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
Sweet Ginger
After driving to various places, such as Idaho Springs and Broomfield to enjoy a meal, Mile High Dining walked to Sweet Ginger. It’s a neighborhood sushi and Asian bistro restaurant. Entry is down steep steps through the outdoor seating area. Mile High Dining sat at the chef’s counter to watch the sushi chefs work. I … Continue reading Sweet Ginger
Little Man – Cherry Creek
Since it was about 90° on my walk to the library, I stopped at Little Man Ice Cream. It’s a new addition to Cherry Creek and with the outside patio, it’s a summer treat. Mile High Dinning chose the lemon gelato with two toppings, almonds, and whipped cream. I sat outside and the cool gelato … Continue reading Little Man – Cherry Creek
Wash Park Social
On busy South Gaylord Street, Wash Park Social is located on the corner of restaurant row. Mile High Dining and friend ate mid week for a change at Wash Park Social. It‘s causal style with a beautiful one half circle bar. The food menu is very extensive and mid priced. We selected the happy hour … Continue reading Wash Park Social
Florence Supper Club
After trying for months to obtain a table reservation, Mile High Dining finally figured out a way to eat at the Florence Supper Club. We arrived at 4:40 p.m. and stood in a line outside the restaurant until they opened it to secure two of the seats at the first come, first served bar. The Supper Club … Continue reading Florence Supper Club
Beau Jo’s Pizza – Idaho Springs
Beau Jo’s has been serving pizza at their original location in Idaho Springs since the 1970’s. It’s speciality is a thick crust where you pour honey onto it to finish your pizza. Mile High Dining and friend drove to the top of Mount Blue Sky and enjoyed a late lunch sitting outside after a scary … Continue reading Beau Jo’s Pizza – Idaho Springs
Oyster Wulff
Oyster Wulff at Cerebral Brewery was enjoyable on a hot Sunday afternoon. Fresh oysters and a beer make it a good way to beat the heat. Oyster Wulff oyster’s are from Maine and shipped overnight to Denver and were served at the pop up at the brewery off East Colfax. The oysters are very flavorful … Continue reading Oyster Wulff
Mountain Thai Kitchen
Mile High Dining met a long time friend at Mountain Thai Kitchen for lunch. It’s a casual restaurant where you order from the menu from pictures posted on the wall and then you walk over to the counter to order. You sit at a table and the food is delivered table side. I had the … Continue reading Mountain Thai Kitchen
Molotov Kitschen
A small and cozy Ukrainian restaurant describes Molotov Kitschen. It was founded in January 2023 by its chef -owner, Bo Porytko and the food is focused on his Ukrainian heritage. It has received national attention by the New York Times which listed it as one of their favorite restaurants in the United States for 2023. … Continue reading Molotov Kitschen
SHEEP by The Wolf’s Tailor
SHEEP is a temporary pop-up restaurant in the Clayton Hotel. It’s headed by Chef Kelly Whitaker, and his team from Denver‘s only two star Michelin restaurant, The Wolf’s Tailor. They focus on a four course menu with options for two of the courses. Many of the dishes are prepared over an open fire. Two of … Continue reading SHEEP by The Wolf’s Tailor
Jack’s – Lone Tree
Jack’s – Lone Tree is a new modern steakhouse featuring steaks and seafood dishes. The original Jack’s on South Pearl is open as usual. The Lone Tree location is beautiful except you use a flight of steps to reach the dining room located on the second floor. Mile High Dining and two friends had a Friday … Continue reading Jack’s – Lone Tree