Spices Cafe

I was lead astray by other yelpers claiming this was the best place to find a Reuben in Denver. Don't get me wrong, it was a darn good Reuben... but nothing special enough to be called the best in Denver. And certainly nothing close to the best I've ever had, but then I've been on the East Coast and that seems to make a difference.

Spice was, however, a good lunch spot. As soon as you walk in, the first thing you notice is how clean it is. It was pristine inside when I got there. We were met quickly by a nice gentleman who helped us find seats and took our order. Service was good, he checked on us several times and helped box up my leftovers. The classical music coming from the PA was a nice change from what you normally hear in the restaurant scene (aka what the servers want to listen to). And again... spotlessly clean. Gordon Ramsey would be very proud.

And the food was good. It was a solid sandwich, a little light on the kraut and cheese for my tastes, but still a good solid Reuben. The best? No. It's very comparable to Jason's Deli. The fries are run of the mill (needs salt) and everything was fresh, the costs cheap and the service great. The coleslaw I wouldn't recommend as it tasted off, but perhaps that's just my taste.

My biggest complaint was it was bloody cold. I made my friend leave before either of us had finished our cokes because I wanted the heat of a car again. I don't blame Spices for that, they likely can't control their heat. But I wouldn't stay in the future when it was nippy out.

All around, a good solid lunch that cheap and fast. A dependable place, clean with good service. But I do pray that it was not the best Reuben in Denver, otherwise I'll have to open my own place just to show Denver what it's missing.

One of my favorite little gems. Spices is perfect for a casual breakfast or lunch- the food, while nothing fancy, is very tasty and 'hits the spot'. Part of the charm is in the owner- he is very nice without being overbearing, and you can tell he's a good guy. The prices are very low and reasonable. Sometimes the service is a little slow, and that's because there is usually only one (sometimes two) servers. Other reviews have thrown shade at the space between tables. As a person who has a moderate amount of social anxiety (constantly thinking people are staring at me or listening to me), I experienced no anxiety about the close proximity of the other patrons. That being said, this isn't ideal for a first date, as it is quite cozy. The decor is simple and there is plenty of reading material for a casual lunch. Try this unpretentious little place if you are in the mood for something simple and reliable.

What an awesome little find! We stumbled on this place on a Friday morning around 11 and there were only a few other diners there. The dining room is charming and small but nicely decorated with lots of windows letting in beautiful natural light. The owner served us and he was friendly and helpful. The food was beautifully presented and tasty for sure! I got a vegetarian omelet which was full of onions and green pepper with a side of pancakes and hashbrowns. I would guess the owner is a Libra because everything was just meticulously beautiful in its presentation. Yum! Next time I'm in the area, visiting Spices Cafe again will be on my mind for sure.