Trendspotting: Barrels Find New Life

Obsession: Justin’s Peanut Butter Cups

Gotta Have It: KangaCare Pail Liner

Go Now: Axios Estiatorio

Sweet Stuff: Simple Sugar Bakery’s Cookie Sandwiches

2011: The 25 Best Restaurants

After many months of eating, hours of analyzing hundreds of dishes, and untold numbers of discussions, we have compiled a list of the most compelling places to dine in Denver—and beyond. 

New: Cafe Bar

The Craving: Rockbar’s Korn Nuts

Good Stuff: Matcha

Go Now: Hops & Pie

Ethnic Eats: Paxia’s Tlacoyos

Addicted: Colorado Custard Company

Sweet Stuff: House of Commons’ Shortbread Cookies

Coming Up: Harvest Week

Midday Eats: Lunch Matters

Best Bites: Chada Thai’s Meang Kuam

Go Now: Wild Catch

Neighborhood Find: Curtis Park Delicatessen

Best Bites: Manneken Frites

Opening Tonight: Le Grand Bistro & Oyster Bar