The place is run by homeless workers in turn for a fresh meal. The problem with the concept is they are homeless because they already do not work and would rather beg and steal.The restaurant is open 15 hours. For the entire week. Let me say that again. The entire week, their “open hours” are 15 hours, total. Or that’s at least what the hours say. In reality they may be open 1 day a week for an hour at a time.This place if a great referral for the mindsets of the bums on the streets.As this is prime real estate, that is only getting busier, the city needs to remove this poor excuse of a restaurant and allow someone who will actually run a successful business here.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Phil G2e
Great place for a mealVegetarian options: Vegetarian options on soup, salad and pizza and sandwiches
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tomato Basil Pizza and a Mediterranean Salad, Apple Walnut Salad
Nathan Herlean
Recently after relocating to Colorado, I sought meaningful ways to engage with my new community and happened upon Cafe 180. Intrigued by their mission and operational model, I decided to dedicate a few hours volunteering, which unveiled a truly inspiring environment to me. This establishment not only serves great meals that surpass regular dining options but also caters to individuals who may not always have the means to pay.In my brief time there, it was apparent that a significant number of guests were enjoying meals despite their inability to pay, reflecting an amazing and sustainable model crafted thoughtfully by those behind Cafe 180. The real… is not only the delivery of such services but managing to incorporate volunteers, like myself, seamlessly into their operations.Specific love/cheers to Suzanne - both of them! - Thomas, and D, for not only welcoming an untrained volunteer into their kitchen with open arms and radiant smiles but also allowing me to be a part of their incredible mission. I am enthused to continue lending a hand here, aspiring to learn their processes to become progressively helpful in the kitchen, though I find solace knowing that if all else fails, my dishwashing skills will always be of use. Cafe 180 is not only a beacon of community service but a place where my time and efforts are utilized to support an uplifting and noble cause, and I am eager to contribute in any capacity.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cody Schlueter
Great place to grab lunch or volunteer or do both!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tiffany Harper
First time visiting Cafe 180 and I am impressed. The food is excellent. The staff is kind, friendly & helpful. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming & relaxed. Highly recommend if you want to help the community & if you are part of the unsheltered community, a great place to get a meal without fear of being harassed or judged.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda Lake (AL)
This is the best place ever! They are down to earth and non judgemental. Everyone is accepted with open
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Pizza
Laura C.
I had no idea what I was walking into. The food was delicious but the mission and inclusiveness of this little cafe, made it the best experience I have had in Denver! Everyone working together to provide amazing food to all walks of life! It's a beautiful environment to enjoy a meal in.
brian newton
None profit. Loved how nice the people that donate their time and how they ask only for a donation for their food.If you have no money for the food. They ask only for you to donate your time.Vegetarian options: Salad is amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tomato Basil Pizza and a Mediterranean Salad
Donald M.
The food was so good I got a chipotle chicken sandwich and a soup and now I'm so full great restaurant and food
Kaila Schleu
Simply put, we need more places like Café 180 in the world. This concept is absolutely beautiful and I feel absolutely honored to have such a caring cause so close to home. I got the Mediterranean pita and it was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be back and encourage everyone to give this spot a shot and help our local community!!
There was too many homeless people. They were helping themselves to water and tea with their dirty
Atmosphere: 1
Genevieve Graham
Delicious, friendly and welcoming, pay what you can.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
P B
Cafe 180 is a remarkable place doing remarkable work in our community. Their business model is built around the belief that everyone deserves a warm, nutritious meal regardless of their ability to pay. You can pay what you feel is fair, pay it forward to the person behind you or pay for your meal by volunteering.I’ve known of this joint but seldom on this side of town during their business hours. What a perfect day for a grilled cheese and a cup of soup— sun hasn’t come out all day and it’s been raining on and off since last night.Food was tasty, service was friendly. People from all walks of life in here for lunch today. Can’t wait to come back!
Recommended dishes: Tomato Basil Pizza and a Mediterranean Salad
Margaux Theriault
Here for the 2nd time & thought I’d leave a review. The first time I came here I got this warm Turkey sandwich with herbed Mayo and roasted tomatoes. It was so good that I recreated it at home several times since.I told my 10-year-old daughter about the fact that people can pay what they can, how people can eat for free and how the food was surprisingly good.She’s been asking to come for weeks and we’re here now. Drove 20mins out of the way to get here. She’s most impressed with the oatmeal chocolate chip cookie (it’s really good ?). I’m most impressed with how clean it is in here. The open kitchen is really nice. I appreciate the transparency. The apple, walnut, balsamic salad was so good! Each time I paid what I could, making it very affordable, but I wanted to be reasonable. My kid donated her $2 :) Just a wonderful concept over all.
