy named Tim who doesn't hesitate to make you feel special. The food, although $$, is delicious and surprisingly really good bang for your buck. Very natural and best ingredients without that uppity organic better than you attitude if you feel me. I'd like a little more options for the balla on a budget, however this little place is delightful! Especially the #cute waitstaff.
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Scott S.
Let's start with service. I have been coming here a lot over the past couple years and I have always been greeted with a smile. Foodacopia has a passionate staff that will help you with any question you may have from the dining menu to the products on the shelf. Grocery side: This is a specialty or limited variety market that has fresh from the farm produce eggs and other great options. While you will not be stocking you whole kitchen here. One will find options for spicing up their selection at home. The hot sauces are phenomenal! Their is a coffee I get here that I think is just amazing, had it one night after dinner and then brought the beans home. They also have some take away meals that are already made. They are behind the cash register in the cooler. Easy way to have a delectable meal at home. Restaurant side: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are the reasons I come here more than I probably should admit. They have a seasonal menu that will blow your mind when you eat your way through it. They are more than happy to accommodate dietary concerns when possible. Truly some just a nice staff that contributes to the experience. You will usually see the chef sticking his head out to see a patron take their first bit and watch as they try express what amazing flavors they are experiencing in their mouth.
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Joanna L.
Adorable little breakfast spot! The food is creative and delicious! I love that they're big on farm to table also! The cinnamon apple French toast was awesome...huge portions as well! I love their little produce store that's attached to the restaurant!
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Mick P.
Great little place. Awesome atmosphere and wonderful servers. The pork belly hash is outstanding and a can't miss.
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Lynda M.
I expected more based on the reviews. Basically, this is just an overpriced breakfast place/market. The french press was weak, the biscuits were hard, the "pork belly" if you could call it that, was nearly all fat. the portions were medium sized, but for a breakfast joint this expensive, I expected more. The server was also not very friendly.
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Frances G.
This place has the best damn banana bread French toast and tea selections I've ever had with near perfect service to accompany it. The adjacent food store and overall jovial feeling of the place makes it a wonderfully appropriate fixture in the Wash Park neighborhood. It's not a huge seating area, but it provides exactly what you need on a lazy morning while relaxing with your family and friends. They also offer savory items for breakfast, as well as some pretty tasty looking lunch items, to boot. I will definitely return to this cornucopia of good food and be very happy about it.
(5)
Carolyn B.
Great food and cocktails, lots of natural light, excellent service, quiet. Thumbs up for this small restaurant with locally sourced, beautifully presented, and delicious food. My friend and I both had fresh juice martinis which were lovely. I had the salad with goat cheese and the halibut for dinner. Both excellent. We were not rushed out of the restaurant so they could turn the table which was great. My only suggestion would be to consider kicking up the wine a list a bit. I had a Sauvignon Blanc that was ok but not great.
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Neena W.
This is my first visit to Fooducopia, and definitely won't be the last for sure. We made a reservation for 4 for dinner, and 3 hours later we were happy and already planning for the next visit. I absolutely love its local-oriented menu concept that backed up with excellent execution. My husband and I ordered the Parisan Gnocchi, Peppered Beef Filet, and the Buffalo Burger. Although the portion of all these three dishes were very generous, we still manage to clean all the plates. Limited seating available, so I would highly recommend to pick a low key evening with an advanced reservation to dine at Fooducopia. It used to only serve breakfast and brunch, but two months ago Fooducopia added the dinner menu to its offering. Closed on monday and Tuesday for dinner btw.
Loved everything about the place, from the menu to the location to the taste of the food. It just might be my new favorite breakfast place! Did a Google search looking for brunch in the Wash Park area, & this one popped up. I'm a vegetarian and also an extremely picky eater, so I always am hesitant about trying new places. There were so many things on the menu that I wanted to order, I was a happy girl! The restaurant is in the Wash Park area but away from the main shopping/dining area, so parking is much easier & there's a smaller crowd (at least today). Came in at about 11 am on a Sunday & was seated right away. The waitress was extremely friendly and helpful. I ordered the veggie eggs benedict & it was incredible. Everything about it... There wasn't a thing about it that I didn't like. The hollandaise sauce had the perfect texture & it was topped with a chipotle jelly. Very tasty! I also ordered an iced coffee & was happy to find out that refills were free. Overall, I left a very full and happy customer. Can't wait to go back & try the cinnamon apple brioche French toast. :)
(5)
Joanne L.
We came here last Sunday for brunch. The hostess said it would be a 20-30 minute wait, but we'd probably sit sooner. We ended up waiting for 40 minutes. When we sat down, the restaurant was super busy, and although the staff were super friendly, they looked overwhelmed. We ordered the basic breakfast plate for our 2-year old daughter which consisted of potatoes, eggs, and a choice of a meat (ham). Hubby ordered a hash and I ordered the proscuitto eggs benedict. In general the food was just alright. Nothing special and nothing really stood out to us. The main reason why I gave this place 2-stars was that I found pieces of egg shells in my eggs. Not just 1 piece but 2 pieces. I was going to say something to them, but they looked so busy that I decided not to bother. Luckily, the shells were in my eggs and not on my daughter's plate. We won't be back again.
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Judy W.
Eclectic (and no waiting line) Great little neighborhood eatery and market. Seemed a little expensive, but portion sizes and quality of food justified cost. Will definitely come back.
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Amanda T.
In my younger years, I almost always went for sweet breakfasts at brunch: pancakes, Belgian waffles and french toast. And while I still love these items, I just don't enjoy that much sugar in the morning anymore and will almost always order a savory breakfast. So when Jennifer B. mentioned that Fooducopia had Savory French Toast on Yelp Talk, my interest was piqued! I met up with Erin H for brunch a couple a weeks ago and we were both surprised that there wasn't a wait at 9:30am! In fact we had our choice of tables. I ordered the Savory French Toast and Erin ordered the Meat Frittata. My French toast didn't disappoint: big, fluffy pieces of brioche fried and topped with mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes and goat cheese served with a side of hollandaise to dip it in. Erin let me have a bite of her frittata and it was also delish. We both were so impressed with their homemade strawberry preserves that we each took home a freshly filled mason jar ($5.99 each). I'm worried that once word catches on about Fooducopia there will be more of a wait, but this is seriously good brunch so I'll definitely return!
(5)
Jay N.
~7 tables inside plus ~7 tables outside with waiter service at all tables. They have a full bar, but are not permitted to serve any alcohol to the outside tables. The waitstaff is unusually friendly. The food is fresh, local, and delicious. Dinner is not served every evening and reservations are accepted for dinner only. You do pay at the counter.
(4)
Steph G.
Elegant food in a quaint, unassuming joint. I would eat here any day over the other famous breakfast places. Wild mushroom omelette with local CO goat cheese? YES. Came served with a 10 grain toast and local strawberry jam, delicious and sweet fruit. All so good. My friend ordered eggs benedict with prosciutto- wow, to die for. So good. All of it. We licked our plates clean. No joke. Service was fantastic. Friendly and so helpful. They are also a mini market with a small selection of produce, a variety of local Colorado spices, jams, sauces, pickles. Definitely worth checking out.
(5)
Mary W.
Incredible!! There is always a wait which is not a problem since they have games outside and a little Shop to walk around in. Delicious food.
(5)
Jennifer B.
I wanted to try a new place for breakfast instead of our normal places and sold the BF on coming to Fooducopia after it appeared on a list as one of the top places for Brunch in Denver. It took a little time, but I eventually convinced him. Fooducopia is half restaurant and half market with a beautiful outdoor patio that may have more seating than the indoor seating area. The space inside is quaint with a dozen tables or so with a tiny kitchen in the back. When the warmer weather comes and these freak May snow storms go away, I can see myself with the rest of Denver vying for a spot on that patio. The food is why everyone should come here, and coming back for seconds and thirds. The breakfast menu is one page and offers French toast, Omelets, Benedict's, and the like. I guarantee you will find something you will love. I decided on the Savory French toast served with mushrooms, tomato's, spinach, goat cheese with hollandaise on the side. I enjoy French toast and have had it at several different places and this one is by far one of the best I've had. The amount of French toast I received was ridiculous, two people could easily split the dish and be fully satisfied. The ingredients all complimented each other perfectly and the hollandaise was creamy and rich and acted like a savory syrup to pour over my French toast. I want this dish over and over and over again. The BF decided on the Burrito with shredded pork and I was able to snag a few bites. The Burrito must have had a whole pound of shredded pork inside, no joke, it was an over stuffed burrito. We also shared a side of breakfast potato's. This was a mistake since the side of potato's was like a whole other dish, it was too much food for the two of us for sure. Excellent potato's, homemade and had a crispy exterior the way all breakfast potato's should. Fooducopia also offers Mimosa's and Bloodies and a few other libations for us morning drinkers. I tried the Bloody and enjoyed the flavor as well as the crispy piece of bacon sticking out of the top. Now having tried Fooducopia I can definitely say it's one of the best Brunches in Denver and I would choose it over Snooze any day of the week. Trust me - one of the best if not the best Brunch in Denver.
(5)
Matt B.
This place has the best food. Home made jams and stuff. The server with the blonde man bun is a great guy. When I come back to Denver this will always be my first stop.
(5)
Jesse H.
Fooducopia! I'm so glad we have found each other. I hope you're as eager for a second date as I am. Can I confess my love so soon? I do so wholeheartedly. Please continue to fulfill my desires and I shall yours. Off track? Not at all. Fooducopia fills my foodie heart with joy and fresh veggies. The man friend and I stopped in for an early brunch on our return home from DIA in need of a sunny atmosphere and sustenance. I ordered the pesto scramble which featured blackened potatoes, fresh and lightly cooked veggies, fluffy eggs and a meaty green pesto. Add some organic ketchup to the mix and there you have a perfect breakfast. The man ordered the savory french toast but my food was too good to sacrifice stomach space and try his dish. We cleaned our plates without cleaning out our wallet. I'd happily return here for more meals, friendly service and my little foodie love affair.
(5)
London M.
Bomb!! Fresh juice, fresh veggies, awesome brunch. They give you huge portions and you can do half orders which is sweet. Service was great. I have no complaints.
(5)
Cesquaq R.
I shamelessly ride the coattails of ALL the other reviewers and I admit: I got the pork belly hash. It was a fierce battle between that and the hazel dell (love them) mushroom omelette and the savory French toast. Love won out and the pork belly hash won out as well. It arrived in a tiny tight pile and as soon as my fork touched it, it was like hamster bedding. I couldn't even finish it because it grew so much. It was wierd. I kept eating and my pile didn't get smaller. I prefer my yolkes soft and even tho the waitress said the soft yolks are snotty (my quote, not hers) vs the hard (ummm, ewwww) my "soft yolk poached"eggs were not snotty at all. Not even a little. No, really. No snot. I can't wait to go back with a hangover and get the savory French toast, or not hung over and get the Hazel Dell (farmers market peeps can ya hear me?) mushroom omelette. AND the locally made XX HOT sauce is actually XX HOT! I know! It sounds crazy, but, it's true! The food is not fast and I only go to brunch with company that doesn't need it. Food is made to order: what do you expect? If you want fast food, go to Mc Donald's.
(5)
Sara M.
I suppose I could rate even higher, there was really nothing wrong at all, just that I have a hard time giving a 5 on one experience. My friend who lives near Wash Park and I decided to do a weekday brunch here and expected less of a crowd than what we have heard happens on the weekend but did not expect to be the only ones here, but we were. Sometimes that can spell disaster on freshness of ingredients or care at these places, but not here. We had a very sweet server who kept an eye on our table, refilling my teapot before I had to ask and being helpful in any way possible. The cook (or manager) came out to check on our food and offer any extra condiments we might want, which the server had already done too. I guess we had their complete attention. I had the "pork belly biscuit," which was really a twist on a benedict since it came with a poached egg and hollandaise on each pork belly slab covered biscuit half. The eggs were just right for me, with the yolk just fluid enough to spread when broken but not so wet it would run off of the rest. The ample side of potatoes was very crispy and fresh, hot from the skillet and cut with skin on. My style! The pot of tea was a cute spring loaded drip funnel that drains automatically when you place it over a mug. I found the tea complemented the plate even better than my usual espresso drink. Since I passed on the fruit or salad side option as I always choose potatoes when offered, perhaps a decorative palate cleanser slice of orange on the plate would have been a nice touch. I would absolutely go back again when in the area on a weekday and I would probably try the savory French toast next. I had a hard time deciding which for today. It was so easy to park at 10:30am on a Tuesday, right by the front door. And another nice touch was that the restroom was up to date, clean and nicely decorated, not always the case in a small neighborhood cafe in an old building. Also, the grocery portion had some organic produce and locally preserved MM Local veggies and some other brand goods. There was a cold case too but I did not have time to look through it, but this would be a nice convenience for the neighborhood. Nice folks and nice food in a quaint setting.
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Tiffany N.
You know what's the best? A place that serves a breakfast plate that lets you choose and side and one of those sides is a PANCAKE! Yeah, forget silly fruit or breakfast potatoes, nothing goes better with eggs and bacon than a single, side order of pancake. I speak from experience people. Fooducopia is such an interesting little spot - the right side is a little shop with locally sourced grocery items and the left is a restaurant where you can eat breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. I was there for breakfast and had The Square Plate which is served with two eggs cooked to order, choice of meat, toast, and the aforementioned side for $10.99. I also had a pot of tea to drink which they will steep 2-3 times for you. The atmosphere is super cute, the people there are super friendly, and the food is quite good. All in all, I'm definitely a fan of Fooducopia!
(4)
Becky R.
I LOVE FOODUCOPIA!!!! I wish no one knew about it, and I could go there every single day and there would be no wait, ever. It's that good. I've been twice, both times on mommy/baby dates with friends. This place is pretty tiny, but they were more than accommodating for our babies, which was really nice. Large strollers may be a challenge, but there is space to park them off to the side (at least there was during my visits, on a weekday). The first time, I ordered the Savory French Toast. *drool* This was AMAZING. If you love French toast, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach, and goat cheese, and if you love to order sweet delicious breakfasts but don't actually order them because they are unhealthy so you end up ordering savory eggs dishes because they are healthier but they end up being super yummy too, then you will LOVE THIS DISH. It is enormous but somehow I ended up finishing (impressive, I know). The second time, I decided to go the healthier route, and I got the Greek omelette with egg whites, and it was still SUPER YUMMY! And huge! Score. This came with a delicious "toast" that was insanely good and not actually super toast-like. But I loved it. Overall, I can't recommend Fooducopia highly enough. Sure, it's a little bit of a silly name, but the prices are really reasonable and the portions are huge - and it's all local, fresh ingredients. This is truly the epitomy of a 5-star "As good as it gets!" review.
(5)
Michelle A.
