Rodney's
Neighborhood: Southeast, Cherry Creek

2819 E 2nd Avenue
Denver, CO 80206

Paul M. writes: Rodney's is the kind of place where everyone knows your name, after a few cocktails.  

When my wife and I moved to Denver (from NYC)  in 2002, our then landlord recommended Rodney's, if only for the all you can eat sausage pasta Tuesday's.

After…

Cafe Karma
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

1575 Boulder Street
Ste B
Denver, CO 80211

Jon K. writes: Karma is a small cafe with great, fresh, good for you food.  It's all vegetarian, with sandwiches, salads, and lots of coffee, tea, and drink options.  The kitchen setup is not huge, and service can be slow, but it's always worth the wait.  It's also…

Anthony's Pizza & Pasta
Neighborhood: Southeast, University

1628 E Evans Avenue
Denver, CO 80210

Matthew B. writes: The secret to great pizza is in the crust.

The rumor in New York is that their crust (And bagels) are so good because NY City water is so good.

Well we have some pretty fantastic city in water in Denver too (It comes from a little thing called GOD and…

Sombrero Ranch

3300 Airport Rd
Estes Park Location
Boulder, CO 80301

Sam H. writes: We have all seen movies where an actor or actress is flying across the landscape riding a beautiful horse, galloping at full speed.

It looks awesome.  Having never enjoyed the experience of horse back riding, I decided to book a trip over the weekend.…

Wahoo's Fish Taco
Neighborhood: Southeast

1233 S Colorado Boulevard
Denver, CO 80246

Joseph C. writes: Well mom, dad how do I say this? This may come as a surprise to you both, but your little boy is not a virgin anymore......of Wahoos Fish Taco!!! OK I admit the first time was a bit awkward, I had no idea of what I was doing, and I wasnt sure of how…

The Mac Outlet
Neighborhood: Southwest

1909 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80210

Matt O. writes: *ALERT*   Potential diamond in the rough!

I'm not a Mac person (although I have envy) but I do have an iPod.   I've gone to this store to support the use of said iPod.

First time I went there was when I needed a battery for my iPod.  Apple wanted to…

Blair Caldwell African American Research Library
Neighborhood: Northwest, Curtis Park

2401 Welton St
Denver, CO 80205

Taj M. writes: Head up to the top floor of this Five Points library for various exhibits on African-American history in Colorado. We thought we knew something about something until we came here. If you like local history, this is your place. There's a lot to learn…

Limited Too

6235 S Main St
Aurora, CO 80016

sherri s. writes: This is a great little girls store. The clothes are super fun and the store is upbeat. This new mall location is a great place to shop whether you are an adult, a teen, or whatever your mall needs are.
The clothes tend to be a bit pricey but they do…

Chilis

3451 N Tower Rd
Aurora, CO 80011

Tim K. writes: Chili's are about the same all over the country, this one is maybe a little better than others. The chicken Fajita I had was pretty good, especially the chicken, some of the veggies were over-grilled taking away any crispness (which I like). My…

Manny's Underground
Neighborhood: Northwest, Lodo

1836 Blake St
Denver, CO 80202

Jessica H. writes: Ok, so this is my 3rd time to review this place as the management/owners keep changing and I'm pretty darn confused. Lisa, the original owner and chef is back, and sadly D-Bo is gone. D-Bo really made the place a fun experience and there is…

Dr. Erik Manos
Neighborhood: Southeast, Cherry Creek

155 Cook St
Denver, CO 80206

Matt O. writes: This guy has been my dentist for the last 3+ years.

I went to this place when they were on 6th and Broadway cause I needed a serious work done on my broken tooth.  3 years later, and a 3rd location and I am still going to him.

He is awesome.  Very…

Chick-Fil-A

346 Metzler Drive
Castle Rock, CO 80108

Jessica D. writes: When I get a fast-food craving, Chick-Fil-A is at the top of the list.  I don't know what their secret is, but their chicken strips are by far the best-- better than KFC, Sonic, McDonald's, you name it.   And an order of 4 has only 300 calories!  Add…

Melbourne International Youth Hostel
Neighborhood: Northwest, Curtis Park

607 22nd Street
Denver, CO 80205

Heman A. writes: Staff was really nice.  They let me get my deposit back before I returned the key (I had to leave before the office opened the next day).  Place might look a little old and run down but it's really clean.  Bathroom and shower especially.  Cheap!…

