Kate's Favorite Local Spots
Food Scene
Great sushi at a reasonable price. Around the corner from the apartment!
41 locals recommend
Taki Sushi
420 E Bayaud AveGreat sushi at a reasonable price. Around the corner from the apartment!
Famous in Denver - the most delicious ramen! You can order take-out and wait for it at the apartment and then just run across the street to pick it up!
319 locals recommend
Uncle
2215 W 32nd AveFamous in Denver - the most delicious ramen! You can order take-out and wait for it at the apartment and then just run across the street to pick it up!
Au Feu Brasserie - Wash Park
Yummy Nashville Hot Chicken. Also across the street!
Family style Italian at a Denver institution! Delicious food and wine!
53 locals recommend
Carmine's on Penn
92 S Pennsylvania StFamily style Italian at a Denver institution! Delicious food and wine!
Such a fun doughnut shop with unique offerings. A definite MUST VISIT!
55 locals recommend
Voodoo Doughnut - Broadway
98 S BroadwaySuch a fun doughnut shop with unique offerings. A definite MUST VISIT!
Denver Biscuit Company
3237 E Colfax AveHighly recommend for a hefty brunch after a night out!
My favorite local coffee shop! Great breakfast burritos, lattes, pour-overs and drip coffee!
26 locals recommend
Rosebud Cafe
90 Pennsylvania StMy favorite local coffee shop! Great breakfast burritos, lattes, pour-overs and drip coffee!
There will almost always be a long wait for this local favorite Creole brunch spot, but it is worth it!
215 locals recommend
Lucile's Creole Cafe
275 S Logan StThere will almost always be a long wait for this local favorite Creole brunch spot, but it is worth it!
My favorite restaurant in Denver! They don't accept reservations, so head there early and grab a drink at the bar in the restaurant or one or nearby while you wait! IT WILL BE WORTH IT, I PROMISE!
106 locals recommend
Izakaya Den
1487A S Pearl StMy favorite restaurant in Denver! They don't accept reservations, so head there early and grab a drink at the bar in the restaurant or one or nearby while you wait! IT WILL BE WORTH IT, I PROMISE!
One of my favorite places to grab coffee and breakfast. The neighborhood (RiNo) is also great for shopping and exploring!
74 locals recommend
Stowaway Kitchen
2528 Walnut StOne of my favorite places to grab coffee and breakfast. The neighborhood (RiNo) is also great for shopping and exploring!
One of the best restaurants in Denver - amazing views, great food, incredible cocktails. You'll likely need a reservation a few weeks in advance, but you could try your luck at a walk-in! Plenty of great bars nearby to grab a drink while you wait.
291 locals recommend
El Five
2930 15th StOne of the best restaurants in Denver - amazing views, great food, incredible cocktails. You'll likely need a reservation a few weeks in advance, but you could try your luck at a walk-in! Plenty of great bars nearby to grab a drink while you wait.
Amazing margaritas, excellent Mexican food, dreamy patio. One of my faves.
43 locals recommend
Mister Oso
3163 Larimer StAmazing margaritas, excellent Mexican food, dreamy patio. One of my faves.
Lots of good restaurants in this market! I highly recommend Green Seed and Crema Coffee shop!
283 locals recommend
The Denver Central Market
2669 Larimer StLots of good restaurants in this market! I highly recommend Green Seed and Crema Coffee shop!
Delicious wood-fired pizza with creative toppings, Prosecco on tap and yummy oysters in a really fun environment with a great patio!
143 locals recommend
Cart-Driver
2500 Larimer StDelicious wood-fired pizza with creative toppings, Prosecco on tap and yummy oysters in a really fun environment with a great patio!
Il Posto
2601 Larimer StMy favorite Italian in Denver in a chic setting and great area of town
James Beard Award semifinalist Dana Rodriguez has generated national buzz for her unique blend of American and Latin flavors.
268 locals recommend
Work & Class
2500 Larimer StJames Beard Award semifinalist Dana Rodriguez has generated national buzz for her unique blend of American and Latin flavors.
Aspiring restaurateurs run this breezy lunch counter, serving primarily Latin American and Syrian cuisine.
