Mile High Dining went to the Corsica Wine Bar that opened earlier this year. It's related by ownership to the Barcelona Wine Bar just blocks away. Corsica is much larger than it appears outside with indoor seating for 100+ and a patio. The food has lots of small plate options. The wine by glass offers … Continue reading Corsica Wine Bar
Introduction to 5280dining.blog
I am a retired attorney and Magistrate / Judge who enjoys going out to eat in the Denver, Co area. This city has become a mecca for great food. This past week, we went to two restaurants in Denver, Wolf's Tailor and Ivy. Both are new and worth the trip. This Blog is a new … Continue reading Introduction to 5280dining.blog
Milpero
Mile High Dining and a friend ate at Milpero which is a small chef‘s counter restaurant featuring 18 Mexican tasting dishes. It’s part of the Michelin star restaurant group, Alma Fonda Fina, and Mezcaleria. Only 16 people eat per night in shifts of eight. You start at the cold food counter, and then move to … Continue reading Milpero
Midsummer Night’s Dinner
Midsummer Night’s Farm Dinner was hosted by several restaurants and their chefs to celebrate the food culture of herbs and vegetables! When I arrived at Esoterra Culinary Garden in Boulder County, I enjoyed walking throughout the rows of herbs and vegetables. Later, we received a guided tour explaining many of the veggies and herbs! These … Continue reading Midsummer Night’s Dinner
Waldos Chicken and Beer
At Waldos newest location just off Cherry Creek, Mile High Dining and neighbor enjoyed a casual dinner. One orders at the counter and your chicken is delivered to the table. My friend had the three chicken tenders basket with honey mustard sauce, and a side order of french fries. The tenders were delicious, especially with … Continue reading Waldos Chicken and Beer
Silvia
Mile High Dining and family visited the Catskill Mountains in New York and ate at Sylvia in Woodstock. It wasn’t the location of the famous concert but close. The three of us enjoyed the outing, especially after a lengthy drive on narrow mountain roads. Sylvia has a large selection of foods. We shared four starters, … Continue reading Silvia
Via Cassia
Mile High Dining and family ate at Via Cassia in Hudson, New York. It’s one of the friendliest restaurants where I have ever eaten. One of the owners even greeted us at the Front door upon entry. The three of us shared a kale salad and a cheese plate. We were allowed to taste three … Continue reading Via Cassia
Denver Greek Festival
Mile High Dining spent part of an afternoon at the Denver Greek Festival. Since it was 90+ degrees and lots of black asphalt, time was limited. This year, the festival improved by having several food stations. I selected the gyros and baklava. The gyros were fairly priced and were delicious. The pork was lightly seasoned … Continue reading Denver Greek Festival
Madeline
Eating at Madeline is like going home for dinner. It’s located in the building that housed the Fruition restaurant which Mile High Dining always loved and now we love Madeline. A friend and I enjoyed dinner on a busy Friday evening. It’s a cozy but very comfortable setting. As for food, we shared the beet carpaccio … Continue reading Madeline
Spice Room
It was a rainy evening, so Mile High Dining and friend went to the Spice Room to enjoy spicy Indian food. Spice Room has three restaurant locations and we chose the Colfax spot as it’s extra large and bright. The menu is overwhelming as there are over 100 dishes listed, especially for an Indian food … Continue reading Spice Room
Ukiyo
Ukiyo is a Japanese omakase dining spot hidden in a small alley in downtown Denver. It has received a Michelin recommendation for above average food. Mile High Dining and friend had the 19 different little tasting dishes of fish and sushi. You sit at a chef’s counter with only 12 seats, but it allows you … Continue reading Ukiyo
Bites of Europe
While playing lots of golf and attending music concerts in Las Vegas, Mile High Dining found time for dinner at Bites of Europe. The restaurant serves European dishes, including schnitzel, spaghetti, and many other options from different countries of Europe. We shared the papatos bravas which are fried potatoes with paprika aïoli dipping sauce. They … Continue reading Bites of Europe