Guidebook for Denver

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Guidebook for Denver

Food Scene

The views from this funky penthouse perch are truly stunning - get a seat outside or facing east to capture all of downtown as the sun goes down. The entrance is located in the parking garage of an office building where you will find friendly hostesses ready to escort you up the elevator to this hidden gem - Mediterranean Tapas from local Chef-Celebrity Justin Cucci! Dinner can be a little pricey so try Happy Hour for some small plates and outstanding cocktails. If you go for dinner, reserve a Seafood Platter (VERY limited number available because everything is so fresh and we are, hmmm, not exactly seaside) - the perfect way to start your journey!
291 locals recommend
El Five
2930 15th St
291 locals recommend
The views from this funky penthouse perch are truly stunning - get a seat outside or facing east to capture all of downtown as the sun goes down. The entrance is located in the parking garage of an office building where you will find friendly hostesses ready to escort you up the elevator to this hidden gem - Mediterranean Tapas from local Chef-Celebrity Justin Cucci! Dinner can be a little pricey so try Happy Hour for some small plates and outstanding cocktails. If you go for dinner, reserve a Seafood Platter (VERY limited number available because everything is so fresh and we are, hmmm, not exactly seaside) - the perfect way to start your journey!
Fashioned after the traditional speakeasy, you enter a small "bookstore" to find a hidden door in the bookshelf! Inside, it is dark and cozy with bookshelves everywhere, keeping with the fun and unique theme. Quiet tables allow you to socialize with your party while your serve (and even the bartenders) will know your name by the end of the night - the service might only be outdone by the incredible cocktails coming across the bar - true genius!
427 locals recommend
Williams & Graham
3160 Tejon St
427 locals recommend
Fashioned after the traditional speakeasy, you enter a small "bookstore" to find a hidden door in the bookshelf! Inside, it is dark and cozy with bookshelves everywhere, keeping with the fun and unique theme. Quiet tables allow you to socialize with your party while your serve (and even the bartenders) will know your name by the end of the night - the service might only be outdone by the incredible cocktails coming across the bar - true genius!
Located in a historic mortuary building, the iconic "Olinger Mortuaries" sign has been a fixture of the Highlands skyline for decades. After converting the building to a hip open industrial loft-style restaurant space, Linger has kept the sign and embraced their history (think toe tags and gurneys) while still churning out amazing sharable plates and delicious cocktails. Get a spot on the patio (under the sign) for brunch!
744 locals recommend
Linger
2030 W 30th Ave
744 locals recommend
Located in a historic mortuary building, the iconic "Olinger Mortuaries" sign has been a fixture of the Highlands skyline for decades. After converting the building to a hip open industrial loft-style restaurant space, Linger has kept the sign and embraced their history (think toe tags and gurneys) while still churning out amazing sharable plates and delicious cocktails. Get a spot on the patio (under the sign) for brunch!
A unique concept, my friends and I refer to Avanti as the "adult cafeteria." At any time, there are 8-10 different "restaurants" working out of shipping containers and you can select any number of delicious items from the all-local chef creations. With 2 huge bars and outdoor seating galore, this is truly a place where there is something for everyone! Most of the restaurants and the bar offer great discounts during HAPPY HOUR!
651 locals recommend
Avanti Food and Beverage
3200 North Pecos Street
651 locals recommend
A unique concept, my friends and I refer to Avanti as the "adult cafeteria." At any time, there are 8-10 different "restaurants" working out of shipping containers and you can select any number of delicious items from the all-local chef creations. With 2 huge bars and outdoor seating galore, this is truly a place where there is something for everyone! Most of the restaurants and the bar offer great discounts during HAPPY HOUR!
The kitchen is open late and they have LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR after 10pm. What's better than half price drinks and $1 oysters?!
63 locals recommend
LoHi SteakBar
3200 Tejon St
63 locals recommend
The kitchen is open late and they have LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR after 10pm. What's better than half price drinks and $1 oysters?!
Serving up homemade ice cream, sorbet and other tasty treats from their Iconic Milk Can, Little Man is a neighborhood gem and a must see for anyone with a sweet tooth. Be prepared to stand in a LONG line, especially on weekends and warm weather days. On busier nights, they usually have a small cart off to the side which has a limited selection of flavors but no wait so check it out if the line looks intimidating.
538 locals recommend
Little Man Ice Cream
2620 16th St
538 locals recommend
Serving up homemade ice cream, sorbet and other tasty treats from their Iconic Milk Can, Little Man is a neighborhood gem and a must see for anyone with a sweet tooth. Be prepared to stand in a LONG line, especially on weekends and warm weather days. On busier nights, they usually have a small cart off to the side which has a limited selection of flavors but no wait so check it out if the line looks intimidating.
