International chef/entrepreneur Richard Sandoval’s first restaurant in Denver was the “modern Mexican” Tamayo, but he didn’t stop with that flagship spot in Larimer Square. He opened the very urban Zengo, then Al Lado, in the heart of the Platte Valley. But for more far-flung, suburban locations – in Park Meadows and Northfield/Stapleton – he had […]
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There was a collective pause when Lady Justice announced it was leaving north Aurora for Englewood. The Aurora scene has recovered nicely, though, with the opening of several standout breweries and a cidery in that area. And Lady Justice sorely needed an expanded taproom. The brewery can now hold bigger and better events, regularly filling […]
Back in 2000, Land of Sushi opened in a strip mall across from what was then Southglenn Mall – now the Streets at SouthGlenn – and quickly made a splash. Over the years, the spot has just gotten better. While the seafood selection is impressive, the restaurant itself is comfortable but modest. But you’ll forget […]
Located off I-25 near Belleview and Quebec, this six-screen theater features mostly independent and foreign-language films. Amenities include digital sound, stadium seating, a bar and lounge offering beer, wine, and cocktails, a special concessions menu with popcorn and fountain drinks included in the price of admission, and VIP service including deluxe seating and in-theater wait […]
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Located in Highlands Ranch, Lansdowne Arms is essentially a modern take on a traditional Irish pub. The moniker was borrowed from Lansdowne Road Stadium in Dublin, the oldest of the international rugby union’s grounds, hosting Ireland’s matches since 1878. The pub serves updated versions of traditional Irish favorites, like shepherd’s pie and fish and chips, […]
When Las Brisas opened back in 1987, it was the first of the white-tablecloth Mexican restaurants, complete with giant swordfish on the walls, high-backed white-wicker chairs and food that’s a combination of Mexican standards glamorized by fancy sauces and coastal resort food and kept down to earth by a little abuelita-style Tex-Mex. Las Brisas also […]
You may not even know that Denver has a Bolivian restaurant, much less what kind of food you’ll find at Las Salte
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When Andy Nelson and Jason Reinhardt opened Locavore Beer Works in Littleton, their goal was to keep it local. “We use the concentric-ring model and only go outside of that if certain goods or services aren’t available,” says Nelson, adding that the brewery is committed to supporting neighborhood businesses as much as possible. That means […]
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Lodo’s is renowned for its stunning rooftop bar, within throwing distance of Coors Field, and its cheap drinks. But it also deserves praise for its sizable menu, which offers something for everyone, including such off-the-beaten-path (or at least baby steps off the beaten path) selections like Kobe beef sliders, turkey served on a pretzel roll, […]
Formerly known as Funtastic Fun, Lollipop Park is an indoor children’s amusement park serving Denver ten-and-under crowd. A popular birthday party destination, the indoor facility includes a full-size ferris wheel, carousel and bounce house, as well as many more activities. Unlike other amusement centers, Lollipop Park does not require a minimum number of kids, nor […]
The Lone Tree Arts Center opened in 2011 as one of the area’s premier performing-arts venues, hosting music, theater and dance events as well as promoting arts education for children. The 500-seat main-stage theater, with orchestra and balcony seating, has state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems. There’s also an adaptable 225-seat event hall for more intimate […]
Lone Tree Brewing Company brought Denver’s craft beer revolution to the southeastern suburbs in 2011 when business partners Jason Wiedmaier and John Winter, who had met as homebrewing enthusiasts, opened their small, family-friendly taproom. Since then, they’ve developed a wide variety of beers and a a regular clientele who enjoy spending time at this craft […]