Olive & Finch

We got sunrise and yoshi sandwich. Sunrise was eggs over easy with bacon, maple aoli on toasted baguette. Yummy. Flavorful bloody marry. Fresh squeeze Oj with grapefruit was full of yummy pulp. Sandwich was warm and has spicy mayo with grilled vegetables. Homemade jam and biscuits (aliitle dry)

I wanted to like this place entirely, but it had a few shortcomings. I had the Milano Hash, which sounded amazing, but the egg whites on the sunny side up eggs were only about half set (raw egg whites are not what the chef should be going for), and the dish was so oily that I could only eat about half of it. Seriously, the food was swimming in oil, oozing oil, the potatoes were practically translucent. I’m no health nut, but this was ridiculous. It takes a lot for me to leave potatoes behind, but I barely ate any because of the sheer volume of oil drowning them. It was insane.
All that being said, the croissant was truly fantastic and the atmosphere was cute. Kind of a farm-​to-​table, rustic chic vibe. It was a nice place to get brunch, I just wish my oil and raw egg white had come with a side of edible food.
I’m giving three stars in the hope it was simply an off day.

I came here on my way to the airport from my ski trip. This place is very popular. The time I was there there was a constant stream of customers. They make excellent sandwiches. A key to a good sandwich is good bread and good amount of filling inside the bread.
I ordered the Yoshi (House roasted chicken, black forest ham, ancho chili aioli with swiss cheese, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms and spinach on ciabatta served hot).
I love hot sandwiches, this had the great bread and fillings.
I would definitely come back if I’m in the denver area.

About Olive & Finch (from their website):
«Inspired by the markets and cafés that dot the European countryside, Olive & Finch draws on the tradition of local, handcrafted, fresh food prepared daily. At Olive & Finch you’ll find a marketplace and café serving chef-​prepared cuisine that’s fast and convenient. Fresh baked pastries, a full coffee bar, fresh-​pressed juices, artisan sandwiches, hearty soups, tasty salads and a variety of prepared foods in our marketplace are available to-​go for those folks that keep a busy life. We are committed to making our food from scratch using the freshest ingredients available.»
I stopped in to Olive & Finch on my walk back to downtown as I saw that it got good reviews. During the day, they offer up breakfast options, sandwiches, soups, and salads. I opted for a special since they only appear on rare occasion. I suppose it didn’t matter too much since I don’t live in Denver. I got the hawaiian ahi tuna sandwich. How very interesting. The tuna was very meaty– a good thing. I took the pineapple off since I didn’t think it worked well with the sandwich and it kept sliding around anyway– see ya! Overall, a pretty solid sandwich, but I’d go with something more traditional next time.

The staff is incredibly friendly from the moment you walk in. The display of desserts can make the most stringent dieter cheat!
They have a pretty good menu of breakfast and sandwiches. I had the daily special — a basil chicken club sandwich. It was very good and I would get it again. My friend had one of the breakfast sandwiches which was also well prepared. Sandwiches are good sized but not overwhelming. The restaurant is clean although the space is a bit small if you are there during a rush. Seeing other diners food definitely piqued my interest in going back to try other options.
The only two items that preclude me not leaving a 5 star rating: the sides with the sandwiches are a bit underwhelming — a few berries or a handful of Lay’s chips (salad is an option but neither of us tried it). Second is the price — felt on the high side for pretty much everything. $ 10 — 13 for a sandwich and chips; $ 6 — 8 for a cupcake; $ 3 for a cookie.

GOOD BAKERY SMALL SPACE
2.5 stars rounding to 3
Very small in here with super limited seating. Order at the counter and find a seat style. The bakery items (lemon bar) was very good. Enjoyed the blueberry lemonade mimosa and Bloody Mary at brunch. Had the Milano hash and DF hash. My husband liked the DF hash, while I found the Milano hash to be very runny. The potatoes were barely cooked (actual potato chunks not really hash browns) and the moisture must have come from the tomatoes in the dish.
One quick thought. They let you continue ordering here though there is no where for you to sit. So I asked «are you just going to bring us our food if we’re still standing searching for a place to sit?» I didn’t get a «no» it was more along the lines of «the tables turn fast so you’ll likely find something».
Tip: they should hold the line up and prevent people from ordering unless there are places to sit. That would put pressure on the campers to get up, give the new patrons a clean place to sit (we bussed our own spot because we had to snag it like vultures to sit down otherwise we’d have been SOL), and give the kitchen time to make sure the potatoes are cooked on all the dishes.
I doubt we will return unless it’s during off hours on a random weekday.

The food is amazing. AMAZING! My friend and I both had the Milano skillet which was fantastic. The decorations are so cute and so is the neighborhood where this is located! Absolute love. I very much recommend this place.