8 locals recommend
Comal Heritage Food Incubator
1950 Ringsby CtAspiring restaurateurs run this breezy lunch counter, serving primarily Latin American and Syrian cuisine.
La Abeja
508 East Colfax AvenueDelicious tacos!
Uchi Denver
2500 Lawrence StGet the chef's tasting menu. It's expensive but worth it!
The Bindery
1817 Central StElegant space with unique dishes
Daughter Thai Kitchen & Bar
1700 Platte StUpscaleThai with bold flavors and fresh ingredients
Tiny neighborhood eatery with some of the best dishes I've had in Denver. Classic European with local ingredients = chef's kiss!
154 locals recommend
The Plimoth
2335 E 28th AveTiny neighborhood eatery with some of the best dishes I've had in Denver. Classic European with local ingredients = chef's kiss!
Safta Restaurant
3330 Brighton BlvdMediterranean cuisine that will blow your mind.
Dim sum-style small plates offer diners tastes of Oaxaca, Yucatán, Puerto Rico and other Latin American culinary hotbeds. A really fun atmosphere too!
47 locals recommend
SuperMegaBien
1260 25th StDim sum-style small plates offer diners tastes of Oaxaca, Yucatán, Puerto Rico and other Latin American culinary hotbeds. A really fun atmosphere too!
Parks & Nature
My favorite park and very close to the apartment! Every weekend, you'll find locals playing volleyball, basketball, tennis, Bocce, etc. here or enjoying a few drinks in the grass with friends. It's beautiful and has a great walking/cycling/rollerblading trail all around the park!
738 locals recommend
Washington Park
My favorite park and very close to the apartment! Every weekend, you'll find locals playing volleyball, basketball, tennis, Bocce, etc. here or enjoying a few drinks in the grass with friends. It's beautiful and has a great walking/cycling/rollerblading trail all around the park!
The largest park in Denver - during non COVID times, come here on Sundays for Jazz in the Park to hear great music, sample delicious food from local food trucks or bring your own picnic and experience the soul of Denver!
745 locals recommend
City Park
2001 Colorado BlvdThe largest park in Denver - during non COVID times, come here on Sundays for Jazz in the Park to hear great music, sample delicious food from local food trucks or bring your own picnic and experience the soul of Denver!
Shopping
FM
55 N BroadwayOn-trend clothing, jewelry, sunglasses
Dona Forta
4309 W 44th AveGreat women's clothing boutique in the Berkeley neighborhood.
Women's boutique with affordable clothing, shoes and accessories. The staff are incredible!
Hailee Grace
1436 Larimer StWomen's boutique with affordable clothing, shoes and accessories. The staff are incredible!
The Free Market is home to local shops of all sorts. Across the alley is the Dairy Block, which has restaurants, a great bar and a few small shops as well. This is a great way to spend your afternoon in downtown Denver!
146 locals recommend
Denver Milk Market
1800 Wazee StThe Free Market is home to local shops of all sorts. Across the alley is the Dairy Block, which has restaurants, a great bar and a few small shops as well. This is a great way to spend your afternoon in downtown Denver!
Great menswear boutique with sustainable brands made in the USA
9 locals recommend
Berkeley Supply Company
4040 Tennyson StGreat menswear boutique with sustainable brands made in the USA
Collection of home decor, clothing, and accessories shops in a really cool space in a great neighborhood (RiNo) to explore
13 locals recommend
Modern Nomad
2936 Larimer StCollection of home decor, clothing, and accessories shops in a really cool space in a great neighborhood (RiNo) to explore
Miller Lane Mercantile
4234 W 44th AveBeautiful store with curated home goods and a tranquil, relaxing vibe
Topo's flagship store - come for the cool backpacks, hats, wallets, etc. Stay for the amazing dining and walkability nearby!
27 locals recommend
Topo Designs
2500 Larimer StTopo's flagship store - come for the cool backpacks, hats, wallets, etc. Stay for the amazing dining and walkability nearby!
Blush
4305 W 44th AveWomen's boutique
Steadbrook
3151 Larimer StReally cool menswear store. Can't miss
Timber Trade Company
1717 Pearl StreetMenswear clothing store with made in the US denim and mountain man flannels
Meek Vintage
2901 Blake StreetIncredible vintage and modern finds
Locally-owned, independent outdoor shop. You can purchase new and used outdoor gear here OR rent gear for your adventures while visiting!
