Nick’s Cafe

Just had lunch here for no reason other than the fact that it’s in walking distance to my office. What a gem! I ordered the Fool’s Gold sandwich, the same one that owner Anthony served to Elvis back in 1972. Not only was it delicious, but the conversation among the employees and diners was fun and interesting. I’m looking forward to visiting regularly.

I drove down from Vail for business and decided to stop in here between appointments– Great place! Friendly staff (which goes a long way with me) Huge and delicious breakfast burrito for $ 6-​and Elvis memorabilia everywhere! If I’m ever on this side of town again, I’ll be stopping back

Appearances can be deceiving, the gyros here are top notch and the interior décor is… interesting to say the least. Will go again

The owner Nick is very friendly, he even gave my 11 month old a toy. The waitress was nice as well. Everyone who came in knew him and even each other it seemed. Quite a few people were there by themselves including me (and my baby) but you feel totally welcome. I got two pancakes, 2 eggs, and home fries. The first time I went the food was pretty good, but I didn’t finish the home fries. Today I went and the food was even better– I finished it all. The portions are large and prices are low. Nick’s story of how he met Elvis is intriguing and he really is a great guy. I can’t wait to try the breakfast sandwich. Don’t forget it’s cash only! Oh Ya, they open at 5am! Wow!

The absolute best gyros in town. No one has a better sense of Greek food and elvis more than Nick.

We visited twice during our short trip to the area and we always felt welcome. It is not unusual for Nick to walk the room and make sure everyone is taken care of. Bring cash but the prices are reasonable. A must see for anyone with an interest in Elvis.

What a gem! Very divey little spot in a pretty unnoticeable location. They clearly love everything Elvis. The walls are covered in memorabilia. Super friendly staff, great prices, and the food was yummy. I had the gyro breakfast sandwich and hubby had «Ott’s Special» (eggs, ham, biscuits and gravy). Never thought to make breakfast out of gyro meat but it was delicious. Both of our breakfasts and coffees totaled under twenty bucks. Not bad at all. Side note: it’s cash only.

It’s small and seems to be family run. There are just 9 tables but it’s a great local spot. The theme is Elvis so it’s a must if you love the king. The owner actually fed Elvis.

The perfect example of «don’t judge a book»… Great food and even better personalities. The owners make you feel at home. And if you like Elvis you are really in luck.
The previous comment on the French Toast was spot on. Just like mom used to make, if you mom was a great cook.

I’ve never before come across such a disconnect between Unilocal ratings and actual experience. Nice owners, unique décor, decent prices, blah blah blah.
Here is what you need to know… Our table setting consisted of red plastic solo cups for water, paper cups for coffee, a plastic spoon, metal fork/​knife, and a glass plate. How does an established and seemingly respected restaurant serve meal like this? Is it that hard too buy some coffee mugs and glass-​wear?
The place is obviously very popular among it’s regulars, I just don’t understand why. The food was ok.

My second time here and I’ll return a lot more. Best gyros ever! Tons of Elvis history and personal stories. Fascinating and delicious!!!

OK, I’m an obvious outlyer — Nick’s Café has a 4.5 star rating overall, is riddled with 4 and 5 star reviews, and I’m giving them 3 stars. I get it, I think. Regulars and people that know them, love the owners, and yes, that’s worth a lot. People love the atmosphere — I get that too. You really have to experience the atmosphere to understand it. By most standards, it’s too small, the furnishings too old, the tables and chairs too close together, and the walls too cluttered with Elvis memorabilia, but somewhere midst all these «toos» is a quirky and indescribable charm. Prices are good — hard to find comparable breakfast or lunch prices elsewhere. I also appreciate their support of/​commitment to law enforcement — we sat at a corner table beneath a number of pictures honoring fallen law enforcement individuals.
Many other Unilocalers have commented on the cash only policy. Not really a problem, but good for diners to know in advance. Disposable cups and cutlery also doesn’t generate much enthusiasm. Our food was fine. There were 4 of us, we chose 4 different breakfasts, and all were fine. «World’s greatest gyros» seems to be a theme in many reviews, and none of our breakfasts included gyros, so there’s one good reason for us to come back. We will also come back for the overall «experience» — I can honestly say I’ve never been to another place quite like Nick’s. But the food itself (while perfectly fine) and the dining experience per se, disposable cups and cutlery included, wouldn’t, on their own, bring me back. I really did enjoy Nick’s, and really will go back, but at the end of the day when I do all the math, I still come up with 3 stars.