This is such a cute place. From the moment you walk in you are greeted and told they serve breakfast all day. The décor of the place is so charming, and it’s always nice to be able to see the kitchen space. Loved their washroom as well!
I had the Sonoma, which was delicious, hearty and filling. It comes with your choice of fruit cup or buttermilk biscuit, I had the fruit cup and my husband had the biscuit. Wish I ordered the biscuit because it was DELICIOUS. Spread a bit of their strawberry jam on it (which was available at the table) and it was definitely the art of the show.
The array of baked goods they offer is mouthwatering so we had to try something. Grabbed a blueberry scone and it was really good, but nothing compares to that biscuit.

Came for brunch. It was… ok.
I was bummed they were out of their «daily pastry,» so I had a blueberry muffin instead. It was… ok.
I got the City French (ham, brie, scrambled eggs, red pepper aioli, on a croissant). There was too much aioli, and it didn’t have much flavor. There was way too much egg on the sandwich. Between that and the ham, the croissant became soggy and doughy. I picked it apart and ate the parts that were… ok.
My friend ordered one of the breakfast skillets. She asked for her eggs over-​medium. They were soft and right side up. The rest of it was… ok.
I’d probably try it again, just different items, and maybe earlier in the day.

I had recently stopped in at Olive and Finch with a friend to grab a sandwich and I decided on the Yoshi. It was extremely rich and delicious. The sandwich comes with house roasted chicken, Black Forest ham, ancho chile aioli, Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms and spinach on ciabatta. I immediately noticed the quality of the bread and the richness of the ancho chile aioli. These guys know how to construct a sandwich!
I decided a few days ago to go back and try the Greggers which I had heard people rave about. The sandwich consists of their 6-​hour house braised beef tongue, roasted garlic purée, tarragon aioli, caramelized onions, roasted peppers and arugula on a crispy baguette. I can honestly say this is one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. The beef tongue was braised to perfection and the roasted garlic and caramelized onions complemented it with every bite.
Needless to say I will be visiting Olive and Finch again soon. It has a nice, welcoming atmosphere and the quality and preparation of the food is seriously on point. If you’re in the mood for a great sandwich, I definitely recommend it.
P. S. Their breakfast skillets looked and smelled amazing as well.

How does anyone say no to brunch? :)
My friend and I came here at around 11am on a Saturday morning and the wait wasn’t too long. Maybe 15 minutes to order? So you order at the counter, and find seats. and then they bring out the food to your table. While you wait to order people are leaving, so we didn’t have trouble finding places to sit.
All their dishes come in its own skillet, and it’s just so cute :)
I had the DF as hash, which has pulled pork and green chilies. yummmm. It was very savory and delicious. You can get it as a breakfast burrito as well.
I want to come back so I can try everything else on the menu!

Tasty and quick spot! We went here last week because another place was closed. I had the basic breakfast with eggs, toast and bacon and potatoes. The potatoes were perfect and delicious! I would also try there fresh squeezed juice! Very refreshing!

What a cute place! We came here for brunch before leaving Denver and what a great decision! They serve breakfast and lunch all day — but we opted for breakfast. I had their most popular dish — the milano with overhard eggs. The milano has potatoes, pesto, mushrooms, proscuitto, tomatoes and two eggs. This is delicious and I love the blend of ingredients, but my one complaint — too greasy! I could feel the oil going into my veins! I had it with the fruit, which was basic. It also came with three pieces of bread. My fiancé ordered the spot on breakfast sandwich which he liked, but also said it was too greasy. We also had a double chocolate cookie which we both liked!
They have a great breakfast/​lunch selection. The sandwiches look tasty and they have a variety to choose from. I also had the housemade soda which was good, but it can get too sweet you can tell them how many pumps to put in your drink.
Service was OK — you order up front and they bring the food to your table. There’s also a little shelf of good to buy — local mustards, spice rubs and the like — you can also create gift baskets.
Prices aren’t too bad. Cute little place, I would come back if I’m around Denver again or give it to someone as a suggestion.

We were looking for a new place for breakfast, and decided to try Olive & Finch, based on Unilocal!reviews. Here we go.
The interior is up-​to-​date, with clean lines, blacks, browns, white, and steel. It’s fairly comfortable, with only room for about 35 people to sit down. As we ate our breakfast, the place became crowded, as more people walked in.
They have a nice menu, with enough variety for about everyone. I believe, most of their food is cooked on the premises, which is nice. I had several questions about the bakery items, but their pastry chef was not on the premises, so my specific questions could not be answered, which was a bit disappointing, oh well.
We had the typical breakfast of bacon, eggs, and toast. I had the gluten free bread. My husband had regular bread, not the gluten free. We both had coffee. My husband’s meal only had two very small slices of bread (toast), very small. I had 5 slices of gluten free bread (toast). The bacon was good, wish I had asked what brand they use.
We didn’t get any refills on coffee, which we are use to when we go to other restaurants. You are not «waited upon,» as other restaurants do. Yes, they bring your plate of food out to you, when you sit down, but that’s that. Maybe you can get refills, but we didn’t ask, and it didn’t seem to be readily available to customers. To be honest, with the amount of people coming in, and the small amount of seating, I felt like we needed to just eat, and get out.
It was nice, but I’m not sure if we will be back.

