7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
Palettes at the Denver Art Museum (out of 4) 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway, 303-534-1455, www.ktrg.net The Draw Kevin Taylor's sleek, minimalist dining room with well-prepared, contemporary cuisine. The Drawback Service can be exceptionally slow, and dining room chairs are uncomfortable. Don't Miss Anaheim chile goat cheese relleno, smoked sweet corn...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
Bistro Vendôme (out of 4) 1420 Larimer St., 303-825-3232, www.bistrovendome.com Must-try New Dishes Salade campagnarde, oeufs bénédicte aux crabe Old Favorites Steak frites, croque monsieur Then In 2004, 5280 restaurant critic Rachael Graves and her husband took their parents to brunch at Bistro Vendôme. On a charming patio, over a warm Gruyère...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
French 250 (out of 4) 250 Steele St., 303-331-0250, www.french250.com The Draw An elegant setting for chef Jeremy Thomas' exquisitely prepared, classic French cuisine; an outstanding collection of Champagnes. The Drawback Service is highly inconsistent, with wide variations in timing and attention to detail. Don't Miss The escargot in puff...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
(out of 4) 3201 E. Colfax Ave., 303-320-8635, www.cafestardenver.com Must-Try New Dishes Star Club, arugula pizza Old Favorites Menu has been completely revised. Then When 5280 restaurant critic Elisabeth True praised Café Star in August 2005, she sent readers off to try chef Rebecca Weitzman's Mediterranean-influenced seasonal dishes at the...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
(out of 4)657 S. Broadway Ave., Boulder303-494-7626 www.soboamericanbistro.com The Draw: A chic upscale restaurant, new for South Boulder, offers innovative cocktails and creative New American cuisine with global flavor. The Drawback: Wines by the glass are limited, some consistency issues in the soups and salads. Don't Miss: Menu changes...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
2364 15th St., 303-455-4503www.monasrestaurant.com Must-Try New Dishes: No new dishes Old Favorites: Davinci's crab cake Florentine, blueberry flapjacks
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
O's Steak and Seafood (out of 4) The Westin Westminster, 10600 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, 303-410-5000, www.westindenverboulder.com The Draw Chef Ian Kleinman's futuristic flavors, textures, and presentations; kids love the s'mores cooked on the patio over a blazing bonfire. The Drawback At times, salads can be overdressed and pastas...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
Domo (out of 4) 1365 Osage St., 303-595-3666, www.domorestaurant.com Must-Try New Dishes Aka maguro donburi Old Favorites Plum wine, pork teriyaki noodle bowl with egg Then In the spring of 1998, desperately seeking an escape from Benihana and other staid Japanese restaurants, 5280 critic Greg Moody stepped into the elaborately decorated dining...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
Black Pearl (out of 4 stars) 1529 S. Pearl St., 303-777-0500, www.blackpearldenver.com The Draw: Patio with fire pit, interesting wines, and creative New American fare The Drawback: At times, flavors are overwhelming, and service is inconsistent. Don't Miss: The deconstructed clam "chowdah;" mussels with frites; Tuscan rib-eye; rack of...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
(out of 4 stars) 1575 Boulder St., 720-570-8686, www.loladenver.com Must-Try New Dishes: Diver scallops, Mexi-French toast Old Favorites: Roughy ceviche, grilled shrimp xuba soup Then When Lola, a coastal Mexican restaurant, was located in Platt Park (2002-2006), diners were so enamored they routinely waited two hours for a table. When...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
Alto Restaurant (out of 4) 1320 15th St., 303-893-2586, www.altodenver.com The Draw: After a rocky start, Alto sparkles with New American cuisine and live music. The Drawback: The waitstaff's knowledge varies, at times the music is too loud, and wines by the glass are limited. Don't Miss: Braised buffalo short ribs, thin-crust pizza, ahi tuna...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
AlbaBy Carol Maybach (out of 4) 2480 Canyon Blvd., Boulder 303-938-8800 www.albaboulder.com The Draw A Boulder favorite updates its name, location, and focus. The Drawback Some new dishes are too ambitious; risotto and gnocchi often have problems with texture. Don't Miss Crispy polenta with grilled Anjou pear; crispy duck with soft polenta,...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
Prime 121By Carol Maybach (out of 4) 121 Clayton Lane 303-398-2627 www.prime121.com The Draw: Great cocktails and wine; a heavenly pecan pie topped with homemade bourbon ice cream. The Drawback: Service can be haphazard; sides and steaks often lack finesse and are underseasoned. Don't Miss: Fresh lobster with jumbo lump crab and cognac butter;...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
House of Marrakesh By Carol Maybach (out of 4) 1530 Blake St. 303-623-3133 www.houseofmarrakeshdenver.com The Draw Traditional Moroccan cuisine and belly dancers. The Drawback Because everything in the kitchen is made from scratch, dishes take a while—but it's definitely worth the wait. Don't Miss Chicken bastella, lamb shank, hummus, chicken...
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7:08 pm, Aug 28, 2010
Parallel 17 By carol maybach (out of 4) 1600 E. 17th Ave. 303-399-0988 www.parallelseventeen.com The Draw Sleek, contemporary setting; modern Vietnamese cuisine. The Drawback When busy, service can be disorganized. Don't Miss: Oxtail pho, coconut- and ginger-encrusted calamari, charcuterie platter, tea-smoked duck, coffee-braised short ribs, and...
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