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Patricia Calhoun

Patricia Calhoun is editor-in-chief of Westword, the alt-weekly she co-founded in September 1977. She’s been inducted into the Colorado Press Association Hall of Fame, the Association of Alternative Newsmedia Hall of Fame and the Colorado Restaurant Association Hall of Fame. She’s also received dozens of local, state and national awards for writing, including first place for feature writing and first place for column writing with the Society of Professional Journalists. Patricia is a weekly commentator on Colorado Inside Out, PBS 12’s public affairs roundtable, which has won two Emmys.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Sushi by SYC Gets in the Swim

By Patricia CalhounJuly 19, 2025

Dive into the latest action on the Denver dining scene, including debuts by Briar Patch and Rose.

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Michael Diaz de Leon and Tommy Lee Opening Molino Chido at Stanley

By Patricia CalhounJuly 17, 2025

“I’m just ready to have a seat at the table.”

Denver Is Deflated, but This City Can Rise Again

Denver Is Deflated, but This City Can Rise Again

By Patricia CalhounJuly 16, 2025

An update on my ten suggestions from bringing back downtown…as well as another trial balloon.

How Do You Feel About the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway?

How Do You Feel About the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway?

By Patricia CalhounJuly 15, 2025

Governor Jared Polis wants to know. Really.

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AJ’s Pit Barbecue Founder Jared Leonard Now Being Grilled by Feds

By Patricia CalhounJuly 15, 2025

He came to Colorado from Chicago with big plans. Now he’s back in the Windy City, facing federal wire-fraud charges.

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Casa Bonita Taking Reservations Again Today…Good Luck!

By Patricia CalhounJuly 14, 2025

This time, the slots are through the end of the year and into early 2026. Happy holidays!

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Bucksnort, Arvada Beer Garden Start Pouring

By Patricia CalhounJuly 12, 2025

While there were some wins, the Giggling Grizzly is gone and TRVE Brewing has last call today.

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The Height Report: Halo Is Now Denver’s Highest Rooftop Bar

By Patricia CalhounJuly 10, 2025

Hunting for a place to catch the full moon tonight? Hello, Halo.

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The Five Bygone Denver Bars We Miss the Most

By Patricia CalhounJuly 8, 2025

Everyone has their favorite watering holes in Denver. But lately, some of our go-to’s have dried up.

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Giggling Grizzly’s Last Call Clears Path for New Monfort Companies Project

By Patricia CalhounJuly 7, 2025

In November 2022, Monfort bought this bar and the nearby El Chapultepec building in LoDo by Coors Field.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Littleton Cafe, Eggs Inc. Shutter

By Patricia CalhounJuly 5, 2025

June ended with some big closings, and they’re continuing in July.

Middleman

Restaurant Roll Call: Every Opening and Closing for June

By Patricia CalhounJuly 1, 2025

Some of our favorite watering holes dried up last month.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Scooters Out, Chicken N Pickle In

By Patricia CalhounJune 28, 2025

While Middleman will dry up after this weekend, a new coffee spot is pouring in Five Points.

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Can You Top This? Rose Rooftop Pool and Bar Coming to RiNo

By Patricia CalhounJune 27, 2025

Even in landlocked Denver, there are places you can get in the swim.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Relish Now Serving, Benzina Back

By Patricia CalhounJune 21, 2025

Just in time for 100 degree heat, this new food hall is bringing indoor pickleball courts to Louisville

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Noodles Express Is Back, and Dave’s Hot Chicken Is Hot!

By Patricia CalhounJune 14, 2025

But other local spots have gone cold, including Cerveceria Colorado, Noisette and Congress Park Taproom.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: El Chingon Now Pouring, Garibaldi’s Dries Up

By Patricia CalhounJune 7, 2025

After a busy May, action slowed on the Denver dining scene this first week of June.

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Buffalo Billed: Denver Looking for New Concessionaire for Pahaska Tepee

By Patricia CalhounJune 6, 2025

The city wants a food experience in keeping with the historical theme of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West traveling show.

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Colorado Music Hall of Fame Moves Into Colorado Convention Center

By Patricia CalhounJune 3, 2025

“We are thrilled to bring the stories and legacies of Colorado’s music legends to the heart of downtown Denver.”

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Raise a Glass to My Brother’s: Denver’s Oldest Bar Is Now Serving Brunch

By Patricia CalhounJune 1, 2025

Don’t look now, but there’s mayo on that breakfast burger!

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Restaurant Roll Call: Every Opening and Closing in May

By Patricia CalhounMay 31, 2025

Farm & Market has shuttered; Benzina and Burns Family Artisan Ales are closing tonight.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Hearth Heats Up Highland, Blazing Bird Does Broadway

By Patricia CalhounMay 24, 2025

While national chains keep expanding in Colorado, local concepts are making a move, too.

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