Coors Field
Neighborhood: Northwest, Five Points

2001 Blake St
Denver, CO 80205

Peter M. writes: Let me tell you why my ballpark is better than your ball park:

$6 dollar beers, where yours are $8.
I'll take a rock pile over a 'green monster' any day.
We're a roid free environment (Ya hear that, Barry!!!)
It sits in a phenomenal part of a phenomenal…

Snooze
Neighborhood: Northwest, Five Points

2262 Larimer St.
Denver, CO 80238

Jesse B. writes: Another Tuesday morning of "working from home" I take the short trip into town with my BFF for some breakfast.  Still suffering from some strange illness create by too much drinking 3 days before. I choose to abstain from the usual Bloody Mary so I…

City, O' City
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

206 E 13th Ave
Denver, CO 80203

misha r. writes: Questions to ponder at City O' City:

Could the staff be too funky?
Is the kitchen crew clean enough to be touching food?
What's with all the faux hawks?
Why are they all chewing?
What are they chewing?!
Why are there so many staff members eating and…

Chautauqua

Baseline & 10th
Boulder, CO 80305

Ali S. writes: Chautauqua is a great park, with all the classic park amenities.  However, I want to write about the real reason many of us visit Chautauqua- to park and access the trails in and around the flatirons.

The reason I give 4 stars is because everyone and…

The Cruise Room
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

Oxford Hotel
1600 17th St
Denver, CO 80238

Mary Jo S. writes: There is not much more to say about the Cruise Room except it is timeless and sexy. The low lights, decor, and overall gold tone exudes sex! Add the exotic martinis in the beautiful stemware and it really exudes sex. And if walls could talk, I know…

Jerusalem Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southeast, University

1890 E Evans Ave
Denver, CO 80210

Karli F. writes: Every once a while I get a craving for Jerusalem's.  Not because its a beautiful place to eat.  Not because the wait staff are especially cordial.  Not because the dining room is impeccably clean or roomy.  

I get Jerusalem's cravings because they…

Rioja
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1431 Larimer St
Denver, CO 80202

Lindsey N. writes: Ever year, I agonize over where to go for my "Birthday Dinner".  As a foodie, it's a BIG DEAL.  I like to try somewhere new, and also go somewhere that costs a bit more than I spend in an average evening.  After consulting with my helpful Yelp crew,…

Le Central
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

112 E 8th Ave
Denver, CO 80203

kym b. writes: Way back when, in my days of Service Industry Minionship, I applied for a server position at Le Central. Not only do they ask if you speak French (I do... -ish), but there's an actual written TEST on French cuisine and wine regions that they give…

Anthony's Pizza & Pasta
Neighborhood: Northwest, CBD

1550 California St
Denver, CO 80202

Marie G. writes: Still my favorite, especially when many downtown don't even deliver!
Love the NY style...
Talk about great pizza - yes real fold the slice in two kind of pizza. The Kind of pizza that leaves flour on your clothes from the dusting. Crisp crust with…

Three Kings Tavern
Neighborhood: Southwest, Speer

60 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80238

kym b. writes: There are a lot of cool bars in Denver. In fact, there are a lot of cool bars in this five block stretch of South Broadway. But if you're looking to do some serious, no-holds barred drinking, Three Kings is your place.

I guess if you had to…

Table 6
Neighborhood: Southwest, Alamo Placita

609 Corona St
Denver, CO 80218

Allan C. writes: Time for another Allan Tirade about something that's pretty insignificant:  STIR FRY YOUR GREEN BEANS!

Steaming/Blanching your green beans is absolutely horrible.  I hate the texture and I hate the taste.  I think restaurants serve it more for…

Banzai Sushi
Neighborhood: Southeast

6655 Leetsdale Dr
Denver, CO 80238

Marie G. writes: Banzai definitely has a great, creative sushi menu-that said, the freshness of the sushi left a lot to be desired the night we were there, so I feel like there are other places in Denver you can go for less creativity but much better product. Also,…

Sushi Sasa
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

2401 15th St
# 80
Denver, CO 80202

Jessica H. writes: Ok, I cannot deny the sushi here and chef Corwall are dynamite. Like the roll! I have been here 4 times now and always had the same experience. Excellent fish. Melt in my mouth sashimi. Pretentious front of the house staff. Again, I go. I made…

