Pints Pub
Neighborhood: Southwest, Golden Triangle

221 W 13th Ave
Denver, CO 80204

Carrie R. writes: I don't drink whiskey. Can't tolerate even a drop.

But their cask-conditioned ales are yummy good and a special treat.(Even if they did try to talk me out of it. All right, let's settle this once and for all: I might be scantly over 5 feet and yes,…

ebags.com

6060 GREENWOOD PLAZA BLVD.
Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Alexandra F. writes: So what if I carry five grocery bags to the gym with me?  When a girl needs to look good at the gym and after, that takes preparation.  

I purposely used to bring two locks so I could take up two lockers with all of my grocery bags full of gym clothes…

Dixons
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1610 16th St
Denver, CO 80202

J P. writes: I read the other comments about Dixon's and here's my take:

As a chef for 25+ years, I'm one of the pickiest SOBs who ever walked upright. I can tell within a bite or two whether the kitchen that produced the food has a freakin' clue about what food…

Irish Snug
Neighborhood: Northeast

1201 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80218

Gregory P. writes: I'm Irish, kindof and so is the snug.
The food is good, especially the fried stuff.  French fries are really something.
Good soups, somewhat attractive employees.  
I can't say that there was anything that would have me racing to go back, and yet it was…

Shane from Craigslist

Boulder, CO 80303

MAt L. writes: I was looking for a cheap computer to do one task, maybe two. I'm normally a Mac user, and I really didn't want to shell out a lot of cash for something like this. I swallowed my pride and started pricing some el-cheapo Dells. Finally I check…

Vinyl
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

1082 Broadway
Denver, CO 80203

ali c. writes: Vinyl has a rooftop bar!!  I loved coming here for this reason alone.. It is also huge!  You could get lost in here.  We came on a Saturday night for VIP table service which was fabulous!  We got not one but two bottles of Level Vodka which were…

Di Napoli's Restaurant

855 Walnut St
Boulder, CO 80305

Jim W. writes: We were in Boulder to watch a free movie that they show outside behind the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art in the summer and decided to get a couple pizza's from Di Napoli's.  Someone insisted we try a pizza with shrimp and black olives.  It…

Lowe Alpine Portable Office

Boulder, CO 80301

Dina H. writes: My personal quest in life is to find the perfect functional, yet attractive, bag.  When did I become so butch?  I went from the girly bags of neon pink to fanny packs and backpacks.  But that's another story.  This bag has a padded back, organizer…

Godiva Chocolatier Inc
Neighborhood: Southeast, Congress Park

3000 E 1st Ave Ste 141
Denver, CO 80206

Dina H. writes: Sorry, but I have been to Belgium many a time, and these are American imitators.  They are good, because ALL chocolate is good by nature, but definitely not European.  As a result, I spend my money locally and not on some national chain.

Cadbury eggs

Denver., CO 80238

Dina H. writes: "Have you ever eaten a whole bag of Cadbury eggs?' my friend Tim asked me while we were munching one Easter on a bag with a friend, Amy.  "NO!  Because I'm not a PIG!"  I said, mortified, not knowing that Amy could indeed boast of such an…

Casa Bonita

6715 W Colfax Ave
Lakewood, CO 80214

kym b. writes: Several years ago, a visiting college roomie and I decided to visit the Denver icon known as Casa Bonita. Okay, SHE decided... but I played along. It's basically some kind of bizarre amalgamation of DisneyLand, Chuck-E-Cheese's, and a really bad…

Excel Sports Boulder

2045 32nd St
Boulder, CO 80301

Chaz T. writes: If you know what you are talking about, this is the best place to get all things road bike related.  The staff is knowledgeable, but they usually arent interested in helping out newbies.  The prices and inventory are awesome.

O'brien's Tonsorial Parlor
Neighborhood: Southeast

4324 E 8th Ave
Denver, CO 80220

Mark P. writes: My barber, Paul, has been there for 38 years. He has stories.

Luigi's Bent Noodle

8130 S University Blvd
Centennial, CO 80122

Kristi E. writes: Why settle for the mass-market mediocrity of the Olive Garden when just across County Line Rd. you can find a friendly, family-owned Italian restaurant?  Our kids like the pizza and spaghetti; some of my favorites are the oven-crisped roasted…

Herb's Meats & Specialty Foods

2530 Baseline Rd
Boulder, CO 80305

Chaz T. writes: Herb's is the place to go if all you care about is quality, quality, and quality.  Great cow and poultry.  Also, their soups (frozen), tamales, and other prepared foods are all excellent.

