How It All Started
A Stone Cottage Near the Flatirons
It all started when we came upon an alpine cabin near the base of the Flatirons in Boulder. A beautiful old stone cottage with a long history of being a local community center — a place to gather and buy provisions.
Smitten by the warmth emanating from it, we envisioned the coziness of this incredible location combined with our love of modern design. We saw the opportunity to create an experience that just made you feel good — a hot cup of exceptional coffee, delicious and thoughtful fare, served up in an intentionally designed space. That's what we call the good life.
From that first location on University Hill, we've grown to serve two neighborhoods across Boulder, each cafe carrying the same spirit: a place where design, community, and craft come together without pretension.
Our Mission
"To create spaces for human connection through outstanding coffee, genuine hospitality, and beautifully designed cafes that delight and nourish the senses."— Alpine Modern, Boulder CO
What We Stand For
Our Values
Team
We believe making people happy starts with our own team. We're committed to providing an exemplary work environment for people just as passionate about our values as we are — holding each other accountable, supporting each other, and never forgetting the importance of enjoying what we do.
Premium Quality
We operate with an uncompromising commitment to providing high quality coffee and food. We dispense with the performative aspects of coffee culture and focus instead on simply ensuring that we serve high quality, craveable food and beverage — day in, day out.
Hospitality
We believe making other people feel welcome and connected is one of life's greatest virtues. Every guest who walks through our doors deserves warmth, regardless of their social or economic status, their coffee knowledge, or their ease in being in a new place. We're here for everybody.
Design
Beautiful settings create backdrops for beautiful connections. We pay attention to every detail — both big and small — when designing our spaces, and are committed to maintaining that thoughtfulness daily as we keep our cafes beautiful and welcoming.
Our Spaces
Designed for the Good Life
Each Alpine Modern location is designed to feel like a retreat — somewhere between a mountain lodge and a modern studio.
Come Visit
Find Your Spot in Boulder
Two locations, same warmth. Find us on University Hill or at the 29th Street Mall.