Guidebook for Commerce City
Food Scene
Iconic, local brunch spot with locations all over Denver. Be prepared to wait, but the wait is worth it.
862 locals recommend
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
6315 W 104th AveIconic, local brunch spot with locations all over Denver. Be prepared to wait, but the wait is worth it.
Burgers, burgers, burgers. Arguably the best in Denver and we're not the only ones that think so (Google it!). Outdoor seating is a must on sunny Denver days, which we have a lot of around here.
105 locals recommend
Cherry Cricket - Cherry Creek
2641 E 2nd AveBurgers, burgers, burgers. Arguably the best in Denver and we're not the only ones that think so (Google it!). Outdoor seating is a must on sunny Denver days, which we have a lot of around here.
This is our favorite Italian restaurant in the city. Not a red-sauce-and-noodle place at all, but more craft-style small plates and shareable dishes. Great happy hour (notice a theme with us?) and also kid friendly. We like to get the kids dressed up a bit and hit the town for dinner. Or leave the kids at home if you can manage it!
72 locals recommend
Osteria Marco
1453 Larimer StThis is our favorite Italian restaurant in the city. Not a red-sauce-and-noodle place at all, but more craft-style small plates and shareable dishes. Great happy hour (notice a theme with us?) and also kid friendly. We like to get the kids dressed up a bit and hit the town for dinner. Or leave the kids at home if you can manage it!
Everything they do is a pleasure. Small space, but the bang out some fantastic dishes. The curries are authentic and the happy hour serves cold Sapporo (2 for 1) and $1 hot sake (the kind you need to drink hot, but still...). The staff is attentive and Karma has never disappointed. Plus, you can go explore South Broadway's local craft scene (retail, distilleries, brewers, etc.) which you can spend at least a half of a day doing.
22 locals recommend
Karma Asian Restaurant
22 S BroadwayEverything they do is a pleasure. Small space, but the bang out some fantastic dishes. The curries are authentic and the happy hour serves cold Sapporo (2 for 1) and $1 hot sake (the kind you need to drink hot, but still...). The staff is attentive and Karma has never disappointed. Plus, you can go explore South Broadway's local craft scene (retail, distilleries, brewers, etc.) which you can spend at least a half of a day doing.
Definite date-night here. Owned by three brothers, one of which lives in Japan and sources and ships fish direct from the Japanese fishermen each day. Not many do sushi better, including those on the coasts. If you go, try like hell to get a seat at the sushi bar in front of the chefs (if you get Yazu, one of the brothers, even better) and go Omakase-style (chef's choice). These guys are the ultimate pro and deliver a memorable experience. Outstanding sake list and the service is spot-on with pairing recommendations.
328 locals recommend
Sushi Den
1487 S Pearl StDefinite date-night here. Owned by three brothers, one of which lives in Japan and sources and ships fish direct from the Japanese fishermen each day. Not many do sushi better, including those on the coasts. If you go, try like hell to get a seat at the sushi bar in front of the chefs (if you get Yazu, one of the brothers, even better) and go Omakase-style (chef's choice). These guys are the ultimate pro and deliver a memorable experience. Outstanding sake list and the service is spot-on with pairing recommendations.
Biker Jim started with a hot dog cart slanging tantalizing caribou, buffalo, and rattlesnake dogs (among the regular all-beef dogs, but c'mon) on the 16th street mall. Now he has a brick and mortar location in the Ballpark area (walkable to Coors Field) where he's expanded his menu options and added an excellent beer list. Yes, the dogs are worth it. Don't question it, just do it!
59 locals recommend
Biker Jim's Gourmet Dogs
2148 Larimer StBiker Jim started with a hot dog cart slanging tantalizing caribou, buffalo, and rattlesnake dogs (among the regular all-beef dogs, but c'mon) on the 16th street mall. Now he has a brick and mortar location in the Ballpark area (walkable to Coors Field) where he's expanded his menu options and added an excellent beer list. Yes, the dogs are worth it. Don't question it, just do it!
Sightseeing
Go here! Really, pick a morning and GO HERE. Watch the sunrise, or go a little later and hike up to the top of the amphitheatre and look down at the entire city of Denver. Or catch a concert here. Or the FREE museum that highlights every single performance ever held at Red Rocks. Imbibe in margaritas and Tex-Mex at the Morrison Inn (the margs have a reputation so tread carefully) or chow on burgers and beers at the Morrison Holiday Bar.
