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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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Local Mexican Chain Opens First Denver Location in Capitol Hill

By Molly MartinOctober 27, 2025

It’s also planning to open in the former Wendell’s in Berkeley and El Tepehaun in Englewood.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Six New Spots and One Comeback

By Molly MartinOctober 25, 2025

A trendy Mexican eatery has expanded to Central Park, while a popular Aurora bar has been resurrected by new owners.

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South Denver Food Hall Debuts a Revamp

By Molly MartinOctober 24, 2025

It’s celebrating all weekend long.

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Is the Michelin Guide Ditching Its Green Stars?

By Molly MartinOctober 23, 2025

Four Colorado spots hold the distinction for sustainability practices.

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Sneak Peek: Colfax Dim Sum & Noodles Spot Is Ready for Its Debut

By Molly MartinOctober 23, 2025

The restaurant has a lot of options, from dumplings and buns to buttery fried prawns and braised ribs.

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New Downtown Speakeasy Celebrates African Culture

By Molly MartinOctober 23, 2025

“We wanted to build something intimate, so it feels like we have a bar in the middle of a jungle.”

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Local Green Chile-Centric Chain Expanding to Vegas and Beyond

By Molly MartinOctober 22, 2025

Will it become the next Chipotle?

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Beloved Cheese Shop Closed, but Not Gone

By Molly MartinOctober 22, 2025

“I’m going to work my ass off to rebuild and reinvent the shop to fit into these crazy, scary financial times.”

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Is RiNo Food Hall Zeppelin Station Extinct?

By Molly MartinOctober 21, 2025

A dino-centric revamp fell apart and now, just one food stall remains.

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Acclaimed L.A. Chef Launches Residency in RiNo

By Molly MartinOctober 21, 2025

Douglas Rankin also plans to reopen his award-winning eatery Bar Chelou in the Mile High next year.

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Arvada Debuts Drinking Zone Today, Denver Could Be Next

By Molly MartinOctober 20, 2025

Olde Town Arvada is celebrating with a community toast on Wednesday, October 22.

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Biker Jim’s Is Making a Comeback at LoHi Food Hall

By Molly MartinOctober 20, 2025

Fans will once again have a brick-and-mortar spot where they can get Jim Pittenger’s famous dogs.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Eight New Spots Debut

By Molly MartinOctober 18, 2025

Additions include a Mexican restaurant in Jefferson Park, a Chinese buffet in Aurora and more.

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Denver’s Oldest Pizzerias: 11 Classics to Try

By Molly MartinOctober 17, 2025

From Carl’s to Lechuga’s, these spots have been around for decades.

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One of Denver’s Oldest Pizzerias Has Closed

By Molly MartinOctober 16, 2025

It had been open since 1988 and was bought by a new owner three years ago.

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The Best Happy Hours in Denver: 21 Places for Epic Deals

By Molly MartinOctober 16, 2025

Hitting up these spots will make you and your wallet happy.

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Move Over, Pepperoni! Pickle Pizza Is Having a Moment

By Molly MartinOctober 15, 2025

It’s dilly and delicious — here’s where to find it.

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Good Signs on East Colfax: Two More New Restaurants Coming Soon

By Molly MartinOctober 13, 2025

Vacant spaces are getting new tenants amid the ongoing construction.

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New Mezcal-Focused Listening Bar Brings the Party to Platte Street

New Mezcal-Focused Listening Bar Brings the Party to Platte Street

By Molly MartinOctober 13, 2025

It’s the latest project from La Diabla owner Jose Avila, and it’s like no other place in town.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: 14 New Spots, Including Catfish King on Colfax

By Molly MartinOctober 11, 2025

It’s one of three new barbecue joints.

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Cheesman Park’s Secret Garden Bar & Café Closes Amid Union-Busting Allegations

By Molly MartinOctober 10, 2025

It opened last summer in the historic Tears-McFarlane House.

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Platte Street Staple Brider Announces Upcoming Closure

By Molly MartinOctober 9, 2025

It’s been a go-to for a decade.

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