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Sauce
5322 Dtc Blvd # 100
Greenwood Vlg, CO 80111
(303) 741-4565
www.foxrc.com
Rating: 4
Sauce serves pizza, salads, and sandwiches. And to be honest, it is some of the best pizza I've had in a while. It's a nice thin crust (but not so crunch that it hurts your teeth), and the sauce they use has a great unique, slightly sweet flavor.
They also offer some unique pizza ideas, such as the chicken casesar salad pizza and the truffled arugala pizza. Everything I've tried there has been fantastic. And, I've heard it told that they make the best tomato soup ever had.
The next time you're in the mood for some casual and inexpensive Italian, head over to Sauce.
 Red Trolley
2639 W 32nd Ave
Denver, CO 80211
www.retrolleydenver.com
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
Fri-Sat 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.
Sun 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
Red Trolley is a fun little neighborhood ice cream and coffee café. They make everything there onsite (including marshmallows). Every thing they offer is all natural with no preservatives or artificial colors.
They offer a wide selection and adventurous flavors of ice cream, gelato, and sorbets. I highly recommend that you try the chocolate covered sea-salt caramel. It's out of this world.
Their coffee is definitely the best in Denver. They have a clover coffee machine that is able to extract the perfect flavor from coffee beans. It only brews one cup at a time, so be patient with it, and you'll have the best cup of coffee you've had in your life. No need to doctor this coffee with cream or sugar. Even if you don't really care for coffee, you'll love this.
Run down to Red Trolley today. You'll be glad you did.
 The Egg and I
6818 S. Yosemite St.
Centennial, CO
303.804.0902
www.theeggandirestaurants.com/index.html
Serving only breakfast and lunch, "The Egg and I" is definitely an experience. They have a fantastic menu. The servers are always friendly, and the atmosphere is fun. It's definitely a place you mom and grandmother would love.
If you have one in your area, I highly recommend you go. The food is great. You'll be happy that you rolled out of bed a little early to head on over.
I recommend any of their egg benedicts (I'm a fan of the veggie, and my sister likes the crabcake.) Go visit "The Egg and I" for breakfast tomorrow. See you there.
 Brio
8441 Park Meadows Center Dr.
Lone Tree, CO
303.662.9727
www.brioitalian.com
Rating: 3.5
I had heard some wonderful things about Brio, so needless to say, I was excited to go. I studied the menu online before we went, so I knew exactly what I wanted (although it was a tough choice).
We were seated right away, and had our choice of seating which was nice. (This could be because we went in the mid afternoon to a brand new location.) We ordered the spinach and artichoke dip appetizer. The dip portion was great, but the wedges of crisp bread were not crisp. They tasted a bit like they had been microwaved instead of baked.
For our meals we ordered the pasta carbonara and the mushroom ravioli with brown butter sauce. The carbonara was fantastic. However, our waiter brought the mushroom ravioli with alfredo sauce (there are two types of mushroom ravioli on the menu. They have different sauces and different fillings).
I was highly disappointed in the mushroom ravioli with alfredo sauce. The sauce was very overwhelming. The two did not work together.
Also, even though the waiter was aware of his mistake, they did not make any offers to take a percentage off the bill or bring a free drink or dessert.
I guess I have to go back to Brio to try what I ordered in the first place, but I was pretty disappointed in the customer service. Give it a try yourself, and please tell me what you think. I'd love to hear your thoughts good and bad.
 Hapa Sushi
5380 Greenwood Plaz Blvd
Suite 101
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Phone: 303.267.8744
Fax: 303.267.8745
Hours:
11:00am - 10pm Sunday - Wednesday
11:30am - Close Thursday - Saturday
Rating: 4
Hapa Sushi and Sake Bar in Greenwood Village is a new branch on the Hapa chain.
This was our first excursion to a Hapa, and we were thrilled with the experience. Living in Colorado, it is often difficult to find good fish, seafood, and sushi. But Hapa definitely makes the cut.
They offer many different kinds of sake, both hot and cold. And the menu for sushi and rolls seems to go on forever. The atmosphere is one of urban living in a suburban area, which makes a fun change.
The food though, is delicious. We tried several different kinds of sushi rolls and all were excellent. We also tried two different kinds of sake and enjoyed both.
If you are ever craving sushi, head on over to Hapa Sushi. You'll be in for a treat.
