Restaurant Roll Call: Every Opening and Closing in 2025
Over 300 new spots joined the scene in 2025, but at lot shut their doors as well.
Openings & Closings
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Beloved Guatemala-Inspired Cafe Expanding to Downtown
“As a small, women-owned cafe, growth is something we approach with care and intention.”
Ready for an Adventure? New Baker Bar Will Feature Rotating Themes
“Adventure Time Bar is about creating a true escape.”
‘The Gates of Hell Are Closing’: Downtown Tiki Bar Is Saying Goodbye…for Now
The sister bar it shares space with on Blake Street is shutting down, too — for good.
Every Opening and Closing This Week: Four Spots Shutter
One of the city’s best breweries has poured its last beer.
Ten Bygone Denver Restaurants We Miss the Most
Where do you wish you could dine one more time?
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Sanitas Brewing Co. Drains Its Last Train Beer
“It is no secret that the craft beer industry is currently facing significant challenges that impact business viability.”
Plant Daddy Influencer Kossi Tchenawou Launches OnlyPlants
Kossi Tchenawou (a.k.a. K_Wossie) launched the plant shop in Dairy Block’s Free Market earlier this month.
Ten Biggest Denver Restaurant Closures of 2025
Which spots do you miss the most?
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Chef Johnny Curiel Opening His First Tasting Menu Restaurant in RiNo
It will be his sixth restaurant in the metro area when it debuts.
Every Opening and Closing This Week: Five New Spots to Try
One comes from a popular food truck-turned brick-and-mortar.
Eight Most Anticipated Denver Restaurant Openings This Winter
One has been in the works since 2022.
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‘Dick Move’ Closes Popular Denver Bakery Just Before the Holiday Rush
According to the owner, the City of Denver backed out of a January 20, 2026, tax payment-plan deadline.
South Broadway Y2K-Themed Bar Opening Soon
The nostalgic new spot features Nintendo 64, board games, and cocktails like the Teddy Graham
First Look: Johnny Bechamel’s Brings Fun Italian Fare to Wash Park
The owners of Dio Mio and Redeemer Pizza have another hit on their hands.
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Your Mom’s House Seized by City for Unpaid Taxes
The venue has been the focus of multiple claims from former employees.
Popular Sandwich Shop Mr Lucky’s Closing Both Denver Locations
It’s a go-to in Capitol Hill and LoHi for affordable lunch breaks.
New Restaurant Coming to Former Fruition Space This Spring
It comes from a familiar name in the scene.
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Long-Awaited Elyria Swansea Pickleball Venue Opening in January
It includes twelve courts, two bars, a food program featuring Neapolitan pizza and more.
Riot House Closes as Monfort Scales Back LoDo Plans
The nightclub blamed its closure on “ongoing market challenges.”
Boulder Spanish Eatery Makes Most Anticipated U.S. Restaurants List
It’s set to open in February but it’s already getting national buzz.
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Michelin-Recognized Team Announces Opening Date for Italian Eatery in RiNo
The project has been in the works for over a year and a half.