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chili's
Restaurants

Neighbors Upset About Upcoming Loss of Local Chili’s

By Molly MartinNovember 3, 2025

It’s one of the few sit-down dining options left in the area.

red double decker bus
Restaurants

Restaurant Roll Call: Every Opening and Closing in October

By Molly MartinNovember 1, 2025

Over forty spots debuted, including a coffee shop housed in a double-decker bus.

restaurant dining room
Restaurants

Highly Anticipated RiNo Rooftop Restaurant Now Open

By Molly MartinOctober 31, 2025

Its executive chef formerly led the kitchen at Michelin Bib Gourmand eatery Hop Alley.

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Jeff Prah at Wheat Ridge Meats
Shops & Markets

Longtime Wheat Ridge Butcher Shop Reopening October 31 Under New Owner

By Brendan Joel KelleyOctober 30, 2025

It’s on a suburban corner location that’s hawked poultry and meats since 1942.

two people holding beers
Bars & Breweries

Aurora Brewery Closing, Planning to Relocate After Two Decades

By Molly MartinOctober 30, 2025

“We’re filled with gratitude for the past and also excited for the future.”

brick building with "bar" over the entrance
Bars & Breweries

There’s a New Neighborhood Bar With Affordable Drinks on East Colfax

By Molly MartinOctober 29, 2025

“We’re not bringing a cocktail bar to Colfax— we’re bringing the Colfax spirit into a cocktail bar.”

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Restaurants

High-End Downtown Tasting Menu Spot Is Making a Comeback

By Molly MartinOctober 27, 2025

This will be its third iteration since 2020.

Eclipse Cannabis Co. dispensary in Boulder
Marijuana

Popular Boulder Cannabis Dispensary Closes

By Thomas MitchellOctober 27, 2025

Known for stocking new and exciting brands, Eclipse was a key figure in reigniting Boulder’s cannabis scene after the pandemic.

barbecue chicken and ribs
Restaurants

Barbecue Chain Closing Its Only Colorado Location After Two Decades

By Molly MartinOctober 27, 2025

“We’ve loved every brisket, rib, and smile we’ve shared over the years — you’ve all become like family to us.”

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three tacos
Restaurants

Local Mexican Chain Opens First Denver Location in Capitol Hill

By Molly MartinOctober 27, 2025

It’s also planning to open in the former Wendell’s in Berkeley and El Tepehaun in Englewood.

rendering of a modern Mexican restaurant
Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Six New Spots and One Comeback

By Molly MartinOctober 25, 2025

A trendy Mexican eatery has expanded to Central Park, while a popular Aurora bar has been resurrected by new owners.

inside of a food hall
Shops & Markets

South Denver Food Hall Debuts a Revamp

By Molly MartinOctober 24, 2025

It’s celebrating all weekend long.

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Restaurants

Sneak Peek: Colfax Dim Sum & Noodles Spot Is Ready for Its Debut

By Molly MartinOctober 23, 2025

The restaurant has a lot of options, from dumplings and buns to buttery fried prawns and braised ribs.

interior of a bar
Bars & Breweries

New Downtown Speakeasy Celebrates African Culture

By Molly MartinOctober 23, 2025

“We wanted to build something intimate, so it feels like we have a bar in the middle of a jungle.”

various food on plates
Restaurants

Local Green Chile-Centric Chain Expanding to Vegas and Beyond

By Molly MartinOctober 22, 2025

Will it become the next Chipotle?

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interior of a cheese shop
Shops & Markets

Beloved Cheese Shop Closed, but Not Gone

By Molly MartinOctober 22, 2025

“I’m going to work my ass off to rebuild and reinvent the shop to fit into these crazy, scary financial times.”

building with red doors
Restaurants

Is RiNo Food Hall Zeppelin Station Extinct?

By Molly MartinOctober 21, 2025

A dino-centric revamp fell apart and now, just one food stall remains.

three people posing behind a counter
Restaurants

Acclaimed L.A. Chef Launches Residency in RiNo

By Molly MartinOctober 21, 2025

Douglas Rankin also plans to reopen his award-winning eatery Bar Chelou in the Mile High next year.

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man standing next to a motorcycle holding a tray of hot dogs
Restaurants

Biker Jim’s Is Making a Comeback at LoHi Food Hall

By Molly MartinOctober 20, 2025

Fans will once again have a brick-and-mortar spot where they can get Jim Pittenger’s famous dogs.

Santo Remedio patio
Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Eight New Spots Debut

By Molly MartinOctober 18, 2025

Additions include a Mexican restaurant in Jefferson Park, a Chinese buffet in Aurora and more.

a couple behind a bar
Bars & Breweries

Parisian Champagne Bar Opening in Former Noble Riot Space

By Antony BrunoOctober 17, 2025

“I think the need right now is less explaining and education, and more evoking joy and bringing people together.”

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"guiseppe's pizzeria" sign
Restaurants

One of Denver’s Oldest Pizzerias Has Closed

By Molly MartinOctober 16, 2025

It had been open since 1988 and was bought by a new owner three years ago.

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