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    Pete's Kitchen

    3.9 (957 reviews)
    ModerateGreek, American, Diners
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Melissa D.

    We came here to check out this iconic restaurant and it did not disappoint. It was crowded but we did not wait to be seated. The turnover is pretty quick as the servers are racing around. They are busy and quick but friendly. The vibe is great. Old school diner comfort food. Huge portions and delicious food.

    Reuben with fries
    Megan M.

    Came in here on a chilly Monday afternoon on our way to the airport. While they were once open 24 hours always, that is now reserved for Friday and Saturdays. This was certainly a no frills restaurant that had been around for a minute. Our group was seated in what appears to be a converted patio on mismatched chairs. Service was prompt and we all mainly ordered soups and sandwiches. I got the lemon chicken soup and a Reuben with fries. Both were awesome, diner style. Prices were pretty decent as well. Would recommend if you're looking for a homey feel in Denver!

    Nom nom nom  Chef Special done two ways!
    Massy A.

    Went here for the first time for breakfast during lunch. First and foremost, shout out to chef Justin and our server Kaylee (spelling?). Breakfast was phenomenal with healthy portions! From the biscuits and gravy, to the crispy bacon, to the absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked home style potatoes, all amazing. However, the pancakes! The pancakes were some of the best of the pancakes I've had! They were lightly crunchy on the outside and fluffy in the center. Needless to say I over ate because I could not stop eating the pancakes!! Kaylee was an absolute delight and made everything that much better. We felt welcomed, she was funny, and took great care of us with regular check ins. There's some construction out front, but don't let this discourage you. We took the back streets and avoided Colfax. This is a cute diner with a lot of history and charm! I will definitely be coming back and highly recommend this diner!

    Phil S.

    Dine in comfort food that taste amazing! Gyro meat is the way to go as it taste so flavorful and tender. The fries are cooked to perfection! Crispy but not overly greasy or salty. Definitely a must if you're grabbing a lunch or late night meal. The atmosphere is awesome and service is great!

    Shizar H.

    Super solid breakfast option in Denver. Very friendly service and all food came out in a timely manner. Had the chicken fried steak and eggs and a stack of pancakes. All of recommend.

    Stephany S.

    This is a standby that has simple delicious food with affordable prices. The interior is decorated with booths and a counter where you can view the cooks. There was outdoor dining as well. The parking in the back is small though. Waitress was nice and friendly and greeted us with a smile. I ate the veggie gyro with a side of crispy fries while my friend had the fish and chips meal. It's a restaurant that can be counted on for good food and good service.

    Two eggs, hash, ham
    Gina K.

    A classic diner that hits the spot! We came to Pete's Kitchen for breakfast on a Saturday morning. It was full, but it was clear that this classic diner has a following and rightfully so, they have kept that classic diner feel, the food is on point, and the serves is fast and friendly. We sat at the counter in order to be seated immediately but they churr people in and out so, the wait would not have been long for a table. It was also fun to chat with the cook, who informed us he had been working there for 18 years and clearly still loving what he does. I got a classic breakfast of two eggs, hash, ham, and it came with pancakes that the four of split because they are very very large! Everything was cooked well except for the potato's, they could have been a bit crispier for me. You can ask for extra crispy, since my friend did for her bacon. You will need to salt and pepper unless you order something with a sauce like the breakfast burrito which was not too spicy (I can't handle a lot of spicy). The pancakes were by far the best item. Fluffy, large, and took me back to the past with every bite. I can't wait to go back and try a lunch item, I saw a ton of sandwiches being ordered while I was there for 45 minutes.

    Entrance on Colfax Ave
    Bennett P.

    This is my 2nd visit this year. I heard they were very slow due to Colfax Ave bus lane construction. But this morning there is no actual roadwork in front on Colfax. Street parking is limited to 2hrs on Race St and no parking on Colfax. They have a free private parking lot behind Pete's shared with Satire Lounge that can hold 30 cars so parking is not an issue. When I walked in a 815am, I was the 3rd party. I started with a large mug of hot coffee. Plenty of half & half creamers and sweeteners on the table. I sat in one of the smaller booths. I got their breakfast sandwich with lots of bacon on a brioche bun with home fries. I added a 1/2 order of French toast (2 slices of Texas toast) topped with powdered sugar. It was served with plenty of salted butter and syrup. All good. My server was Neli. She has been here 27 years I saw 3 guys come in, one was in a wheelchair, to order takeout. I used the restrooms which need to be cleaned and refreshed. The men's & women's restrooms are too narrow for wheelchairs.

