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Openings & Closings

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Eclipse Cannabis Co. dispensary in Boulder
Marijuana

Popular Boulder Cannabis Dispensary Closes

By Thomas MitchellOctober 27, 2025

Known for stocking new and exciting brands, Eclipse was a key figure in reigniting Boulder’s cannabis scene after the pandemic.

barbecue chicken and ribs
Restaurants

Barbecue Chain Closing Its Only Colorado Location After Two Decades

By Molly MartinOctober 27, 2025

“We’ve loved every brisket, rib, and smile we’ve shared over the years — you’ve all become like family to us.”

three tacos
Restaurants

Local Mexican Chain Opens First Denver Location in Capitol Hill

By Molly MartinOctober 27, 2025

It’s also planning to open in the former Wendell’s in Berkeley and El Tepehaun in Englewood.

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Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Six New Spots and One Comeback

By Molly MartinOctober 25, 2025

A trendy Mexican eatery has expanded to Central Park, while a popular Aurora bar has been resurrected by new owners.

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Shops & Markets

South Denver Food Hall Debuts a Revamp

By Molly MartinOctober 24, 2025

It’s celebrating all weekend long.

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Restaurants

Sneak Peek: Colfax Dim Sum & Noodles Spot Is Ready for Its Debut

By Molly MartinOctober 23, 2025

The restaurant has a lot of options, from dumplings and buns to buttery fried prawns and braised ribs.

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Bars & Breweries

New Downtown Speakeasy Celebrates African Culture

By Molly MartinOctober 23, 2025

“We wanted to build something intimate, so it feels like we have a bar in the middle of a jungle.”

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Restaurants

Local Green Chile-Centric Chain Expanding to Vegas and Beyond

By Molly MartinOctober 22, 2025

Will it become the next Chipotle?

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Shops & Markets

Beloved Cheese Shop Closed, but Not Gone

By Molly MartinOctober 22, 2025

“I’m going to work my ass off to rebuild and reinvent the shop to fit into these crazy, scary financial times.”

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Restaurants

Is RiNo Food Hall Zeppelin Station Extinct?

By Molly MartinOctober 21, 2025

A dino-centric revamp fell apart and now, just one food stall remains.

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Restaurants

Acclaimed L.A. Chef Launches Residency in RiNo

By Molly MartinOctober 21, 2025

Douglas Rankin also plans to reopen his award-winning eatery Bar Chelou in the Mile High next year.

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Restaurants

Biker Jim’s Is Making a Comeback at LoHi Food Hall

By Molly MartinOctober 20, 2025

Fans will once again have a brick-and-mortar spot where they can get Jim Pittenger’s famous dogs.

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Santo Remedio patio
Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Eight New Spots Debut

By Molly MartinOctober 18, 2025

Additions include a Mexican restaurant in Jefferson Park, a Chinese buffet in Aurora and more.

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Bars & Breweries

Parisian Champagne Bar Opening in Former Noble Riot Space

By Antony BrunoOctober 17, 2025

“I think the need right now is less explaining and education, and more evoking joy and bringing people together.”

"guiseppe's pizzeria" sign
Restaurants

One of Denver’s Oldest Pizzerias Has Closed

By Molly MartinOctober 16, 2025

It had been open since 1988 and was bought by a new owner three years ago.

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The Tivoli Student Union on CU Denver's Auraria campus during a beautiful day in Colorado.
Bars & Breweries

Quad Side Tavern Opens Today in Former Tivoli Brewing Space

By Gabe TothOctober 14, 2025

It’s the first phase of a post-brewery life for the space.

Downtown Mezcal Bar Closing Due to Slow Sales
Bars & Breweries

Downtown Mezcal Bar Closing Due to Slow Sales

By M.G. MariniOctober 14, 2025

It’s the latest loss in the area behind Union Station, which has seen a lot of turnover.

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Restaurants

Good Signs on East Colfax: Two More New Restaurants Coming Soon

By Molly MartinOctober 13, 2025

Vacant spaces are getting new tenants amid the ongoing construction.

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New Mezcal-Focused Listening Bar Brings the Party to Platte Street
Bars & Breweries

New Mezcal-Focused Listening Bar Brings the Party to Platte Street

By Molly MartinOctober 13, 2025

It’s the latest project from La Diabla owner Jose Avila, and it’s like no other place in town.

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Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: 14 New Spots, Including Catfish King on Colfax

By Molly MartinOctober 11, 2025

It’s one of three new barbecue joints.

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Restaurants

Cheesman Park’s Secret Garden Bar & Café Closes Amid Union-Busting Allegations

By Molly MartinOctober 10, 2025

It opened last summer in the historic Tears-McFarlane House.

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Restaurants

Platte Street Staple Brider Announces Upcoming Closure

By Molly MartinOctober 9, 2025

It’s been a go-to for a decade.

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