Four of us went here for dinner. Overall, pretty amazing. A couple of us had the citrusy…read moremocktail which probably the best mocktail I've ever tasted. Two others had a couple of the special cocktails on the menu and loved them. We decided to order six appetizers, two main courses, and two desserts. We split everything four ways so it ended up like a nine course tasting menu experience. Who knew cabbage could be so good? Haha!!! Standout dishes were the qual, clams, borscht, warm salad and the desserts. The place is small so reservations advised. Wait staff and cooks are friendly. Aside - one person in our party wasn't enthused about Eastern European cuisine and was a convert by the end. If you enjoy well-prepared, delicious food full of taste, check out Molotov. There is a reason this was rated one of the top restaurants in the US a few years ago.

Number ONE is Sean; our waiter. He was so excited that we were excited about our first time at the…read morerestaurant. He gave us recommendations and was proud of how much food we ordered between two asian women. The affirmation paired well with the food. Our favorite was the Clambasa. I was worried the kielbasa would overpower the littleneck clams but it was perfect together. You can taste all the ingredients in the dish well. The bone marrow was gone before I could take a picture---rightfully so. But the horseradish mustard blew my mind. The ONLY reason I'm not raving anout the Shuba salad is because a good friend of mine makes it so much better. No skin off of Molotov's back at all, homemade at custom to me will always win. The quail was a disappointing. I didn't notice that the sauce was listed as BBQ. I could not taste the quail. By the time the Porchetta came, we were readilly full...but that didn't matter. Crisp, fatty and flavorful. I recommend the horseradish horilka for all the dishes. Lastly, the pistachio blintz. "Not too sweet," is the Asian's highest praise to any dessert and this deserves it. LOVELY and light. A perfect end to a rich and savory dinner. And no, do not pair this with the horseradish horlike (just in case you were wondering). For this visit, my sister and I decided to sit in the patio area and sit under their local resident regular, the squirell in the tree (his name is Vlad, but his street name is Chad). But next time, I would op to sit inside. It is very cozy with PLENTY of things for your eyes to scrutinize. The first visit was not enough to take everything in, both visually and gastricly (no more room left). A repeat visit is warranted and highly recommended.

I mean it's the best coffee, beer garden in an industrial neighborhood! Fire food Kian was a great…read morechef and customer service was A1! Try Chipotle Bagel , and Avacado Baguette! Delicious pancakes!

I had been to Waldschanke, a charming cider touched back in a neighborhood, to see my friend's band…read moreplay. So, I had tried their ciders, which are amazing!!!! My friend and I stopped in to catch up over a cider and dinner. We both aren't beer fans due to how full they make us. So, cider was perfect. They have a huge selection of flavors from super dry to sweet and unique ones such as ginger, lavender, and honey. I got the German bratwurst for my meal. The bun is soft and delicious but it was way too much bun for the bratwurst. It was just stuck in the bun cooked whole, if they would have cut it in half and layer it in, it would have been easier to eat and you would have gotten bratwurst with every bite. The flavor was amazing, the caramelized onions were perfection! The staff is a bit odd. Both the bartender and the food service people were extremely corky. Also, I ordered a cider at the bar and they must have a new system and an old guys at the food station who couldn't figure out how to add my food but keep my tab open, so I just closed out and paid for it all.

AMAZING FOOD. I have not consistently found good Eastern European food outside SF/NY…read more While I didn't get to try the whole menu I did order 4 things and everything was delicious. I wish I could return and slowly try everything as I'm sure you can't miss with any order. The pierogies were hands down the best I've ever had. The white wine sauce gives it such an elevated and rich layer that you just don't find at other restaurants or grandmas home cooking. I will crave these and be bummed I can't easily access them. Don't skip dessert!! Divine 8 layer honey cake. Bonus+: Nick is a top tier server/host. If he could open his own business and train all restaurant staff I think the world would be a much better place. Polite, prompt, thoughtful, knowledgeable, and actionable. What else could you ask for?