But not for folks who are on a tight budget.

Empress Seafood Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southwest

2825 W Alameda Ave
Denver, CO 80219

Doug Y. writes: Well the history of dim sum in Denver is relatively short. There used to be two main competitors in the "Little Saigon" area of South Federal. That would be China Garden restaurant in the Far East Center and the Empress. There were other dim…

Forbidden City Buffet

1302 S Havana St
Aurora, CO 80012

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Metro Grill
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

12 east 11th street
Denver, CO 80203

Becky D. writes: If you get your hair cut at Floyd's, you can jump next door and grab a three-decker PB&J.  They serve Yellowtail chardonnay, which isn't my favorite, but it's a diner, and any kind of wine is surprising. Thier food selection is mostly tightly wrapped…

Tommy's Thai
Neighborhood: Northeast, City Park

3410 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80206

sherri s. writes: Great service, cheap prices and on the Colfax strip. I really was surprised with this restaurant.
The soup was a bit strange - I mean usually my hot and sour isn't red, but it was hot...not so sour.  The steamed pot stickers were ok. The meat was…

Ho Ho Chinese Restaurant

10605 E Mississippi Ave
Aurora, CO 80012

Beau H. writes: The food tastes fine enough, but is almost always less than hot and varies in freshness.  All of the food is layed out in a buffet style warmer, and they prepare the order for you.  Apparently their warmer doesn't keep it warm enough.  All that being…

Denver Diner
Neighborhood: Northwest, CBD

740 W Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80204

Jim W. writes: D enver Diner food is consistently serviceable.

E ating here is always interesting

N ot on the menu: Grits.

V ery colorful clientele here at 4:30am.

E njoy the locals.

R eviews average is accurate-3 stars.

D ine at the counter if you're eating alone.

I like…

India's Clay Oven

9447 Park Meadows Drive
Unit A
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Mary Jo S. writes: India's Clay Oven is one of my favorites in Lone Tree as well. My work group consists of colleagues from India and this is another place we head to for lunch when they are in town. When they are visiting, I wear one of my salwar suits and the owner…

Starbucks Coffee

3033 Arapahoe Ave
Boulder, CO 80303

Craig F. writes: Not one of the more 'comfy' Starbucks but this is one of my normal stops.  The employees are great and there is plenty of parking to get in and out fast.  

I wish I had some names, but recently while visiting this store while having a baby at the…

Govnr's Park Restaurant & Tavern
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

672 Logan St
Denver, CO 80203

Leslie R. writes: Gov's, you had me at 2 for 1 Giant Microbrews.  The great patio just sealed the deal.  The friends and I have had many a night of scrambling to get one last drink order in before the 7pm buzzer, then wandering across the street to Benny's once we…

Spicy Pickle the
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

988 Lincoln St
Denver, CO 80203

knighthawk j. writes: If Subway and Quiznos really knew what they were doing they would be the Spicy Pickle. It is a sandwich shop with more than enough options. Several sandwiches to choose from or just create your own. You could create a sandwich every day for years and…

Denver Press Club
Neighborhood: Northwest, CBD

1330 Glenarm Pl
Denver, CO 80204

knighthawk j. writes: This "members only" establishment caters to individuals in Denver's journalism field but, "friends" of the club are more than welcome. It's a nice little joint tucked away off of Denver's Strip (16th street mall) with an amazingly friendly staff. The…

The West Side Bar
Neighborhood: Southwest, Lincoln Park

778 Mariposa St.
Denver, CO 80204

Staralfur G. writes: if you live in the west side (which, as dre said, is the best side) then you've likely still never been to the west side bar. from the outside, it looks like that sketch-ass bar in 'from dusk till dawn.' but inside it's obvious there are no vampiric…

Chez Thuy Restaurant

2655 28th St
Boulder, CO 80301

Jim C. writes: Chey Thuy is French Vietnamese with an anything-Asian-goes attitude.  It's not meant to be "authentic'.  The beef pho (must be served hot--not always the case when ordering with others)  and stuffed grape leaves (worth it) stand out while most other…

Neptune Mountaineering

633 S Broadway St Ste A
Boulder, CO 80305

Ali S. writes: These people know their stuff.  And they host all sorts of cool events (just saw the Environmental Film Festival there and drank lots of $1 beers and learned that prairie dogs don't suck- who knew!?).

