Author: Robin Intemann

I imagine Oka Ramen #3 in Manitou Springs is like most noodle shops around the country, perhaps even universally: It’s a place where more attention is paid to food than to decor or manners, and slurping is expected. Except for the beautiful silk kimono hanging on the wall like a sentry, there’s not much else…

The Roswell has the personality of a neighborhood bar, but its comfort food-focused menu has little of what’s generally associated with pub grub. The few appetizers meeting that description include pretzels with mustard ($9) and cauliflower Buffalo wings ($11) — note they’re not chicken. Still, there are several appealing starter choices: oven-baked Brie with apricot…

It’s difficult to say which is better at the ViewHouse restaurant: the vistas or the lunch deals — and the food that comes with them — since all are equally impressive. The only distractions are the numerous TVs, what one friend called “surround visuals.” Once you’re able to ignore the overhead screens, it’s easier to…

Poor exterior signage and limited lighting in the dark parking lot were sources of frustration when trying to find Roots Café. Once inside, that annoyance immediately dissipated thanks to the warm aloha welcome from co-owners Mama D. (who’s also the chef) and Pastor Pam (explanation to come). Mama D. serves up “Local Hawaiian Favorites,” and,…

Chook is another word for chicken, which is common knowledge if you’ve been to Australia, New Zealand or a Denver restaurant bearing the name. There are three, soon to be four, Chook Charcoal Chicken locations in the Mile High City. We visited the one in Platt Park. Chook Charcoal Chicken Restaurant (Located at: 1300 South…