Good burgers, beers and sports on the many TVs; you can't go wrong here, especially if you're looking for something a little more reasonably priced.
193 locals recommend
Highland Tap and Burger
2219 W 32nd Ave
193 locals recommend
Good burgers, beers and sports on the many TVs; you can't go wrong here, especially if you're looking for something a little more reasonably priced.
Serving up homemade Italian classics that use old family receipts, Tony P's is another great low key place where the food will still impress! They also deliver - check out their app and there's usually a special for first-time customers!
61 locals recommend
Tony P's Bar & Pizzeria
3000 Zuni Street
61 locals recommend
Serving up homemade Italian classics that use old family receipts, Tony P's is another great low key place where the food will still impress! They also deliver - check out their app and there's usually a special for first-time customers!
This tiny restaurant serves one of the BEST and BIGGEST BLOODY MARY'S you'll find anywhere. Along with a veritable garden of garnishes, each one is served in a goblet with a shot of PBR on the side. Grab a spot on their patio and watch the hustle and bustle while enjoying your bloody and some amazing breakfast or lunch sandwiches!
46 locals recommend
Gallop Cafe
2401 W 32nd Ave
46 locals recommend
This tiny restaurant serves one of the BEST and BIGGEST BLOODY MARY'S you'll find anywhere. Along with a veritable garden of garnishes, each one is served in a goblet with a shot of PBR on the side. Grab a spot on their patio and watch the hustle and bustle while enjoying your bloody and some amazing breakfast or lunch sandwiches!
Great little spot with options for breakfast, lunch and dinner both dine in and take out. Excellent morning choice - awesome coffee and baked goods made fresh daily!
26 locals recommend
The Bindery
1817 Central St
26 locals recommend
Great little spot with options for breakfast, lunch and dinner both dine in and take out. Excellent morning choice - awesome coffee and baked goods made fresh daily!
Located at the LoHi Steakhouse, LoHi Local is a great coffee shop with a few breakfast and lunch bites. You can usually grab some local pantry staples and fresh produce here as well.
6 locals recommend
LoHi Local
3200 Tejon St
6 locals recommend
Located at the LoHi Steakhouse, LoHi Local is a great coffee shop with a few breakfast and lunch bites. You can usually grab some local pantry staples and fresh produce here as well.
Great little wine bar - stop in on Monday or Tuesday after 8pm for Board & Bottle! Bruschetta Board AND a bottle of wine for $20 - best deal in the neighborhood!
155 locals recommend
Postino LoHi
2715 17th St
155 locals recommend
Great little wine bar - stop in on Monday or Tuesday after 8pm for Board & Bottle! Bruschetta Board AND a bottle of wine for $20 - best deal in the neighborhood!
Amazing outdoor space! Pet friendly during the week and daytime on the weekends.
190 locals recommend
Recess Beer Garden
2715 17th St
190 locals recommend
Amazing outdoor space! Pet friendly during the week and daytime on the weekends.
Small family owned distillery serving up unique cocktails and some amazing shared plates!
40 locals recommend
The Family Jones Spirit House
3245 Osage St
40 locals recommend
Small family owned distillery serving up unique cocktails and some amazing shared plates!
One of the city's most famous brunch spots (bottomless blood orange mimosas - need I say more!) Ok, it's a great spot for dinner too - fresh, locally sourced ingredients are the highlight of these unique and easy dishes!
515 locals recommend
Root Down
1600 W 33rd Ave
515 locals recommend
One of the city's most famous brunch spots (bottomless blood orange mimosas - need I say more!) Ok, it's a great spot for dinner too - fresh, locally sourced ingredients are the highlight of these unique and easy dishes!
If you're looking to indulge, this is the place to do it! A modern steakhouse with all the trappings - fresh seafood, huge wine selection and 5 star service! If you're looking to splurge, this is the place to do it! The Bone Marrow Appetizer is phenomenal and, if you're feeling adventurous, a shot of whiskey poured through the empty bone will make sure you get every last bit of deliciousness!
90 locals recommend
Guard and Grace
1801 California St
90 locals recommend
If you're looking to indulge, this is the place to do it! A modern steakhouse with all the trappings - fresh seafood, huge wine selection and 5 star service! If you're looking to splurge, this is the place to do it! The Bone Marrow Appetizer is phenomenal and, if you're feeling adventurous, a shot of whiskey poured through the empty bone will make sure you get every last bit of deliciousness!
With no signage of any kind and nearly blackout tinted windows, this one is truly a neighborhood secret that's worth keeping. Grab a seat on the idyllic canopied back patio if you can - burgers come wrapped in paper (no plates) and condiments are shared from a tabletop caddy but you'll swear they taste better that way.
101 locals recommend
My Brother's Bar
2376 15th St
101 locals recommend
With no signage of any kind and nearly blackout tinted windows, this one is truly a neighborhood secret that's worth keeping. Grab a seat on the idyllic canopied back patio if you can - burgers come wrapped in paper (no plates) and condiments are shared from a tabletop caddy but you'll swear they taste better that way.

