Author: By ROBIN INTEMANN [email protected]
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Refined, impressive tapas at Denver’s The 9th Door | Dining review
It might sound like a suspense thriller, but the only mystery at Denver’s The 9th Door is to wonder how they make such impressive tapas. The decor at this Capitol Hill restaurant is reminiscent of a wine cave: It’s long, narrow and dimly lit. The mural of wine barrels at one end of the room…
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Upscale Colorado Springs restaurant delivers vibrant Indian flavors | Dining review
When one restaurant closes and another later occupies the same space, the exterior rarely hides the reminders of the former occupants. The signage for Mausam Indian Flavors helps, but the roof line still evokes memories of a certain pizza chain. Once inside, those memories quickly evaporate. The interior is finely appointed with chairs bearing the…
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Denver sandwich shop offers impressive selection | Dining review
Denver’s SubCulture has an unexpected ethos that focuses on sandwiches, specifically the submarine variety. Get it?! This eatery is all about what can be placed inside sliced freshly baked rolls — and here the possibilities are numerous and impressive. With 60 options, plus soups and salads, populating the menu it is easy to understand the…
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Gooey cinnamon rolls, all-day breakfast, homey atmosphere at historic Castle Rock café | Dining Review
Castle Rock hasn’t been a small, sleepy town for many years, but B&B Café is in a historic building downtown, away from expansive commercial and residential development, making it easy to forget this is now a thriving city. Yet, B&B is a bustling place most mornings, which makes sense given the homey atmosphere, friendly service…
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Juicy burgers, rich stew and the ‘world’s largest single malt whisky selection’ at Denver’s Pints Pub | Dining Review
Pints Pub is known nationally for its traditional British brewing techniques, but the food at this Denver restaurant is more than an afterthought, even if not entirely awe-inspiring. Granted, the libation menu is multiple pages compiled in a leather-bound book. It includes brewer’s notes, wine and specialty drink options. And, according to Pints Pub, it…
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Small menu, big flavors at Colorado Springs wine bar serving cheese, small plates | Dining review
Practically hidden among the multiple pages of wine offerings is Vine and Wheel’s food menu with only 12 items. Despite the limited number, choosing what to eat is almost as difficult as selecting what to drink. It’s a nice problem to have and easily solvable by simply trying several small plates (and wine pours). Also,…
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French flavors worth the crumbs at culinary center in Colorado Springs | Dining Review
The French Kitchen’s pastries are messy — and delicious. Each bite of the multiplex of delicate layered crisp, buttery house-made puff pastry, whether encasing something sweet or savory, sends crumbs everywhere. Fortunately, most land in one’s mouth. What started as a French cooking school in the owner’s home is now a thriving “culinary center” offering…
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Bold Venezuelan flavors in nondescript Colorado Springs strip mall | Dining review
Kariacos started as a food truck business serving Venezuelan cuisine in 2019. It’s now a cozy, order-at-the-counter, sit-down establishment in a strip mall at Circle Drive and Uintah Street. This means it’s no longer necessary to track down the truck’s whereabouts, unless it’s summer and you’re in Denver, which is where it’s most likely found.…
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2-story cafe in southwest Colorado Springs a cozy spot for a quick bite
Practically hiding in plain sight, Sacred Ground Café is a secret worth revealing. Sorry, regulars. This neighborhood venue is a popular post-hike (or run) gathering spot given its proximity to North Cheyenne Canon Park and Stratton Open Space. It’s also a happening place for those simply wanting a comfortable setting to enjoy a midmorning snack…
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Healthy, tasty dining abounds at cafe in Tri-Lakes YMCA in Monument | Dining review
Bennies’ patrons might be among the fittest around, but it’s not a requirement to dine here. The cafe is in the Tri-Lakes YMCA facility in Monument, so it’s not unusual to see rolled yoga mats and gym bags slung over shoulders as people head to the counter to place their orders. (You don’t have to…