Ironton Distillery and Crafthouse

The spirits at this RiNo distillery are brought to life in custom-made stills and include genièvre, rye aquavit, rum, absinthe, whiskey and even a gin made with ponderosa pine needles sourced from a tree growing on the tasting room’s 10,000-square-foot, dog-friendly patio. Sip on a local beer or an option from a heavy-hitting drink list […]

Dandy Lion Coffee

Once located inside Zeppelin Station, Dandy Lion made a move to Park Hill in September 2021. With the move, owners Duc Huynh (the man behind banh mi favorite Vinh Xuong Bakery) and his wife, Dominique, added a unique spin: The latest iteration of Dandy Lion is part coffee shop, part plant store. Lush with greenery, […]

SK Provisions

The “SK” in Denver Central Market’s SK Provisions stands for longtime Denver restaurateur Sean Kelly, and even though he’s operating out of a simple market stall these days, Kelly’s fine-dining experience at Barolo Grill, Aubergine Cafe and Desmond shines through. There’s a deli counter of tasty prepared salads and sides, but the real draw of […]

Booz Hall

Booz Hall is the first of its kind: a collection of several tasting rooms for Colorado wine and spirits producers under one roof. The opening lineup comprises Jackrabbit Hill Winery, 3 Hundred Days of Shine, Rising Sun Distillery, Woods High Mountain Distillery and State 38 Distillery, all offering samples of their wares, plus mixed drinks […]

Big Trouble

How do you know when you’re in Big Trouble? Just ascend the sweeping wooden staircase until you see a sign that reads “You’re in Big Trouble.” This mezzanine-level bar is Kiss + Ride’s more upscale counterpart, boasting an Asian-alley theme and some almost futuristic drink options. The highball, for example, is served from a Suntory […]

Corner Ramen & Poke

This spot, which opened in north Denver in 2016 (in the former home of Daddy Bruce’s Bar-B-Que) is simply furnished. But what it lacks in ambience, it makes up for in quality. The bacon-wrapped mochi appetizer is a must-order, though the poke bowls are the spot’s specialty and come with a choice of seven savory […]