Restaurant Thread

[ghettodub]

So I'm not sure if there is one, and didn't see via search, but what do you think about starting a restaurant thread? I'm a huge foodie, and since most of us are locals, I thought it may be cool to start one. Could post up when we try new places, etc.

Whaddya think? I just submitted a few new reviews on Yelp, so it gave me the idea.

[Irving]

I think that would be a good idea for people like me, who aren't foodies and don't know where to go that isn't Subway. I'm very price conscious, so I don't generally go to expensive places because I don't find them to be worth it. However, that has allowed me to discover places like Columbine Steak house and local Pho places where I can get an excellent quality meal for much less than every where else.

[jim02]

sounds good to me, i like to eat good food and could use help finding some.

[hurley842002]

Hickory House, Parker Colorado FTW!!!

[Beer]

[Scanker19]

"How do you feel about frilly toothpicks?"

"I'm for 'em"

Sounds like a awesome idea.

[patrick0685]

Hickory House, Parker Colorado FTW!!!

[Beer]

+1, i was pretty pissed i missed their groupon

[ghettodub]

Never tried that place, what kind of food is it?

The most recent place I went to was Pho 95 on Federal. Best pho place in Denver IMO

[hurley842002]

Never tried that place, what kind of food is it?

The most recent place I went to was Pho 95 on Federal. Best pho place in Denver IMO

Some of the best BBQ i've ever had. I'm not a rib guy, but I absolutely love their ribs. Hell, even their Ceasar Salads are awesome.

[Irving]

Never tried that place, what kind of food is it?

The most recent place I went to was Pho 95 on Federal. Best pho place in Denver IMO

We eat Pho about twice a month now, and mostly have been going to Andrew's place, Pho 88 on 104th and Federal. However, I just recently found a place at 74th and Federal called Pho 79 (I think it is 79) and I like them better because they use less broth and significantly more meat and filling. Where is Pho 95?

[ChunkyMonkey]

Pho 95 in Southglenn mall is dirty as hell. I havent been to the one on Federal for long time - But if it's under the same management, I would stay away.

Hickory house is GREAT... they have the best ribs!

[hurley842002]

Hickory house is GREAT... they have the best ribs!

YES!! Future Co-AR Meet and greet at the Hickory House Perhaps?

[Mazin]

Ok heres the Mazin-toplist for grubbage in town:

PATSY'S THE BEST ITALIAN EVER!!!!!!!!
http://www.patsysinn.com/Welcome.html

I recommend the homemade noodles with spicy marinara. Been a loyal customer for over 10 years now

Best Breakfast burrito.....LUCEROS!!!!, been a loyal customer for over 8 years

LARGE MARGES!!! Best philly and chicago dogs. Been a loyal customer for over 2 years now.
http://www.largemarges.com/

Pho Hau is good!! Just tried it yesterday for lunch because its close to work (Denver Federal Center)

heres a review link
http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-hau-restaurant-2-lakewood
I had the #39 and it was gooood

The Pepper Pod off of i-76 and the Huddson
biggest double bacon cheese burger i have ever eaten (well the biggest half I have eaten)

Jack & Grill (man vs food was there)

Jonny Corenos for cheap good Italian.

[Bailey Guns]

I've lived in Bailey for 20 years. There's a place in Marshdale (between Conifer and Evergreen) called "The Bistro".

The only time I've ever been there was about 1992 or 93 when another deputy and I dragged the chef out of the kitchen, kickin' and screamin' and fightin' the whole way, because he'd beat the hell out of his wife before going to work. Quite the entertainment for the diners.

Anyway, it's a fairly upscale place and I've never eaten there. Until last night. Some friends took the wife and I out for my 50th bday for dinner.

It was absolutely fantastic. The atmosphere, the drinks the service and especially the meal. I had something called the "Eggplant Stack". It was eggplant with other vegetables covered with cheese and some kind of fairly spicy tomato on top of a bed of pasta. One of the top 3 meals I've ever had at a restaurant in my life. And I've eaten all over the world. The meals weren't expensive but they were on the higher end of average. My entree was $18.50 I think and it was one of the less expensive on the menu. Worth every penny.

I'm gonna have to try some of those BBQ joints mentioned in the other posts...I love BBQ. Serious Texas BBQ in Loveland is my favorite right now. But I've never tried those other places.

[cebeu]

"... I'm a huge foodie...

http://www.5280.com/

[Bailey Guns]

Some of my favorites in no particular order:

The Melting Pot in Littleton
Cafe Prague in Morrison (outstanding eastern European food)
The Black Hat Cattle Company in Kittredge

[Bailey Guns]

http://www.5280.com/

Oh, yeah. That's an annual event the wife and I always look forward to. Some great deals at restaurants we couldn't normally afford to go to.

[ghettodub]

http://www.5280.com/

yeah, i've looked through that magazine quite a few times, and it's pretty douchey, snobby and elitist, but I've learned about some decent places to eat through there


Pho 95 in Southglenn mall is dirty as hell. I havent been to the one on Federal for long time - But if it's under the same management, I would stay away.


I haven't tried the Southglenn one yet, but yeah, I'm talking about the one on Federal. It's still my favourite pho place.

For overall Vietnamese, New Saigon is my fav.

When a place is dirty, it can have a certain amount of funk to it before I won't eat there. For example, one of my favourite places to eat near my work is Oshima Ramen, and it's dingy in there, but the food is good. I've eaten at some high end places which look immaculate, but the food wasn't cooked properly, etc and I've been sick as hell.



Where is Pho 95?

It's right off of Federal and Mississippi pretty much, in the North of that centre on the East side of Federal



YES!! Future Co-AR Meet and greet at the Hickory House Perhaps?

I think that's a kickass idea, and they have chicken (I don't eat red meat, and not a huge BBQ pork guy)

[hurley842002]

That's a kickass idea I think! And they have some chicken I can eat (I don't eat red meat, and not a pork BQQ guy)


They have Really good Chicken. I'm also not much of a fish guy, but their Catfish is tasty.

[hurley842002]

Also a couple Mexican Food Restaurants we enjoy are Garcias just east of I-25 on Belleview, and Los Volcanes in Parker.

[Bailey Guns]

yeah, i've looked through that magazine quite a few times, and it's pretty douchey, snobby and elitist, but I've learned about some decent places to eat through there

Never seen the magazine. But every year towards the end of Jan or into Feb there's a period of time where many restaurants participate in the "5280 Restaurant Week". The restaurants will feature some of their best offerings for $52.80 for two people. It's a great way to eat at some of the uppity joints for a decent price.

[ghettodub]

Never seen the magazine. But every year towards the end of Jan or into Feb there's a period of time where many restaurants participate in the "5280 Restaurant Week". The restaurants will feature some of their best offerings for $52.80 for two people. It's a great way to eat at some of the uppity joints for a decent price.

Yeah, I'm a big fan of that for sure. I went to check out a place called Rice Bistro during that in February. Decent place off of Orchard and Holly

[ChunkyMonkey]

Yeah, I'm a big fan of that for sure. I went to check out a place called Rice Bistro during that in February. Decent place off of Orchard and Holly

<-- having lunch at Rice Bistro. That place is 2 blocks away from my home and 1/4 mile off my work.

[ghettodub]

<-- having lunch at Rice Bistro. That place is 2 blocks away from my home and 1/4 mile off my work.

I'm trying to remember what I had there.

The spicy edamame were great, but something I could make at home
Tuna tartar was tasty


that's all I can remember on what we got, but a decent place for sure. Their appetizer menu is nice

[theGinsue]

I'm late getting into this thread but I'll wade in with full enthusiasm!


Hickory House, Parker Colorado FTW!!!

[Beer]

Now, I grew up in Kansas CIty (Missouri) where BBQ is King (had the only 4 Star BBQ joint in the world for years). I practically teethed on BBQ of all sorts: brisket, ribs, pulled pork, chicken, etc. and eventually my dad was 50&#37; owner of a BBQ restaurant. My point is, I KNOW good BBQ and have been disappointed for YEARS trying to find decent BBQ in Colorado.

This changed while celebrating my 20th wedding anniversary wit hmy wife in Aspen a couple of years ago when we found and ate at Hickey House BBQ (the one in Aspen). I don't know who I was in love with more that night, my wife, or Hickory House! [BTW: It was my wife's idea to have our 20th Anniversary dinner at a BBQ joint, not mine. What a gal' eh?]

We were thrilled to find that they also had a store in Parker. We finally got a chance to try the Parker location out this past spring and found that the food was just as good as at the Aspen store.


Some of the best BBQ i've ever had. I'm not a rib guy, but I absolutely love their ribs. Hell, even their Ceasar Salads are awesome.

You ain't just whistlin' Dixie!


YES!! Future Co-AR Meet and greet at the Hickory House Perhaps?

My wife and I are always looking for a reason to go back up to Parker to eat at Hickory House and this would be the perfect excuse. I'm all for it but I might not get to attend unless it were after teh first of the year with all of the holiday stuff going on and my wife working retail. If I went to Hickory House without her (even if I brought food back for her), she'd probably shoot me.

[StagLefty]

she'd probably shoot me.

After all it is a gun forum-right ? [ROFL3]

[Elhuero]

I hear casa bonita has great mexican food. hehe [Peep]

[theGinsue]

Oh wow Elhuero. That's akin to walking down the streets of Bahgdad with a t-shirt that says (in arabic) "Allah Sucks".

[Irving]

I ate some left overs from Casa Bonita a while back and it was pretty good. Not good enough that I'd eat it over anything else, but better than other Mexican I've had.

[xwisex]

Speaking of BBQ, Rudy's down in the Springs off of HWY 24 has fantastic smoked meat (sauce opt.) also The Rib House in Longmont and Boulder has some bomb ass ribs and spicy sausage and the cheesy corn bake bake will make your brain melt and run out of your ears! In my opinion hands down the two best places for BBQ in CO that I've come across.

http://www.rudys.com/default.aspx
http://www.theribhouse.com/

[hurley842002]

Speaking of BBQ, Rudy's down in the Springs off of HWY 24 has fantastic smoked meat (sauce opt.) also The Rib House in Longmont and Boulder has some bomb ass ribs and spicy sausage and the cheesy corn bake bake will make your brain melt and run out of your ears! In my opinion hands down the two best places for BBQ in CO that I've come across.

http://www.rudys.com/default.aspx
http://www.theribhouse.com/

Agreed on Rudy's, only been once, but would really like to go again.

[ChunkyMonkey]

here is another good excuse for CO-AR15 night... The location sucks though.

http://www.theribhouse.com/images/stories/contest%20flyerDECEMBER_small.jpg

[carnplanenut]

I love food, and I don't really care for chains. I know that 2 here are chains, but they are only in limited cities. They also only have one restaurant here in Denver.

Jason

Hickory House - Parker, Great BBQ

The Perfect Landing - T-TH $10 menu ($10 Filet, Lamb, Prime Rib, Bottle of Wine, Lobster Tail, etc) and the quality is top notch * need reservation though and it's not stuffy, it's on Centennial Airport

Yanni's-Greek, at the Landmark in Greenwood Village, Not stuffy, Yanni is from Greece, authentic

Land of Sushi-Arapahoe & University, Great Sushi

Del Frisco's-Go for lunch and get their burger ($10). Expensive restaurant, but for burgers, very affordable and awesome service

Claim Jumpers-Order one entree for a family of 4!!! Incredibley large sizes.

