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Rock Bottom Brewery Closing Sign

Every opening and closing this week:  Blake Street bar returns, Rock Bottom bottoms out

By Antony BrunoJune 20, 2026

We’ve also got an update on what’s going on at The PZA.

Rock Bottom Brewery 16th Street

End of an Era: Original Rock Bottom Brewery on 16th Street closed

By Antony BrunoJune 19, 2026

The restaurant helped kick-start Denver’s microbrew industry and was an anchor of the 16th Street Mall. Maybe someone should tell the owners.

Port Side Chris Bell serving

RiNo breakfast haven Port Side is closing next month after 10 years

By Antony BrunoJune 18, 2026

“A lot of people are super sad. But it was a choice I made, and I’m happy with it.”

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West 32nd Avenue businesses

How to spend a delicious day on one block in Highland

By Keith McBrayerJune 18, 2026

From huevos rancheros to handmade pasta, this stretch on West 32nd Avenue has something for every hour of the day.

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Inside Odd Rabbit: Michelin-recognized Denver team makes a bold leap to Boulder

By Samantha FarmerJune 17, 2026

The couple who couldn’t share a kitchen just opened your new favorite sushi spot.

Orejano picanha

Following empanada success, Orejano cranks up the heat with new asado nights

By Antony BrunoJune 16, 2026

You’re gonna need reservations for this weekly special celebrating South American barbecue culture.

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Penelope Wong of Yuan Wonton wins her first James Beard Award

By Antony BrunoJune 15, 2026

This is her third time as a finalist and first win, beating fellow Denver chef Johnny Curiel, who was also nominated in the same category.

Mother Other: Alexi and Taylor

Mother Other is ready to make you eat your vegetables

By Antony BrunoJune 15, 2026

The highly anticipated vegan restaurant will open its doors on June 27.

Moxie social

Every opening and closing this week:  One chain leaves, another reappears

By Antony BrunoJune 13, 2026

Denver also gained a pair of zero-proof bars.

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Heretik oysters

European Staycation: Save on airfare at these Denver aperitivo hot spots

By Sara RosenthalJune 12, 2026

Have soaring flight costs ruined your dreams of an aesthetic European vacay? Fear not, these six spots around Denver offer all the Euro vibes.

An overhead shot of sushi and other Japanese dishes from Uchi

The Best Dining Specials on Father’s Day in Denver

By Abigail BlissJune 12, 2026

Treat dad to brunch, a bourbon-paired dinner or an evening of family entertainment.

From food truck to 35,000 feet: Penelope Wong takes Yuan Wonton to the skies

From food truck to 35,000 feet: Penelope Wong takes Yuan Wonton to the skies

By Antony BrunoJune 11, 2026

The James Beard-nominated owner of Yuan Wonton is one of 11 chefs developing a new in-flight menu for United.

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LoDo wine bar nearing sale amid ongoing downtown challenges

By Antony BrunoJune 10, 2026

Velvet Cellar aims to retain staff, concept under new ownership.

Kelly Whitaker, founder of Id Est.

Get a taste of the Wolf’s Tailor at Sheep, coming soon to Cherry Creek

By Molly MartinJune 10, 2026

The limited residency is a new way to experience the state’s only double Michelin-starred restaurant.

man holding bowl of green chile

This man is on a mission to find the best green chile in Colorado

By Molly MartinJune 9, 2026

Larson Baird has tasted and rated dozens of spots so far.

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Twenty bucks for a sandwich? Why are food trucks so expensive? 

By Brandon BishopJune 8, 2026

Start with rising food costs, event fees…and flat-out price gouging.

waffle cones at Sundae

Every opening and closing this week: Sundae now scooping downtown

By Antony BrunoJune 6, 2026

But the High Point Creamery location at Denver Central Market is gone.

asia center sign over strip mall

Asia Center saga on hold as plans pulled from the city

By Gil AsakawaJune 4, 2026

“A win is a win. Let yourself feel it. Then put your shoes back on.”

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Parisi fire damage

Parisi owner reflects on the restaurant’s destructive fire…and its future

By Antony BrunoJune 4, 2026

Christine Parisi surveys the damage, both physically and emotionally, while deciding whether to rebuild, renovate or retreat. 

MAKfam owners

MAKFam second restaurant location revealed

By Antony BrunoJune 3, 2026

“We have a menu that works, a concept that works. We just want to replicate this process in a bigger space so we can do a little bit more.”

Potager chef/co-owner Paul Warthen shopping at the Boulder Farmers' Market

Running Dry: Colorado’s drought is reshaping Denver’s farm-to-table dining

By Kara ElderJune 3, 2026

Chefs and farmers scramble to adapt as water shortages threaten local produce.

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Steubens pride photo 2025

Pride Month specials giving back to Denver’s LGBTQ+ community

By Staci BerryJune 1, 2026

See which restaurants are participating in the “Eating Out With Pride” program benefiting the Center on Colfax.

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