However...there is food...
I got into a discussion with a visiting friend about whether or not Denver has any good bands. I vehemently stuck up for my 'hood, and when I got home that night I typed as ferociously as possible a list of Denver bands that I adore. But why stop just at bands? Denver, and the whole Front Range sprawl, sometimes gets a reputation for outsourcing its entertainment if it's not involved with skiing.
But wow, we have some great places. So this post is going to pair some great Denver bands with some equally as addictive Denver eateries. I suggest you start taking my city seriously. Or I'll whack you with a ski pole. A sharpened one.

We'll See the Sun- Houses
So what about those late summer nights when you are listening to golden songs like the one

Oddly enough, Denver has a street just littered with authentic taco carts and dives just bursting with carne asada, smothered burritos, and salsa so fresh the tomatoes ripen as you douse.
I'm no expert on Federal Boulevard taco joints since there are so many, but one that I have returned to several times during the summer is Tacos Y Salsas. A hole in the wall with the best salsa bar I've ever seen (it's like Christmas for people who want salsa options), there is no way you can break the bank here, but you're guaranteed to leave extremely full and happy. I recommend turning on some good music and exploring as many taquerias as you can possibly stomach.
Tacos y Salsas
910 S Federal Blvd
Denver, CO 80219

I recommend it.
Hanging Surrender- The Wheel
With such soul satisfying music like that, you need a stick to your ribs meal. No better place than


It's because sometimes after a bunch of hipster toe tapping, it makes me feel good to hear some classic country inspired hooks (twang included), all tied together with actual intelligence and impassioned sincerity. Even for people not so comfortable with the country vibe, I haven't seen someone who sees The Hollyfelds live and doesn't break out smiling and get totally involved with their plucky, fun performance. No wonder they swept the Westword Alt-Country category to firmly plant themselves, spurs dug in firmly, in the Denver music scene as a genre busting force to be clapped and danced to.
Here's a video of theirs from Denver's huge, rad Underground Music Showcase.
Since I saw them at The Mercury Cafee first, I should write about this amazing little place. I

Check out their website. Their comforting motto, "Local, organic food is your birth right" is backed up by their practices, especially since they openly list their suppliers for diners to see. Pretty refreshing to see a place back up their trendy "green" claims.
I personally recommend any of their shockingly delicious vegan desserts.
So go out and explore your city! There are always things to do, events to see, and delicious ways to fuel yourself on the journey. Colorado is my playground; where's yours?
Hi Kathleen -
ReplyDeleteThanks for the kind words about our band The Hollyfelds. We totally appreciate it! Arrested Development forever! (When does the movie come out?)
Anyway, we have a new release coming out on May 22, we would love to email you some MP3s or a CD when we are done. I am too technologically impaired to find your contact info on here, so send us your email address to TheHollyfelds@gmail.com if you are interested.
Thanks again!
-The Hollyfelds