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A look at eight new restaurants in the Denver area

Chicken, sushi, and noodle restaurants focus on fast, high-quality experiences

Linnea Covington

January 4, 2023

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In just the past few months Denver, Boulder, and the surrounding suburbs of Colorado’s capital have seen noodle shops, rotisserie chicken specialists and sushi spots pop up, all based on the idea of eating well but quickly.

Of course, not everything is meant for a rapid table turn. Cretans joins a trio of stylish spots all run by New York-based group Quality Branded. And Tom's Starlight, though erected in what used to be a 24-hour diner, is more for leisurely sipping and eating than its predecessor.

The number of restaurants serving more globally inspired cuisines in Denver also continues to rise. And there’s also a trend of concepts opening in the Mile High City by operators who are based elsewhere. For example, the city saw the Seattle-based Vietnamese spot Reckless Noodle House join the scene, as well as an outpost of Daboba, a world-wide Asian cafe specializing in boba milk teas.

About the Author

Linnea Covington

Linnea Covington grew up in Denver, moved to California, then NYC, and finally back to Colorado where she now resides with her family. For over a decade she has been interviewing chefs, trying foods around the world and writing about all things tasty. She covers the West region for Restaurant Hospitality. Linnea is a Caesar salad connoisseur, chicken wing expert and lover of spicy bites, especially green chilies. When not eating, Linnea can be found hiking with her two little boys, tending their flock of noisy chickens and curled up with a fantasy book.

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