The Church Nightclub

Stained-glass windows, high-beamed gothic architecture and hundreds of candles spread throughout the Church suggest a pious vibe in the former house of worship, but the congregation is as mixed as they come. Built in 1865, the roomy, multi-level Lincoln Street mainstay draws globally based DJs, local residents, retro lovers, even the under-21 set: Sections of […]

The Compound Basix

Open from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. seven days a week, 365 days a year, the Compound’s corner-bar (and gay-bar) legacy is just that: a twenty-plus-year run as a drinking place that barely closes. Weekday patrons start rolling in from hospital night shifts to take advantage of the early opening (and a 7 a.m. happy […]

The Cookery at Myrtle Hill

South Gaylord Street is packed with small businesses that draw in residents of the neighborhood, but none has as loyal a following as this spot that serves a homestyle menu of breakfast and lunch selections. The sister concept to Devil’s Food Bakery next door, the Cookery at Myrtle Hill underwent a renovation during the pandemic […]

The Humble Pie Store

When the Humble Pie Store reopened in Congress Park in early 2016 after more than a year without a home, a collective sigh of relief emanated from pie aficionados across the city. No longer will we have to content ourselves with special orders; finally, there’s a place we can get our pies – sweet or […]

The Post Chicken & Beer

Until The Post came along, it was almost as if the Front Range had no fried chicken at all, so quickly did fans flock here. Quaffable beers and a supporting cast of other countrified fare bolstered the Post’s reputation, and devotees in need of a fix had no trouble trekking to the bedroom community of […]

The Rosedale

What was once Boone’s Tavern, known for giant TV screens and rabid sports fans betting on everything from football to mixed martial arts, has morphed into the Rosedale, home of warm wood tones and oysters on the half shell. The Platt Park bar’s transformation in early 2016 brought it more in line with its neighbor […]

The Studio Loft at Ellie Caulkins Opera House

The Studio Loft is an 8,000 sq.ft. performance, rehearsal and event space with a cathedral ceiling, exposed brick, warm-colored walls, a 3,000 sq.ft. wood dance floor and an AV system with sound and high definition projector. Also features an attached smaller room with a bar.