We found a beautiful place to enjoy the sunshine and the countryside at Acreage by Stem Ciders. Acreage is located on the north edge of the metro Denver area with a great view of the Rocky Mountains. It has lots of outdoor seating and even play areas for children. Plan ahead to reserve one of … Continue reading Acreage →

Mile High Dining and a neighbor went to the new Pomodoro restaurant housed in the former Greek restaurant , Monaco Inn. It’s now Italian. The original Pomodoro is still in business in Aurora. Pomodoro has a very extensive menu including pizza, pasta, entrees, and many other options. There is no option for reservations online but … Continue reading Pomodoro →

On my way home on a beautiful Friday afternoon, Mile High Dining stopped at Cuba Cuba in Glendale for a snack. I have driven by Cuba Cuba many times and never realized they have an outside patio. Since it was 82°, I sat outside in the sun with just a little shade. Cuba Cuba has … Continue reading Cuba Cuba Glendale →

After the Denver Nuggets basketball losing game, I treated myself to Chinese food. MAKfam is a small restaurant made up of mostly countertop seating. MAKfam was awarded the Bib Gourmand from Michelin for good quality and good value food. That is impressive for the husband and wife owner/chef team that started as a pop-up in … Continue reading MAKfam →

Mile High Dining and a neighbor friend walked to Mendocino Farms. It’s basically a sandwich and salad restaurant that recently opened in North Cherry Creek. Mendocino is a large chain restaurant business based in California with about 60 places in several states. Mile High Dining tries to eat at locally owned restaurant, but made an … Continue reading Mendocino Farms →

Mile High Dining enjoyed a week of playing golf in Las Vegas and splurged one evening for a dinner at the Vetri Cucina. It’s located at the Palms resort on the top 56th floor. A great view of Las Vegas is provided after you walk through the maze of casino machines on the main floor. … Continue reading Vetri Cucina Las Vegas →

Off to another new Mexican restaurant, Los Dos Potrillos (Colorado Blvd). It’s located in Denver and was filled with many customers. The Ramirez family now operates 6 restaurants in the greater Denver metro area. They freshened up the old vacant Hacienda Colorado restaurant location. It’s first come first serve so plan ahead. Each of us … Continue reading Los Dos Potrillos →

Another visit to the entertainment capital of all restaurants, Casa Bonita. Mile High Dining is a member of the Founders club making it a little easier to make a reservation. But when you arrive, it’s just like the airport you stand in line to check in at the security.  Once inside, they escort you to … Continue reading Casa Bonita →

The weather was sunny and warm to enjoy the newly opened Schoolyard Beer Garden. It's in the historic Evans school just south of the Art Museum. The building has been vacant for over 50 years and now it’s been remodeled and it’s good inside and out. There are lots of beer and food options with … Continue reading Schoolyard Beer Garden →

Mile High Dining visited one of the newest upscale Mexican restaurants in Miami, Florida. Bistro 8 is located on the end of a small strip mall but once inside its well decorated. The three of us shared 3 appetizers and 2 main dishes. A complementary petit fours were presented and they were covered by parmesan … Continue reading Bistro 8 →