Cute bar with an attentive staff and wildly varied menu. We enjoyed our time here! I personally…read morehave celiac & wouldn't feel super comfortable eating here though the menu is labeled - just doesn't seem to be labeled correctly (I, personally, wouldn't eat the lamb shank that says its GF bc of the rye malt braise -- that would never be GF? Maybe there's a GF option to do it without the braise though?) just something to note if you visit and are looking for GF options.

We enjoyed a charming evening at Vinca last night. The restaurant itself is quaint, warm, and…read moreinviting a lovely setting for dinner with family and friends. The highlight of the evening was the superb service. Our waiter was professional, kind, attentive, and genuinely diligent in making sure everyone at the table was comfortable and well cared for throughout the evening. His warmth and patience, especially with two tired young children in our party late in the evening, were greatly appreciated. The appetizers were excellent, and the bread was truly superb. Most of the meal was enjoyable, though a few dishes did not quite live up to their descriptions. The lentil soup, unfortunately, was rather bland and forgettable, lacking flavor and depth. Two entrées the tilapia specialty and a risotto-style dish also felt somewhat overstated compared to expectations and unfortunately they were way over salted. To the restaurant's credit, concerns were addressed politely and professionally, though the offer of a replacement felt a bit scripted as the evening was growing late. We did choose not to accept the replacement. Overall, however, the atmosphere, hospitality, and thoughtful service made for a very pleasant evening. With a bit more care from the kitchen in matching execution to presentation and description, this charming restaurant could truly shine. Jose Pienknagura 13901 Pinehurst Circle, Broomfield, CO, 80023 Cell-602 321 2004

I don't do many 5 star reviews but Vinca was very deserving. I waited for our second visit before…read moresubmitting a review just to ensure that our first visit wasn't an anomaly. After our 2nd visit I can honestly say this has been one of our favorite establishments after moving to Colorado. Very convenient location, lots of parking, great wine list, and amazing food..what more can you ask for..oh yeah the service is fantastic. On this visit my wife ordered with their charcuterie board which she loves. I decided to try their Ribeye Steak. I usually hesitate ordering steak because I don't want to be disappointed. Vinca's ribeye was one of the best steaks I've had at a restaurant in a long time. Cooked a perfect medium rare, it was seasoned right and the texture was almost melt in your mouth. We ended our meal with a glass of their ice wine paired with a delicious crème brûlée. Fantastic evening, reasonable prices, great wine list, amazing food, and top notch service!

The Guest, located inside The Regular, is a full dining experience rather than a traditional…read morerestaurant, and it's a strong addition to the Denver food scene. This is a timed, coursed dinner where the entire room sits and eats together, so arriving on time is essential. The format creates a restaurant wide dinner party feel, which sets the tone for the night. Everything feels intentional, from the pacing to the service to the design of the space. The menu changes often and is never repeated, which makes the experience feel special and creative rather than formulaic. Standout dishes for me included the duck doughnut, the wood ear French toast, the venison burger, and the leek cappuccino. The kanpachi crudo and scallop with tamarind were also beautifully balanced, and desserts like Cash's Apple and The Sphere were thoughtful finishes rather than an afterthought. One of the more memorable details was the menu book at the end of the night, featuring the chef's original sketches of the dishes. It's a small touch that really reinforces how personal and considered the experience is. If you're looking for a unique, chef driven tasting experience that feels cohesive and well executed, this is absolutely worth a reservation.

We got there a little before our reservation and we're asked to wait in the bar area. I didn't…read morerealize there was a bar area and if we had known, we might've come earlier and had a drink. The presentation of the dishes was beautiful and unique. Some of our favorites were the crème brûlée scallop, mushroom French toast, duck donut, and cappuccino lobster. It's definitely expensive, but we knew that going into it. $190 for the meal, $143 for the wine pairing, $20 for a cocktail, and automatic 20% tip. There was a cute booklet at the end with sketches of the dishes. It was a little annoying that they wouldn't do separate checks for us since only one of us got the wine pairing.