Ok so I forgot to check in but I was there with 2 of my friends for my birthday dinner. Food was very good but we were the only 3 diners in the restaurant. Why? As I said our dinner was very tasty, service was great and the place is really cute. We dined on pear and beet salad. It was served on a white dish and my friends thought the dish had designs on it but it was the thinly sliced beets that were around the dish. Then we had Mac and cheese and the noodles were the bowties. There were three of us and there were three yummy sliders. So tender and delicious. We could have been done but no we also had the filet main dish. You could cut it with a butter knife. A bottle of wine and the most decadent chocolate fudge cake for dessert. Really it seemed weird no one else was there but it was a very lovely dinner. Not only is this a darling little restaurant but a little grocery store. Some veggies, fruit and a few other items like homemade ice creams. I hope more people try this gem. It really was tasty and a great place for my birthday
(4)
Marilyn B.
Terrific! Breakfast was super good & atmosphere very pleasant. Can't wait to return to try more items.
(5)
David T.
Torn between 3 and 4 stars. Some really good things and some things that didn't blow my hair back. Been wanting to try it. Seems like a lot of the real raves are for breakfast/brunch and we were there for lunch (pretty limited menu). + Super cute place. If they were going for the little neighborhood corner market with a small cafe attached - they nailed it. Very cute and cozy. + Delightful waitress/hostess. Quite bubbly - makes champagne blush. + My sando - Hummus and Roasted Veggie Sandwich + Side with chipotle cranberry sauce $10.99 It was amazing and a generous portion. $10.99 seemed a little high but you get your choice of sides (which ARE expensive by themselves). I wisely chose the soup of the day - potato (excellent). Food is obviously fresh and made to order. - She had the Cuban Pork Sandwich + Side - slow roasted pork, Swiss cheese Anija's Finnish mustard, & The Real Dill pickles $10.99. Not good and in definite need of some food lube - dry as a bone. She didn't care for it and passed half to me which I passed right back. She chose the Terra Chips for her side. Meh - just earth shoe chips out of a bag. - She had a glass of chardonnay which was, at best, a 6 oz. pour at $8 I think. - Kitchen was s-l-o-w. We were the only people in the dining room on a sleepy Thursday afternoon and it was a solid 1/2 hour from order to food. I think we'd go back sometime but if this is what you're looking for I think Vert Kitchen or Gaia Bistro are much better choices.
(3)
Bob F.
Good portions, Good Food
(4)
Valery L.
The food was amazing & the locally sourced root beer was yummy! The shop inside was cute & our server was very friendly! The hostess, however, was rude & very bothered by our arrival there on a relatively slow Saturday morning. We asked if we could sit on the front patio & received an angry "no" because they are unable to serve food at those tables. A simple explanation would have sufficed. I later heard the same hostess raise her voice in a panic as someone brought their dog onto the outdoor patio when the dog should have been outside the fence. Again, a simple explanation would have obtained the same results. The adolescent drama and rudeness was almost laughable. The hostess was the only contradiction to the otherwise awesome Fooducopia experience.
(4)
Nicholas G.
Concept was nice, waited 45min to sit down, then an adittional 45 min for our food, I got the pork belley Benedict the wife got the savory french toast, my eggs were overcooked to over hard, the potatoes were soggy both plates were cold as was the food. The view I had into the kitchen I saw food sitting on a table, not under a heat lamp. Our server didn't top off our waters or coffee until 50 min after we sat down...maybe this place is normally awesome, maybe we had a bad expirence, but the ratting system is based on our expirence and based on that, we wont be back
(1)
Eric J.
An awesome dinner experience. Amazing food in a very neighborhood setting. An undiscovered gem in Washington Park. They've only been doing dinner for 6 months, and when the work finally gets out they will blow up, so go now before it gets discovered. They only have 6 tables, but reservations are easy to get. It reminds me of what fine dining used to be before Denver got all fancy pants- friendly, delicious, intimate, and comfortable.
(5)
Kristin O.
Update: I tried going here again on a Sunday morning around 10:30a. I arrived, put my name on the list, and was told there would be a 15-minute wait. 15, 25, 30 minutes went by. We were told it wouldn't be much longer. 45-mins after we put our name in, we still weren't seated so we left. There were 7 open tables. It was grossly understaffed for a Sunday. Much as I love their food, I won't be going back.
(4)
Tera S.
I researched best brunch in Denver. Far from it. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't awful just not the best brunch I've ever had... The boyfriend and I had brunch here on our way to Fort Collins to check out New Belgium brewery. I knew I needed a mimosa to get my day started, sadly they were out of oj so i settled for grapefruit. For my meal I ordered the wild mushroom omlet. I understand the mushrooms are locally grown but when I think of wild mushroom anything I think at least more the one type of mushroom. I'm pretty definite this only had buttons. As for cooking quality, the outside of the omlet was quite dry where the inside was runny still. The sausage I ordered as a side came with 3 links each at its own level of doneness. But the multi-grain toast and homemade jam was really delicious. On to the boyfriends meal, he ordered the pork belly biscuit benedict. He commented on the biscuits being dry and kinda tastless, the pork belly was average, with the hollandaise stealing the show. The real problem with his was he received it at a least 10 mins after my food due to the fact they gave me another tables omlet screwing up the whole timing of our meal. With that being said the wait staff was as friendly as they could be on top of as frazzled as they were. This would not be first my recommendation if any of my friends were to visit denver Ps. The cranberry Chipotle table sauce is out of this world good.... but they were out of it for take home purchase. :(
Great breakfast! I would say the four of us tried some of their best - a giant breakfast burrito with pulled pork and chile verde, perfectly cooked eggs Benedict, Ghiradelli chocolate chip pancakes, and the mushroom omelette (which I would add their cranberry chipotle sauce to, and we subsequently bought and took home to NorCal). Great service and super friendly, we were all really happy we stopped in during our vacation. Highly recommend!
(5)
B. Ann M.
On a search to find the perfect brunch spot, I was suggested Fooducopia by a fellow Yelper... so I gave it a go. While my GPS took me the craziest route to get there, on the way home I realized that Fooducopia is like one minute from Wash Park (which, makes sense now - since they do have a Wash Park omelette)! Set at the corner of Race & Kentucky, this corner cafe/market is small but actually has quite a bit going on! As you enter the front door, it's not hard to differentiate the market from the cafe. I'll start with the market. I can't say that Fooducopia's market is anything more than a healthier, more local convenient store. It features last-minute needs & most of the staple ingredients required for clean eating. Its a fairly efficient space with no aisles just perimeter shelves & fridges for items such as: cooking sauce, chips, bread, rice, cereal, juice, fun-flavored pickles, cheeses, limited produce and a few toiletries, as well. They also have daily "Grab N Go" items that seemed legit and nailed their intended purpose. As for the meal experience... it appears this place could get pretty busy any given day. There is not much seating - indoor or outdoor. Today they had a sign up "Please Wait To Be Seated". Not sure if this is the case everyday or just on the weekends, but we followed the sign and were sat quickly. Note: if you're coming with two guests, you WILL be sat at a two-top. Three or four guests will get first dibs on the four-tops. They seemed very strict on this. Our first server Ren immediately greeted us and served ice-cold water in cute Mason Jars the minute we sat. This is a hot button of mine, so she made me very happy! She started helping other tables so a different server - didn't get an intro nor did I ask her name - came over to take our order. The second server made a point to say she could help us while Ren was busy. Ren came over next as the second server was passing by (so she stopped too) and asked for our order again. We politely said the other server got it and she attempted to cover a "wtf face" with explaining their operation of teamwork. It wasn't a minute later that we overheard girls in the kitchen having a conversation that basically was the equivalent to "so she took your table?". That made us feel bad initially; but by the end, a few different servers touched our table so we confirmed with the cashier that all tips are pulled and they are. This makes me believe timing or "getting in the weeds" was the true concern of the girls in the kitchen, rather them gossiping about whose table is whose. And to me, that's a level of service I can appreciate. In regard to the food, it arrived in a timely manner with all proper accompaniments and was steaming with warmth. Definitely didn't wait in a window! My Bananas Foster French Toast included four thick pieces of broiche toast covered in pecans & soft bananas. My husband's Wash Park Omelette was the perfect size and was served with Potato Chunks. We were both surprised by how unevenly the toppings in the omelette were spread throughout and how bland the potatoes were, however. Aren't potatoes served at breakfast always supposed to have remnants of onions to add that specific flavor we all love? Maybe its a midwest thing... hahah. I'll close with our intent to return for dinner, once the Chef returns from his wedding vacation... They take reservations for dinner and it seems a bit more up my alley. Don't confuse my review for the food & service not being good at this time of the day, because both were. That said, nothing set this place apart in taste or offerings from any other brunch spot in Denver. So... onto the next.
(4)
Kenny N.
An unexpected brunch spot! I must admit my favorite memory is not the food, but the vomit comet baby. I do hope your diaphragm is ok after that violent episode. Anyway, I'd rather just point any reader to Jesse H's review since I'm the said man friend. She's a much better writer and more passionate about this place than I. I need to revive my Yelper passion. I'm certainly off track. I ordered the savory french toast with hazel dell mushrooms, tomato, spinach, and goat cheese. Hollandaise was there, but very neglected. Overall, I did enjoy the dish. Brioche french toast was an excellent touch. The veggies were fresh. It's a corner market, after all. I could used some more veggies toward the end, but I savored each bite and left happy.
(4)
Ted P.
Just ate here for the first time. Very unpretentious, and relaxed. Wild mushroom omelette was freakin' fantastic, as was the bacon. Thick, fresh, crisp. Bravo.
(5)
Christina S.
Amazing and completely unassuming, best brunch food in Denver. Prosciutto Benedict was incredible along with fresh juices and all local ingredients. I highly recommend this place, the trick is to get there early to avoid the wait.
(5)
Kristina P.
Just had dinner, and it was fabulous. I started with a dirty martini, and it was delicious. My husband had a wonderful Cabernet. We were served a cheese and berry cracker to start our meal, what a treat. Then we had the goat cheese and tomato small plate. Very good. Next, we had the sashimi. It tasted as good as any of the best sushi restaurants serve. My main entree was the halibut, which was amazing. My husband had the lamb, and he licked his plate clean. Wonderful service and food.
(5)
Lauren J.
Update! Showed up here this weekend during reg brunch hours and there was a 90min wait. When I went below, we got there around 1. *sad trombone* What a little gem is this place!? I read about it in the Westword as Denver's best brunch. This was in part to no waiting. I'm all for that! We went here sadly after my mom had to put her dog down. The very sweet waitress treated us to a round of mimosas which was so nice. What was also nice was that you get to pick your own juice for your mimosa! We both got mango. So good! unfortunately no bottomless though. We couldn't decide as their menu is rather extensive and everything sounded good! The waitress said for us to get our first picks and then get sides of pancakes. brilliant. So I got the roast beef sandwich and a chocolate chip pancake. The roast beef was a bit fatty in the pulling out half the sandwich in one bite kind of way. The flavors were delicious though. My mom got the benedict and blueberry pancake. Also all delicious. I can't wait to go back!
(4)
Danelle R.
Hidden gem buried in a peaceful neighborhood. Friendly staff, excellent food, and their tea supports a local company, I believe. I had the cinnamon apple french toast, which was super-tasty and filling. My dining partner had french press coffee and the pork belly hash, which I also tried and agree it was delectable! I will be going back!
(4)
Sierra R.
By far one of the worst brunch experiences ever! We were told it would be a 20 min wait, an hour later we were seated and 2 hours and 15 min later our terrible food arrived. The breakfast burrito was filled with tasteless and unrecognizable pulled pork, the pancake was plain and hash was ok. The service alone was horrible, no one checked in with us or applogized for the wait. People around us were leaving because of the service. Wish we had too.
(1)
Megan A.
Wow, that was a fabulous experience!!! I enjoyed a beautifully created Passion Fruit Mimosa while we waited to be seated. They also serve great coffee. Everything is local and organic and freshly made! It really seemed like everyone who worked there loves their job, and were genuine advocates for the way they do things. The patio seating is great for nice days. It is located in an adorable quiet neighborhood. I ordered the Cuban Pork sandwich, and I was blown away by the wonderful flavors, and impressed that it wasn't overly greasy. Simply delectable!!! You will NOT be disappointed with a visit here. The waiter mentioned that they are now serving dinner till 9pm! They also sell fresh local produce inside! Love this place. Seriously. Do it.
(5)
Jessie A.
New favorite spot! A hidden gem in Denver. I was very impressed by Fooducopia. The food was artistic but not pretentious. The staff is friendly and professional. All foodies, and very knowledgable. Half of the restaurant is a grocery store, with an amazing selection of local produce and products. Such an innovative idea. Can't wait until summer for brunch on the patio!
(5)
Hans O.
Who knows if this review will get published. It appears that Yelp is arbitrarily selecting which reviews it wishes to publish. It has been noted that Yelp is publishing positive reviews nearly 4-1 over negative reviews. - Anyway, we have eaten here twice based upon the positive reviews. We have been more than disappointed both times. Each time we have been, there were only 4 tables occupied. And each time, we were obligated to wait over 35 minutes for our food after ordering. That is waaay too long. Once, my omelette was terribly overdone, dry and tasteless, and my wife's "veggie burrito" consisted of one piece of broccoli and the rest potatoes. Let me emphasize that; "ONE piece of broccoli, and the rest, ALL potatoes. The second time we went, there were four of us including a child. Each entree was overcooked including the child's french toast. Each entree: over cooked? How does any reputable restaurant do that? Though I paid an extra dollar for gluten-free bread, they give you one piece which is the size of a piece of melba toast. Ridiculous. You can have your questionable positive reviews but it is back to "Snooze" for us.
(1)
C. Y.
We had Brunch and even stayed longer to do our work instead of relocating to a coffee shop! We had a really lovely waitress who was very helpful and accommodating. Loved the local jams and hot sauces. I had to order more bread to eat it all.
(5)
Joe D.
I came to the Corner Store specifically for The Real Dill pickles. This is a cute little venue, but based on what I saw online I expected it to be bigger with more stuff. Everything they have there seems great though. Lots of great, local, and organic options and I'm sure if I lived in Wash Park, I'd pop in there way more frequently. It's definitely worth checking out.
(4)
Glenda L.
What a great dinner tonight at Fooducopia. Our table decided it was the best meal we've had in a long time. Chef Richard did an amazing job for our private party. Thank you, Fooducopia team, for making our evening so special!
(5)
Geoff A.
Went to Fooducopia for the first time today and I'll be back! First, if your looking for someplace to get in and out fast this isn't the place, the kitchen is small and can only push out so much at a time, but if your looking for a nice relaxed atmosphere with friendly service and fantastic food then Fooducopia is the place for you!!! My roommate (Jason) and I got there this morning and asked for a table. We were told the wait would be twenty minutes. While we waited the hostess got us some drinks... Jason's Bloody Mary was garnished with the works (celery, pickle, olives, and bacon). It was a damn good bloody. We were seated and are server Ren took great care of us. It did take a while for our food to come out but given the size the kitchen and the quality of the food that's understandable. Also, Ren made she we didn't feel like we were being ignored or forgotten. I ordered the pork belly hash with poached eggs and a side of potatoes , and Jason got the breakfast burrito (it was huge). My poached eggs were perfect, from the texture I could tell that they used vinegar in the poaching (which is what you should do), but I couldn't taste the vinegar (and you never should). The hollandaise sauce had a good texture, flavor, and just the right amount of lemon juice added to it. The breakfast potatoes had a wonderful sweet nutty character from being cooked in butter with a little salt n pepper. There wasn't a single thing on my plate that didn't make me happy. Great food, great service I will be back!!!
