THE RESTAURANT GUIDE

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Welcome to Denver! While you’re visiting, we hope you’ll take advantage of the city’s thriving culinary scene. This restaurant guide provides brief descriptions for a selection of restaurants in Denver. Please note that the focus of this guide is on eating establishments located within an easy walk of the Convention Center. For those of you who want to explore the city, we have also provided examples of select restaurants in a number of Denver’s more popular neighborhoods. Obviously, this cannot be a comprehensive guide to all the restaurants in Denver, so we have also listed a number of professional restaurant guides compiled by 5280, The Denver Post, and many others. Don’t forget to visit the unofficial conference wiki for more options and to add your own favorites: http://aall2010.pbworks.com/ Please note that we are not responsible for the quality of food or service you might receive at any of the restaurants listed. Many of the restaurants listed are very popular with tourists and locals and they can fill up very quickly. When possible, we suggest that you make a reservation ahead of time. We hope you find this restaurant guide useful. If you have additional questions about dining in the city, please stop by the Hospitality Booth in the Convention Center.

Madeline Cohen & Anne Lucke

Hospitality Committee Co-Chairs

Local Arrangements Committee 2010

This guide was revised as of 6/11/10

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Key to Price Symbols 2 Restaurant Listings 2

Inside the convention center 2 Quick eats near the convention center 2 Short walk or Shuttle Ride 5 Nearby Neighborhoods 9

Larimer Square 9 LoDo 11 Uptown and 17th Avenue 14 Golden Triangle 16 Highlands 17

Further Afield 19 Reviews, Reservations and Guides 23

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KEY TO PRICE SYMBOLS

Symbol: The average dinner entrée is: $ Under $10 $$ $10-20

$$$ $20-30 $$$$ Over $30

RESTAURANT LISTINGS

Hours have been included in the descriptions below only when the restaurant offers hours outside of the normal lunch and dinner times. If a restaurant’s description does not include the hours, it should be assumed that the restaurant adheres to conventional opening times. All restaurant information was accurate at time of compiling, but is subject to change. Please consult the individual restaurants for the latest hours, prices, specials, etc.

INSIDE THE CONVENTION CENTER

Blue Bear Café Located in Lobby A, the Blue Bear is a full service café offering espresso drinks, smoothies, a full bar and Grab n’ Go items such as breakfast croissants, sandwiches, salads and fruit. Price: $

Olympian Grill Located in Hall A, the Olympian Grill offers hot dogs, bratwurst and nachos along with on the go food such as muffins, yogurt, cookies, brownies and chips, in addition to a variety of beverages. Price: $

QUICK EATS NEAR THE CONVENTION CENTER These restaurants are located near the convention center and are a convenient spot to grab a quick meal, but several are local favorites even when you have more time to relax. An's Lemongrass Grille The menu consists of fresh spring rolls, delicate Vietnamese egg rolls, rich and vibrant Pho soup and rice noodle bowls which are topped with grilled lemongrass marinated meats. Closed Saturday & Sunday. Price: $ 1617-B California St., 720-889-0383 Arby's 1600 California St., 303-623-1105 Bruegger’s Bagel Bakery 817 17th St. (17th & Stout), 303-675-0606 Café Options Café Options is a fast casual restaurant serving breakfast and lunch from 6:30 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday. The eco-friendly café offers made-to-order salads, house-roasted meats, and soups made from scratch. 100% of the proceeds from Café Options go to Work Options for Women, which helps women end the cycle of poverty by providing them with the work and life skills to become forever self-sufficient and independent. Price: $ 1650 Curtis St., 303-573-0733 Chick-fil-A 303 16th St. (16th & Tremont, in the basement of Republic Plaza), 303-893-3546

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Chipotle Mexican Grill Founded in Denver, Chipotle offers fast, casual burritos, tacos and more. Price: $ 1600 California St., 303-615-5818 Cook’s Fresh Market Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Cook’s is a popular spot with the downtown crowd. They are known for their large salad bar, delicious sandwiches and fresh ingredients. Closed Sunday. Price: $ 1600 Glenarm Pl., 303-893-2277 Corner Bakery 500 16th St. (between Glenarm & Tremont), 303-572-0166 Einstein Bros Bagels 1600 California St., 303-436-1413 Green Fine Salad Co. Made to order salads chopped and tossed “exhibition style” and served in a bowl or in a warm, griddled tortilla. Open Monday through Friday, 11 am – 4 pm. Price: $ 16th & Arapahoe, 303-279-0173 and 16th & Broadway, 303-629-9127 Heidi's Brooklyn Deli Heidi's Brooklyn Deli is home to dozens of famous and delicious sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, smoothies, and ice creams as well as breakfast sandwiches and burritos. Price: $ 555 17th St. (17th & Welton), 303-295-1845 and 1225 17th St. (17th & Lawrence), 720-214-4728 Ink! Coffee Serving hand made salads and sandwiches in addition to delicious coffee, Ink! is open Monday through Friday, 6 am – 6 pm and Saturday & Sunday, 7 am – 6 pm Price: $ 686 16th St. (16th & California ), 303-825-4422 Jamba Juice 701 16th St. (16th & California), 303-892-1361 Jason’s Deli 702 16th St. (16th & California), 303-243-5599 Jimmy John’s 622 16th St. (between California & Welton), 303-623-3370 and 110 16th St. (16th & Broadway), 303-623-5050 Little India A local favorite, Little India has been voted Best Indian Restaurant & Best Lunch Buffet by Westword Readers for the past 11 years and has been a 5280 Magazine Top of The Town Award winner every year since 2002. Price: $$ 1533 Champa St., 303-629-5777 Mad Greens Fresh, made-to-order salads and paninis. Price: $ 1600 Stout St., 720-468-4173 and 1200 Acoma St. (Denver Art Museum), 720-496-4158 McDonald's 904 16th St. (16th & Champa), 303-592-1750

