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 →

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 →

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 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 →

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 →

Mile High Dining and friend went to Paperboy for a brunch. One of the few times I ate out at brunch time in years. Paperboy originated in Austin Texas and Denver is one of its only outposts. The restaurant can seat about 75 inside plus a small outdoor area. It’s open for breakfast and lunch … Continue reading Paperboy →

Mile High Dining went to the far side of Denver to enjoy oysters by Oyster Wulff. It was once again a pop-up oyster bar at the Side Pony bar/restaurant. These oysters have so much more flavor than grocery store ones as his are flown in overnight from Maine. My plate of oysters were paired with … Continue reading Oyster Wulff →

After trying to obtain reservations for weeks, Mile High Dining and friend secured a Friday evening at Dear Emilia. It’s an upscale Italian restaurant. We sat at the chef’s counter, but there were no chefs, only a server. The interior of the restaurant needs some color, like artwork or flowers as it’s very plain looking. Food options … Continue reading Dear Emilia →

My Neighbor Felix - Centennial hosted a 6 course meal paired with 6 tequila flights. The 6 courses were cohosted with flights of Don Julio Tequila. Each food dish and tequila drink was explained by the head chef and a representative of Don Julio Tequila. The diner lasted almost 3 hours and Mile High Dining … Continue reading My Neighbor Felix- Don Julio →

Ash and Agave just opened in the Cherry Creek Mall. It’s inspired by the coast of Mexico and it’s centered around a woodfired grill. It’s the sister of a nearby restaurant, Blue Island Oyster Farm. Ash and Agave has a good looking feel with a beautiful bar and a large hanging lamps over the seating … Continue reading Ash and Agave →