(5)
Crista M.
Great neighborhood breakfast cafe. High quality, well prepared local food. This is one of our family favorites! Service is friendly and the food is always delicious.
(4)
Katie M.
Delicious food and very friendly service!
(5)
Andrea S.
The location is great & we were seated promptly on a Saturday around 9am. There was a nice selection of breakfast items and we were pleased with the quality of the food we ordered - bananas foster French toast & the meat lover's omelette. The coffee was only so-so; there was no espresso & even the French press I ordered was on the weak side. All-in-all it was a perfectly satisfying, no-frills dining experience.
(4)
Pat A.
Their on-line store "Cornerstore" has wonderfully healthy Organic Foods and their Customer Service is phenomenal. The owner and staff love what they are doing and believe that the customer's healthy needs and fantastic foods are paramount.
(5)
Whitney H.
This is a really cute little gem of a restaurant. The food was very good - we got some banana foster French toast and 2 different omelets. They tasted like they were home made, in a really good way! We sat on the patio in the sun and it was peaceful and quiet in a neighborhood area. The only downside is that they have a very small kitchen, so we had to wait 30 minutes to order so they could catch up, but the great vibe and the food later made the wait worth it. I will definitely go back again, but will call first to see if there's a wait.
(4)
Isabel W.
Woah woah woah. Westword names THIS the best brunch in Denver? If this is true, then please... help us! The boy and I went today to take a stab at the latest Westword winner. Ouch. What a disappointment. I ordered the Wild Mushroom Omelet, which was advertised as 4 types of wild mushrooms, goat cheese and roasted red peppers. I picked the salad as my side. What I got was less than stellar. Mostly un-beaten eggs flopped into a pseudo-omelet, a smattering of oddly-shaped mushrooms cooked to varying degrees. 3/4 of the omelet had no goat cheese in it and there was not a red pepper in sight. The salad, sadly, was the highlight of the meal. Mixed greens, hard dried cranberries and a couple walnuts. Woo... The boy debated getting the Eggs Benedict with proscuitto or the Pork Belly Biscuits. He went with the latter and it was mediocre-- at best. The biscuits were hard as stones (more like over-kneaded scones than flaky scones. The pork belly was dry and chewy and had none of the appeal of succulent, tender pork belly of other restaurants. The eggs were poached well and the hollandaise was flavorless and cold. Mediocre food is excusable if the service is tremendous. But the overpriced and unimpressive food was further highlighted by the crappy service. We were seated at our table and waited quite a while to receive a glass of water or a hello from a waitress. In a tiny little restaurant where the waitress has to bump into the back of your chair every time she passes, they should at least acknowledge a newly-seated table. The food took forever to get (yes... yes... I know that "slow food" is a thing, but in a tiny restaurant at brunch, it shouldn't take THAT long). Our food arrived (sans one biscuit top and much of the hollandaise that went flying as the waitress bumped through the aforementioned tiny area. We then waited nearly 10 minutes for the opportunity to ask a server for some silverware. I finally walked up to the service station and requested some myself. Is it a BYOS(ilverware) establishment? Having frequented many great brunch restaurants throughout the Denver area, I can tell you that I will not return to Fooducopia. The boy suggests he'd give them "another try" but he'll be dining alone, I guess. Maybe, while we were waiting, I should have taken a hint. Two customers in a row who were checking out after brunch were comped their meal by the hostess. Apparently service (or food?) is not a specialty. Westword-- you can take that as a mulligan. Try again on the #1 brunch joint in Denver!!!
(1)
Kim M.
Went to this restaurant for the second time this weekend to see if it was any better than the last trip. Last time I ordered pancakes that weren't fluffy and that I couldn't even cut through with a knife. This time when we arrived we waited 30 minutes to be sat which was fine and then ordered. It took their kitchen 55 minutes to get us are food (for 2 people) and on top of that they prepared the wrong dish for me. I would highly recommend not eating breakfast here unless you want to ruin your morning. They have an incompetent cook or either too small of kitchen for how many tables they have which is very few by the way. Either way this restaurant is not worth wasting your time in. Find another place.
(1)
James B.
Didn't expect much from this cozy corner store 3.5 blocks from where I live...no lines, no crowds, no pretense...but the magic is that this place has great food and no lines. It's the type of place you find in a town of 3,000 right in Denver, so it has access to great, fresh ingredients and creative menu concepts. Overall, will keep coming back!
(4)
Emily S.
What a delightful little spot! Not even a year old, this cafe expresses a maturity not typically seen in this area. We've seen so many corner stores come-and-go, and we've gotten bored with the old go-to cafes. Somehow, this entity has combined both the laid-back nature of a corner store with the exceptional service of an upscale cafe. Although it's local with a robust, creative menu, you won't find uptight hipster servers or obtuse "local" mentalities. What you will find is an excellent selection of fresh groceries, DELICIOUS food (both the frittata and mushroom omelette were to die-for), competitive prices, and excellent Wi-Fi. Plus, there's a patio! Spend a morning here; stop in for a pastry; bring your dog and your kids. Let's keep this one around!
(5)
Leslie B.
I love the cozy atmosphere and the food is amazing! The staff and Tim, the owner always make you feel welcome. It's a neighborhood gem.
(5)
Stuti T.
We went their for brunch and absolutely loved it! Their Ingredients are fresh and local which makes an ordinary dish taste delicious. It's a little far away from where we stay but wouldn't mind driving down to it again just for the brunch.
(5)
Kendall D.
Outstanding asset to this wonderful community, staff was very warm and friendly! The store has many very unique items. The Pork Belly appetizer in the restaurant was delicious. You have to try this gem!
(5)
Jeremiah S.
*** GLUTEN FREE DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH *** I almost want to keep this a secret, the food is so good you'd think you were eating gluten. I mentioned I was a celiac and they took the extra steps to avoid cross contamination. I had the pork belly hash twice and it was amazing both times! For me toast (with meals like this) is usually very forgettable but not here, the jam is almost pie filling like, yum!!! Its very easy to get to (being just off the interstate) but yet it is very relaxing because it is tucked away in the nicely maintained homes of Wash Park. This is my new regular stop and look forward to to trying more items! If you want to try some place new and impress a friend or your wife, take them here because once you fall in love with the food and then see the location you'll realize this is one place you would almost never stumble upon without the help of Yelp.
(5)
Mary C.
Get $10 off with this link: curebit.com/x/DuREXn This review is for grocery delivery from the Corner Store. I've gotten groceries delivered about 5 times now and I'm loving this service. They have a great selection of organic produce. It's a bit more expensive than going to the grocery store, but overall I spend less because I'm not impulse buying. It also helps limit my purchase of processed food since they don't have too much of that. Convenient, great service, good produce!
(5)
Pat D.
Best Menu Items: EVERYTHING...Pork Belly Hash, Eggs Benedict, Club Sandwich Ambiance: 4/5 Cleanliness: Great Service: Excellent Healthy Options: Yes (Organic/Local) Cost Value: Great Will I Return: DEFINITELY Comments: This is currently my favorite breakfast/brunch spot in Denver...HANDS DOWN!!! There is limited seating, but this is currently a hidden secret so I haven't had to wait for a table yet and it better stay that way :) The food is local/organic and great quality. The mixed vegetables that came with my Club Sandwich were unlike any mixed vegetable side dish I've ever ordered. Also, the French Press coffee is delicious. The service is a little slow since it's a small operation, but the wait is worth it. While writing this review, I have decided that I will eat breakfast there tomorrow.
(5)
Ursula K.
We had dinner there with friends and it was a splendid evening. The food was amazing and we tried the Parisian gnocchi's with wild mushrooms and the vegetable lasagna ( with Kohlrabi my favorite veggie). The desserts were fun and super creative: strawberries filled with Grand Marnier and dipped into a chocolate drink and crème brulee combined with bananas foster ( with some Stranahans to light it up). The staff was super attentive and we had even the chance to chat with the chef. We are also planning our next visit soon and want to support such a gem !!!
(5)
Anne S.
Excellent service, ambiance, and above all, food. The bacon serving size was huge and the bacon delicious. I tried my sister's caprese panini, and it too was superb.
(5)
Katherine W.
We came here after a night of bar hopping and were not disappointed! The food was very tasty and the service was very friendly. We had the pork belly hash, pork burrito, and the wash park omelet, all of which were very good! The owner brought us some local hot sauce which added a nice touch. You can tell the owner is very proud of his little restaurant and has a reason to be! The only reason we didn't give 5 stars is because we couldnt drink mimosas out on the patio for brunch and the good took a little while to get to us. However the time wasn't really an issue because we had nothing to do and were happy to just hang out! Overall I would come back here again!
(4)
Kat B.
To lead with the most important information: my husband got horrible food poisoning after eating here. Additionally, it took us nearly an hour to get food on a Friday morning. Our coffee alone took nearly 20 minutes- so long that the hostess comped our french press and gave us a danish on the house. Although this was good customer service and much appreciated, I can't imagine going here during peak times, and we're typically happy to hang out and be flexible. The food was adequate- not terrible, but not nearly as good as the other reviews would lead one to believe- and that combined with the service and the food poisoning would make me unlikely to recommend this establishment to anyone.
(1)
Pam B.
Absolutely delicious! Went with my son, age 10. Ordered Wash Park omelete--delicious, and came with the best side of potatoes I've ever eaten. My boy ordered off the kids menu (we had a 50% off coupon)---french toast sticks. Absolutely scrumptious! Large pieces of french bread, yummy syrup. The homemade peach jam was incredibly yummy. We will be returning for sure! Thank you!
(5)
Daphne L.
Just went for their new dinner menu and it was DELICIOUS. Started off with the chevre plate which was a great blend of flavors- not to goat-y with the cheese and balanced by honey and nuts. I had the quail which was perfectly done on a bed of lentils that was not overdone and mushy. My friend had the steak which was exquisitely tender, medium rare, and very well balanced. They have a great beer and wine list that is exceptionally reasonable. They really transform the cafe area into a cozy little place for the dinner service. Highly recommend.
(5)
Anson R.
I enjoyed my lunch here so much! Food is amazing and its organic and much of it is locally sourced. I love supporting local establishments like this one! Definitely a favorite a lunch spot!
(5)
J P.
Very good breakfast. Dishes were made with love and the service was very attentive. I do not look forward to waiting in lines when this place becomes more popular.
(4)
Mike L.
This was my first trip to the cafe and I tried the roast beef sandwich with a side of fruit . it was excellent! I don't know what that mustard is that they use (found out it was Finnish sweet) but couldn't get enough of it . Looking forward to trying the other items on the menu. Update: tried the pecan/banana French toast and again, very good. When they get WiFi, could be a good spot for business meetings, or just hanging out.
(5)
E J.
Today was the second time we have been here in a week! The food and service were great. We had the French onion soup, the biscuits and gravy and the pork belly hash. All of it was amazing! The pork belly hash is my new favorite here. The store was super cute and we look forward to trying the grab n go meals some night this week! Wish they would do something about the ventilation of the kitchen though- you will leave smelling like food and the music/talking from the kitchen is much louder than the restaurant. Other than that, this place is outstanding!!
(5)
Mike W.
The just opened their actual brick/mortar location on the corner of Kentucky and Race and it is great. If you're shopping for some key essentials and prefer organic, this is a great spot. Also, the cafe serves breakfast and lunch, and the food is dynamite. All the ingredients come from the produce and such that you can purchase right there at the shop. Stop in!
(5)
Jenny L.
What a wonderful concept and a great addition to East Washington Park! The food is fantastic, both in the cafe and the "Grab and Go" in the store. For breakfast, look for their burrito (not just the takeaway version, but often a special - terrific!) and the french toast. Lunch sandwiches are generous and made with amazing bread. The service is excellent, too. The store part is something I've waited for for years. The other day I was having a cup of coffee there and watched a boy walk in and leave with organic milk and delicious, healthy bread (obviously sent by the parents!). I've also seen kids come in and buy a peach or an apple. Great snacks within walking distance! It is so great to have fresh, organic, decently priced REAL food available so close to home. And, it is all locally sourced. The Corner Store is great on so many fronts. I cannot recommend this highly enough. Enjoy!
(5)
Michael S.
I love the idea of grocery delivery, and will try any reasonable service. Fooducopia's Corner Store offers healthy, organic, and as local as possible grocery delivery. I was particularly fond of the breads and cheeses we ordered. Because it's a higher quality food, it's a bit more expensive than say, the King Soopers Home Shop grocery delivery service. However, the delivery fee to my neighborhood was much less, $2.99. Also, I don't believe there's a minimum. My order was only just over $30, and it appeared magically on my doorstep in a high quality reusable grocery bag. The only downside of the Corner Store, is that the selection isn't huge. However, they've got plenty, and some pretty great specialty items. I am indeed a fan, and will use the service again. I love the idea of getting high quality local foods, without having to plan a shopping trip. With the Corner Store, you can point and click your way into a quality grocery experience.
(4)
Bree S.
If you know anything about what good organic food tastes like, you will avoid this place. For the amount of money that you spend for the quality of food you get - this stuff is subpar at best. We ordered the veggie omelet, wild mushroom omelet and the cinnamon apple French toast. The potatoes were flavor-less. The only thing I could taste in the omelet was the cheese. The French toast was bland; even with it covered with some cinnamon goop concoction. I also have to wonder how "local" and "organic" the food truly is. When we asked for a side of ketchup we were brought a bottle of conventional Heinz ketchup. So who knows what other corners they are cutting there. I have no problem paying more for good quality and great tasting food. In fact, I was excited to see that there was a local/organic breakfast place in town because it is severely lacking here. Alas, another disappointment. To give Yelper's a reference - we don't like Snooze or Jelly. So if you like those places, you will probably like this place. If you have a refined palate, this is not the place for you.
(1)
Suzy S.
Having a local grocery store with, albeit small, a selection of local, organic items, that is walking distance is AMAZING. On top of it, the cafe has incredible breakfasts, and really great lunches. This has become our weekend morning staple. The service is super friendly too. I can't say enough about the corner store. Way to go Tim and co!
(5)
Sarah G.
This is the best little store around! When I saw the coming soon signs, I couldn't wait for them to open. The cafe has amazing food, try the quiche, you will not be disappointed! We also stop by a couple times a week to grab a quick, delicious dinner. So far, we have enjoyed quesadillas, roasted turkey, pork tenderloin and even take-and-bake pizza. You can't go wrong with the fresh breads, milk, eggs, coffee and even homemade jams. And all of the fresh produce - it is so great to have this gem in the neighborhood!
(5)
Ross K.
loved the atmosphere, loved that it was local & organic, thought the food was very good, though not great. let's call it 4.5 stars.
(4)
Will F.
