Gaia Masala & Burger was a great late-night find after a baseball game at Coors Field. One of the…read morebiggest advantages right off the bat: they're open until 3 a.m. We arrived around midnight with a group of five, ranging in age from our early 20s to 60, and even though the restaurant was fairly busy, we had no trouble getting a table. We decided this was the kind of menu that needed to be explored, so we ordered a broad selection and shared everything: the Masala Crusher, beef Philly cheesesteak, paneer pizza, vegan saag, baba ganoush, Philly masala cheese fries, garlic cheese naan, and honey naan. We ordered most things at about a 2 out of 4 spice level, and I would describe that as very mild. Nothing at that level was especially spicy to anyone in our group. The paneer pizza was my personal favorite. I absolutely loved it. The garlic cheese naan was also excellent. Several people at the table thought the saag was amazing, and the masala cheese fries were another big hit. The cheesesteak was probably the lowest on the list for me personally, but it was still good. That really describes the meal well: I had some definite winners and some dishes that were more "also-rans," while other people at the table had different favorites. We also had the baba ganoush, and I forgot to specifically ask for naan with it, so it came with pita. That was probably a little disappointing only because the naan here was so good. The Masala Mule was also very well received. I'm not really a drinker, but I had a sip and picked up a fairly strong grapefruit flavor. The people at our table who were actually drinking it enjoyed it quite a bit. Portions are generous. Very generous. The five of us ordered $103 worth of food before tax and tip, ate until everyone was satisfied, and still left with four boxes of leftovers. Our table was technically set for six, but it was fairly narrow, and once all of the dishes arrived there wasn't much extra room left. The one area where Gaia really did not work for me was the atmosphere. The music was very loud, with a lot of rap playing during our visit, and for me personally it made the meal less enjoyable. The younger members of our group were more comfortable with the vibe, although I wouldn't say everyone was completely into it. The metal chairs also were not especially comfortable. I think this is probably a much better fit for a 20- or 30-something late-night crowd than for someone looking for a relaxed dinner where conversation is part of the experience. That said, the food itself gave us plenty to like. Our group of five was overwhelmingly positive overall, averaging about 4.8 out of 5, so I'm giving Gaia five stars based on the group experience. Full disclosure, though: I was the outlier. Personally, I'd put it at about 4 out of 5. The loud atmosphere, uncomfortable chairs, and the fact that I had some clear favorites and some dishes I probably wouldn't rush to order again kept it from being a five-star experience for me personally. But the rest of the group was more enthusiastic across the board, and with five people trying this many different things and everyone finding something they really enjoyed, Gaia clearly did a lot right. If you're looking for adventurous late-night food in Denver, especially after a game or a night out, Gaia Masala & Burger is absolutely worth a try. And if I go back, the paneer pizza and garlic cheese naan will definitely be on my table again.

Let me start off by saying that the food here is simply amazing! Authentic Nepali offerings, a huge…read moremenu, a vast amount of vegan options are a significant part of what makes this place unique, particular to the Denver area. The fact that this place has in open kitchen until 2 AM, makes it a no-brainer for late night eats that are exceptionally delicious. I'm giving a four star rating is the ambience leaves much to be desired. The lighting is far too bright. There are fluorescent lights in the soft drink machines and harsh overhead lighting. A beautiful interior is almost as important to me as the food - but I know this is not the case for everyone. Overall, this is a stand out restaurant worth giving a try.

I have never had Lebanese food before. The meat was tender and the seasonings were delicious. The…read moreatmosphere was so welcoming. The service was fast and everyone was so nice.

I really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately it was a disappointment…read more The highlights were the lentil soup and the hummus. Both were fresh, flavorful, and the portion sizes were generous. Unfortunately, everything else missed the mark. The chicken kebabs had an unexpected sweetness that just didn't work for me. The side salad looked wilted and didn't seem very fresh, and even the dressing was overly sweet. The rice was bland and had almost no flavor. The biggest letdown was the garlic sauce--it tasted like it was made with mayonnaise instead of a traditional garlic sauce, and I found it unpleasant. The overall atmosphere didn't help. The restaurant didn't seem particularly clean, the décor and ambiance felt like they had been thrown together, and the employees came across as disconnected rather than welcoming or engaged. I can easily overlook a place that's been put together on a budget if the food is outstanding, but in this case, it simply wasn't. Aside from the lentil soup and hummus, I didn't enjoy the meal. Based on my experience, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant.

