Taiwan-born chain 85°C Bakery Cafe is on its way to Aurora, bringing its first Colorado storefront to Parker Commons and promising the pastries and signature sea-salt coffee that have already pulled big crowds in other U.S. cities.
Where It Will Be
The new shop is slated for 2767 S Parker Rd, according to a post from the shopping center that announces 85°C is “joining the Parker Commons community soon!!” The café is expected to serve more than 50 varieties of pastries baked hourly, along with individually brewed coffee made from beans sourced from Guatemala, per What Now Denver.
About 85°C
85°C was founded in Taiwan in 2003 by Cheng-Hsueh Wu, who set out to make hotel-style pastries accessible to everyday customers. The brand opened its first U.S. location in Irvine in 2008 and now operates more than 1,000 stores worldwide, according to the company. Typical locations pair a self-serve pastry wall with made-to-order drinks such as its signature sea-salt coffee, per 85°C Bakery Cafe.
What To Expect
Shoppers can look for the usual fast-casual setup: a pastry wall stocked with individually wrapped items, breads and layered cakes, plus espresso and tea drinks. If other markets are any indication, opening day could be busy. The chain’s Arizona debut drew long lines, heavy demand and periodic sell-outs during its soft opening, Phoenix New Times reported.
Why Parker Commons
H-Mart anchors the shoppes at Parker Commons and features a tight cluster of Asian markets and restaurants, a setup that can help sustain steady foot traffic for a bakery concept. Commercial listings outline the tenant mix and the retail space where 85°C is expected to move in, per LoopNet.
When It Might Open
No official opening date has been announced yet. What Now Denver reports that it has reached out to 85°C representatives for a timeline and plans to update readers when the company responds.
How To Follow
Residents eager to track the launch should keep an eye on Parker Commons’ social media accounts and the 85°C website for official news. The shopping center’s property post is the first public confirmation of the Aurora location, and the company typically shares grand opening details on its site and app.
