Highland Haven Creekside Inn

4395 Independence Trl
Evergreen, CO 80439

Lori M. writes: Its private wooded location on rippling Bear Creek is just one of the courtships of this intimate Evergreen slumbering haven, just 30 minutes west of Denver.

A rustic mountain-meets-cosmopolit an luxury theme --- log beams, glowing gas fireplaces,…

Old South Pearl Street

Between Louisiana St and Iowa St
Denver, CO 80238

Lori M. writes: The sultry voice of an acoustic folk singer, the lingering aroma of freshly brewed coffee, perfect peaches just plucked from the tree limbs, flowers so redolent, you'd think they were just pulled from a backyard garden, stylish restaurantts and…

Rancho Liborio

10400 E Colfax Ave
Aurora, CO 80010

Thomas S. writes: This place is absolutely amazing.  You wouldn't think that this used to be a King Soopers.  This store not only carries everything you'd want at a grocery store, but they also have the things that you can't find anywhere else.  Their produce…

Apple Ridge Cafe

3790 Kipling St
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

Andy P. writes: HOT-DAMN THAT PIE IS GOOD!

When we came into this little diner, we were greeted with a friendly smile and seated immediately. We sat down and ordered the specials, and with that we got our choice of soup, salad, or pie. Pie!? Sign me up!

The lunch was…

Flirt
Neighborhood: Southeast, Washington Park

1039 S Gaylord St
Denver, CO 80209

juliet l. writes: LOVE my new -do!  

Pam knew how to deal wtih my type/texture hair and was so thoughtful about the drastic changes I wanted to make (go from mid-back-length hair to just-above-the-ears style).

The place has an edgy, hip vibe, but without the attitude…

US Thai

5228 W 25th Ave
Edgewater, CO 80214

Daniel G. writes: I studied abroad in Thailand and US Thai is the best and most authentic Thai I've had in Denver.  So many places like Swing and Tommy's are afraid to use flavor and are little more than Chinese food in bad drag.  

Here's what I ordered:

Som Tam (papaya…

Aurora Summit Steak House
Neighborhood: Southeast

2700 Havana St.
Aurora, CO 80010

Lori M. writes: You gotta give a restaurant that's been in business for more than two decades the credit it deserves.

That said, this is not my hangout of choice, by any stretch of the imagination, but your parents may very well love it -- your grandparents certainly…

Rhapsody's at Clear Creek

1027 Washington Ave
Golden, CO 80402

Jelena W. writes: My parents and I went to Rhapsody's to celebrate my mother's birthday this year. With greatly varying tastes in our family, rare is the restaurant that can please all of us- when out of town family visits, the difficulty level skyrockets to…

Nguyen Hue Vietnamese Pho Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southwest

333 S Federal Blvd
Denver, CO 80238

Lori M. writes: This vatican of Vietnam in the Far East Center is a super stop for healthy, flavor-bombed, and flat-out delicious Asian food. Especially notable are the seafood dishes and assemble-them-yourself Vietnamese spring rolls. The spread includes a dozen or…

Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

645 South Broadway
Boulder, CO 80305

Amanda W. writes: Is it weird that I like hanging out at a pharmacy?

This place is so cool. They have a beautiful fish tank, free water and tea, awesome greeting cards, gifts, organic beauty products, traditional and alternative health care items. I love reading the…

Fire Bowl Cafe

3003 W 104th Ave
Ste 500
Westminster, CO 80030

Warren P. writes: At first the "Fire noodles" I got tasted good but as I ate it became less appealing. I have only eaten here once so I can't say definitively if I just had a bad batch but I probably won't try it again. My brother said his soup was really good but a…

Little India
Neighborhood: Southeast, University

2390 S Downing St
Denver, CO 80210

Dan W. writes: As far as Indian food in Denver goes, India's (I should review separately since it's a totally different place) and the Little India mini-chain are my favorites.  But if you live in central Denver, the Little India's on Downing is great if only…

Denver Design Center
Neighborhood: Southwest, Baker

595 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80209

sherri s. writes: The DDC is a market of fashionable and modern interior design wholesalers that have recently opened their doors to the public. You can find the latest fabrics from all over the world at places like Wesco Fabrics and Kravet. You can find unique and…

Chambers Wines & Liquors

15260 E Iliff Ave
Aurora, CO 80014

Warren P. writes: For those who are connoisseurs of the fermented beverage type.  Chambers Wine and Liquor offers a large selection of imported and domestic wine, beer and hard alcohol. I have been a patron for years now and have never had a negative experience.

