Top Banana Bread In Denver

(credit: Detour Bakery)
In a world where cheese and bacon have their own cult-like followings, a good bread lover is constantly in need of an inside track to their next tasty treat. As any lover of grain and wheat can tell you, one of the most elusive tastes is a deliciously prepared banana bread. Few concoctions satisfy both your sweet tooth and your need for piping hot bread in quite the same way as banana bread. Fortunately, Denver is home to a variety of restaurants and bakeries that deal in some of the most intoxicating banana bread found under the sun.

Root Down
1600 W. 33rd Ave.
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 993-4200
www.rootdowndenver.com

In Denver, brunch is more than just a gathering, it's a sport. Finding the best mid-morning meal for the right price is a topic of much discussion among the city's denizens. If you're one of those lucky enough to know about Root Down, however, consider your breakfast braggadocio unbeatable, because these folks have fantastic food at an awesome price. That unique flavor begins and ends with Root Down's famous banana bread French toast. This mouth-watering concoction is on the cheap end of Denver breakfasts, and we can promise you've never tasted anything like it.

Zaidy's Deli
121 Adams St.
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 333-5336
www.zaidysdeli.com

People all over the city know Zaidy's Deli as one of the best spots to find a sandwich in town, but there's a secret gem hiding among the menu. Zaidy's banana nut bread hides out on the restaurant's dessert menu, so it can be easy to overlook. Don't sleep on this incredible slice of heaven, though. Zaidy's banana nut bread is one of the best in the city and is absolutely worth the trip.

Wash Perk
853 E Ohio Ave
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 542-9202
facebook.com/WashPerkCoffee

For a more caffeinated take on banana bread, check out Wash Perk. Their entire menu is wonderful, but their interesting take on a traditional coffee accessory will keep you coming back for more. Wash Perk also offers several vegetarian and vegan offerings (just in case you're in more discerning company). Even better, the folks who run Wash Perk are a fixture in the community who are constantly participating in charitable events. Whether you've got kids in tow or just your lovable pooch, Wash Perk is ready to accommodate you with one-of-a-kind service.

Related:  Top Delicatessens In Denver

Detour Bakery
1479 S Holly St
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 756-2020
facebook.com/Detour-Bakery

Detour Bakery is baked goods done old school. The owners pride themselves on creating most of their items in-house each and every morning. And that includes their incredible banana bread. Be sure to go early for the best selection, but you can bet that something mouth-watering will be on display whenever you decide to check out Detour. Don't let its strip mall location fool you, this is one bakery that delivers some of the freshest, most delectable baked goods in Denver.

City Bakery
726 Lincoln St
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 292-3989
www.citybakerydenver.com

The people who run City Bakery are workers. That hard work shows in every slice of bread. The proprietors take great pride in their all-natural recipes that are entirely free of preservatives, chemicals or fillers. All that elbow grease pays off in City Bakery's amazing and one-of-a-kind banana oat tea bread. There's no bread like it in the world. For a banana bread that's unfailingly fresh and undeniably moist, you definitely want to check out City Bakery.

Related: Top Vegetarian Hot Dogs In Denver

A Denver native, Alli Andress has been a writer for over a decade. Over the course of her career, Andress has written about topics ranging from indie music, animals, health issues and the best of the Mile High City. Her work can be found on Examiner.com