I work in the neighborhood and am always griping about the lack of affordable, higher quality food in the area. Well, I have found my solution and it did NOT disappoint! Low key and casual, the space is well set up with a well selected organic (and mostly local) grocery store on the main side and a little seating area for breakfast and lunch (they serve till 3pm) on the other side. Since this was my first time I'm not sure if the menu will change often, but it was all written on chalkboards above the kitchen so I am assuming that it will. I had an omelet with mushrooms and goat cheese, and I'm not exaggerating when I say that it was the best omelet I've"ve ever had. It had 5 different types of mushrooms, and a goat cheese that was mild yet flavor full at the same time. The bread came with freshly made jam that they also sell in the store. Service was more than friendly, the owner even came over and introduced himself. If you're anywhere near the Wash Park neighborhood definitely stop by and say hello, try some new foods, and support a local business that really gets the local movement without being pretentious. Will be going back many more times!
(5)
Steven W.
Congrats to Tim and the gang for opening this gem on the east side of Wash Park. The pancakes and french press coffee are awesome. Like others have said, everything's locally sourced, so come support Colorado! Fast, friendly service too.
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n g.
Delish! We had pesto mushroom sandwich which was scrumptious , side of breakfast potatoes, crisp and hot (love it when my food comes out hot!) and the hummus veggie which was tasty although I would've liked it better without the hummus, but I'm not a huge hummus fan. Tea was good, love the simple, peaceful ambiance and the hot sauce selection was very yummy. It's local, organic, and nice staff and good food selection in the store. Wish this was in my hood! Bonus of being right by wash park so you can walk around after. Great neighborhood gem!
(4)Katy-Robin G.
Fooducopia was a great place when I wanted a quiet breakfast with a friend on a monday morning. I was happy to know that food was healthy and sourced well. I had a veggie scramble with the pulled port and thought it was quite delicious. I'm excited to return for their selection of seafood and meats you can buy by the lb, and to try more of their dishes.
(4)Melissa G.
A group of 6 of us went for breakfast on a Friday morning for our monthly "foodie" group upon the mostly excellent recommendations on Yelp and elsewhere. The server was very sweet and accommodating, however, like most people have commented, the service was extremely slow, even when the restaurant was mostly empty. While I am a big fan of the local, slow food movement, I am more a fan of just plain well-prepared and delicious food. Unfortunately, most of our dishes (4 out of 6) ranged from not good to just meh. One of the women ordered her omelette very lightly cooked, and it came out hard as a rock. The bacon was cooked to an almost inedible crisp. The banana pancakes were so heavy that you could use them as a doorstop. The coffee was weak. Sigh...we so wanted this meal to be great. There are so few really good breakfast spots in Denver. Afterwards, we all walked over to the little shop area to see what was available to buy. The produce was nice, but all of the other items were overpriced compared to other stores. I'm hoping we just hit the place on an off day, but based on our experience there, I can't say I'll be running back. I much prefer Devil's Food on Gaylord.
(2)Betsy D.
Stumbled upon this after a brisk double lap of Wash Park. My first experience was so good, I've been back 5-6 times since. Order the cloud nine tea....it had tons of dried fruit and coconut flakes... I asked to take some home it was so good and made by a local who has a new shop in Belmar. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I like eggs for breakfast instead of sweets, so I usually get an omelet. It comes with 10 grain bread (also sold on the grocery side by the loaf) and preserves. I get the sautéed veggies on the side, usually they have a little seasoning of dried herbs that make them addictive, and healthy. They gave my pooch a slice of extra crispy bacon when we sat on the porch. She LOVED every last nibble. It looked so good I ordered a side for myself. If its an under the radar place where they support local businesses and usually can seat you asap, then this local gem is for you too! they also have a grocery area as well as take away meal specials which change daily!
(5)Bella R.
This place is FAR BETTER than many of the other "trendy" denver spots! The service is really good, and fast. People are very friendly and the food is delicious. Bloody Mary's have cripsy bacon- do you need to know more?! Seriously- try this place. You will like it.
(4)Andrea P.
Delicious! I took some coworkers there for a lunch meeting and everyone enjoyed their meals. I had a dish I think was called the pork belly hash. It was outta this world. The dining area is really small, maybe 10 or 12 tables inside. I noticed there are tables outside but I'm not sure if that's part of the restaurant. Overall, great experience and will for sure be going back.
(5)Bryan E.
Very nice place, friendly staff, good food. Defiantly busy on a Saturday for brunch but you can drink coffee and play corn hole while you wait. Bloody was good, little spicy with 2 pieces of bacon, but little pricey. Pork belly hash was good, great presentation. Overall, great place for brunch.
(4)Lisseth W.
Food is great. Few options to eat. GF available, however kitchen does take a whole to cook your food!
(3)Lynn O.
It wasn't the worst, but it certainly wasn't the best. I liked the ambiance, the server was friendly. But, do hothouse tomatoes really have enough flavor to be the star of a caprese salad? The pesto was the best thing on that plate. I had the beet salad and thought it was good. My fried "green" tomatoes were pretty good- but most things are when fried. Overall, I just felt like for the prices they had on the menu- it should have blown me away.
(2)Cheryl G.
The food presentation and taste of the food was fabulous! The service unfortunately was not so great. Our server was in the weeds, it took forever for our food to come to the table and we had to repeatedly ask for water and even salt and pepper. It would have been a more pleasant experience if the service was better.
(2)Valerie L.
The reviews are right on. Definitely check this place out for brunch. We came here on a Sunday morning and it was a little busy. They quoted us a 15-20 minute wait. Usually we don't like waiting for breakfast, but the staff was so friendly and accommodating. They brought us coffee while we waited, and we sat out front reading the paper. The food was excellent. The pancakes have this vanilla whipped cream that is delightful. Also they have biscuits and home made jam. Try the blueberry jam, it is wonderful. What a great spot!
(4)Catherine E.
Organic, local and pure deliciousness! Recommend getting there early on weekends or you are in for a long, but worth it, wait. Love the grocery side. They sell the best gluten free fresh pastas.
(5)Tealover C.
Loved this place the first time I was here. Went back 2 weeks later with out of town friends, and the service could be much better. It was not crowded- we got seated in 15 minutes, ordered right away (there were 3 of us), yet it took 85 minutes for our food to appear. 85 minutes!!! And all I ordered was an omelet. One of the dishes was cold. It seemed as if our server forgot to put in our order (the table next to us, seated after us got their food before us), or maybe they were having issues in the kitchen. There was an apology from the hostess, which was nice, but none from our server. I honestly do not know why it took so long to prepare our food, but it dampened my initial impression of this otherwise cute neighborhood restaurant.
(2)Wanda C.
I'm not sure what I expected, but I was not thrilled, excited or in any way impressed with my meal or the service here. Fooducopia is a little neighborhood grocery/mart that has a room with a few tables and an outdoor patio. No fancy coffee here, just drip coffee. After standing in line, the hostess/cashier seated me indoors on a Sunday morning. I got there just before it got really busy. I was pretty excited to try this place as I'd read some great reviews from other Yelpers. After being seated, my server came over and handed me a menu and I asked for water. Eventually the server brought me water and because I wasn't ready to order at that moment, she was going to come back. After waiting about 10 minutes, the server finally returned to take my order. I ordered the Square and substituted a pancake as a side, with my choice of eggs/meat. I realize this is a basic breakfast, but I figured I could get protein from my eggs + meat and a little sweetness with my pancake in. After placing my order, I easily had to wait over 15 minutes to get my order and the server never came by to check on me or to let me know that the food was coming or would take awhile. Another server finally brought out my food and as soon as the food hit my table, within a minute, my server came by to see if "everything looked good?", then brought the check. As I mentioned, a basic breakfast, yes, and it was just ok. Scrambled eggs that were a little rubbery, sausage links were fine and the buttermilk pancake was a little burnt and ok. For $10, I wasn't overwhelmed or thought anything was extraordinary or even good, just ok. I was very disappointed in the service and in fact, this soured my meal and my attitude towards this establishment. As I stood in line at the market to pay for my meal, there was another customer who was highly upset because he'd waited for over 15 minutes, placed his order and hadn't yet received his food and his server was AWOL (wonder if we had the same one?). Apparently he placed an order and was told they had a small kitchen and things could take awhile and he left and came back and his order wasn't put in until his return, but he wasn't made aware of it. While this wasn't my experience, I completely understood why he was so upset and they way the front "staff"/cashier handled it was not professional, in my opinion and further turned me off. Perhaps this place is the next big thing and if so, I wish them well. I hope they figure out how to provide better service and not give an answer like, "our kitchen is small". Meh is all I've got and I won't be back. The only thing that made my day better was traipsing down a few blocks to Devil's Food and getting my ginger vanilla latte.
(2)Jinny K.
Went here for brunch and it's a little corner joint in a residential neighborhood with a cute little store attached to it. Their dining area is pretty small though they have a nice patio. I ordered the savory french toast and the flavor was good with fresh ingredients. The toast was a bit too thick and dense for me and wish the bread was a bit softer and lighter. The iced coffee was good and they have some cool products in the store. A nice spot for a non-pretentious brunch on a lazy weekend.
(3)Erin H.
Wowee, breakfast here is delicious! Met up with the lovely Amanda T. for a Saturday morning breakfast and was pleasantly surprised that we could be seated right away. I'm sure that won't last long; once news spreads this place will be in high demand. The patio is large and lovely on a sunny day, but we chose to sit inside. My one and only gripe about this place is that the bench seating against the wall is not comfortable. But really that's minor in the grand scheme of things. Service was friendly and timely. The food is outstanding. I opted for the meat frittata, which had large chunks of ham, sausage, and bacon. It came topped with arugula & balsamic which really complimented the frittata flavors. On the side was toast with homemade strawberry jam. Damn that jam was good! So good we both left with a jar of it to take home. I'd gladly come back for breakfast any time and bet that just about anything they cook is going to be wonderful.
(5)Bret F.
Had the pork belly biscuits. Very good! The seating is very limited so be sure you get there before 9 if you're looking to beat the brunch crowd.
(4)Barb K.
This would be a 5 star review but the lack of space is a huge downer. The food is Fantastic but there is only room for about 15 people in the dining room to which they stuff about thirty. It's loud and very crowed to eat, at least on the weekend. Again the food is fantastic and service even better. Just wish they'd invest in a lager space or build another.
(4)Megan B.
Pretty sweet place! Its a little market and has a small little cafe that serves great breakfast! There was only a 15 minute wait in the midst of the brunch rush for a table for 2. They served us coffee as we waited too! I got the savory French toast which was awesome! The french toast was amazing - the bread was the thickest, fluffiest bread for french toast I think I've ever seen! Their service was great and the food came out quick! Definitely recommend. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5: My husband got the corned beef hash dish that was recommended and we weren't big fans of it. But still a great place!
(4)Sage B.
This place is great. The food is high quality if a little traditional, the location is very cute and is never full. The staff are very attentive and always willing to modify dishes for people with food allergies. This place should have more people in it!
(5)Teresa P.
Quaint little restaurant with local, noticeably natural and fresh ingredients. Went in for brunch, which was a pleasant surprise as so many seem to miss the mark. Can't wait to try the dinner menu!
(5)Maris T.
This place is simply wonderful. It has a unique and comfortable vibe. The service is really friendly. And the food is out of control. I had Veggie Egg Benedict, and it was so good it gave me goosebumps! It was THAT good. I highly recommend this place.
(4)Maria S.
I love this place, I wonder why it isn't super busy. Hey, as long as they don't close, I'll keep coming back. Favorite dish so far is the Pork Belly Hash.
(5)H S.
Delicious, healthy, local options with hearty servings. Service was friendly and prompt but we didn't feel rushed as with many brunch places in Denver. We will be back for sure!
(5)Michael M.
Staff seems really unorganized and food was pretty average. The place touts themselves as local and organic but we witnessed them refilling the "maple" syrup carafe with Log Cabin industrial sized jug. Overall disappointed.
(1)John E.
Update: So this has become my best all time breakfast/ brunch place! I don't really want to write a review because I don't want people to find out about this place and turn it into snooze. The food is fantastic! They use all local items which are organic. The best part is they are non pretentious. You feel like they are happy to see you. It feels like old family friends. It's a must stop for anyone who like real honest food!
(5)Likheng N.
We went for breakfast on a Sunday morning. We arrived at 9:30 am and there was no wait. I had the pork belly hash and my husband had the eggs benedict. Both dishes were very tasty and reasonably priced. By the time we left at 10:30 am, a 45 minute wait had developed. We highly recommend the place, but we recommend going early to secure a table because the place is very small.
(4)Peter H.
The brunch is serviceable and competent, but not special. The staff are very nice and well-intentioned, but service is slow, as echoed by other reviewers. It took us 1.5 hours from the time we put our names in until the time we actually received our food -- more waiting than I prefer to spend on a Sunday. My friends seemed to like their orders (breakfast burrito, pork belly hash, french toast), but I wouldn't recommend the eggs benedict with prosciutto, which just becomes slimy and loses its flavor under the heavy coating of egg yolk. There was also a sweet jelly-like drizzle on the eggs, which was off-putting. Maybe dinner service or weekday lunch is much better, but I can't agree with Westword's overly generous coronation of "Best Brunch" in Denver. Expect a pleasant, slightly above average, but ultimately immemorable experience.
(3)Aaften W.
Great location, great concept. Unfortunately not such a good experience. With cocktails at the table and getting low, we never got asked if we wanted another cocktail. Our banana bread french toast as our app was absolutely delicious, unfortunately once our entrees came they were very disappointing. My wild mushroom omelette (which previously had great reviews) was well done and extremely dry. My partner ordered over medium eggs they came out over hard (big difference) The chorizo biscuits and gravy came out with more flour than chorizo and a very over cooked biscuit. None the less, never once did we get asked how our food was.. Service and preparation of our meals lacked 100% effort, very unfortunate.
(2)Joshua G.
We went on a Sunday afternoon for our anniversary brunch. The food was unique, fresh, and delicious. Service was great. I had the Pork Belly Bisquits with poached eggs and hollandaise sauce. Amazing!
(5)Sonya B.
Small delightful shop that features a nice selection of colorado-made food products (many make good gifts) and food staples sure to please the lucky neighborhood residents. Menu is full of variety including both the usual suspects and foodie surprises. Food quality and quantity was excellent, and they get bonus points for super condiments. Surprisingly, coffee (regular and decaf) was weak and uninteresting. Inside and outside seating.
(4)Ross M.
Food is amazing. Beats any trendy breakfast / brunch joint in town by far. While you're waiting an hr in a line outside in the cold for your hipster breakfast, I'll walk right in, & enjoy a hands down, higher quality meal made with ALL LOCAL & ORGANIC ingredients. Plus, everything they use to make your meal is for sale in their market! Best breakfast / brunch in town! Highlights are anything with their pulled pork (the Cuban is top notch), their wild mushroom omelet, their soups of the day are always great, their teas are wonderful, great organic & local fresh juices.
(5)LeeAnn D.
Delicious food & excellent customer service. New to the area and have been taste testing around town. By far the best atmosphere and food around.
(5)F W.
