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Molly Martin

Molly Martin has been the Food & Drink editor at Westword since 2021. Prior to joining the staff, Molly reported on the Denver dining scene for more than a decade and contributed to Thrillist. At Westword, Molly monitors restaurant openings and closings, offers dining recommendations and reports on Denver-area food news and trends. She also publishes such annual lists as Top 100 Bars and Top 100 Restaurants, and contributes to the yearly Best of Denver edition. In 2023, she was recognized with the Colorado Restaurant Association’s Outstanding Media Professional award.

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Nine Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings This Spring

By Molly MartinMarch 17, 2026

Whet your appetite!

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The Best Irish Bars for St. Patrick’s Day Drinking in Denver

By Molly MartinMarch 17, 2026

It’s time to go green and party Irish-style.

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Riot BBQ Owners Opening New Chicken-Focused Eatery

By Molly MartinMarch 16, 2026

It will debut on Thursday, March 26.

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Upscale Steakhouse Chain Debuts Second Colorado Location

By Molly MartinMarch 16, 2026

Its first restaurant in the state has been a Larimer Square staple for over two decades.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Colfax Doubles Down on Dim Sum and More

By Molly MartinMarch 14, 2026

It was another busy week in the dining scene.

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First Look: Acclaimed L.A. Chef Debuts Intimate Denver Chef’s Counter

By Molly MartinMarch 13, 2026

Petit Chelou offers a playful tasting menu experience housed inside Hop Alley.

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Subterranean South Broadway HiFi Bar Debuts Today

By Molly MartinMarch 10, 2026

The city’s newest listening bar promises an “intimate European basement experience.”

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Wholesale Bakery Closure Leaves Burger Favorite in a Bun Conundrum

By Molly MartinMarch 9, 2026

Jim’s Burger Haven says it got no warning that the longtime supplier of its signature 6-inch buns was shutting down.

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Five Colorado Irish Pubs Rank Among the Best in America

By Molly MartinMarch 9, 2026

The list includes the oldest Irish bar in the state.

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Downtown Tasting-Menu Spot Shutters Four Months After Reopening

By Molly MartinMarch 9, 2026

Guests have been left in the dark at The Guest.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Eight New Additions

By Molly MartinMarch 7, 2026

A growing local Mexican chain has moved into the former El Tepehuan in Englewood.

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Warm Up With a French Onion Fix, From Soup to Tarts, Dumplings and More

By Molly MartinMarch 6, 2026

This classic flavor is trending.

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The End of an Era: World-Famous Dark Horse Will Go Dark March 14

By Molly MartinMarch 6, 2026

“Every laugh, story and shared moment made has built the legacy that will live on long after our doors close.”

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Popular Mexican Restaurant Closed Temporarily Following Fire

By Molly MartinMarch 5, 2026

Flames were visible from the roof from a fire that started in the kitchen on March 3.

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The Five Best Bites We Had in February

By Molly MartinMarch 3, 2026

Pierogi, po’boys and more were standouts.

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Michelin-Starred Eatery Announces Current Chef’s Final Menu

By Molly MartinMarch 2, 2026

The restaurant plans to continue to evolve through a “chef-driven research residency program.”

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Restaurant Roll Call: Every Opening and Closing in February

By Molly MartinFebruary 28, 2026

Join the club: Aguanile celebrates Puerto Rican culture, while Casa Juani serves up the soul of Spain.

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Lunar New Year Specials and Celebrations in Denver

By Molly MartinFebruary 23, 2026

Tuesday, February 17 ushered in the Year of the Horse.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Four Spots Debut

By Molly MartinFebruary 21, 2026

Uchiko finally opened in Cherry Creek, and Oscar Padilla’s Agave Blue Cantina is cooking.

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Super Mega Goodbye: RiNo Spot for Latin Dim Sum Announces Closure

By Molly MartinFebruary 16, 2026

Its final weeks will be packed with throwback specials.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: An Einstein Swap-Out and More

By Molly MartinFebruary 14, 2026

It’s one of three closures to report, while six spots debuted.

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Po’Boy Spot Debuting Just in Time for Fat Tuesday

By Molly MartinFebruary 12, 2026

It’s the latest addition to Edgewater Public Market.

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