Cafe Sky-Parker Rd by H-Mart,Authentic Korean

[ThunderSquirrel]

"How do you feel about frilly toothpicks?"

"I'm for 'em"



"I order the club sandwich all the time, and I'm not even a member."


There is a BBQ Place up here on Arapahoe and Dayton called Jabos. Pretty good food. Not the Best BBQ that I've ever eaten, but still good. There specialty is the "Jabo Dog", its something like a 1/2lb hot link on a bun covered in 1/3lb of pulled pork.

They change their sauces constantly and the guy that owns it, Jabo, works there. He comes around table to table to let everyone taste the sauces they currently have and they'll add as much heat to it as you want.

[Graves]

Texas to Brazil - Bring an empty gut. It's by Bass Pro.

[ghettodub]

I ate some left overs from Casa Bonita a while back and it was pretty good. Not good enough that I'd eat it over anything else, but better than other Mexican I've had.

Finding good mexican food has been tough lately. My favourite place back in the day was The Blue Bonnet, but that's gone down hill a bit over the years...

[Graves]

Finding good mexican food has been tough lately. My favourite place back in the day was The Blue Bonnet, but that's gone down hill a bit over the years...

I had some pretty exceptional Mex at a little joint called Tacos Jalisco in Denver on 38th a few weeks back.

[ghettodub]

I had some pretty exceptional Mex at a little joint called Tacos Jalisco in Denver on 38th a few weeks back.

that place is pretty damn good, gotta agree with ya there!

[Jeff350]

There is a BBQ Place up here on Arapahoe and Dayton called Jabos. Pretty good food. Not the Best BBQ that I've ever eaten, but still good. There specialty is the "Jabo Dog", its something like a 1/2lb hot link on a bun covered in 1/3lb of pulled pork.

They change their sauces constantly and the guy that owns it, Jabo, works there. He comes around table to table to let everyone taste the sauces they currently have and they'll add as much heat to it as you want.

Before Jabo had his restaurant there, he had a huge BBQ that he pulled around with his truck and would set up shop in a Church parking lot near my High School. We would go get Jabo dogs once or twice a month and they were awesome!

[carnplanenut]

Jack'n'Grill for Mexican. They have 3 locations-Westminster, Denver, and Littleton. They fire roast their own chiles!

[DeusExMachina]

Mmm food.

Jack-n-Grill is great. Cherry Cricket, Argyll...

Fogo de Chao for the ultimate in gluttony.

[hurley842002]

Jack'n'Grill for Mexican. They have 3 locations-Westminster, Denver, and Littleton. They fire roast their own chiles!

Saw Jack'n'Grill on Man Vs. Food, looked awesome!

[Lex_Luthor]

I'm going to Jack'n'Grill tomorrow with work. Should be a good experience. They have a 7lb breakfast burrito, and a 20 oz double burger. NOW we're talking.

On about 72nd and Sheridan there is a sushi place called Shogun. BEST sushi I have found almost anywhere. Their rolls are huge.

[kidicarus13]

I tried Jack'n'Grill recently and wasn't impressed. The food was pretty bland but the green chile wasn't bad.

Rudy's in COS = GOOOOOD! [Dinner]

Jim N' Nick's Bar-B-Q is also tasty.

BD's Mongolian Grill (downtown) = tasty if you create the right food combo

El Jardin (Commerce City)- I've always heard good reviews but I've never been. Anyone?

Rio Grande- thier food sucks but it's hard to beat their margs

I'm looking for a place that serves up tasty wings at a decent price around Denver. So far my favorite Colorado wing place is BW3 and that's not saying a lot.

[DeusExMachina]

I think its called the Dez burger. Green chile, double burger...its so good. I eat half for lunch then half for diner.

I've heard Le Casa Del Rey in Commerce City. I tried to go and the place was PACKED! I was really surprised for Commerce City. But I've never eaten there.

There's a cheesesteak place nextdoor, on 72nd, that is the best cheesesteak place I've found. I almost enjoy going to CC for work, if its around lunch time.

[theGinsue]

Fogo de Chao for the ultimate in gluttony.

Mmmmmm, gluttony. I love gluttony. Do they offer it on their lunch menu too, or is it just on the dinner menu?

[ROFL1]

[Sewerboy]

Favorites:

Breakfast: Snooze. One location on Colorado blvd and another in north downtown area. I would say it's the best breakfast I've ever had.

Dinner: Root Down in the highlands. This place is one of those weird sustainable organic joints but don't let that fool you. Their steak is absolutely off the chain.

Dessert: Sweet Action ice cream on Broadway. So damn good!

[ChunkyMonkey]

Just want to mention..Li's Asian Bistro on 13th and Santa Fe. I stopped by last night after watching Glenn's Broke and was impressed by the food.

http://www.google.com/maps/place?cid=10999386539123935486&q=80204+chinese&fb=1&gl=us&hq=chinese&hnear=Denver,+CO+80204

[Dravur]

If you want to know where the good food is.... talk to the Fat Man!

I knows goods foods....

Best Greek Food.... Petes Gyros Place on Colfax, near the old East High School... Bring a gun..

Best BBQ... Serious Texas BBQ in Loveland or there is a place in Longmont called Shmitty's... TRES YUM and you can hit Jensen's on the way.

Best Noodles... Js Noodles on Federal.

Best oinkfestival.... Name escapes me.... italian buffet off of I-25...decent food and all you can inhale.

Best Burger... Cherry Cricket or City Grille used to be good until the Russian mob took it over.

Best Breakfast...Tough one... Alice's Restaurant in Longmont has Killer pancakes... Toast in cherry Creek has Killer French toast....

[Jeff350]

Toast, off Santa Fe and Bowles in Littleton, is one of the best breakfasts I've ever had. I had these biscuit/pancakes with sausage in them, topped with eggs, and smothered in sausage gravy. I couldn't eat more than about half, and I can eat a lot!

The line on a Saturday or Sunday morning coincides with the deliciousness of the food. Plan on waiting for a while.

[hurley842002]

Anybody been to Venice Ristorante Italiano in Greenwood Village off of Holly? Going there for my better halfs work Christmas party this weekend, looks awfully fancy to me.

[kidicarus13]

The line on a Saturday or Sunday morning coincides with the deliciousness of the food. Plan on waiting for a while.

And once you're seated don't be surprised if your table is approximately 3"-12" away from the next table. ...no, seriously.

[ChunkyMonkey]

Anybody been to Venice Ristorante Italiano in Greenwood Village off of Holly? Going there for my better halfs work Christmas party this weekend, looks awfully fancy to me.

Yes, very good. It's few doors down from Rice Bistro that someone else mentioned previously.

[hurley842002]

Yes, very good. It's few doors down from Rice Bistro that someone else mentioned previously.

Good to hear! Last year the Christmas party was at some fancy place in Castle Rock, too fancy for my blood. At least this place looks like it has some stuff on the menu I recognize.

[ChunkyMonkey]

Good to hear! Last year the Christmas party was at some fancy place in Castle Rock, too fancy for my blood. At least this place looks like it has some stuff on the menu I recognize.

Afterward you can pick up your G26 from my house couple blocks down lol.

[zteknik]

ok since this is a reasturant thread:)
since i will be getting out to Co. for Christmas
i was wondering if anybody has been to Sobo 151 in denver?and how is it?
my nephew told me about it saying one of his friends is a cook there
and i sure do love my european food!![Coffee]

[Bailey Guns]

ok since this is a reasturant thread:)
since i will be getting out to Co. for Christmas
i was wondering if anybody has been to Sobo 151 in denver?and how is it?
my nephew told me about it saying one of his friends is a cook there
and i sure do love my european food!![Coffee]

I haven't been to Sobo 151. However, if you like Czech and eastern European food I highly recommend Cafe Prague in Morrison. Outstanding food and service.

Also, if you're a Seinfeld fan, I think the soup nazi went to work at Cafe Prague after the series was canceled. Seriously...the guy that runs the place is just like him. The first time I called to make reservations went like this:

Me: Hi. I'd like to make dinner reservations.

SN: What time you want to come? (heavy eastern euro accent and gruff-sounding)

Me: We'd like reservations for 5pm.

SN: NO! No table for you 5 o'clock. You eat dinner 5:30.

Me: Ahhh...ok. How about a table for 2 at 5:30?

SN: OK. You be here 5:30.

Once we got there and met him he was very nice. But he's very demanding of his staff and he keeps everyone on the ball. Great, great food.

[zteknik]

I haven't been to Sobo 151. However, if you like Czech and eastern European food I highly recommend Cafe Prague in Morrison. Outstanding food and service.

Also, if you're a Seinfeld fan, I think the soup nazi went to work at Cafe Prague after the series was canceled. Seriously...the guy that runs the place is just like him. The first time I called to make reservations went like this:

Me: Hi. I'd like to make dinner reservations.

SN: What time you want to come? (heavy eastern euro accent and gruff-sounding)

Me: We'd like reservations for 5pm.

SN: NO! No table for you 5 o'clock. You eat dinner 5:30.

Me: Ahhh...ok. How about a table for 2 at 5:30?

SN: OK. You be here 5:30.

Once we got there and met him he was very nice. But he's very demanding of his staff and he keeps everyone on the ball. Great, great food.
sounds like a SNL skit!coke-no pepsi![LOL]
sounds like my kinda place!
i gotta ask jreifsch80 to give me the tour of the place-hes allways in the know about places like that -told me about some ruski butcher shops in denver thatll scare most people -even the ruskis!!

[steveopia]

Sushi - Junz in Parker is fantastic. Samurai Sushi down on Arapahoe and Dayton is pretty good too. They have a $21 all you can eat deal that I frequent about once every 2 months or so. Great quality. You just have to eat everything you order or you have to pay full price. CHALLENGE!!

Lebanese and Persian cuisine - Ali Baba in Golden used to be great. I haven't been there in a couple or few years. Best hummus ever.

Mexican - I've heard great things about a place called Senor Pepe's but I've never been there. They're supposed to have the best chile rellenos around I guess.

[jackedco]

8 Rivers (http://www.8riverslodo.com/)
Been here twice. Food, drink and service are great. Use to love Bahama Breeze and this is place is 10x better.

[Geardo]

Schneids Smoke Shack is amazing BBQ. Its cheap, filling, and hot damn its delicious. This place doesn't get busy. Really friendly warmhearted people. This is honestly my favorite restaurant of all time. Its south of Mineral and Platte Canyon at 7986 S Depew St Littleton

[theGinsue]

sounds like a SNL skit!coke-no pepsi![LOL]
sounds like my kinda place!

I remember those skits well. they were based off of the Billy Goat Tavern on Lower Wacker Drive in Chicago. As I recall, the place is (was) owner by Belushi's uncle.

Actual video from the place: (couldn't find a YouTube video of the SNl skit)
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[steveopia]

Does anyone know of a good mom and pops type bakery that has really good sticky buns or cinnamon rolls? There's a place in Lakewood called Taste of Denmark (http://www.tasteofdenmark.net/about_us.html) that has some great breads and what not but their sticky buns aren't quite what I'm looking for.