My husband and I were in town for my conference and we stumbled upon the 5280 Burger bar. Great…read moreservice & WONDERFUL food. I had walked in just asking to look at the menu and she asked my name and told me to come back. I told my husband we have to go back(and we did) We were warmly greeted by Ashley again, the general manager; she not only remembered my name, but came over delivered her card & made sure everything was perfect. If you are in downtown Denver, you absolutely have to go here!!!!

If you're a burger bar, you should cook a burger properly... especially your most expensive burger…read moreblend. I ordered medium and it came out almost well done... The bun was nicely done though, but I'd rather have moist meat, than nice buns. I'd actually prefer both, but you can't have it all, I guess. The Chili Relleno egg rolls were so good though... Crispy and cheesy with a decent dipping sauce. That was the highlight of the meal for me, which is a crime at a burger bar.

Delicious place! Quick service, small restaurant, solid food. We loved everything!…read more The wrap plates were delicious and we loved the side of fries.

My boyfriend and I finally went here after my old roommates told me about this spot years ago. They…read moreraved about how good it is. They were right on the money. I got the chicken schwarma, which is my go to. Delicious! I believe my boyfriend got a gyro and loved it. He also ordered the onion rings, and they were an unexpected delight. Definitely the star of the show. I'm not even sure what it was about them. I think they were perfectly breaded, and the breading was seasoned perfectly, and it was also unique. If you don't want to get anything else, just don't sleep on the onion rings. We still haven't been back because it's so far from our house, but over a year later and we're both still talking about how they are the best onion rings we've ever had! Yum!

The Shan noodles here are one of my favorite things in Denver. Even though USA Today and Yelp have…read moreshown Urban Burma a lot of love over the years, it's still a true hidden gem because of its location in Mango House. This is not a fancy place. It's a near-cafeteria like vibe served to you with the biggest smiles and friendly service (one of the owners Siri is awesome). This is all about the food, and while you'll get the tea leaf salad by default, make sure to get the Shan noodles and the paratha too if you want some flavor variety. If you haven't had a lot of Burmese food in your life, just ask whoever is working for help. They'll be glad to steer you in the right direction for a flavorful meal that will be one of the most unexpectedly good ones you'll have this month.

This has been on my list for a while and I finally had the chance to check it out. I haven't had…read moreBurmese food before but it was quite tasty. The owners are really sweet and the menu is small but plentiful. We ordered the golden triangle which is like a fried tofu or chickpea thing. The tea salad was really tasty. The noodles were also really delicious. It may seem small portions but there's a lot of food. Overall, I love the concept of Mango House and the community aspect of it. So definitely come out and support the community.

Fabulous food and great fast-casual dine in. The staff was…read morehelpful and gave samples of the bakery items. Super good..

Great service, though it took a little while since she was the only one managing the counter and…read morepreparing the food. Everything tasted delicious overall, but the spinach feta borek had some raw dough in the middle. The cardamom latte was especially good! There are also plenty of chairs and outlets, making it a nice spot if you want to sit and get some work done.

This is a legitimate hole in the wall so if you are looking for a fancy ambiance, this is not for…read moreyou. But if you come for the food, then you are in for a treat. I tried their goat meat which is a recent addition to their menu and it was so good, I had to get a second order and eat it right there and then. The owner is friendly and kind, and let me get that second even after they had closed.

when I went in I was very confused it did not look like food was being served, and had a whole set…read moreup of heated bins but all empty in the front. lol They definitely have to work on the ambiance. But I saw pictures online and it looked delicious and healthy so I was like you know what ... I'll give it a shot because I'm hungry and I don't feel like doing super fast food right now! I decided to try it I got the chicken Shawarma meal , really delicious green sauce, along with the hummus and Taziki. Definitely good for what it is. Just wish I had more pita. Lol

My favorite spot for Middle Eastern food. We usually get the King Combo, heavy on meat, but also…read moreplenty of greens. The kobideh kabob is probably our favorite dish on that combo. It's tender and flavorful. Our least favorite is the cut of lamb kabob. It's been too chewy. But the chicken is tender. They give two of everything except grape leaves. They only give one. The baba ghanouj was very tasty, the hummus was good, the pita was ok. It was warm, but small pieces. Salads and felafel were good. The service is generally good. And the ambiance is uniquely Lebanese.

The atmosphere is so cool and comfortable! The service was friendly and quick. The beet juice was…read moredelicious and inexpensive considering it was clearly fresh squeezed. However, we ordered the mango juice which was not fresh squeezed, it tasted like nectar. Not bad, but not fresh squeezed. Next time I will order the lemonade, it looked so good. The food was fantastic! We had friends that had been just 5 days before and wanted to go again. It was very reasonably priced and delicious. We will definitely be back!! YUM