Traveling Mercies has quickly become one of my favorite spots in the Denver area…read more The cocktails are the standout here. Everything is well balanced, thoughtfully put together, and consistently impressive. There's a good mix of classic foundations with more creative twists, and it all works. The food holds its own too. The oysters are always fresh and well shucked, and the smaller bites are just as strong. One of my favorites is the caviar with Ritz crackers, tartar sauce, egg, and chives. It sounds simple but it's done really well. It's definitely on the pricier side, but the quality of both the drinks and food makes it worth it.

Met up with some pals at the Stanley Marketplace last evening to catch up. We ate dinner downstairs…read morethen realized there was another place to Check out! We went up to Traveling Mercies so we could get an after dinner cocktail or two. It is a cute cozy little restaurant and cocktail place and we were seated at a 4 top table quickly. The two gentlemen working last night were so friendly and accommodating! Quick to give drink opinions and recommendations, we liked what we ordered for sure. Good cocktails and good vibes all around. We definitely would like to come back to try other drinks and dinner! I am not an oyster person, but they definitely had more than oysters to eat ;)

We went to Annette for a birthday outing, and it completely lived up to the hype. Everything felt…read morethoughtful. You can tell there's real attention to detail in every dish, and nothing felt overly complicated just for the sake of it. We shared the burger (honestly one of the best we've had), the panzanella salad, and deviled eggs - all impressive. Drinks were excellent - the mezcal negroni, stockyard pony, and house spritz. We ended with the pecan tart and espresso martini. It was just the two of us and we were stuffed when we left. They sat us in their outdoor space and it was so, so nice. We LOVED it. Definitely a place we'll keep coming back to.

I recently dined at Annette, a charming little restaurant nestled in the Stanley Marketplace across…read morefrom Cheluna Brewery. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it a great spot for a relaxed evening with someone you love. We tried a few dishes, and I have to say, everything was excellent, but the carrots and linguine stood out as our favorites. If you're planning a date night, I highly recommend making a reservation since it can get busy. The staff was friendly and attentive, adding to the overall enjoyable experience. We left feeling satisfied and happy, and I can't wait to return to explore more of their menu!

We had such a great brunch at The Common Good! It's located inside the Benson Hotel, and they offer…read morecomplimentary valet parking for two hours if you're dining at The Common Good, which was such a nice perk. The restaurant itself is super cute and has a really nice atmosphere. The food was delicious! I got the All-American Breakfast, while my boyfriend got the Smothered Burrito, and we both really enjoyed our meals. I also got the iced Salted Butterscotch Latte, which was SO good and definitely a highlight. The staff was very friendly, and we had a great waiter who made the experience even better. Overall, this was a great brunch spot, and we would definitely come back!

Oh my GOODNESS!!! I cannot say good things about this place!!! I was looking for a good brunch spot…read morein Aurora and stumbled across this location. I am a very healthy eater vegetarian. My boyfriend is not vegetarian so we like to find places that offer both options. I am blown away by this menu. I am blown away by the quality of food good portions for the cost and it's located in a gorgeous hotel called the Benson Hotel. The ambience is phenomenal. I want to have a birthday party here. I was so impressed. The service was wonderful. We had a very nice Gentleman helping our table love the decor that the hospitality software I will absolutely return!

This was such a fun surprise! I always go to Sushi Katsu next door and never had a chance to try…read morethis place, but was i missing out! The food here is delicious! Specifically the kimchi pancake, which was crispy and so savory! It's one of the best I've ever had! Their skewers were marinated in a delicous salty sauce and the little mechanism at the table that rotates and grills them for you is genius. Having fresh grilled skewers tableside is next level. Koreans really know how to enjoy eating their food! We also got the wings, which were good but not the best on Havana street, but there is stiff competition there. The mussel soup though was a surprise. The mussels tasted clean and fresh and the broth was light with a spicy kick and super refreshing. Gonna come back just for that when it gets cold! Overall the service was decent. They were nice enough to my crazy crew. The ambience is really fun and chill and would be a great late night hangout or hangover destination. Definitely coming back to try some more!

