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Posted: October 24, 2012 8:06 AM
Tags: Park Hill, Denon Moore, Cake Crumbs, bakery, 20 days of giveaways
Go Now: Cake Crumbs Gets a Facelift
If there's one block in Denver that captures the Mile High City’s laid-back, albeit eclectic style, it has to be Park Hill’s Kearney Street between 22nd and 23rd avenues. In this stretch there's a gymnastic studio, a gourmet restaurant, a pet store, and an outdoor gear emporium. Oh, and a cupcake shop: The venerable Cake Crumbs.
For people living in the neighborhood, this bakery has long been the go-to spot for sugar rushes. But the ever-popular space suffered from a seating shortage, which meant I got my lunch or breakfast order—and my cupcakes—to go.
That is, until recently. When I stopped by last week for a croissant, the place was transformed. Comfy booths lined one wall, a large community table was just waiting for a multi-generational family to break bread, and smaller tables were filled with laptops and Chicco car seats. The walls were freshly painted with sea foam green accents and the menu was written on black chalkboards. The counter had been moved to the side, allowing people to order in one area and eat in another. It was, well, sophisticated. This wasn’t Cake Crumbs. I must have look bewildered, because the person behind the counter approached me and in soothing tones explained that they had done a little renovation.
There’s nothing small about Cake Crumbs transformation, though. Last week, I spoke with owner and operator Denon Moore about the changes. “We did it in four days,” Moore says. “I felt like I was on a TV show.” Recently, Cake Crumbs moved most of its production to another Park Hill location (it also has a facility in Colorado Springs), which left room in the Kearney Street spot for more seating—and more food options. Cake Crumbs now offers a waffle menu with a bakery twist that boasts flavors like apple strudel and maple bacon (a play on its popular maple-bacon cupcake). For lunch, Moore is launching a slider menu (curry chicken salad, hot pulled pork, and a vegetarian option) with house-made rolls. Of course, Cake Crumbs will still sell cupcakes, but look for new sweets, like a $4.50 cake-by-the-slice option (think: toasted coconut supreme).
The treats will keep me coming back, but the new seating area is what has me most excited. There are four comfy chairs that just might become my office-away-from-the-office. That’s exactly the reaction Moore was hoping for. “When we moved to Park Hill, we went from something very small to a much larger space,” Moore says. “I didn’t change the layout. I didn’t change the color. We made it happen for the sake of money and time. This time I wanted to make it right. I wanted our neighborhood to feel like they had a place to chill.”
Bonus: Looking for cupcakes? Stop by after 11 a.m., which is Moore’s deadline for switching out breakfast goodies for frosted treats.
2216 Kearney St., 303-861-4912
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THIS STORY WAS PART OF 5280's 20 DAYS OF GIVEAWAYS!
Cake to Curb
Submitted by HelloPillow on Wed, 2012-10-24 12:09.
I need that Athleta GC after eating all these cupcakes!
I'll have to try it!
Submitted by Bean2343 on Wed, 2012-10-24 12:02.
I will say peeking in the windows, it looked cramped and I've never stopped inside...now I will have to--hopefully wearing some sporty athletica clothing!
Athleta and Cupcakes
Submitted by kursten on Wed, 2012-10-24 12:00.
I love the combination of winning an Athleta gift certificate and a cupcake shop! I have to say those Cinnimon rolls look quite amazing! I'm inspired to hit the gym tonight without feeling guilty for all of the sweet goodness :)
Time to work out in style
Submitted by kathib on Wed, 2012-10-24 12:00.
Haven't checked out Athleta yet. But, who doesn't want to be stylish while working out?
A Whole New Neighborhood
Submitted by annalissan on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:59.
A whole new neighborhood to explore, this place might be the exact draw I need to come check it out. That Coconut cake sounds great!
My girls...
Submitted by christiantwalter on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:56.
LOVE them some cupcakes! Need to take them here.
Sounds wonderful!
Submitted by Lafrey on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:54.
Workout
Submitted by ErikJorgie on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:48.
Going to need that GC to Athleta after eating those. What are you trying to tell us 5280.
Cute Neighborhood Shop
Submitted by aandaharvey on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:47.
As delightful as the treats sound, I think I'll be visiting this shop because it is a quaint local establishment! Sounds like a very thoughtful and successful remodel!
Winter + Treats..... a must!
Submitted by katy.salach on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:47.
Winter and Treats.... great pair! I'm craving a cupcake now!
This place sounds great.
Submitted by shahip on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:44.
This place sounds great. Will for sure check it out!
Love this Neighborhood!
Submitted by bhomsher on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:41.
Yet another great business venture in a great upcoming neighborhood! Best of Luck
Awesome cupcakes!
Submitted by Pppmomof3 on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:31.
The cupcakes are truly fantastic! I have had many of them! Great place to go after dropping off the kids in the morning!
There's nothing better...
Submitted by KelseyWittenberg on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:30.
...than cupcakes. Fact.
Park Hill Fan!!
Submitted by bsneubaum on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:29.
Always looking for a great breakfast/lunch spot and to support a local business not far from home!
mini cakes
Submitted by jennmassie on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:28.
Been there; it's great. The mini cupcakes are perfect to tide over the kids before a haircut at Little B's!
Delish!
Submitted by melanieweitzenfeld on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:28.
I love Cake Crumbs (and the Denver Cupcake Truck!) and I love Athleta!!!
More Yumms!
Submitted by karisworld on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:28.
I definitely need to move out of the 'burbs! So many delicious options!
Cake Crumbs
Submitted by kimberleemiller on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:27.
So many cupcakes, so little time!
Yum!
Submitted by Roberts2210 on Wed, 2012-10-24 11:26.
After I eat at Cake Crumbs, I am going to need my Athleta gear to work it out!
Great Product + Great Environment = Recipe For Success
There was not a single thing in that article that did not sound amazing.
Yum-O!
Can't go wrong with cake!
Wonder Smells!
I can just imagine the wonderful smells going on inside Cake Crumbs! Good enought to stop when your walking by! Yum!
Toasted coconut supreme!
Can't wait to try the toasted coconut supreme!
Cake Crumbs Makeover!
I have found some really nice cupcake/bakery locations around the Denver Metro area but most don't have a nice area to sit. SO excited to hear about the makeover at Cake Crumbs and can't wait to go and check it out!
Everybody needs a treat!
This sounds like the perfect place to treat yourself! Tickled to try Cake Crumbs! Yum yum!! (Ps. Athleta lovers always indulge in a hard earned reward. Glad I found mine.)
Cake Crumbs is not crummy!!
This place is adorable and they have delicious goodies -- definitely worth a trip with your loved one(s). Peace :)
Cake Crumbs
Definitely worth a trip from the 'burbs!
yummy
drool
Yummy!
NOM NOM NOM :)
Cake?!
Sign me up for these tasty treats!
love these cupcakes
and love their truck
Cake Crumbs has amazing pies
Cake Crumbs has amazing pies too...I always get the Pecan Pie for Thanksgiving bliss :)
I never knew
They served breakfast pastries. I'll have to check them out.
WHAT!
Cake, cupcakes, waffles, yummy, yummy in my tummy. I will need to workout after this :)
Tasty
Cupcakes and waffles are always tasty!
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