Brothers BBQ

A born-and-bred Colorado chain founded by the British O’Sullivan brothers in 1998, Brothers offers everything a traditional barbecue joint must: ribs, brisket, pulled pork, chicken and hot links, to be slathered with any of the array of homemade sauces. You can order those meats on sandwiches or in plate specials, family packs or even by […]

Bruno’s Italian Bistro

Locally owned and operated, Bruno’s Italian offers diners a cozy bistro experience. Open for lunch and dinner, this comfortable Italian restaurant features hot soups, cool salads, handmade thin-crust pizzas and imported pastas, as well as delicious chicken, veal, steak and seafood entrees and a signature slow-simmered osso buco. Pair your meal with a selection from […]

Bruxie

After getting its start in California, Bruxie chose Colorado for its first out-of-state store, opening on South Colorado Boulevard in early 2014. “We knew we wanted to take our concept out of Orange County, and as we were thinking of cities that really appreciate good food, Denver, from our perspective, was front and center as […]

Caldonia’s Bar-B-Que

For more than twenty years, this very casual, sports-oriented spot has been cooking up credible BBQ, right down to the sweet, hickory-smokey Oklahoma-style sauce. While you’re munching, watch the big game on one of the many TVs; in the summer, hit the huge deck to ogle the babes playing volleyball.

Canine Fitness and Fun Center

What sets Canine Fitness and Fun Center apart from other doggy daycare centers is its heated indoor swimming pool. In addition to four indoor and outdoor play areas, the center boasts a 25′ x 13′ x 4′ swimming pool for pooches of all shapes and sizes. Many dogs love the water, and here they can […]

Chopstix Fusion

The word ‘fusion’ can be a red flag for diners looking for pure flavors undiluted by American or European tastes, but in the case of Chopstix, which opened in May, it’s simply an indication that you’ll find a smattering of Thai dishes on a menu that otherwise offers a deep taste of Hong Kong – […]

Chronorado Medical

Not every pot shop needs publicity or an online presence to thrive in today’s weed market. Some still rely on the old tricks, like potent products and helpful service. And Chronorado, a medical-only dispensary open since 2010, has more than a few old tricks up its sleeve. Managers have been known to chat with patients […]

Comrade Brewing

“Welkome to the Party.” That’s the motto for Comrade Brewing, which opened in southeast Denver in 2014 with “back-to-basics” beers — like a kolsch, an IPA, an Irish red and a milk stout — and a tongue-in-cheek nod to Communism. But owner David Lin says he’s really celebrating the camaraderie that the craft brewing industry […]

Copper Kettle Brewing

Copper Kettle Brewing opened in April 2011 on the border of Denver and Aurora, hoping to fill a geographic hole in the metro area’s craft-beer scene. But owners Jeremy Gobien and Kristen Kozik had no idea just how thirsty their neighbors would be: Within months, they expanded their brewing capacity by 166 percent. The taphouse […]

Crown Burgers

The casual, kitschy Crown Burgers has been around since 1987, when George Brokalakis opened the place with the same name and menu as a small chain founded in Salt Lake City, where he lived before moving to the Mile High. But this place is pure Denver: Both inside the dining room and from the drive-thru […]

The Dam Grille

Situated in a strip mall not far from Cherry Creek Reservoir, the Dam Grille is pretty damn serious about sports, boasting more than a dozen HD TVs and a 100-inch projector screen within its confines. There’s a horseshoe-shaped bar in the good-sized room, along with plenty of seating for those watching a game. That bar […]

Darcy’s Bistro & Pub

Located in an upscale DTC strip mall, Darcy’s Irish Pub and Bistro is a chic eatery/Irish-pub hybrid that caters to an after-work crowd. Three seating areas complement the social atmosphere: a dark wood bar (with the requisite Irish ales and whiskeys on tap), a dining area with tables and booths, and a cozy library in […]

Dave & Buster’s

While Dave & Buster’s has been at 2000 South Colorado Boulevard for fourteen years, the spot became the first of 56 locations nationwide to get a full-on facelift in November 2011, as part of the company’s rebranding process. With this update, the original oak-and-brass accoutrements spread throughout the 65,000-square-foot venue have been phased out in […]