Eating in this museum of kitsch is like dining inside a cuckoo clock — one that smells faintly of beer and boiled cabbage and echoes with oompah music. But if you can get past the Old World shlock, you’ll enjoy fantastic views and food that’s primarily Germanic (with the occasional detour into other Eastern European […]
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A staple in Eastern Europe, the kolache stuffs a doughy, slightly sweet, freshly baked bun with everything from eggs and bacon to ham and cheese to chocolate cream cheese. The Kolache Factory, part of a Houston-based chain, offers a couple dozen varieties to choose from — and they’re all cheap. But get there early if […]
A damn cool spot stocked with seventeen beers on tap, including Boddingtons, Kronenbourg, Hoegaarden, Beamish Irish Stout and a few local microbrews. The place is jumping too, especially on Mondays, when the lovely and talented Angie Stevens holds court at the weekly open stage. And on Saturdays, there’s a steady stream of live blues and […]
The trio of spots in this homegrown chain of diners all feature huge skillet breakfasts and dense homemade cinnamon rolls, along with top-quality meats (don’t miss the corned-beef hash) and an array of dishes perfect for hangover cures. The uniformly cheerful servers will leave a whole pot of coffee at your table, or you can […]
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Dino’s has been around for decades, serving Italian comfort food to generations of Denverites. The unchanging decor has all the charm of a true-blue Italian family restaurant; the unchanging menu offers such standards as pizza and pasta, overflowing with red sauce to mop up with Dino’s garlic bread.
The reopening of the iconic pink palace under new owners Trey Parker and Matt Stone has been a South Park-worthy saga. While some people are frustrated by the ongoing, email-only invite system, those who have snagged a reservation can attest to the fact that the controlled crowds add to the magic. Yes, chef Dana Rodriguez […]
Tin Star is a small storefront cafe mixed in among all the other small storefront cafes, bars, art galleries and purveyors of knickknackery that shoulder up along Evergreen’s high street. It’s a nondescript space — but it happens to house the perfect restaurant concept. Because Tin Star serves only two things: barbecue and doughnuts, both […]
Belmar, a modern development in Lakewood, boasts over eighty hip shops and restaurants, as well as one hip skating rink. Open from November to March, the outdoor rink serves skaters until after dark. Renting skates will run you $3; adults pay $6 ($4 for kids 12 and under) for one hour of skating.
Golden Goal began as an indoor soccer facility in Golden, but in recent years it’s expanded to allow for other activities. Two state-of-the-art turf fields handle soccer leagues of all ages; there’s also a dodgeball league and a frisbee league. The fields and batting cages are all available to rent for daily or hourly prices.
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Fox Hollow in Lakewood boasts three distinct sets of nine-hole golf courses that will accommodate all abilities, and they’re surrounded by stunning Rocky Mountain views. With junior golf programs, indoor and outdoor dining, and opportunities for weddings and events, Fox Hollow is a quiet escape from the nearby city.
A cycling research library and museum of cycling history, with a mock 1889 bicycle repair shop and exhibits of Victorian-era bikes and bicycling accessories and clothing, located in Golden along the Lariat Loop Scenic and Historic Byway.
Known for its karaoke nights, the friendly regulars at this funky Lakewood dive are fairly supportive of anyone who wants to take a shot grabbing the microphone and belting (or at least trying) out a tune. With decently priced drinks, which can be quite strong at times, it’s not going to bust your wallet getting […]
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Located in Golden, not too far from the Coors brewery, In the Zone is first and foremost a sports bar. With eighty flat-screen TVs spread around the huge place (it’s home to a 120-foot bar), chances are that any game that’s on will be showing on one of the screens, whether it’s professional or college […]
Cabin Creek is the first stable, solid location for owners John and Christi Patrick, barbecue veterans who got their start in catering. While Cabin Creek still does a tremendous amount of catering (including whole pigs for luaus), a lot of cars screech to a halt here for a fast hit of barbecue. The meats are […]