THE FOOD IS SO AMAZING!! The owner is often around and is so extremely genuine, inviting, helpful, and friendly and his waitstaff, usually one person working the store and restaurant together, is also very great. But really what is so great about this place is the restaurants gourmet food and price! I highly recommend the bananas foster french toast or the westerner panini with grilled veggies, it is SO much food and SO incredibly tasty!! there is never a wait, and there is a wheelbarrow full of toys that the kids love to play in while i finish up my meal or before it comes. Apparent;y they just remodeled the restaurant side and got a new kitchen so I am interested to see it. The little grocery store is quite convenient for those little things that you run out of or need for a certain dish like milk, eggs, produce, etc or those special yummy things like Noosa yogurt, chocolate, pastries, etc. I really cannot say enough about how wonderful this place is. I almost don't want to tell anyone about it bc I want to keep it all to myself!
(5)Tom F.
I came here for breakfast in the middle of the week and despite all the other reviews describing the long wait, I was immediately seated by the delightful hostess and had an ammmmmazing wild mushroom omelette with goat cheese quite promptly. I also had the French toast on the side which you just should not miss out on. Very cute set up and patio with really friendly servers. I am coming back!
(5)Tara B.
Far exceeds my expectations every time I come here. If you are here for brunch, there is not one thing that I have had that wasn't good. They also make fresh breads to take home which are all amazing.
(5)Marc D.
After having read many great reviews about fooducopia, and seeing they were so close to Wash Park, I thought I just HAD TO give it a try. I love breakfast, and often find myself eating it for breakfast lunch and dinner. Yes, I really just said I like eating breakfast for breakfast. Sorry I offended your senses. After wading through the sea of volleyball players in Wash Park... some who might do well to put a shirt on or at least one that fits... I found myself at this half grocery half restaurant. There was a good wait when we arrived. We weren't extremely hungry, so it was no big deal to wait. During our time to ourselves, we played a rousing game of cornhole. For those of you who don't know... in Colorado a game of bean bags is called cornhole. I am not just some pervert talking about dirty things at this restaurant... I promise. After I was summarily beaten to a bloody cornhole pulp... we were seated outside. Out there, they have a toy box full of rather old and dirty Mr. Potato Heads. I am not even joking... there had to have been 10 Mr Potato Heads in there of all different sizes. Me, being a giant dork had to grab a few and play. The service was not the fastest, but they were pretty busy, so it was no surprise. The water and coffee were serve yourself outside. We ordered the Grapefruit Brûlée and a square breakfast (eggs, meat, toast, side)... nothing spectacularly fancy. I probably should have read the menu closer, because when I ordered the grapefruit, I expected the sugar to be caramelized on top of it... instead it was the banana slices that were Brûléed. I was a little disappointed, because the title suggested otherwise, but got over it. The grapefruit, however, was not cut. I had to REALLY dig in there with my spoon (not a grapefruit spoon) and a butter knife to get to the juicy center. I am usually a giant slob, and this was no exception.... I was coated in juice... sticky all the way from my elbows to my mouth. The square breakfast was fine, no complaints. Their homemade jelly was more like a syrup, but it was rather tasty. We mentioned the feedback to our server, who offered to take some percentage off the top, but we weren't really looking for a free meal, just some feedback about cutting the grapefruit and being explicit about the Brûlée. All said and done, this place is not the cheapest, and my experience was rather meh. I would like to eventually go back to see what the rave reviews are about, but for right now I give it 3 stars.
(3)Mike F.
Our breakfast club meets every Saturday at Fooducopia Corner Store. Recently voted best brunch Westword!! Comfy cozy neighborhoody. The perfect local Spot. Coda coffe is fresh and satisfies your caffeine morning jones. Interesting and tasty blend of farm fresh breakfast offerings and throw in a Bloodmary or Mimosa and life is GOOD! Cheers!
(4)Chel O.
If you're all about supporting local businesses, this is the place to go. Coda coffee was excellent, my brunch was uplifting, and even their selections of hot sauces were on point. I was impressed with the work ethics of the employees, not to mention their friendliness and how they anticipated needs. Opening the door for guests of they saw someone coming and such... I got the meat frittata which i would definitely recommend. It was quite filling and delicious with the locally made hot sauces. I dashed my brunch with the honey - Sriracha and Chipotle hot sauces which went well it. If i lived here, I'd come back as a regular just to support. What a cute corner store!
(5)Steven B.
u·to·pi·a - noun - An imagined place or state of things in which everything is perfect. If you are a restaurant, you need to have some big cojones to name your joint with a word that reminds folks of perfection. So how did they do? They weren't perfect but they were very good. We parked about one half a block away for Sunday brunch. As we approached I noticed the very large casual patio. It's interesting that it was capable of holding many more tables even with decent spacing. They need to work on this as the tables were full and it was a beautiful morning. The casual ATMOSPHERE continues inside. This is a tiny place with a tiny market adjoining a tiny restaurant. Actually casual is an understatement. As you roll out of bed on a Sunday morning, don't bother combing your hair. Shaving is also optional. It's that casual. In keeping with the spirit of the place the staff is young and free spirited and dressed in jeans and shorts and assorted tats. The CUSTOMER SERVICE was spot on and I loved it. The menu is one page with mostly typical breakfast items. There is a twist in that most everything is farm to table. I ordered a Meatlovers Omelet for $12.99. It came with ridiculously good wheat toast and my choice of side which in my case was organic fried potatoes. I thought my omelet was a bit overcooked but overall my FOOD was four stars. My dining companions agreed. Pro Tip- These folks have a bar so if you crave a Bloody Mary or a Mimosa that's not a problem. EXCEPT alcohol is only available inside and not on the patio. Keep that in mind if you are nursing a hangover. The bottom line is that this is a great place for breakfast/brunch and I would happily return in a heartbeat!
(4)Jenny N.
Service : Joseph was our waiter ! He's very kind and has a good sense of humor. Very attentive. Thanks a bunch !! Food: Caprese Panini + side: 4/5 Overall it was good from the pesto and cheese. sometimes I accidentally pull all of the cheese out and all is left is just bread.. And the bread is too hard to my liking to enjoy it alone. For the side, I choose soup. And for their soup of the day, it was the Beef Chowder. The soup alone was good with the potatoes, but the beef was VERY chewy.. And I don't like chewy beef.
(4)Luciana F.
Fooducopia is a small and quaint neighborhood gem that serves only the freshest ingredients. My husband had the prosciutto benedict that was topped with a chipotle hollandaise, it was delicious and not overpowering. I ordered the pork belly hash as it was recommended by our waitress as a house favorite. It's now one of my favorites! I wouldn't come here if you are in a rush though, service was polite and friendly but slow.
(4)Annie C.
My friend and I stopped in on a Tuesday morning around 10am and were seated promptly. I ordered the Veggie Eggs Benedict with scrambled eggs, and thoroughly enjoyed it! I really like the light cranberry hollondaise sauce with it, it really added a nice, subtle difference to the average veggie Bennie that you get at every other breakfast place. I got potatoes on the side and they were flavorful and delicious too! The service was fantastically friendly and smiley. The restaurant is connected to the grocery market they have inside. I didn't take a look at the items, but would like to go back and take a peek at what they offer next time! In all, delicious breakfast and excellent service for a standard price ($10-12).
(4)Laura W.
Such good food! The people were very nice. The food was clean and delicious.
(5)Jessica H.
Focused on organic food from small producers and local sources, Fooducopia is an eatery and market with a homey, neighborhood feel. When you first walk into the market area, there are a few baskets of fresh produce along the walls, while various, locally-produced food products are scattered throughout. The restaurant is adjacent and is categorized by small wooden tables and a bar/kitchen area that looks like it could be in your family's summer cottage. I loved the cozy vibes inside. In the summertime, they open their patio for dining..... but I heard you can't drink alcohol out there :( After we were seated, our waitress came to take our drink orders. My friend and I ordered Bloody Marys and were very, very sad when our waitress came back to tell us they ran out of Bloody mix. We put on our faces of despair and- voila!- delicious Bloody Marys arrived five minutes later. And man... They were good. Check out my detailed review here: bloodymarytour.org/2015/… For my meal, I ordered a wild mushroom omelette made with four varieties of local mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and chevre, with a side of well-done breakfast potatoes. This is the first time I have ordered an omelette from a restaurant in a while and it did not disappoint; the mushrooms were luscious and the chevre was a nice compliment. Everything about Fooducopia was so.. Colorado. And I loved every second of it. Price: a bit on the expensive side (think $9 Bloody and $13 omelette).
(5)Ted S.
Came here for breakfast with some friends the other day. There was a little confusion initially looking for the location but it is inside of 'the corner store'. First thoughts entering the building were a strong sense of healthy-ness. You can be sure that you've found the kind of Sunday morning farmers market feel inside of a physical location. Lively, yet calm and welcoming. Very enjoyable atmosphere. Now, for food. We started with a large French press which yields about 4 cups of Jo. Personally I ordered the pork belly has. Now, it's delicious and if you choose this one make sure to use all the goodies. Don't get too excited and eat it all before adding the nice hollandaise sauce they provide. Looking around the restaurant all the food look fantastic. The pancakes are HUGE and had fresh whipped cream on top. I will definitely be getting. Some next time.
(4)Nicole D.
Great brunch in a charming spot! Went here based on the reviews and was very pleased with the food and atmosphere. We were seated within 10 minutes (fyi no alcohol served on patio, only inside) and had a hard time deciding what to eat because all of it looked so darn good! I'm excited to go back and try everything. We had two carafes of mango mimosa's (yes two, don't judge it was a holiday). My husband and I split the Prosciutto Benedict and the wild mushroom omelette. Both were good sized servings and tasted super amazing. Definitely two great picks. Our friends had the pesto scramble and savory french toast, which they loved as well. I love the little store they have as well, you can get drinks, fruit and some basics. It's so close to Wash Park, we decided to walk our buzz off for a bit.
(5)Karen G.
I honestly think I just picked the wrong thing to eat. Which was the bacon avocado panini. I was expecting panini bread not what I got. And my dining buddy got the Cuban sandwich, I mean it's probably unfair to compare it to an actual Cuban sandwich. For the prize it wasn't worth it either.
(2)Josh M.
So my friends have taken me here twice after they discovered it and have been coming for a while. There's not a ton of tables but 6-8ish inside and even less outside. The ambiance is very casual so no one will judge you if you roll out of bed and head on in here on a Saturday morning. I've gotten one item here and that's the prosciutto benedict. I'm not usually a big fan of ham but prosciutto is heavenly. That's right, heavenly. I wasn't a big fan of the cranberry hollandaise sauce so the second time I asked for no cranberry sauce and I enjoyed it much more. The potatoes are very tasty. They're cooked well. The first time I thought they looked burnt but either way you're going to enjoy the texture and flavor. They are a locally sourced and organic breakfast joint. They have bags outside. It's kid friendly. What's "bags" you ask? I guess the locals call it cornhole but I'm from the Midwest so bags it is. Within their building, they also have a small market in case you feel inspired to purchase some fresh produce and uniquely flavored olive oils.
(4)Omeed S.
Love everything about this place! Great local store and food. 4 stars instead of 5 only because it's not an impeccable 5 star restaurant, it's a local place where you may have to wait awhile to get your order, but once you get it you will love it. Everything I've eaten here: breakfast, take home meals, veggies from their little store inside had been fantastic. The servers are always fun and cheerful.
(4)Nat S.
So with all the accolades, I thought it would have been a lot more amazing. I had the wild mushroom omelette, I asked it not be overcooked. This has been a problem in Colorado, so I have been specifying when ordering. It came borderline overcooked, while the mushrooms were undercooked. I don't think I found 4 kinds as the menu description listed. They were in the eggs themselves. If I was going to make this at home, I would sauté the mushrooms first , and fold them into the center of the eggs with the goat cheese. Also the dish was bland and unseasoned. I had the biscuit with gravy as the side. I was not a fan of the biscuit, but the gravy was one of the best things I tasted. My boyfriend got the pork belly hash. The pork and the potatoes were quite dry, and that is sad, hash should have some moisture. Our friends got the mushroom omelette, and the banana foster french toast. The french toast was very good, but also will put you into diabetic shock. I can't do much in the way of sweets, especially for the first meal, but if you like sugar you will be in heaven. They have a chill patio, we went on a weekday and it was very pleasant sitting out there. They are a local supplier, and farm to table restaurant. I like that, but for the price point, and the slightly disappointing dishes, it is a hard sell for me to go back.
(3)Danielle W.
First of all, this little treasure of a hidden restaurant is run by the sweetest guy named Tim who doesn't hesitate to make you feel special. The food, although $$, is delicious and surprisingly really good bang for your buck. Very natural and best ingredients without that uppity organic better than you attitude if you feel me. I'd like a little more options for the balla on a budget, however this little place is delightful! Especially the #cute waitstaff.
(4)Scott S.
Let's start with service. I have been coming here a lot over the past couple years and I have always been greeted with a smile. Foodacopia has a passionate staff that will help you with any question you may have from the dining menu to the products on the shelf. Grocery side: This is a specialty or limited variety market that has fresh from the farm produce eggs and other great options. While you will not be stocking you whole kitchen here. One will find options for spicing up their selection at home. The hot sauces are phenomenal! Their is a coffee I get here that I think is just amazing, had it one night after dinner and then brought the beans home. They also have some take away meals that are already made. They are behind the cash register in the cooler. Easy way to have a delectable meal at home. Restaurant side: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are the reasons I come here more than I probably should admit. They have a seasonal menu that will blow your mind when you eat your way through it. They are more than happy to accommodate dietary concerns when possible. Truly some just a nice staff that contributes to the experience. You will usually see the chef sticking his head out to see a patron take their first bit and watch as they try express what amazing flavors they are experiencing in their mouth.
(5)Joanna L.
Adorable little breakfast spot! The food is creative and delicious! I love that they're big on farm to table also! The cinnamon apple French toast was awesome...huge portions as well! I love their little produce store that's attached to the restaurant!
(4)Mick P.
Great little place. Awesome atmosphere and wonderful servers. The pork belly hash is outstanding and a can't miss.
(4)Lynda M.
I expected more based on the reviews. Basically, this is just an overpriced breakfast place/market. The french press was weak, the biscuits were hard, the "pork belly" if you could call it that, was nearly all fat. the portions were medium sized, but for a breakfast joint this expensive, I expected more. The server was also not very friendly.
(2)Frances G.
This place has the best damn banana bread French toast and tea selections I've ever had with near perfect service to accompany it. The adjacent food store and overall jovial feeling of the place makes it a wonderfully appropriate fixture in the Wash Park neighborhood. It's not a huge seating area, but it provides exactly what you need on a lazy morning while relaxing with your family and friends. They also offer savory items for breakfast, as well as some pretty tasty looking lunch items, to boot. I will definitely return to this cornucopia of good food and be very happy about it.
(5)Carolyn B.
Great food and cocktails, lots of natural light, excellent service, quiet. Thumbs up for this small restaurant with locally sourced, beautifully presented, and delicious food. My friend and I both had fresh juice martinis which were lovely. I had the salad with goat cheese and the halibut for dinner. Both excellent. We were not rushed out of the restaurant so they could turn the table which was great. My only suggestion would be to consider kicking up the wine a list a bit. I had a Sauvignon Blanc that was ok but not great.
(4)Neena W.
