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10/01/2015 10:09:51 PM · #1 |
My tenth birthday party was at Casa Bonita. The food was terrible, but every other aspect of it was perfect to my ten year old brain. Cliff divers, mariachis, sopapillas. Awesome!
If I cared about the food, however, I'd go to La Loma. |
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10/01/2015 09:33:18 PM · #2 |
| OMG.. Casa Bonita, is it still there? Loved the waterfall/divers.. and the food. Only downer is having to wait in line to order food. Maybe that's changed. There was another homestyle eatery in Denver area where the waiters/waitresses danced on top of the tables.. can't recall the name but food was delish! Also.. Old Spaghetti Factory, amazing decor! |
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10/01/2015 07:17:31 PM · #3 |
That sounds familiar ... I'm now thinking someone may have mentioned it a few years ago ... don't remember any cliff divers though!
Casa Bonita is in Lakewood ... |
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10/01/2015 06:57:11 PM · #4 |
Originally posted by GeneralE:
I can't remember the name of it, but the one time I was in Denver about 40 years ago I ate at a gigantic Mexican restaurant ... I also can't remember how good it was, but it was definitely an all-you-can-eat affair -- you could raise a little flag on your table and the wait-person would bring you more of whatever you wanted ... with the indoor fountain and other interesting decor it made for an "interesting" experience. I'm curious if it's still around ... |
I am guessing you are talking about Casa Bonita, they have been around for a long time and are still going strong. The food is and has always been so so at best but the atmosphere is a lot of fun. The Sopaipillas they serve for desert are pretty good and I think they still have the flags to get more. Their are several different scenes for each dining room and they still have the high divers diving into the fountain.
I just looked them up and they opened 40 years ago, you must have been there right after they opened. I have not been there in a while but last time I went nothing had changed from when they first opened.
Message edited by author 2015-10-01 19:02:39. |
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10/01/2015 06:51:33 PM · #5 |
| I think it was more traditional "Americanized Mexican" food: tacos, enchiladas, empanadas, etc.... just an awful lot of it ... |
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10/01/2015 06:40:05 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by GeneralE:
I can't remember the name of it, but the one time I was in Denver about 40 years ago I ate at a gigantic Mexican restaurant ... I also can't remember how good it was, but it was definitely an all-you-can-eat affair -- you could raise a little flag on your table and the wait-person would bring you more of whatever you wanted ... with the indoor fountain and other interesting decor it made for an "interesting" experience. I'm curious if it's still around ... |
Sounds like a Brazilian Carnaceria, we have one in Hyannis (large Brazilian population) where they are constantly spit-roasting a large variety of meats and walk them around the tables carving off slices tableside :-) |
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10/01/2015 04:09:13 PM · #7 |
| I can't remember the name of it, but the one time I was in Denver about 40 years ago I ate at a gigantic Mexican restaurant ... I also can't remember how good it was, but it was definitely an all-you-can-eat affair -- you could raise a little flag on your table and the wait-person would bring you more of whatever you wanted ... with the indoor fountain and other interesting decor it made for an "interesting" experience. I'm curious if it's still around ... |
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10/01/2015 03:46:15 PM · #8 |
| Brakes would be a good idea too :-) |
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10/01/2015 03:34:42 PM · #9 |
Make sure you stop in the Grand Tetons, we had a much better time there than yellowstone, they have a "float trip" that you can take and it is very much worth it!
Have fun!!!! I would also suggest Estes Park Colorado, and the rocky mountain national park and taking trail ridge road up - Make sure your breaks are good!
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10/01/2015 03:14:37 PM · #10 |
Originally posted by hahn23:
Denver's Oldest Steakhouse: The Buckhorn Exchange A unique experience for locals and visitors. I've enjoyed each and every visit. |
I agree, the buckhorn is always good. Another fun one is The Fort, try some Buffalo while you are here. It is an easy drive from Lakewood, near Morrison. And for a really good steak but pricy you can not beat Del Friscos |
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10/01/2015 02:21:27 PM · #11 |
Littleton's Park Meadows Mall is worth a visit to do some shopping. It's been awhile but I think this is the mall with the big fireplace hearth you can sit around and warm your fanny.
Message edited by author 2015-10-01 14:46:56. |
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10/01/2015 11:52:10 AM · #12 |
Originally posted by hahn23:
Denver's Oldest Steakhouse: The Buckhorn Exchange A unique experience for locals and visitors. I've enjoyed each and every visit. |
We are looking for a good steak house...good suggestion
I'm also in the Littleton/Lakewood area. |
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10/01/2015 11:44:34 AM · #13 |
| Hey Janine.. definitely consider Canon City's Royal Gorge.. it's amazing. About a 2 hr drive from Denver.. absolutely worth the experience and great photo potential!! |
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10/01/2015 11:30:44 AM · #14 |
Denver's Oldest Steakhouse: The Buckhorn Exchange A unique experience for locals and visitors. I've enjoyed each and every visit.
Message edited by author 2015-10-01 11:33:45. |
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10/01/2015 11:16:58 AM · #15 |
alright all you great people...
