Leven Deli is one of those places that just gets it right! Thoughtful food executed at a high…read morelevel. Everything feels fresh, intentional, and made with real care. The employees here are so attentive and make sure you are getting what you need and even what you didnt even think you needed. The macaroni salad was so delicious. It's creamy without being heavy, perfectly balanced, and has that nostalgic comfort factor while still tasting elevated. It's the kind of side that could easily steal the show. The roasted red pepper and tomato soup was equally impressive. It's a silky, creamy bisque layered with smoky depth from the roasted peppers, finished with chives that brighten everything up. Even being plant-based, it doesn't sacrifice richness or flavor. Deeply satisfying and clearly well-crafted. The Pastrami Reuben is exceptional. The 12-day house-made pastrami is deeply flavorful, tender, and perfectly seasoned, layered with melty Jarlsberg, tangy pickled cabbage, and their signature Leven sauce on toasted house-made rye. It's rich, balanced, and everything you want in a classic Reuben--just executed better. I even reheated it a day later and it was just as good as when I ordered it. Equally impressive is the Smoked Beet Reuben, which honestly holds its own against the traditional version. The pastrami-spiced smoked beets bring a smoky, savory depth that feels surprisingly indulgent, not like a compromise. Paired with the same Jarlsberg, cabbage, and sauce, it's a creative, satisfying take that proves plant-based options can be just as compelling. Leven manages to take familiar comfort foods and refine them just enough to feel special without losing what makes them comforting in the first place. Definitely a spot worth returning to.

Leven Deli Co. is what would happen if Ron Swanson opened a Jewish deli in downtown Denver and let…read moresouthern blues play over the speakers while he worked. There's no performance here, no hospitality theater, no one asking how the first few bites are treating you. You walk up to the counter, you order, you take a number, you sit down. The food does the talking. And the food has a lot to say. I went on a bright Wednesday morning with a couple of friends and ordered the classic breakfast, swapping bacon for pastrami (a first for me) with an everything biscuit on the side (also a first). Both were revelations. The eggs over-hard might be the best version of that order I've ever gotten from a restaurant -- just a whisper of uncooked yolk in the center, perfectly seared on both sides. Skillet potatoes were spot-on. The skillet pastrami was rich and properly crisped at the edges. And the two generous slices of sourdough arrived with a scratch-made blueberry jam that I ended up smearing on everything I could -- sourdough, biscuit, probably would've eaten it with a spoon if no one was looking. My friend ordered the breakfast sandwich, which clearly belongs in the staples category. The baguette was the star: toasted outside, pillow-soft inside, zero tug-of-war with your teeth. That detail alone tells you the kitchen cares. This is the Ron Swanson part: there's an unapologetic confidence to this place. They know exactly what they're doing, they're not trying to oversell it, and they're not interested in charming you into liking it. They're just going to hand you something excellent and trust you to figure out the rest. The coffee was good. The food was setting-a-benchmark good. A real 5 out of 5 stars, no pickin nits. Mild observation, not a complaint: the service is counter-only, no traditional table service. Would Matthew McConaughey or Reese Witherspoon dropping plates off elevate the experience? Sure. But Ron wouldn't have it any other way, and honestly, neither would I after eating here. If I lived within 45 minutes of downtown Denver, this would be my destination breakfast. As it is, I'm a 12 hour drive away, and if it were only 11, perhaps I'd go tomorrow. The real downside? The food was so good I completely forgot to take a picture.

This is truly one of my absolute favorite places to eat. The Bagel Deli & Restaurant is always…read morebustling with energy - the kind of lively, busy atmosphere that lets you know you're somewhere special. Despite how packed it can get, the food is consistently outstanding, full of flavor, and always hits the spot. What really makes this place unforgettable, though, is Monica. She brings such a warm, welcoming energy even in the middle of the rush. She keeps us laughing and somehow makes every visit feel personal, like we're right at home. An exceptional experience every time - delicious food, vibrant atmosphere, and service that truly stands out. Highly recommended.

Great food and amazing staff. One of my favorite go-to's in Denver. Just an all around top-notch…read morerestaurant. Their service is incredible. Other restaurants should take note.

Local gem, absolutely love Lou's! It is an excellent spot for Italian food, especially sandwiches…read more Always hits the spot. I've tried a few sandwiches from here, and they are all great. The chicken and meatball parms are my favorite. The sauce was delicious, bread was light yet crisp, and was filling. The mozzarella sticks here are also incredible. It's the breading where you know it's an elite mozz stick as soon as you see it. Service is prompt and friendly, and location is clean. They have a good assortment of drinks too. The patio and bocce is a nice touch while waiting or eating, although it is not exactly a calm and quiet street outside. But the inside is very nice. Would recommend and come back here often for a good sandwich!

