![]() Lola Coastal Mexican, West End Tavern, Centro Mexican Kitchen, The Post Brewing Co., Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar and Zolo Grill are among the celebrated concepts which will offer curbside pickup. In addition, Big Red F is offering the Elbow Bump Service Industry Special - a ($15) meal deal which includes an entree and beverage available to all service industry professionals. Now, more than ever, we are here at whatever level you need us,” says Dave Query, chef and owner of Big Red F Restaurant Group. The Lowdown: “For three decades we’ve been a big part of these communities - cooking and serving you food and drinkables made with love and good intentions. Photo’s courtesy of Lola Coastal Mexican’s Facebook It is our goal to help as much as possible and we will continue to put our best effort forward to approach this situation with heart and resilience,” says co-owner Elliott Toan. It is the goal of the Community Meal Program to reconfigure hospitality, thinking about the hourly and industry workers everywhere. “We want to do everything we can to support our staff and the Boulder community, while minimizing risk. Instead, Arcana will accept a “staff support” fee to directly benefit all employees whose hours have been reduced. ![]() Tips shall not be accepted and a delivery fee will not be implemented. Options include Buckner Family Farms prime rib, salmon, vegan stew, the Arcana burger, loaves of Arcana’s wonderful bread, Tulip ice cream pints and a selections of salads and sides. This pay what-you-can to-go and delivery menu will be available to all, with a suggested price of ($20) and a sliding scale starting at ($0). Arcana’s Community Meal Program is a top notch, sliding-scale-situation in which fabulous food will be served up in order to benefit folks in the industry who may be experiencing a financial struggle at this time. The Lowdown: Boulder’s beautiful, ingredient-focused and seriously underrated gem of a restaurant is demonstrating a genuine act of compassion. Cauliflower gratin feijoada – Portuguese heirloom bean stew kimchi – grilled bok choy braised greens – chard and spinach or crispy gruyére tater tots are among the sides to choose from along with a selection of complemental extras and desserts. Protein options include hoisin-braised wagyu beef short rib ($30), free range Petaluma half chicken ($22) and sustainably-sourced Arctic char ($25). T he Lowdown: As we mourn the loss of Euclid Hall - the edgy and exceptionally executed eatery by chef Jennifer Jasinski and Beth Gruitch - the team’s original concept, Rioja, is keeping up with demand for deliciousness by offering a “Feast on the Fly.” This excellent meal deal is priced for one, with two sides and freshly baked bread. *Editor’s note: As things shift with the current situation, make sure to check each restaurant’s websites or social media channels for restaurant-specific updates. With safety, sanitation, spirit and seasoning in mind - here is a list of Denver restaurants to visit for takeout, curbside pickup and specials at this time. Subsequently, social media movements such as #curbsidecolorado and #wegotthisdenver are raising awareness while restaurants are keeping diners up-to-date about their preventative measures in attempt to control the spread of COVID-19. While the day-to-day operations of various eateries are a bit of a doozy these days - certain restaurants, chefs and hospitality groups have taken appropriate measures to continue moving forward. Our impressive, empowering and proactive restaurant community aspires to continue thriving. Likewise, hospitality professionals need to survive. “Social distancing” has become a social responsibility and the restaurant industry is suffering. Patrons were encouraged to support local businesses then immediately pressured to stay within the confinement of their homes. ![]() Next, rolls of toilet paper sold out faster than Popeye’s chicken sandwiches. One moment, hand sanitizer became on par with liquid gold. Granted, the effect COVID-19 has had upon Denver’s restaurant realm appeared to occur in the blink of an eye. However, as the fear of coronavirus spreads, the reality of restaurants temporarily closing their doors may feel fairly disconcerting - especially now that it is a government-mandated situation. ![]() As Alexander Graham Bell once said, “When one door closes, another opens.” Surely, we have adapted this quote to coincide with contemporary optimism.
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