It was dead empty when I entered, and there was no greeter when I entered, when someone finally…read morecame from the back I asked if they were open and they confirmed they were. After I was sad I noticed they had a iPad so I can look through their menu options, the only thing was the iPad didn't provide me with any descriptions of what the menu options entailed. I had to pretty much figure it out for myself. There was no one around to ask, everyone was in the back so after sitting around for awhile, I deleted the items I was unsure of and stuck with what I was sure I wanted. The steamed egg was cooked amazing and the kimchi pancake was almost perfect. The taste was great but the center was a little softer than I liked. The edges were perfect. I finished my food and waited yet again for my server only to be told I had to come to the front counter to checkout. The guy was friendly I just wish they had these instructions written down so people would know. Since this was my first time I was a lost lamb. I will say however, it was happy hour so I got 10% off everything I ordered so that was nice. I can't say for sure if I'd come back. The food was okay the service definitely lacked, while they were nice they were MIA quite a bit.

My spouse and I had tried several times to get into Lady Nómada and finally learned that…read morereservations are essential -- it fills up by happy hour (2-5 PM) and stays busy through dinner. We had a 5:45 PM reservation but the dining room was already full, so we sat at the bar and were immediately offered menus, water, and house-made chips and homemade salsa (Aaaah-mazing salsa!). Service was friendly and welcoming from our server Hunter to the bartenders and food runners -- everyone was happy to chat. We sampled a couple cocktails (Elderflower Prickly Pear and the Spicy Mezcal). If you like mezcal, the Spicy Mezcal is a perfect balance of heat and bright citrus. The prickly pair is too sweet for my taste buds but love the presentation. For my entrée I tried the Nomada's Best of Plate -- a grilled taco, chicken enchilada (I added green chili), and crispy carnitas (I ate these with a tortilla). All three were excellent and distinct; the chicken enchilada was my favorite and likely what I'll order next time. My wife had the crispy carnitas fajitas -- a generous portion and very easy to eat thanks to a thoughtful presentation. Highly recommend -- just be sure to make a reservation.

Was staying at a hotel closeby and felt like fajitas…read more The vibe was really nice and the restaurant was decorated nicely. I was by myself, and the waiter walked right by me numerous times and finally after about 15 minutes he comes over and wants to take my order... whoa... how about a drink and some chips and salsa first. So, several minutes later, they show up and he wants to take the order. I said let me enjoy these for a bit and come back in about 10 minutes. The salsa was really good but pretty spicy. So, he comes back and takes the order. I had the steak fajitas. They were not what I was expecting. The steak was ok, but not too many veggies, and just a small amout of cheese. The rice was white rice which seemed strange. Beans were ok. An extra plate for the tortillas would have been nice. I asked for a drink refill and it took at least 20 minutes. I got pretty annoyed. He finally said something like "I've been really busy" or something like that. It was a bit mumbly and I didn't bother to ask. I won't be back.

Will return to Postino again and again, especially this location! I love the highlands location as…read morewell, but this one is my local spot and it never disappoints. I have had basically the entire menu and there's truly not a bad item, with there of course being some standouts. I continue to get the cauliflower and bruschetta boards, and in the winter the meatballs and the OMG grilled cheese are awesome. The new French fries are an awesome addition! I was sad when they stopped doing the $5 before 5 deal but $6 isn't bad either at allll, and I definitely will utilize it. The bottle club is honestly a great deal too if you're someone who lives near a postino. Always a great wine selection and always a guaranteed an aesthetic interior at any location. Love love love Postino and highly recommend to anyone and everyone!

Postino is always a reliable spot for a snack and a little girl time…read more We had just left the movies and this is just a short walk around the block so it was the perfect opportunity, unfortunately, we got there at 5:30 which was 30 minutes past the end of happy hour (so no six dollar glasses of wine, boo) Instead, I had a cucumber honey lemonade, which was so refreshing and my friend and I split the French dip sandwich, which was so good and the salad it came with was just the right amount. My friend also ordered the salad with the candied walnuts, and when it came out, it had barely any toppings. She almost was too shy to say something, but I spoke up for her and the kitchen remade her salad with no issue, luckily, it was much better the second time around Our server was super sweet and attentive. I don't think we got a name though. Thank you for a nice time!

