Mario's Double Daughter's Salotto
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1632 Market St
Denver, CO 80202

Tiffany C. writes: Have you ever tried Blood Orange vodka? No? Well, maybe you should try having a drink at Mario's Double Daughter's Salotto. Then you could answer yes, like me.

Everything in this bar, from the Tim Burton-esque decor to the awesome drink menu to the…

Bluebird Theater
Neighborhood: Northeast, City Park

3317 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80206

ali c. writes: This place reminds me of the Gaslighter in Downtown Campbell, California.  I came to the Bluebird for the Air Guitar Championships!  I'm serious.. It was awesome!  They have a full bar in here and can whip you up anything your little heart desires..…

Buenos Aires Pizzeria
Neighborhood: Northwest, Five Points

1319 22nd St
Denver, CO 80205

Lindsey N. writes: I'm really having trouble deciding between 3 and 4 stars on this one.  So, I'm going to break it down:

Location:  Good, for downtown.  Since it's on the edge, there are plenty of meters even on the weekends. At 7:00 on a Saturday, we parked right in…

El Chapultepec
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1962 Market St
Denver, CO 80202

Mack N. writes: This place is a hole in the wall and sometimes the bands aren't great but if you can claim a naugahyde booth you are in business. Strong drinks, good jukebox, and mediocre Mexican food complete the trifecta for this daytime alcoholic!

The only…

The Jet Hotel
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1612 Wazee St
Denver, CO 80202

amye a. writes: No one has mentioned this yet but, I find it entirely pertenient (aka too awesome not) to mention that Jet is a lively club on the weekends as well!  

Friday and Saturday nights the cool kids of Denver (i.e. me and whoever sits at my lunch table) hang…

Washington Park
Neighborhood: Southeast, Washington Park

S Downing St. & E Louisiana Ave.
Denver, CO 80209

Cat .. writes: The squirrels here will  E A T  Y O U  A L I V E  if you stay in one spot for too long. I cannot even begin to tell you how many times I have sat down under a big shady tree, spread my belongings out, opened up a book, taken my lunch out, WHATEVER,…

Protos Pizzeria Napoletana
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

2401 15th St Ste 190
Denver, CO 80202

Alexandra F. writes: When the moon hits the sky like a big Proto Pie
that's Amore
When Denver seems to shine like you've had too much at Proto's Monthly wine dinners
That's amore
Crust will crunch crunch-y-crunch-y-crunch, crunch-y-crunch-y-crunch
And you'll sing "Vita…

Lola
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

1575 Boulder St
Denver, CO 80211

Jessica P. writes: Okay monumental moment in my breakfast world: I have officially found my favorite eggs Benedict! First of all this is by far my favorite breakfast food. I literally try it at every restaurant I go to. So on Saturday morning when I went back to Lola's…

Fancy Tiger
Neighborhood: Southwest, Speer

1 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80209

Elaine E. writes: My last run in with a sewing machine was in 8th grade home ec, and Sean who sat next to me finished most of my projects. I am not crafty in the least, but I yearn to know how to sew, so I signed up for the sewing 101 class.

I was very pleasantly…

Barolo Grill
Neighborhood: Southeast, Congress Park

3030 E 6th Ave
Denver, CO 80206

Gregory P. writes: A decent size group of us gathered here on Friday night around 6:30 for a reunion. I must say, the environment is awesome, and the staff really knows their stuff.  It would be hard to find better service, and I've had some pretty good experiences…

Vitamin Cottage
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

2375 15th St
Denver, CO 80202

Marie G. writes: Thank god this place opened!  Downtown needs more grocery stores with healthy food.
I love the layout and the nice selection Vitamin Cottage offers.  The staff really knows their stuff and I was so happy to have so much help in the vitamin dept. Their…

The Dish Bistro
Neighborhood: Northwest, Curtis Park

400 E 20th Ave
Denver, CO 80205

Alexandra F. writes: Truffle oil is like an aphrodisiac!

That's why I HAD to order the truffle fries this past Sunday.  I saw the fries on the menu and forced myself to order something else because I am trying to stay away from being too much of a nympho these days.  

My…

The Onion
Neighborhood: Northeast

1724 Vine St
Denver, CO 80206

Douglas R. writes: Finally real unbiased NEWS! Yes, I avidly stand by the little cheap tin dispenser every week waiting for the truth to be delivered!