Yummy and unique. The décor is all Elvis, the vibe is cozy and chill. The gyro supreme and chef salad really hit the spot. The service was friendly and punctual. CASH ONLY NO CHECKS OR CARDS.
Minus one star for The styrofoam cups and plastic spoons but overall a great lunch spot.

Such a great place. Owners Nick and Kellie are extremely friendly and love to talk about Elvis and their story. The food is beyond amazing!

I don’t get it. Every square inch covered in Elvis memorabilia. Nice, friendly staff, but the food was average. Drinking out of Solo Cups made me feel like I was at a Lions pancake breakfast. $ 2 for a can ok Coke was a bit steep, but the rest of the menu was reasonably priced.

Great little place. Had the lunch special 2 pork chops with a side of carrots and a baked (mashed) potato for $ 8.00. What a great deal. Very tasty!
Friendly waitress. Very clean. Looking forward to returning.

Nick’s Café is simply a terrific diner-​style café, with friendly service and a unique kitschy Elvis-​based interior.
The aforementioned Nick (a friendly and very affable fellow) fills the role of cook and cashier, and has a fairly straight-​forward menu of pro-​typical diner food.
On a recent trip, I had Nick grill up his «Bud’s Burger» which was a pound of meat. It was the size advertised, and very tasty. Nick checked on my satisfaction several times, and kept the restaurants six or so tables happy with food coming, I noticed.
Nick’s Café may be a throwback to another era of dining, but he proves it’s not one to be forgotten. It’s hard to imagine anyone in search of breakfast or straightforward comfort food disappointed in what Nick provides.

I really enjoy Nick’s Café. It’s a great place, with good food and awesome décor. Plus Nick himself cooks it all and he makes sure to say hi to everyone that walks in.
I don’t eat meat and they have veggie options which is great. I suggest the Breakfast Burrito, they’re huge and delicious. But there is so much more on the menu so try it all!
I wish they served breakfast all day but they do stop around lunch time so be sure to get there for breakfast if you can!

Went here two days in a row. How’s that for a review?!
Me and my girlfriend are from CA and decided to see her favorite band play at Red Rocks. We always Unilocal local places to avoid any chain-​type restaurants. Not that chain restaurants are necessarily bad. It’s just that we like going where locals go.
So as we’re planning our trip. I Unilocaled breakfast joints and Nick’s comes up. Good ratings. So, ok we have Nick’s at the top of the list.
We arrived the day before the concert and hit Nick’s after we get settled in town… AND WE WERE NOT DISAPPOINTED!!!
Nick’s was AMAZING! Quaint, quirky. The ambience was excellent. What we loved was all the cool Elvis memorabilia strewn upon every wall (including the bathroom). They even have Elvis hot sauce (try the green one).
Nick was there cooking away. The wait staff was beyond cool. One waitress. I believe was his wife, told us a story about Nick and Elvis. When Elvis came to Denver. If you go, have her tell you the story. It involves the Fool’s Gold sandwich.
My breakfast was simple bacon, eggs and pancakes. But what was simple was a whole lot more! The food looked like something mom used to make. The bacon was perfectly crisp, my eggs just like I like them. But the pancakes… were epic. Irregular shaped (like mom’s). Not uniformly round like from a Denny’s. The taste. Perfect.
So, the day of the concert. We go for a brunch. I asked our waitress (the same one). What she recommends. She suggested the Rocky Burger. Awesome. A Denver specialty. I couldn’t have been happier! This burger was delicious! Can’t tell you what’s in it. Just get it.
My girl had the gyro. Nick has a traditional spit in the kitchen roasting the meat. You can see it cooking away. It was the best ever! The meat was juicy, succulent, spicy. The feta came in slabs. Not crumbles. Again, epic! I love me some feta!
The prices for the meal was pretty cheap. 6 – 10 dollar range. It’s cash only. Some reviews were pretty against that policy but cash only is pretty smart. Nick doesn’t have to pay the credit card companies their stupid fee for using their machines. So the savings comes in the form of cheap prices. Not cheap food.
Go! Just be a local and go. Tell Nick that the couple from California said Hi! And we’ll be back!

Really delicious breakfast. I recommend the Camper’s omelette. The pretty waitress was friendly and prompt.
This really is a hole in the wall … Homey charm and believe it or not, another café with Greek/​Elvis décor.
My only gripe is their cash only policy. Your tax dodging scheme shouldn’t inconvenience me, your customer.
That said, the good is good enough for me to return (soon)