03 / STEP OUTSIDE
Find your kind
of Denver.
Coffee around the corner, a table in LoHi, and city adventures beyond. Explore all 28 local favorites from your host’s guide.
Slow mornings.
COFFEE & PASTRIES
Steam Espresso Bar
Handcrafted coffee, espresso drinks, fresh pastries and a relaxed outdoor patio. A neighborhood favorite for morning coffee or a quiet break.
COFFEE
Little Owl Coffee — LoHi
A modern neighborhood coffee shop with single-origin espresso, pour-overs and fresh morning pastries.
BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
Fox and The Hen
A lively breakfast and brunch spot with creative takes on morning classics, pastries and breakfast cocktails.
Around the table.
MEXICAN
Alma Fonda Fina
Contemporary Mexican cooking in an intimate dining room, with creative small plates and masa dishes. Plan ahead for reservations.
MIDDLE EASTERN
Ash’Kara
Israeli and Middle Eastern-inspired cooking with wood-fired pita, hummus, falafel and dishes made for sharing.
FOOD HALL & CITY VIEWS
Avanti Food and Beverage
A food hall with a choice of kitchens, multiple bars and rooftop views of downtown Denver. Head upstairs around sunset.
ITALIAN
Bar Dough
An energetic Italian neighborhood spot serving handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and weekend brunch.
TAPAS & SKYLINE VIEWS
El Five
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired tapas, paella, cocktails and panoramic city views from a fifth-floor dining room and patio.
BURGERS & CRAFT BEER
Highland Tap and Burger
A casual neighborhood tavern with gourmet burgers, Colorado craft beers and TVs for game day.
GLOBAL SMALL PLATES
Linger
Global street-food-inspired small plates and a lively rooftop lounge in a former mortuary, with skyline views and a retro rooftop bar.
DUMPLINGS & DIM SUM
Nana’s Dim Sum and Dumplings
Handmade dumplings, bao, noodles and Chinese dim sum favorites in a lively setting. A good choice for sharing small plates.
WINE & SMALL PLATES
Postino LoHi
Wine and bruschetta boards in a restored neighborhood building with an inviting patio. A relaxed stop for light bites and conversation.
BEER GARDEN
Recess Beer Garden — LoHi
A spacious neighborhood beer garden with picnic tables, outdoor games, craft beers and casual food.
SEASONAL & GLOBALLY INSPIRED
Root Down
Seasonal, globally inspired food in a converted gas station, with vegetarian and gluten-free choices and a lively neighborhood atmosphere.
ITALIAN & GLOBAL INFLUENCES
Spuntino
An intimate neighborhood restaurant serving Italian cooking with South Indian influences, handmade pasta, house-made breads and gelato. Settle in for a leisurely dinner.
A sweet finish. One more round.
SOMETHING SWEET
Little Man Ice Cream
Look for the iconic oversized steel cream can. Handmade ice cream, fresh waffle cones and a lively outdoor plaza make this a fun neighborhood stop.
COCKTAILS
Williams and Graham
A speakeasy behind a bookstore entrance, serving carefully made cocktails in an intimate setting. Reservations are recommended.
COCKTAIL LOUNGE
Lady Jane
A stylish neighborhood cocktail lounge with seasonal drinks, aperitifs and a welcoming space for pre-dinner drinks or an evening with friends.
WINE & SMALL PLATES
Golden Hour Wine Bar and Social Club
A cozy wine bar featuring natural wines and small plates, suited to a relaxed evening or a glass of wine with friends.
Take the scenic route.
ON FOOT
LoHi Neighborhood Walk
Explore historic brick homes, modern architecture, shops and patios. Start near West 32nd Avenue and Tejon Street, then stroll along 32nd Avenue toward Clay Street. The map marks the starting intersection.
A WALK TOWARD DOWNTOWN
Highland Bridge
A pedestrian bridge over I-25 linking LoHi with Riverfront Park, Union Station and downtown Denver. A good stop for skyline photos and a walk toward the river paths.
RIVER PATHS
Confluence Park
Explore the riverbanks and walking paths where Cherry Creek meets the South Platte River. Watch kayakers or follow the paved riverside trail on foot or by bike.
BASEBALL & CITY VIEWS
Coors Field
Home of the Colorado Rockies. Catch a baseball game or enjoy the views from The Rooftop during a stadium visit. Check schedules and ticket availability before visiting.
A CITY OUTING
Denver Botanic Gardens
Themed gardens, a tropical conservatory and seasonal displays at the York Street gardens in the Cheesman Park area. A peaceful outing; check hours and tickets before visiting.
Stock up & settle in.
LOCAL GROCERIES
Leevers Locavore
A community-focused grocery store with local produce, organic groceries, specialty goods, bakery items and prepared foods. On-site and nearby street parking.
EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS
King Soopers — Union Station
A full-service supermarket with everyday groceries, a bakery, deli and pharmacy. Garage and surface parking options for shoppers.
GROCERIES & PHARMACY
Safeway — Federal Boulevard
Groceries, household supplies, fresh produce, meat and seafood, and a pharmacy. Large on-site surface parking lot.
ZERO-WASTE GROCERIES
Nude Foods Market
A zero-waste grocery store with local organic produce, bulk foods and plastic-free household goods. Customer and nearby street parking.
These recommendations come from your host’s guide. Check current opening hours, menus, reservations, parking signs and ticket availability before you head out.