Parks & Nature

Whether you swing by to check out the Rock and Roll of Fame, run the steps with the fitness obsessed or hike one of the many scenic trails through the park, Red Rocks is a must-see spot for anyone traveling through Denver! Big bonus if you get to see your favorite band play the iconic stage!
1973 locals recommend
Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda Parkway
1973 locals recommend
Whether you swing by to check out the Rock and Roll of Fame, run the steps with the fitness obsessed or hike one of the many scenic trails through the park, Red Rocks is a must-see spot for anyone traveling through Denver! Big bonus if you get to see your favorite band play the iconic stage!
Take a quick walk over the Millennium Bridge and check out Confluence Park for a nice place to sit and relax.
210 locals recommend
Confluence Park
2250 15th St
210 locals recommend
Take a quick walk over the Millennium Bridge and check out Confluence Park for a nice place to sit and relax.
1100 locals recommend
Denver Botanic Gardens
1007 York St
1100 locals recommend
Beautiful park just outside the city with walking/jogging paths around the large central lake. Tennis Courts and other activities can be found throughout the park. Be sure to check out the extensive list of festivals and events during the summer (particularly the Dragon Boat Festival!).
437 locals recommend
Sloans Lake
437 locals recommend
Beautiful park just outside the city with walking/jogging paths around the large central lake. Tennis Courts and other activities can be found throughout the park. Be sure to check out the extensive list of festivals and events during the summer (particularly the Dragon Boat Festival!).

Shopping

Amazing local flower shop with some incredibly unique gifts and souvenirs. Stop in and say hi to Robin and ask her about the newest treasures. They also have great greeting cards if you need something for the party.
VaVaBloom, LLC
3209 Zuni St
Amazing local flower shop with some incredibly unique gifts and souvenirs. Stop in and say hi to Robin and ask her about the newest treasures. They also have great greeting cards if you need something for the party.
The ultimate playground for outdoor enthusiasts, this enormous sporting goods store even has a climbing wall inside!
242 locals recommend
REI
1416 Platte St
242 locals recommend
The ultimate playground for outdoor enthusiasts, this enormous sporting goods store even has a climbing wall inside!
Collection of high-end shops (Tiffany's, Breitling, David Yurman, Tumi, etc...) alongside some of the staples and department stores found at most malls (Macys, Express, Apple, Container Store, etc...). Be sure and check out Elway's just outside the mall for a casual steakhouse curated by John Elway and summer events like live music on the patio. The newly remodeled movie theater will feature luxury seating and table side F&B service during the show.
822 locals recommend
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
3000 E 1st Ave
822 locals recommend
Collection of high-end shops (Tiffany's, Breitling, David Yurman, Tumi, etc...) alongside some of the staples and department stores found at most malls (Macys, Express, Apple, Container Store, etc...). Be sure and check out Elway's just outside the mall for a casual steakhouse curated by John Elway and summer events like live music on the patio. The newly remodeled movie theater will feature luxury seating and table side F&B service during the show.
Pedestrian only street that runs through downtown. There are local shops, restaurants and even some larger chains for anything you might need. A free shuttle runs continuously from Union Station to Civic Center with stops every block.
871 locals recommend
16th Street Mall
16th Street Mall
871 locals recommend
Pedestrian only street that runs through downtown. There are local shops, restaurants and even some larger chains for anything you might need. A free shuttle runs continuously from Union Station to Civic Center with stops every block.
Outdoor shopping complex with stores such as Target, Best Buy, and Dick's Sporting Goods alongside local restaurants and boutiques. The main square hosts an ice skating rink in the winter and festivals in the summer.
164 locals recommend
Belmar
164 locals recommend
Outdoor shopping complex with stores such as Target, Best Buy, and Dick's Sporting Goods alongside local restaurants and boutiques. The main square hosts an ice skating rink in the winter and festivals in the summer.

