25 BEST Cattivella $$$
Stapleton / Italian Former Panzano chef Elise Wiggins
offers rustic, wood-fired Italian fare from a sprawling
chef’s counter. Go for grilled oysters and seasonal
pizzas. Reservations accepted. 10195 E. 29th Dr., Ste.
110, 303-645-3779. Dinner, Brunch
Cherry Cricket $
Cherry Creek / Pub This neighborhood hangout
offers excellent green chile and great burgers. Also try
the new Ballpark location. Reservations not accepted.
2641 E. Second Ave., 303-322-7666. Lunch, Dinner
Chile Verde $$
Central Denver / Mexican This restaurant is modest
in appearance, but its plates of traditional Mexican
cuisine burst with color. Go for the poblano crêpes.
Reservations accepted. 2311 Federal Blvd., 720-287-
- Lunch, Dinner
Cho77 $$
Baker / Asian Chef Lon Symensma (of the acclaimed
ChoLon) has created a more casual environment at the
approachable Cho77. The Asian-inspired menu features
winners like the Thai chicken curry. Reservations
accepted for parties larger than nine. 42 S. Broadway,
720-638-8179. Dinner
25 BEST ChoLon $$$$
Downtown / Asian Before opening ChoLon, execu-
tive chef Lon Symensma spent months in Southeast
Asia scouring markets for inspiration. His travels inform
this contemporary Asian restaurant and its authentic-
with a-modern-twist cuisine. Try the French onion soup
dumplings. Reservations accepted. 1555 Blake St.,
303-353-5223. Lunch, Dinner
Citizen Rail $$$$
Downtown / American This chic eatery offers dry-
aged proteins and indulgent wood-fire cooking. Try the
hickory smoked oxtail and rice porridge. Reservations
recommended. Hotel Born, 1899 16th St., 303-323-
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
City, O’ City $$
Capitol Hill Area / American This meat-free zone
features pizza, vegan pastries, and a full bar. Reserva-
tions accepted for parties of five or more. 206 E. 13th
Ave., 303-831-6443. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cochino Taco $$
Englewood / Mexican The menu at this quirky taque-
ria features 16 different taco options and a poblano
chile-topped burger. Reservations not accepted. 3495 S.
Downing St., 720-542-9829. Lunch, Dinner
Colt & Gray $$$$
Downtown / Contemporary This intimate neighbor-
hood pub presents a superior roster of seasonal
farm-to-plate options. Start with the roasted marrow
bones with caramelized onions. Reservations accepted.
1553 Platte St., Ste. #120, 303-477-1447. Dinner
Comal $
RiNo / Latin American You’ll find family dishes from
Latin America and Syria, at this restaurant, which
provides job training to women living in nearby neigh-
borhoods. Reservations not accepted. 3455 Ringsby Ct.,
Ste. 105, 303-292-0770. Lunch
Comida $$$
RiNo / Mexican Find creative tacos and lounge on the
large patio at this Mexican-inspired cantina. Stop by for
happy hour and order the spicy shrimp and a hibiscus
margarita. Multiple locations. Reservations accepted.
The Source, 3350 Brighton Blvd., 303-296-2747. Lunch,
Dinner, Brunch
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Open 7 days a week
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717 Yosemite St.
Open 7 days a week
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10259 S. Parker Rd.,
Ste. 104
Open 6 days a week
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5066 S. Wadsworth Blvd.,
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