Best Lunch Restaurants in Highlands Ranch

"Originally founded in a funky old Victorian house off Boulder’s Pearl Street, this quaint morning eatery now generates long lines across the Front Range for its chicory coffee, beignets, pain perdu, and more Creole specialties."

"A 40-year-old tradition, but still with only a handful of locations around Colorado, this Creole cafe is always charming. Highlights include chicory coffee, beignets, eggs sardou and buttermilk biscuits and gravy."

"Katherine’s French Bakery & Cafe is a family-owned local, European-style bakery and cafe that specializes in French pastries, quiche, cakes and cookies. Katherine’s also offers customized cakes and cupcakes, an extensive breakfast and lunch menu that is served all day, as well as catering. Katherine’s French Bakery & Cafe is located at 728 S University Blvd, Denver, CO 80209."

"Family-owned and operated, Chef Mario Arrua has spent more than two decades in hospitality, food, and beverage. Aiming for well-prepared and properly seasoned food, Katherine’s counter-service and European-style cafe specializes in French pastries, quiches, cakes, and cookies made from scratch."

"I love them just as much as an unadorned baguette or other pastry. That's what this Bonnie Brae neighborhood bakery is all about the visuals, with elaborately decorated cakes and other creations. But their bread is pretty darn good too, as is their French-themed menu."

"If you want to wake up to the warm, comforting smell of a delicious cinnamon roll, the Colorado grown, community-based Duffeyroll Cafe has you covered. What they have to say: "Duffeyroll Cafe has been a holiday tradition in Denver for over 34 years. As we approach our 35th anniversary(!) we are continually thankful for the support we have received from everyone who walks through our doors. Our Bake at Home pans are the perfect way to enjoy fresh from your oven, delicious Duffeyrolls in minutes. Order for take-out, have them delivered or ship them Nationwide for the gift of true Colorado taste adventure. This Christmas Eve we are delivering from Castle Rock to Boulder and everywhere in between.". Holiday dessert idea: Bake at Home pans are the perfect holiday morning tradition and they also make a great gift; buy three or more pans and get $1 off each one—from 3 to 300"

"These are freshly baked cinnamon rolls with cream and sprinkles on them – what can be better than that?. They are flaky on the outside, warm and gooey on the inside, and just small enough so you can justify having two….or five."

"JRS and I headed to this rather obscure place in Louisville, a small town between Boulder and Denver, because someone at nearby bookstore recommended if for lunch. While the lunch was excellent, we also took away three of their five croissants for the next day's breakfast. The next day, we enjoyed our unexpected find."

"Three friends from Japan are introducing to the Denver to authentic Japanese treats such as Matcha-dusted doughnut twists, custard-filled cornets, and karepan, a fried bread filled with curry at this new and modern cafe and bakery. The fluffy, soft and slightly sweet milk bread has quickly become a favorite, as have the flaky tarts topped with fruit."

"This is a great place to experience a Japanese take on coffees and pastry. The Tokyo Premium Bakery sells delightfully light and fragrant drinks like Matcha Lattes and Hojicha. Don’t leave this shop without nibbling on a Japanese pastry such as their fan favorite Red Bean Filled Buns or traditional Melon Buns."