Lauren & Tom
Things To Do & Places to Eat
Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park is home to many species of animals, including bobcats, cougars, black bears, moose & coyotes! (1.5 hour drive) One of the best things to do while in Colorado. Plan ahead!
Las Margs Tavern
Our favorite place for Mexican food! (Because it's round the back of our apartment). Price: $$
Coors Field
Perhaps catch a Baseball game? There are games happening throughout the week!
Daughter Thai Kitchen & Bar
Women owned Thai restaurant which we love. Price: $$$
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
Red Rocks will be having events during the week so check out the schedule to see a show!
Balistreri Vineyards
Go for lunch and a wine tasting at Balistreri Vineyards! Lauren recently worked here for 3 years as their events manager! Price: $$
Washington Park
A great spot to hang out in the park for lunch. Another option is Cheesman Park! We have spent many summer days there.
Stranahan's Whiskey Distillery & Cocktail Bar
There are tours, tastings and even cocktail classes. Price: $$$
Indian Hot Springs
In one of Colorado's charming mountain towns, Idaho Springs, the hot springs are a dreamy place to rest and relax in the tropical waters. (40 min drive) Don't forget other Colorado mountain towns that are also worth a visit! Breckenridge, Frisco, Georgetown, Vail and Aspen just to name a few!
Red Ginger
Perpetually 40% off. Cheap sushi, can't go wrong with Red ginger. Price: $$
Denver Botanic Gardens
Lauren's grandma Marsha volunteers at the gardens so if you have any questions, she's the one to ask!
Babe's Tea Room
Fancy a pot of tea and a scone? Price: $$
Garden of the Gods
A National Natural Landmark, the Garden of the Gods is home to some cool rocks with great hiking opportunities. We did a date day down here once before so we recommend! (1 - 1.5 hour drive) The town of Manitou Springs is also close by so if you want to try drinking some FRESH water from their mineral springs, add this town to your list. (Extra 10 min drive from Garden of the Gods).
Rocky Fin Poke Bar
Good place for delicious poke... Price: $
The Wild Animal Sanctuary
The Wild Animal Sanctuary is the oldest and largest nonprofit Sanctuary in the world dedicated exclusively to rescuing captive exotic and endangered large carnivores, providing them with a wonderful life for as long as they live. (40 min drive)
City O' City
This restaurant is 100% vegetarian and 100% delicious. Price: $$
Denver Art Museum
We love our artists here in Denver so stop by and support our local artists.
GB Fish and Chips
This is the place Tom goes to get British food! Cod & chips, curry sauce and a Boddington's is the regular order. Price: $$
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
If museums are your thing, this is the one to hit in Denver.
Acova
Acova is a restaurant in Denver's LoHi neighborhood, infusing vintage flair and contemporary charm into the food and ambiance. One of Lauren's regular spots for dinner with friends. She recommends getting a 'Misty' and the Lobster Mac n Cheese. Price: $$
Denver Zoo
If anyone goes, tell me how the baby rhino is doing!
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
Want that American feel and have a burger? Then you can't go wrong with Bad Daddy's. Price: $$
Chatfield Reservoir
Chatfield Lake is a regular spot of ours in the summer time. Fantastic place for paddle-boarding! (30 min drive)
Hamburger Mary's Denver
Burgers & Drag Queens. Check their schedule to check out when they have drag brunch and drag shows!