Guidebook for Denver
Food Scene
Amazing Deserts, Amazing Food, and the best hot cocoa ! They sell home made chocolates too. Fun Bar/Cocktails and everything with a chocolate twist. Locally owned and operated - very unique and YUMMY.
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Chocolate Lab
5575 E Colfax AveAmazing Deserts, Amazing Food, and the best hot cocoa ! They sell home made chocolates too. Fun Bar/Cocktails and everything with a chocolate twist. Locally owned and operated - very unique and YUMMY.
Literally right down the street ~! large Starbucks with drive through, parking lot , outdoor and indoor ample seating.
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Starbucks
7304 E 29th AveLiterally right down the street ~! large Starbucks with drive through, parking lot , outdoor and indoor ample seating.
Hooked on Colfax
3213 E Colfax AveHOOKED ON COLFAX
COFFEE. BOOZE. BAKERY.
COMMUNITY.
Late Night or Early Mornings - Breakfast burritos to gyros in a classic, family-owned-&-operated diner open 24/7.
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Pete's Kitchen
1962 E Colfax AveLate Night or Early Mornings - Breakfast burritos to gyros in a classic, family-owned-&-operated diner open 24/7.
About 1 block away - Homey Greek coffeehouse offering traditional pastries, breads & sweets in simple, snug quarters.
Omonoia Bakery
2813 E Colfax AveAbout 1 block away - Homey Greek coffeehouse offering traditional pastries, breads & sweets in simple, snug quarters.
Great Cafe, brunch, & sandwiches.
https://www.myfrenchpress.com/denver/
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The French Press
15290 E Iliff AveGreat Cafe, brunch, & sandwiches.
https://www.myfrenchpress.com/denver/
Also Brunch!
http://shellsandsauce.net/
Serving authentic Italian American food in the heart of Congress Park, Shells and Sauce brings Old Country taste to a cozy neighborhood restaurant. If you’re craving home made lasagna, meat or fish, Shells and Sauce has a variety of savory appetizers and entrees to chose from. We also boast an extensive wine list to pair with anything you choose, and we offer delicious desserts to top off your evening. Whether you sit on our new rooftop patio or inside to watch our open kitchen, Shells and Sauce is an great place to entertain friends or family in an inviting setting. Step into our kitchen and let us share our passion for food!
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Shells & Sauce
2600 E 12th AveAlso Brunch!
http://shellsandsauce.net/
Serving authentic Italian American food in the heart of Congress Park, Shells and Sauce brings Old Country taste to a cozy neighborhood restaurant. If you’re craving home made lasagna, meat or fish, Shells and Sauce has a variety of savory appetizers and entrees to chose from. We also boast an extensive wine list to pair with anything you choose, and we offer delicious desserts to top off your evening. Whether you sit on our new rooftop patio or inside to watch our open kitchen, Shells and Sauce is an great place to entertain friends or family in an inviting setting. Step into our kitchen and let us share our passion for food!
Literally at the end of the block and around the corner ! Call ahead for take out or sit down for delicious Authentic Asian cuisine & Chinese food. I like their Thai tea. They also have Thai and Vietnamese Coffee.
http://www.denverpepperasianbistro.com/menu.html
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Pepper Asian Bistro
2831 E Colfax AveLiterally at the end of the block and around the corner ! Call ahead for take out or sit down for delicious Authentic Asian cuisine & Chinese food. I like their Thai tea. They also have Thai and Vietnamese Coffee.
http://www.denverpepperasianbistro.com/menu.html
Parks & Nature
Stroll, jog or run about City Park~! The Denver Zoo is located in the park as well as the Denver . City Park is a trendy area dominated by its namesake green space, featuring picnic spots, playgrounds and lakeside trails. Within the park, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science has a planetarium, an IMAX theater.
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City Park
2001 Colorado BlvdStroll, jog or run about City Park~! The Denver Zoo is located in the park as well as the Denver . City Park is a trendy area dominated by its namesake green space, featuring picnic spots, playgrounds and lakeside trails. Within the park, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science has a planetarium, an IMAX theater.
A tranquil residential area, Cheesman Park centers on its namesake green space, with expansive lawns, shady jogging trails, a dramatic neoclassical pavilion and regular LGBT-oriented events. Just east of the park, Denver Botanic Gardens features themed areas and an amphitheater for popular summer concerts. Casual pizzerias, relaxed coffeehouses and hip craft-cocktail bars dot the streets around the park.
Area: 81 acres
Year built: 1898
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Cheesman Park
A tranquil residential area, Cheesman Park centers on its namesake green space, with expansive lawns, shady jogging trails, a dramatic neoclassical pavilion and regular LGBT-oriented events. Just east of the park, Denver Botanic Gardens features themed areas and an amphitheater for popular summer concerts. Casual pizzerias, relaxed coffeehouses and hip craft-cocktail bars dot the streets around the park.
Area: 81 acres
Year built: 1898
Congress Park- Public Swimming Pool
850 Josephine StDuring Summer Swimming Pool is open.
Great well-used 2 mile loop running track around this park. 155 acre of pleasant grounds including two lakes. Two flower gardens, one of which is a replica of George Washington's gardens at Mount Vernon. Interesting shopping and dining nearby on Old South Gaylord Street.
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Washington Park
Great well-used 2 mile loop running track around this park. 155 acre of pleasant grounds including two lakes. Two flower gardens, one of which is a replica of George Washington's gardens at Mount Vernon. Interesting shopping and dining nearby on Old South Gaylord Street.
