Real Baby
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

3600 W 32nd Ave
Denver, CO 80211

Adam R. writes: I'd like to meet the person who decided it was a good idea to start inviting men to Baby Showers.  I would then like to take them for a leisurely stroll down a dark and foreboding alley, where I will render them incapable of making any more brilliant…

The Hudson Gardens & Event Center

2888 W Maplewood Avenue
Littleton, CO 80120

amye a. writes: Hudson Gardens is outdoor concert venue/mini botanic gardens in Littleton, Colorado.  Opie Gone Band (a local blues/rock band) played there last night and last week The Guess Who (the who? the what?  i'm only guessing here.....but, I think they sing…

Emilio's Superchef
Neighborhood: Northwest, Uptown

338 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80238

robert a. writes: And now, for breakfast:

The location used to be home to another breakfast staple: The Walnut Cafe. I was sad to see it go, but relieved to find it now occupied by cheap delicious mexican food.

this place has amazing breakfast burritos. Seriously,…

The Egg & I

6818 S Yosemite St
Centennial, CO 80112

James H. writes: The Egg & I is a fantastic spot for the lazy late Saturday morning breakfast and unlike Le Peep....it's not crowded.

Every meal is a mouthful with eggcelent (I had to) portions at bargain prices.  Breakfast is served all day and with generous lunch…

Ace Hardware

5017 W 64th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80003

Jason M. writes: I almost never write good reviews for corporate chain stores, and the reason is simple- they are so well recognized, giving them a good review doesn't matter, they are able to squash the local independent stores whether they are reviewed or not (I…

Common Era
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

1543 Platte St
Denver, CO 80238

Alexandra F. writes: You know how the hot fashion right now is to wear leggings with basically an apron or a maternity looking dress? Basically just imagine Strawberry Shortcake (I've included a picture).

Strawberry Shortcake's outfits were cute when you were watching…

Park Hill Branch Library
Neighborhood: Northeast, Park Hill

4705 Montview Blvd
Denver, CO 80207

Carrie R. writes: I was sitting on the floor, scanning Tintin books, as an 8-year-old girl browsed the nearby shelves. She kept moving closer and closer, and finally whispered to me, "What are those books you're looking at?" And I decided everybody should know about…

Cajun's Closet

5707 W 6th Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80214

Jelena W. writes: Cajun's Closet is a thrift shop supporting the Cat Care Society. The Cat Care Society is a cage-free cats-only animal shelter that performs a great service to the community by taking in stray, abused, or unwanted kitties and giving them love and care…

Washington Heights Arts Center

6375 W 1st Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80226

Jelena W. writes: Take a pottery class! My mum teaches some of them, so perhaps I'm biased, but the work her students bring home is always excellent, especially for beginning students, and she's had many folks continue for several years on end in her classes.…

Camp Bow Wow
Neighborhood: Southwest

1221 S Cherokee Street
Denver, CO 80223

Jelena W. writes: A pal of mine works at Camp Bow Wow part time, and she loves her job. For someone whose job is to be slobbered on, clean up dog doody, be knocked over by hairy ragamuffins, sweep up hair, and occasionally get bitten, job satisfaction is generally…

Espresso Lane

7790 Federal Boulevard
Westminster, CO 80030

Jason M. writes: If you are in the habit of driving south on Federal to Hwy 36, I guarantee you wouldn't consider stopping here... Why is this? Simple. It's a drive-thru coffee hut in the midst of what looks like it used to be a gas station, before the gas station…

Mad Greens

8283 S Akron St
Centennial, CO 80112

Monique L. writes: This Mad Greens location is just amazing!  I have yet to try something different, but I always enjoy the Dionysos Salad.  I never knew I could eat a large salad like that, but it's always so fresh & crisp.  And who could go wrong with that yummy feta…

Anna Be
Neighborhood: Northwest, Highland

3215 Zuni St
Denver, CO 80238

Jelena W. writes: I'm getting to that age where your sisters and friends start having weddings. How irritating. I hate going to those things. However, some friends, and even some friends of friends, have succeeded in dragging me dress shopping, and more than once we…

Sol Store of Lingerie
Neighborhood: Southeast, Cherry Creek

248 Detroit St
Denver, CO 80206

Jelena W. writes: A little bird told me that Sol Store of Lingerie is the place to check out snooty rich Denver women getting their bras fitted. A peek at the website told me that Sol claims its customers can, "Learn to love your bras."

Well, I sure love the cute…

La Dolce Vita

5756 Olde Wadsworth Boulevard
Arvada, CO 80002

Jelena W. writes: La Dolce Vita, located in cute and homey Old Town Arvada (just don't look too far south toward the Costco, and you might think you've gone back in time), serves yummy coffee, pastry, and sandwiches, with a big smile. Pastries such as scones and…

Coral Room
Neighborhood: Northeast, Stapleton

7352 E 29th Ave
Denver, CO 80238

Sean C. writes: Seems like the other Coral Room location is getting all the love.  This one is great too.  Actually, I haven't been to the other one, so I can't really compare.  Still, I really like this location.  It is in Stapleton, which is great for Stapleton…

Colo Railroad Museum

17155 W 44th Ave
Golden, CO 80403

Jason M. writes: In the mind of a little boy, there is no better place on earth than the Colorado RR Museum... There are RR engines and railcars all over the place, some of which you can climb on and enter. There are two model railroads located in the basement as…

Quiznos

14715 W 64th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80004

Fer D. writes: I am a little ashamed to admit that I love Quiznos. And my reason is the prime rib peppercorn sandwich. It is juicy and tender... The spiciness of the peppercorn is just right (ask for extra peppercorn sauce). For a red meat lover, 10x better than…

Famous Dave's Barbeque

16539 N Washington St
Thornton, CO 80020

Hiker Chicka e. writes: Jesus, this barbecue is worth resurrecting for.  

