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Pizzeria Lui $$
Lakewood / Pizza Delicious, seasonal pies are baked
to order in a Gianni Acunto Napoli oven imported from
Naples, Italy. Reservations not accepted. 5380 W.
Mississippi Ave., 303-922-3202. Dinner25 BEST The Plimoth $$$$
Northeast Metro / American This New American
restaurant draws from classic Italian and French cuisines.
An emphasis on locally farmed and foraged ingredients
results in an ever-changing menu of seasonal dishes,
like confit heirloom potatoes and cauliflower-turnip
gratinée. Reservations recommended. 2335 E. 28th
Ave., 303-297-1215. DinnerThe Populist $$$
RiNo / Contemporary This pared-down, old-fash-
ioned eatery offers thoughtful small plates. Favorites
include the Colorado grass-fed burger and tandoori
chicken. Reservations accepted. 3163 Larimer St.,
720-432-3163. DinnerThe Post Brewing Co. $$
Rosedale / American Colorado-style fried bird is the
specialty at this laid-back joint. Diners flock for the
crispy fried chicken as well as the creative sides, tasty
craft brews, and down-home desserts. Multiple loca-
tions. Reservations not accepted. 2200 S. Broadway,
720-466-5699. Lunch, Dinner, BrunchPost Oak Hall $
Wheat Ridge / American Take a quick trip to Houston,
Texas with these authentic and delicious po’ boy sand-
wiches. Reservations not accepted. 6195 W. 44th Ave.,
303-834-7048. LunchPete’s Kitchen $
Capitol Hill Area / American A longtime Denver land-
mark and late-night staple, Pete’s is known for its
breakfasts but also serves burgers, gyros, and souvlaki
sandwiches any time of day. Reservations not accepted.
1962 E. Colfax Ave., 303-321-3139. Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner, BrunchPho Duy $
Westwood / Vietnamese Slurp down delicious bowls
of noodle soup at this popular Vietnamese mainstay.
Reservations not accepted. 925 S. Federal Blvd.,
303-937-1609. Lunch, DinnerPhoenician Kabob $$
Park Hill / Middle Eastern This quiet restaurant serves
a solid menu of Middle Eastern and Lebanese fare. Try
the sabanekh, pastries stuffed with spinach, onion, and
pine nuts. Reservations accepted. 5709 E. Colfax Ave.,
303-355-7213. Lunch, DinnerPizza Republica $$$
Downtown / Pizza This Italian fare is made from
scratch. Try a Neapolitan pizza or the stuffed shells. Also
try the Greenwood Village location. Reservations
accepted. 890 14th St., 303-623-2811. Lunch, DinnerPizzeria Locale (Boulder) $$
Boulder / Pizza Inspired by the pizzerias of Napoli, Italy,
this contemporary pizza joint offers a modern take on a
traditional classic. It also features the first Stefano Ferr-
ara oven in the state. Try the mais pizze with prosciutto
cotto, sweet corn crème, and fresh mozzarella. Also try
the fast-casual locations in Denver. Reservations
accepted. 1730 Pearl St., 303-442-3003. Lunch, DinnerOtoto $$$
Platt Park / Japanese Market-driven dishes like a
catch-of-the-day raw bar and whole grilled fish comple-
ment a selection of sashimi. Reservations accepted.
1501 Pearl St., 303-733-2503. DinnerP
Palenque Mezcaleria $
Platt Park / Mexican Tucked behind Adelitas Cocina y
Cantina rests Colorado’s first mezcaleria. Learn more
about mezcal and snack on small plates like shrimp and
mango ceviche. Reservations accepted. 1294 S. Broad-
way, 303-778-1294. Lunch, DinnerPanzano $$$$
Downtown / Italian Grab a seat at the exhibition
kitchen and enjoy rustic northern Italian cuisine. Reser-
vations recommended. 909 17th St., 303-296-3525.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, BrunchParisi Italian Market & Deli $
Berkeley / Italian Enjoy quick, casual dining, including
wood oven pizzas, house-made pasta, gelato, and
espresso. Reservations not accepted. 4401 Tennyson
St., 303-561-0234. Lunch, DinnerPark Burger $
Platt Park / American This neighborhood eatery
serves up top-notch gourmet burgers. Multiple loca-
tions. Reservations not accepted. 1890 S. Pearl St.,
720-242-9951. Lunch, Dinner