Salita

Do you ever get an experience that just blows your expectations out of the water? It's a casual Sunday, and I'm checking out this quaint coffee/cocktail bar, which comes off completely unassuming.... They ask if you want the coffee or cocktail menu, and then the magic begins. The cocktails are beyond unique - they have intriguing ingredients that don't even sound like they go together; but you know what, they do! And the drinks are incredibly balanced. An added bonus is that they are so kind and generous as humans and bartenders! I can't stress the welcoming atmosphere enough, along with their thoughtfulness in making sure you select a cocktail that fits your flavor profile.What's even cooler? This.. so I'm not a fan of gin but they had some extra Pesto Mainfesto (gin, strega, basil, parsley, olive oil, lemon, garlic honey, and toasted pine nut) and offered several of us a try. I wasn't optimistic because I don't like gin plus olive oil, garlic, lemon, and pine nut in a drink???? Guess what? It was crazy delicious. I would totally order a full cocktail of it! Who knew the magic of olive oil in a cocktail!?!So on to my other libations, the house punch option was refreshing and tasty. The Smoke Daddy was phenomenal (bourbon, mezcal, banana, angostura, pineapple, cinnamon, and orgeat). Boozy, balanced, and such depth in flavors. Layers of goodness!I also got an off menu version of their espresso martini with mexican chocolate flavors and spice (yum).I wanted to get a soft drink, and Miranda asked if I was open to a homemade soda - I said heck yeah. She asked what I liked/didn't like and proceeded to create an amazing orange, lemon, honey homemade soda that was refreshing and tasty.Places like this are special because they not only provide stellar services and amazing cocktails they also are in a class of their own of what few establishments world wide can accomplish - which is providing an excellent AND balanced cocktail regardless of the liquor used. That's right, I said it. Truly amazing cocktail bars can wow you with any drink or liquor because they understand ingredients and complementary flavors that are balanced. This is one of those places. When you hear craft cocktail, this place represents what true "craft" means, especially when it's wrapped in a welcoming and unassuming coffee shop vibe. This will definitely be a new stop and go to on my Denver list.

This place is fantastic! Santi is a great bartender and made me feel right at home. I had the Eye of Sauron and it blew my pants off. They have so many great drinks and the atmosphere is so great! I'll definitely be back!

Love these drinks! So fun to have such a legit cocktail bar in our neighborhood. They take such care with each drink and the flavors and presentation is outstanding. Highly recommend if you want somewhere fancy and delicious.

Great selection of booze with amiable if not especially driven server in a pretty room with comfy seating (also seating outside). Prices were reasonable and it was a good place to kill an hour. Don't miss a trip to "the facilities," just to check out the remarkably decorated throne.

Fantastic cocktail bar! The menu is creative and fun, and they've got a seasonal menu that changes every 2-3 months. Staff were friendly and happy to answer questions about some of their more unique concoctions. Happy hour until 6, $10 for classic cocktails - and we're not just talking a G&T. Seasonal offerings are in the $14-$18 range for the most part, and worth it. With so many blah cocktails downtown meeting or exceeding that price, a trip to Salita should be a no-brainer. They've got comfy bar seating and more intimate window seating throughout. Seriously, go! Salita is amazing.

Really really great cocktails! Recommend the cosmo and the espresso martini. Happy hour is a good deal, I go often!

Nice vibe, nice concept (if you want to drink all day you need to start in the morning), and friendly and patient service. Unfortunately, the coffee was way too hot - we had to wait a while before it could be consumed (the disposable cups were even melting at the mercy of the heat). Another note - as a New Yorker, dining in Denver was an eye-opener and the best example of tipping culture gone wild. Salita in particular has an automatic 22% tip (they label it a creating happy people fee but let's call it what it is) which seems a bit excessive for coffee.

What a great find!! The same bartenders from the green russel have come over after the closing of the Larimer location (lease reasons). Drinks are fancy. Bartenders are incredible and the ambience is to die for. This painting makes me want to come back over and over. To make it even better, Luca is next door and the food there is the best in Denver!

One of my favorite places to go to in Cap Hill. I first came here to grab coffee and came back the same week to try a cocktail. They don't disappoint! The happy hour is affordable and get the Sangria when you can. The whole team are great at making drinks on the fly and are helpful if you're indecisive. Can't wait to go back!

My partner and I came here for a gathering with friends, and we both loved the vibe. There are coffee drinks and pastries for something to nibble on, but overall there's just a great ambience for hanging out and sipping on an artisanal cocktail.