Author: Robin Intemann

For the past decade, La Bella Vita Ristorante Italiano has exemplified its namesake: the good life. Nonetheless, we know life isn’t always just a bowl of meatballs. A few minor glitches affected our meal; one was quickly remedied, the others never addressed. I expect more in terms of service due to the restaurant’s price points…

The Green Line Grill has a diner vibe that’s mostly about hamburgers, which are as dissimilar to the fast-food varieties in the same way tart dill pickles are different from watery cucumbers — they’re related, but that’s where similarities end. Before taking our order, owner/chef Bobby Couch described the basics of the “fried onion burger.”…

Two smiles and an unstifled yawn were part of our greeting at Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse & Tavern. Later, I realized how much those facial expressions reflected our dining experience. Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern Menu: Smoked meats and extensive list of bourbons. Location: 13021 Bass Pro Drive Contact: 719-219-1830; bourbonbrothers.com Prices: $14-$69 Hours: 11 a.m.-9…

Two smiles and an unstifled yawn were part of our greeting at Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse & Tavern. Later, I realized how much those facial expressions reflected our dining experience. The quaint, Southern manor architecture and decor make for a comfortable ambiance. It’s enhanced by friendly and attentive service. Unfortunately, the food lacked luster. We started…

At first glance, it’s easy to overlook the misspelling on Cabron Carbon’s exterior sign, which avoids the first word by using the second one twice. However, the error is intentional thanks to a Denver zoning issue regarding the first word, which has several offensive Spanish definitions. Aside from its milder meaning of “badass,” Cabron Carbon…

Here are the known clues: Colonel Mustard in the Sandwich Emporium with a bread knife. The real mystery is which sandwich to order. After sampling three possibilities, from a long list of many, it only makes sense that return visits to the scene are needed. Our takeout order for Colonel Mustard’s Sandwich Emporium in Colorado…

I embrace the opportunity to improve my culinary vocab, especially when this also leads to new foods, which recently happened at Sofia’s Antojitos. Let’s start with antojitos: I had to ask. My guess was little appetizers. More accurately, they’re Mexican street foods (mostly snacks). A large chalkboard, with several other new words, is near the…

Even without the occasional line out the door and the umbrellaed tables on the sidewalk, it would be hard to miss Leven Deli, because of its distinctive brick facade and architectural features. It’s conveniently within easy walking distance to the Denver Art Museum. In fact, it’s part of what’s known as Denver’s Golden Triangle, which…

It’s difficult to ignore a well-traveled colleague’s claim that Greek Café in Colorado Springs is the best place for gyros outside Greece. It seemed as much a challenge as a boast; I’m pleased to report he wasn’t exaggerating. This is an unassuming, casual dining, order-at-the-counter establishment. Menu items are listed on a lighted board, and…