Food

Review

If you’re looking for a sophisticated brunch eatery, this is the place! Located on E 17th St. and Franklin St. it’s easy to locate for the naked eye. As you walk into the restaurant you first notice the large patio nicely decorated with lots of seating. Two steps further, inside the lingering smell of fresh pastries, recently pulled from the oven, waft over you. The environment inside was very clean and an enthusiastic staff made it an all around exuberant setting. The menu made it hard to make a decision on what I wanted as there were so many different mouth-watering options ranging from french toast, omelettes, hashes, and brunch sandwiches. I ordered a basic breakfast consisting of two eggs made over-easy, two strips of bacon, golden sautéed potatoes, and a side of assorted fruit. Don’t even get me started on the delicious beignet along with an iced vanilla latte. The coffee and food were made all in under 15 minutes and just the way I had asked. The portions weren’t overly filling, but just enough to feel the satisfaction of an excellent meal. Sitting on the patio, enjoying the companionship of friends and eating my breakfast was a great start to my day. I will definitely be finding my way back to Olive & Finch in the near future!

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Review

There are two types of burgers in this world: the expensive burger with complicated garnish and seasoning served at fancy restaurants or the one that helps you eat your feelings away, and then some. Park Burger delivered that very necessary morale booster for my friends in the form of a mouthwatering hamburger. Located just off the University of Denver’s campus on Pearl Street, Park Burger nails the feel of a college restaurant that remains appealing to locals and families alike. Outdoor seating and heightened COVID-19 procedures made for a pleasant and stress-free afternoon lunch. The staff was very friendly, and it was not uncommon to see some friends from school. Our mouths were craving flavor, and Park Burger’s “The Royale” did not disappoint. Filled with bacon, bleu cheese, onions, “The Royale” had a very mature taste for a burger that does not break the bank. Expect to pay $12 for a meal with fries, college students rejoice! The garnish was optional and applied by the customer, which I tend to prefer since I don’t like an abundance of ketchup. The bun was nice and toasted, and the restaurant even boasted a gluten-free option which was quite helpful for one of my friends. I highly recommend giving Park Burger a try!

Walker

Yelp Review

Review

This past Saturday night, my girlfriend and I decided to try Ace Eat Serve in the Uptown neighborhood.  This fun asian fusion restaurant/bar had come highly recommended to us from a group of friends who had gone the night before.  When I arrived, I was immediately struck by the layout of the restaurant.  Ace Eat Serve has ample patio seating complete with a stage for live music, a spacious dining room, and even an open space behind the bar with ping pong tables and bar seating making this the perfect destination for a night out.  The room with the ping pong tables was full of young couples and groups of friends enjoying some food and drinks, as well as some friendly competition.  I am not sure if you have to reserve the ping pong tables in advance, but I will definitely be inquiring upon my next visit.  The staff was extremely friendly, taking our drink orders immediately after seating.  In addition to a full bar, Ace Eat Serve also has a vast selection of craft beers and wine providing options for even the pickiest of drinkers.  We ordered far more food than we needed as to get a feel for the menu, and boy am I glad we did.  We enjoyed every bit of our food down to the last bite.  My personal favorites were the BBQ pork belly baos and the spicy pork ramen.  While the portions are large (perfect for sharing or family style), the cost was anything but.  The two of us got more food than we could eat, and multiple drinks for under $100.  My only complaint about our dining experience was the randomness in which food arrived at the table, with appetizers and enters arriving simultaneously.  That being said, I will definitely becoming back to Ace Eat Serve very soon, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a place with great food and a great atmosphere.

 

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Review

Pasta Jay’s 

1001 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302

★★★★★ 9/22/2020

The first thing I noticed when I walked into Pasta Jay’s was the beautiful decor to set the mood for an Italian food themed meal. They have beautiful art and so many small details that are very noticeable. They have an abundance of dishes from something healthier to something that can really fulfill your taste buds. The menu is large and has a ton of choices. Many people at my table got the simple dish of spaghetti, which they loved. They also have the option to add meatballs, chicken, or another meat of your choice. The menu is interesting because it shows you the sauce options and then they let you decide which noodles you want.  The problem for a lot of people going to an Italian food restaurant is being gluten free, but luckily Pasta Jay’s offers a gluten free menu. I enjoyed the shrimp giacamo  and I would most definitely get it again. The noodles were cooked perfectly, and the shrimp were perfect bite size. Everybody that works there were kind and helpful. They constantly check in on you and make sure everything is exactly how you like it. They served with a smile, and made me feel very welcome. Pasta Jay’s can be extremely busy, so it is always best to get a reservation. Parking on Pearl Street is never very easy, but there is parking to the left side of the restaurant and also in front of the restaurant. But, I would keep in mind that parking here can sometimes take time, so take that into consideration when making your reservation. I would highly recommend going to Pasta Jay’s if you are in Boulder looking for a yummy Italian food restaurant.

Review

I visited Stowaway Kitchen in the RiNo art district of downtown Denver for a friend’s birthday celebration last Saturday. The indoor-outdoor locale was pet friendly and covid cautious, which we greatly appreciated. We had to wait for out entire party to be present before we were seated, but the staff patiently waited for us as a few stragglers came in late, holding our reservation for over 20 minutes. Stowaway Kitchen has a limited but eclectic menu of creative, plant-based dishes. The breakfast selections were available all day and the sandwiches and salads hovered around the $20 range. While we greatly enjoyed our selections from the unconventional, farm-to-table menu (fresh fruit at muesli, a classic breakfast sandwich with a saucy twist, a Japanese salmon salad, and an eggplant and halloumi sandwich) and the carefully curated cocktails, the most distinctive aspect of our experience at Stowaway was the atmosphere and proximity provided by it’s ideal location. Our party of four was delighted to find that the restaurant was located only a few blocks south of the heart of RiNo, and that the area’s characteristic murals and public art installations permeated the quiet street where Stowaway was tucked away only a stone’s throw from RiNo’s main promenade. Nestled in between an art gallery and an apparently popular brewery, my friends and I enjoyed the vibrant art painted on the surrounding walls and the eclectic meanderers of the district as we were seated on the patio of Stowaway’s indoor-outdoor layout. The outdoor seating provided to us gave us a strong sense of engagement with the environment around us, and our delicious food was only elevated in overall experience by the liveliness that we were included in due to the strong sense of place that Stowaway Kitchen capitalizes upon. As I enjoyed a halloumi and eggplant sandwich, I was able to watch as a mural was being finished across the street from me. The only thing better than the artisanal Bloody Mary was having this libation paired with real-time art creation that took shape over the duration of our meal just across the street. If you are looking for a meal immersed within the genuine RiNo experience, I highly recommend Stowaway Kitchen.