The Regular Event Center

In 2025, Syd Younggreen and her husband, chef Brian de Souza, transformed their moody fine-dining restaurant into a full-time event center that also hosts monthly guest chef dinners.

The Retro Room

Pickle shots (and plenty of other flavored infusions) are what this LoDo bar is best known for. The comfy joint, which opened in 2008, has lots of space, exposed brick, darts, killer drink specials, and a menu that includes burgers, sandwiches, wraps and appetizers, along with patios in front and in back. It’s also connected […]

Rhein Haus

Seattle import Rhein Haus took over the former Old Chicago space in LoDo in late 2015, adding a second floor, beautiful Teutonic bars in dark, ornate woods and indoor bocce for those who can’t sit down with their stein of German lager. But you should sit down, whether at the bar or a booth, for […]

Rino Country Club

There are a few reasons that this bar has become one of our favorite spots to pre-game for shows at Mission Ballroom since it opened in 2022. First, it has some solid drink specials, making it way more affordable than ordering booze at the music venue. It’s also home to a nine-hole mini golf course, […]

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

The Rio Grande got its start in 1986 in Fort Collins, where college students came to rely on the incredibly strong margaritas – limit three per customer, and no revealing the secret recipe – and big plates of gringo Mexican fare. Today, inspired by owner Pat McGaughran’s early trips to the Yucatan peninsula, the menu […]

Rioja

It’s been two decades since Beth Gruitch and chef Jennifer Jasinski opened Rioja, which has remained a staple in Larimer Square even as the area has gone through some big changes. In 2024, ahead of the anniversary of their flagship eatery, the two reorganized their Crafted Concepts restaurant group to focus on their beloved “baby” […]

RISE Comedy

RISE Comedy (formerly Voodoo Comedy Playhouse), which opened in 2011, bills itself as Denver’s only improv comedy bar and theater. The venue, which has a full bar stocked with local brews, boasts a variety of original improv and sketch comedy five nights a week and offers classes in improv and standup. In addition to comedy, […]

The Ritz-Carlton, Denver

A luxurious hotel with plenty of accommodations, including spacious rooms and suites, a fitness club with a pool and basketball court and a full-service spa — not to mention the downtown location of Elway’s steakhouse.

River Bar & Gallery

River, which is located in the former home of the notorious Welcome Inn, is unlike any other bar in Denver. Part art gallery, it often hosts tents with artist pop-ups out front, as well as food trucks and vendors perched around the building. Inside, you can get down on the dance floor, listen to live […]