The Perk Downtown

4.5 ( 1044 reviews )
$1–10
14 S Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, United States
+1 719-635-1600

The Perk Downtown, nestled at 14 S Tejon St in Colorado Springs, is more than just a coffee shop; it's a vibrant community hub that exudes charm and warmth. Patrons rave about the delightful atmosphere, where natural light floods the second floor, making it an ideal spot for both socializing and working. Reviewers like Rachael Juarez and Mikayla Bartell have praised the exceptional iced coffee and hearty avocado toast, which has become a favorite for many. The attention to detail is evident in the food presentation and the quality of local baked goods, with Michelle Pylar highlighting the irresistibly fresh candy cane scone.

The Perk's inviting environment continues to draw in customers long after hours, as noted by Daniel's enthusiasm for its extended opening times compared to other local spots. Okie Nomads appreciates the balance of good vibes and delicious food, recommending their Turkey Club and expertly crafted lattes. With live music adding to the ambiance on occasion, this coffee shop feels like a home away from home. The couple behind the counter and their attentive staff ensure that every visit is special, making The Perk Downtown a must-visit destination for both locals and travelers alike.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • From the business
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has live music
    • Has live performances
    • Has rooftop seating
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Sells prepared foods
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Paid street parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For The Perk Downtown

Rachael Juarez
Jun 18,2025
Cute coffee shop. Atmosphere was perfect. The staff was amazing. Got an iced coffee, and the avocado toast, which was so good! My daughters got a hot coffee and hot tea, which they really enjoyed. Will definitely return on our next trip to Colorado Springs.
Daniel
May 29,2025
This place rocks. And it's OPEN, unlike Loyal Coffee, which closes suuuuuuper early. So if you like Loyal, come here instead...more space, cool upstairs space and view. This is my new downtown Colorado Springs coffee shop.
Mikayla Bartell
May 21,2025
Had a London Fog with a breakfast sandwich. Partner got Avocado toast. Everything tasted great. The breakfast sandwich was perfect and filled me up. We enjoyed people watching out the windows on the second floor. Heard they might have staffing issues, but they were quick on a late Sunday morning. Note, picture shows 3 slices, but you get 4 slices for the Avocado toast
Michelle pylar
May 16,2025
My favorite coffee shop of all time! I love to come work on the 2nd floor because it has so much natural light from the huge windows and they have great breakfast burritos and sandwhich wraps. Sometimes I sit on the outdoor patio to enjoy the fresh air. I love the lattes, both hot and cold! There are wonderful baked goods all fresh and locally sourced and it's hard to choose, but I just recently had a candy cane scone and it's currently my favorite. Sometimes there is live music and this past Sunday, I thoroughly enjoyed the voice and guitar playing of Jasper Rose. There is an area of amazing plants for sale and I get them as gift regularly, as well as a lot of local artist's paintings, etc. for sale. The couple who own the shop are lovely, and the staff is always friendly and on the ball. I love getting my coffee in a real mug with real dishes and silverware instead of paper and plastic...and once you order, you can take a seat as they will bring it out to you! I've yet to get an adult beverage, since I'm usually working, but they sound incredible and on my radar to try soon!!
Okie Nomads
May 3,2025
In a sea of Dutch bros and Starbucks, it’s refreshing to sit in a coffee shop with good vibes, tasty food, and quality service. The Turkey Club was perfectly prepared, the latte was very good and everyone was super nice. The upstairs area is a unique place to sit on the outside area or sit inside and watch downtown go by.
Emilia Rivera
Apr 29,2025
My boyfriend and I originally wanted to go to Urban Egg, but the line was way too long as per usual, so we figured we’d find something else. From the outside, we thought okay we’ll just get coffee and head to find something else to eat. But once inside, we discovered this comforting atmosphere that also had breakfast items. So we stayed. Thank God we did. We decided to get hot chocolate, a mimosa for myself, avocado toast and a breakfast sandwich. Omg when I tell you I was in heaven...it was so delicious and definitely filled that hunger. We will definitely be going back to try more that they have to offer.
Nick Halverson VSB
Apr 22,2025
An awesome local coffee shop with two floors of seating, fast internet, great coffee (cappuccino) and cinnamon rolls/pastries. Very nice staff. The restaurant is very clean and well-maintained. The upstairs is large and quieter than downstairs and has plenty of natural light from all of the windows. I’ll be back the next time I need a coffee.
Meaghan Bishoff
Mar 13,2025
Came at 8ish am on a Sunday. Not busy and has a great vibe. The staff were so nice. We ordered a cinnamon roll and coffee. All were great!

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