    Nivia L.

    A staple diner in the community for decades but take it for granted that I never stopped to give them their flowers . Service is fantastic even at 1am . Music is always on point and the food is delicious . If you are in the mood for breakfast, lunch, dinner or looking for a good place after a concert this is a great place for anyone and everyone ! Their Philly Cheesesteaks, Gyro's , French dip sandwiches are to die for and I had their chicken fried chicken with well done hash browns that always hits . Check it out !

    Nehal A.

    A local favorite and a historical location, this spot seems like it has maintained its hole-in-a-wall stature, interior is old and worn off. Despite that the place has lots of recognition and accolades displayed on their wall. But the outdoor seating they have, looked so new and modern, best part of the restaurant. The breakfast items we tried were okay. Lemonade was decent. Pancakes were not so good. Service is okay. Dishes came out within a short time. We were happy to have checked mark this iconic spot but probably not the best experience we imagined.

    Biscuits and gravy, supreme breakfast burrito with green chile & all the meats
    Yuri J.

    First stop in Denver and we licked our plates clean...! Pete's Kitchen is a solid diner in Denver - we saw the breakfast burrito supreme is a must and it satisfied our hungry stomachs. The green chile is soo delicious and the burrito is PACKED with eggs, gyro, meats and topped with cheese. The fried hash brown was the BEST part about this burrito. Biscuits and gravy are a classic too!

    Spicy chicken cheesesteak
    Ana C.

    Looks, feels and eats like a diner. Love the gyro and Greek options. Service was fast and attentive.

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    OMG it's good, I'm glad I went there. Don't let the location and building scare you off. It's worth it!

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    Everything you need a Greek diner to be...eggs perfectly cooked to order, waitstaff wonderful!

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    8 months ago

    Super duper fantastic! The food was amazing, our server was wonderful and the army was unique. We will be back!

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    8 months ago

    Love the food love the history love the staff and have been a customer for over 50 years‼

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    9 months ago

    Best Shirley temples ! I love the patio seating here one of the best places especially in the city of denver

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    10 months ago

    The atmosphere is great. My Dad and I both ordered gyros. Wow were they amazing! We will definitely be back when we're in the area.

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    11 months ago

    Had the hamburger steak, which comes smothered in chili. Very tasty. Hash browns were good also. I will be back

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    Good food, nice service,. It's been around for over 84 years! Fun place to eat and prices are not to bad!

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    The food is great, the service is above and beyond. The retro diner vibe is such a great ambiance. This is my go to Breakfast spot in Denver

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    Great food! The breakfast was great! Not from Denver but visit family a few times a team out here and we will definitely be back!

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    Ask the Community - Pete's Kitchen

    Do they serve breakfast all day?

    Yes. They are open 24hrs on Fri-Sat.

    How are their French Fries?

    They were very good and I'm not a potato person

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    Yahya's Mediterranean Grill & Pastries

    Yahya's Mediterranean Grill & Pastries

    4.6(676 reviews)
    0.2 miNortheast
    $$

    I've eaten here several times, but had not been in for awhile. I brought a friend. This is a…read morefamily-run business. The space is basic, but comfortable. The staff is very welcoming and helpful. The food is fantastic and the portions are generous. Prices are very reasonable. We shared the Baba Ganoush to start. This is pureed, baked eggplant. Here tahini and pomegranate molasses were added. I am not a big eggplant fan, but this was phenomenal. The presentation was gorgeous with the puree spread out beautifully on a large dish, topped with olives, paprika, parsley, and a very generous dollop of delicious olive oil. An outstanding version of this dish. We received a large plate of very fresh pita triangles to go with the baba ganoush. These were great. We definitely used them to scrape every speck of eggplant off that platter! We both ordered the Gyro Plate. The gyro meat was very authentic, extremely tender, and very flavorful. The plate included a large tower of savory rice, a rich tzatziki sauce, a nice side of silky hummus, some pickled vegetables, and more pita. Another delicious offering and a huge portion. We also had soup as the entrees come with soup or salad. My friend tried the lentil soup and said it was flavorful and tasty. I had the tomato soup which was hardy and richly-flavored. This was a great meal. There's a pastry case with a choice of many Middle Eastern desserts. My friend selected several to take home and we staggered out of the restaurant with lots of leftovers that will make a delightful lunch tomorrow. A wonderful experience.