Bump & Grind
Neighborhood: Northwest, Uptown

439 E 17th Ave
Denver, CO 80203

Amanda B. writes: I was the victim of a practical joke.  My parents were in town, from Garden City Kansas...yes I know, this conjures up severe hick visions.
I wanted to take them to brunch and I asked someone I used to know from real estate where I should go.  I…

Denver Botanic Gardens
Neighborhood: Southeast, Congress Park

1005 York St
Denver, CO 80206

mark k. writes: I like to go both in the spring and fall, although the lights in winter are gorgeous.  I loved the sculpture exhibit they had last year.  My only issue is how difficult it is to get tickets to concerts.  The whole membership thing bothers me and I…

Cafe Star
Neighborhood: Northeast, City Park

3201 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80206

Kat A. writes: Good times were had at Cafe Star last night. A colleague and I decided to visit after work. As it had just opened for the evening, we were the first to arrive.

The waitress was exceptionally nice and informative about the specials and wines, and more…

Rodizio Grill
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1801 Wynkoop St
Denver, CO 80202

Bonnie s. writes: The food is so good you will want to eat until you explode.  And for the prices they charge, you should do just that.  

But more than just awesome food, Rodizio is fun too.  They have these little wooden wands; one side is green and one is red.  If…

El Taco De Mexico
Neighborhood: Southwest, Lincoln Park

714 Santa Fe Dr
Denver, CO 80204

mark k. writes: This place is fantastic for a quick bite or for a hangover relief!
I like the bar service and the ladies there are really on top of it, even when it's busy as hell which is often.
The green chilie packs a punch and the portions are big and satisfying.…

Sputnik
Neighborhood: Southwest, Baker

7 South Broadway
Denver, CO 80209

kym b. writes: The sweet potato fries here are beyond fantastic... but that's old news. Were I just reviewing the fries along, Sputnik would get ten stars! I  love that they give you your choice of a dozen or so different dipping sauces, because I'm a girl who…

Cuba Cuba Cafe & Bar
Neighborhood: Southwest, Golden Triangle

1173 Delaware St
Denver, CO 80204

sherri s. writes: I had the pleasure of visiting Cuba Cuba on my way to Cirque a couple nights ago, and I'm thinking "it's going to be a loooong night", boyfriends mom and daughter - I have to be on my best behavior for like... hours.
Of course, as soon as we walk in -…

Lucile's Creole Cafe
Neighborhood: Southwest, Speer

275 S Logan St
Denver, CO 80209

Jenn S. writes: want to save yourself some hassle? come during a weekday.

i always order the eggs jennifer. it's basically eggs benedict with spinach, tomato and avocado minus the ham. and you get country potatoes on the side. i know! doesn't it sound great?! it…

The Thin Man
Neighborhood: Northeast

2015 E 17th Ave
Denver, CO 80206

Amy M. writes: Sad that I have to stop at 5, because this place goes to 11.  Love the patio, and the fact that it melds in with St. Mark's.  Love the decor.  LOVE the infused vodkas (pineapple on ice, apricot with a little soda, mango . . . or maybe it was guava .…

Glacier Homemade Ice Cream

3133 28th St
Boulder, CO 80301

Sara H. writes: Holy cow batman!!  This was some damn good ice cream!  I actually had the gelato.  Did you know that if you get the gelato, you can pick two flavors?  HEAVEN I tell you!  I had tiramisu and chocolate mousse flavors, I couldn't tell you which one I…

Crush
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1441 Wazee St
Denver, CO 80202

rhondita j. writes: Super nice salon.  The cut I received isn't so bad either!  Of course that's a matter of opinion but Chad did an amazing job.  I went in with a picture and an idea as to what I wanted.  Chad took the picture, added a lot of his creative hair genius,…

Colfax Ave

Colfax from Colorado
Colfax to Broadway
Denver, CO 80238

Maren C. writes: I've hobbled down Colfax Ave many, many mornings. It never judges me, just leads me to early opening bars and sweet stores. It doesn't care if I smell like last night's cigarettes or if I've got undereye circles that would scare small children, it…

Dark Horse

2922 Baseline Rd
Boulder, CO 80303

Violet A. writes: Ok, I might be biased because my father has his name up on a plaque in this place for being on the team that won the chicken wing eating contest MANY years back.

BUT.

