Restaurants

Laura Shunk grew up celebrating special occasions at the pink palace and was among the first to experience its transformation.

Paella, dan dan noodles, a saucy AF croque madame and more were among the standouts over the last few weeks.

The pink palace finally made its debut, but so did Chopstickers, Sanitas in Englewood, Crazy Mountain Brewery and more.

It’s the third location for the concept, which opened in Cherry Creek in 1945, and it boasts an expansive Burger Garden.

Owner Dylan Mullins originally started his business as a meal delivery service but now, he’s all in on the food truck scene.

It will be the fourth location of the concept that was founded in Sacramento, where Johnson grew up and served as mayor.

The smoked meats at this spot are on point, but don’t overlook its take on the diner classic.

Nashville hot chicken, Korean corn dogs and Neapolitan-inspired pizza are some of the eats you can now find at the Denver Zoo.

There’s also a new spot for Korean fried chicken and a hi-tech darts bar that debuted near Union Station.

The remodel is expected to be complete by early 2024, and it’s also adding a location in Arvada.

This Texas-style joint near Sloan’s Lake is run by the Volkmer family, who have been smoking meats since 1969.

Hi-tech darts combine with cocktails, food, an outdoor patio and semi-private rooms at this new spot behind Union Station.

The chef at Bruto predicts that Beckon, Fruition, Tavernetta, Hop Alley and its sister restaurant the Wolf’s Tailor are among the spots that may get a star.

Just twenty miles from Denver, Golden is home to the Coors Brewery, but there are plenty of other restaurants and bars to visit, too.

Devin Rachles took over for founding chef and co-owner Anthony Lopiccolo in May, and now he’s bringing back the eight-person chef’s table.

Alexi Mandolini and Taylor Herbert started their pop-up kitchen in 2020 and hope to open a brick-and-mortar restaurant soon.

“We want to get some fresh faces in there, and let people know we don’t have plans to go anywhere.”

Closures included Manzo Lobster & Oyster Bar and McKinners Pizza in Littleton.

It opens June 10 and has a playful menu with items like Bryan Cranston’s Mary, Le Big Mac Omelette and a breakfast salad served over cold pizza.

Steven Alix, the owner of X Bar, Tight End and the Squire Lounge, is behind the project which pays homage to the history of Colfax.

Food blogger Abbe Odenwalder will appear on the show, which debuts on June 19.

The state’s sole finalist this year was chef Michael Diaz de Leon of Bruto.