15 locals recommend
Feral
3936 Tennyson StLocally-owned, independent outdoor shop. You can purchase new and used outdoor gear here OR rent gear for your adventures while visiting!
Lady Jones
4016 Tennyson StWomen's clothing boutique
Stitch Boutique of Denver
4500 W 38th AveWomen's clothing boutique
Drinks & Nightlife
Historians Ale House
24 BroadwayGood beers, cool atmosphere
The food isn't worth the price in my opinion, but definitely stop in here for an amazing cocktail and a truly unique ambiance!
106 locals recommend
Beatrice & Woodsley
38 S BroadwayThe food isn't worth the price in my opinion, but definitely stop in here for an amazing cocktail and a truly unique ambiance!
Local liquor store around the corner with a drive-thru and decent wine selection
16 locals recommend
Logan Liquors
100 S Logan StLocal liquor store around the corner with a drive-thru and decent wine selection
Adrift
218 S BroadwayTiki cocktails in a fun environment not too far from the apartment!
The famous NYC bar's second outpost, you can find craft cocktails, incredible decor and a great rooftop patio to spend a warm afternoon!
83 locals recommend
Death & Co Denver
1280 25th StThe famous NYC bar's second outpost, you can find craft cocktails, incredible decor and a great rooftop patio to spend a warm afternoon!
I love coming here for a few glasses of wine. It's a great space, and the wine is fantastic!
66 locals recommend
Bigsby's Folly Craft Winery & Restaurant
3563 Wazee StI love coming here for a few glasses of wine. It's a great space, and the wine is fantastic!
Really cool vintage-y vibes and great cocktails. Weird location, nothing else is super close, so if you come here, plan to spend some time!
28 locals recommend
Fort Greene
321 E 45th AveReally cool vintage-y vibes and great cocktails. Weird location, nothing else is super close, so if you come here, plan to spend some time!
The huge outdoor space is what makes this local favorite a true gem! You can find food trucks, coffee, and drinks while playing on the turf on a sunny day or sitting around a fire pit on a cool evening!
75 locals recommend
Improper City
3201 Walnut StThe huge outdoor space is what makes this local favorite a true gem! You can find food trucks, coffee, and drinks while playing on the turf on a sunny day or sitting around a fire pit on a cool evening!
Our Mutual Friend Malt & Brew
2810 Larimer StA local favorite for craft beers
One of my favorite bars in Denver with amazing ambiance and creative cocktails.
33 locals recommend
Lady Jane
2021 W 32nd AveOne of my favorite bars in Denver with amazing ambiance and creative cocktails.
Entertainment & Activities
Skip the movie megaplex and watch the latest indie flicks at this 85-year-old art deco building.
180 locals recommend
Landmark's Mayan Theatre
110 North BroadwaySkip the movie megaplex and watch the latest indie flicks at this 85-year-old art deco building.
The Art District on Santa Fe hosts the very popular First Friday Art Walk (5-9 p.m. monthly), when the galleries have an open-house ambiance to promote their contemporary, emerging and traditional art to crowds of mingling and mixing people.
69 locals recommend
Art District on Santa Fe
858 Santa Fe DrThe Art District on Santa Fe hosts the very popular First Friday Art Walk (5-9 p.m. monthly), when the galleries have an open-house ambiance to promote their contemporary, emerging and traditional art to crowds of mingling and mixing people.
Union Station has some great shops, restaurants and bars. It was renovated in 2014 and is truly a must see! I recommend having lunch or dinner at Mercantile Dining & Provisions.
217 locals recommend
Union Station LRT Nb
Union Station has some great shops, restaurants and bars. It was renovated in 2014 and is truly a must see! I recommend having lunch or dinner at Mercantile Dining & Provisions.
One of my favorite places to catch some music and delicious BBQ. Most menu items sell out, so come early!
19 locals recommend
Globe Hall
4483 Logan StreetOne of my favorite places to catch some music and delicious BBQ. Most menu items sell out, so come early!