J Ortman
Beautiful concept. Solid food. So grateful this place exists!
The place is run by homeless workers in turn for a fresh meal. The problem with the concept is they are homeless because they already do not work and would rather beg and steal.The restaurant is open 15 hours. For the entire week. Let me say that again. The entire week, their “open hours” are 15 hours, total. Or that’s at least what the hours say. In reality they may be open 1 day a week for an hour at a time.This place if a great referral for the mindsets of the bums on the streets.As this is prime real estate, that is only getting busier, the city needs to remove this poor excuse of a restaurant and allow someone who will actually run a successful business here.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Great place for a mealVegetarian options: Vegetarian options on soup, salad and pizza and sandwiches
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tomato Basil Pizza and a Mediterranean Salad, Apple Walnut Salad
Recently after relocating to Colorado, I sought meaningful ways to engage with my new community and happened upon Cafe 180. Intrigued by their mission and operational model, I decided to dedicate a few hours volunteering, which unveiled a truly inspiring environment to me. This establishment not only serves great meals that surpass regular dining options but also caters to individuals who may not always have the means to pay.In my brief time there, it was apparent that a significant number of guests were enjoying meals despite their inability to pay, reflecting an amazing and sustainable model crafted thoughtfully by those behind Cafe 180. The real… is not only the delivery of such services but managing to incorporate volunteers, like myself, seamlessly into their operations.Specific love/cheers to Suzanne - both of them! - Thomas, and D, for not only welcoming an untrained volunteer into their kitchen with open arms and radiant smiles but also allowing me to be a part of their incredible mission. I am enthused to continue lending a hand here, aspiring to learn their processes to become progressively helpful in the kitchen, though I find solace knowing that if all else fails, my dishwashing skills will always be of use. Cafe 180 is not only a beacon of community service but a place where my time and efforts are utilized to support an uplifting and noble cause, and I am eager to contribute in any capacity.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place to grab lunch or volunteer or do both!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time visiting Cafe 180 and I am impressed. The food is excellent. The staff is kind, friendly & helpful. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming & relaxed. Highly recommend if you want to help the community & if you are part of the unsheltered community, a great place to get a meal without fear of being harassed or judged.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the best place ever! They are down to earth and non judgemental. Everyone is accepted with open
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Pizza
I had no idea what I was walking into. The food was delicious but the mission and inclusiveness of this little cafe, made it the best experience I have had in Denver! Everyone working together to provide amazing food to all walks of life! It's a beautiful environment to enjoy a meal in.
None profit. Loved how nice the people that donate their time and how they ask only for a donation for their food.If you have no money for the food. They ask only for you to donate your time.Vegetarian options: Salad is amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tomato Basil Pizza and a Mediterranean Salad
The food was so good I got a chipotle chicken sandwich and a soup and now I'm so full great restaurant and food
Simply put, we need more places like Café 180 in the world. This concept is absolutely beautiful and I feel absolutely honored to have such a caring cause so close to home. I got the Mediterranean pita and it was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be back and encourage everyone to give this spot a shot and help our local community!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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There was too many homeless people. They were helping themselves to water and tea with their dirty
Atmosphere: 1
Delicious, friendly and welcoming, pay what you can.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cafe 180 is a remarkable place doing remarkable work in our community. Their business model is built around the belief that everyone deserves a warm, nutritious meal regardless of their ability to pay. You can pay what you feel is fair, pay it forward to the person behind you or pay for your meal by volunteering.I’ve known of this joint but seldom on this side of town during their business hours. What a perfect day for a grilled cheese and a cup of soup— sun hasn’t come out all day and it’s been raining on and off since last night.Food was tasty, service was friendly. People from all walks of life in here for lunch today. Can’t wait to come back!
Recommended dishes: Tomato Basil Pizza and a Mediterranean Salad
Here for the 2nd time & thought I’d leave a review. The first time I came here I got this warm Turkey sandwich with herbed Mayo and roasted tomatoes. It was so good that I recreated it at home several times since.I told my 10-year-old daughter about the fact that people can pay what they can, how people can eat for free and how the food was surprisingly good.She’s been asking to come for weeks and we’re here now. Drove 20mins out of the way to get here. She’s most impressed with the oatmeal chocolate chip cookie (it’s really good ?). I’m most impressed with how clean it is in here. The open kitchen is really nice. I appreciate the transparency. The apple, walnut, balsamic salad was so good! Each time I paid what I could, making it very affordable, but I wanted to be reasonable. My kid donated her $2 :) Just a wonderful concept over all.
Beautiful concept. Solid food. So grateful this place exists!