When I…

Sushi Boat
Neighborhood: Southeast

3460 S Locust St
Denver, CO 80222

Allison M. writes: The location makes this a hidden gem. Every time we go the place is lightly populated, even during dinner rush hour. The place is set up like a low-key, comfortable Japenese restaurant, no trendy, mod furniture or decorations here. Their sushi bar is…

Super Star Asian Cuisine
Neighborhood: Southwest

2200 W Alameda Ave
#5A
Denver, CO 80238

Toni L. writes: I cannot believe something so ghetto Asian exists in Colorado. It's so authentically Chinese from the lazy susans, to the screaming Cantonese women, that I almost thought I was in Monterey Park at home. Anyway, this place is good and satisfied my dim…

Cabin Creek Smokehouse BBQ

25997 Conifer Rd
Conifer, CO 80433

Doug Y. writes: Well as some of you know I'm looking to buy massive quantities of Q for the kid's grad party. We thought we'd take a ride up to Cabin Creek in Aspen Park because although I had eaten their ribs at last year's Q contest in Dillon and loved them, I…

Cost Plus World Market

9559 E County Line Rd
Englewood, CO 80112

John C. writes: Most of our stuff comes from this place (dining room table, coffee table, bookshelves, etc) because we've found they have reasonable prices, interesting pieces, and for the most part, everything seems to be fairly well made for the price.

The Wrangler
Neighborhood: Northwest, Uptown

1700 Logan St
Denver, CO 80203

franklin t. writes: bears, twinks, brokebacks... what more can you want? very hip place.

Ming's Dynasty Chinese Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southeast

4251 E Mississippi Ave
Denver, CO 80246

Harmony O. writes: Ex in-laws invited me to dinner a few weeks ago.  Ex hubby went out and got us a big bag of take-out food from Ming's Dynasty.  The curry was good.  Chicken curry.  That's what my daughter ordered.  The egg rolls were good, not too greasy.  The sweet…

Safeway Food & Drug
Neighborhood: Southeast

6220 E 14th Ave
Denver, CO 80220

Sasha S. writes: I really like this store, but....  Without too much medical history here, I have only vomited about 12 times in my whole life (and I'm closer to 40 than 20...much closer)  Anyway, I have had food poisoning that I believe was acquired at this Safeway…

Hilton Garden Inn

1050 Plaza Dr
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Mike L. writes: This is a new Hilton Garden Inn in the Highlands Ranch business park right besides the big Lucent building. The good thing is that everything looks new here. Every room comes with a 21" flat panel TV!!! The hotel comes with indoor fitness center and…

Lowry Liquors
Neighborhood: Southeast

200 Quebec St
Denver, CO 80230

sherri s. writes: Wine being one of my favorite topics - this is my new favorite liquor store. I initially rolled in looking for the obligatory hostess gift for a party I was attending later in the evening. So, something reasonable in price, but drinkable for the…

Molly Brown House Museum
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

1340 Pennsylvania St
Denver, CO 80203

Carrie R. writes: Don't expect to fill an entire day with a visit here, but it's well worth the $6.50 admission to tour the Unsinkable Molly Brown's home on Pennsylvania.

Built in 1886 and purchased by the Browns in 1894, this fine mansion was quite luckily saved from…

Doors Open Denver
Neighborhood: Northwest, CBD

Denver Office of Cultural Affairs
201 W Colfax Ave, 7th Floor, Dept. 1007
Denver, CO 80202

Carrie R. writes: 2007 was the 3rd Annual Doors Open Denver. I hope they continue to do this year after year!

Over 70 Denver buildings are open to the public, and it's totally free. You can even sign up ahead of time for a free expert guide of some of the buildings.  …

Byers-Evans House Museum
Neighborhood: Southwest, Golden Triangle

1310 Bannock Street
Denver, CO 80204

Carrie R. writes: A fascinating house with amazing ties to local history is open to you for just $5!