[JohnTRourke]

Johnson's Corner cinnamon rolls for the win

[Ah Pook]

Here are my favs;


Rosalinda's on West 33rd-Best authentic green chili and mole.
El Corozan on Blake St- Across from The Rio. Excellent food and margs. Best Denver green chili.
Dave's Chuckwagon Diner on West Colfax- The best chicken fried steak in the state. Good fried chicken and hot shots too.
Dot's Diner and Lucile's tie for best breakfasts.
Japango and Hapa for sushi.
Wild Mountain Smoke House in Nederland- Good pulled pork and ribs.
Mountain Sun in Boulder- Best burgers.Damn! Now I'm hungry. [Rant1][Rant2]

[hurley842002]

Johnson's Corner cinnamon rolls for the win

I've been told this, by more than a few people. I just need to get off my a$$ and go try them.

[hurley842002]

Best breakfast I have had up here is "The Original Pancake House", I normally go to the one just east of I25 on Belleview. Just plan on either waiting, or sitting at the community table.

[theGinsue]

Does anyone know of a good mom and pops type bakery that has really good sticky buns or cinnamon rolls? There's a place in Lakewood called Taste of Denmark (http://www.tasteofdenmark.net/about_us.html) that has some great breads and what not but their sticky buns aren't quite what I'm looking for.

I seldom ever make it up to the Denver/Littleton/Westminster/Boulder area, so I can't speak to those areas.

The Donut Mill (http://www.tellerdining.com/listingview.php?listingID=19)off of Hwy 24 in Woodland Park has the most amazing doughnuts of any place I've ever been. I've never eaten any of their sticky buns or cinnimon rolls, but they sell 10"-12" cinnimon rolls!
Their Bear Claws and turnovers, etc. are bigger than my hand (I have large hands too!). The flavor of their products is fantastic and their prices are very reasonable (given the high cost of doughnuts and such these days). They also sell breakfast burritos which meet the same level of taste/price/value as the rest of their products. My buddies and I like to stop by and get something from them on our way up to ice fish at 11 Mile or Antero. Great stuff!

[steveopia]

I seldom ever make it up to the Denver/Littleton/Westminster/Boulder area, so I can't speak to those areas.

The Donut Mill (http://www.tellerdining.com/listingview.php?listingID=19)off of Hwy 24 in Woodland Park has the most amazing doughnuts of any place I've ever been. I've never eaten any of their sticky buns or cinnimon rolls, but they sell 10"-12" cinnimon rolls!
Their Bear Claws and turnovers, etc. are bigger than my hand (I have large hands too!). The flavor of their products is fantastic and their prices are very reasonable (given the high cost of doughnuts and such these days). They also sell breakfast burritos which meet the same level of taste/price/value as the rest of their products. My buddies and I like to stop by and get something from them on our way up to ice fish at 11 Mile or Antero. Great stuff!

Hell, that's not too far from the South Site it looks like. I see a plan forming . . . .

[GLCM_Guy]

Donut Mill is great, and for those of us that are Texas transplants, they also serve Blue Bell ice cream by the scoop.

Rudy's Pit BBQ in the Springs is also very good. Chain restaurant that I believe started out in New Braunfels, so it's Hill Country BBQ. For best value, skip the sandwiches and order by the pound (I think it's actually by the 1/2 pound), then ask the cashier for some bread and make your own sammiches!

[theGinsue]

As far as BBQ in the Springs...

There used to be a place called County Line BBQ, just North of Fillmore on the road right next to the West side of I-25. It was the best in the Springs.

Then, when County Line closed, Howards BBQ moved in the old County Line building. I really enjoyed their food and it was my new favorite BBQ place in the Springs.

Then this Howards location closed. Bummer. No good BBQ in the Springs. I recently found out that Howards had another (smaller) location & there are still (supposedly) just as good. No one I've talked to knows the exact location for the remaining Howards BBQ.

Then, this fall, my buddy took me to Rudy's BBQ. While not 100% up to my standards, I must admit that they are pretty damned good, soooo... Now, Rudy's is my favorite Springs BBQ place.

We've still got Famous Dave's (okay, but doesn't thrill me at all)Front Range (2 locations - sucky BBQ and they discriminate against their emlpoyees), and Red, Hot & Blue (ate there once and will NEVER return - they call that swill BBQ? I wouldn't feed it to Marlins dog).

With all of that said, I'd still rather make the drive up to Parker to enjoy a meal or even just a sandwich at Hickory House. Yes, it's worth the drive.

[Beprepared]

BBQ....http://www.thesmokinq.com/ all the way! Tiny place up in Divide, low and slow dry smoked. When they first opened last year I used to feed my family of 5 for $25. Prices did go up a bit, more up to par.

[JohnTRourke]

Ok, I don't get the love over Hickory House.
I mean, it's ok
but right down Parker Rd is Big Jim's BBQ in that van that smells so damn good that is 20 times better.

Big Jim's BBQ is the best BBQ in Denver metro IMHO.

[theGinsue]

BBQ....http://www.thesmokinq.com/ all the way! Tiny place up in Divide, low and slow dry smoked. When they first opened last year I used to feed my family of 5 for $25. Prices did go up a bit, more up to par.

This is that little place right on the corner of 24 and 67; right? I ate there a little over a month ago (another payment for helping my buddy move). Yes, I was quite impressed with their brisket. I decided that it's not a bad place to stop and get a bite on my way back from fishing.


Ok, I don't get the love over Hickory House.
I mean, it's ok
but right down Parker Rd is Big Jim's BBQ in that van that smells so damn good that is 20 times better.

Big Jim's BBQ is the best BBQ in Denver metro IMHO.

Hmm. I've never heard of the place. I guess I'll have to check this place out too. Can't get enough BBQ!

[roberth]

The Rib House in Longmont has some wonderful BBQ, now I'm all hungry.

[theGinsue]

Smokin' Dave's BBQ is pretty good if you're in the mood for BBQ in Estes Park.

[hurley842002]

Ok, I don't get the love over Hickory House.
I mean, it's ok
but right down Parker Rd is Big Jim's BBQ in that van that smells so damn good that is 20 times better.

Big Jim's BBQ is the best BBQ in Denver metro IMHO.

Eh, purely your opinion. The love for Hickory House is quite simple, it's much better than "ok", there wouldn't be flocks of people waiting out front in the cold for a table, if it weren't good. But that is purely my opinion.

[Beer]

[JohnTRourke]

The Rib House in Longmont has some wonderful BBQ, now I'm all hungry.


as a BBQ connoisseur of all types
The rib house is ok, not bad, but definitely not great.

but it's SERIOUSLY overpriced.
I mean WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYY OVER PRICED.

[JohnTRourke]

Eh, purely your opinion. The love for Hickory House is quite simple, it's much better than "ok", there wouldn't be flocks of people waiting out front in the cold for a table, if it weren't good. But that is purely my opinion.

[Beer]

ok, BBQ is all individual tastes and that's fine.

But people wait in line at Olive Garden all the time, does that mean it's great Italian food?

american's taste in most anything worries me.

[GLCM_Guy]

Ate at Texas de Brazil on 13 Dec. OUTSTANDING!

I've eaten at Fogo de Chao in Houston, Roditzio in Albuquerque, and Pampas in Las Vegas. Texas de Brazil was at least as good as Fogo de Chao, which I consider the best of the lot. Ate so much meat I started getting the "meat sweats"!

Great place to go for a special occasion or as th eoccasional treat, but GO HUNGRY.

[ghettodub]

But people wait in line at Olive Garden all the time, does that mean it's great Italian food?


I was thinking about that the other day, and that a majority of people don't know what a truly great meal tastes like. It's like being in Times Square and you see people at the Chilis... [ROFL1]

[Great-Kazoo]

I was thinking about that the other day, and that a majority of people don't know what a truly great meal tastes like. It's like being in Times Square and you see people at the Chilis... [ROFL1]

How True.

There are 3-4 good - VG eateries (based on the spouses and my taste) in our town. Yet you still see sheep lined up at the MickeyD's drive through like they're selling top shelf Prime Rib WTF!!!

[hurley842002]

Ok, I don't get the love over Hickory House.
I mean, it's ok
but right down Parker Rd is Big Jim's BBQ in that van that smells so damn good that is 20 times better.

Big Jim's BBQ is the best BBQ in Denver metro IMHO.

With all my praise of the Hickory House I must admit, I've never tried Big Jim's, even tho I pass it several times a week, and every time I do, it smells AMAZING! I may just have to try it soon, maybe tomorrow for lunch.

[theGinsue]

Well when you do Hurley, you'll have to report back to us what your take is on the place.

I'll have to find an excuse to try it myself.

My curiosity is also peaked for trying out Texas de Brazil. Any place that could possibly give me "meat sweats" wins points in my book.

[hurley842002]

Well when you do Hurley, you'll have to report back to us what your take is on the place.

I'll have to find an excuse to try it myself.

My curiosity is also peaked for trying out Texas de Brazil. Any place that could possibly give me "meat sweats" wins points in my book.

Will do Sir! I don't doubt that he throws down some tasty BBQ, his little motto thing is "Put the South in yo mouth" lol.

[ChunkyMonkey]

All this BBQ talk made I and the lady tried out Big Jim's... It's tastier and smokier than Hickory house, but to my disappointment, under the BBQ sauce, the meat was dry. It could have been much better imho. It may have been because they were busy. They are definitely worth another try - hope it'd be better next time.

[theGinsue]

That's a shame.

Rudy's BBQ here in the Springs that so many folks have raved over (I agree they are good) has a choice for their brisket of "moist" or regular. I've always ordered the moist as I can not abide by dry meat.

Of course, all too often I find that pulled pork is usually dry at most BBQ establishments. Part of that is due to the nature of pork, the rest is the due to the cooking and storing conditions.

[Irving]

I love pork, and more often than not, it is too dry. :(

[MrPrena]

There is a new Korean BBQ place called Q BBQ on 104th and I25.
Good but expensive.

[oinco]

has anybody tried "Yazoo BBQ" downtown? would be interesting to hear how it compares to the Hickory House....

Park Burger in Wash Park was pretty darn good,

Quincy's steakhouse in Buena Vista/Leadville etc. I think is exceptional- I can't believe a filet meal (6oz) for $8. I have paid over $60 for filet that was not as good as theirs. I also appreciate their menu- your "choice" is only size- and what drink you would want. M-Th is filet, Friday thru Sun changes to prime rib and/or sirloin roast or something like that.

for something to mix it up, Cafe Brazil in Denver Highlands is top five in Denver for me. Family run/owned place- great quality ingredients and reasonable for what you are getting.

Also another vote for Root Down.

La Loma, Lola or Patzcuaro's for "southern food" for me.

[ghettodub]

So I'm resurrecting this thread, as Denver Restaurant Week is starting next week! Anyone gonna go check any new places out?

[DeusExMachina]

Oh nice! I almost forgot.

Last year was great.

Check out Argyll's if you haven't.

[TriggerHappy]

52.80 ninja!!
[Beer]

[ghettodub]

This one has piqued my interest: http://www.denver.org/denverrestaurant/Menus/Menu.aspx?id=768&c=yes

The enchiladas sound pretty rad

[Lex_Luthor]

On 92nd and Washington (actually Eppinger and Washington) in Thornton, a small family BBQ place opened up called Lil John's BBQ. They have AMAZING bbq food. Apparently Backdraft BBQ came in secretly and tasted their stuff, called a half hour or so later and complemented them on their food. Give em a try if you're up north. Great prices.

[Marlin]

Moved thread to next to recipe thread in the survival forum and stuck.

[KevDen2005]

Hickory House, Parker Colorado FTW!!!

