Consolidated "Restaurants at DEN or in the greater Denver area" thread
Oct 20, 2004, 9:27 pm
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Gourmet Mag’s (Oct 04) “Big Deal / Good Deal” restaurants for Denver/Boulder
Big Deal = Gourmet, Elegant food
Good Deal = “cheap” local’s spots
Big Deal Restaurants:
Brasserie Rouge
1801 Wynkoop Street
Denver
303.991.2242
The Kitchen
1039 Pearl Street
Boulder
303.544.5973
Good Deal Restaurants:
JJ Chinese Restaurant
1048 South Federal Blvd
Denver
303.934.8888
M&D's Cafe
2000 East 28th Avenue
Denver
303.296.1760
Big Deal = Gourmet, Elegant food
Good Deal = “cheap” local’s spots
Big Deal Restaurants:
Brasserie Rouge
1801 Wynkoop Street
Denver
303.991.2242
The Kitchen
1039 Pearl Street
Boulder
303.544.5973
Good Deal Restaurants:
JJ Chinese Restaurant
1048 South Federal Blvd
Denver
303.934.8888
M&D's Cafe
2000 East 28th Avenue
Denver
303.296.1760
Feb 21, 2005, 10:21 pm
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Denver Restaurant Week: $52.80 per couple
Next week is Denver Restaurant Week, a great way to sample of the town's best restaurants at a great "prix fixe" deal. Because Denver is the "mile high" city, all meals are available for $52.80 per couple (5,280 feet = 1 mile). Most of the restaurants, it looks like, have set three- and four-course meal selections at that price.
More information at:
http://www.denver.org/drw/default.asp
For some of the more ritzy restaurants (Tante Louise, Table 6, etc.), I would definitely recommend reservations.
More information at:
http://www.denver.org/drw/default.asp
For some of the more ritzy restaurants (Tante Louise, Table 6, etc.), I would definitely recommend reservations.
Jun 6, 2005, 3:41 pm
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Denver Dining
Anyone have any up-to-date suggestions/recommendations for dinner destinations in Denver? I've searched both this and the Dining Buzz forum for posts but they are all from 2003.
The dinner would be semi-business orientated for a group of about 7 guys and I would prefer something "different" rather than the regular options. We'll be located at the Adams Mark Hotel (my first time here in Denver) and if there's something close by then great. But, I would also consider a short cab/limo ride for a really special restaurant. Thanks for any help.
David
The dinner would be semi-business orientated for a group of about 7 guys and I would prefer something "different" rather than the regular options. We'll be located at the Adams Mark Hotel (my first time here in Denver) and if there's something close by then great. But, I would also consider a short cab/limo ride for a really special restaurant. Thanks for any help.
David
Jun 8, 2005, 9:24 am
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Just search this forum (and DiningBuzz) for "Denver." A number of the threads from the last 18 months deal with or include restaurant suggestions. Also, search both forums for "LoDo" (meaning lower downtown) so see if there are places in walking distance which might interest you. For a bit further away if that is an option, search on Boulder.
A little more guidance as to what you would prefer might help people come up with suggestions. Great steakhouse? Italian? Seafood? Japanese? Mexican/Tex-Mex? Germna? Bar-B-Que? Wine list? Cigar room? Many restaurants in the area have become or are moving toward being all non-smoking; if that would be preferred (or a problem), mention that as well. Are you looking for a dining experience which will last several hours, or are you looking for a 1-2 hour meal so that you can do some bar-hopping or other entertainment afterwards?
One thought: Up in Westminster (10-15 miles), there is an outdoor mall with 4+ pretty good sit-down restaurants (Thai, Japanese, Italian, Brewpub), a Dave & Busters (game room/bar/ restaurant), glow-in-the-dark putt-putt golf, bowling, movie theater, etc. if you wanted someplace away from downtown to cab to and from. There are other comparable offerings at other places around the metro area.
A little more guidance as to what you would prefer might help people come up with suggestions. Great steakhouse? Italian? Seafood? Japanese? Mexican/Tex-Mex? Germna? Bar-B-Que? Wine list? Cigar room? Many restaurants in the area have become or are moving toward being all non-smoking; if that would be preferred (or a problem), mention that as well. Are you looking for a dining experience which will last several hours, or are you looking for a 1-2 hour meal so that you can do some bar-hopping or other entertainment afterwards?
One thought: Up in Westminster (10-15 miles), there is an outdoor mall with 4+ pretty good sit-down restaurants (Thai, Japanese, Italian, Brewpub), a Dave & Busters (game room/bar/ restaurant), glow-in-the-dark putt-putt golf, bowling, movie theater, etc. if you wanted someplace away from downtown to cab to and from. There are other comparable offerings at other places around the metro area.
Jun 8, 2005, 10:45 am
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You can also take the Light Rail to the Buckhorn Exchange just across the street from the 10th and Osage station.
Jul 11, 2005, 7:23 pm
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Cheap dining according to City Search
http://denver.citysearch.com/bestof/...005/cheap_eats
1. CityPub South
3575 S. Yosemite, Denver, CO
2. Wahoo's Fish Taco
1521 Blake St, Denver, CO
Take a refreshing break from fast food with fusion surf fare.