    We ordered through DoorDash while staying at a local hotel. We got the chicken kabobs and the…read moreflavor was ok but the chicken was dry. It comes with The house salad with Greek dressing and there was also hummus included. Overall I'd give that meal a 2.5/5. We also ordered chicken shawarma plate and rate it the same. This is my favorite type of food but this place was mediocre. I'm not sure if they were having an off day because it was my first experience here.

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    Yahya's Mediterranean Grill & Pastries - Time for lentil soup from Yahya Mediterranean

    Time for lentil soup from Yahya Mediterranean

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    Chicken Shawarma Plate

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    Mazevo Mediterranean Eatery

    4.2(393 reviews)
    4.8 miNorthwest
    $$

    Yummy dinner here last night before a show. We made a 5:00 reservation, showed up a few minutes…read morebefore, and may have been the first restaurant patrons of the night. Many more had shown up here before we left, however. As it was happy hour, we tried three different appetizers: falafel with hummus, dolmas, and harissa carrots. All were delicious and ended up being rather filling. My wife and I both had the lamb gyros, while my daughter had the chicken shawarma. While the dishes didn't appear to be a huge amount of food, they ended up being plenty. Everything had really nice flavor. As it was my wife's birthday, she got the free baklava for dessert. My daughter and I both thought it was fantastic...maybe one of the better baklavas we've had in a long time. My wife thought it was fine but has had other versions she'd liked better. Service was quick and strong from the start. All food came out surprisingly fast. We'd come here again if on/near Tennyson Street and in the mood for a good Mediterranean experience.

    We had a wonderful lamb tagine that was flavorful and delicious along with the baba ghanoush and…read morepita for an appetizer. it was plenty to share along with a salad. The baba ghanoush was wonderful creamy and perfectly seasoned. Great waitstaff and we were seated and served quickly. She checked on us an appropriate number of times. She did interrupt our conversation once, which could be better as it is a bit impolite to not come back when there is a break in the convo. Otherwise, nice experience.

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    Safta - Whipped feta with oven fresh pita that stayed hot for a long time!

    Safta

    4.5(1.1k reviews)
    2.2 miFive Points, Northwest
    $$$

    I went to Safta's brunch with my family, and I was skeptical that it was a buffet, but I'm so happy…read moreit was. The buffet allowed me to try everything - and it's nothing like what you're picturing. There was constantly warm, fresh pita to try the hummus, whipped feta and tabbouleh. There was constantly fresh fruit out with honey yogurt that was to die for. While there was a ton of meats and cheeses to try from, the star of the show was the falafel. You can't miss trying it, it was the best falafel I've ever had. The vibes were great for brunch, and I highly recommend going for buffet style if you want to try a bunch of things on the menu.

    No wonder this place is hard to get a reservation at and Michelin recognized. It is stellar!…read more The hotel it's in also has nice vibes. The restaurant has this nice open feeling to it with a full bar (you can order off the full menu if a solo or pair dining) and then plenty of tables. I recommend coming with a larger group if you can so you can try lots of things. Servers are nice and attentive. Obviously you have to try various hummus plates. The foraged mushroom and brussels sprouts were my favorite. I especially loved the jalapenos on the brussels sprouts one. The hummus itself was creamy and rich and the pita they bring is warm and fresh. The tabbouleh was fine but nothing spectacular and it says it has avocado in it but I didn't detect it. I love muhammara and theirs did not disappoint. The pickled vegetables were nice but I also love pickled anything. Absolutely make sure to get the bright green falafels. Probably my favorite of the night. Perfectly crispy exterior with a soft warm center that I'd eat over and over again. We ordered the duck but I was quite full so did not taste it. The only reason I'm giving 4/5 stars is the scallops were incredibly underwhelming and quite bland. The scallops themselves were cooked fine but no flavor and the pomegranate sauce didn't add much. There desserts were also just so-so.

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    Safta - Saturday brunch

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    Brunch Buffet

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