RISE Comedy
1260 22nd StFun improv/comedy spot
Check the line-up to see what's playing while you're in town. It's GA only, so you'll want to arrive early. A great place to see live music with a lot of fun bars and restaurants nearby!
283 locals recommend
Ogden Theatre
935 E Colfax AveCheck the line-up to see what's playing while you're in town. It's GA only, so you'll want to arrive early. A great place to see live music with a lot of fun bars and restaurants nearby!
Beautiful gardens to explore and if you're here in the summer, a great place to see live music.
1100 locals recommend
Denver Botanic Gardens
1007 York StBeautiful gardens to explore and if you're here in the summer, a great place to see live music.
Larimer Lounge
2721 Larimer StA true Denver institution and a great place to see live music
If Indie music is your thing, then this venue will hit the spot!
104 locals recommend
Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom & Cervantes' Other Side
2637 Welton StIf Indie music is your thing, then this venue will hit the spot!
Bluebird Theater
3317 E Colfax AveThis is a really great venue for smaller, more intimate shows.
Another outdoor concert venue, the Levitt Pavilion, is the perfect concert venue for those on a budget or who didn't buy tickets in advance. Offering a plethora of free concerts every year, music lovers can catch local and national talents all at no cost. The venue is a favorite amongst Denverites in the summer with its grassy hillside seating and casual outdoor vibe.
29 locals recommend
Levitt Pavilion
1380 W Florida AveAnother outdoor concert venue, the Levitt Pavilion, is the perfect concert venue for those on a budget or who didn't buy tickets in advance. Offering a plethora of free concerts every year, music lovers can catch local and national talents all at no cost. The venue is a favorite amongst Denverites in the summer with its grassy hillside seating and casual outdoor vibe.
Art deco decor and a variety of music genres make this former movie house a must visit for music lovers!
75 locals recommend
Gothic Theatre
3263 S BroadwayArt deco decor and a variety of music genres make this former movie house a must visit for music lovers!
Small venue home to divers genres of music. Arcade Fire, Beach House, MGMT and St. Vincent all played early shows here. Very close to the apartment!
67 locals recommend
The Hi-Dive
7 S BroadwaySmall venue home to divers genres of music. Arcade Fire, Beach House, MGMT and St. Vincent all played early shows here. Very close to the apartment!
A great place to catch R&B, hip hop and jazz shows. Check out their brunch shows!
213 locals recommend
Ophelia's Electric Soapbox
1215 20th StA great place to catch R&B, hip hop and jazz shows. Check out their brunch shows!
Essentials
Sprouts is the best market for organic, local, delicious produce!
422 locals recommend
Sprouts Farmers Market
3625 E Colfax AveSprouts is the best market for organic, local, delicious produce!
Arts & Culture
The Denver Art Museum is a beautiful structure which houses incredible exhibits.
1293 locals recommend
Denver Art Museum
100 W 14th Ave PkwyThe Denver Art Museum is a beautiful structure which houses incredible exhibits.
The best museum in Denver - check out their website for rolling exhibits. They also have a great rooftop bar where they sometimes host pop-up concerts. Do not miss it if there happens to be one while you're in town!
496 locals recommend
Museum of Contemporary Art Denver
1485 Delgany StThe best museum in Denver - check out their website for rolling exhibits. They also have a great rooftop bar where they sometimes host pop-up concerts. Do not miss it if there happens to be one while you're in town!
If you are visiting during the first Friday of the month, I highly recommend attending the First Friday Art Walk in the Santa Fe Arts District. The galleries open for guests to roam through, and there's often food and drinks to be shared as well!
44 locals recommend
Art Walk
Santa Fe DriveIf you are visiting during the first Friday of the month, I highly recommend attending the First Friday Art Walk in the Santa Fe Arts District. The galleries open for guests to roam through, and there's often food and drinks to be shared as well!
Easily one of my favorite things to do in Denver, the Curious Theatre Company is a nonprofit, award-winning theater that hosts shows which tackle contemporary issues through provocative performances.
14 locals recommend
Curious Theatre Company
1080 Acoma StEasily one of my favorite things to do in Denver, the Curious Theatre Company is a nonprofit, award-winning theater that hosts shows which tackle contemporary issues through provocative performances.