I have been out foxed by many media outlets that spoon feed you, but the Onion delivers time in and time again!…

The Turkey Trot

Denver, CO 80238

Jessica H. writes: I love the Turkey Trot!!!!! Now, I come from Dallas, where the Turkey Trot there RULES!!!! It is one of the largest cities' trots ever. But as soon as I moved here, and my sister came to visit for Thanksgiving, we immediately wondered if Denver had a…

Video One
Neighborhood: Northeast

1301 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80218

Melissa F. writes: I H-A-T-E corporate America.  Seriously.  

For Example:

Blockbuster almost killed my credit score once because I forgot to put the movie back in the box upon returning it. Did they ever bother to call me?  No.  I went out of town for three weeks and…

Sobo 151
Neighborhood: Southwest, Speer

151 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80209

Tiffany C. writes: You're a heartbreaker! Dream maker! Love taker! Don't you mess around with me! Also, don't mess around with the drinks at Sobo 151.

I order a vodka tonic - it came in a pint glass and was veeerrry light on the tonic. Clearly I'm not a bright girl, or…

Leela European Cafe
Neighborhood: Northwest, CBD

820 15th Street
Denver, CO 80238

Tiffany C. writes: I'd like to preface this review with an apology for any misspellings. See, they'd be due to my completely shaky body due to my over caffeination. Perhaps it's my own fault for not knowing when to say when, but I'd rather lay the blame at Leela's feet…

RTD - Regional Transportation District
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1600 Blake St
Denver, CO 80202

Kealoha V. writes: RTD has been a lifesaver for me. Without it, I would probably be forced to get a driver's license like a normal adult would, in order to get around this city. "You don't have a driver's license?" is what you might ask. No, I do not. It's not due to…

Kaladi Brothers Coffee
Neighborhood: Southeast, University

1730 E Evans Ave
Denver, CO 80210

Gregory P. writes: This is one of the best coffees I have ever tasted.  It's a great place to stop in and grab a quick cup to go.  I've never really hung out, it just isn't that kind of place...but if you want tasty coffee, look no further.

Denver Ted's
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

1308 Pearl Street
Denver, CO 80238

Jarrod D. writes: Dear Ted,
I love you.  
-jarrod

So many a times have I come home with my belly full of cheese steak and my bloated stomach looks like an pregnant Ethiopian woman's belly that I'm worried that the promiscuous Ted had impregnated me with his amazing food…

Carbone's Italian Sausage Market & Deli
Neighborhood: Northwest

1221 W 38th Ave
Denver, CO 80211

Jon K. writes: I love hole-in-the-wall, no-frills places that serve one purpose, but do it well.  And I also love places that are stuck in time, and have been the same for decades.  And that is the beauty of Carbone's.

The inside of the shop is very unassuming -…

Bonnie Brae Tavern Inc
Neighborhood: Southeast

740 S University Blvd
Denver, CO 80209

misha P. writes: There are a bunch of people at my work who think that this is the best pizza on earth. Well, we all know how subjective that is!  Especially since I spent some time in NY.  Yes it is good pizza but it's not even close to the best I've had.To be…

Buffalo Exchange
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

230 E 13th Ave
Denver, CO 80203

Erin S. writes: Sorry BE, but I have to tell people how our relationship went sour. Two  years ago you were everything to me, sunglasses, shoes, shirts, skirts, jeans, and my one stop shop down the street where, when my closet pissed me off, I would run into your…

Wazee Supper Club
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1600 15th St
Denver, CO 80202

Kealoha V. writes: After having lunch, Sheri and I made a stop over at Wazee's for a few drinks to cool down and well... just have a few drinks :D

Wazee's wasn't located off of 16t St, so it wasn't packed with tourists and such, which was nice. There are times when you…

Tattered Cover Book Store
Neighborhood: Northeast, City Park

2526 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80206

Hiker Chicka e. writes: This bookstore is located in an old theater building that was built by the Bonfils.  The bookstore is cool, and the cash registers are located on what was once the stage.  The store itself is pretty cool and the book selection vast.  The technical…

Rockmount Ranch Wear Mfg Co
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1626 Wazee St
Denver, CO 80202

Michelle B. writes: If you live here, you need a good cowboy shirt, and if you've bought your shirt anywhere but Rockmount, it's just not as good.