[Beer]


I think they used to be better. It seems lately all their meet is really dry to me

[KevDen2005]

Went to Melting Pot for a pre-valentine's day dinner, last thursday. A little pricey but great food, lots of fun, and great ambiance. It was my first time there and would definitely recommend it

[KevDen2005]

Johnson's Corner cinnamon rolls for the win

Oh I forgot all about those. I need to run up there and get some!!!

[hurley842002]

This one has piqued my interest: http://www.denver.org/denverrestaurant/Menus/Menu.aspx?id=768&c=yes

The enchiladas sound pretty rad

MMMMMM Enchis, i'm a sucker for good enchiladas.

[hurley842002]

I think they used to be better. It seems lately all their meet is really dry to me

we normally go there at least every other weekend, and have gone there the last 3 Saturdays in a row, lol. I normally get the #1 (1/2 rack ribs and Smoked beef), it's always been AWESOME, this past Saturday I got the #2 (1/2 rack ribs and Smoked Pork), the Pork was a bit dry, and not nearly as good as the beef, may not get that again. In the even that I get burnt out on the #1 (not likely), they cook a REALLY good steak.

[KevDen2005]

It has been a while since I have gone so maybe I should give it another chance. Plus I am now drooling after reading about all that food

[THe Yetti]

4th st chophouse in Loveleand. Aged New york strip with fried red onions and butter. Best steak I've found, not the cheapest, but not really pricey for a steakhouse. BBQ must be personal taste, I don't like the rib house much, but hickory house is great. Too far away though.

[hurley842002]

BBQ must be personal taste, I don't like the rib house much, but hickory house is great.

I agree, BBQ must be personal taste. I've never been a big rib fan, until Hickory House came into my life [Tooth], some on here don't like it, however most that have tried it do. I swear i'm going to see a fight there one of these nights, the way some folks race up to the door, IT'S NOT THAT SERIOUS FOLKS! Entertaining tho.

[Ah Pook]

La Loma, Lola or Patzcuaro's for "southern food" for me.

Favorite places in west Denver;

La Loma
Rosalindas
Julia Blackbirds

[WooHoo]

[newracer]

Moe's BBQ is awesome!!!

[porfiriozg]

a few places in Colorado Springs

the fire house
alfonsos
rudy's

[sagebrush]

Famous Daves Bbq !!!

I-25 And NortH Academy Next To Cracker Barrel Restraunt

Totalllllly Frigggggin Awesome !!!

[hurley842002]

rudy's

I've said it once, but i'll say it again, BIG fan of Rudy's. I've also heard good things about the firehouse, still need to try it.

[Irving]

Famous Daves Bbq !!!

I-25 And NortH Academy Next To Cracker Barrel Restraunt

Totalllllly Frigggggin Awesome !!!
Aren't there Famous Daves all over the place?

[hurley842002]

Aren't there Famous Daves all over the place?

I know of the one in the Springs, one South of I70 off of Quebec, and a new one just built near Arapahoe and Parker.

[Irving]

Yeah, I know I've been to the one on Quebec. Tastes like every other barbeque I've ever had.

[KevDen2005]

Don't know if anyone posted about The Athenian yet. It's Greek on Iliff and Chambers (SE Corner). Little pricey, Soon-to-be wife and I went there, with appetizer and dessert was $60. Really awesome Gyro meet and amazing fried custard. We actually got a really big sampler platter and two desserts so it will probable be a little cheaper normally. Lived down the road from it for 3 years and now I can't wait to get it again.

[ChunkyMonkey]

America bar & grill used to be our back office. The Athenian is right behind the parking lot. It has been there for at least 8 years - and nope I have never tried them. Now that you said it, maybe this weekend!

[KevDen2005]

I think American Bar and Grill has some pretty good wings and burgers too.

[MONTROSE1911]

If you like Vietnamese try, New Saigon! Amazingly good and cheap!

http://www.newsaigon.com/

[funkfool]

Wings...
O'Furry's (http://www.ofurrys.com/)(on Filmore) in Colorado Spring has some of the best wings in C.S. - IMHO (also - used to have them on sale on Saturdays?)

Carlos Miguels - good Yucatan stye Mexican food - (If you like spicy...try the Camarones el Yucatecos - shrimp with habenero cream sauce)

[BigMat]

I'll throw my hat in on this one

Food + Beer - The Bull and Bush has been nothing but good so far.

Wings - The Irish hound, they are crazy good, not very spicy though

Hippie food - Mod Market has been good stuff, and the quality is top notch.

Pho - I have like Pho Duy, there are two, but I've only been to the one on Federal.

Steak - the Neighborhood Resturant in Arvada has been really good, and its an out of the way locals only type of place. They have a peppercorn steak thats one of my wifes favorite things.

Bakery - Rhinelander Bakery FTW.

[hurley842002]

I actually tried Famous Dave's for the second time, in the Springs this weekend. It was actually better than I remember. Still not quite Hickory House, but good enough i'll likely go back in the near future.

[ghettodub]

Went here on Friday for the first time

http://www.abruscis.com/

Food was a lot better than I thought it would be. I expected that kinda crappy, kinda awesome mom and pop place food, and it was a lot better than that. Nice that they have a lot of options for gluten free and non meat dishes

[killarney]

Never tried that place, what kind of food is it?

The most recent place I went to was Pho 95 on Federal. Best pho place in Denver IMO
I know this thread is old as hell but try pho duy next to the kfc on federal. the place is usually packed with locals around lunch and dinner time but that is always a good sign. if anyone likes Japanese food try kiki's on colorado blvd. many items under or right around ten dollars. this isn't the typical tempura, sushi and teriyaki place. It has authentic Japanese home style dishes at a reasonable price and the head cook is actually Japanese! something rare in Colorado.

[jetsiphon]

How is it that Q 4 U up in Frisco hasn't had a mention?

[ChunkyMonkey]

How is it that Q 4 U up in Frisco hasn't had a mention?

Is it the same Q4U in Salt Lake City?

[jetsiphon]

Is it the same Q4U in Salt Lake City?

Fantastic question........that I have no answer for.

[summitskier]

Fantastic question........that I have no answer for.

It is not the same. The owners of the one in Frisco are usually working there and are very nice. I've been going there since they opened ~10 years ago and still haven't found better burnt ends anywhere.

I love places like this run by locals in Summit. I try and stop by every time I'm up there. Their prices are a bit on the high side but I like to see them staying in business. Another place to try while in Frisco is across the street in between Walmart and Safeway, place called FoodHedz. Former Keystone Ranch chef runs the places and uses local ingredients. I think it's the most underrated place in Summit and again, always like supporting the local places.

[djjames]

Aurora:

+1 to The Athenian. They're amazing people and the food is more than 2 people should be able to eat per plate. They also have Greek beer, which for us Hopsters is pretty awesome.

Also, there's a Pho place just north of University hospital on Peoria, on the west side of the street that's absolutely to die for. I don't remember the name but they're amazing. Looks like a little hole in the wall place.

Piper Inn on Iliff and Parker has always had the best wings I've ever had.

Sushi Katsuya- ALL YOU CAN EAT SUSHI...sound bad?! Well it's made to order like any other sushi bar and it's $26pp for dinner. Absolutely fantastic sushi and service is very decent. I recommend hitting it either early or late dinner and not in the middle of the rush. Takes a long time when you go during dinner rush. My wife and I go there at least once a month.

Hana Sushi is on Quincy & Buckley and if one of the 2 owners are there's it's absolutely amazing and rivals Sonoda's...if not, go for happy hour $1/piece.

Dragon Boat Sushi off Iliff and I-225 delivers Sushi all the way to us at almost Tower and Hampden and it's pretty decent. Of course I've had better but for a sushi delivery place it's pretty amazing. I recommend the Raising Sun Roll.

Armando's- Just west of Smoky Hill and Buckley on the North side of the road has the best Italian food for the town hands down. Service and recovery makes it better. I've eaten there so much I've had mess ups and they've always been fixed without an issue and usually have something comp'd w/o asking for it. They also have ridiculous pizza for carry out.

Pitchers off Mexico and Chambers (NE corner) actually has some pretty good breakfast. Also, their chicken philly is pretty good too.

Massino's by Albertson's on Buckley and Mississippi has amazing food if the owner is working...normally during the day. I used to order delivery pizza because their spicy chicken pizza was something out of this world but I think they got too busy and the owner cut back his own hours and hired some morons to run nights. I bet they unfortunately lost a lot of business. Nonetheless, their lunch still stays a top in my eyes.

Dumitri's off Jewell & Havana has to be a staple around here for breakfast. The owner always floats around there and will help no matter how busy he is. Unfortunately, I think the cooks have gone down hill the last couple times I eaten there and I expect them to be gone shortly. Sad to say, but if there's an issue with a place I drop $30 biweekly I make sure the owner knows my thoughts. Especially since I've been coming there for about 20 years.

Dry-Dock Brewery- SW corner of Hampden and Chambers. They have no food...but you are welcome to bring some in and even order pizza and stuff there...I've done it. They've won many awards for their beer and have a brew shop attached to it for us homebrewers. Amazing beer, decent service, but knowledgeable folks and hell...can't beat a great beer. [Beer]

-DJ

[ghettodub]

Trying to think where I've been lately that is post worthy...

Ah, Euclid Hall (http://euclidhall.com/) on 14th street between Market and Larimer. Same chef that runs Bistro Vendome and Rioja.

Very different food than at her other two places; Euclid Hall is more like high end pub fare.

Best thing I had on the menu there: the Bratwurst burger. All pork, so I was able to eat it. Damn, that thing was good. The lamb poutine is amazing too...

Not sure if anyone else is on Yelp, but I post a lot about where I go on there. Here's my link if anyone else uses it

ghettodub.yelp.com (http://ghettodub.yelp.com)

[Delfuego]

Piper Inn on Iliff and Parker has always had the best wings I've ever hadYou got that right! Best Wings for sure! And all the Chinese food there is really good! Sounds weird but try it...


Dumitri's off Jewell & HavanaBest Eggs Benedict in town for sure! I cant comment on any recent quality issues, I moved further away and haven't been back in a while. Dumitri is a great guy and probably the biggest hockey fan in Denver.

[funkfool]

Had another great 14oz filet at The Famous Steakhouse (http://www.thefamoussteakhouse.net/) in the Springs...
Took the wife there for our 2nd anniversary last week and it was great...
The steaks are always perfect.
(And for the price... they d*mn well better be!)

[mevshooter]

Not sure if any has mentioned it, and no, I didn't feel like going through 13 pages to find out [Tooth]

This is the second time I have eaten there, but the wife and I went there on Friday for her birthday dinner (1 day early) and holy crap... do I eat myself sick every time. It's just too great, and the essentially buffet style, without being crappy buffet foods, is pretty much amazing.

It's similar to Rodizio, if you haven't been to Texas de Brazil. It's in Northfield stapleton behind the Macy's, and if you sign up for your birthday and anniversary, they send you a two for one coupon. Pretty incredible meal for a great price.

Highly recommend it.

[colorider]

Went here on Friday for the first time

http://www.abruscis.com/

Food was a lot better than I thought it would be. I expected that kinda crappy, kinda awesome mom and pop place food, and it was a lot better than that. Nice that they have a lot of options for gluten free and non meat dishes


The owner is a close personal friend of mine. !! He is a great guy and his wife works the front most the time. He has spent a lot of time getting a good gluten free menu going. Glad you liked it. I will let him know when I am there this week having lunch.