The owner is really active in the community, which…

Beau Jo's Pizza Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southeast

2710 S Colorado Blvd
Denver, CO 80222

Dani N. writes: Imagine a pizza where the crust is 4 inches big... no joke.  A definite must try if you are in the area.  But save the crust till the end and top it with some honey... TO DIE FOR!!!!

Also the restauran is quaint with memorabilia every where.  If you…

Hemingway's Key West Grille
Neighborhood: Southeast, Washington Park

1052 S Gaylord St
Denver, CO 80209

Jim W. writes: I've eaten here several times.  I like the Key West theme-they pull it off pretty well.  You can imagine you're somewhere else for a little while.

They have a smallish area out back that provides outdoor dining space in the nice weather.  Fish & Chips…

Royal Peacock

5290 Arapahoe Ave Ste B
Boulder, CO 80303

Sarah S. writes: Simply the best. My family and I have been Royal Peacock fans since I was a babe. The restaurant is tucked away in a strip-mall-esque building that houses weird things like Boulder Jazzercise, Subway, and some kind of hospice organization.…

Mont Blanc Gourmet Hot Cocoa
Neighborhood: Southeast

9745 E Hampden Ave Ste 440
Denver, CO 80231

Mee-stique K. writes: Mm...mmm...mmmm..if you like White Chocolate..then you must try their white hot chocolate! It is absolutely delish!!  When you drink it, it is sort of like sitting on top of the rocky mountains and you are the fresh snow that has just melted!

For…

Milagro Taco Bar
Neighborhood: Northeast

1700 Vine St
Denver, CO 80206

Taj M. writes: I want to give this only TWO stars, but the waitress was charming and the patio was lovely. The tacos ... not so good. Shouldn't a taco bar be good at tacos?

We sauntered over to Milagro Taco Bar after a couple rounds at Thin Man; Il Posto next door…

Discovery Channel

8900 Liberty Circle
Englewood, CO 80151

Grace G. writes: Calling out to all Alaskan King Crab Lovers!!  In order to truly appreciate your Alaskan King Crab the next time you're out at your fave seafood restaurant, check out the Discovery Channel on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. and watch the Deadliest Catch series.…

Prima Ristorante
Neighborhood: Northwest, CBD

Hotel Teatro
1106 14th St
Denver, CO 80202

Liz J. writes: Loved the Prima at the Hotel Teatro! Tried the clams and sausage because it sounded interesting. The broth was so wonderfully made that we ran out of bread sopping it up. Sopping may be a dining don't but it was that good. The bread is done in the…

An's Lemongrass Grille
Neighborhood: Northwest, CBD

1617-B California Street
Denver, CO 80238

Scott W. writes: I really have to give this place 5 stars.  They are always friendly, fast, and get the order correct.  Now, they are crowded often at lunch, but you should know they share upstairs / down the hall seating with Fontano's next door.

There is a somewhat…

Brix
Neighborhood: Southeast, Cherry Creek

3000 E Third Ave
Denver, CO 80206

Lori M. writes: Every neighborhood should have a Brix --- an inexpensive, idiosyncratic, and informal gathering place to eat abundantly, drink well, and talk dish: a bustling anti-bistro that serves hot dogs alongside clams with chorizo, plays tunes ranging from…

Siam Smiles Unique Thai Restaurant

7456 S Simms St
Littleton, CO 80127

matt g. writes: We only have done take-out so far, so I can't speak to dining in...  but for a strip-mall Thia restaurant, Siam Smiles is a perfect ethic favorite for the Ken Caryl area.  We chose two staples for Thai... the Pannang Curry with Beef and Pad Thai...…

Las Margaritas

1035 E 17th Ave
Denver, CO 80218

misha P. writes: Not bad...but once again, not very inspiring.  Las Margaritas was recommended to me by co workers, but I was not so impressed.  the chips seem from a bag and the salsa boring.
The dish I had was OK, the guac was fair and the portions were huge.
I…