Founded in the 40's it's the last remaining businesses downtown from the old pre-LODO days. 3 generations of the Weil clan…

Cherry Cricket
Neighborhood: Southeast, Cherry Creek

2641 E 2nd Ave
Denver, CO 80206

Bryan M. writes: On Sunday, some people drive slow, some people crave brunch, some folks find God... I crave a Cricket Burger.

I used to think that a burger was a difficult thing to screw up.  Meat, bread, cheese optional... Go.  After having a burger at the Cherry…

Cherry Creek Arts Festival
Neighborhood: Southeast, Cherry Creek

2 Steele St Ste B100
Denver, CO 80206

Justin C. writes: Picture crappy art and hot weather and hillbillies with no interest in art at all who just want to drink.

Now picture that on drugs.

Five stars.

Mercury Cafe
Neighborhood: Northwest, Curtis Park

2199 California St
Denver, CO 80205

Joey T. writes: I'm not hippie dirtbag by any means, and I still enjoy the Mercury Cafe.  The service can be a little slow at times, but the food is high quality and the atmosphere is always interesting.
I usually avoid the poetry readings and tarot card readings,…

Flagstaff House Restaurant

1138 Flagstaff Road
Boulder, CO 80302

Jordan W. writes: The only time I felt obligated to put out on a date was after dinner at Flagstaff.  Damn, it cost my date a lot of money!  What a fabulous experience though!  The food, the service, the views!  There is nothing they don't execute perfectly.  They…

Tandoori Grill

619 S Broadway St
Boulder, CO 80305

Michael G. writes: This has the best Indian food in Boulder. Great for our chicken masala loving child. Small outdoor patio, although you are looking at the parking lot and South Broadway.

Panzano Restaurant
Neighborhood: Northwest, CBD

1717 Champa St
Denver, CO 80202

Mary Jo S. writes: 5280 Restaurant Week Choice.

I had been waiting three weeks for last night. We chose Panzano because of the menu; there was a mushroom crepe waiting for me (OK, Crespelle ai Funghi).

We arrived at our allotted time spot and had to wait about 20…

Costco Wholesale

600 Marshall Rd
Superior, CO 80027

Josh C. writes: I make a weekly trip to this Costco, and there's always something to get. They've got great food: fruits/veggies/berries, steaks, filled pastas, cheeses, etc.. It won't replace a trip to the grocery store, but you can definitely get some good premium…

Wahoo's Fish Taco Restaurant
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1521 Blake St
Denver, CO 80202

Alexandra F. writes: We talked to one of the staff members about Wahoo's and this employee was one dedicated soul.  The guy was busing tables and when we asked him about the history of Wahoo's, he had it more than memorized, and his goal was to work up in the chain of…

Wax in the City
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1664 Market St
Denver, CO 80202

Jessica H. writes: Wax in the City....I love this place. It is a girl's (or boy's) dream for personal hygiene. I can't remember how I came across it....Oh I remember-my old eyebrow gal moved. Anywhodles- They do EVERYTHING, but in a professional, clean, comfortable,…

Genki Massage

by appointment only
Denver or Boulder
Denver, CO 80238

Jessica H. writes: I got chinese massage Friday from Hisako and it was crazy good. First of all, the lady has hands that are POWERFUL! This was not the massage I am used to, but I had a crick in my neck for 10 days that was actually making me dizzy and nauseous! She…

Dinosaur Ridge

16831 W Alameda Pkwy
Morrison, CO 80465

Alexandra F. writes: One of the coolest ways to impress tourists is to show them REAL
dinosaur tracks from over 145 million years ago. Most likely you pass Dinosaur ridge more often then you think, and some of you may have even been near this great landmark and never…

Emma's Hacienda
Neighborhood: Northwest

1630 Federal Blvd
Denver, CO 80238

Mona L. writes: Ok...OK...so i'm partial to Emma's Hacienda..  I grew up eating this delicious  food.   The sauces are all cooked from scratch, you'll enjoy the toasted beef tacos that are topped with a special sauce.   The sopapillas are also an old family recipe,…