1973 locals recommend
Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda ParkwayGo here! Really, pick a morning and GO HERE. Watch the sunrise, or go a little later and hike up to the top of the amphitheatre and look down at the entire city of Denver. Or catch a concert here. Or the FREE museum that highlights every single performance ever held at Red Rocks. Imbibe in margaritas and Tex-Mex at the Morrison Inn (the margs have a reputation so tread carefully) or chow on burgers and beers at the Morrison Holiday Bar.
Arts & Culture
Art lovers rejoice! Sante Fe offers miles of unique galleries showcasing local and national artists. You cannot miss First Fridays (http://www.artdistrictonsantafe.com) when Sante Fe is shut down from all auto traffic and opens up with music, food trucks, street performers, with extended hours at all of the galleries. A must-do if you really want to get a sense for Denver.
42 locals recommend
Santa Fe Drive
Santa Fe DriveArt lovers rejoice! Sante Fe offers miles of unique galleries showcasing local and national artists. You cannot miss First Fridays (http://www.artdistrictonsantafe.com) when Sante Fe is shut down from all auto traffic and opens up with music, food trucks, street performers, with extended hours at all of the galleries. A must-do if you really want to get a sense for Denver.
A national treasure and a great excuse to get your learnin' on while on vacation. Always rotating in the best-of-the-best national touring exhibits as well as offering solid home-grown exhibits that highlight everything from natural resources to space exploration. All exhibits are hands-on so this is great for families. Expertly curated from some of the best in the world.
1094 locals recommend
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
2001 Colorado BlvdA national treasure and a great excuse to get your learnin' on while on vacation. Always rotating in the best-of-the-best national touring exhibits as well as offering solid home-grown exhibits that highlight everything from natural resources to space exploration. All exhibits are hands-on so this is great for families. Expertly curated from some of the best in the world.
For you aerospace or war buffs, explore this revamped Lowry Air Force Base hanger full to the gills with retired and working airplanes.
103 locals recommend
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
7711 E Academy BlvdFor you aerospace or war buffs, explore this revamped Lowry Air Force Base hanger full to the gills with retired and working airplanes.
Parks & Nature
Nestled next to the Platte River and the Denver REI Flagship store, Confluence Park is a nice getaway for walking, running, kayaking (sign up for a lesson at Confluence Kayak), shopping, dining, coffee-ing, or just hang out for a picnic and people watch for an hour or two. For beer lovers, check out Denver Brewing Company (walkable) for some of the best beer and atmosphere in the city. Best part: you can find free off-street parking along Little Raven St.
210 locals recommend
Confluence Park
2250 15th StNestled next to the Platte River and the Denver REI Flagship store, Confluence Park is a nice getaway for walking, running, kayaking (sign up for a lesson at Confluence Kayak), shopping, dining, coffee-ing, or just hang out for a picnic and people watch for an hour or two. For beer lovers, check out Denver Brewing Company (walkable) for some of the best beer and atmosphere in the city. Best part: you can find free off-street parking along Little Raven St.
Entertainment & Activities
A short, 15-minute drive from our house, Dicks offers world-class soccer (futbol to the uber-fans) in one of the best stadiums in the MLS. Stapleton shopping and restaurants are a hop-skip away from the stadium.
50 locals recommend
Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
6000 Victory WayA short, 15-minute drive from our house, Dicks offers world-class soccer (futbol to the uber-fans) in one of the best stadiums in the MLS. Stapleton shopping and restaurants are a hop-skip away from the stadium.
Just 20 minutes away from your stay, Coors Field arguably offers one of the best scenes in all of baseball. Get tickets for as low as $4 and enjoy the views!
955 locals recommend
Coors Field
2001 Blake StJust 20 minutes away from your stay, Coors Field arguably offers one of the best scenes in all of baseball. Get tickets for as low as $4 and enjoy the views!
World-champions. Need I say more? Oh, and only a 20 minute drive from your stay.
51 locals recommend
Mile High Stadium Circle
Mile High Stadium CircleWorld-champions. Need I say more? Oh, and only a 20 minute drive from your stay.