Cafe Brazil has been a haven for Mediterranean-inflected South American cuisine for more than thirty years. If you’ve been in Denver long enough, you probably knocked back your first caipirinha here – possibly even at the eatery’s original Highland location (long before folks started calling the area LoHi). Come for the slow-roasted meats, baked sweet […]
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Showing 331 - 352 of 2371No matter how gloomy the weather might be, Cafe Byblos has walls the color of sky and sunshine, with blue mosaic tiles that glint like light dancing on waves. The service is equally cheerful at this Mediterranean spot. And just a look at the menu — full of creamy dips and pita, seven-spice blends, marinated […]
For over three decades, this Italian eatery in a nondescript Lakewood strip mall has drawn a crowd of regulars. When it moved to a larger space next door to its original location in 2018, it didn’t lose any of its charm – thanks in large part to owner and co-founder Elisa Heitman, who was born […]
Come for the bastilla, stay for the tea, and what you find in between depends on how adventurous you’re feeling. Paprika covers all the bases of Middle Eastern cuisine, with tajines, couscous, gyros and kebabs, all done simply and well. Finish off the meal with something different from the ubiquitous baklava – try the m’hencha, […]
Cross the threshold of Caffe Sanora and the rowdiness of East Colfax fades away. The place is quiet but not library silent, as a chatty mix of business-casual regulars trickle down from the offices above, gaggles of students meet up for a board game, and other characters pop in off the street for a beer […]
A clean, subtly lit coffee shop and wine bar on the south end of town, Caff
For more than twenty years, this very casual, sports-oriented spot has been cooking up credible BBQ, right down to the sweet, hickory-smokey Oklahoma-style sauce. While you’re munching, watch the big game on one of the many TVs; in the summer, hit the huge deck to ogle the babes playing volleyball.
Despite the restaurant’s name, the giant salads and innovative pastas are the better choices at this appealing spot located at the front of the Cherry Creek Shopping Center — which makes it a good option for a mid-shopping meal (and also makes for great people-watching). If you do go for the pizza, you’ll find an […]
California Pizza Kitchen originated in Beverly Hills in 1985, riding the “California cuisine” wave that would come to define the culinary decade; the company now boasts 250 locations of casual sit-down eateries with modern, neutral decor and a casual-yet-upscale feel. A pioneer of envelope-pushing fusion pizzas, the chain claims to have invented the now-ubiquitous barbecue […]
California Pizza Kitchen originated in Beverly Hills in 1985, riding the “California cuisine” wave that would come to define the culinary decade; the company now boasts 250 locations of casual sit-down eateries with modern, neutral decor and a casual-yet-upscale feel. A pioneer of envelope-pushing fusion pizzas, the chain claims to have invented the now-ubiquitous barbecue […]
Bonnie Brae is a neighborhood that’s seen a lot of changes in recent years, with the loss of the Bonnie Brae Tavern and the Saucy Noodle, but Campus Lounge remains – even after a number of ownership changes. It was founded by the late Jim Wiste (a retired pro hockey player and DU Pioneers alum) […]
Ha Noi Pho focused on the food of North Vietnam. The restaurant that replaced it, Can Tho Pho, has expanded the menu, adding an emphasis on South Vietnamese cuisine, but while there are more offerings today, Can Tho Pho lacks the mystery and magic of its predecessor. Still, Can Tho Pho serves a decent bowl […]
Central Bistro & Bar owner Isiah Salazar and chef Jesse Vega converted their breezy bistro into a pan-Latin lounge in the summer of 2017, compiling a roster of tacos from Salazar’s upbringing and Puerto Rican specialties from Vega’s family, along with a few other dishes from Central and South America. The result is a restaurant […]
This friendly neighborhood bar is beloved by residents of all stripes in the Wash Park area. Once a seedy, smoky dive, the place has been spruced up over the years – but consistency and simplicity are key. You can count on no-frills, tasty pub grub, including a great basic bar burger. The warm glow of […]
Cannonball Creek has long been known for making hop-forward beers, and making them well. But in recent years, the brewery has expanded its menu to focus more on lagers – which, not surprisingly, are very good, too. From Dad Squad pils to Let’s Talk About Mex!, you can always find tasty options here. The brewery […]
The Canopy Grill has an open and airy tropical theme, including paper lanterns and hanging umbrellas, and wants patrons to feel like they’re eating and drinking on the beach or in their own back yards. The cuisine is tropical, with many variations on both. Lunch and dinner are available daily. The sweet and gooey desserts […]