Can I just talk about how simple yet flavorful this joint is?
Ordered The Sunrise ~$ 10 — 2 sunny side up eggs, over maple bacon, grilled tomatoes, cheese & toasted baguette. The subtle sweetness of the maple & tomatoes balanced out the saltiness of the eggs & cheese. The yummy goo from the egg soaks into the bread perfectly so that it’s not soggy but still maintains that crunchy bite!
They are pretty generous w the bread, which explains why they have strawberry jam at the table. Bön appetite!
Service was great and quick. They also have an assortment of baked goods & treats to satisfy your carb & sugar cravings. Oh and did I mention they serve cocktails? Careful!

Olive & Finch is by far one of my favorite breakfast/​brunch spots in Denver. It’s easy, casual, fairly priced and most importantly, delicious! You order up front at the counter, they give you a letter and a server takes the food to your table.
The breakfast/​brunch menu features an array of skillets (which you can also make into a burrito), sandwiches and soups and salads. My personal favorite is the Sonoma skillet. While the skillets and sandwiches are a must, you’re a FOOL if you don’t get a pastry. I’ve gotten the lemon bar, blueberry bar, birthday cake and macaroons and I was not disappointed — though I will say the birthday cake was a bit heavy for 10 a.m.
Olive & Finch has a full coffee bar, which includes regular drip, Mochas, Macchiatos, Cappuccinos and even Vietnamese coffee, which I definitely recommend if you’re into sweet coffee. If you take your coffee black, I’d avoid it. The only negative thing I have to say about Olive & Finch is that their juices are pretty over-​priced for the amount you get. I got a beet juice and kind of wish I just skipped it.
Check it out if you’re looking for something casual and delicious! You’ll probably see me there.

So much yes for Olive & Finch!
I’m a big fan of anything in a skillet, so when we decided to grab breakfast at Olive & Finch, I had a good feeling I wouldn’t be disappointed. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and feels as if you’re visiting a small cabin. You walk in and are immediately greeted by a display of pastries and sweets, the smell of coffee, and a menu that’s almost impossible to order from because you’ll want one of everything.
I went for the Milano after seeing the word «prosciutto» with a side of fruit. Probably should’ve gone with the biscuit for something a little heartier, but oh well. We also couldn’t resist the mini birthday cake, and I am proud to say that we ate the whole thing before our breakfast arrived…
The skillet looked a bit too small for me at first sight, but it was the perfect amount of food (along with the birthday cake) to fill us up on a Sunday morning. The only issue I had was my choice of ordering fruit — It’s a couple pieces of melon which is always just «meh», especially when you choose it over a flaky biscuit.
Definitely pop in if you’re in the area — Get a skillet, a pastry, and a biscuit.

I stopped here for a quick sandwich on my way out of Denver. The reviews were good and it was close to my hotel, so it was ver convenient. I ordered the Yoshi and it was one of the best sandwiches I ever had in my life! And I’ve had a lot of sandwiches. I told the wife and she said «even compared to NYC?» Absolutely. The flavors came together wonderfully and the bread was fresh. Just a great, great sandwich.
The ambience is quite nice, modern casual. The service was fast and friendly. I wish I lived in Denver so I could come here more often. This place is a keeper for sure.

Quick Disclaimer — I have never purchased anything but desserts at Olive & Finch. Everything I have had there has been absolutely delicious — whether it be gluten free or regular.
I usually have gone later in the evening right before closing time and the gals at the counter have always been super helpful and accommodating. It seems that they have a personal knowledge of the desserts and truly appreciate their opinion!
A couple of my favorites have been the birthday cake, the gluten free chocolate cake and the gluten free carrot cake. In addition, I have really enjoyed their alfajores — one of my favorite types of cookies. I haven’t had anything that isn’t good here.
I definitely want to come back some time and actually eat a real meal. It just never seems to have been the right time.

Awesome little place here, food was amazing! Highly recommend coming here.
I got the city French which is basically a ham sandwich on a croissant, superb. The sauce they used was great. My wife got the spott on, she couldn’t finish it so I had the pleasure of eating half of that and it too was great even though I’m not a fan of runny eggs, I still liked it a lot.
I heard it gets busy here but when we went on the morning of Labor Day, it was not terrible. Very artistic decorations throughout and the staff were very very friendly. They also had a lot of pastries but we didn’t save room for those. Next time!