Golden, Colorado's downtown coffee shop at 14th & Washington. Locally roasted Allegro coffee, fresh-baked pastries, and a wrap-around deck with Table Mountain views — your neighborhood gathering spot for over a decade.
Open daily from 6amFree WiFi & board gamesMountain-view deck
Open now803 14th St., Suite B, Golden, CO(303) 271-0998Locally roasted Allegro coffee
Our Story
A little corner of Golden that feels like home.
For over a decade, Higher Grounds has been the heartbeat of downtown Golden — the place where students cram, neighbors catch up, and visitors discover what the foothills feel like over a perfect cup.
We pour locally roasted, organic and fair-trade Allegro coffee, bake our pastries fresh each morning, and keep the deck open for sweeping views of Table Mountain and the downtown buzz. Free WiFi, a shelf of board games, and a rotating gallery of local artists make it easy to stay a while.
Whether you're grabbing a quick latte before a trail or settling in for an afternoon with friends, you'll find a comfortable, laid-back welcome every single time.
14th& Washington
Locally Roasted
Organic, fair-trade Allegro beans roasted right here in Colorado for a fresh, full-bodied cup.
Baked Fresh Daily
Pastries, bagels, and baked goods made fresh every morning — perfect with your favorite brew.
Mountain-View Deck
A wrap-around deck overlooking downtown Golden and Table Mountain — the best seat in town.
Community & Art
A monthly rotating gallery of local artists, free WiFi, and board games — stay as long as you like.
The Menu
Brewed, baked & made to order
From a classic brewed cup to breakfast burritos and house-made smoothies — here's what's on. Smaller / larger sizing shown as a range.
Brewed Coffee
Fresh-brewed Allegro drip
Café au Lait
Drip with steamed milk
Café Latte
Espresso & silky steamed milk
Flavored Latte
Your choice of house syrups
Cappuccino
Espresso topped with foam
Breve
Espresso with steamed half & half
Americano
Espresso & hot water
Espresso
Single or double shot
Macchiato
Espresso marked with foam
Cold Brew
Slow-steeped, smooth & bold
Frappuccino
Blended iced coffee treat
Chai Latte
Spiced chai & steamed milk
Matcha Tea Latte
Stone-ground green tea
Yerba Maté Latte
Smooth, energizing maté
Hot or Iced Tea
Rotating loose-leaf selection
Hot Chocolate
Rich & creamy cocoa
Hot Apple Cider
Warm spiced apple
Steamer
Steamed milk & flavor
Italian Soda
Sparkling & flavored
Homemade Smoothies
Blended fresh to order
Breakfast Bagel
Eggs, bacon & cheese
Breakfast Burrito
Egg, potato & cheese
Gluten-Free Egg Sandwich GF
Egg & cheese on GF bread
Daily Bagel
Freshly baked, toasted
Bagel with Cream Cheese
Classic & simple
Make it yours — add-ons
BaconCream CheeseSalsa
Bean & Cheese Burrito
Warm, hearty & vegetarian
Beef, Potato & Cheese Burrito
Savory and filling
Tuna Salad Sandwich
House-made on fresh bread
Chicken Salad Sandwich
House-made on fresh bread
Sizes vary by drink, and our seasonal specials rotate — just ask your barista!
The Cafe
Where Golden comes to slow down
Sunlight on the deck, the smell of fresh espresso, art on the walls, and the easy hum of good conversation.
Hand-crafted, every cupPull up a chair & stay a whileBaked this morningLocally roasted beansTable Mountain from the deck
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A comfortable, laid-back place for an afternoon coffee with friends — exactly what a neighborhood cafe should be.
— A regular at Higher Grounds
On the Walls
A rotating gallery of local art
Higher Grounds doubles as a little downtown gallery. Each month we highlight a new local artist on our walls — so there's always something fresh to discover while you sip. Come browse Golden's creative talent over a latte; no ticket required.
