The Chef’s Counter at Hop Alley launched in February 2024 and shifted to a tasting menu format just over a year ago. The cuisine starts with Asian influences as its foundation but then branches out, with chefs Sean May and Josh Sanford pulling inspiration from across the globe to divine something new. During my meal […]
In this month’s new restaurant cheat sheet, an iconic sushi chef goes upscale and exclusive, a joyful Venezuelan spot keeps it deliciously affordable, and beer is now served in an old schoolhouse. This is an excerpt from the New Denizen newsletter on Substack. Subscribe for free to be the first to get my curated lists […]
Every month I update my list of every new and upcoming restaurant opening in and around the Denver area. After reviewing that list, I’ve compiled this list of the 9 new restaurants that opened in March 2025 that I think you should know about: This is an excerpt from the New Denizen newsletter on Substack. […]
By day, the sunny corner lot that houses Odell’s Bagels buzzes with morning regulars ordering expertly crafted open-faced sandwiches and bacon, egg, and cheeses while others quickly drop in to grab a coffee and an everything bagel with cream cheese to go. But when the sun starts to set, a transformation takes place. Entering the […]
As I announced in January, I’m keeping a list of every new and upcoming restaurant opening in and around the Denver area. I regularly update the list based on your tips and my research, and so far I’ve marked 36 restaurants, bars, or cafes that have opened their doors since January 1. But not all […]