This is my first visit to Fooducopia, and definitely won't be the last for sure. We made a reservation for 4 for dinner, and 3 hours later we were happy and already planning for the next visit. I absolutely love its local-oriented menu concept that backed up with excellent execution. My husband and I ordered the Parisan Gnocchi, Peppered Beef Filet, and the Buffalo Burger. Although the portion of all these three dishes were very generous, we still manage to clean all the plates. Limited seating available, so I would highly recommend to pick a low key evening with an advanced reservation to dine at Fooducopia. It used to only serve breakfast and brunch, but two months ago Fooducopia added the dinner menu to its offering. Closed on monday and Tuesday for dinner btw.
(5)Claudia B.
So, we were looking for a new place to try for breakfast and turned to Yelp. I saw that this place had really high reviews and was in the location we were searching. We decided to give it a try. I'm SO GLAD that we did!! This place is fantastic. It's small so there aren't many tables, and if you want to sit outside with your dog you'll have to wait a little bit longer usually as there are only 4 or 5 tables outside. There is plenty of room for them to add more tables so I sincerely hope they do a bit of rearranging so they can accommodate more outside seating. The only downside to sitting outside is that you can't enjoy any sort of alcoholic beverage (mimosas, etc.) as they are in a residential neighborhood and can only serve alcohol inside (but note that they do have a full bar inside for the beverage of your choice). It's attached to a small store where you can pick up some fresh organic foods and jams...super cute and convenient! They serve coffee in these hand made mugs that are adorable, and while you wait on a weekend you can play a game of cornhole on the side walk :-). On to the food. Delicious!! I've been twice now. The first time I had the Meat Frittata and the second I had the Banana Brûlée Oatmeal. They were both super delicious!! I have some photos I'll upload later. The bananas in the oatmeal are out of this world. You can order coffee in the French Press for a group (fills 4 small cups) which was delicious the first time we had it and cold the next (but we let them know and they took it off our bill). We'll definitely be back for breakfast and are now curious to try them out for lunch and dinner. TOP NOTCH!
(5)Sarah Q.
Loved everything about the place, from the menu to the location to the taste of the food. It just might be my new favorite breakfast place! Did a Google search looking for brunch in the Wash Park area, & this one popped up. I'm a vegetarian and also an extremely picky eater, so I always am hesitant about trying new places. There were so many things on the menu that I wanted to order, I was a happy girl! The restaurant is in the Wash Park area but away from the main shopping/dining area, so parking is much easier & there's a smaller crowd (at least today). Came in at about 11 am on a Sunday & was seated right away. The waitress was extremely friendly and helpful. I ordered the veggie eggs benedict & it was incredible. Everything about it... There wasn't a thing about it that I didn't like. The hollandaise sauce had the perfect texture & it was topped with a chipotle jelly. Very tasty! I also ordered an iced coffee & was happy to find out that refills were free. Overall, I left a very full and happy customer. Can't wait to go back & try the cinnamon apple brioche French toast. :)
(5)Joanne L.
We came here last Sunday for brunch. The hostess said it would be a 20-30 minute wait, but we'd probably sit sooner. We ended up waiting for 40 minutes. When we sat down, the restaurant was super busy, and although the staff were super friendly, they looked overwhelmed. We ordered the basic breakfast plate for our 2-year old daughter which consisted of potatoes, eggs, and a choice of a meat (ham). Hubby ordered a hash and I ordered the proscuitto eggs benedict. In general the food was just alright. Nothing special and nothing really stood out to us. The main reason why I gave this place 2-stars was that I found pieces of egg shells in my eggs. Not just 1 piece but 2 pieces. I was going to say something to them, but they looked so busy that I decided not to bother. Luckily, the shells were in my eggs and not on my daughter's plate. We won't be back again.
(2)Judy W.
Eclectic (and no waiting line) Great little neighborhood eatery and market. Seemed a little expensive, but portion sizes and quality of food justified cost. Will definitely come back.
(4)Amanda T.
In my younger years, I almost always went for sweet breakfasts at brunch: pancakes, Belgian waffles and french toast. And while I still love these items, I just don't enjoy that much sugar in the morning anymore and will almost always order a savory breakfast. So when Jennifer B. mentioned that Fooducopia had Savory French Toast on Yelp Talk, my interest was piqued! I met up with Erin H for brunch a couple a weeks ago and we were both surprised that there wasn't a wait at 9:30am! In fact we had our choice of tables. I ordered the Savory French Toast and Erin ordered the Meat Frittata. My French toast didn't disappoint: big, fluffy pieces of brioche fried and topped with mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes and goat cheese served with a side of hollandaise to dip it in. Erin let me have a bite of her frittata and it was also delish. We both were so impressed with their homemade strawberry preserves that we each took home a freshly filled mason jar ($5.99 each). I'm worried that once word catches on about Fooducopia there will be more of a wait, but this is seriously good brunch so I'll definitely return!
(5)Jay N.
~7 tables inside plus ~7 tables outside with waiter service at all tables. They have a full bar, but are not permitted to serve any alcohol to the outside tables. The waitstaff is unusually friendly. The food is fresh, local, and delicious. Dinner is not served every evening and reservations are accepted for dinner only. You do pay at the counter.
(4)Steph G.
Elegant food in a quaint, unassuming joint. I would eat here any day over the other famous breakfast places. Wild mushroom omelette with local CO goat cheese? YES. Came served with a 10 grain toast and local strawberry jam, delicious and sweet fruit. All so good. My friend ordered eggs benedict with prosciutto- wow, to die for. So good. All of it. We licked our plates clean. No joke. Service was fantastic. Friendly and so helpful. They are also a mini market with a small selection of produce, a variety of local Colorado spices, jams, sauces, pickles. Definitely worth checking out.
(5)Mary W.
Incredible!! There is always a wait which is not a problem since they have games outside and a little Shop to walk around in. Delicious food.
(5)Jennifer B.
I wanted to try a new place for breakfast instead of our normal places and sold the BF on coming to Fooducopia after it appeared on a list as one of the top places for Brunch in Denver. It took a little time, but I eventually convinced him. Fooducopia is half restaurant and half market with a beautiful outdoor patio that may have more seating than the indoor seating area. The space inside is quaint with a dozen tables or so with a tiny kitchen in the back. When the warmer weather comes and these freak May snow storms go away, I can see myself with the rest of Denver vying for a spot on that patio. The food is why everyone should come here, and coming back for seconds and thirds. The breakfast menu is one page and offers French toast, Omelets, Benedict's, and the like. I guarantee you will find something you will love. I decided on the Savory French toast served with mushrooms, tomato's, spinach, goat cheese with hollandaise on the side. I enjoy French toast and have had it at several different places and this one is by far one of the best I've had. The amount of French toast I received was ridiculous, two people could easily split the dish and be fully satisfied. The ingredients all complimented each other perfectly and the hollandaise was creamy and rich and acted like a savory syrup to pour over my French toast. I want this dish over and over and over again. The BF decided on the Burrito with shredded pork and I was able to snag a few bites. The Burrito must have had a whole pound of shredded pork inside, no joke, it was an over stuffed burrito. We also shared a side of breakfast potato's. This was a mistake since the side of potato's was like a whole other dish, it was too much food for the two of us for sure. Excellent potato's, homemade and had a crispy exterior the way all breakfast potato's should. Fooducopia also offers Mimosa's and Bloodies and a few other libations for us morning drinkers. I tried the Bloody and enjoyed the flavor as well as the crispy piece of bacon sticking out of the top. Now having tried Fooducopia I can definitely say it's one of the best Brunches in Denver and I would choose it over Snooze any day of the week. Trust me - one of the best if not the best Brunch in Denver.
(5)Matt B.
This place has the best food. Home made jams and stuff. The server with the blonde man bun is a great guy. When I come back to Denver this will always be my first stop.
(5)Jesse H.
Fooducopia! I'm so glad we have found each other. I hope you're as eager for a second date as I am. Can I confess my love so soon? I do so wholeheartedly. Please continue to fulfill my desires and I shall yours. Off track? Not at all. Fooducopia fills my foodie heart with joy and fresh veggies. The man friend and I stopped in for an early brunch on our return home from DIA in need of a sunny atmosphere and sustenance. I ordered the pesto scramble which featured blackened potatoes, fresh and lightly cooked veggies, fluffy eggs and a meaty green pesto. Add some organic ketchup to the mix and there you have a perfect breakfast. The man ordered the savory french toast but my food was too good to sacrifice stomach space and try his dish. We cleaned our plates without cleaning out our wallet. I'd happily return here for more meals, friendly service and my little foodie love affair.
(5)London M.
Bomb!! Fresh juice, fresh veggies, awesome brunch. They give you huge portions and you can do half orders which is sweet. Service was great. I have no complaints.
(5)Cesquaq R.
I shamelessly ride the coattails of ALL the other reviewers and I admit: I got the pork belly hash. It was a fierce battle between that and the hazel dell (love them) mushroom omelette and the savory French toast. Love won out and the pork belly hash won out as well. It arrived in a tiny tight pile and as soon as my fork touched it, it was like hamster bedding. I couldn't even finish it because it grew so much. It was wierd. I kept eating and my pile didn't get smaller. I prefer my yolkes soft and even tho the waitress said the soft yolks are snotty (my quote, not hers) vs the hard (ummm, ewwww) my "soft yolk poached"eggs were not snotty at all. Not even a little. No, really. No snot. I can't wait to go back with a hangover and get the savory French toast, or not hung over and get the Hazel Dell (farmers market peeps can ya hear me?) mushroom omelette. AND the locally made XX HOT sauce is actually XX HOT! I know! It sounds crazy, but, it's true! The food is not fast and I only go to brunch with company that doesn't need it. Food is made to order: what do you expect? If you want fast food, go to Mc Donald's.
(5)Sara M.
I suppose I could rate even higher, there was really nothing wrong at all, just that I have a hard time giving a 5 on one experience. My friend who lives near Wash Park and I decided to do a weekday brunch here and expected less of a crowd than what we have heard happens on the weekend but did not expect to be the only ones here, but we were. Sometimes that can spell disaster on freshness of ingredients or care at these places, but not here. We had a very sweet server who kept an eye on our table, refilling my teapot before I had to ask and being helpful in any way possible. The cook (or manager) came out to check on our food and offer any extra condiments we might want, which the server had already done too. I guess we had their complete attention. I had the "pork belly biscuit," which was really a twist on a benedict since it came with a poached egg and hollandaise on each pork belly slab covered biscuit half. The eggs were just right for me, with the yolk just fluid enough to spread when broken but not so wet it would run off of the rest. The ample side of potatoes was very crispy and fresh, hot from the skillet and cut with skin on. My style! The pot of tea was a cute spring loaded drip funnel that drains automatically when you place it over a mug. I found the tea complemented the plate even better than my usual espresso drink. Since I passed on the fruit or salad side option as I always choose potatoes when offered, perhaps a decorative palate cleanser slice of orange on the plate would have been a nice touch. I would absolutely go back again when in the area on a weekday and I would probably try the savory French toast next. I had a hard time deciding which for today. It was so easy to park at 10:30am on a Tuesday, right by the front door. And another nice touch was that the restroom was up to date, clean and nicely decorated, not always the case in a small neighborhood cafe in an old building. Also, the grocery portion had some organic produce and locally preserved MM Local veggies and some other brand goods. There was a cold case too but I did not have time to look through it, but this would be a nice convenience for the neighborhood. Nice folks and nice food in a quaint setting.
(4)Tiffany N.
You know what's the best? A place that serves a breakfast plate that lets you choose and side and one of those sides is a PANCAKE! Yeah, forget silly fruit or breakfast potatoes, nothing goes better with eggs and bacon than a single, side order of pancake. I speak from experience people. Fooducopia is such an interesting little spot - the right side is a little shop with locally sourced grocery items and the left is a restaurant where you can eat breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. I was there for breakfast and had The Square Plate which is served with two eggs cooked to order, choice of meat, toast, and the aforementioned side for $10.99. I also had a pot of tea to drink which they will steep 2-3 times for you. The atmosphere is super cute, the people there are super friendly, and the food is quite good. All in all, I'm definitely a fan of Fooducopia!
(4)Becky R.
I LOVE FOODUCOPIA!!!! I wish no one knew about it, and I could go there every single day and there would be no wait, ever. It's that good. I've been twice, both times on mommy/baby dates with friends. This place is pretty tiny, but they were more than accommodating for our babies, which was really nice. Large strollers may be a challenge, but there is space to park them off to the side (at least there was during my visits, on a weekday). The first time, I ordered the Savory French Toast. *drool* This was AMAZING. If you love French toast, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach, and goat cheese, and if you love to order sweet delicious breakfasts but don't actually order them because they are unhealthy so you end up ordering savory eggs dishes because they are healthier but they end up being super yummy too, then you will LOVE THIS DISH. It is enormous but somehow I ended up finishing (impressive, I know). The second time, I decided to go the healthier route, and I got the Greek omelette with egg whites, and it was still SUPER YUMMY! And huge! Score. This came with a delicious "toast" that was insanely good and not actually super toast-like. But I loved it. Overall, I can't recommend Fooducopia highly enough. Sure, it's a little bit of a silly name, but the prices are really reasonable and the portions are huge - and it's all local, fresh ingredients. This is truly the epitomy of a 5-star "As good as it gets!" review.
(5)Michelle A.
Ok so I forgot to check in but I was there with 2 of my friends for my birthday dinner. Food was very good but we were the only 3 diners in the restaurant. Why? As I said our dinner was very tasty, service was great and the place is really cute. We dined on pear and beet salad. It was served on a white dish and my friends thought the dish had designs on it but it was the thinly sliced beets that were around the dish. Then we had Mac and cheese and the noodles were the bowties. There were three of us and there were three yummy sliders. So tender and delicious. We could have been done but no we also had the filet main dish. You could cut it with a butter knife. A bottle of wine and the most decadent chocolate fudge cake for dessert. Really it seemed weird no one else was there but it was a very lovely dinner. Not only is this a darling little restaurant but a little grocery store. Some veggies, fruit and a few other items like homemade ice creams. I hope more people try this gem. It really was tasty and a great place for my birthday
(4)Marilyn B.
Terrific! Breakfast was super good & atmosphere very pleasant. Can't wait to return to try more items.
(5)David T.
Torn between 3 and 4 stars. Some really good things and some things that didn't blow my hair back. Been wanting to try it. Seems like a lot of the real raves are for breakfast/brunch and we were there for lunch (pretty limited menu). + Super cute place. If they were going for the little neighborhood corner market with a small cafe attached - they nailed it. Very cute and cozy. + Delightful waitress/hostess. Quite bubbly - makes champagne blush. + My sando - Hummus and Roasted Veggie Sandwich + Side with chipotle cranberry sauce $10.99 It was amazing and a generous portion. $10.99 seemed a little high but you get your choice of sides (which ARE expensive by themselves). I wisely chose the soup of the day - potato (excellent). Food is obviously fresh and made to order. - She had the Cuban Pork Sandwich + Side - slow roasted pork, Swiss cheese Anija's Finnish mustard, & The Real Dill pickles $10.99. Not good and in definite need of some food lube - dry as a bone. She didn't care for it and passed half to me which I passed right back. She chose the Terra Chips for her side. Meh - just earth shoe chips out of a bag. - She had a glass of chardonnay which was, at best, a 6 oz. pour at $8 I think. - Kitchen was s-l-o-w. We were the only people in the dining room on a sleepy Thursday afternoon and it was a solid 1/2 hour from order to food. I think we'd go back sometime but if this is what you're looking for I think Vert Kitchen or Gaia Bistro are much better choices.