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Mici Handcrafted Italian Mici is a casual, family-owned restaurant and is a delicious and inexpensive choice for antipasti, salads, soup, panini, pasta and pizza.. The pizza dough is fresh and baked directly on a stone deck oven; the meatballs are hand rolled. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, dinner only on Sunday. Price: $ 1531 Stout St., 303-629-6424 Paradise Bakery & Cafe Paradise offers freshly prepared baked goods made from scratch every morning, as well as a variety of light meals including soups, salads and sandwiches. Open for breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday. Price: $ 1001 16th St. (16th & Curtis), 303-436-1192 Perks Coffee & More (Open 24-hours) 650 15th St., inside the Hyatt Regency Hotel Quizno’s Locations include 216 16th St. (16th & Court), 303-454-9044 and 1661 Stout St., 303-352-0195. Republic Plaza Food Court Located in the basement of the building, the food court offers Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Mexican, deli and salad options. Price: $ Enter the food court by going down the stairs at 16th & Tremont The Salad Bowl Choose from 50+ fresh toppings or 13 signature salads and watch as the Master Salad Creators create a salad made just for you. Price: $ 1550 Court Place (inside the Sheraton Hotel), 303-825-1130 Santa Fe Cookie Company Westword calls this “Denver’s Best Secret Store.” You can get three warm, homemade cookies for $1.00! Cupcakes, brownies and other sweets are also available for just $1.00. Cash and exact change only. Price: $ 16th St. & Tremont (at the bottom of the stairs) Starbuck’s Various locations including: 16th St. & California; inside The Curtis Hotel lobby at 14th St. & Curtis; at 16th St. & Curtis; at 17th St. & Stout; inside the Marriott Hotel lobby at 17th St. & California; and at 18th & California Subway 409 16th St. (16th & Tremont), 303-996-1178 and 900 16th St. (between Curtis & Champa), 303-573-9861 Three Sisters Café Three Sisters is a locally owned cafe offering a tasty selection of paninis, wraps, sandwiches, salads, soups, cookies and more. Open Monday through Friday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm. Price: $ 1717 Stout St., 303-991-8772 Tuscany Coffee and Deli Locally owned coffee shop, serving soups, salads & sandwiches in addition to beverages. Open Monday through Friday, 6:00 am - 5:00 pm. Price: $ 1600 Stout St., 720-932-8787

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SHORT WALK OR SHUTTLE RIDE Downtown Denver offers a plethora of restaurants that are just a short walk or 16th Street Mall Shuttle ride from the convention center. Altitude Restaurant - Hyatt Regency Denver Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, the varied menu in this Denver restaurant is sure to please everyone. Price: $$-$$$ 650 15th St., 303-486-4434 Appaloosa Grill The diverse menu features 100% natural meats as well as a variety of vegetarian choices. The Grill also boasts two happy hours a day, weekend brunch, a patio on the 16th Street Mall, live entertainment nightly and a kitchen that serves until 1am. Price: $$ 535 16th St., 720-932-1700 Baur's Ristorante Baur’s offers contemporary American seasonal dishes inspired by classic Mediterranean flavors and features casual lunches, fine dining, an extensive wine bar, espresso and gourmet desserts in a relaxed, elegant atmosphere of unparalled service. Price: $$-$$$ 1512 Curtis St., 303-534-4842 Bayou Bob's A family owned and operated restaurant serving authentic Southern cuisine (including alligator tail!). Laissez les bon temps rouler! Closed Sunday. Price: $$ 1635 Glenarm Pl., 303-573-6828 The Broker A Denver fixture for over 30 years, the Broker is known for its complimentary bottomless bowls of peel-and-eat shrimp, prime rib and extensive wine cellar. Housed in an historic bank building, the cherry wood décor and European antiques compliment the traditional American menu. Open for lunch and dinner during the week, and dinner only on weekends. Price: $$$$ 821 17th St., 303-292-5065 Bubba Gump Shrimp Co One of a small chain of seafood restaurants committed to providing a casual environment where everyone can enjoy a great meal and have some fun too. Price: $$$ 1437 California St., 303-623-4867 Café Berlin Whether it's the sweet reminiscence of the cabbage rolls your mother made you as a child or that ever satisfying search for the perfect soul-inspired yet tastefully old-world Jäger-schnitzel, Cafe Berlin is Denver's answer to great food, the friendliest service and gemütlichkeit. Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Friday, dinner only on Saturday and Sunday. Reservations strongly recommended. 323 14th St., 303-377-5896

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The Cheesecake Factory The Cheesecake Factory menu features more than 200 menu selections and the restaurant is famous for generous portions which are ideal for sharing or taking home for a second meal – but be sure to save room to enjoy one of 50 legendary cheesecakes and specialty desserts. Price: $$ 1201 16th St., 303-595-0333 Chili's This national chain is known for serving hearty portions of soups & chili, salads, sandwiches, burgers and baby back ribs. Price: $-$$ 951 16th St., 720-904-8822 City O’ City City, O' City is a café in the european sense of the word - they're open all the time, from early in the morning until late at night, and they do a little bit of everything. It’s a place to hang out, eat, read a book, have a drink, run into friends... and it’s vegetarian! Price: $ 206 E. 13th Ave., 303-831-6443 The Corner Office Restaurant Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, this hotspot offers something for everyone. Menu offerings include Frosted Flakes, Lucky Charms, blueberry cheesecake waffles, lobster mac + cheese, and chicken tikka masala. You can even have breakfast for dinner! Price: $-$$ 1401 Curtis St., 303-825-6500 The Delectable Egg Consistently recognized as one of Denver's top breakfast and lunch establishments, they are noted for their friendly neighborhood atmosphere, and a menu that boasts farm fresh, all natural ingredients. Price: $ 1625 Court Pl., 303-892-5720 and 1642 Market St., 303-572-8146 Earls Restaurant Very popular with the downtown crowd, Earls has the feel up an upscale sports bar. The menu features pizzas, pastas, salads, burgers, grilled chicken and steaks, along with some more unusual choices such as Jeera Chicken Curry. Price: $$-$$$ 1600 Glenarm Pl., 303-595-3275 Elway’s Owned by the Denver Broncos’ famous former quarterback, John Elway, and located inside the Ritz-Carlton hotel, Elway’s offers a unique steakhouse experience. Open daily for breakfast or brunch as well as dinner. Price: $$$$ 1881 Curtis St., 303-312-3107 Hard Rock Cafe Featuring memorabilia from The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Cash and even Hunter S. Thompson, this restaurant will keep music fans entertained and well-fed. Price: $$ 500 16th St., 303-623-3191

