Never a doubt , always a 5/5. This place rocks. Tapas styles, great wines good service great vibes…read more We usually come here on Sundays - the happy hour is awesome. Half off bottles of wine. Really quite an insane deal because of the large selection they have!! The food is awesome, haven't had a single but I didn't like. The bread is weirdly amazing and we always get it haha. Ricotta is super super good and I love the meatballs

Way better than Barcelona Wine Bar, in my opinion! Corsica had such a great vibe, and the tapas…read morewere SO good. There were plenty of gluten-free options, which I really appreciated, and everything we tried was delicious. The seating also felt much more intimate and comfortable--I could actually hear my friend from across the table lol. It was busy and lively without feeling overwhelming or impossible to get into. The service was probably one of the best parts of the experience. Our waitress was awesome--whoever was serving us on Saturday, 8/15, in the back room. We also got two complimentary dishes from another server/food runner who was the freaking sweetest. I've been to Barcelona several times, and while I still like it, I personally enjoyed Corsica so much more. Better food, great gluten-free options, amazing service, and a really fun, intimate atmosphere. Definitely will be coming back!

Love their tapas and the big warm bread baskets…read more The service is very patient and kind. The ambiance is great for a date night or to sit at the bar.

I've eaten here several times for both brunch and dinner. IMO, their brunch menu is far superior to…read morethe dinner menu, but both are delicious! It can get pretty crowded in the evening, so I'd recommend a reservation if you want dinner at a table. The service at the bar wasn't great - we had to work hard to get the bartender's attention for both ordering, refills, and our check. Overall, though, if you're not in a rush, it's a fun spot with great ambiance, good food, and lovely drinks.

Such a great experience at El Five! The atmosphere is intimate, and sitting at the chef's bar with…read morebeautiful views of downtown Denver made it even better. The smoked burrata was delicious, especially with all the toppings it came with. The sea bass completely surprised me, in the best way. Sweet, spicy, savory, crunchy, with so many different textures and flavors happening at once. The lamb skewers were another favorite. The meat was thinly sliced and secured on the skewer, which made every bite incredibly tender. They were just bomb overall! The drinks were also very well put together and complemented the food perfectly. The server was outstanding. Definitely a place I'm eager to come back to and try more dishes from the menu!

From arrival to departure was exceptional. The amuse bouche really set the tone at the chef's…read moretable. It truly blew me away. And from that point on, from first taste, I knew my experience would be exceptional. The service was attentive without being overly attentive, and the chef's were so kind, answering every one of my weird questions about what they were preparing or ingredients that I noticed. I ordered the smoked burrata to start. The balance between the candied pistachio, artichoke pesto, and wagyu cecina really created a well balanced and unexpected dish. The burrata was creamy and the salty and sweet components balanced the aged sherry gastrique and made for an incredible intro to a beautiful performance by the chefs. Next was another small dish, which I wish I remembered the description for (I need to bring a little notebook with me), but it was a perfect segue into the next course, the ibérico presa. Wow. Just wow. White asparagus has got to be one of my favorite vegetables next to artichokes, when done exceptionally well, as they most definitely were. The piquillo peppers and pickled shallots complemented the pork, which was so soft, perfectly. I definitely died and went to heaven at this point in the meal. This is probably when I should've stopped eating because after this point, still pure delight, but my poor stomach was soooooo full. Next was another small bite to lead into my next course, also incredible. Wish I could describe it. My next course was the European sea bass. Now, sea bass is my favorite fish of all time. The perfectly crisp skin, the red onion jam, the spicy sweet balance was perfection. I loved every bite. The olive oil potatoes were a perfect complement. And at this point, I was bursting at the seems... but I still ordered dessert, because you only live once and food is one of the great joys of life. For dessert, I had the crema. The honeycomb on top, the cherries, all leading to a perfect finish. A time was had. Thanks El Five

Went to Mantra Cafe for a late lunch after hearing a coworker mention the naan tika tacos. I…read moreusually stick to the same few places, but this ended up being a nice change from the usual downtown spots. The tacos came out fresh and had a good mix of flavor without being too spicy. Service was easygoing and the cashier answered a couple questions about the menu without making me feel rushed. My food took around ten minutes, which seemed reasonable since they were getting a steady lunch crowd. The place has a casual atmosphere where people actually sit and relax for a while instead of eating and leaving right away.