[ghettodub]

The owner is a close personal friend of mine. !! He is a great guy and his wife works the front most the time. He has spent a lot of time getting a good gluten free menu going. Glad you liked it. I will let him know when I am there this week having lunch.

good deal! My brother has been going there for ever, and he took us there. I look forward to going there again

[USMC 2111]

pho duy in Greeley is great. If your ever up this way.

[roberth]

How is it that Q 4 U up in Frisco hasn't had a mention?

I ate there a couple of weeks ago, friendly folks and good chow.

[Eggysrun]

Front Range BBQ is really good, over 100 beer selections too (lots of micro brews)

Craftwood Inn in Manitou Springs is probally the best resteraunt in the COS area. It's pricey, but the food is outstanding. Lots of Colorado "game" meats cooked perfectly.

[Ronin13]

Like game, have extra to spend on a meal? The Fort, pricey but damn good food, love the rattlesnake appetizer and the wild boar is delicious.

If you're ever in Evergreen 2 great places to check out- Tuscany Tavern, best Italian Food this side of Lakewood, and The Wood Cellar- great all American food and their "Adult Mac&Cheese" is one of the best dishes... both pretty decent on price, won't make you put the house up to afford it.

[ghettodub]

Tuscany Tavern is pretty decent. My mom/our paint store did all the painting in there.

Back in the day, my favourite pizza was up in that neck of the woods, too. Guido's in Genessee.

The Wildflower Cafe in downtown Evergreen was always awesome breakfast too

[Ronin13]

Tuscany Tavern is pretty decent. My mom/our paint store did all the painting in there.

Back in the day, my favourite pizza was up in that neck of the woods, too. Guido's in Genessee.

The Wildflower Cafe in downtown Evergreen was always awesome breakfast too

Oh yeah, forgot about your parents pain business... I know the owner personally- Rick, he's a former NFL player, but shhh, he played for the Raiders before a short stint with the Broncos.
Wildflower still has awesome breakfast, and try the Man-Mosas... change your perspective on breakfast alcohol.

[mcantar18c]

Santa Fe Bar & Tavern at Santa Fe and 13th in Denver. Good tasting food, good prices on food, decent prices on drinks.

[Hoser]

I ended up spending this past Thursday up in Denver. Did the usual stuff; hit several of the gun shops and spent some $$$, visited my gunsmith, Lowry Airplane museum, ect.

The highlight of the day was having lunch with one of my best friends at the Perfect Landing restaurant at the Centennial Airport. I didnt even know the restaurant existed, her idea.

We made reservations for a window seat and while the place was packed, the table was waiting for us.

Lots of cool airplane stuff on the walls and it overlooks the executive ramp so you get to watch all the big wigs come and go.

And the food was excellent, not the usual FBO gag-and-puke or vending machine fare.

http://www.theperfectlanding.com

[Elhuero]

very cool.

[copfish]

Their menu suprised me too. Their corned beef hash and eggs was awesome! Pueblo Municipal Airport has a great cafe too. Try their version of the slopper.

[spleify]

Good restaurant, been there a number of times. I have some customers at the airport there.

[sniper7]

I ended up spending this past Thursday up in Denver. Did the usual stuff; hit several of the gun shops and spent some $$$, visited my gunsmith, Lowry Airplane museum, ect.

The highlight of the day was having lunch with one of my best friends at the Perfect Landing restaurant at the Centennial Airport. I dint even know the restaurant existed, her idea.

We made reservations for a window seat and while the place was packed, the table was waiting for us.

Lots of cool airplane stuff on the walls and it overlooks the executive ramp so you get to watch all the big wigs come and go.

And the food was excellent, not the usual FBO gag-and-puke or vending machine fare.

http://www.theperfectlanding.com

I loved going there! great food and I love the view[Beer]

need to get over there some time

[Drilldov2.0]

Got my ticket at Centennial. Good french dip at the Landing. Spent lots of time there after training flights.

[Big Wall]

I take my boys there once in a while. They love to watch the planes while we eat breakfast. I've never had their lunch or dinner food but have heard it is great.

[jackthewall81]

had all you could eat lobster one time, clean shop and after 2 hours they were out of lobster. best 80 bucks of my life.

[SuperiorDG]

Used to eat lunch there when I worked near by. Good healthy food. Got to sit next to Pat Bowlen once, it was pretty cool.

[TriggerHappy]

When I worked at APA (Centennial airport) I ate there at least once a week. Good food. This winter Jim will probably run the weeknight special again. Its $25-30 for 2 including a bottle of wine. Its all a pretty good menu. Thier lunch sandwich with soup is one of the best deals.

[tmleadr03]

I have a buddy who is a private pilot and we used to rent a plane and head to another airport for lunch. Worked out great. Amazing but airport food is great, when it is the small airports.

[Bowtie]

We go for sunday brunch. I love sitting there and watching the planes.

[DeadElephant]

Its a favorite. Their specials on Thursdays can't be beat.

[jackthewall81]

Papa Ramono's, Cozmos, Islands, Cheba Hut and breakfast burritos from Big City Burrito.

[Ah Pook]

Papa Ramono's, Cozmos, Islands, Cheba Hut and breakfast burritos from Big City Burrito.
And why are any of these better than McDonalds? :confused:
[PizzaHut]

[dorsum]

Nono's at SantaFe and County line has great Cajun style food. The best shrimp po boy I have had in a long time.

[JoeT]

has Hideaway Steakhouse (112 and Zuni?) in Westminster had mention yet? I've been a couple times, and been "wowed" both times

good beef (and other stuff) cooked over lump wood not gas. a little pricey for the suburbs of denver. I met the owners a few times before they opened, real good people and a talented chef that likes "local" products

[bameverden]

Anyone been to Tequila Joes in Parker? My wife found restaurant.com and it a good deal if your going all out, app. and desert, but read the fine print before you get anything.

[jackthewall81]

And why are any of these better than McDonalds? :confused:
[PizzaHut]
Um.. Cause they taste better?

[Elhuero]

so about a week or so ago went with folks to this place called cafe el paso on north nevada. for some reason the folks love it.

sucked bigtime. fitly, bad food. I've seen truck stops better.

saw a blurb in the gazette online yesterday that said they're closing down to focus on making their "famous" salsa.

gratifying to see a place that gave you a lousy meal closing.

good mexican in the springs = pueblo viejo.

[soldier-of-the-apocalypse]

the peper pod in hudson has some good ole boy down home cookin they cook a pretty mean steak also and the soups are awesome

[chshrct]

the peper pod in hudson has some good ole boy down home cookin they cook a pretty mean steak also and the soups are awesome

Agree! The last time I was there (regrettably it's been a year or more) I had their prime rib... love it. Like butter!

[DeadElephant]

the peper pod in hudson has some good ole boy down home cookin they cook a pretty mean steak also and the soups are awesome

You'll see me there every dove season. Its our standard meet location for years.

[steincj]

Not too many mentions of pizza . . . For what it's worth, I manage all 9 Borriello Brothers locations, and my father is a co-owner. I know the Springs folks will have more to say than Denver, as we only have one loaction up there, but I would love a little feedback, good or bad.

I have always tried to keep my affiliation under wraps, but when BlasterBob came back after a FTF deal and brought his wife up from Trinidad to have a pie, I realized that this forum is more than just about guns.

So what does everyone think about the pizza?

[JoeT]

Not too many mentions of pizza . . . For what it's worth, I manage all 9 Borriello Brothers locations,

So what does everyone think about the pizza?


I've never been, so I can't really comment. But I noticed on the website you say "authentic New York style"....is it really? I've noticed since moving here from the east coast, Colorado's idea of New York Style, and actual New York style are VERY different.

I haven't had great pizza, Italian, or seafood or Chinese food in over a year.

[Elhuero]

Not too many mentions of pizza . . . For what it's worth, I manage all 9 Borriello Brothers locations, and my father is a co-owner. I know the Springs folks will have more to say than Denver, as we only have one loaction up there, but I would love a little feedback, good or bad.

I have always tried to keep my affiliation under wraps, but when BlasterBob came back after a FTF deal and brought his wife up from Trinidad to have a pie, I realized that this forum is more than just about guns.

So what does everyone think about the pizza?


I looked it up and that's the place I've been seeing every day on my drive to school. been meaning to try it, will do that next week.

[ghettodub]

Not too many mentions of pizza . . . For what it's worth, I manage all 9 Borriello Brothers locations, and my father is a co-owner. I know the Springs folks will have more to say than Denver, as we only have one loaction up there, but I would love a little feedback, good or bad.

I have always tried to keep my affiliation under wraps, but when BlasterBob came back after a FTF deal and brought his wife up from Trinidad to have a pie, I realized that this forum is more than just about guns.

So what does everyone think about the pizza?

Never tried before, but I'll have to the next time I'm in the Springs.

For Denver area pizza, well, I really don't eat it too much. But back in the day, Guido's in Genesse and Famous on Broadway were my two favourite.

Gotta be NY style too; can't stand any other. I like giant foldable greasy slices. If the grease doesn't hit your elbow, it's not good pizza

[steincj]

I've never been, so I can't really comment. But I noticed on the website you say "authentic New York style"....is it really? I've noticed since moving here from the east coast, Colorado's idea of New York Style, and actual New York style are VERY different.

I haven't had great pizza, Italian, or seafood or Chinese food in over a year.

Well, the first 22 years of my life were in New York, and my cousin owned a pizzeria in the Hamptons I used to work at in the summertime. We do things the same here as I did back there. The owners are all New Yorkers. It's the real thing.

In Lakewood, our customers love the pizza, but keep coming back for the dinners and salads. They tell us that there aren't many good real Italian places around, so we fit the bill for them.


I looked it up and that's the place I've been seeing every day on my drive to school. been meaning to try it, will do that next week.

We have a drive thru in Denver, too, a first for us. It's working out real well, hot slices all day.

[zteknik]

Who makes the best chilli dogs out there? :D

[JoeT]

mustard's last stand has great dogs

[theGinsue]

Not too many mentions of pizza . . . For what it's worth, I manage all 9 Borriello Brothers locations, and my father is a co-owner. I know the Springs folks will have more to say than Denver, as we only have one loaction up there, but I would love a little feedback, good or bad.

I have always tried to keep my affiliation under wraps, but when BlasterBob came back after a FTF deal and brought his wife up from Trinidad to have a pie, I realized that this forum is more than just about guns.

So what does everyone think about the pizza?
I like Borriello Bros, but the tomato slices put me off a bit (I like tomato on my pizza, just not slices). What I do really like is the BIG pizza. I've had enough of these 10" "Large" pizza's from places. A 16"'er, now THAT is a pizza.

My wife, son, and daughter all LOVE Borriello Bros.

For reference: We live out by the #2 store off of Barnes & Oro Blanco.


[ETA: Ah crud, I just responded to a 6 month old post]

[Jer]

Speaking of pizza.. If you're ever in Fort Collins hit up Pandhandler's Pizza on Elizabeth over by campus. It's SO damn good. They have VERY thick and yummy crust with big chunky man-size toppings. They have a lunch special where you can get two slices (this will conquer all but the heartiest of appetites) and a drink for around $6 which is a great price for what you get. We were just talking about this place yesterday and this post about pizza above reminded me about it.

[zteknik]

mustard's last stand has great dogs
Good to know!
Wheres it located?
I know one of the few things I will miss about New York is the great dogs,and of course the pizza.
One of the local pizza shops here is ran by Albanian brothers and it's some of the best I ever had!!!