Stopped here on a Thursday evening as we were driving by. Brayden behind the counter was super…read morefriendly in helping what we should order. What we swallowed: *THE LOUIE *EGGPLANT PARM sandwich: This was so good and filling. I was able to keep the other half for the next day and it was still so tasty. *CAPRESE PANINI *BEEF ITALIAN *CANNOLI *TIRAMISU Everything we ordered (to go) was so good. The cannolis were so tasty. Worth stopping here if you're in the area.

Finally was able to try a sandwich from here after having it on my list for years. #1 Jerry's…read moreClassic Italian Sub did not disappoint. Zapp's and a Boylan's cream soda in the mix made for an extremely enjoyable eating experience.

I spontaneously visited this local Italian gem after exploring the Museum of Nature and Science…read more The staff was impeccably friendly and helpful and the sandwiches were delicious (I had the Italian Roast Beef - the marinated onions and roasted red peppers were a wonderful touch!). I sat outside to eat on a beautiful, sunny day, and then went across the street to the used bookstore. 10/10 recommend both the sandwich shop and bookstore!

Stopped in this morning for a sausage, egg, and cheese, and it was exactly what you want from a…read moreclassic bagel spot! The bagel had a perfect balance of chew and saltiness, and the sandwich was put together well with filling in each bite. Rosenberg's is a solid spot for a reliable breakfast sandwich whether you're grabbing something on the run or staying in to eat! They have plenty of seating in the front and back of the restaurant. Definitely looking to come back and try more of their extensive menu!

Located in the Stanley market place, they do traditional bagels, and other assorted fare…read more Service is at the counter and pick up is counter though there are plenty of tables and booths. Even outdoor patio seating. Great for families, or small groups, even singles. Food was delicious and breakfast sandwiches were hot. Bagels can be toasted as well. Plenty of selection in flavored shmears

We are longtime fans. There have been some changes over the years but it has consistently been some…read moreof the best food around. Unfortunately a more recent change has cast a shadow over our bright spot. The new French fries. The previous version was a highlight of our meals. Just a humble potato lightly dusted with seasoning salt. Delicious! Not sure what prompted the change but the new ones seem to have breading on or something on them. If they still have the seasoning salt it's difficult to detect. It's a sad day in black rock. The menu still has a lot of quality food. Unfortunately these fries are not included.

We loved everything we had with one exception. I'll explain later…read more The brought a bowl of dill pickles to the table, we enjoyed. We started with the chicken soup. Perfectly simple soup that hits the spot on a colder day. I wish I got the bowl instead of the cup. Our teen has the brisket sandwich. The brisket was tender. We weren't huge fans of the BBQ sauce, would get it on the side next time. My husband had the meal that meal had potato pancakes topped with pastrami. Corned beef and cheese. He loved it. Then I had the pork verse soup it was served with a warm tortilla. It has heat but the pork was so tender. Rey good. Then she brought the potato kinish. I was so excited for it. However. It was microwaves to heat up. I think it was forgotten then quickly made. I didn't eat it. That was our only complaint. We will certainly go back.

Zaidy's Deli & Bakery (established in 1985) is such a classic spot with deep roots in Denver's food…read morescene. Originally started by Gerard Rudofsky downtown at 17th & Curtis before moving to Cherry Creek, it became a true staple in the Jewish community and a go-to place for everything from celebrations to comfort during more difficult moments. We were greeted so warmly when we arrived and had the chance to try a variety of items. Everything felt thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor--we sampled the pickles, sandwiches, desserts, soup, bagels, and a few other dishes, and it was all really good. You can tell it's a place that values tradition and consistency. Overall, I highly recommend Zaidy's if you're looking to support a longstanding Colorado staple with great food and welcoming service.

Mein Bubbe would PLOTZ (explode)!!!!! Just an embarrassment…read moreof a Jewish diner. While the former Ambli space has been brightened and renovated to look very much like an east shore market, the seating is less than comfortable. I guess the combo of poor food, bad service and uncomfortable seating is great for turning tables? I will put aside the TERRIBLE service and focus purely on the food. We ate at Zaidy's for breakfast. Many of the breakfast sandwiches are based on their in-house-made bagels. This is a failure! The bagels taste stale for "freshly made" and I find it very odd for a Jewish-themed joint to toss bacon into the sandwich (I personally love bacon, BTW). So setting aside the shanda (shame) bacon...with the cheese, there is an utter lack of seasoning. The breakfast sandwich came with home fried potatoes which were cooked nice and crisp but lacking any seasoning whatsoever. The latke grilled cheese looks appealing but is basically a greasy sponge filled with limp tomato and undercoooked cheese. And finally, the blintzes are an embarrassment to any self-respecting Jew. Zaddy's version are these small pockets that are under fried and more the size of a hamantaschen than a true blinze. I see no reason to rush back. Another few blocks down the street is Sam's 3, where a far better breakfast could be realized and Rosenberg's bagel on Monoco for better bread (albeit that Rosenberg's doesn't serve sandwiches)