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Johnny Rockets Every original Johnny Rockets restaurant boasts great tasting food from a menu of favorites including juicy hamburgers, classic sandwiches, and hand-dipped shakes and malts. Guests also enjoy an all-American look and feel, tabletop jukeboxes and authentic décor. Price: $ 403 16th St., 303-623-1533 Katie Mullen’s Katie Mullen’s is a uniquely Irish Bar and Restaurant encompassing four bars and four themed experiences. The pub brings an inventive yet traditional mix of Irish and American cuisine and prides itself on quality food, drink and customer service. Price: $$ 1550 Court Pl., 303-573-0336 Le Chateau / La Fondue This fine French restaurant features a wide array of delicious pastas, succulent veal and lamb, fresh meat and seafood, and irresistible desserts. And for the Fondue lover, they offer a full course menu as well! Price: $$-$$$ 1040 15th St., 303-534-0404 Le Peep Open daily for breakfast and lunch, Le Peep is known for serving generous portions of your favorite breakfast foods, with a hot pot of coffee always on the table. Price: $ 999 18th St., 303-244-0360 Maggiano’s Little Italy Offering generous portions of Italian favorites, guests can choose to eat family-style or to order individual entrees. Price: $$ 500 16th St., 303-260-7707 Marlowe's Local business people and out of town tourists all enjoy the variety of American cuisine dishes at this downtown restaurant known for its large variety of martinis. Marlowe's prides itself on being locally owned and operated since its inception. Price: $$-$$$ 501 16th St., 303-595-3700 Old Spaghetti Factory At the Old Spaghetti Factory, all entrées come with hot, fresh baked bread, soup or a crisp green salad with choice of dressing, milk, coffee, hot or iced tea, and vanilla or spumoni ice cream. Price: $$ 1215 18th St., 303-295-1864 Panzano Restaurant The award-winning Panzano, right on the corner of 17th and Champa Streets, has become a true local favorite. Exceptional Northern Italian cuisine matches the warm and inviting setting, the result of Chef Elise Wiggins and her team's commitment to the motto, "Chi mangia bene, viva bene." Those who eat well, live well. Price: $$-$$$ 909 17th St., 303-296-3525

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Paramount Café Denver’s original rock-n-roll café, the Paramount offers salads, burgers, sandwiches, and even a few Mexican-themed entrees. Price: $-$$ 519 16th St., 303-893-2000 PI Kitchen & Bar Located in the Hilton Garden Inn, PI offers a breakfast bar for $14, plus all-day dining on sandwiches, pastas and Asian inspired entrees. Price: $$ 1400 Welton St., 303-844-5555 Prima Ristorante Nationally acclaimed chef Kevin Taylor's latest Denver concept serves up Contemporary Italian cuisine with fresh modern takes on Italian classics. A wide range of homemade pastas, antipasti and carpaccio are offered. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Price: $$-$$$ 1106 14th St., 303-228-0770 Red Square Euro Bistro Chef Maxim Ionikh serves up a much lighter version than one might expect from Russian cuisine, and many of the menu selections have a very European flair. The restaurant has daily features, a selection of seafood and pasta, meats from the grill, and a most impressive selection of vodkas. Décor has an Art Deco feel with Russian influences. Price: $$$ 1512 Larimer St. in Writer Square, 303-595-8600 Restaurant Kevin Taylor This elegant restaurant in the Hotel Teatro serves up a cuisine located somewhere between fusion and French, the American Southwest and the Asian Rim. Entrees include duck, Colorado lamb, ranch-raised venison and black angus sirloins. Crowded after theater, reservations are recommended at this Mobil 4 star, AAA 4 diamond rated restaurant with a wine list of over 900 labels. Open for dinner Monday through Saturday. Price: $$$$ 1106 14th St., 303-820-2600 Rialto Cafe The Rialto has a wonderful Art Deco interior and a beautiful bar. The cuisine is American but with a hint of Asian too. They are also known for their great selection of soups and salads for lighter fare. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and a brunch on Sunday that features a giant selection of fruits, waffles and eggs Benedict. Price: $$ 934 16th St., 303-893-2233 Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery Rock Bottom features a lively and casual dining experience with fresh, handcrafted beers brewed on premise and an innovative menu. Rock Bottom is a great place for lunch, dinner or drinks on the patio. Price: $$ 1001 16th St., 303- 534-7616 Rocky Mountain Diner The "Diner" has been serving up heaping portions of homemade food since 1990. Expect western music and western cuisine with buffalo meatloaf and Rocky Mountain trout all served with generous sides of mashed potatoes and rolls. The desserts are giant-sized as well. Price: $-$$ 800 18th St., 303-293-8383

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Sam's No. 3 Sam's No. 3™ was the third of five Coney Islands opened by Sam Armatas throughout the 1920's. Today it still serves favorites such as steak & eggs, omelets, Coney dogs, hamburgers, meatloaf and burritos, all at reasonable prices. Price: $ 1500 Curtis St., 303-534-1927 Ship Tavern at the Brown Palace Hotel Home to the region's best prime rib, the Ship Tavern serves lunch and dinner in a vintage pub atmosphere. An excellent choice for sports viewing, the Tavern features exceptional micro-brewed beer and wine selections, and live entertainment Wednesday through Saturday evenings. Price: $$ 321 17th St., 303-297-3111 Sushi Han Located in Writer Square, this popular sushi restaurant is known for its fresh fish, great service and reasonable prices. Open Monday through Friday for Lunch and Monday through Saturday for Dinner. Price: $$ 1512 Larimer St., 303-820-3331 Willie G's Known for serving fresh seafood specialties and recognized nationally as one of the top upscale seafood restaurants, Willie G’s has the steak and seafood combination covered. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday, dinner only on Saturday and Sunday. Price: $$-$$$ 1585 Lawrence St., 303-575-9000

NEARBY NEIGHBORHOODS

Larimer Square Larimer Square is downtown Denver’s historic, walkable shopping & dining district. Within a single historic block, Larimer Square boasts one of the nation’s most significant collections of regionally exclusive and chef-owned restaurants. It is located just two blocks from the 16th Street Mall on Larimer Street. Bistro Vendome A casual, but authentic corner family bistro atmosphere with exceptional cuisine based upon the classic French, adapted to contemporary tastes. Every day has its own “daily special” of hearty and robust dishes such as Striped Bass a la Provencal. There is also a full selection of French wines and cocktails. Open for dinner all week and also for brunch on weekends. Price: $$ - $$$ 1420 Larimer Square, 303-825-3232 The Capital Grille This is the restaurant to chose for classic streak cuisine, with large cuts of dry aged beef cooked to your specifications. Chicken and seafood, lobster, shrimp etc. are also offered but the specialty of the house is definitely the steak, whether a 24-oz. Porterhouse or the Grille’s Delmonico. Finish up with their wonderful coconut cream pie – light and delicious. Open for lunch Monday through Friday, dinner seven nights a week. Price: $$$-$$$$ 1450 Larimer Square, 303-539-2500