[blacklabel]

My vote for Sanford's was lost. There's one in Fort Collins on College. I've only had one item there, the Big Country. It's a burger with ranch, onion rings and pepper jack. It's the bomb. Haha.

[JoeT]

Good to know!
Wheres it located?
I know one of the few things I will miss about New York is the great dogs,and of course the pizza.
One of the local pizza shops here is ran by Albanian brothers and it's some of the best I ever had!!!


Mustards last stand
1719 Broadway St
Boulder, CO 80302

Mustards last stand II
2081 S University Blvd
Denver, CO 80210

[TS12000]

Mustards last stand
1719 Broadway St
Boulder, CO 80302

Mustards last stand II
2081 S University Blvd
Denver, CO 80210

I worked the Taste of Colorado with them a few years ago, I love that place

[jplove71]

If any of you ever visit Scottsdale, AZ, in the future, be sure to stop by Randy's Restaurant (http://randysrestaurantaz.com/). I have known the owner's, Randy and Andrea, for over 20 years and they are great people. Their daughter, Angie, has taken over running the restaurant and it's only getting better.

If you're in the mood for deli style food, I highly recommend Casella's Deli (https://www.google.com/search?q=casella%27s+deli&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a#hl=en&safe=off&client=firefox-a&hs=QFF&rls=org.mozilla:en-US%3Aofficial&sclient=psy-ab&q=casella%27s%20italian%20delicatessen%20scottsdal e&oq=casella%27s%20italian%20&aq=1&aqi=g4&aql=&gs_l=serp.11.1.0l4.14895.16745.0.17721.8.1.0.7.7.0 .137.137.0j1.1.0...0.0.63tCsklAHVU&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.,cf.osb&fp=c7cf50129cd3da3c&biw=1200&bih=894&pf=p&pdl=300). The owners, Joe and Tina, have been in business at the same location for the past 35 years. Everything is made fresh daily and their meatball sandwich is delicious!

[zteknik]

Mustards last stand
1719 Broadway St
Boulder, CO 80302

Mustards last stand II
2081 S University Blvd
Denver, CO 80210
I'll make sure to stop there on my way through.

[geo351]

went to flemings on saturday, The GF's B day, I tell ya what great service, best potatoes i have ever had, Great steaks excellant follow up, I would go again!!
only draw back, price 138 for 2 plus tip, but man I would put it up against delfrisco's, the broker, mortons, great experience!!

[GilpinGuy]

went to flemings on saturday, The GF's B day, I tell ya what great service, best potatoes i have ever had, Great steaks excellant follow up, I would go again!!
only draw back, price 138 for 2 plus tip, but man I would put it up against delfrisco's, the broker, mortons, great experience!!

I'm thinking of taking my wife here for our 1st wedding anniversary in a few weeks.

[Delfuego]

They just opened a Steak & Shake by my house in Englewood! Long wait times though...

[theGinsue]

Steak & Shake in CO? My wife will be having a fit to go there.

Bean crock!

(for those unfamiliar with S&S commercials, they always end them with saying "bean crock".)

[pookawa]

Opus restaurant in Littleton (moving soon to cherry creek). very classy (and the bill to match). good for special occasions.

[jscwerve]

They just opened a Steak & Shake by my house in Englewood! Long wait times though...

Finally ate at that place a couple of weeks ago. I don't know what all the fuss was about. The food was good, I'll give you that, but it isn't worth waiting for an hour for it. I'll take 5 guys or Freddy's over steak & shake any day of the week.


And on another dining adventure........

DO NOT eat at the Taco House in Littleton. The lady wanted to go to Taco House a few weeks ago because she hadn't been there in years, I've never been. I thought to my self "hmm, place is CALLED Taco House, they probably have some pretty good tacos". That was my first mistake. Ordered the "beef" tacos (and I use the term loosly). The "beef" (that should really be in double quotes) was the consistency of toothpaste and tasted horrible. It was like if you took some grond beef, put it in a food processor with some smelly garbage and mixed it up. It was a 3 taco plate, I powered through almost 2 of them before I gave up.
Mistake #2: "maybe the chicken tacos are better!!" No. No they aren't. The chicken had absolutely zero flavor at all. As in, boil the chicken in unseasoned water, put nothing on it, chop it up, put it on a taco. Disgusting. The GF ordered a chile relleno. It was good.

It's the most disgusting Mexican food I've ever tasted. The mystery meat off the street vendors in Tijuana tastes better. Yes, I have eaten the mystery meat in TJ.

Next time I want Mexican fast food I'll just go to El Chubby's. I know what I'm getting there.

[02ducky]

If you guys like Vietnamese food, try New Siagon on Ferderal and Alameda.

[Bailey Guns]

New favorite BBQ place: Nordy's in Loveland. I'd kill for a plate full of BBQ from that place.

Wife and I have a lunch date planned for Mon. We're gonna try the Sherpa House in Golden. Anyone been there?

[blacklabel]

New favorite BBQ place: Nordy's in Loveland. I'd kill for a plate full of BBQ from that place.

Ohh hell yes. I'd sell important parts of my body for their brisket & smoked sausage sandwich.

[Jer]

Nordy's $9.99 lunch buffet FTW!

[Bailey Guns]

Big thumbs up for Sherpa House. Went Mon...had the lunch buffet. Wife bought a $20 Groupon for $10. Lunch bill came to $1.52 minus tip.

Outstanding food. Can't wait to go back for dinner and try some yak.

Nordy's is, in my opinion, the best BBQ in the state. Serious Texas BBQ is a fairly close second.

[dubseven]

If you guys like Vietnamese food, try New Siagon on Ferderal and Alameda.

I eat at New Saigon all the time - hands down the best Viet in Denver. All my Viet buddies eat there.

[Holger Danske]

Has anybody been to Freddies Steak Burgers in Monument? Great burgers and custard.

[swat64]

I'll add Jim -N- Nicks at Northfield across the parking lot from Bass Pro. On weekends they have a smoked prime rib. Awesome. Get there early to get yours. The rest of the menu is pretty good for a chain.

[JoeT]

new breakfast/lunch place in Westminster.

120th and Bradburn

Early Bird Restaurant... great food, great ingredients and great people own it (husband and wife, one a chef from the St Julian the other a Chef at the Omni)

[Old Seadog]

Anyone tried the Ol Miners Steakhouse in Gunnison? Great food and very reasonable.I eat there every time I'm in town.

[soldier-of-the-apocalypse]

I'll add Jim -N- Nicks at Northfield across the parking lot from Bass Pro. On weekends they have a smoked prime rib. Awesome. Get there early to get yours. The rest of the menu is pretty good for a chain.


I was just about to put this up great ribs and awesome smoked wings

[Robby30-06]

Has anybody been to Freddies Steak Burgers in Monument? Great burgers and custard.
I didn't know of the one in Monument.....I eat at the one in Littleton (Belleview bet. Santa Fe and Federal) and I love it. I'll try Monument today on my way down south......thanks :)

[kj4963]

I'll add Jim -N- Nicks at Northfield across the parking lot from Bass Pro. On weekends they have a smoked prime rib. Awesome. Get there early to get yours. The rest of the menu is pretty good for a chain.
Have not tried the prime rib, love the brisket though!

[Southbridge]

If you guys like Vietnamese food, try New Siagon on Ferderal and Alameda.

I've never personally eaten there but my friends love it.

[Ghosty]

I must be going to the wrong Pho places. I go very occasionally with co-workers for lunch, every single one seems exactly the same as all the rest. Kinda like most Chinese places. How are the various ones in Thornton? I live in Denver & Thornton, these my favorites:

-- Steak (high-end): The Chophouse downtown. Wow, awesome. Also if you love Filet Mignon, their large size is seriously the size of your foot, NOT kidding. I couldn't finish it, after the great apps, incl. free jalapeno cornbread app w/ whipped honeybutter. Another app I love there is the Seasonal Artisinal Platter. Lots of fancy cheeses, sausage, nuts, olives, etc. Great for a group to try bunch of tasty different things. A little pricey though.

-- Italian: We love Patsy's near I-25 & 38th (downtown but west side of highway). Mom & pop type neighborhood restaurant. But great food, great service, cozy, date material for sure.

-- Indian: Taj Majal III in Lousville. It's a drive, but totally worth. The food is the best Indian in the area for sure, we've tried many. Try the Chicken Tikka Masala and Saag Paneer. Ask for extra spicy if you prefer, turns out amazing. Jewel of India near 104th & Federal is also pretty good. Both have very nice interior and decorating.

-- Tapas (Spanish/Mediterranean): In Boulder, The Med on Pearl St. Mall, try the patio when the weather's right. The Ninth Door downtown Denver, try the Sangria.

-- Mongolian BBQ: BD's Mongolian Grill downtown Denver. Big buffet tables of fresh meats, veggies, toppings, sauces. You build your own bowl, then they stirfry it on a huge fry table.

-- Brats, incl. various game: Biker Jim's Bratwursts downtown, also has a cart that travels around. Try the Jalapeno Cheddar Elk Bratwurst, SICK! *drool*

-- Mexican: Mexico City downtown, try the Fried Tacos, never seen them anywhere else. Santiago's breakfast burritos (various locations). Blue Bonnet (patio too), Broadway, just south of downtown. Benny's, near 8th & Grant, awesome chili rellenos (huge) w/ VERY hot green chili.

[Ronin13]

-- Steak (high-end): The Chophouse downtown. Wow, awesome. Also if you love Filet Mignon, their large size is seriously the size of your foot, NOT kidding. I couldn't finish it, after the great apps, incl. free jalapeno cornbread app w/ whipped honeybutter. Another app I love there is the Seasonal Artisinal Platter. Lots of fancy cheeses, sausage, nuts, olives, etc. Great for a group to try bunch of tasty different things. A little pricey though.

-- Mexican: Mexico City downtown, try the Fried Tacos, never seen them anywhere else. Santiago's breakfast burritos (various locations). Blue Bonnet (patio too), Broadway, just south of downtown. Benny's, near 8th & Grant, awesome chili rellenos (huge) w/ VERY hot green chili.
+1 For Chophouse, I love that place... But, I will raise you one- Kittredge has perhaps the best bang for your buck steakhouse, Black Hat Cattle Co. Their steaks are comparable to Chophouse and Elway's, but the prices aren't nearly as high.
As far as Mexican, my absolute, hands down favorite is Tafolino's Mexican Restaurant on Youngsfield and 20th (over near Applejack's Liquor in Lakewood- 32nd & Youngsfield exit, I-70). Seriously, this is food to write home about!

I'll add- Wings: Wing Wagon, Conifer, CO! Best hot wings you'll ever have (and the hottest)... Try the Suicide line, goes up to 20. For reference, BWW "Blazin'" are about Suicide 16 or so... The owner is awesome too, for a Patriots fan.

[Zundfolge]

Has anybody been to Freddies Steak Burgers in Monument? Great burgers and custard.

Being originally from Wichita, Kansas I can attest to the goodness that is Freddies. There's a couple down here in The Springs now too.


Also, new little diner opened up at 31st and Colorado called "The Dive" (its where Vietnamese Garden used to be). Haven't eaten there yet myself, but many of my neighbors have and they all rave about its classic diner fare.

[Jer]

Freddy's just opened up in Loveland out on highway 34 and I'm anxious to try it. Those that have been there: What are some must-try-items?