My first encounter with this restaurant was 7-8 months ago as a quick takeout. As I was quite…read moreimpressed with the quality of the food I had back then I had been looking forward to experiencing it again. This time I go to dine in. Since my adult daughter and I were going to be there for a little celebration I made the reservation through the restaurant's website requesting to be seated at a 4-person table. Unfortunately upon arrival the restaurant not only did not even check to see if they had us on the reservation list they also didn't allow us to sit at a 4-person table. The restaurant wasn't busy at all on a Monday night so they simply treated us like a "walk-in" guest. Mmm...what's the purpose of the reservation link on their website if they don't value it?? They took us to one of the smaller two-person tables. After sitting there for 5 minutes or so perusing the menu, we kindly asked one of the workers if we could move to the bar seating that overlooks the busy Broadway. This was the game changer. The elevated seats and the tabletop made the ambience feel more like a special occasion. Thank goodness...this was the only bummer part of our dinner. The rest, fortunately, went quite well! Food: It looks like another Indian/Nepali restaurant at first but in my personal experience, this one ranks the best or top tier for their authenticity. The below is directly copied/pasted from the electronic recipe of ours: -PANI-PURI (Vegan/DF) $8.00 -Ice Tea $3.00 -Masala Chai $4.00 -COCONUT CURRY WHITE FISH. (DF/GF)$20.00 (Medium heat) -KHATTI MITTHI BHINDI (VEGAN/ GF) $15.00 (Medium heat) -WHOLE WHEAT BREAD $3.00 Pani-puri came out after our two main dishes although Pana-Puri is more of an appetizer (lol). Tho two main dishes were cooked in a medium heat and yet they were extremely doable even for someone like me who is not much of a "heat" person. My daughter is not a big fan of naan bread so as she is way more versed in the very cuisine (she had just come back from India spending a month to be trained to be a yoga instructor with a certification) she suggested we get the thin wheat bread. This bread went efficiently well with our two mains. Both iced teas were a great accompaniment to our whole meal. And again, how authentic everything tasted and how meticulously everything was cooked and prepared, it was something we couldn't ask for better quality. A bit of a disappointment with the whole reservation situation and yet the quality of the food broke even at the end. Service was good to decent although it wasn't exceptional but our basic needs were met.

Bruto is always such a memorable and enjoyable experience. This is a food Laboratory at its finest…read more Fine food, fine wine, fine service, fine ambience, fine, fine fine. Always exceptional food, beautiful presentation, with sustainable practices, this is the place to celebrate a special occasion. The current menu, which runs through June, is the final menu by the current chef and it highlights Costa Rican cuisine. The chef and staff have gone to great lengths to showcase this Latin American dining experience. The Barramundi was by far my favorite on the menu, although that is relative among the 7-course meal. Everything we tried was knock your socks off delicious. I love the quiet dining room, with a chance to visit with others sitting near you at the chef's counter. Their fermentation program is second to none. One thing that always makes a meal memorable is the service. The Bruto team takes care of everything and knows just about everything food or drink wise. Again, I counted the kitchen staff: The ration is 1 to 2, meaning you will feel like a VIP with the personal interaction. It's not fake either; these young men and women want you to have an enjoyable and memorable time. What an impressive restaurant and food laboratory where they are always pushing themselves for tasting excellence. Bruto = passionate knowledgeable people

