Michael R.
Yelp
Tucked into the Collective in Aurora, right on the border of Central Park, Glissade could have settled for being the best coffee shop in a neighborhood short on the sort of unique, high-quality coffee bean-centric coffee shops that are easier to find in central Denver. Instead, it seems like they aimed to be one of the best coffee shops in the Metro area, period - and hit the mark. The space, in a former warehouse, is voluminous with high ceilings, and the white walls add to the sense of openness; however the wood-toned furniture and central hearth (which most customers seemed to gravitate towards) bring warmth to the place. There are a variety of seating options for customers coming for various purposes, including a large U-shaped counter; individual tables for quiet conversation or solitary work; a large, welcoming common table; and a patio. It's the summer, and I had the cold brew, which was excellent and brewed long enough for the complexity of the beans to be fully absorbed by the water. I look forward as the weather warms to explore the capabilities of their espresso offerings. The pastry cabinet was well-stocked for this late morning arrival, with a pleasing variety of sweet and savory options. The Lemon Raspberry poundcake was delicious. Overall, while it was a 20 minute drive from my neighborhood to visit, I'm adding this to my list of destination coffee shops in the Denver metro area - and you should, too!