Micro Center
Neighborhood: Southeast

8000 E Quincy Avenue
Denver, CO 80237

sherri s. writes: I have a had great experiences every time I visit Micro Center. I just got a new laptop and the service was amazing. The sales guy was knowledgeable, understood what I needed and sold me what I wanted (not what he thought I should have), and threw in…

Hawthorn Botanical Company

3440 S Broadway
Englewood, CO 80113

Alexander P. writes: I love soap, its true. I love fancy, handmade, good smelling, lathery bars of joy that we call soap. Now before anyone challenges my masculinity, check out Hawthorn Botanical. It is the only place I know where I can buy a bar of bubbly delight…

Dulcinea's 100th Monkey
Neighborhood: Northwest, Uptown

717 E Colfax Avenue
Denver, CO 80203

Adam R. writes: I used to work the door at a now defunct brew pub in San Francisco called Twenty Tank Brewery.  I have no idea why they hired me to do this.  I was applying to be a bar-back, I'm not intimidating at all, and I had never been in a proper fight in my…

Maggiano's Little Italy

7401 S Clinton Street
Englewood, CO 80112

Garrett B. writes: Family Style.  Always, order, Family Style.  This, unfortunately, means you need a family, or similarly sized group.  Back when I was a bigger and much unhealthier eater, my Dad and I made an attempt to order Family Style between two people.  The…

Total Beverage

770 E 104th Ave
Thornton, CO 80233

Sadie R. writes: So the thing about Total is that you can find almost anything there!! They have it all! I worked there I know all that they have to offer but I am sending out a warning! If you want your beer cold make sure you plan enough time to chill it before you…

Goodyear Gemini

7635 E. Arapahoe Rd
Centennial, CO 80112

Monique L. writes: I've taken my 99 Toyota Rav4 to this Goodyear branch for years.  These guys have always been nice, personable, and honest.  I appreciate people that can be straight with you and not pull your chain if you know what I mean.  I do have a 1999 car, so…

Talbots Southlands Town Center

6235 S Main St
Aurora, CO 80016

sherri s. writes: I have not been a huge fan of Talbots in the past, frankly b/c I considered myself too young to shop here, but a sales a sale. I was lured in by the 25% off already reduced 40-70% off sign out front. Can't help myself.
As I walked in, it was…

Monkey Business Burritos

4704 Harlan St
Ste 420
Denver, CO 80212

Monique L. writes: If Monkey Business Buritos comes to your office, then you are one lucky MoFo! $3 bucks for a yummy Breakfast burrito ain't half bad!  Plus they have so many to choose from.  The Papa Monkey is my favorte! Bacon, chorizo, egg, potato, mild green…

Little People's Landing

7885 Allison Way
Arvada, CO 80005

Fer D. writes: Very friendly people, very informal. My toddler loves it. I visited some places that looked too sterile, this one is fun!I would like them to have at least some organic food, but, again, no one I visited does.

A & B Riely Upholstery

3127 W Hampden Avenue
Englewood, CO 80110

sherri s. writes: This is a great custom shop. The owner Aaron is courteous and knows his stuff. They do custom cushions, upholstery (repair and custom work), & foam cushions (new / replacement). The prices are very reasonable for custom work and although the…

Sauce

5322 DTC Blvd
#100
Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Monique L. writes: This place has a loud ambiance, (DTC lunch rush) but who cares.  The food is so yummy, that you don't mind the loud chatter.  I always get the mozzarella/tomato salad.  It's crisp, fresh & the balsamic dressing puckers up your taste buds.  Both the…

Jimmy John's

4682 S Yosemite Street
Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Monique L. writes: The #9 with hot peppers added...and that's all I have to say about that.  