[dtbighit]

i have to disagree with Blue Bonnet,the food is horrible,i would almost say Casa Bonita esque,i was there a few months ago,ordered cheese enchiladas,well i had to send it back because it was frozen in the middle,yes frozen..

[fairrpe86]

Anybody else been to Rocky Mountain Chili Bowl (http://www.rockymountainchilibowl.com) at 35th and Quebec?? Good stuff, they make good green chili and haven't found anywhere else that does what they do.

[colorider]

+1 For Chophouse, I love that place... But, I will raise you one- Kittredge has perhaps the best bang for your buck steakhouse, Black Hat Cattle Co. Their steaks are comparable to Chophouse and Elway's, but the prices aren't nearly as high.
As far as Mexican, my absolute, hands down favorite is Tafolino's Mexican Restaurant on Youngsfield and 20th (over near Applejack's Liquor in Lakewood- 32nd & Youngsfield exit, I-70). Seriously, this is food to write home about!

Be EXTREMELY careful when using a credit card to pay at Tafolinos. On 2 seperate occasions the wait staff purchased airline tickets to Mexico on customer's credit cards. Happened to 1 family member and one good friend. Pay with cash.!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[MileHighOutlaw]

I must be going to the wrong Pho places. I go very occasionally with co-workers for lunch, every single one seems exactly the same as all the rest. Kinda like most Chinese places. How are the various ones in Thornton?

-- Mongolian BBQ: BD's Mongolian Grill downtown Denver. Big buffet tables of fresh meats, veggies, toppings, sauces. You build your own bowl, then they stirfry it on a huge fry table.

-- Brats, incl. various game: Biker Jim's Bratwursts downtown, also has a cart that travels around. Try the Jalapeno Cheddar Elk Bratwurst, SICK! *drool*


BD's has got to be the best hands down Mongolian BBQ in the state. I have eaten at a few but nothing compares to these guy's.

Biker Jim has been a friend of mine for many years. He started out as a street vender on 16tth st mall and branched out to a full on shop. He has been voted the #1 hot dog stand in Denver many times over. I agree the Jalapeno Chedder braut is great but seriously try the pheasant braut!

As far as Pho goes me and my Co workers have tried several and even though they tend to have the sort of same style we all agree that only a few stand out. Pho 559 on Federal and Mississippi is great, Pho 79 on Havana and Mississippi and the Pho on Quebec and Illiff are the best.

[Ghosty]

But, I will raise you one- Kittredge has perhaps the best bang for your buck steakhouse, Black Hat Cattle Co. Their steaks are comparable to Chophouse and Elway's, but the prices aren't nearly as high. As far as Mexican, my absolute, hands down favorite is Tafolino's Mexican Restaurant on Youngsfield and 20th (over near Applejack's Liquor in Lakewood- 32nd & Youngsfield exit, I-70). Seriously, this is food to write home about!
I'll need to try those! I love a good steak, but not at "business traveler / tourist prices"!


i have to disagree with Blue Bonnet,the food is horrible,i would almost say Casa Bonita esque,i was there a few months ago,ordered cheese enchiladas,well i had to send it back because it was frozen in the middle,yes frozen..
Damn, haven't been in over a year, do the same two old ladies own it? Wonder if it's gone downhill. I know I never got their enchiladas, and I never let them put red sauce on it, prefer green chili.


Be EXTREMELY careful when using a credit card to pay at Tafolinos. On 2 seperate occasions the wait staff purchased airline tickets to Mexico on customer's credit cards. Happened to 1 family member and one good friend. Pay with cash.!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow, NOTED. Wonder how many got away with it because people don't check their checking account in this day and age of Debit cards making everything too easy...


Biker Jim has been a friend of mine for many years. He started out as a street vender on 16tth st mall and branched out to a full on shop. He has been voted the #1 hot dog stand in Denver many times over. I agree the Jalapeno Chedder braut is great but seriously try the pheasant braut!
I'll have to try the Pheasant, was just too shy with game meats, heh. Yeah that's how we found Jim's, his cart on 16th St. Mall, then again on Saturday night at 1-2am after the bars, down off Wyncoop & 19th.

[bear71]

BBQ! I really like Boney's BBQ on Champa and 16th Street Mall. Legit stuff!

[crays]

BD's has got to be the best hands down Mongolian BBQ in the state. I have eaten at a few but nothing compares to these guy's.

As far as Pho goes me and my Co workers have tried several and even though they tend to have the sort of same style we all agree that only a few stand out. Pho 559 on Federal and Mississippi is great, Pho 79 on Havana and Mississippi and the Pho on Quebec and Illiff are the best.

I'll stand by Pho 79 with you. We ate there almost every Tuesday night for almost a year and a half (Right after introducing the little woman to pho, which she LOVES, apparently).
Good Mongo BBQ is hard to find. I haven't tried BD's but will give it a shot. We don't get downtown much lately.

[Dave]

I haven't been to BD's here in Colorado, but there are a few in Michigan like Portage Ann Arbor and Dearborn I have been to and really liked. I'll head downtown and check out the one here.

For pork brats I usually just hit up Bender's in Aurora. I used to live right at 6th and Chambers near their original location and went there when I had classes at CCA.

[soldier-of-the-apocalypse]

http://www.theasiancajun.com/

HOLY FUCKING SHIT!!!!!!!!!!! this place is so good best craw fish ive ever had and I used to live in Louisiana

[ChunkyMonkey]

http://www.theasiancajun.com/

HOLY FUCKING SHIT!!!!!!!!!!! this place is so good best craw fish ive ever had and I used to live in Louisiana

I love their crabs

Ps try their wings.

[roberth]

Had lunch at Benny's on 7th the other day. Pork Carnitas were good. No mexi-cola though.

[Richard K]

If you like pastrami sammiches, the best I've ever had was at the Highland Tavern, 34th & Navajo. The Rueben's looked good too! Go early, got there at 6:00 on a Thursday night and there was a wait line.

[theGinsue]

After seeing a friend post on FB for a new burger joint here in CS, I thought we'd give it a try last night.
The place was Jakes Wayback Burgers (https://www.facebook.com/jakeswaybackburgerscoloradosprings?ref=ts&fref=ts). Their Facebook page has plenty of good reviews, but I suspected while reading them that they're shill posts by the employees.

I had high expectations and was SORELY DISAPPOINTED. They get 1/2 star out of 5!

2 burgers,
2 onion rings
2 "regular" (medium elsewhere) drinks
$21+; serious ouch.

Service was average at best. No friendlier or accommodating than most other places. Only a few other few in the store (no drive-thru, so didn't have to contend with that wait) but we still had more than 10 minutes of waiting for the food. At a psuedo-fast food place this might have been acceptable had the food been prepared well; it wasn't.

My "Double Bacon Jake" was "meh". The meat was dry & only covered 80% the size of the bun. There was a THICK slice of tomato which wasn't 1/2 the size of the overall burger. You should taste all of the toppings in each bite.

They get the 1/2 star because my wife's "Cheeeesy Burger" was very good (I got a couple of bites) - juicy & cheesy.

The onion rings were VERY Overcooked (to a deep chestnut brown) & as such they were extra greasy. I think they double-fried them to reheat them since the burgers took so long. Worst onion rings I've had in a very long time.

Overall the store was clean, but the ketchup bottles on the tables were disgusting.

I think I'll stick with Steak & Shake or Freddy's for old style burgers and pay less for better food. I don't plan to return.

[electronman1729]

Bobs atomic burgers in Golden is Great!
http://bobsatomicburgers.com/bobs-burgers-menu.html

Burgers are real juicy. Lots of grease drippings for the french fries

[02ducky]

Nobody, is eating at good places anymore?

[Great-Kazoo]

Nobody, is eating at good places anymore?

Nobody can afford it. The spouse and i can grill, smoke, stove top or oven, comparable to most eateries. How hard is it to make a burger cooked the way you want, without waiting 10-20 minutes? Ribs, chicken , beef on the smoker, easier at home besides being hit with a $30-50 bill, for 2. Is it nice to enjoy a meal and get away from the homestead, sure. However 2-4X a month is pushing it for us, monetary wise. Even worse we're only 2, how a family of 4 or 5 manage to eat out??

[hurley842002]

Nobody can afford it. The spouse and i can grill, smoke, stove top or oven, comparable to most eateries. How hard is it to make a burger cooked the way you want, without waiting 10-20 minutes? Ribs, chicken , beef on the smoker, easier at home besides being hit with a $30-50 bill, for 2. Is it nice to enjoy a meal and get away from the homestead, sure. However 2-4X a month is pushing it for us, monetary wise. Even worse we're only 2, how a family of 4 or 5 manage to eat out??
Exactly! We used to eat out every weekend, not anymore. Once a month is about it for us, and even that may go away when our next son comes.

[ChuckO]

I always have liked GERMANO's in South Denver

[NFATrustGuy]

6 of us in my family went out to dinner tonight. We had originally planned to go to the Rio in Fort Collins, but they were even more swamped than usual for a Saturday night. We called around and decided to go to BJ's off of Harmony in Fort Collins. I called and put my name in for their call-ahead seating. Was told that it'd be 20-25 minutes before they'd have a table for us. I told the girl that would be perfect timing because we would be driving from Old Town Fort Collins and it'd probably take about that long.

We arrived at BJ's 22 minutes later only to be told that calling ahead actually did nothing for us. We were told that it would be **another** 20-25 minutes. The young gal explained to me that they had my name on the list, but when they were on a "wait", calling ahead does NOTHING!

What the hell? Then why did they tell me it'd be 20-25 minutes? Why didn't she say anything when I told her the timing would be perfect. Why the FUCK did she even take my name down for the call-ahead seating. I think they figured once we drove all the way across town, they'd have us hooked. Well, FUCK 'em. I would've gone down the road to McDonald's before I rewarded this type of behavior.

We ended up at a fairly decent, slightly upscale Mexican food restaurant a little to the west of BJ's.

I will NEVER step foot in a BJ's bar & grill and will tell everyone who asks what a terrible experience I had. They didn't just lose our $150 dinner and drinks tab from THIS evening!

[Artema]

Springs Orleans in downtown Colorado Springs. Not overly expensive, but the blackened alligator is amazing. The crawfish etouffee is incredible too.

[Great-Kazoo]

6 of us in my family went out to dinner tonight. We had originally planned to go to the Rio in Fort Collins, but they were even more swamped than usual for a Saturday night. We called around and decided to go to BJ's off of Harmony in Fort Collins. I called and put my name in for their call-ahead seating. Was told that it'd be 20-25 minutes before they'd have a table for us. I told the girl that would be perfect timing because we would be driving from Old Town Fort Collins and it'd probably take about that long.

We arrived at BJ's 22 minutes later only to be told that calling ahead actually did nothing for us. We were told that it would be **another** 20-25 minutes. The young gal explained to me that they had my name on the list, but when they were on a "wait", calling ahead does NOTHING!

What the hell? Then why did they tell me it'd be 20-25 minutes? Why didn't she say anything when I told her the timing would be perfect. Why the FUCK did she even take my name down for the call-ahead seating. I think they figured once we drove all the way across town, they'd have us hooked. Well, FUCK 'em. I would've gone down the road to McDonald's before I rewarded this type of behavior.

We ended up at a fairly decent, slightly upscale Mexican food restaurant a little to the west of BJ's.