(3)Bob F.
Good portions, Good Food
(4)Valery L.
The food was amazing & the locally sourced root beer was yummy! The shop inside was cute & our server was very friendly! The hostess, however, was rude & very bothered by our arrival there on a relatively slow Saturday morning. We asked if we could sit on the front patio & received an angry "no" because they are unable to serve food at those tables. A simple explanation would have sufficed. I later heard the same hostess raise her voice in a panic as someone brought their dog onto the outdoor patio when the dog should have been outside the fence. Again, a simple explanation would have obtained the same results. The adolescent drama and rudeness was almost laughable. The hostess was the only contradiction to the otherwise awesome Fooducopia experience.
(4)Nicholas G.
Concept was nice, waited 45min to sit down, then an adittional 45 min for our food, I got the pork belley Benedict the wife got the savory french toast, my eggs were overcooked to over hard, the potatoes were soggy both plates were cold as was the food. The view I had into the kitchen I saw food sitting on a table, not under a heat lamp. Our server didn't top off our waters or coffee until 50 min after we sat down...maybe this place is normally awesome, maybe we had a bad expirence, but the ratting system is based on our expirence and based on that, we wont be back
(1)Eric J.
An awesome dinner experience. Amazing food in a very neighborhood setting. An undiscovered gem in Washington Park. They've only been doing dinner for 6 months, and when the work finally gets out they will blow up, so go now before it gets discovered. They only have 6 tables, but reservations are easy to get. It reminds me of what fine dining used to be before Denver got all fancy pants- friendly, delicious, intimate, and comfortable.
(5)Kristin O.
Update: I tried going here again on a Sunday morning around 10:30a. I arrived, put my name on the list, and was told there would be a 15-minute wait. 15, 25, 30 minutes went by. We were told it wouldn't be much longer. 45-mins after we put our name in, we still weren't seated so we left. There were 7 open tables. It was grossly understaffed for a Sunday. Much as I love their food, I won't be going back.
(4)Tera S.
I researched best brunch in Denver. Far from it. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't awful just not the best brunch I've ever had... The boyfriend and I had brunch here on our way to Fort Collins to check out New Belgium brewery. I knew I needed a mimosa to get my day started, sadly they were out of oj so i settled for grapefruit. For my meal I ordered the wild mushroom omlet. I understand the mushrooms are locally grown but when I think of wild mushroom anything I think at least more the one type of mushroom. I'm pretty definite this only had buttons. As for cooking quality, the outside of the omlet was quite dry where the inside was runny still. The sausage I ordered as a side came with 3 links each at its own level of doneness. But the multi-grain toast and homemade jam was really delicious. On to the boyfriends meal, he ordered the pork belly biscuit benedict. He commented on the biscuits being dry and kinda tastless, the pork belly was average, with the hollandaise stealing the show. The real problem with his was he received it at a least 10 mins after my food due to the fact they gave me another tables omlet screwing up the whole timing of our meal. With that being said the wait staff was as friendly as they could be on top of as frazzled as they were. This would not be first my recommendation if any of my friends were to visit denver Ps. The cranberry Chipotle table sauce is out of this world good.... but they were out of it for take home purchase. :(
(3)Kim M.
Great place for brunch. My fiancé and I got the cinnamon apple brioche french toast and pork belly biscuit with a side of biscuits and gravy. Yes... My fiancé really likes his biscuits. Everything was delicious. Cinnamon Apple Brioche French Toast: The French toast was moist and the slices of brioche were nice and thick. Even with such thick slices, the French toast was moist the entire way through. No syrup was necessary because of all the toppings. Pork Belly Biscuit The biscuits were great (not too dry) and the poached eggs were cooked to perfection. Our only complaint about our entire experience was the small portion size of the pork belly - it only covered about 1/3 of the biscuit. The pork was tasty so we found ourselves wanting more. Biscuits and Gravy: As I said before, the biscuits were great. But the gravy was the real star of the show. It's a chorizo gravy and was very flavorful. We think there was chipotle or something else mixed into it that gave it some extra flavor. Overall, we really enjoyed fooducopia. The servers were friendly and attentive. It's a smaller space but we didn't have to wait on a Sunday morning.
(4)BJ T.
Great breakfast! I would say the four of us tried some of their best - a giant breakfast burrito with pulled pork and chile verde, perfectly cooked eggs Benedict, Ghiradelli chocolate chip pancakes, and the mushroom omelette (which I would add their cranberry chipotle sauce to, and we subsequently bought and took home to NorCal). Great service and super friendly, we were all really happy we stopped in during our vacation. Highly recommend!
(5)B. Ann M.
On a search to find the perfect brunch spot, I was suggested Fooducopia by a fellow Yelper... so I gave it a go. While my GPS took me the craziest route to get there, on the way home I realized that Fooducopia is like one minute from Wash Park (which, makes sense now - since they do have a Wash Park omelette)! Set at the corner of Race & Kentucky, this corner cafe/market is small but actually has quite a bit going on! As you enter the front door, it's not hard to differentiate the market from the cafe. I'll start with the market. I can't say that Fooducopia's market is anything more than a healthier, more local convenient store. It features last-minute needs & most of the staple ingredients required for clean eating. Its a fairly efficient space with no aisles just perimeter shelves & fridges for items such as: cooking sauce, chips, bread, rice, cereal, juice, fun-flavored pickles, cheeses, limited produce and a few toiletries, as well. They also have daily "Grab N Go" items that seemed legit and nailed their intended purpose. As for the meal experience... it appears this place could get pretty busy any given day. There is not much seating - indoor or outdoor. Today they had a sign up "Please Wait To Be Seated". Not sure if this is the case everyday or just on the weekends, but we followed the sign and were sat quickly. Note: if you're coming with two guests, you WILL be sat at a two-top. Three or four guests will get first dibs on the four-tops. They seemed very strict on this. Our first server Ren immediately greeted us and served ice-cold water in cute Mason Jars the minute we sat. This is a hot button of mine, so she made me very happy! She started helping other tables so a different server - didn't get an intro nor did I ask her name - came over to take our order. The second server made a point to say she could help us while Ren was busy. Ren came over next as the second server was passing by (so she stopped too) and asked for our order again. We politely said the other server got it and she attempted to cover a "wtf face" with explaining their operation of teamwork. It wasn't a minute later that we overheard girls in the kitchen having a conversation that basically was the equivalent to "so she took your table?". That made us feel bad initially; but by the end, a few different servers touched our table so we confirmed with the cashier that all tips are pulled and they are. This makes me believe timing or "getting in the weeds" was the true concern of the girls in the kitchen, rather them gossiping about whose table is whose. And to me, that's a level of service I can appreciate. In regard to the food, it arrived in a timely manner with all proper accompaniments and was steaming with warmth. Definitely didn't wait in a window! My Bananas Foster French Toast included four thick pieces of broiche toast covered in pecans & soft bananas. My husband's Wash Park Omelette was the perfect size and was served with Potato Chunks. We were both surprised by how unevenly the toppings in the omelette were spread throughout and how bland the potatoes were, however. Aren't potatoes served at breakfast always supposed to have remnants of onions to add that specific flavor we all love? Maybe its a midwest thing... hahah. I'll close with our intent to return for dinner, once the Chef returns from his wedding vacation... They take reservations for dinner and it seems a bit more up my alley. Don't confuse my review for the food & service not being good at this time of the day, because both were. That said, nothing set this place apart in taste or offerings from any other brunch spot in Denver. So... onto the next.
(4)Kenny N.
An unexpected brunch spot! I must admit my favorite memory is not the food, but the vomit comet baby. I do hope your diaphragm is ok after that violent episode. Anyway, I'd rather just point any reader to Jesse H's review since I'm the said man friend. She's a much better writer and more passionate about this place than I. I need to revive my Yelper passion. I'm certainly off track. I ordered the savory french toast with hazel dell mushrooms, tomato, spinach, and goat cheese. Hollandaise was there, but very neglected. Overall, I did enjoy the dish. Brioche french toast was an excellent touch. The veggies were fresh. It's a corner market, after all. I could used some more veggies toward the end, but I savored each bite and left happy.
(4)Ted P.
Just ate here for the first time. Very unpretentious, and relaxed. Wild mushroom omelette was freakin' fantastic, as was the bacon. Thick, fresh, crisp. Bravo.
(5)Christina S.
Amazing and completely unassuming, best brunch food in Denver. Prosciutto Benedict was incredible along with fresh juices and all local ingredients. I highly recommend this place, the trick is to get there early to avoid the wait.
(5)Kristina P.
Just had dinner, and it was fabulous. I started with a dirty martini, and it was delicious. My husband had a wonderful Cabernet. We were served a cheese and berry cracker to start our meal, what a treat. Then we had the goat cheese and tomato small plate. Very good. Next, we had the sashimi. It tasted as good as any of the best sushi restaurants serve. My main entree was the halibut, which was amazing. My husband had the lamb, and he licked his plate clean. Wonderful service and food.
(5)Lauren J.
Update! Showed up here this weekend during reg brunch hours and there was a 90min wait. When I went below, we got there around 1. *sad trombone* What a little gem is this place!? I read about it in the Westword as Denver's best brunch. This was in part to no waiting. I'm all for that! We went here sadly after my mom had to put her dog down. The very sweet waitress treated us to a round of mimosas which was so nice. What was also nice was that you get to pick your own juice for your mimosa! We both got mango. So good! unfortunately no bottomless though. We couldn't decide as their menu is rather extensive and everything sounded good! The waitress said for us to get our first picks and then get sides of pancakes. brilliant. So I got the roast beef sandwich and a chocolate chip pancake. The roast beef was a bit fatty in the pulling out half the sandwich in one bite kind of way. The flavors were delicious though. My mom got the benedict and blueberry pancake. Also all delicious. I can't wait to go back!
(4)Danelle R.
Hidden gem buried in a peaceful neighborhood. Friendly staff, excellent food, and their tea supports a local company, I believe. I had the cinnamon apple french toast, which was super-tasty and filling. My dining partner had french press coffee and the pork belly hash, which I also tried and agree it was delectable! I will be going back!
(4)Sierra R.
By far one of the worst brunch experiences ever! We were told it would be a 20 min wait, an hour later we were seated and 2 hours and 15 min later our terrible food arrived. The breakfast burrito was filled with tasteless and unrecognizable pulled pork, the pancake was plain and hash was ok. The service alone was horrible, no one checked in with us or applogized for the wait. People around us were leaving because of the service. Wish we had too.
(1)Megan A.
Wow, that was a fabulous experience!!! I enjoyed a beautifully created Passion Fruit Mimosa while we waited to be seated. They also serve great coffee. Everything is local and organic and freshly made! It really seemed like everyone who worked there loves their job, and were genuine advocates for the way they do things. The patio seating is great for nice days. It is located in an adorable quiet neighborhood. I ordered the Cuban Pork sandwich, and I was blown away by the wonderful flavors, and impressed that it wasn't overly greasy. Simply delectable!!! You will NOT be disappointed with a visit here. The waiter mentioned that they are now serving dinner till 9pm! They also sell fresh local produce inside! Love this place. Seriously. Do it.
(5)Jessie A.
New favorite spot! A hidden gem in Denver. I was very impressed by Fooducopia. The food was artistic but not pretentious. The staff is friendly and professional. All foodies, and very knowledgable. Half of the restaurant is a grocery store, with an amazing selection of local produce and products. Such an innovative idea. Can't wait until summer for brunch on the patio!
(5)Hans O.
Who knows if this review will get published. It appears that Yelp is arbitrarily selecting which reviews it wishes to publish. It has been noted that Yelp is publishing positive reviews nearly 4-1 over negative reviews. - Anyway, we have eaten here twice based upon the positive reviews. We have been more than disappointed both times. Each time we have been, there were only 4 tables occupied. And each time, we were obligated to wait over 35 minutes for our food after ordering. That is waaay too long. Once, my omelette was terribly overdone, dry and tasteless, and my wife's "veggie burrito" consisted of one piece of broccoli and the rest potatoes. Let me emphasize that; "ONE piece of broccoli, and the rest, ALL potatoes. The second time we went, there were four of us including a child. Each entree was overcooked including the child's french toast. Each entree: over cooked? How does any reputable restaurant do that? Though I paid an extra dollar for gluten-free bread, they give you one piece which is the size of a piece of melba toast. Ridiculous. You can have your questionable positive reviews but it is back to "Snooze" for us.
(1)C. Y.
We had Brunch and even stayed longer to do our work instead of relocating to a coffee shop! We had a really lovely waitress who was very helpful and accommodating. Loved the local jams and hot sauces. I had to order more bread to eat it all.
(5)Joe D.
I came to the Corner Store specifically for The Real Dill pickles. This is a cute little venue, but based on what I saw online I expected it to be bigger with more stuff. Everything they have there seems great though. Lots of great, local, and organic options and I'm sure if I lived in Wash Park, I'd pop in there way more frequently. It's definitely worth checking out.
(4)Glenda L.
What a great dinner tonight at Fooducopia. Our table decided it was the best meal we've had in a long time. Chef Richard did an amazing job for our private party. Thank you, Fooducopia team, for making our evening so special!
(5)Geoff A.
Went to Fooducopia for the first time today and I'll be back! First, if your looking for someplace to get in and out fast this isn't the place, the kitchen is small and can only push out so much at a time, but if your looking for a nice relaxed atmosphere with friendly service and fantastic food then Fooducopia is the place for you!!! My roommate (Jason) and I got there this morning and asked for a table. We were told the wait would be twenty minutes. While we waited the hostess got us some drinks... Jason's Bloody Mary was garnished with the works (celery, pickle, olives, and bacon). It was a damn good bloody. We were seated and are server Ren took great care of us. It did take a while for our food to come out but given the size the kitchen and the quality of the food that's understandable. Also, Ren made she we didn't feel like we were being ignored or forgotten. I ordered the pork belly hash with poached eggs and a side of potatoes , and Jason got the breakfast burrito (it was huge). My poached eggs were perfect, from the texture I could tell that they used vinegar in the poaching (which is what you should do), but I couldn't taste the vinegar (and you never should). The hollandaise sauce had a good texture, flavor, and just the right amount of lemon juice added to it. The breakfast potatoes had a wonderful sweet nutty character from being cooked in butter with a little salt n pepper. There wasn't a single thing on my plate that didn't make me happy. Great food, great service I will be back!!!
(5)Crista M.
Great neighborhood breakfast cafe. High quality, well prepared local food. This is one of our family favorites! Service is friendly and the food is always delicious.
(4)Katie M.
Delicious food and very friendly service!
(5)Andrea S.
The location is great & we were seated promptly on a Saturday around 9am. There was a nice selection of breakfast items and we were pleased with the quality of the food we ordered - bananas foster French toast & the meat lover's omelette. The coffee was only so-so; there was no espresso & even the French press I ordered was on the weak side. All-in-all it was a perfectly satisfying, no-frills dining experience.