Well my friend and I came downtown for a weekend and wanted to see how the bars changed since our…read morelast time downtown. Over the years we have been trying other places because downtown got so dangerous to walk at night. Wanted to check out this place and we were lucky to get the bartender to actually get up from the chair she was sitting at. There was no one in the bar on Friday nite, should have said it all. We ordered 1 drink paid the over price amount and went on our way to the next spot. Ambiance was a hotel lobby or at least that's what it looked like.

Nice little hotel bar. The bartender was a nice guy. Pretty straightforward, unfortunately no…read morecocktail list but that was ok for me.

Great place in Lowry to grab a quick drink or bite. It…read moredefinitely used to be a former officer's club when Lowry was an Air Force Base. The decor and set up was quite apropos. Had dinner plans at the restaurant nearby, so popped in. The blood orange spritz was a good choice from the Happy Hour menu. The bartender was very friendly and those ordering food off the happy hour menu seemed extremely pleased. Will pop back in another time for sure!

I went another night with a friend to do their fish and chips special on Thursdays. The turnover…read morerate of the waitstaff at this establishment is usually high. The poor service I received last time has turned around this visit when we had David tend to our table. I have seen him here before and can attest to how well he does his job. I usually get a dirty gin martini with my truffle fries BUT it was not hitting the same taste buds that day. David suggested I try their Gin old fashioned with it, and BOY WAS HE ON POINT. My friend and I both enjoyed our food. It was unfortunate that the pianist cancelled that night BUT, it didn't diminish the approachable upscale ambiance of the restaurant. This is a staple location to me.

Had a really nice dinner at Copper Table at the Gaylord Rockies Hotel. The atmosphere was great,…read moreour server, Johnnie was great! The short rib pasta I had was delicious! It is a dinner specialty featuring a rich, slow-braised short rib ragu tossed with pasta noodles. So good!! I'd also recommend the Peach Old-Fashioned--it was really good and paired perfectly with dinner. Overall, it was a great place to relax and enjoy a meal.

I can't say we really wanted to enjoy Copper Table, especially given the beautiful setting at the…read moreGaylord Rockies, the experience didn't live up to the surroundings--or the price. The ambiance is easily the highlight. The restaurant is attractive, comfortable, and feels like it should set the stage for a memorable meal. Unfortunately, once the food arrived, that expectation faded pretty quickly. Everything was simply underwhelming. Nothing was necessarily terrible, but at these prices, you expect dishes that feel thoughtful, flavorful, and worth remembering. Instead, we left wondering what exactly we were paying a premium for. The service didn't help. Our waiter was overbearing rather than attentive, and surprisingly wasn't very knowledgeable when we had questions about the menu. Good service should enhance a meal without dominating it, and unfortunately that balance was missing. Copper Table has the setting and atmosphere to be something special, but great ambiance can only carry a restaurant so far. For the prices being charged, both the food and service need to rise to the same level. Our experience simply didn't.

I stopped by for lunch today…read more First, it has been so hot out and this place has excellent air conditioning! This is a big deal for me. I think it is a huge plus that a restaurant must be comfortable..I drink coffee after each meal and with this weather some places make my routine impossible. They offered a decent lunch deal of a burger and beer. I eill be back when not on my lunch hour. I had the tinga tacos, PERFECT! Ingas is generous with the protein and you can tell it is made from scratch, including the green salsa. Service was attentive and frankly delightful. I will be back!

Wow, such an unfortunate experience. We have been regulars for 9 years since we moved into the…read moreneighborhood. We have experienced somewhere between 3-5 ownership groups and stayed loyal. The staff has typically recognized us and welcomed us in. But tonight was a mess. We ordered food, and no one had the courtesy to say to us, we have a large party outside, it might be an hour before you get your food. That would have put the ball in our court and legitimately made it our decision. The manager, owner/operator, a gentleman with a shaved head told me it was our fault for not being aware of the situation around us. This all while he busied himself doing shots behind the bar. With all due respect, he did comp our tab, (which was not our goal) and we asked a bartender to ring up $1 so we could tip the staff, which we did. I fear, based on our experience, and after 9 years of loyal patronage, this is likely not our neighborhood pub any longer. Bummer.