The Dark Horse is a fantastic dive bar. And yes, it's a dive bar. It knows it is,…

ESPN Zone
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1187 16th St
Denver, CO 80202

Kendra M. writes: Come early on a Sunday during the fall.  Skip church.  Get here early on Football Sunday and grab a huge recliner in front of the huge screen for the dining area. With a waitress serving your drinks and bring you better than home better than movie…

Shotgun Willies
Neighborhood: Southeast

490 S Colorado Blvd
Denver, CO 80246

w g. writes: when a strip club owner wakes up and sits on the edge of the bed  with his head in his hands softly crying and wondering how he came to be the weak and worthless man he is today, you can be sure he is cognizant of one incontrovertible fact - his…

Lao Wang Noodle House
Neighborhood: Southwest

945 S Federal Blvd
Ste D
Denver, CO 80219

Lori M. writes: I love how there are so many unexpected ethnic finds on Federal Boulevard, like this utterly brilliant noodle house in a look-now-or-you'll miss it small mall. The simple, bare bones interior sports but a few rickety tables, and if you happen to be…

Lucky Strike Lanes
Neighborhood: Northwest, CBD

500 16th St
Denver, CO 80202

misha P. writes: I suck at bowling, I mean really bad!  I think my bowling has been called slapstick at one point, so finding a place like this is awesome.  I can hang out and be cool while everyone else plays.  there are lot's of cute guys to look at and talk to and…

Pho 79
Neighborhood: Southeast

1080 S Havana St.
Aurora, CO 80012

Carrie R. writes: It looks like an abandoned business on South Havana. There are weeds and trash in the parking lot. But the neon "open" light is burning bright, so I'm going to treat myself to lunch.

I am instantly greeted by the man who will soon be my waiter and I…

Mondo Vino
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

3601 W 32nd Ave
Denver, CO 80211

Alexandra F. writes: I am the untypical customer that wine shops hate.  "Um, hi.  I am,
well, I am trying to, um make steak tonight for my boyfriend's parents
who are in town, and um, I guess I need a wine.  Um, I am not the
biggest fan of wine, and my face kind of does…

Parisi Italian Market & Deli
Neighborhood: Northwest

4401 Tennyson St
Denver, CO 80212

Mark L. writes: What used to be a secret now has sick lines to get in on many evenings.  Great Pizzas. Gnocchi is also great.  I love the fresh basil garnish they use on tomoto sauced pastas.  Of course, there's also the dynamite deli stocked with meat and cheese as…

Izze Beverage Company

2990 Center Green Ct
Boulder, CO 80301

Hiker Chicka e. writes: Drop that cola, and pick an Izze!

"No Artificial Anything" screams their slogan.  If your New Year resolution was to eat and drink better, then stop the diet coke and have an Izze instead.  Izze contains no added sugar or caffeine.  Instead it…

Duo
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

2413 W 32nd Ave
Denver, CO 80212

misha r. writes: Have you ever been to a place so perfect you wish you could just move right in?  I have.  Everything is right with the world at Duo!

The decor is so simple, stylish, clean, classic, chic, warm, cozy, fresh, innovative, and welcoming.

The food is…

Mona Lucero's
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

2544 15th St
Denver, CO 80238

Carly W. writes: I drool over Mona clothes.  She has great design style.

Devil's Food Bakery
Neighborhood: Southeast, Washington Park

1024 S Gaylord St
Denver, CO 80209

Wendy T. writes: An incredible bakery as well as a good brunch spot, it's a place I stop by every time I'm in Denver. A truly devilish place cuz since I've had their amazing grapefruit tart months ago, I can't stop thinking about it. Tart and sweet pink grapefruit…

Carmine's On Penn
Neighborhood: Southwest, Speer

92 S Pennsylvania St
Denver, CO 80209

Matt H. writes: Carmine's is my go to for a great classy meal. I take all my dates there and sometimes all at the same time. The wait staff is great and sometimes if they think they know you they will ask if you have been here before. I say "Yes, sir/ma'am" (with…

Cucina Colore
Neighborhood: Southeast, Cherry Creek

3041 E 3rd Ave
Denver, CO 80206

misha P. writes: This was a much better find than North!  Being new to Denver makes it difficult to know where to go.  I have found that a lot of trendy places aren't necessarily the best.
Cucina Calore was very nice, great service from a rather cute waiter and decent…