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Restaurant in Littleton, Colorado

What should I order at Cafe Terracotta?

4.6 1,655 reviews $20 to 30 89 skippers

What to order

  1. 🥇

    Carrot Cake

    Recommended multiple times as a standout dessert, with reviewers calling it delicious, memorable, and even the best carrot cake they’ve had in Colorado.

  2. 🥈

    Short Rib

    Mentioned several times in different dishes and preparations, including the Short Rib Grilled Cheese and Braised Short Ribs, with reviewers praising how tender, savory, and flavorful it was.

  3. 🥉

    Walleye

    Praised in the pan-fried panko-crusted honey pepper walleye and again as a favorite for being amazing, showing up as a repeated dish people strongly enjoyed.

  4. 4

    Falafel

    Highlighted as a favorite by one reviewer and described as crisp outside, soft inside, and bursting with savory chickpea flavor with great accompaniments.

  5. 5

    Brussels Sprouts

    Recommended in both appetizer and salad form, with reviewers praising the crisp texture, good seasoning, and overall flavor.

  6. 6

    Lamb Bolognese

    Called absolutely incredible in one of the dinner reviews, making it one of the most enthusiastically praised entrées.

  7. 7

    Eggs Benedict

    Mentioned in several brunch reviews, especially the Crab and Avocado Eggs Benedict and Barbacoa Benedict, both described as excellent and well-executed.

Details

Location

5649 S Curtice St, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, US

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Hours

Monday 11 AM to 2 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM to 2 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM to 2 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Thursday 11 AM to 2 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Friday 11 AM to 2 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Saturday 8 AM to 2 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM
Sunday 8 AM to 2 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM

About Cafe Terracotta

Quaint, classy Victorian house with a garden presenting refined dishes from around the world.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually somewhat difficult to find a space

Frequently asked

What is Cafe Terracotta known for?

Cafe Terracotta is known for its short rib grilled cheese, carrot cake, and savory dinner plates like lamb shank, lamb Bolognese, and braised short ribs. Reviewers also call out the fast service and the fact that the restaurant is usually worth a reservation because it can have a wait.

What dishes are most recommended at Cafe Terracotta?

Reviewers most often highlight the short rib grilled cheese, braised short ribs, chicken pot pie, lamb shank, and carrot cake. Other standouts mentioned are the pan-fried panko-crusted honey pepper walleye, salmon with forbidden rice, Brussels sprouts, and the bread and butter starter.

What is the atmosphere like at Cafe Terracotta?

The atmosphere is described as cozy, intimate, historic, romantic, and a little upscale, with a Victorian-house feel and garden setting. It seems to work well for couples, birthday dinners, groups, and solo diners who want a quieter table-service meal.

Is Cafe Terracotta good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is $20 to $30, and reviewers say the portions and quality make it feel worth it. People mention getting a lot of flavor and a satisfying meal from items like the short rib grilled cheese, fried chicken sandwich, and carrot cake, even when the menu is somewhat limited.

Do you need a reservation at Cafe Terracotta?

Reservations are accepted and often recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, since the restaurant is usually a wait. Reviewers who booked ahead said they were seated smoothly, even during birthday meals and busy lunch visits.

Is parking available at Cafe Terracotta?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.

Does Cafe Terracotta have vegetarian options?

Yes, Cafe Terracotta offers vegetarian options.

Is Cafe Terracotta kid-friendly?

Yes, Cafe Terracotta is good for kids.

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