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Corridor 44 An opulent champagne and crudo bar which exudes French-coast-meets-Morocco cache, Corridor 44 is intimate and unabashedly sensual, juxtaposing white leather banquettes and crystal chandeliers with striped walls, oversized chairs and Zebra-print carpeting. The restaurant's lively selection of champagne-inspired plates heralds a new approach to dining, one of world-class cuisine in portions that satisfy appetites hungry for variation. Open every day at 4 p.m. Price: $$-$$$ 1433 Larimer Square, 303-893-0044. Cru - A Wine Bar Crú offers over 300 selections, some 50 wines by the glass, as well as 14 wine flights daily. Wine selections are well chosen and moderately priced. The menu is a contemporary collection of French-Continental, Asian Fusion and Wine Country separated in three categories: Sharing Plates; Dinner Entrees; and Cheese Flights. Price: $$ 1442 Larimer Square, 303-893-9463 Lime An American cantina, serving excellent margaritas and fresh Mexican food. They make their own corn tamales every day, and the refried beans and chili sauce are vegetarian. Open for dinner at 4 p.m. Closed Sundays. Price: $$ 1414 Larimer Square, 303-893-LIME The Market Originally a small grocery store, in 1983 The Market was transformed into a deli and espresso bar by the Greenberg brothers from New Jersey. Often crowded and busy, it is informal and open for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Order over the counter, like a traditional deli, and plan on finding your own table in this warm and old-fashioned restaurant. Price: $ 1445 Larimer Square, 303-534-5140 Osteria Marco With classic hand-tossed Italian pizza, an extensive and accessible wine selection, house crafted meats and cheeses, and rustic elegance, Marco carries on the tradition of a classic osteria—a place where an upscale chef might flip a few pizzas; where great food, fabulous wine, and laughing friends connect to experience the Italian table. Price: $$ 1453 Larimer Square, 303-534-5855 Rioja The most popular spot on Larimer Square, Chef Jennifer Jasinski and manager, Beth Gruitch, offer a menu inspired by Mediterranean ingredients and using local and seasonal products. Sample menu includes pancetta wrapped monkfish, handmade duck ravioli, and roasted beet salad. Open for dinner daily, for lunch Wednesday through Friday and for brunch on the weekends. Price: $$-$$$ 1431 Larimer Square, 303-820-2282 Samba Room With other locations in Dallas and Orlando, the Samba Room offers Latin fusion cuisine, matching grilled meats and seafood with tropical fruits and spices. Price: $$-$$$ 1460 Larimer Square, 720-956-1701

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TAG At his namesake restaurant, chef Troy Guard bills the menu as "continental social food"—which means that dishes are meant to be shared around the table. Open for lunch Monday through Friday and for dinner daily. Price: $$-$$$ 1441 Larimer Square, 303-996-9985 Tamayo Modern Mexican cuisine full of fresh ingredients and unusual recipes – not your average cantina! Chef Sandoval’s lunch and dinner menus feature elegant appetizers and entrees to satisfy everyone from vegetarians to seafood lovers, but feature Colorado lamb, chicken mole, steaks and pork tenderloins as well. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday and for dinner daily. Price: $$-$$$ 1400 Larimer Square, 720-946-1433 Ted's Montana Grill Beef and Buffalo served as steaks, chops or hamburgers, from Ted Turner. The menu also includes meatloaf and chicken, chili and salads. The interior is authentic craftsman-style Montana bar and grill style with tin ceilings and brass and mahogany wood. Entirely eco-friendly, all products used are recycled. Price: $$ 1401 Larimer Square, 303-893-0654

LoDo LoDo is the affectionate name that Denverites call the Lower Downtown Historic District and mixed-use neighborhood. The historic district is roughly bordered by Speer Blvd., 20th St., Wewatta St., and the alley between Market and Larimer Streets. LoDo, the city's birthplace, is the most exciting, fun, and hip part of the city of Denver! 9th Door At The 9th Door, the main menu focuses on classic Spanish Tapas creatively and zestfully infused with flavor and an ever changing list of delicious wines from the wineries of Spain and South America. Dinner served daily. Advance reservations are highly recommended. Price: $$-$$$ 1808 Blake St., 303-292-2229 1515 Restaurant Famous for its award-winning, nationally recognized New American cuisine (Buffalo Steak, Kobe beef, Colorado Bass), 1515 Restaurant offers fine dining and exceptional service, the freshest local meats and seafood, organic ingredients from its rooftop greenhouse, and the only certified Sous Vide cooking in the Denver area, all in a serene, unforgettable dining experience above Market Street. Price: $$$ 1515 Market St., 303-571-0011 BD’s Mongolian BBQ Features "create your own stir-fry" using a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, and spices. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Price: $$ 1620 Wazee, 303-571-1824 Celtic Tavern From award winning fish and chips to grilled lamb sirloin there is something to please everyone. Lunch is served every Monday through Friday and weekends when the Rockies are in town. Dinner and late night menus are served seven nights a week. Price: $$ 1801 Blake St., 303-308-1795

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Denver Chop House & Brewery Located downtown in the Historic Union Pacific Building and adjacent to Coors Field, the Denver ChopHouse & Brewery menu offers steaks, chops and seafood as well as an extensive wine collection and handcrafted beer brewed on site. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Price: $$-$$$ 1735 19th St., 303-296-0800 Dixon’s Downtown Grill Serving up excellent breakfasts and giant lunches in the historic mission-style arts and crafts Henry Lee building, this lower downtown favorite serves the local business people as well as visiting tourists. Booths are comfortable, service is friendly, food is a mixture of American and Southwestern, and the margaritas are award-winning. Dixons also has a variety of single malt scotches, and a microbrewery. 1610 16th St., 303-573-6100 Fado Irish Pub One location in a national chain, this authentic Irish Pub was imported from Ireland, lock, stock and barrel. The interior is unmatched in Denver as far as the beautiful wood furnishings, the cobble stone floors and of course, the magnificent murals, depicting scenes in Ireland. A great place to hang out and enjoy the best pint in Denver, and perhaps catch some traditional Irish music (live on Mondays and Wednesdays). Price: $$ 1735 19th St., 303-297-0066 Gumbo’s Gumbo's offers Denver diners a selection of the best Cajun and Creole cuisine in the city. Located in the historic Sugar Building, Gumbo's is a club-like dining favorite for a business lunch or a citified night of cocktails and fine dining—Louisiana style! Open for lunch Monday through Friday and for dinner daily. Price: $$-$$$ 1530 16th St., 720-956-1490 H Burger H Burger serves premium fresh-ground Angus burgers, garden fresh salads and distinct sandwiches. Make sure to try one of their specialty liquid nitrogen milkshakes (served with or without alcohol), including the popular Nutella Marshmallow. Price: $-$$ 1555 Blake St., 720-524-4345 India House India House offers an enticing menu of old world northern Indian recipes, popular house specialties, irresistible desserts, and a large selection of wines. Their "varied" wine cellar boasts flavors from all over the world. Open for lunch Monday through Saturday and for dinner daily. Price: $$-$$$ 1514 Blake St., 303-595-0680 JAX Fish House Voted one of the top restaurants in Denver by 5280 Magazine and named Best Seafood Restaurant by Westword and Citysearch, Jax Fish House is one of Denver's most popular destinations for unforgettable food and drink. The famous Raw Bar at Jax features a variety of fresh oysters, clams, chilled Alaskan King Crab and live Maine lobsters, all flown in daily. Open for dinner nightly at 4 pm. Price: $$$-$$$$ 1539 17th St., 303-292-5767

