High-tech coffee shop revolutionizes downtown Denver's hospitality scene
In the heart of downtown Denver, a new player has joined the bustling 16th Street corridor. Javai Coffee, a tech-forward coffee shop, has opened its doors at 16th Street and Wazee Street, offering affordable, quality coffee to downtown workers, tourists, and late-night crowds[2][7].
The $22,000 robotic coffee kiosk at Javai Coffee serves espresso drinks in under 60 seconds, demonstrating innovation in hospitality while maintaining inclusivity and accessibility[1]. Co-owner Grant Ross envisions Javai Coffee as a symbol of investment in the re-emergence of 16th Street as a business and entrepreneurship hub[1].
Ross's vision extends beyond just providing coffee. He aims to establish a significant presence on 16th Street, contributing to the revitalization of the corridor, which is considered the backbone of downtown Denver[7]. The success of Javai Coffee could potentially attract more businesses to invest in and contribute to the growth of 16th Street[6].
Javai Coffee's commitment to being a Colorado-based business is evident in every aspect. From sourcing fresh milk and beans from Colorado vendors to hiring local service technicians to maintain the robotic coffee kiosk, Javai Coffee is a testament to local economic investment[1][3].
The 16th Street revitalization project, costing $175.4 million, is nearing completion, and Javai Coffee's presence aligns with this initiative[4]. The growth of 16th Street's economy is being fueled by businesses like Javai Coffee, which are investing in the area and supporting the broader vision for future-oriented economic development in downtown Denver[5].
For more stories about businesses contributing to the revitalization of the city's economy, contact Kennedy Cook, a reporter specializing in Denver coverage, at [email protected][8].
[1] Denver Business Journal [2] Westword [3] Denverite [4] Denver Post [5] CBS Denver [6] The Know [7] 9News [8] Kennedy Cook, CBS Denver Reporter ([email protected])
- Grant Ross, co-owner of Javai Coffee, envisioned the tech-forward coffee shop as more than just a coffee provider; he aimed to establish a significant presence on 16th Street, contributing to the revitalization of the corridor and potentially attracting more businesses that could invest in and grow the local economy.
- The success of businesses like Javai Coffee, which prioritize local sourcing and investment, aligns with the 16th Street revitalization project and supports the broader vision for future-oriented economic development in downtown Denver, as reported by Kennedy Cook, a reporter specializing in Denver coverage.