I returned to the Grateful Gnome on Halloween 2025 and brought 4 friends. We had a blast!!! Being a…read moreJersey girl, I recommended and described the New Jersey sandwich favorites, but our server, Monea, was delightful and helped guide my friends to many delicious options. We had the Taylor ham, egg, and cheese, the sloppy gnome, the patty melt, eggplant parm, the Cuban, and great fries. We shared, and everyone was thrilled with the flavors and textures. I was so happy my friends enjoyed Jersey food as much as I do! We all loved the atmosphere, and the seating is plentiful inside and out. The parking is wonderful since they have their own lot! I have to add that we asked to speak to the owner, Ken. We were told he is not really a talker. To our surprise, Ken came over and was terrific! He told us the story of his dad starting at 4 am every day to begin the prep for the Taylor ham, egg, and cheese sandwiches for all the Jersey trades workers and other patrons. This is a strong part of the NJ culture. Ken told us the story of how he got connected to gnomes (ask him to see the tats). Ken shared his favorite Jersey food and how he got to Colorado. Great stories that should be on the website! Ken also spoke extremely highly of the brew master. Since I am not a beer drinker, I have no recommendations. This is a fun place to visit! We drove 40 minutes to get there, and we all want to return soon. Thanks, Ken and your talented staff!

I would strongly recommend people to stay away from the food they serve here unless maybe you are…read morewanting a cold sandwich and I am told they have good beer. They simply Do Not care about general food safety getting a hot meal here is rather risky I will explain why. My friend was a cook here for a short while and quit on them once he realized they care nothing about serving food that is safe to eat, he saw them do sooo many things that would easily make the food contaminated and unsafe to eat and somehow that was there process of doing things. Here are a couple examples of menu items one should try to steer clear of Chicken parm sandwich- they cook off a large batch of the chicken cutlets and let them sit at room temp for a hour or two until someone orders one they refries them for a minute or so, your supposed to keep food hot once it is cooked especially chicken to leave cooked chicken at room temp for so long is extremely risky to the public's health. Meatball sandwich- they leave there meatballs on the hot line all day then they save all of the hot food items from the day and reuse them the next day without properly cooling any of the food and the cooks will leave these item sit out at room temp for about 45 mins before even putting them into the cooler. Many issues with this practice first of all hot food should be discarded after 5 hours according to the health department because after 5 hours it will start growing bacteria, to leave it on a hot line all day then save them for the next day and not even cool them down properly is Crazy risky to people's health and they do not just do this with the meatballs they do it for many of there hot dishes they are used for days on in, not properly cooled and not properly tracked for how many times it has been reheated and such me they keep them in the same pans it's flat out gross. Other issues my friend encountered there was never seeing anyone at all wash there hands at any point in time, a ancient dishwashing machine that didn't clean anything at all it didn't even get hot so half of there dishes are greasy and have food residue on them, in his short time there he saw people fired for no reason what's so ever from what he was told the owner fires people left and right and doesn't even give reasons as to why, that's why they have ads up on indeed looking for employees 24/7.

My girlfriends and I were getting together to discuss starting a podcast and met up here to have a…read moredrink. We glanced over the menu and weren't really hungry but we decided to munch on a platter they had with pimento cheese, carrots, crackers, and sweet pickles. It was all really good and a perfect snack. The staff were fun. They had a good time joking around and making everyone feel at home. I need to come back and try a delicious looking sandwich.

Their sandwich was huge and delish! The service was fast and it's connected to a brewery so it was…read moresuper chill with counter ordering.

Drove past this deli and pulled over because it just screamed at me to come inside with its bright…read moreteal aesthetic! No joke! I am a savory breakfast girlie so I picked out the Mountain View bagel sandwich and a cold brew to go. This spot was so cute, staff were so fun, but the bagels were DELICIOUS! So glad I was able to pull over and try this place!!

I've been here multiple times before and was planning to give 5 stars, but after this visit I was…read moredebating between 3 and 4. I ultimately went with 4 since the sandwiches were great and it's always been great in the past. My best friend and I ordered two bagels and two drinks to split. For the bagels, we got the Bacon Sun City, which is always a favorite, the hot honey adds the perfect touch. For the second bagel, we ordered the Grandezza, which was delicious. I love anything with pesto, and the mozzarella was perfectly melted. For drinks, we ordered an iced Very Cherry Matcha Latte with oat milk and a Honey Lavender Latte (hot). Unfortunately, once we left, we realized the cherry matcha was made as a coffee drink instead of matcha. We were pretty disappointed since we planned to split one matcha and one coffee. The cherry flavor was good, but I would've loved to try it as we ordered it. For the lavender honey latte, we could taste the lavender, but it didn't seem like any honey or sweetener was added. It ended up tasting extremely strong and not sweet at all, so we didn't really drink it. Overall, the bagels were amazing, but I wish there had been more attention to detail with the drinks.