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The Keg Steakhouse Quality, comfort and value are three key ingredients that make The Keg Steakhouse & Bar experience like no other. The menu features tender, juicy steaks, slow roasted prime rib, succulent shellfish, the freshest of salads, irresistible desserts… and of course, an outstanding wine list. Open for dinner daily at 3 pm. Price: $$$ 1890 Wynkoop St., 303-296-0023 McCormick’s Fish House Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and located in the historic Oxford Hotel, this member of the McCormick and Schmick’s chain is noted for serving a daily changing menu of the freshest seafood—raw oysters, fresh fish from both coasts, blue crab and shrimp cakes—and also a selection of poultry and meat dishes. After dinner, visit the Historic Register’s Cruise Room bar, opened since the day after Prohibition was repealed and still serving award-winning martinis. Price: $$ 1659 Wazee St., 303-825-1107 The Oceanaire Seafood Room As sleek as a 1930's ocean liner, the Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy the freshest seafood flown in daily from around the world. Price: $$$$ 1400 Arapahoe St., 303-991-2277 Organixx Organixx offers a delicious array of breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches, soups and salads from wonderful ingredients. Open daily from 8 am – 3 pm. Price: $ 1520 Blake St., 303-825-1550 P.F. Chang’s This national chain serves up large servings of Asian inspired foods, including their famous Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Price: $$ 1415 15th St., 303-260-7222 Rio Grande Affectionately known as “The Rio,” this regional chain is known for its moderately priced TexMex food and potent margaritas. Price: $$ 1525 Blake St., 303-623-5432 Sonoda’s Sonoda's sushi bar and Japanese seafood restaurants have been serving the freshest seafood in Denver, Colorado for over 10 years. The freshness of Kenny Sonoda’s sushi (orders of fresh fish are flown in daily from around the globe) and artful presentation of classic Japanese dishes like Tempura, Sonoda's has gained strong popularity in Denver. Price: $$$ 1620 Market St., 303-595-9500 TwelveRestaurant TwelveRestaurant offers Modern American food in a relaxed, and inviting setting. As the name implies, the menu changes each month, or "twelve" times a year. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Price: $$$ 2233 Larimer St., 303-293-0287

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Vesta Dipping Grill A different concept in dining, here grilled meats and fish are dipped into a wide variety of sauces that originate in a wide variety of cuisines. You choose your meats or fish, then a small set of possible dipping sauces. This is a popular spot and often very noisy; plan on making reservations to get in. Open for dinner daily. Price: $$$ 1822 Blake St., 303-296-1970 Wazee Supper Club Serving sandwiches, hamburgers, and award-winning pizza and strombolis, the Wazee Supper Club has long been an inevitable destination for social gatherers. The atmosphere at the Wazee is nothing if not unique. A classic black and white tile floor is framed by depression-era wainscoting and overhung by gas lights dating from turn-of-the-century Milwaukee and the back bar finished in bleached mahogany burl is an outstanding example of 30s deco style. Price: $ 15th St. & Wazee, 303-623-9518 Wynkoop Brewing Company The Wynkoop Brewing Company, Colorado's oldest brew pub, led the way in the resurgence of Lower Downtown. The interior boasts a warm Colorado pub feel with its hardwood floors, thick timber pillars and pressed tin ceilings. The Wynkoop kitchen serves a variety of pub fare, including shepherd's pie, beer braised pot roast and a Portobello mushroom sandwich. Each day during the week, a different brew plate special is offered. Hurry in early - the specials sell out quickly. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Price: $-$$ 1634 18th St., 303-297-2700 Zengo ZENGO is Japanese for “give and take.” It is Chef Richard Sandoval’s eclectic and energetic, Latin-Asian restaurant, receiving acclaim for its vibrant, fun atmosphere and light sharing cuisine. Zengo is a short walk from 16th Street Mall Shuttle or a short cab ride from the convention center. Open for dinner daily. Price: $$$ 1610 Little Raven St. (Riverfront Park), 720-904-0965

Uptown and 17th Avenue Rising on a slight hill east of the city center, Uptown has great views of Downtown and the Rocky Mountains. Restaurant Row stretches east from Broadway along 17th Avenue, where you'll find everything from simple cafes to fine dining, along with popular bars, nightclubs and small theaters. The Avenue Grill A terrific neighborhood grill where business people come for the delicious and famous hamburgers, and the local residents tend to gather for drinks and dinner, this beautiful 1940’s building has been restored to its former glory. Cuisine is New American, with a nice variety of fresh seafood dishes. Atmosphere is very light, friendly and cozy-casual. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, Sunday only for dinner. Price: $$-$$$ 630 East 17th Ave., 303-861-2820 Hamburger Mary’s Part of a national chain, Hamburger Mary's is an "open-air bar and grille for open-minded people, where guests enjoy a flamboyant dining experience.” Burgers are always made-to-order and the menu includes homemade chili, soups made daily, a variety of salads, appetizers, sandwiches, entrees and desserts (featuring deep-fried Twinkies and "Mary Tyler S'Mores!"). Open daily for lunch and dinner. Price: $$ 700 East 17th Ave., 303-832-1333