Drinks & Nightlife

Awesome beers, great patio and there's usually a food truck parked out front - can't get more Colorado than this funky hangout.
240 locals recommend
Denver Beer Company
1695 Platte St
240 locals recommend
Awesome beers, great patio and there's usually a food truck parked out front - can't get more Colorado than this funky hangout.
Serving up traditional German style beers, they are pet friendly and sometime have a food truck outside. There is usually a rotating seasonal on tap that is always worth a try!
148 locals recommend
Prost Brewing Co. & Biergarten - Denver
2540 19th St
148 locals recommend
Serving up traditional German style beers, they are pet friendly and sometime have a food truck outside. There is usually a rotating seasonal on tap that is always worth a try!
102 locals recommend
Renegade Brewing Company
925 W 9th Ave
102 locals recommend
10 Barrel Brewing Company Denver
2620 Walnut St
66 locals recommend
208 locals recommend
Epic Brewing Company
3001 Walnut St
208 locals recommend
An "Urban Winery" operating out of a converted warehouse downtown and serving up wine in a can! This unique spot is a hit with the locals and likely something you haven't seen before (but are sure to see more of because the concept is catching on).
194 locals recommend
The Infinite Monkey Theorem Urban Winery
3200 Larimer St
194 locals recommend
An "Urban Winery" operating out of a converted warehouse downtown and serving up wine in a can! This unique spot is a hit with the locals and likely something you haven't seen before (but are sure to see more of because the concept is catching on).
103 locals recommend
Zuni Street Brewing Company
2355 West 29th Avenue
103 locals recommend
179 locals recommend
ViewHouse Ballpark
2015 Market St
179 locals recommend

Essentials

Nice new grocery store in the area but it can be BUSY BUSY at times - avoid rush hour when everyone is stopping in on their way home. Parking in the garage can be tough but if you're patient, something is bound to open up. There are also metered parking spots on the street right outside.
719 locals recommend
King Soopers
1155 E 9th Ave
719 locals recommend
Nice new grocery store in the area but it can be BUSY BUSY at times - avoid rush hour when everyone is stopping in on their way home. Parking in the garage can be tough but if you're patient, something is bound to open up. There are also metered parking spots on the street right outside.
Hey, it's Colorado...we know you've thought about it but 'll save you from having to ask, there's a recreational dispensary 2 blocks away and Simply Pure is one of the best! They've been around since the beginning and are doing things with "healthy" edibles that you won't find anywhere else. Stop by for HAPPY HOUR from 3:20pm - 5:20pm for $4.20 pre rolls and check their website for other specials - whether it's ladies night or supporting local sports, Simply Pure is a part of the neighborhood!
16 locals recommend
Simply Pure Denver Dispensary
2000 W 32nd Ave
16 locals recommend
Hey, it's Colorado...we know you've thought about it but 'll save you from having to ask, there's a recreational dispensary 2 blocks away and Simply Pure is one of the best! They've been around since the beginning and are doing things with "healthy" edibles that you won't find anywhere else. Stop by for HAPPY HOUR from 3:20pm - 5:20pm for $4.20 pre rolls and check their website for other specials - whether it's ladies night or supporting local sports, Simply Pure is a part of the neighborhood!
Spacious new Whole Foods right by Union Station! They have a great selection of ready-made meals and their meat department is fantastic for a night at the grill! They validate parking in the garage - you can enter off Wewatta.
515 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
1701 Wewatta St
515 locals recommend
Spacious new Whole Foods right by Union Station! They have a great selection of ready-made meals and their meat department is fantastic for a night at the grill! They validate parking in the garage - you can enter off Wewatta.
18 locals recommend
Walgreens Pharmacy
1505 S Federal Blvd
18 locals recommend
High end boutique liquor store featuring a wide variety of local beer, wine and spirit brands. Very knowledgable staff will help you select the perfect beverage for your event.
7 locals recommend
Amendment XXI Wine & Spirits
2548 15th St
7 locals recommend
High end boutique liquor store featuring a wide variety of local beer, wine and spirit brands. Very knowledgable staff will help you select the perfect beverage for your event.

Arts & Culture

1293 locals recommend
Denver Art Museum
100 W 14th Ave Pkwy
1293 locals recommend
212 locals recommend
History Colorado Center
1200 N Broadway
212 locals recommend

Sightseeing

889 locals recommend
LoDo
889 locals recommend
See the renovated historic train station that is home to local shops and restaurants. Grab a beer and just relax in the Grand Hall or try to find the speakeasy that is truly a hidden gem!
217 locals recommend
Union Station LRT Nb
217 locals recommend
See the renovated historic train station that is home to local shops and restaurants. Grab a beer and just relax in the Grand Hall or try to find the speakeasy that is truly a hidden gem!
287 locals recommend
Larimer Square
1430 Larimer St
287 locals recommend