The owner of AJ’s Pit Bar-B-Q is scaling down his Denver operations and closing three restaurants this month, leaving only his Michelin-rated barbecue spot. Restauranteur Jared Leonard confirmed the closures Tuesday of Grabowski’s Pizzeria in Lakewood and two Campfire locations in Lakewood and Evergreen. “Current conditions have made operating full-service restaurants in the state of … Read more
Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs, which spent two decades slinging hot dogs on East Colfax Avenue, will soon be replaced by a family-owned eatery – Mama Jo’s Biscuits & BBQ. The concept, helmed by husband-and-wife Ben and Jodi Polson, will bring some Southern flair to the neighborhood with handmade smoked gouda biscuits and Carolina-style barbecue; but it … Read more
When the temperatures drop, you might be inclined to curl up on the couch and hibernate until next spring. But that’s no fun. Instead, you should be out exploring Colorado’s vibrant culinary scene by attending these food- and drink-focused festivals around the state. Oct.10-12 Great American Beer Festival. This beloved Colorado festival and competition has … Read more
The restaurant: G-Que BBQ; 2681 E. 120th Ave., Thornton About: G-Que BBQ is renovating a former Wendy’s in order to open its fourth location. The other three are in Westminster, Lone Tree, and Lakewood. The company also has branded kiosks Empower Field at Mile High, Coors Field, the Coors Event Center and Folsom Field. What’s … Read more
Metro Denver’s food scene has never been as vibrant as it is today, something The Denver Post’s food writers and the rest of the staff of The Know understand. That’s why we’re out on the town as much as possible. Each month, we’ll provide you with recommendations about a few of the dishes we tried over … Read more
If there’s one thing you can count on, it’s that Denver residents have a lot of opinions when it comes to wings. Another thing to be sure of is that most of the places that serve them brag about having “the best wings in Denver.” So rather than create a list of our favorites, we … Read more
During the five years I lived in Denver, I found my way around the city through food. I started on South Pearl Street — where I was crashing on my sister’s couch — falling in love with the shops and restaurants underneath her quaint walk-up apartment. But I’ve also lived on South Broadway, where I … Read more
A vegetarian hot dog alternative disgusted members of X, formerly Twitter, as people warn they “wouldn’t show up” to BBQs serving the food item. Carrots instead of hot dogs may sounds like a horrific idea – and social media certainly thinks so. With a content creator offering up the controversial swap-out for vegetarians and vegans, … Read more
Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we will offer our opinions on the best Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems). Growing up in my household, summer was synonymous with pasta salad. At every backyard … Read more
With the arrival of spring, BBQ season is upon us, and Brits are eagerly anticipating firing up their grills for some outdoor dining. But before you get ready to cook, Natasha Blythe, a food hygiene expert at High Speed Training, shares six essential tips to ensure your BBQ experience is stress-free and safe. 1. Pre-Cleaning … Read more