The food is lip smacking good.  I love the links (sausages), they are juicy, flavorful, and delicious.  The ribs the fall of the bone.  Even the side dishes taste pretty good.  The corn bread seems to…

Pet World

10th & Wadsworth
Denver, CO 80214

Jelena W. writes: Pet World is a great place to shop, or just to visit if you're in the area and check out the bumper crop of adorable handfed parrots that is always located in the back room. Pet World is rarely terribly busy, so employees are happy to allow you to…

Goodwill Industries of Denver

4160 S Broadway
Englewood, CO 80113

Carrie R. writes: I have a soft spot in my heart for south South Broadway. It ain't too pretty, but the people are, well, the real deal. And everything is super cheap compared to SoBo. I think I've mentioned this before.

Anyway, this fantastic Goodwill is no…

Chipotle Mexican Grill
Neighborhood: Southeast

820 S. Monaco Pkwy
Unit 1B
Denver, CO 80224

Taj M. writes: First of all, you must understand your burrito history. The "little donkey" started out somewhere in Mexico, but the tortilla-tube of delight we know and love today has closer origins in San Francisco's Mission District. That's where it first got fat…

the shelter
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

1037 Broadway
Denver, CO 80203

rhondita j. writes: You say you like people watching?  Try this place on Wednesdays.  I personally loved it - it's not a scene I know a lot about but I do enjoy  occasionally immersing myself in unfamiliar environments.

I'd say it's a cross between goth/hipsters and…

Chatfield State Park

11500 N Roxborough Park Road
Littleton, CO 80125

Donna H. writes: Chatfield was an incredible experience for me and my dog.  I travelled to Denver from Baltimore with a huge, flully baby named Nani.  She is my life and I was so lucky to find out about this wonderful park to take her to.  There was so much open…

Ralston Dog Park

17975 W 64th Pkwy
Arvada, CO 80403

Jelena W. writes: This is my former neighborhood dog hangout- I lived in the area while the whole thing was being built. The current dog park is a fully fenced five acres, with convenient painted fire hydrants for those city dogs who've never seen grass before... but…

Doggy Day Camp

15141 E Fremont Dr
Centennial, CO 80112

Jelena W. writes: For just $18 per day, your dog can go have a blast at Day Camp while you're off running in the ol' rat race. But wait- don't just show up with Mugsy the day of your big meeting- you'll need to call and schedule a free screening first. Doggy Day Camp…

Men's Wearhouse
Neighborhood: Southeast, Cherry Creek

201 Fillmore Street
Denver, CO 80206

Thomas S. writes: On Tuesday afternoon, I learned that I had a job interview on Friday.  Having lost 45 pounds since I bought my suit last year, I either need to get that cheap POS altered quickly (bad idea figuring cost of rush altering vs. the actual value of that…

North Woods Inn

8109 Blakeland Dr
Littleton, CO 80125

Gretchen W. writes: Nothing like having dinner, and being dinner at the same time!

Easy there!  I'll explain.

North Woods Inn is a very out-of-the-way steakhouse, more in the South Woods actually, south of C-470, across Santa Fe from Highlands Ranch.  You really need…

Sweet Tomatoes

14015 E Evans Avenue
Aurora, CO 80014

Maulie D. writes: Colorado Vegetarians, time to celebrate!  All pastas and half of the soups are made JUST FOR YOU!  The salad is great, and the ready made salads just keep getting more creative and healthy - loved the dill potato salad with a nonfat yogurt dressing -…

Creekside Cellars

28036 Highway 74
Evergreen, CO 80439

Craig E. writes: I came here with the incredibly sexy Jamie Z. for lunch on a Sunday afternoon a week ago.  We scored an awesome table on the back deck right along the river that runs behind the building, that in itself was pretty awesome!

The wines are all really…

The Original New York Style Pizza

1300 W Midway Blvd
Broomfield, CO 80020

Jim W. writes: If you're from back east or you just want to soak up some of that good old east coast vibe - go here for dinner.

I've dined in and gotten take-out here.  I had great east coast conversations with the owners such as:

*Hands sandwich across counter*

"Can…

Brothers Bbq IV

565 US Highway 287
Broomfield, CO 80020

Jake S. writes: One star for the brisket, which I've always found delicious.
One star for the fries, which are really the best in the area.
One star for the sauces, which I like to mix into my own signature style.
Half a star for never fail service (though this…

Benders
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

314 E 13th Avenue
Denver, CO 80203

modchen x. writes: One goth night, one "industrial" night, and a lot of rockabilly, psychobilly, and country -- including occasional local acts -- the rest of the time.
I have to disagree about the service: it's always been friendly and professional for me -- although…

DJ's Berkeley Cafe
Neighborhood: Northwest

3838 Tennyson St
Denver, CO 80238

Marie G. writes: Not only is this Cafe/coffee shop a great place to hang out, given the incredible coffee, friendly staff, and wi-fi internet access, but the food is incredible. I've tried almost every offering on the menu, and I haven't had a bad dish yet. In fact,…