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Il Posto Glance into the open air kitchen as Milanese chef/owner Andrea Frizzi prepares dishes inspired from Northern Italy and the resident sommelier ensures the perfect compliment for your meal. The ever-changing menu features local organic produce and meats with seafood flown in daily. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Price: $$$ 2011 East 17th Ave., 303-394-0100 Parallel Seventeen Parallel Seventeen offers a modern interpretation of Vietnamese cuisine inspired by family recipes and redefined for a new generation of discriminating palates. Diners are encouraged to enjoy the food “family style,” with a meal consisting of many small plates. Open for brunch or lunch and dinner daily. Price: $$$ 1600 East 17th Ave., 303-399-0988 Pasquini’s Known for craveable meatball subs and many savory vegetarian options, Pasquini’s really hits the spot with the best pizza and best lasagna in Denver. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday and dinner on Sunday. Price: $-$$ 1336 East 17th Ave., 303-863-8252 Steuben’s Housed in a converted auto-body garage with the bays still in tact, Steuben’s offers a menu of American classics. Featuring macaroni & cheese, fried chicken, and vegetarian chili rellenos, there’s a comfort food to fit every taste. They are also known for their unique and traditional cocktails. Open for brunch or lunch and dinner daily. Price: $$ 523 East 17th Ave., 303-830-1001 Strings Popular and bustling with excitement, the dress code ranges from blue jeans to tuxedos in this casual, but elegant atmosphere. The menu focuses on new American cuisine, with creative noodle dishes and fresh seafood, like the Cashew Crusted Seabass with saffron couscous & vanilla beurre blanc. Lunch and dinner specials change daily to match the season and the mood of the chef. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner, Saturday and Sunday from 5 pm as well as for Sunday brunch. Price: $$-$$$ 1700 Humboldt St., 303-831-7310. Tastes TASTES Wine Bar & Bistro is a neighborhood small plate tapas restaurant serving wine, tapas and dessert. In addition to artisanal cheeses and meats, the menu includes soups, salads and paninis. Open daily for dinner. Price: $$-$$$ 1033 East 17th Ave., 303-459-2311 WaterCourse Foods An entirely meat-free restaurant, WaterCourse Foods’ time-tested menu satisfies the staunch carnivore, the hardcore vegan, the discerning foodie and everyone else who eats. Breakfasts are especially good with their buckwheat pancakes and banana-bread French toast. Lunch offers a Portabello mushroom Reuben that appeals to many. The short cab ride is worth it for vegetarians. Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Price: $ 837 East 17th Ave., 303-832-7313

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Golden Triangle Located between the boundaries of Lincoln St., Colfax Ave. and Speer Blvd. the Golden Triangle is a neighborhood of diversity. This tiny neighborhood has, over the years, transformed from Victorian-era row houses to parking lots to the heart of Denver’s arts scene, with restaurants, coffee houses and pubs as unique as the architecture. Cuba Cuba Two linked blue houses with a large metal palm tree out front will help you find this popular Cuban restaurant a few blocks from the art museum. The menu features many dishes that reflect Cuban and Caribbean cuisine, and the drinks include the trendy mojito. Atmosphere is casual, somewhat noisy with the wood floors, and it is always crowded. Open for dinner only, closed Sunday. Price: $$ - $$$ 1173 Delaware St., 303-605-2822 Cap City Tavern They claim to be the best neighborhood bar, ever. Cap City combines the comfortable feel of your neighborhood bar with a downtown casual dining atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Price: $ 1247 Bannock St., 720-931-8888 Dazzle Restaurant & Lounge Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge is the premier jazz club in the Rocky Mountain Region and is named “One of the Top 100 Jazz Club in the World” by Downbeat magazine and “Best Jazz Club” by Westword. With entrees ranging from burgers and pizza to award-winning Mac and Cheese and Pan-Seared Trout, Dazzle features a unique and eclectic menu that focuses on great American traditional cuisine with a twist. Price: $$ 930 Lincoln St., 303-839-5100 Dozens Close to all the major downtown attractions and the convention center, this homey American cuisine restaurant offers up solid breakfasts and lunches every day. Foods are all made-from-scratch and are a nice alternative to the chain restaurants. Order up your eggs any way you want them or go for an omelette, which can get very creative in their contents and names. The lunch steak sandwich is the real thing, too. Price: $ 236 West 13th Ave., 303-572-0066 Opal Restaurant Opal is a Restaurant for all people. The affordable menu offers both Sushi and contemporary American cuisine and is sure to satisfy anyone. Price: $$ 100 East 9th Ave., 303-861-7999 Parsley Try the Caprese sandwich with fresh mozzarella and organic tomatoes or try the Cherokee sandwich with Applegate Farms all natural roasted turkey and roasted green chilies... two of the best sellers from the menu of 16 sandwiches! The menu also includes sandwiches, salads, vegetable juice, and smoothies. Open daily from 11 am – 5 pm. Price: $ 303 West 11th Ave., 303-893-7914

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Pint’s Pub Pint’s Pub serves a menu of modified British Pub Food featuring fresh beef, fish, lamb, chicken, pork, and multiple vegetarian options. In addition, they brew authentic traditional British "cask conditioned" or "live ales" rarely found in the U.S. and are the purveyor of the largest selection of single malt whisky this side of Edinburgh, Scotland. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Price: $ 221 West 13th Ave., 303-534-7543 Rooster & Moon Coffee Pub The tucked-away shop specializes in organic coffee and tea and serves baked goods and made-to-order salads and sandwiches. Open Monday through Friday, 6 am – 6 pm and Saturday & Sunday, 7 am – 2 p.m. Price: $ 955 Bannock St., 303-993-2622

Highlands Demarcated by West 38th Ave., Zuni St., West 32nd Ave., and Federal Blvd., the Highland neighborhood has always been known for its ethnic diversity. It was home to Scottish, German, Italian and English immigrants during the early 19th century, and has more recently been given life by its Spanish-speaking population. Highlands is now a cove of cozy restaurants, novelty stores and martini bars just outside the bustle of Downtown Denver. Bang! Serving upscale comfort food at a reasonable price, Bang!’s menu includes fried catfish, gumbo and country fried chicken. Don’t miss the sweet potato bread and hush puppies! Closed Sunday & Monday. Price: $-$$ 3472 West 32nd Ave., 303-455-1117 Brasserie Felix Brasserie Felix is modeled after the authentic Parisienne Brasseries of France, offering delicious French fare at reasonable prices. A prixe-fixe dinner menu is offered for $19.99 Monday though Thursday. Closed for dinner on Sunday and lunch on Monday. Price: $$-$$$ 3901 Tennyson St., 303-953-2401 Coral Room Beauty, Simplicity, Flavor: A fresh new taste to Northwest Denver with a menu influenced by Asia and the Pacific Rim. The dining room possesses a hip, contemporary atmosphere. Add to the mix a well-conceived wine list and pineapple-infused sake, and the Coral Room reflects a unique balance between form and function. Open for dinner daily and weekend brunch. Price: $$ 3489 West 32nd Ave., 303-433-2535 Duo Duo Restaurant offers a seasonal changing menu and partners with the best Colorado farmers: Red Wagon Farm, Abbondanza, Cure Organic Farm, Verde Farm, Soule Farm, and many more. Open for dinner daily as well as Saturday and Sunday brunch. Price: $$-$$$ 2413 West 32nd Ave., 303- 477-4141