The name Byers-Evans comes from the only two families to ever own and inhabit the house in the hundred years from the time it was built until it was given to the…

Governor's Residence at the Boettcher Mansion
Neighborhood: Southwest, Capitol Hill

400 East 8th Avenue
Denver, CO 80203

Carrie R. writes: Built in 1908 by the Cheesman family, Claude Boettcher bought it as a Valentine's Day gift for his wife Edna in 1924. It was Edna that donated it to the state to be used as the governor's residence, a gift accepted by Governor Stephen McNichols in…

Thai Heip

2690 E County Line Rd
Littleton, CO 80126

Robert S. writes: Thai Heip is actually a Thai and Vietnamese restaurant. I labeled it under Vietnamese because I think they actually have more Vietnamese food than Thai. I had a hard time rating this place but finally decided on 4 stars because I have always come…

California Cafe

8505 Park Meadows Ctr Dr
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Jesse B. writes: Two starving girls roll up to the Park Meadows Mall after making the trek from Denver.  What could they possibly hope to get to eat at the MALL? Cheesecake Factory? Not these two! ick.  A greasy slice of cheese pizza from the food court? Hell…

Dj Music Studio

1535 S Havana St Unit A
Aurora, CO 80012

gertrude n. writes: This Karaoke studio is jam-packed with all of the latest pop songs in addition to less mainstream jams!  Every person pays whether or not you sing.  In addition, these places don't allow drinking or smoking inside, so you'll have to drink for courage…

Denver Airport Marriot

16455 E 40th Cir
Aurora, CO 80011

carolynne r. writes: A very nice Marriott, although they all seem to blend together for me anymore as they all look very similar.  The reception area was very nicely decorated, as was the room.  We were there for such a short amount of time I did not get to explore any…

The Little Bear

28075 Highway 74
Evergreen, CO 80439

Kendra M. writes: Low lit biker dive bar is well mentioned whenever mountain road trips come to conversation.  Seated at a booth, I entertained myself with all the carving done by pen or by pocket knife.  There's advertising for live music on different nights of the…

Santiago's II Mexican Restaurant

500 8th St
Dacono, CO 80514

Kendra M. writes: Oh Breakfast Burrito, how I love thee.  You taste so good but are so bad for me.. I feel torn.  Maybe...no I shouldn't...dang it I must!!

If you can't tell from the excerpt from above, go to Santiago's for a breakfast burrito.  My favorite is chorizo.…

Boulder Womens Clinic

4745 Arapahoe Ave Ste 110
Boulder, CO 80303

Alexandra F. writes: The first time I went to the GYNO I fainted in spread eagle.  I am not kidding... might be a little personal, but it is funny now.  I woke up with five nurses staring at my "beautiful" and saying my name to wake me up.  Not the fantasy I had in mind,…

Tap with Ellie

2126 Pearl Street
Boulder, CO 80305

Alexandra F. writes: Tapedy tap tap, tapedy tap tap... shuffle ball change, shuffle ball change... Wing, wing, wing, flapedy flap!

How did you like that number?  I made it up just for you... Ok, so I had been wanting to get back into tap for some time, and was a little…

Hickory House

10335 S Parker Rd
Parker, CO 80134

Craig E. writes: Seriously, the best ribs I've ever had. I've been to Kansas City, they're pretty tasty there, but these are amazing!! People describe meat falling off the bone, but it's usually not true, it's true at the Hickory House, the sauce is incredible and…

Shiraz

9625 E Arapahoe Rd
Greenwood Village, CO 80112

kelli s. writes: I have been to Shiraz quite often over the last few years, and the service is always terrible. The floor is serviced by one server, who is often forgetful (no flatware, no water, etc.) The food is usually very good. If you have 1.5 hours for lunch on…

Platinum Cleaners
Neighborhood: Northeast, Park Hill

6000 E. Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80220

Mary Jo S. writes: Platinum Cleaners is probably the best discovery in months!!!  $1.50 for most items including cashmere and everything is cleaned organically. The facility is clean and everyone who works there is nice. The last time I had gone to a cleaners…

Juice Stop of Arvada

5545 Wadsworth Byp
Arvada, CO 80002

Matthew B. writes: 2 Boys one cup.

I have been coming to this Juice Stop for over 10 years. It has changed ownership at some point, and I had the misfortune of being helped by the owner today.

I should say that if your order is done correctly, then this is a five star…