I will NEVER step foot in a BJ's bar & grill and will tell everyone who asks what a terrible experience I had. They didn't just lose our $150 dinner and drinks tab from THIS evening!

Rod the Rio, seriously. ?

[NFATrustGuy]

Rod the Rio, seriously. ?

Yah, I know... My younger brother is a bad influence on me sometimes.

[def90]

Yah, I know... My younger brother is a bad influence on me sometimes.

Awesome margs though.. The bartenders in Boulder know me by name.

sent from a soup can and some string..

[Jer]

6 of us in my family went out to dinner tonight. We had originally planned to go to the Rio in Fort Collins, but they were even more swamped than usual for a Saturday night. We called around and decided to go to BJ's off of Harmony in Fort Collins. I called and put my name in for their call-ahead seating. Was told that it'd be 20-25 minutes before they'd have a table for us. I told the girl that would be perfect timing because we would be driving from Old Town Fort Collins and it'd probably take about that long.

We arrived at BJ's 22 minutes later only to be told that calling ahead actually did nothing for us. We were told that it would be **another** 20-25 minutes. The young gal explained to me that they had my name on the list, but when they were on a "wait", calling ahead does NOTHING!

What the hell? Then why did they tell me it'd be 20-25 minutes? Why didn't she say anything when I told her the timing would be perfect. Why the FUCK did she even take my name down for the call-ahead seating. I think they figured once we drove all the way across town, they'd have us hooked. Well, FUCK 'em. I would've gone down the road to McDonald's before I rewarded this type of behavior.

We ended up at a fairly decent, slightly upscale Mexican food restaurant a little to the west of BJ's.

I will NEVER step foot in a BJ's bar & grill and will tell everyone who asks what a terrible experience I had. They didn't just lose our $150 dinner and drinks tab from THIS evening!

I hate hearing this because BJ's is actually a kick ass place for food, drinks and atmosphere but we've also had some issues that incriminates the management of that place and it's starting to trickle down into the wait staff itself. We've had to call w/issues and talk to two different managers on the phone and get two completely different stories. That's not good and points to poor communication among managers and it's resulting in poor experiences for customers. Fort Collins is fickle when it comes to restaurants because there are so many of them but once the 'newness' of that place wears off and all that's left is bad word-of-mouth they'll be in trouble. No bueno.


Awesome margs though.. The bartenders in Boulder know me by name.

I can one-up that... I used to date one of the twin daughters of the owner of the Fort Collins one. I still have tortilla warmers & ramekins in our cabinet from like 15 years ago. lol

[davsel]

Just had lunch at the Saigon Grill in Colorado Springs.
337 N Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
It was the best Vietnamese food I have ever had.
I have not had Pho, but it is on the menu for my next visit.

The family that owns/runs the place is extremely friendly and accommodating to any changes you want to your meal.

[Great-Kazoo]

Chowed down at Rubbin Buttz BBQ in Milliken today. Haven't been there since new owners took over. Food did not disappoint, chatted with the new owners, seemed sociable AND very gun friendly, as discussed in another thread in GD. Roberth was along for the ride , he agreed it's another place worth stopping in.

[GilpinGuy]

I'm planning on taking my wife to the Briarwood for our anniversary. Anyone been there lately? It used to be awesome, but I haven't been there in several years.

[GilpinGuy]

My wife asked me if I wanted to go to The Fort in Morrison instead of The Briarwood. I'm like "HELL YEAH!".

I've always wanted to go there, but never had the chance.

[GilpinGuy]

So we went to The Fort the other night. Damn good food. A bit pricey, but I expected that. The buffalo rib eye was gigantic and freaking awesome. Duck quesadillas were great too.

I had to try this bourbon concoction that was flavored with hot pepper, tobacco and gun powder. Pretty interesting. Supposedly it was some recipe from the old west days. I had 2 so I guess I liked it. [Beer]

[meatman]

The buffalo rib eye was gigantic and freaking awesome.

Well I would hope so! [Lick]

[TEAMRICO]

My wife took Friday off just to have me take her to The Buckhorn Exchange for lunch. Any recommendations?

[Jer]

My wife took Friday off just to have me take her to The Buckhorn Exchange for lunch. Any recommendations?
Bring lots of money.

Serious though, it's not cheap but one of those things every Colorado resident should do at least once. We went there for our anniversary a couple of years ago and had a fantastic time. Try to eat a many different things as you can and don't go for the usual cuts of meat or even types of meat for that matter. They have some exotic meats the likes of which you won't get anywhere else so go that route. Once you're done with eating head upstairs to see one of the oldest bars in the country that was shipped over from Germany some hundreds of years ago. It's also pretty cool to see Colorado state liquor license #1 hanging on the wall behind it. Have the bar tender mix you up and old fashioned and then chat you up with all the history he knows about the place. While our meal was a great I found that our experience upstairs with the bartender was probably the highlight of our visit.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gmRWucCiK_E/UYdDEF5yohI/AAAAAAAAGQI/pzAMS6FTFVw/s1440/IMAG1190_1.jpg

[MarkCO]

Nobody can afford it. The spouse and i can grill, smoke, stove top or oven, comparable to most eateries. How hard is it to make a burger cooked the way you want, without waiting 10-20 minutes? Ribs, chicken , beef on the smoker, easier at home besides being hit with a $30-50 bill, for 2. Is it nice to enjoy a meal and get away from the homestead, sure. However 2-4X a month is pushing it for us, monetary wise. Even worse we're only 2, how a family of 4 or 5 manage to eat out??

Between my wife and I, we can prepare pretty much anything American, BBQ, Italian better than what we get out and for a lot less.

We do like the Bonefish Grill as we really can't easily beat the taste at home and we leave the kids home. Last night we had chicken/bacon wraps for dinner at the baseball game, made at home and took with. They were great. However my wife is angry since I made a comment to my Mom asking if she had ever made a McDonald's inspired entree.

The Bella Bistro in Arvada closed which was another place we liked to go for date night. Will have to find another I guess.

[Ah Pook]

So we went to The Fort the other night. Damn good food. A bit pricey, but I expected that. The buffalo rib eye was gigantic and freaking awesome. Duck quesadillas were great too.

I had to try this bourbon concoction that was flavored with hot pepper, tobacco and gun powder. Pretty interesting. Supposedly it was some recipe from the old west days. I had 2 so I guess I liked it. [Beer]
No calf fries? The Fort is know for their calf fries.

[KS63]

^^^^^What about the beef/bison marrow bones? I loved that! Haven't been to The Fort in 10yrs since we found the Buckhorn Exchange. They're closer, more laid back, and cheaper.

[TEAMRICO]

Buckhorn Exchange checked off the list.
Visited today for lunch with the wife. They sat me next to a picture of Bill Clinton!! I was going to ask to have what BJ Clinton had when he was there but I'm might have gotten slapped by the waitress!

I tried the Dutch Lunch and my wife had some bird platter with quail, duck and a game hen. I wound up eating what she could not finish. The food was great, the service was top notch but the dining area was a bit to dark. I spent most of the time trying to see stuff. All in all it was a nice experience.

[sniper_tim]

Why have I never noticed this thread before, I love food! As a previous poster mentioned, I can cook almost anything better than what can be had at a restaurant. However, I still eat out often because the wife hates doing dishes, and I enjoy the experience.

Unfortunately, I have not been able to master Chinese food, and frequent Spice China in Louisville. Best Chinese food I've ever eaten, and I've tried most items on their menu. Their service, cleanliness, and fresh food rival the big chains (ie P.F. Chang's), however the prices are better. Lunch is the best value as with most Chinese restaurants.

I noticed several posters mention Pho, I don't eat Pho (I'll eat it, but soup is not necessarily my idea of a meal), however many of my colleagues do and frequent Saigon Pho & Grill on 72nd/Federal. They have good noodle bowls which I will eat such as the pork or combination.

Cheers and happy eating,
Tim

[sniper_tim]

Why have I never noticed this thread before, I love food! As a previous poster mentioned, I can cook almost anything better than what can be had at a restaurant. However, I still eat out often because the wife hates doing dishes, and I enjoy the experience.

Unfortunately, I have not been able to master Chinese food, and frequent Spice China in Louisville. Best Chinese food I've ever eaten, and I've tried most items on their menu. Their service, cleanliness, and fresh food rival the big chains (ie P.F. Chang's), however the prices are better. Lunch is the best value as with most Chinese restaurants.

I noticed several posters mention Pho, I don't eat Pho (I'll eat it, but soup is not necessarily my idea of a meal), however many of my colleagues do and frequent Saigon Pho & Grill on 72nd/Federal. They have good noodle bowls which I will eat such as the pork or combination.

Cheers and happy eating,
Tim

[OldFogey]

Farmers Table at Taft and Elizabeth ( Fort Collins) is back open and serving food from what appears to be the original menu. After having been sold and suffering a short foray into (shudder) health foods it has been bought and reopened by folks who appreciate biscuits and gravy. Dang it. Drooled on the keyboard...

[Great-Kazoo]

Farmers Table at Taft and Elizabeth ( Fort Collins) is back open and serving food from what appears to be the original menu. After having been sold and suffering a short foray into (shudder) health foods it has been bought and reopened by folks who appreciate biscuits and gravy. Dang it. Drooled on the keyboard...

The owner of Guadalajara in Windsor purchased the place. Rehired the original cook and some of the other employees.

[gnihcraes]

Max's Mexican - Lakewood, near Casa Bonita, with WAY better food.

http://www.yelp.com/biz/maxs-mexican-lakewood

Been eating there for a while now, good stuff. I sent Squeeze that way a few weeks back, they enjoyed it.

[Jer]

No cliff divers, no care. Nobody goes to Casa Bonita for the food.

[ray1970]

No cliff divers, no care. Nobody goes to Casa Bonita for the food.
Took my folks there once kind of as a joke. My step dad said those little flags on the table that you raise should be little white surrender flags.

[Great-Kazoo]

No cliff divers, no care. Nobody goes to Casa Bonita for the food.

There's a Mexican restaurant opening in LoDo. Combination strip club/ eatery Called Casa BoneRita.

[OldFogey]

About time! Debbie Does Donuts has been gone a long time now.

[hurley842002]

Slowly getting things unpacked at the new place has had us eating out this week, I'll add any restaurants here that I think are worth sharing. We try to cook as much as possible, but with two boys under 3, there are just some nights we don't feel like cooking, so we have to have a couple household staples to choose from (Good wings, Mexican, and pizza). El Tapatio off Wads and 285 is really good (salsa is amazing and the closest I've found to my homemade). Wing slingers right off of Santa Fe and Prince was quite tasty (we normally go to wing stop, but there isn't one close to the new place).

[Ah Pook]

Well Hell!!! Two of my favorite restaurants have closed. Rosa Linda's and Julia Blackbird are gone.

[blacklabel]

La Cafeteria closed in Greeley. I'd been eating there for 28 years.

[gnihcraes]

Well Hell!!! Two of my favorite restaurants have closed. Rosa Linda's and Julia Blackbird are gone.

about time on Rosa Linda's. Ate there regular 88-92, went back last summer and god was it pitiful. Service horrible, dirty booth(s), food sucked. I should have checked yelp before going. We were the only customers during a saturday evening when things should have been alive and busy. (everything else in the area is busy)

[hurley842002]

At "Toast" right now, have a chicken fried steak and eggs on its way! First time here, so far it's a real neat place, with great coffee!