Guidebook for Denver
Food Scene
Okinawa Japanese Cuisine
2301 E Colfax AveCheck for the happy hour
Uncle
2215 W 32nd AveGreat ramen
Hop Alley
3500 Larimer StGreat Chinese fusion
Iconic, historic restaurant serving steak and game. First restaurant to receive a liquor license in Colorado. Great decor and fun history to learn while you're there.
103 locals recommend
Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant
1000 Osage StIconic, historic restaurant serving steak and game. First restaurant to receive a liquor license in Colorado. Great decor and fun history to learn while you're there.
The Fort, an award-winning Denver western restaurant located just southwest of Denver, is one of the nation’s most recognized establishments and sells more buffalo steaks than any other independently owned restaurant in the country. Featuring fine beef, buffalo, game and seafood, The Fort’s menu offers a tantalizing selection of old and new foods from the Early West
61 locals recommend
The Fort
19192 CO-8The Fort, an award-winning Denver western restaurant located just southwest of Denver, is one of the nation’s most recognized establishments and sells more buffalo steaks than any other independently owned restaurant in the country. Featuring fine beef, buffalo, game and seafood, The Fort’s menu offers a tantalizing selection of old and new foods from the Early West
Little Man Ice Cream
2620 16th StIce Cream
Lola, with food inspired by the coastal regions of Mexico and a bar named one of the Top Five Places to Drink Tequila in North America is the spot for serious eats and crafted cocktails. From daily happy hour to table-side prepared guacamole and the ever-changing ceviche menu, to chefs’ tables and private events, Lola offers up much more than just dinner and brunch menus that have won the hearts of the Denver dining community.
138 locals recommend
Lola Coastal Mexican
1575 Boulder StLola, with food inspired by the coastal regions of Mexico and a bar named one of the Top Five Places to Drink Tequila in North America is the spot for serious eats and crafted cocktails. From daily happy hour to table-side prepared guacamole and the ever-changing ceviche menu, to chefs’ tables and private events, Lola offers up much more than just dinner and brunch menus that have won the hearts of the Denver dining community.
Izzio @ Central Market
2669 Larimer StBest bread in the city
Sweet Action Ice Cream
52 BroadwayBest Ice cream in the city
Illegal Pete's Colfax
2001 E Colfax AveBurritos!!!!!!
The Denver Central Market
2669 Larimer StHumble Pie Store
3550 E Colfax AveBest pies in the city
Las Margs Tavern
1521 N Marion StAmazing tacos
St Mark's Coffee House
2019 East 17th AvenueBest coffee and cookies in the city
Syrup City Park
1875 York StBest brunch in the city
Blue Bear Cafe
700 14th StGreat coffee
Drinks & Nightlife
The Infinite Monkey Theorem Urban Winery
3200 Larimer StTerminal Bar
1701 Wynkoop StTemple Nightclub Denver
1136 BroadwayStem Ciders
3040 Walnut StBrik on York
2223 E Colfax AveGreat food and ambiance. Live music most nights.
Tacos Tequila Whiskey
1514 York StGreat food
Sightseeing
LoDo
Colorado State Capitol
200 E Colfax AveTake a tour and learn about CO history.
Best place to see Christmas lights. The entire building is lit of beautifully.
36 locals recommend
Civic Center
Best place to see Christmas lights. The entire building is lit of beautifully.
Georgetown
Typical mountain town
16th Street Mall
16th Street MallArt galleries. Amazing food. Breweries. Incredible street art. Fun boutiques.
558 locals recommend
River North Art District
Art galleries. Amazing food. Breweries. Incredible street art. Fun boutiques.
Arts & Culture
Go see a show at the best amphitheater! Go visit even if there isn't a show. Great museum and views. Good for running the stairs if you want some exercise. They also host frequent yoga classes and exercise camps.
1973 locals recommend
Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda ParkwayGo see a show at the best amphitheater! Go visit even if there isn't a show. Great museum and views. Good for running the stairs if you want some exercise. They also host frequent yoga classes and exercise camps.
The 1st Friday of every month the district turns into a pedestrian art haven. Take your drinks into the street and hop from gallery to gallery and pick up some antiques along the way!
28 locals recommend
Art District Antiques
800 Santa Fe DrThe 1st Friday of every month the district turns into a pedestrian art haven. Take your drinks into the street and hop from gallery to gallery and pick up some antiques along the way!
Bluebird Theater
3317 E Colfax AveOgden Theatre
935 E Colfax AveRiNo Art District
1320 Walnut StDenver Museum of Nature & Science
2001 Colorado BlvdParks & Nature
Denver Botanic Gardens
1007 York StChautauqua Park
9th StreetEstes Park
Idaho Springs
Evergreen
City Park
2001 Colorado BlvdWalking distance from the house
Governor's Residence at the Boettcher Mansion
400 E 8th AveShopping
Enjoy a great farmers market. Sundays during the summer
822 locals recommend
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
3000 E 1st AveEnjoy a great farmers market. Sundays during the summer
South Pearl Street
South Pearl StreetEnjoy a great farmers market. Sundays during the summer
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
900 East 11th AvenueSprouts Farmers Market
3625 E Colfax AvePresbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
1719 E 19th Ave