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Firenze a Tavola / Parisi Two Italian restaurants in one! Parisi is casual and affordable, serving variations of pizza, pasta and paninis for lunch and dinner. Parisi is closed Sunday. Firenze a Tavola is a formal restaurant in the lower level of Parisi, which offers a multi-course Florentine and Tuscan dinner menu Wednesday through Saturday. Price: $-$$$ 4401 Tennyson St., 303-561-0234 Highland’s Garden Café Highland’s Garden Café is a Denver favorite housed in two Victorian homes thoughtfully renovated and surrounded by Chef/Owner Patricia Perry’s lush gardens. Menu options are periodically updated to reflect the seasonality of available products. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Price: $$$ 3927 West 32nd Ave., 303-458-5920 Indulge French Bistro Indulge French Bistro is proud to offer its clientele authentic French cuisine with a global twist. Recently voted the best French restaurant in Denver by Westword. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Price: $$$ 4140 West 38th Ave., 303-433-7400 LoLa Named one of the top five establishments to drink tequila in America by Food and Wine Magazine, LoLa has also become one of Denver's most acclaimed dining destinations, serving cuisine inspired by Mexico's coastal regions, mixing up Denver's best regional Mexican cuisine with ever changing, seasonally inspired menus. Open for dinner daily and weekend brunch. Price: $$$ 1575 Boulder St., 720-570-8686 Root Down Root Down is a restaurant offering globally inspired seasonal cuisine with high-level service and a funky casual atmosphere. The menu incorporates fresh ingredients from local growers as well as sustainable meats and fish and offers both small plates and full-size entrees. Open for dinner daily. Price: $$-$$$ 1600 West 33rd Ave., 303-993-4200 Shazz Café & Bar From farm to table: Seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, simply prepared to create the finest cuisine. Open for dinner Wednesday through Monday and for Sunday brunch (Closed Tuesday). Price: $$$ 4262 Lowell Blvd., 303-477-1407 Sushi Hai Like the Highland neighborhood, Sushi Hai is refined, with a funky bite to its elegance: modern with a Japanese flair, and filled with exceptional art created in the neighborhood. They also offer a private Tatami Room, which accommodates eight diners in traditional Japanese floor-seating. Open for dinner seven days a week, and for lunch Tuesday through Saturday. Price: $$ 3600 West 32nd Ave., 720-855-0888 Sushi SaSa Sushi Sasa is designed to offer Denver the opportunity to enjoy Traditional and "New Style" Japanese cuisine harmoniously beneath one roof. The seasonal, healthy, beautiful and affordable tasting menu compliments the fully functioning sushi bar bridging the gap between East coast innovation and West coast charm. Price: $$-$$$ 2401 15th St., 303-433-7272

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Taqueria Patzcuaro Patzcuaro is known for authentic, inexpensive and delicious Mexican food. The salsa is spicy and the green chili always receives rave reviews! Open for lunch and dinner daily. Price: $ 2616 West 32nd Ave., 303-455-4389 Trattoria Stella Trattoria Stella offers an Italian menu with large portions and modest prices, featuring such favorites as Scallop Rissotto, Spaghetti Arrabiatta, and Arugula Pizza. Closed Tuesday. Price: $$ 3470 West 32nd Ave., 303-458-1128 Venue Bistro This family friendly restaurant values good food, good wine, and most importantly good company. The food is designed primarily around seasonality, however menu changes are made every few weeks in order to keep things new and exciting. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Price: $$ 3609 West 32nd Ave., 303-477-0477 Vita Vita features Modern American fare created by Executive Chef Kevin Walsh and Sous Chef Lisa Wolf. Their cuisine features an eclectic blend of dishes with an emphasis on using only the freshest ingredients possible. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Price: $$-$$$ 1575 Boulder St., 303-477-4600 Z Cuisine Z Cuisine is a genuine French Parisian Bistrot and neighboring A' Côté is Denver's authentic French Absinthe Bar. They offer a daily 'blackboard' menu "cuisine du terroir" following the whispers of the seasons. Open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday. Price: $$$ 2239 West 30th Ave., 303-477-1111

FURTHER AFIELD These restaurants require a rental car, cab ride or light rail ride…but are worth the effort if you’re interested in exploring Denver’s culinary scene to the fullest! Barolo Grill Barolo Grill, opened in 1992 by Blair Taylor, prides itself on serving authentic northern Italian food while maintaining a comfortable, elegant ambience. The cuisine of executive chef Brian Laird focuses on the Northern Italian provinces of Piedmont and Tuscany. The menu, which changes frequently, features classic and contemporary dishes. Open for dinner only, closed Sunday and Monday. Price: $$$ 3030 E. 6th Ave., 303-393-1040. Black Hat Cattle Co. From the Montana cut Ribeye steak to the succulent seafood entrees, the Black Hat will provide the dining experience that you've been craving. Make sure you bring a big appetite, because you are in for a mouth-watering experience. Open daily for dinner. Price: $$$ 26295 Hill Top Dr., Kittredge, CO 80457, 303-670-0941

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Bones Bones, the latest creation of Frank Bonanno, is an Asian fusion noodle house with a menu that changes daily. Open for lunch Monday through Friday and dinner daily. Price: $$ 701 Grant St., 303-860-2929 Bridgewater Grill Located in The Golden Hotel, the spectacular creekside patio and bar boasts awe inspiring views of both Clear Creek and the Rocky Mountain foothills. Enjoy freshly prepared American classics such as salads, burgers, house made soups, sandwiches and their popular sweet potato fries, as well as steaks, fresh fish, chicken and pasta dishes. Open everyday for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Price: $$ 800 Eleventh St., Golden, CO 80401, 303-279-0100 Buckhorn Exchange This National Historic Landmark and Western Museum has been serving the finest in Old West fare since 1893. Prime grade beef steaks, buffalo prime rib, elk, salmon, quail, game hen, and succulent baby-back pork ribs are just some of the marvelous offerings on the Buckhorn menu. Exotic appetizers such as alligator tail, rattlesnake and buffalo sausage are available, and no dinner is complete without the house specialty, Rocky Mountain Oysters. Open for lunch Monday through Friday and for supper daily. Reservations recommended. Price: $$$$ 1000 Osage, 303-534-9505 Casa Bonita Not known for its food (beyond the unlimited sopapillas), but for its 30-foot-tall waterfall, cliff divers, fire jugglers, strolling mariachi bands, a pirate cave, magicians, puppet shows, and skee-ball machines, Casa Bonita claims to be the most exciting restaurant in the world. South Park fans may remember the episode that featured the restaurant and be surprised to learn that it exists just as it was portrayed! Price: $$ 6715 West Colfax Ave., Lakewood, CO 80214, 303-232-5115 The Cherry Tomato Located in Denver’s historic Park Hill neighborhood, the Cherry Tomato is a local favorite for authentic Italian cuisine. Try their award-winning lasagna, famous signature dish Pasta Felese or their extensive wine list. Open for dinner only, closed Monday. Price: $$ 4645 East 23rd Ave., 303-377-1914 Flagstaff House The Flagstaff House Restaurant sits nestled on the mountainside at an elevation of 6,000 feet and was originally a cabin built in 1929. Located just five minutes from downtown Boulder, diners enjoy the changing seasons with breathtaking views of Boulder below. Open for dinner daily. Dress code is enforced. Price: $$$$ 1138 Flagstaff Road, Boulder, CO 80302, 303-442-4640 The Fort The Fort, an award-winning restaurant located in Morrison, CO, is one of the nation's most recognized establishments and sells more buffalo steaks than any other independently owned restaurant in the country. Featuring fine beef, buffalo, game and seafood, The Fort's menu offers a tantalizing selection of old and new foods from the Early West. Open for dinner daily. Price: $$$$ 19192 Highway 8, Morrison, CO 80465, 303-697-4771