(4)Pat A.
Their on-line store "Cornerstore" has wonderfully healthy Organic Foods and their Customer Service is phenomenal. The owner and staff love what they are doing and believe that the customer's healthy needs and fantastic foods are paramount.
(5)Whitney H.
This is a really cute little gem of a restaurant. The food was very good - we got some banana foster French toast and 2 different omelets. They tasted like they were home made, in a really good way! We sat on the patio in the sun and it was peaceful and quiet in a neighborhood area. The only downside is that they have a very small kitchen, so we had to wait 30 minutes to order so they could catch up, but the great vibe and the food later made the wait worth it. I will definitely go back again, but will call first to see if there's a wait.
(4)Isabel W.
Woah woah woah. Westword names THIS the best brunch in Denver? If this is true, then please... help us! The boy and I went today to take a stab at the latest Westword winner. Ouch. What a disappointment. I ordered the Wild Mushroom Omelet, which was advertised as 4 types of wild mushrooms, goat cheese and roasted red peppers. I picked the salad as my side. What I got was less than stellar. Mostly un-beaten eggs flopped into a pseudo-omelet, a smattering of oddly-shaped mushrooms cooked to varying degrees. 3/4 of the omelet had no goat cheese in it and there was not a red pepper in sight. The salad, sadly, was the highlight of the meal. Mixed greens, hard dried cranberries and a couple walnuts. Woo... The boy debated getting the Eggs Benedict with proscuitto or the Pork Belly Biscuits. He went with the latter and it was mediocre-- at best. The biscuits were hard as stones (more like over-kneaded scones than flaky scones. The pork belly was dry and chewy and had none of the appeal of succulent, tender pork belly of other restaurants. The eggs were poached well and the hollandaise was flavorless and cold. Mediocre food is excusable if the service is tremendous. But the overpriced and unimpressive food was further highlighted by the crappy service. We were seated at our table and waited quite a while to receive a glass of water or a hello from a waitress. In a tiny little restaurant where the waitress has to bump into the back of your chair every time she passes, they should at least acknowledge a newly-seated table. The food took forever to get (yes... yes... I know that "slow food" is a thing, but in a tiny restaurant at brunch, it shouldn't take THAT long). Our food arrived (sans one biscuit top and much of the hollandaise that went flying as the waitress bumped through the aforementioned tiny area. We then waited nearly 10 minutes for the opportunity to ask a server for some silverware. I finally walked up to the service station and requested some myself. Is it a BYOS(ilverware) establishment? Having frequented many great brunch restaurants throughout the Denver area, I can tell you that I will not return to Fooducopia. The boy suggests he'd give them "another try" but he'll be dining alone, I guess. Maybe, while we were waiting, I should have taken a hint. Two customers in a row who were checking out after brunch were comped their meal by the hostess. Apparently service (or food?) is not a specialty. Westword-- you can take that as a mulligan. Try again on the #1 brunch joint in Denver!!!
(1)Kim M.
Went to this restaurant for the second time this weekend to see if it was any better than the last trip. Last time I ordered pancakes that weren't fluffy and that I couldn't even cut through with a knife. This time when we arrived we waited 30 minutes to be sat which was fine and then ordered. It took their kitchen 55 minutes to get us are food (for 2 people) and on top of that they prepared the wrong dish for me. I would highly recommend not eating breakfast here unless you want to ruin your morning. They have an incompetent cook or either too small of kitchen for how many tables they have which is very few by the way. Either way this restaurant is not worth wasting your time in. Find another place.
(1)James B.
Didn't expect much from this cozy corner store 3.5 blocks from where I live...no lines, no crowds, no pretense...but the magic is that this place has great food and no lines. It's the type of place you find in a town of 3,000 right in Denver, so it has access to great, fresh ingredients and creative menu concepts. Overall, will keep coming back!
(4)Emily S.
What a delightful little spot! Not even a year old, this cafe expresses a maturity not typically seen in this area. We've seen so many corner stores come-and-go, and we've gotten bored with the old go-to cafes. Somehow, this entity has combined both the laid-back nature of a corner store with the exceptional service of an upscale cafe. Although it's local with a robust, creative menu, you won't find uptight hipster servers or obtuse "local" mentalities. What you will find is an excellent selection of fresh groceries, DELICIOUS food (both the frittata and mushroom omelette were to die-for), competitive prices, and excellent Wi-Fi. Plus, there's a patio! Spend a morning here; stop in for a pastry; bring your dog and your kids. Let's keep this one around!
(5)Leslie B.
I love the cozy atmosphere and the food is amazing! The staff and Tim, the owner always make you feel welcome. It's a neighborhood gem.
(5)Stuti T.
We went their for brunch and absolutely loved it! Their Ingredients are fresh and local which makes an ordinary dish taste delicious. It's a little far away from where we stay but wouldn't mind driving down to it again just for the brunch.
(5)Kendall D.
Outstanding asset to this wonderful community, staff was very warm and friendly! The store has many very unique items. The Pork Belly appetizer in the restaurant was delicious. You have to try this gem!
(5)Jeremiah S.
*** GLUTEN FREE DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH *** I almost want to keep this a secret, the food is so good you'd think you were eating gluten. I mentioned I was a celiac and they took the extra steps to avoid cross contamination. I had the pork belly hash twice and it was amazing both times! For me toast (with meals like this) is usually very forgettable but not here, the jam is almost pie filling like, yum!!! Its very easy to get to (being just off the interstate) but yet it is very relaxing because it is tucked away in the nicely maintained homes of Wash Park. This is my new regular stop and look forward to to trying more items! If you want to try some place new and impress a friend or your wife, take them here because once you fall in love with the food and then see the location you'll realize this is one place you would almost never stumble upon without the help of Yelp.
(5)Mary C.
Get $10 off with this link: curebit.com/x/DuREXn This review is for grocery delivery from the Corner Store. I've gotten groceries delivered about 5 times now and I'm loving this service. They have a great selection of organic produce. It's a bit more expensive than going to the grocery store, but overall I spend less because I'm not impulse buying. It also helps limit my purchase of processed food since they don't have too much of that. Convenient, great service, good produce!
(5)Pat D.
Best Menu Items: EVERYTHING...Pork Belly Hash, Eggs Benedict, Club Sandwich Ambiance: 4/5 Cleanliness: Great Service: Excellent Healthy Options: Yes (Organic/Local) Cost Value: Great Will I Return: DEFINITELY Comments: This is currently my favorite breakfast/brunch spot in Denver...HANDS DOWN!!! There is limited seating, but this is currently a hidden secret so I haven't had to wait for a table yet and it better stay that way :) The food is local/organic and great quality. The mixed vegetables that came with my Club Sandwich were unlike any mixed vegetable side dish I've ever ordered. Also, the French Press coffee is delicious. The service is a little slow since it's a small operation, but the wait is worth it. While writing this review, I have decided that I will eat breakfast there tomorrow.
(5)Ursula K.
We had dinner there with friends and it was a splendid evening. The food was amazing and we tried the Parisian gnocchi's with wild mushrooms and the vegetable lasagna ( with Kohlrabi my favorite veggie). The desserts were fun and super creative: strawberries filled with Grand Marnier and dipped into a chocolate drink and crème brulee combined with bananas foster ( with some Stranahans to light it up). The staff was super attentive and we had even the chance to chat with the chef. We are also planning our next visit soon and want to support such a gem !!!
(5)Anne S.
Excellent service, ambiance, and above all, food. The bacon serving size was huge and the bacon delicious. I tried my sister's caprese panini, and it too was superb.
(5)Katherine W.
We came here after a night of bar hopping and were not disappointed! The food was very tasty and the service was very friendly. We had the pork belly hash, pork burrito, and the wash park omelet, all of which were very good! The owner brought us some local hot sauce which added a nice touch. You can tell the owner is very proud of his little restaurant and has a reason to be! The only reason we didn't give 5 stars is because we couldnt drink mimosas out on the patio for brunch and the good took a little while to get to us. However the time wasn't really an issue because we had nothing to do and were happy to just hang out! Overall I would come back here again!
(4)Kat B.
To lead with the most important information: my husband got horrible food poisoning after eating here. Additionally, it took us nearly an hour to get food on a Friday morning. Our coffee alone took nearly 20 minutes- so long that the hostess comped our french press and gave us a danish on the house. Although this was good customer service and much appreciated, I can't imagine going here during peak times, and we're typically happy to hang out and be flexible. The food was adequate- not terrible, but not nearly as good as the other reviews would lead one to believe- and that combined with the service and the food poisoning would make me unlikely to recommend this establishment to anyone.
(1)Pam B.
Absolutely delicious! Went with my son, age 10. Ordered Wash Park omelete--delicious, and came with the best side of potatoes I've ever eaten. My boy ordered off the kids menu (we had a 50% off coupon)---french toast sticks. Absolutely scrumptious! Large pieces of french bread, yummy syrup. The homemade peach jam was incredibly yummy. We will be returning for sure! Thank you!
(5)Daphne L.
Just went for their new dinner menu and it was DELICIOUS. Started off with the chevre plate which was a great blend of flavors- not to goat-y with the cheese and balanced by honey and nuts. I had the quail which was perfectly done on a bed of lentils that was not overdone and mushy. My friend had the steak which was exquisitely tender, medium rare, and very well balanced. They have a great beer and wine list that is exceptionally reasonable. They really transform the cafe area into a cozy little place for the dinner service. Highly recommend.
(5)Anson R.
I enjoyed my lunch here so much! Food is amazing and its organic and much of it is locally sourced. I love supporting local establishments like this one! Definitely a favorite a lunch spot!
(5)J P.
Very good breakfast. Dishes were made with love and the service was very attentive. I do not look forward to waiting in lines when this place becomes more popular.
(4)Mike L.
This was my first trip to the cafe and I tried the roast beef sandwich with a side of fruit . it was excellent! I don't know what that mustard is that they use (found out it was Finnish sweet) but couldn't get enough of it . Looking forward to trying the other items on the menu. Update: tried the pecan/banana French toast and again, very good. When they get WiFi, could be a good spot for business meetings, or just hanging out.
(5)E J.
Today was the second time we have been here in a week! The food and service were great. We had the French onion soup, the biscuits and gravy and the pork belly hash. All of it was amazing! The pork belly hash is my new favorite here. The store was super cute and we look forward to trying the grab n go meals some night this week! Wish they would do something about the ventilation of the kitchen though- you will leave smelling like food and the music/talking from the kitchen is much louder than the restaurant. Other than that, this place is outstanding!!
(5)Mike W.
The just opened their actual brick/mortar location on the corner of Kentucky and Race and it is great. If you're shopping for some key essentials and prefer organic, this is a great spot. Also, the cafe serves breakfast and lunch, and the food is dynamite. All the ingredients come from the produce and such that you can purchase right there at the shop. Stop in!
(5)Jenny L.
What a wonderful concept and a great addition to East Washington Park! The food is fantastic, both in the cafe and the "Grab and Go" in the store. For breakfast, look for their burrito (not just the takeaway version, but often a special - terrific!) and the french toast. Lunch sandwiches are generous and made with amazing bread. The service is excellent, too. The store part is something I've waited for for years. The other day I was having a cup of coffee there and watched a boy walk in and leave with organic milk and delicious, healthy bread (obviously sent by the parents!). I've also seen kids come in and buy a peach or an apple. Great snacks within walking distance! It is so great to have fresh, organic, decently priced REAL food available so close to home. And, it is all locally sourced. The Corner Store is great on so many fronts. I cannot recommend this highly enough. Enjoy!
(5)Michael S.
I love the idea of grocery delivery, and will try any reasonable service. Fooducopia's Corner Store offers healthy, organic, and as local as possible grocery delivery. I was particularly fond of the breads and cheeses we ordered. Because it's a higher quality food, it's a bit more expensive than say, the King Soopers Home Shop grocery delivery service. However, the delivery fee to my neighborhood was much less, $2.99. Also, I don't believe there's a minimum. My order was only just over $30, and it appeared magically on my doorstep in a high quality reusable grocery bag. The only downside of the Corner Store, is that the selection isn't huge. However, they've got plenty, and some pretty great specialty items. I am indeed a fan, and will use the service again. I love the idea of getting high quality local foods, without having to plan a shopping trip. With the Corner Store, you can point and click your way into a quality grocery experience.
(4)Bree S.
If you know anything about what good organic food tastes like, you will avoid this place. For the amount of money that you spend for the quality of food you get - this stuff is subpar at best. We ordered the veggie omelet, wild mushroom omelet and the cinnamon apple French toast. The potatoes were flavor-less. The only thing I could taste in the omelet was the cheese. The French toast was bland; even with it covered with some cinnamon goop concoction. I also have to wonder how "local" and "organic" the food truly is. When we asked for a side of ketchup we were brought a bottle of conventional Heinz ketchup. So who knows what other corners they are cutting there. I have no problem paying more for good quality and great tasting food. In fact, I was excited to see that there was a local/organic breakfast place in town because it is severely lacking here. Alas, another disappointment. To give Yelper's a reference - we don't like Snooze or Jelly. So if you like those places, you will probably like this place. If you have a refined palate, this is not the place for you.
(1)Suzy S.
Having a local grocery store with, albeit small, a selection of local, organic items, that is walking distance is AMAZING. On top of it, the cafe has incredible breakfasts, and really great lunches. This has become our weekend morning staple. The service is super friendly too. I can't say enough about the corner store. Way to go Tim and co!
(5)Sarah G.
This is the best little store around! When I saw the coming soon signs, I couldn't wait for them to open. The cafe has amazing food, try the quiche, you will not be disappointed! We also stop by a couple times a week to grab a quick, delicious dinner. So far, we have enjoyed quesadillas, roasted turkey, pork tenderloin and even take-and-bake pizza. You can't go wrong with the fresh breads, milk, eggs, coffee and even homemade jams. And all of the fresh produce - it is so great to have this gem in the neighborhood!
(5)Ross K.
loved the atmosphere, loved that it was local & organic, thought the food was very good, though not great. let's call it 4.5 stars.
(4)Will F.
I work in the neighborhood and am always griping about the lack of affordable, higher quality food in the area. Well, I have found my solution and it did NOT disappoint! Low key and casual, the space is well set up with a well selected organic (and mostly local) grocery store on the main side and a little seating area for breakfast and lunch (they serve till 3pm) on the other side. Since this was my first time I'm not sure if the menu will change often, but it was all written on chalkboards above the kitchen so I am assuming that it will. I had an omelet with mushrooms and goat cheese, and I'm not exaggerating when I say that it was the best omelet I've"ve ever had. It had 5 different types of mushrooms, and a goat cheese that was mild yet flavor full at the same time. The bread came with freshly made jam that they also sell in the store. Service was more than friendly, the owner even came over and introduced himself. If you're anywhere near the Wash Park neighborhood definitely stop by and say hello, try some new foods, and support a local business that really gets the local movement without being pretentious. Will be going back many more times!
(5)Steven W.
Congrats to Tim and the gang for opening this gem on the east side of Wash Park. The pancakes and french press coffee are awesome. Like others have said, everything's locally sourced, so come support Colorado! Fast, friendly service too.
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