Well, okay, there's more.  :)  Everybody and their dog always wants to charge you for a delivery, if there isn't a certain amount of money spent.  Not this Jimmy John's.  I…

Shanghai Kitchen

4940 S Yosemite
E-8
Englewood, CO 80111

Monique L. writes: I love this cute little establishment.  There's about 8-10 tables.  It's decorated nicely.  Their service is great, & they have some of the best Chicken Pad Thai I've ever tasted.  No MSG

Baker's Way

8181 E Arapahoe Rd
Greenwood Village, CO 80112

Monique L. writes: Their bread is made fresh every single day....You enter, & see bread every where, and you begin breathing in the aroma.  It's like you suddenly become the star of one of those Febreeze commercials, sniffing, smelling, sniffing, smelling... okay…

St Kilian's Cheese Shop
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

3211 Lowell Blvd
Denver, CO 80211

Melissa F. writes: I found out about this time last year that I have food allergies.  My doctor misdiagnosed me with Rheumatoid Arthritis because a blood result I took (due to back pain) came back elevated.  My aunt-in-law  practices acupuncture and told me to be…

Chase

333 W Hampden Avenue Lbby
Englewood, CO 80110

Alexander P. writes: Chase owns me in every financial aspect possible, and I would transfer everything that I hold in their name to a local credit union if it wasn't for one thing, this branch. This Chase bank sits at the base of the big Chase tower in Englewood, and…

A&A Tradin' Post

4509 S Broadway
Englewood, CO 80113

Alexander P. writes: What suburb is complete without its neighborhood hardware store. I'm not talking about a Home Depot or a Builder's Square, but rather the little independent place that knows not only your name, but what projects you are working on. Littleton lost…

Geek Street

4300 S Broadway
Englewood, CO 80113

Alexander P. writes: With the emergence of scandals coming from the larger tech-support chains, I sought out an independent refuge for my computer woes. The first independent computer repair shop I went to frightened me so badly I will have to review them under an alias.…

Oriental Gifts

14200 E Alameda Avenue Unit 1056
Aurora, CO 80012

Warren P. writes: Swords, Buddha's, and pipes oh my. This is a cool store. I could and have spent a lot of money in this store.  During my last visit I bought a statue of Kuan Yin (or Guan Yin if you are from Beijing) the deity of mercy) and a statue of the dancing…

El Tepehuan

3457 S Broadway
Englewood, CO 80113

Rob G. writes: The food here is pretty good (the Bob burrito was my favorite), but the salsa is amazing.  I lived in Denver for 8 years before I moved back to Southern California, and I can't find anywhere in LA that compares.  It's almost worth driving there 17…

Sears Roebuck and Company

10785 W Colfax Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80215

Muriel P. writes: sunday morning, flat tire.  Ding it.  where do you find a shop to repair tire on a sunday ? drive down colfax and micracle, Sears automotive repair (or whatever it's called is opened).  2h later, 19 dollars lighter, i was back on the road.  The good…

Chan's Inn

3985 E 120th Avenue
Denver, CO 80233

Chip J. writes: Good (if not extraordinary) food and a pleasant atmosphere. Friendly staff and an intimate, cozy atmosphere that the strip-mall exterior does not hint at. Low prices make for a great meal.

Vegetarian options: Vegetarians are well-served. While I…

The Healthy Hound Nature Pet Supply & Wash

16255 W 64th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80007

Jelena W. writes: EDIT: The Healthy Hound needs your support to stay open! Owner Debra is in danger of having to close if business does not pick up- if you are in Arvada soon, please stop by!

While it doesn't quite measure up to my favorite specialty pet supply store,…

Mesa Veterinary Hospital PC
Neighborhood: Northwest

2525 Youngfield St
Golden, CO 80214

Gitana G. writes: All the vets are FIVE STAR here. They even follow appointments up with a personal phone call. How many vets do that?

We just got a "free" puppy a couple of weeks ago. Unknown to us, the puppy had a urinary tract infection. Long story short, the "free"…

Village Roaster Coffee Tea & Spice

7978 W Alameda Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80226

J H. writes: This is a really decent place to get coffee.  The inside is kind of almost too dark in a depressing kind of way -- I don't like hanging out inside for too long.  It's just the paint they chose.  I think that they are trying to combine a fancier, more…

Salon At Denver West Village the

14235 W Colfax Ave
Lakewood, CO 80401

Jelena W. writes: UPDATE: I returned again for my yearly chop job and saw Emily and bravely told her "Do whatever you want!" She responded with, "I love you!" and proceeded to dye my hair a rich chocolate brown and put in some gorgeous honey colored highlights- she…

Tami's Burger Haven

5380 W 44th Avenue
Denver, CO 80212

Dave H. writes: Nondescript burger joint just south of the old Lakeside race track. What the 6" cheeseburgers lack in mass they make up in diameter. It's a burger, shake, and fries kinda place, cash only and no driver-thru.

The no-nonsense storefront without all the…