Arts & Culture
Ogden Theatre
935 E Colfax AvePick a show/music: https://www.ogdentheatre.com/events
Check the calendar for a great show/event/music: http://www.fillmoreauditorium.org/events/
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Fillmore Auditorium
1510 N Clarkson StCheck the calendar for a great show/event/music: http://www.fillmoreauditorium.org/events/
Colorado State Capitol
200 E Colfax Avehttps://denverartmuseum.org/
https://denverartmuseum.org/exhibitions
The Denver Art Museum is one of the largest art museums between Chicago and the West Coast, with a collection of more than 70,000 works of art divided between 10 permanent collections including African, American Indian, Asian, European and American, modern and contemporary, pre-Columbian, photography, Spanish Colonial, textile, and western American art. Our holdings reflect our city and region—and provide invaluable ways for the community to learn about cultures from around the world.
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Denver Art Museum
100 W 14th Ave Pkwy
https://denverartmuseum.org/
https://denverartmuseum.org/exhibitions
The Denver Art Museum is one of the largest art museums between Chicago and the West Coast, with a collection of more than 70,000 works of art divided between 10 permanent collections including African, American Indian, Asian, European and American, modern and contemporary, pre-Columbian, photography, Spanish Colonial, textile, and western American art. Our holdings reflect our city and region—and provide invaluable ways for the community to learn about cultures from around the world.
Essentials
From prepared foods/hot bar/soup bar/sushi/ to local/organic/specialty etc! grocery items - about a mile away with ample parking, and can order online for delivery as well.
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Whole Foods Market
1701 Wewatta StFrom prepared foods/hot bar/soup bar/sushi/ to local/organic/specialty etc! grocery items - about a mile away with ample parking, and can order online for delivery as well.
Sprouts Farmers Market
3625 E Colfax AveEntertainment & Activities
Walk down the street and watch an artsy flick! Modern, cozy not-for-profit theater showing obscure, arty movies along with events & symposia.
https://www.denverfilm.org/
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Sie Film Center
2510 E Colfax AveWalk down the street and watch an artsy flick! Modern, cozy not-for-profit theater showing obscure, arty movies along with events & symposia.
https://www.denverfilm.org/
Shopping
Bringing People and Books Together Since 1971 . Tattered Cover is a large indie bookstore and cafe with the cozy feel and comfort of smaller bookshops, furnished with comfortable sofas and overstuffed chairs and and a world-class newsstand. We sell new and used books, in addition to crisp pre-discounted bargain editions. We are a Denver institution, a community gathering place, and an experience you can't download.
The Tattered Cover has a long history of hosting LIVE author events, averaging over 600 authors, illustrators, and public figures each year. https://www.tatteredcover.com/aboutus/locations-hours
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Tattered Cover Book Store - Colfax Avenue
2526 East Colfax AvenueBringing People and Books Together Since 1971 . Tattered Cover is a large indie bookstore and cafe with the cozy feel and comfort of smaller bookshops, furnished with comfortable sofas and overstuffed chairs and and a world-class newsstand. We sell new and used books, in addition to crisp pre-discounted bargain editions. We are a Denver institution, a community gathering place, and an experience you can't download.
The Tattered Cover has a long history of hosting LIVE author events, averaging over 600 authors, illustrators, and public figures each year. https://www.tatteredcover.com/aboutus/locations-hours
Drinks & Nightlife
Route 40 Cafe
2550 East Colfax AvenueThe Bluebird Theater was built in 1913 and originally named after the prominent Denver grocer and druggist, John Thompson. The theater was renamed in 1922 and became an important part of the community. The theater was also initially a movie house and went through various phases over the years. In 1994, Chris Swank and a business partner invested in the Bluebird and it re-opened as a mecca for music that you know today. The theater is laid out in tiers with a balcony overlooking the entire space.
The Bluebird Theater is operated by AEG Live.
https://www.bluebirdtheater.net/events
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Bluebird Theater
3317 E Colfax AveThe Bluebird Theater was built in 1913 and originally named after the prominent Denver grocer and druggist, John Thompson. The theater was renamed in 1922 and became an important part of the community. The theater was also initially a movie house and went through various phases over the years. In 1994, Chris Swank and a business partner invested in the Bluebird and it re-opened as a mecca for music that you know today. The theater is laid out in tiers with a balcony overlooking the entire space.
The Bluebird Theater is operated by AEG Live.
https://www.bluebirdtheater.net/events
About Us... WE HAVE BEEN A DENVER TRADITION FOR 50 YEARS ... WE ARE FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED BEGINNING AT THE SATIRE LOUNGE.
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Pete's Kitchen
1962 E Colfax AveAbout Us... WE HAVE BEEN A DENVER TRADITION FOR 50 YEARS ... WE ARE FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED BEGINNING AT THE SATIRE LOUNGE.
Machete Tequila and Tacos was created and established in Denver in 2011. Our customers defined our vibe and our mission. They sought after the finest margaritas in the land and food that was created from the heart of Mexico City, DF. Machete is not bashful and loves to provide a place where everyone is welcome to “Get After It”. We invite you to bring your adventurous minds and appetites and be prepared to drink, eat and celebrate with us.
Powerful Hand Crafted Margaritas and Street-Inspired Tacos.
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Machete Tequila + Tacos
2817 E 3rd AveMachete Tequila and Tacos was created and established in Denver in 2011. Our customers defined our vibe and our mission. They sought after the finest margaritas in the land and food that was created from the heart of Mexico City, DF. Machete is not bashful and loves to provide a place where everyone is welcome to “Get After It”. We invite you to bring your adventurous minds and appetites and be prepared to drink, eat and celebrate with us.
Powerful Hand Crafted Margaritas and Street-Inspired Tacos.
YOU IN? http://machetedenver.com/