Guide to Local Hotspots: Denver
Coffee Shop
Woman-owned coffee shop with trendy decor, an abundance of plants (for sale!), and one of the best matcha lattes in town.
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Copper Door Coffee Roasters
7581 E Academy BlvdWoman-owned coffee shop with trendy decor, an abundance of plants (for sale!), and one of the best matcha lattes in town.
Hearth
Outdoor Favorites
Beautiful park with plenty of trails for walking, biking, and jogging. Has a lovely man-made pond in the center, and is adjacent to Denver Zoo! Wonderful spot to take your dogs for a stroll!
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Stadspark
2001 Colorado BlvdBeautiful park with plenty of trails for walking, biking, and jogging. Has a lovely man-made pond in the center, and is adjacent to Denver Zoo! Wonderful spot to take your dogs for a stroll!
A classic concert venue, this is also open during daytime hours for those seeking hiking opportunities in and around the amphitheater!
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Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda ParkwayA classic concert venue, this is also open during daytime hours for those seeking hiking opportunities in and around the amphitheater!
Located just outside the Botanical Gardens, this sprawling park is beautiful at all times of the year. You won’t want to miss a stroll around this place.
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Cheesman Park
Located just outside the Botanical Gardens, this sprawling park is beautiful at all times of the year. You won’t want to miss a stroll around this place.
Food Scene
These are the places I always take friends visiting from out of town, and have been to time and time and time again. They also feature excellent vegetarian options!
Incredible tasting menu (veggie one is life-changing), top-notch service, and wondrous ambiance. This is one of the places I always take guests, and they are never disappointed.
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Uchi Denver
2500 Lawrence StIncredible tasting menu (veggie one is life-changing), top-notch service, and wondrous ambiance. This is one of the places I always take guests, and they are never disappointed.
Fun vibes, and fresh Baja cuisine come together for the perfect casual dining experience. A great place to take a group, or for date night. The grilled corn is not to be missed!
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Perdida
1066 South Gaylord StreetFun vibes, and fresh Baja cuisine come together for the perfect casual dining experience. A great place to take a group, or for date night. The grilled corn is not to be missed!
My friend from NYC said these were the best tapas he's ever had. Classy place for happy hour, or a full meal. We've enjoyed the full tasting menu a few times, and had no regrets. Fresh bread and drinks aplenty ensure no one will leave without being satisfied. Incredible vegetarian options as well.
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Barcelona Wine Bar
2900 Larimer StMy friend from NYC said these were the best tapas he's ever had. Classy place for happy hour, or a full meal. We've enjoyed the full tasting menu a few times, and had no regrets. Fresh bread and drinks aplenty ensure no one will leave without being satisfied. Incredible vegetarian options as well.
Seasonal, vegetable-forward dining in a curated environment. Everything we ate was incredible, and so very aesthetic. The zero proof cocktails are winners!
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Wildflower
3638 Navajo StreetSeasonal, vegetable-forward dining in a curated environment. Everything we ate was incredible, and so very aesthetic. The zero proof cocktails are winners!
Local favorite boasts friendly service, and THE best sandwiches in the city. The gluten-free bread is wildly delicious, and comes from a local bakery in Aurora. Don't forget to get some chips from the Denver Chip Company on the side! There are two locations.
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Curtis Park Delicatessen
2532 Champa StLocal favorite boasts friendly service, and THE best sandwiches in the city. The gluten-free bread is wildly delicious, and comes from a local bakery in Aurora. Don't forget to get some chips from the Denver Chip Company on the side! There are two locations.
Cooper Lounge
1701 Wynkoop StFun place to wait for your train, or just to hang out downtown
WELLth
2636 Walnut StreetIncredible juices and smoothies! The Unicorn is a favorite.
Casual, beachy Aussie brunch spot. The lemon hibiscus cookies are a breakout favorite.
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Stowaway Kitchen
2528 Walnut StCasual, beachy Aussie brunch spot. The lemon hibiscus cookies are a breakout favorite.
Retail Shops
Looking to support a local store that features quality, Colorado-made equipment, cozy loungewear, and an incredible collection of pre-owned gems (in excellent condition)? Look no further than Feral, located in the bustling Tennyson district.
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Feral
3936 Tennyson StLooking to support a local store that features quality, Colorado-made equipment, cozy loungewear, and an incredible collection of pre-owned gems (in excellent condition)? Look no further than Feral, located in the bustling Tennyson district.
Trying to find a one-of-kind gift? Check out Sacred Thistle. From plants, to pottery, to perfume, this cozy artisanal shop sources their items from all over the world. A favorite spot of mine.
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Sacred Thistle
1110 Acoma StTrying to find a one-of-kind gift? Check out Sacred Thistle. From plants, to pottery, to perfume, this cozy artisanal shop sources their items from all over the world. A favorite spot of mine.
One of the most beautiful antique shops I’ve ever been in. My coat rack (from early last century) was found here, and the table in the guest room is a vintage find sourced from Maine!
Watson & Co
1524 S BroadwayOne of the most beautiful antique shops I’ve ever been in. My coat rack (from early last century) was found here, and the table in the guest room is a vintage find sourced from Maine!