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Openings & Closings

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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.”

outside of Uchiko
Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Four Spots Debut

By Molly MartinFebruary 21, 2026

Uchiko finally opened in Cherry Creek, and Oscar Padilla’s Agave Blue Cantina is cooking.

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Restaurants

First Look: Uchiko Adds Fire to Uchi’s Japanese Fare

By Gil AsakawaFebruary 20, 2026

Yes, this long-anticipated restaurant was worth the wait.

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Restaurants

Popular Wash Park Deli Seized for Unpaid Taxes 

By Antony BrunoFebruary 17, 2026

“We are fully committed to resolving this matter as quickly as possible and reopening.”

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Restaurants

Super Mega Goodbye: RiNo Spot for Latin Dim Sum Announces Closure

By Molly MartinFebruary 16, 2026

Its final weeks will be packed with throwback specials.

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Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: An Einstein Swap-Out and More

By Molly MartinFebruary 14, 2026

It’s one of three closures to report, while six spots debuted.

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Bars & Breweries

The End of an Era: World-Famous Dark Horse Announces Closure Date

By Molly MartinFebruary 13, 2026

“Let’s end this era with a bang!”

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Restaurants

New Highland Cafe Is a Femme Spaghetti Western Come to Life

By Sara RosenthalFebruary 12, 2026

It has moved into the former Noisette space and will celebrate its grand opening on Valentine’s Day.

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Restaurants

Po’Boy Spot Debuting Just in Time for Fat Tuesday

By Molly MartinFebruary 12, 2026

It’s the latest addition to Edgewater Public Market.

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Bars & Breweries

Big Win for Fans of Hot Chicken and TRVE Brewing

By Gabe TothFebruary 11, 2026

The full lineup of brews will soon be resurrected on Broadway.

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Bars & Breweries

Permitting Delays Y2K Bar Opening, So It’s Popping Up Elsewhere

By Molly MartinFebruary 10, 2026

Good Luck Club has run into some bad luck, but it’s making the best of the situation.

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Restaurants

What It Really Takes to Open a Restaurant In Denver Today

By Antony BrunoFebruary 10, 2026

Even for an experienced team, the high-pressure process requires a lot of patience and passion.

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Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Mexican Classic Has New Name, Owner

By Molly MartinFebruary 7, 2026

It’s one of eight new additions to the scene.

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Restaurants

Hong Kong-Inspired Pizzeria Opening Soon in Lakewood

By Molly MartinFebruary 5, 2026

Its owners also plan to launch a Hong Kong-style night market this summer.

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Restaurants

Michelin-Recognized Team Opening New Sushi Spot

By Molly MartinFebruary 4, 2026

“Sushi is incredibly precise, but it’s also deeply emotional when it’s done right.”

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Shops & Markets

Award-Winning Bakery Reopens the Cafe at Cheese Importers

By Molly MartinFebruary 4, 2026

The space had been vacant since 2020.

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Restaurants

Colfax Dim Sum Spot Announces Expansion Plans

By Molly MartinFebruary 3, 2026

It’s taking over the former Okinawa next door and splitting into two concepts.

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Restaurants

Restaurant Roll Call: Every Opening and Closing in January

By Molly MartinJanuary 31, 2026

Over twenty new spots debuted, while sixteen closed their doors.

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Bars & Breweries

Another Denver Brewery Will Close Its Doors This Weekend

By Ryan PachmayerJanuary 30, 2026

“Denver County is just making it impossible for breweries to survive in every single way.”

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Restaurants

Boulder Mexican Restaurant Closing After Four Years

By Molly MartinJanuary 29, 2026

It’s owned by a group that has some other notable projects in the works.

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Restaurants

Much Anticipated Cherry Creek Japanese Spot Announces Opening Date

By Molly MartinJanuary 27, 2026

Reservations are now open for its February debut.

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