 Junz
11211 S. Dransfeldt Rd. Suite 100
Parker, CO 80134
720.851.1005
www.junzrestaurant.com
Rating: 5
After having eaten at Junz, in Parker Colorado, it is hard to find good sushi anywhere else. Junz is absolutely fantastic. All their food is freshly prepared (the sushi right in front of you). Chef Jun combines a hint of French cuisine with his Japanese speciality. I have eaten here many times, and have yet to order something that I didn't like. They offer a full menu plus hundreds of different kinds of sushi.
If you're ever anywhere near Junz, please go. You'll find some of the best food, amazing service, and great prices you can. Go to Junz as soon as you can. When you go, be sure to try the Philadelphia roll and the tofu and vegetables roll. (And anything else you can possibly get your hands on.)
 Korea House
10293 E Iliff Ave
Denver, CO 80247
303-696-0011
Rating: 3.5
My first Korean food experience took place at "Korea House". We were taken there by some friends of ours who are Korean. That was a good sign to me. I ordered a soup that had no meat and no shellfish. (Actually, our friends ordered it for me.) My soup was very heavy on the rice and light on the vegetables. But, the vegetables were very good. And, I was a little unnerved by the raw egg that came on top. The broth came in a separate dish, and when I poured it on, it cooked the egg, but not quite enough for my taste. It was good, but it wasn't excellent. All my friends really enjoyed their meals. I would go back, but I would try something else next time. So, if you're wanting to try Korean food, give Korea House a try.
Tommy's Thai Restaurant
3410 E. Colfax Ave.
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 377-4244
fax: (303) 399-9704
Corner Colfax and Cook
Closed Sundays
Takes all major credit cards
No reservations
Tommy's Thai is the best Thai restaurant I have ever eaten at. And I've been to several as Thai is one of my favorites. The atmosphere at Tommy's Thai is one of cool sophistication. It is newly remodeled and very modern and clean. The staff is all super friendly (and Thai). I have yet to order something that I didn't like. The Tom Kha Gai soup in particular is fantastic.
Tommy's Thai also offers every dish available in a variety of meat and vegetarian options. Nearly every dish on the menu can be made with any (even combinations) of the following: chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, vegetables, and tofu. I love it when there are options - especially when the options are on every selection. Most dishes also come custom spiced: mild, medium, hot, thai hot. They even bring you your own spice try so you can add more if you'd like.
Parking may be a bit of an issue, but it's worth the walk (if you have to park down the block). If you're ever within a 50 mile radius, I recommend you stop by Tommy's Thai. It will be worth your drive.
Rioja
1433 Larimer St
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 820-2282
www.riojadenver.com
Rating: 5
I've been fortunate enough to eat at Rioja twice now. Both times I ordered something different, and everythign I've tried has been absolutely exquisite. Rioja is quite possibly my favorite restaurant in all of Denver. The food is fresh, unique, and absolutely divine on the palate.
We went one time during the Taste of Denver 5280. This meant that for two people we were able to try two appetizers, two entrees, and share a dessert. We thought everything was fantastic. We would most definitely return, and try some new things, and return to our old favorites.
Don't wait to go to Rioja, go as soon as you possibly can. You'll become a regular customer. Trust me.
Old Stone Church
4.5
Day: Wednesday, 7:00pm
Server: Daniel
Jonathan took me here to celebrate my earning my Masters Degree. Old Stone Church in Castle Rock, Colorado is a fabulous restaurant. I'd love to give it a 5. The only reason I'm choosing not to is because they offer no vegetarian dinner options. The food is fantastic. One of the highlights is actually the flatbread with chimichurri dipping sauce that they bring out. We'd love to buy a gallon of that sauce. We also liked the grilled brie appetizer so much that we attempted to make it ourselves at home. Jonathan ordered the special that night (a tuna steak over rice and shrimp and avocado with an excellent sauce). And I had the New York Strip with poblano potatoes, and covered in a bit of gorgonzola and a few fried onions. The steak was perfectly cooked to my request.
The absolute best part of the entire meal was dessert. We ordered the "flourless chocolate mousse oblivion cake". This cake was so good that it actually did obliviate my mind. I've never tasted something so good before. I can't wait to go back.
Please, definitely go to Old Stone Church as soon as you possibly can. It's well worth whatever drive you have to make to get there.
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