So so so worth the visit! Did I understand what I was ordering? ...vaguely... at best. BUT every…read moresingle item that came out was delicious and not just that but had such new flavors and combos that I (as a pretty big cook) could not replicate easily or at all myself. The inside is cute and has very cozy/upscale vibes and the service is stellar. They even outlined which items has egg because my friend is allergic. Everyone was so knowledgeable about what went into each food item. The holy grail though...something I would write home about...the potato bacon pizza appetizer. Give me twenty? Oh my lord so insanely good. If you see me back there ordering 5 for myself...no you didn't. Such a cool experience, will definitely be back!!

Came here for the first time for my anniversary and I liked it quite a bit, but can't say all the…read morefood blew me away like I was hoping. We started with three shareable appetizers and the best one by far was the peach and ricotta with herbed oil. It was fresh and vibrant and played with the balance between sweet and savory in such a fun way. This was my husband's favorite bite. The next one was the cornbread and it was ok. The cornbread itself was sweet and a little gooey in the center but crispy on the outside. Not terrible by any means, but with the honey butter it eats almost too sweet. Then the jam it was served with was super tart and it just wasn't to my tastes. The last shareable was the charred broccoli with plums and Polenta. This was my second favorite but the char was intense and made it a little bitter. The polenta was delicious and creamy though and I loved the sauce and plums. Me and my husband shared two entrees and the first was the grilled pork. It had some really good flavors, especially the pork chop. In fact it was the best pork chop I've ever had and the peach and onion slaw went with it so well. Whoever was working the grill really knows what they are doing. This was definitely my favorite bite. What didn't work was how overcrowded the plate was. The potato salad also felt unnecessary and the curry flavor with all the other things on the plate was an odd choice. It was also unevenly salted on the cauliflower and some were bland and others super salty. The other entree we got was the salmon. The sauce was great and so were the crispy potatoes but the salmon was underseasoned and the skin wasnt crispy, so that was a bummer. The salad was really nice but we didnt enjoy the bagel chips as they were hard and in really large pieces. Dessert was good but the plum tart, wasnt actually a tart but more of a galette. I wasn't expecting Puff pastry but the cream and plums were delicious. The apricot sorbet was nice and bright and made a great way to end the meal. Overall the food had some real highs and lows, but the service was very nice. All the wait staff was very attentive and the restaurant is small but inviting. I love that this is a scratch kitchen and the menu changes daily but it can also mean that some dishes aren't as refined. I would definitely come back and try some of the other things cause when the food here hits, it hits good and is worth it to me to keep coming back.

The best Eastern European food I've had in America (just don't tell my Hungarian in-laws)…read more Our go-to is the Romanian Plate, which has a little bit of everything. Served quickly and with gratitude, this food truck is a gem.

If you've never tried langos...deep-fried Eastern European flatbread, you are seriously missing…read moreout. I recently visited The Balkan European and instantly became a fan. This locally owned spot is run by Sorin and Alexandra, who combine cultural tradition with sustainable practices and the result is incredible food made with care and local ingredients. Here's what I tried: - Langos Supreme - Garlic oil, sour cream, cheese, bacon, roasted peppers, red onion, arugula, and greens. Rich, flavorful, and SO satisfying. - Balkan Special - Garlic oil, feta, tomato & cucumber salad, prosciutto, olives, and parsley. Super fresh and bright--perfect for summer. - Strawberry Sweet Langos - Topped with Nutella, fresh strawberries, and powdered sugar. Basically fried dough heaven. - Summer Charcuterie Board - Two cheeses, two meats, and all the delicious extras. Everything was cooked fresh, and the langos had the perfect texture as it had a crispy outside, soft and fluffy inside. Whether you're familiar with Balkan cuisine or trying it for the first time, this spot is a must. Friendly service, bold flavors, and something truly unique to Denver. Catch them at local markets and events!