3. Tommy's Thai
3410 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
This remodeled Congress Park favorite still serves up simple, tasty, inexpensive Thai food.
4. The Old Spaghetti Factory
1215 18TH St, Denver, CO
Kitschy Italian restaurant churns out heaping plates of pasta that won't break the bank.
5. Jerusalem Restaurant
1890 E Evans Ave, Denver, CO
Serving up Denver's most authentic Middle Eastern cuisine into the wee hours.
6. Blue Bonnet Cafe and Lounge
457 S Broadway, Denver, CO
This long-standing Mexican food institution is still a crowd pleaser.
7. Cherry Cricket
2641 E 2nd Ave, Denver, CO
A dark burger dive in the midst of swank Cherry Creek North.
8. Jack-N-Grill
2524 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO
9. Jim's Burger Haven
7855 Sheridan Blvd, Arvada, CO
10. Tom's Home Cookin'
800 E 26TH Ave, Denver, CO
Rejoice, lovers of Southern-style cooking. This place has what you need.
http://denver.citysearch.com/bestof/...005/cheap_eats
1. CityPub South
3575 S. Yosemite, Denver, CO
2. Wahoo's Fish Taco
1521 Blake St, Denver, CO
Take a refreshing break from fast food with fusion surf fare.
3. Tommy's Thai
3410 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
This remodeled Congress Park favorite still serves up simple, tasty, inexpensive Thai food.
4. The Old Spaghetti Factory
1215 18TH St, Denver, CO
Kitschy Italian restaurant churns out heaping plates of pasta that won't break the bank.
5. Jerusalem Restaurant
1890 E Evans Ave, Denver, CO
Serving up Denver's most authentic Middle Eastern cuisine into the wee hours.
6. Blue Bonnet Cafe and Lounge
457 S Broadway, Denver, CO
This long-standing Mexican food institution is still a crowd pleaser.
7. Cherry Cricket
2641 E 2nd Ave, Denver, CO
A dark burger dive in the midst of swank Cherry Creek North.
8. Jack-N-Grill
2524 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO
9. Jim's Burger Haven
7855 Sheridan Blvd, Arvada, CO
10. Tom's Home Cookin'
800 E 26TH Ave, Denver, CO
Rejoice, lovers of Southern-style cooking. This place has what you need.
Jan 20, 2006, 4:38 pm
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Jan 20, 2006, 9:50 pm
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Originally Posted by TRRed
Just had dinner at Little India tonight. Excellent Indian food and perfect service. It's not as fancy as some of the other restaurants, but one heck of a choice if you're in the mood for Indian.
Also, I'd recommend staying away from the Altitudes at the new Hyatt - Convention Center. Mrs. nfc and I tried having lunch there yesterday and it was an absolute disaster. First time I've ever been in a restaurant that has lied repeatedly and run out of food. The restaurant has only been open for a few weeks, but the service issues are impossible to overlook. Hopefully, they'll straighten them out. However, it's not worth ruining a nice night out.
Jan 21, 2006, 8:18 am
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New York's is back again too, but watch the prices, the place we usually go as a group for lunch is actually raising their price to match the restaurant prices for the week.
Jan 23, 2006, 1:03 am
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I highly recommend Tamayo for a great Mango Mojito and authentic Mexican...no tex-mex here.
Food is great. Located in Larimer sqaure. In nice weather, the ambiance in the rooftop cafe is great.
Food is great. Located in Larimer sqaure. In nice weather, the ambiance in the rooftop cafe is great.
May 10, 2006, 8:40 am
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Breakfast at DEN?
I need to get to Denver Airport early on Saturday morning, as I need to go to the UA ticket counter and have my ticket reissued. 
Since I want to make sure I have enough time, I'm planning to get out to DIA around 2.5 hours before flight time. If I don't need 2 hours at the UA ticket counter, I'd like to eat breakfast before my flight. All I've ever seen at DIA is fast food. Is there actually a real restaurant / coffee shop where I can get a regular sit-down breakfast (i.e., like eggs & potatoes and toast)? If so, a) where is it, and b) is it any good?
Since I want to make sure I have enough time, I'm planning to get out to DIA around 2.5 hours before flight time. If I don't need 2 hours at the UA ticket counter, I'd like to eat breakfast before my flight. All I've ever seen at DIA is fast food. Is there actually a real restaurant / coffee shop where I can get a regular sit-down breakfast (i.e., like eggs & potatoes and toast)? If so, a) where is it, and b) is it any good?
May 11, 2006, 10:34 pm
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I think SomeGuy may be thinking of Pour La France. I know of one location in the hub of Concourse B; www.Flydenver.com (which lists restaurants) indicates there is also one in the terminal. Wolfgang Puck's (also in Concourse B) may also offer something a little better than fast food for breakfast. It's been a long time since I've had breakfast at DIA, so I don't remember anything about the quality. If I were in your shoes, I'd clear security and head to B and check out those two places.