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Frasca Frasca's menu is a tribute to the food of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy. The menu changes seasonally to make the most of current harvests and the freshest produce, herbs, and spices. It favors products from the best local farmers and purveyors and reflects Friulian sensibilities about ingredients and proportion according to weather, climate, and calendar. Open for dinner only, closed Sunday. Price: $$$$ 1738 Pearl St., Boulder, CO 80302, 303-442-6966 Fruition Fruition Restaurant is a small, intimate neighborhood restaurant located in central Denver's historic district. They serve chef Alex Seidel's interpretation of sophisticated comfort food paired with an eclectic wine list and impeccable service. The menu and wine list change seasonally throughout the year. Open for dinner daily. Price: $$$ 1313 East 6th Ave., 303-831-1962 Jerusalem Offering authentic Middle Eastern cuisine since 1978, Jerusalem’s menu features items such as Falafel, Hommoss, Baba Ghanouj, Sheesh Kabobs, Gyros, and Stuffed Grapes Leaves. Open 9 am – 4 am! Price: $-$$ 1890 East Evans Ave., 303-777-8828 Le Central In business for over two decades, this little cozy affordable French bistro is a perennial favorite of Denverites. Famous for its mussel dishes, the cassoulet and its French pastry desserts, Le Central also offers a variety of classic bistro dishes such as grilled salmon or roast duckling. Be sure to start your meal with Le Central’s own French bread and onion soup. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Price: $-$$ 112 E. 8th Ave., 303-863-8094 Luca D'Italia Chef and owner Frank Bonanno has roots in Sicily which reflects in this most authentic Italian eatery. Rated the Top Italian Restaurant in the western United States, nestled in Governor’s Park on 7th and Grant, Luca D’Italia represents the realization of deep Italian culture and heritage in Denver. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Price: $$$$ 711 Grant St., 303-832-6600 Mizuna Mizuna is the top rated restaurant not just in Denver, but in the western United States. This intimate neighborhood joint provides cover for the biggest food laboratory in Colorado , a place where chefs have free reign to experiment with and explore the finest seasonal ingredients. Mizuna serves a cross between new American, Mediterranean and French cuisine. Chef and owner Frank Bonanno changes the menu items monthly. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are a must. Price: $$$$ 225 E. 7th Ave., 303-832-4778 My Brother’s Bar This was one of Jack Kerouac’s favorite spots and it is still popular with locals today. Stop in for a juicy burger at the oldest bar in Denver. Price: $ 2376 15th St., 303-455-9991

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Potager A light-filled neighborhood bistro on Capital Hill, this restaurant focuses on the freshest seasonal ingredients, in bold combinations. If the day is nice, choose to dine outside in their patio area for a quieter dinner. A menu favorite that always gets raves is their wonderful smooth-as-silk chocolate pudding. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Price: $$$ 1109 Ogden St., 303-832-5788 Racine’s A popular spot with the business and political crowd, Racine’s is Denver's favorite meeting place. Racine’s offers breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Price: $-$$ 650 Sherman St., 303-595-0418 Soleil Mediterranean Grille & Wine Bar Soleil Mediterranean Grille & Wine Bar offers diners a wide selection of Tapas and Small Plates created with the flavors of the Mediterranean. The menu has delicious Tapas, Wood Oven Pizzas, Kebabs, Cheese Plates, to name just a few and is designed for customers who enjoy a social dining experience by sharing various plates with the table. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Price: $$ 2817 East 3rd Ave., 303-316-9100 Table 6 Table 6 is a classic American bistro, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere. Chef Scott Parker prepares succulent dishes, delivered with an elegant style and grace. His nightly fare is complemented by a dynamic wine list, created by owner/sommelier Aaron Forman, which represents most of the flourishing wine districts from all over the world. Open daily for dinner and also for Sunday brunch. Price: $$$ 609 Corona St., 303-831-8800 Tables Tables' owners, chefs Amy Vitale and Dustin Barrett, transformed this Park Hill spot from bland storefront to cozy, eclectic American restaurant. Mismatched, salvaged tables and chairs, charming picket fence enclosing the patio, and discrete signage give the place an aura of comfort and charm. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Price: $$$ 2267 Kearney St., 303-388-0299 Zaidy’s Located in Cherry Creek, the always-popular Zaidy’s offers a Kosher-style deli menu of old favorites and specialty dishes like potato latkes, kugels, matzoh ball soup and their famous Reuben sandwich. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but closes at 5:00 on Monday night. Price: $ 121 Adams St., 303-333-5336

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REVIEWS, RESERVATIONS AND GUIDES

5280 (Denver's Mile-High Magazine) http://www.5280.com/restaurants.php

City Search http://denver.citysearch.com/find/section/denver/restaurants.html

The Denver Post http://www.denverpost.com/food

Denver.com http://www.denver.com/dining/index.html

The Dining Guide http://denver.diningguide.com/dl1dt.htm

Open Table (online reservations) http://www.opentable.com

The Restauranteur http://www.restauranteur.com/co/dnv/

Source Guides http://www.sourceguides.com/restaurants/Colorado/Denver/Denver.html

Vegetarian/vegan restaurants (with thanks to Atlanta law librarian, Pam Brannon) http://bit.ly/6j2ZPN Visit Denver (the convention and visitors bureau) http://www.denver.org/dining-nightlife

Westword (Denver's alternative weekly newspaper) http://www.westword.com/restaurants