Elevated tasting menu inspired by Chef Byron's Costa Rican roots. Brutø is inspired by a brutalist,…read moreraw connection with food - and its ambience is reflected. The kitchen, 18-seat dining area and foyer are all one open, neo-industrial space in which concrete and steel are somewhat softened by lighting and splashes of color from food or dishware. They have two groups of seating per evening, one around 5pm and the other at 8pm, which they stagger into 3 groups each so food can be batched and presented appropriately. Everything is thoughtfully curated and choreographed, from the beverage selection to the portions of the plating that you get to see between courses. But the choreography does feel a bit stiff and cold at times. While the maitre'd was lovely, it was harder to engage with the other staff. I generally avoid alcohol pairings (my taste buds get overstimulated after the first few rounds), but I did enjoy my cocktail from the a la carte menu. Through our 7 course tasting menu, we explored a fun fusion of local and Central American cuisines. The bread mentioned in previous reviews is gone, but we traveled from ocean, plains, and forest in various presentations of small plates. Some of the bites seemed less inspired (of course adding pate and caviar is going to feel fancy), but other courses like the red snapper ceviche and chocolate + papaya dessert were playful, tart, and funky. You can tell that sustainability is also a huge part of the consciousness here. Be open minded to different flavor and texture profiles and know that not every dish is meant to please everyone. We ended our meal with a copy of the evening's menu as well as a satchet of house-made spices meant to evoke the essence of this Costa Rican fusion. I appreciated the effort that went into each course's preparation, but I don't know that I would pay for another experience even with a different menu.

Step into the sleek, intimate charm of @ototoden in Denver's Old South Pearl Street Shopping…read moreDistrict. They're now offering a delicious lunch. As the relaxed counterpart to Sushi Den and Izakaya Den, Oto offers a more casual yet equally elevated dining experience, where the focus is on traditional pub-style Japanese cuisine. Explore a curated selection of sake, Japanese beers, and thoughtfully crafted cocktails that perfectly complement the savory menu. In Japanese, Ototo means "younger brother." The name is a perfect, playful nod to the restaurant's hierarchy and family dynamic on South Pearl Street. Bonus treat: The South Pearl Street Farmers' Market runs on Sundays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, typically from early May through mid-November. Lunch Hours : Sunday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Lunch/Brunch) Monday & Tuesday: CLOSED

Went for Happy Hour to officially try this place. Ordered a handful on the happy hour menu and a…read morefew items from the menu. The ambiance was super chill and laid back. HH includes some entrees and small plates: 1. Crab Wontons: real crab, very minimal, a lot of sour cream and super overpowering. 2. Ribs: literally melted in your mouth and fell off the bone. The guava and fruity flavor was a nice hint. 3. Sushi Sample: completely forgot to ask without wasabi and the chef was extremely heavy handed, but it was still fresh. 4. Wagyu Sando: absolutely delish, and the blackberry sauce was super complimentary. 5. Honey Miso Eggplant: loved the flavor and reminded me of a sweet mushy cucumber almost Regular Menu; 1. Bacon Mochi, this is definitely an experience but was a huge miss 2. Pork Chashu Fried Rice: absolute must! Our server didnt mix it, but I figured with two large spoons I was suppose to. The crispy edges were perfection. Overall such a great happy hour! It was about $120 with tip for all of it! Would try and come back for the upbeat happy hour experience.

The vodka pasta was to die for and the salad was very good. The vibes her are great and it ls a…read moregood price for an amazing meal. Also very helpful with allergies and the gf pasta was one of the best I have ever had the atmosphere was amazing and great for a date. It's a must eat. Also the service was top tier and all the waiters where very social and easy to converse with

Handmade Fresh Pasta…read more Agnolotti Colorado corn & ricotta, stuffed with a hot corn sauce, fresh cilantro & Cotija cheese Spaghetti Handmade fresh spaghetti Rigatoni Handmade fresh rigatoni Salads Watermelon Salad Fresh seasonal watermelon salad Caesar Salad Service was fabulous. Environment was nice and relaxing.!

We went in for an event that was being hosted at Bar AC. Paul was manning the bar and did an…read moreexcellent job. He efficiently handled the bar area even though there were a ton of us. There was ample seating with an array of types. The bathroom is just around the corner. We did order food to the bar. Both tapas were delicious. We really enjoyed the avocado toast. The lamb Albondigas were also excellent.

Recently stayed at the hotel and stopped at this place for a nightcap. It is a quaint space…read moreconnected to the Meridian offering a full bar and appetizer menu. The prices are typical for what you would pay downtown however they do have a free pool table patrons are able to use. We were there on a Friday and almost the entire place was empty so it seems to be a very transitional spot for tourists.