Tavern on 26th Ave.

Known for its karaoke nights, the friendly regulars at this funky Lakewood dive are fairly supportive of anyone who wants to take a shot grabbing the microphone and belting (or at least trying) out a tune. With decently priced drinks, which can be quite strong at times, it’s not going to bust your wallet getting […]

Teller’s Taproom & Kitchen

It’s no secret that Lakewood (and, while we’re at it, Wheat Ridge) is a vast culinary labyrinth of chains and uninspiring independent restaurants that force suburbanites to empty their change in downtown meters. And that’s what inspired Larimer Associates COO Joe Vostrejs, his brothers Steve and Matt, and Rod Wagner, acquisitions and project management partner […]

Tokyo Joe’s

Tokyo Joe’s is all about fast-food Japanese done well. The food really does arrive fast, and the rice bowls are cheap, nutritious and delicious. (Best-bowl honors go to the mahi-mahi bowl, served with lemongrass and macadamia nuts.) Check out the sushi, too: It’s starter sushi consisting almost entirely of rolls, but in a welcome twist, […]

UA Denver West Village 12

Located in the West Village Mall off of I-70 in Lakewood, this 12-screen theater features concessions, wheelchair-accessible stadium seating, digital projection, and a video arcade in the lobby.

WestFax Brewing

When this brewery debuted in 2016, it had a pretty infamous neighbor: Casa Bonita. Now that looming pink palace is back and pinker than ever, following its reboot from new owners Trey Parker and Matt Stone of South Park fame. But through all the reopening hoops people are jumping through to get in next door, […]

Wheat Ridge Recreation Center

The Wheat Ridge Recreation Center does not have a membership requirement; it’s open to both residents and nonresidents of the city seven days a week. The facility features a climbing wall, gymnasium, racquetball courts and one of the best public swimming pools in metro Denver.

White Fence Farm

There is only one reason to endure the carnival of shlock that is White Fence Farm, and that is the fried chicken, which is some of the best around. Granted, the place also has its own gift shop, playground and petting zoo — in addition to a menu of good ol’-fashioned American eats. But take […]