RESTAURANT REVIEWS
1. Dazzle Supper Club By Greg Moody 930 Lincoln St., 303-839-5100 Atmosphere .................... B Open and airy, but a bit cold. Location .................... C+ Unless you know it, you just won't see it. Bar .................... A Looks good, tastes good, and all the right bottles. Food .................... B+ Good variety, nice mix of... MORE
1. Take Two By Carol W. Maybach Chama Cocina Mexicana y Tequileria (Out of 4 Stars) 425 S. Teller St., Lakewood 303-935-5170 Chama Restaurant The Draw Mexican fare from one of Denver’s finest young chefs; more than 240 tequilas. The Drawback Certain dishes call out for more picante. Don't Miss Ceviche de mariscos, tortilla soup, mole... MORE
1. Bee's In Denver By Bill St. John The Beehive (out of 4 stars) 609 Corona St., 303-832-5766 2. DU Gets A Good Sandwich By Bill St. John TreeHouse Cafe (out of 4 stars) 2043 S. University Blvd., 303-733-7530 3. Thirty Years Of Soul Food By Bill St. John Horne's Catering Restaurant (out of 4 stars) 2861 Colorado Blvd., 303-320-8571... MORE
1. Thai One On By Lori Midson J's Noodles (out of 4 stars) 945 S. Federal Blvd., 303-922-5495 2. A Hands-on Experience By Lori Midson Casablanca Moroccan Restaurant (out of 4 stars) 2488 S. University Blvd., 303-871-0494 3. Indian Summer By Lori Midson India's (out of 4 stars) 3333 S. Tamarac Dr., 303-755-4284 4. Got the Blues By... MORE
1. It's Your Duty By Lori Midson Uncle Sam's Restaurant (out of 4 stars) 5946 S. Holly St., Greenwood Village 303-741-6443 2. Rocky Mountain High By Lori Midson Rocky Mountain Diner (out of 4 stars) 800 18th St. 303-293-8383 3. The Bee's Knees or the Bee Stings? By Lori Midson The Beehive (out of 4 stars) 609 Corona St. 303-832-5766 4... MORE
1. The Freshman By Nick Hartshorn Cafe Cero (out of 4 olives) 1446 S. Broadway, 303-282-1446 2. A Classic By Nick Hartshorn My Brother's Bar (out of 4 olives) 2376 15th St., 303-455-9991 3. A Sumptuous Night By Nick Hartshorn Fourth Story Restaurant and Bar (out of 4 olives) 2955 E. 1st Ave., 303-322-1824 MORE
1. Worth the Wait By Lori Midson Trattoria Stella (out of 4 stars) 3470 W. 32nd Ave., 303-458-1128 The Draw Eclectic decor, excellent desserts, and friendly neighborhood atmosphere. The Drawback Not enough staff, bland pasta sauces. Don't Miss Whipped Gorgonzola spread, creamy sausage-and-tomato rigate, Roma omelet, trifle, and bread... MORE
1. Size Flatters By Lori Midson Manhattan Grill (out of 4 stars) 231 Milwaukee St., 303-303-6444 The Draw Traditional steakhouse eats: hulking cuts of well-charred meats and smashing side dishes. The Drawback The music makes conversation all but impossible and the bread is hard as bricks. Don't Miss Lettuce wedge with Maytag blue cheese... MORE
1. Oh Mama! Lori Midson Emma's (out of 4 stars) 603 E. Sixth Ave. 720-377-3662 The Draw Lovely decor, good service, and food worthy of the best care packages. The Drawback No booster seats or high chairs for tots. Don't Miss The salmon tart, white cheddar and goat cheese dip, pan-seared pork chop, chateau sirloin. Vegetarian Options... MORE
1. So, So Sunny By Lori Midson Sunflower (out of 4 stars) 1701 Pearl St., Boulder 303-440-0220 The Draw Funky, healthy eats in a hip, trendy atmosphere. The Drawback Too much of this healthy stuff makes you crave a burger and fries. Don't Miss Shrimp and vegetable tempura, Caesar salad, free-range chicken with corn and sage stuffing,... MORE
1. Biff, Bang, Boom Lori Midson Bang! (out of 4 stars) 3472 W. 32nd Ave. 303-455-1117 The Draw Heaping helpings of deliciously refined homestyle cooking. The Drawback Have an incomplete party? Grab your cell ?and get your party here pronto, otherwise who knows when you’ll be seated. Don't Miss Fried oysters, burger, herbed chicken,... MORE
1. Shades of Sinatra By Lori Midson Campo De Fiori (out of 4 stars) 300 Fillmore St. 303-377-7887 The Draw Hip, hot, and happening; terrific service; and Italian food with flair. The Drawback What? What? Translation: It’s loud! Don't Miss Minestrone soup, grilled seafood, pazza salad, and risotto with Italian sausage, radicchio, and... MORE
1. Hail to the Chef By Lori Midson Mizuna (out of 4 stars) 225 E. Seventh Ave. 303-832-4778 The Draw Hands down, the best cooking in Denver with a waitstaff to match. The Drawback The otherwise excellent wine list is short on pours by the glass. Don't Miss Miss nothing. Eat everything. Vegetarian Options White bean agnolotti,... MORE
1. Middle East Feast By Lori Midson Ali Baba Grill (out of 4 stars) 109 Rubey Dr., Golden 303-279-2228 The Draw Gloriously good Middle Eastern food. The Drawback No liquor. Don't Miss Hummus, baba ghanoush, fava beans, lamb, chicken shawarma. Vegetarian Options Baba ghanoush, hummus, fava beans, grape leaves, falafel, tabbouleh, and... MORE
1. Asian Propositions By Lori Midson Thai Basil Asian Fusion (out of 4 stars) 540 E. Alameda Ave. 303-715-1188 The Draw Unobtrusive, but solicitous service, inventive dishes, and a funky atmosphere. The Drawback Parking is a major hassle, and some dishes sound better than they taste. Don't Miss Chicken saté, chicken curry pizza,... MORE