Where to eat in Denver, Vail & Jackson Hole....Favorite places. I know that when I went home to Michigan there were places I'd always visit and still do to this day...that's what I'm looking for. Mom n Pop places with excellent food fare. |
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09/14/2015 12:19:51 PM · #16 |
Originally posted by scarbrd:
We used to go to Colorado to visit my wife's best friend in Vail. She moved to Florida a couple of months ago :-(. Still have cousin in Denver, so who knows.
Thinking about Rocky Mountain National Park for my annual photo trip in late May.
Originally posted by Ja-9:
I'd love to do a meet-up if anyone had any time...David...your always on the road...come on!!!
I've sent Derek a PM...so we'll see where he directs me (probably off a cliff!!!). |
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well, when you come to Florida...you'll have to let me know...I know loads of interesting places to go shooting wildlife!!! And other scenic areas.
ETA: Winter months are best for wildlife
Message edited by author 2015-09-14 12:20:13. |
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09/14/2015 11:33:41 AM · #17 |
We used to go to Colorado to visit my wife's best friend in Vail. She moved to Florida a couple of months ago :-(. Still have cousin in Denver, so who knows.
Thinking about Rocky Mountain National Park for my annual photo trip in late May.
Originally posted by Ja-9:
I'd love to do a meet-up if anyone had any time...David...your always on the road...come on!!!
I've sent Derek a PM...so we'll see where he directs me (probably off a cliff!!!). |
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09/14/2015 11:09:16 AM · #18 |
I'd love to do a meet-up if anyone had any time...David...your always on the road...come on!!!
I've sent Derek a PM...so we'll see where he directs me (probably off a cliff!!!). |
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09/14/2015 09:26:32 AM · #19 |
I forgot to mention Derek ( spiritualspatula) in my previous post.
He is a wealth of information about Colorado, too. I would love to be up there for the color change!
Originally posted by spiritualspatula:
I'm up in the northwest portion of Colorado (Steamboat Springs area), and our aspens have just begun to change, as well. I haven't been up north where they have the best color, but towards the east, they are mid change+ currently. If you plan to come through my area, I have simple accommodations (PM for further). So far as Yellowstone/Teton in general, I actually just made a trip up to Jackson last month. Plan for extreme traffic delays when traveling anywhere in the park due to wildlife (could be deer, elk, bison, wolves, or bears that actually slow things down, but plan on a HUGE slowdown both in the Lamar (presumed slowdown) and Hayden (experienced slowdown). When I say huge slowdown I mean 1/4 of gas= 1 minute of driving past wildlife present. Bring your big lenses and prepare for a conga line of cars. Old Faithful is a veritable CITY, but still houses some cool items (again, PM for further) that you should check out. In short, depending upon your plans, I have a large or a small amount to share. Hope your trip goes great in any case! |
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09/14/2015 04:16:07 AM · #20 |
I'm up in the northwest portion of Colorado (Steamboat Springs area), and our aspens have just begun to change, as well. I haven't been up north where they have the best color, but towards the east, they are mid change+ currently. If you plan to come through my area, I have simple accommodations (PM for further). So far as Yellowstone/Teton in general, I actually just made a trip up to Jackson last month. Plan for extreme traffic delays when traveling anywhere in the park due to wildlife (could be deer, elk, bison, wolves, or bears that actually slow things down, but plan on a HUGE slowdown both in the Lamar (presumed slowdown) and Hayden (experienced slowdown). When I say huge slowdown I mean 1/4 of gas= 1 minute of driving past wildlife present. Bring your big lenses and prepare for a conga line of cars. Old Faithful is a veritable CITY, but still houses some cool items (again, PM for further) that you should check out. In short, depending upon your plans, I have a large or a small amount to share. Hope your trip goes great in any case!
Message edited by author 2015-09-14 04:17:51. |
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09/13/2015 06:22:49 PM · #21 |
| I grew up 100 miles from Yellowstone. This time of year ... make sure your tires are snow tiers. It is very likely you'll be driving in snow in Yellowstone. And like someone said previously ... check that all roads you plan to travel will be open. |
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09/11/2015 11:16:27 AM · #22 |
The highest paved road is definitely on our list. I'll look up Maroon Bells and mark it on my map...wink Anyplace else? |
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09/11/2015 11:01:10 AM · #23 |
If you're coming in from Denver, on your way to Vail, turn left at Idaho Springs and head up to Mt. Evans, the highest paved road in the US.
That's where this was taken.
hahn23 also gave me some good advice or the area.
Maroon Bells near Aspen is easy to get to and oft photographed.
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09/11/2015 10:23:10 AM · #24 |
Originally posted by hahn23:
Originally posted by Ja-9:
Maybe.....just maybe!!!
Rick (husband) is there now says the colors haven't really even started yet....fingers crossed!!! |
Not only have the aspen started their color change, the colors will peak on September 18, 2015 at 9500' in RMNP.   |
Damn n double damn... |
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09/11/2015 10:16:32 AM · #25 |
Originally posted by Ja-9:
Maybe.....just maybe!!!
Rick (husband) is there now says the colors haven't really even started yet....fingers crossed!!! |
Not only have the aspen started their color change, the colors will peak on September 18, 2015 at 9500' in RMNP.
Message edited by author 2015-09-11 10:21:25. |
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