Located in the basement of Republic Plaza off the 16th Street Mall, El Azteca holds the Mexican-food slot in this throwback food court. (There’s also a Chick-Fil-A, a Falafel King and nods to quick Chinese, Japanese, pizza and…yeah, you get the idea.) But while this is a lunch spot, with a clientele made up almost […]
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Established in 1962, El Charrito has long been one of downtown’s classic dives. It’s been closed a few times over the years, but new owners took over the spot in 2009 and now call it a “five-star dive bar.” It’s got a new-world feel while still retaining some of its old-school charm. El Charrito serves […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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