noodles. Reservations accepted. 3500 Larimer St.,
720-379-8340. DinnerHops & Pie $$
Berkeley / Pizza Craft pizza and local brews are this
spot’s forte. Load up your pie with toppings such as
blackberry barbecue sauce and pickled jalapeño, and
wash it all down with a choice of more than 20 beers.
Reservations not accepted. 3920 Tennyson St.,
303-477-7000. Lunch, DinnerI
Il Porcellino Salumi $$
Berkeley / Deli This market and deli strives to provide
the highest quality cured meats in Colorado. Pick a
selection to take with you, or enjoy a fresh salumi plat-
ter or sandwich in house. Reservations not accepted.
4334 W. 41st Ave., 303-477-3206. Lunch, DinnerIl Posto $$$$
RiNo / Italian Enjoy Andrea Frizzi’s upscale Italian
cuisine in sleek, urban environs. Don’t miss the seasonal
risotto. Reservations accepted. 2601 Larimer St.,
303-394-0100. Lunch, Dinner25 BEST Izakaya Den $$
Platt Park / International It’s been dubbed Sushi Den
II, but Izakaya Den is more than a replica of its popular
cousin. You can still order ultrafresh sushi, but the most
exciting dishes are small plates. Reservations accepted.
1487-A S. Pearl St., 303-777-0691. Lunch, DinnerH
Hashtag $$
Stapleton / American Prolific Denver chef Troy Guard
takes on the breakfast joint. Wake up on the right side
of the bed with lamb neck eggs Benedict, kimchi fried
rice, and quinoa waffles. Reservations not accepted.
10155 E. 29th Dr., 303-996-9985. Breakfast, BrunchHearth & Dram $$$$
Downtown / American This modern saloon features
more than 350 whiskey selections. The menu offers
wood-fired proteins such as pork ribs and duck breast.
Reservations accepted. 1801 Wewatta St., 303-623-- Dinner
Hedge Row $$$
Cherry Creek / American The team behind the
Kitchen focuses on wood-roasted, seasonal fare at this
bright Cherry Creek spot. Order the grilled carrots with
ricotta. Reservations accepted. 100 Steele St., 720-642-- Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Highland Tap and Burger $$
LoHi / American Pick your patty, bun, and premium
toppings for a customizable meal enhanced with a
choice of Colorado craft beers. Also try the Sloan Lake
location. Reservations accepted for eight or more. 2219
W. 32nd Ave., 720-287-4493. Lunch, Dinner25 BEST Hop Alley $$$
RiNo / Asian From Tommy Lee of Uncle, this neighbor-
hood hangout serves dishes rooted in Chinese tradition
with a touch of distinctive flair. Try the garlic shrimpFruition Restaurant $$$
Country Club / American Executive chef Alex Seidel’s
tiny kitchen focuses on seasonal dishes (many ingredi-
ents come straight from his farm). Try the pasta
carbonara. Reservations accepted. 1313 E. Sixth Ave.,
303-831-1962. DinnerG
Gaetano’s $$$
Sunnyside / Italian This comfy neighborhood hangout
features old-school favorites such as chicken Parmesan.
Reservations recommended. 3760 Tejon St., 303-455-- Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Gozo $$
Baker / Mediterranean Find a rustic Mediterranean
menu of wood-fired pizzas at this wine-focused eatery.
Reservations accepted. 30 S. Broadway, 720-638-1462.
Lunch, Dinner, BrunchGreen Russell $$
Downtown / Pub This chef-driven cocktail bar offers a
variety of small plates and libations. Reservations not
accepted. 1422 Larimer St., 303-893-6505. DinnerGuard and Grace $$$$
Downtown / Steak House Chef Troy Guard’s modern
steak house offers a chic setting for his innovative fare,
which includes a raw bar and delicate salads. Try the
flight of filet mignon. Reservations recommended. 1801
California St., 303-293-8500. Lunch, DinnerIf life is a series of moments, make each one unforgettable.
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