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Putting the Ellie Caulkins Opera House inside the historic Quigg Newton Auditorium was like building a ship inside a bottle. The auditorium — a 1908 buff-colored brick building designed in a neoclassical style by Robert O. Willison — had become run down over the years and had long since lost its historic interior. And that […]
When you’re in the mood to dine with distinction, there’s no better place than Ellyngton’s. Tucked into a corner of the Brown Palace, this restaurant is all old-world swank and old-school class – a bastion of the sort of jacket-and-tie dining that’s becoming rare in this fast-casual world. Prices are expensive, but the experience is […]
Although the second Elway’s lacks the fun factor of the original in Cherry Creek, it’s still a good bet for a business dinner — especially if your group is large enough to fill the League of Evil-like private seating area. And despite its hoity-toity location (it’s in the Ritz-Carlton), this Elway’s also works for a […]
It could be easy to miss this subterranean cocktail lounge when visiting busy Larimer Square; its door decal gives away no secrets, but the words “cocktail lounge” can be seen in the transom window above, along with a neon sign shaped like a Monstera leaf. Upon entering, guests descend a stairwell decorated with globe pendant […]
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Epernay opened in early 2013 right in front of the Denver Performing Arts Complex, a place that can certainly use spots that serve stylish, quick snacks before and after shows. And Epernay definitely has the stylish down: The dining room features frosted glass, a bamboo divider and a wall-sized underwater photo that makes you feel […]
The Udi’s Bakery Cafes scattered around town underwent a somewhat confusing name change in 2014, becoming Etai’s Bakery Cafes. What hasn’t changed is the comfortable neighborhood vibe and the great food. This downtown Denver location is open for breakfast and lunch, serving up a variety of hot and cold sandwiches (try the artichoke Brie panini), […]
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With a large patio and huge, wood-accented interior, Fad
You’re probably familiar with Falafel King’s line of dips and pitas, which are ubiquitous in grocery stores around town. This downtown food-court outpost of the Boulder-based mini-chain serves up a reliable and tasty lunch for downtown workers. For less than ten bucks, you can stuff yourself with many Middle Eastern delights, including that smoky baba […]
Joshua Pollack, a New Jersey native, has been on a mission to bring a taste of the East Coast to Denver since opening his first Rosenberg’s Bagels location in 2014. With Famous Original J’s at the 715 Club, he’s given the city a slice window of the highest quality. Yes, you can get whole pies […]
Vertical farm, restaurant and market combo Farm & Market opened its doors in RiNo in September 2023, when it started slinging soups and salads with produce grown on its 1,100 hydroponic towers. The effort, which is fully wind-powered, comprises a farm; a market stand where consumers can buy produce like orange thyme, Black Magic kale […]
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This indoor/outdoor craft-cocktail bar built on the grounds of an old salvage yard has a dedication to quality without the accompanying attitude. As one of Denver’s top temples of mixology, there’s almost always a bowl of punch on special, and the tap list is a continuing exploration of rare beer styles. While summer nights are […]
Picture a romantic fire. Savor the kindling aroma. Soak in the warm hues. At FIRE, you can curate your own experience. On the terrace, you can delight in flavorful drinks and bites atop the bustling Broadway. Come for the sunset, or take in the city’s night lights as you gather around the crackling flames. Creative […]
Over a decade ago, Kevin Morrison launched a food truck that became Tacos, Tequila, Whiskey (aka Pinche Tacos). In 2016, he added a new concept in a small, lively space in RiNo, where oysters are cooked over an open fire and other wood-fired and crowd-pleasing entrees like beer-battered cod and fries are cooked in the […]
