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Hot Times Ahead: More than a Dozen Free Things to Do in Denver This Weekend

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Openings & Closings

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Restaurants

Three New Food Halls Are Coming to Westminster

By Cynthia BarnesMarch 23, 2026

The trend is slowing down in other cities, while it’s gaining steam in this suburb.

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Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Union Station’s New Eatery and More

By Molly MartinMarch 21, 2026

It’s one of eight new spots that debuted.

front of Spice Trade Brewing
Bars & Breweries

Yak & Yeti Is Out, Spice Trade Is Coming Back in Greenwood Village

By Brendan Joel KelleyMarch 20, 2026

“We’re going to use our community as the north star of where we go next.”

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Restaurants

Japanese Restaurant to Replace Longtime Centennial Barbecue Staple

By Antony BrunoMarch 19, 2026

Smoked meats are out, sushi is in.

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Restaurants

It’s All-in on an All-New Era at the Former Rockbar on Colfax

By Molly MartinMarch 18, 2026

Meet FiNO, the bar and restaurant inside the revamped All Inn Hotel.

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Restaurants

Nine Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings This Spring

By Molly MartinMarch 17, 2026

Whet your appetite!

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Restaurants

Riot BBQ Owners Opening New Chicken-Focused Eatery

By Molly MartinMarch 16, 2026

It will debut on Thursday, March 26.

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Restaurants

Upscale Steakhouse Chain Debuts Second Colorado Location

By Molly MartinMarch 16, 2026

Its first restaurant in the state has been a Larimer Square staple for over two decades.

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Restaurants

Downtown Mexican Restaurant Reopens on 16th Street

By Patricia CalhounMarch 16, 2026

Welcome back, giant margaritas.

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Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Colfax Doubles Down on Dim Sum and More

By Molly MartinMarch 14, 2026

It was another busy week in the dining scene.

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Shops & Markets

James Beard-Nominated Bakery Moves Into Its New, Bigger Home

By Antony BrunoMarch 12, 2026

With nearly double the space, it can ramp up production to meet its very high demand.

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Restaurants

Sunnyside Ramen Staple Rebrands Under New Ownership

By Gil AsakawaMarch 11, 2026

Its original owner has decided to move back to Japan.

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Bars & Breweries

Subterranean South Broadway HiFi Bar Debuts Today

By Molly MartinMarch 10, 2026

The city’s newest listening bar promises an “intimate European basement experience.”

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Restaurants

Downtown Tasting-Menu Spot Shutters Four Months After Reopening

By Molly MartinMarch 9, 2026

Guests have been left in the dark at The Guest.

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Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Eight New Additions

By Molly MartinMarch 7, 2026

A growing local Mexican chain has moved into the former El Tepehuan in Englewood.

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Bars & Breweries

The End of an Era: World-Famous Dark Horse Will Go Dark March 14

By Molly MartinMarch 6, 2026

“Every laugh, story and shared moment made has built the legacy that will live on long after our doors close.”

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Restaurants

Popular Mexican Restaurant Closed Temporarily Following Fire

By Molly MartinMarch 5, 2026

Flames were visible from the roof from a fire that started in the kitchen on March 3.

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Bars & Breweries

Beer Is Back at Popular Broadway Hot Chicken Joint

By Gabe TothMarch 5, 2026

“We did it. Our liquor license is approved. Fully. FINALLY.”

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Bars & Breweries

Denver’s First Distillery Pub Announces Upcoming Closure

By Gabe TothMarch 3, 2026

“We’re a small little spot that makes really great products from scratch, and it’s definitely hard to weather these ups and downs.”

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Restaurants

Restaurant Roll Call: Every Opening and Closing in February

By Molly MartinFebruary 28, 2026

Join the club: Aguanile celebrates Puerto Rican culture, while Casa Juani serves up the soul of Spain.

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Shops & Markets

Aurora Is Now Home to the Largest Hispanic Food Hall in the Country

By Sara RosenthalFebruary 25, 2026

Take a peek inside…

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Bars & Breweries

Food, Music and Community: Puerto Rican Social Club Opening In Denver

By Antony BrunoFebruary 23, 2026

“This isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a piece of my heritage, my family and my story.”

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