Interested in sampling all that Highland has to offer? From a taco joint to a beer bar, read on for the newest destinations to open in this Denver neighborhood.
Acova
3651 Navajo St.
Acova is a New American spot that comes from the same team behind The Hornet on South Broadway. The newcomer occupies the building that formally housed Patsy's Inn for 95 years.
Notable menu options include the Fisherman's Stew with mussels, calamari, crab, cod, onions and white beans; veal osso buck with Parmesan polenta and spicy greens; lobster mac and cheese with bacon and panko crumbs; and fried chicken and potatoes. Thirsty? Pair your fare with a domestic or international red or white wine. Check out the full menu here.
Acova currently holds 4.5 stars out of 25 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Cooper S., who reviewed it on July 7, wrote, "A great addition to the neighborhood. Love the design, and they have a huge patio. We've had dinner here, and brunch as well as we popped in for red and white wine slushies."
Yelper Bridget E. wrote, "This place is simply amazing on so many levels! ... We shared the nachos as an appetizer and the white beans were amazing. We opted not to add meat and it was still spiced and delicious. We then split the beet salad and gnocchi Michoacán and both were amazing!"
Acova is open from 11 a.m.–midnight on weekdays and 10 a.m.–midnight on weekends.
BorraCho Tacos
3200 N. Pecos St.
BorraCho Tacos, located in the collective eatery Avanti Food & Beverage, serves its tacos a la carte for under $5 each.
Look for the Baja Buzz fish taco with pico de gallo and coleslaw; the Tipsy Thai with shrimp, Sriracha mayo and avocado; or the Korean BBQ with grilled chicken, kimchi and scallions. Diners can also make their own taco bowl with choice of meat, toppings and fixings. Check out the full menu here.
With a four-star rating out of five reviews on Yelp, BorraCho Tacos has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Savanna R., who reviewed it on July 7, wrote, "Delicious tacos. Flavorful and original. Fresh ingredients. Awesome spot upstairs at Avanti with a view of the city. Don't miss out on the burrito bowls and guac."
The business is open 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Sunday–Wednesday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Thursday and 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Cerveceria Colorado
1635 Platte St.
Beer bar Cerveceria Colorado serves up house-brewed beers that are inspired by the flavors of Mexico.
Check out the Churro Stout with milk stout and fresh churros in the mash aged with cinnamon; the Nopalito, a wheat beer with cactus leaves; and the Horchata Blonde, a sweet brew made with lactose sugar, rice, cinnamon and vanilla.
Yelpers are excited about Cerveceria Colorado, which currently holds 4.5 stars out of 14 reviews on the site.
Lauren B., who reviewed it on July 7, wrote, "I love this brewery. Their beers are creative and taste so incredibly clean. My favorites are the Churro Stout, Horchata and Venga."
Conner K. noted, "Absolutely delicious! I've been to this brewery three times this week. Their unique beer flavors, awesome location, and super chill atmosphere are all to thank for a great experience!"
Cerveceria Colorado is open from 11 a.m.–11 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.–midnight on Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m.–9 p.m. on Sunday.
Dead Battery Club
2420 17th St., Suite 103
Dead Battery Club is a cocktail and wine bar serving Mediterranean-style fare. According to its site, the name is a literal suggestion to come in and unplug from your phone in order to re-create the vibe of an old-school bar.
The menu includes cocktails like the Lithium (rye, caffe amaro, orange bitters, demerara sugar and rum-burnt coffee beans); the Pal V (vodka or gin, apricot liqueur, lemon and luxardo cherry); or the Need Juice (apricot brandy, chai tea, strawberry, apple, citrus and honey). Not in the mood for a boozy liquor drink? Wine, beer, coffee and tea are also on offer. (See the full drink menu here.)
With a 4.5-star rating out of nine reviews on Yelp, Dead Battery Club is off to a strong start.
Yelper Jordan L., who reviewed the bar on June 6, wrote, "Holy crap this place is so fantastic! My colleagues and I were looking for a trendy, fun restaurant to go to on our first night in Denver and Dead Battery Club did not disappoint."
Lauren J. noted, "We stopped in here post brunch on a Saturday to keep the booze flowing. It's nice and tucked away with a cute little patio. The inside is stylish and cozy."
Dead Battery Club is open from 7 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday-Wednesday, 7 a.m.–midnight on Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.–midnight on Saturday, and 10 a.m.–10 p.m. on Sunday.
Pepper Asian Bistro II
3759 Lipan St.
Pepper Asian Bistro II is an Asian fusion restaurant that sports an outdoor patio, a full-service bar and a casual, modern vibe. According to Westword, owner James Zheng, who has operated the original location on East Colfax Avenue for four years, is offering mostly Chinese fare along with a variety of East Asian dishes.
Notable menu options include Thai curries, fried rice and pan-fried noodle entrees, seafood delicacies with Asian spices and appetizers like edamame, cheese wontons and potstickers. Round out your meal with dessert offerings like mochi ice cream, chocolate cake and mango sticky rice. Take a look of the full menu here.
Pepper Asian Bistro II is on its way to developing a local fan base with five stars out of 46 reviews on Yelp.
Yelper Sydney B., who reviewed the restaurant on April 4, wrote, "Affordable, fresh, quality Chinese food that is great for dine-in or takeout."
Yelper Jessica O. wrote, "We finally have a decent Chinese food option in the neighborhood! It's mostly Chinese food with some splashes of Thai and Japanese."
Pepper Asian Bistro II is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on weekdays, noon–10 p.m. on Saturday and noon–9:30 p.m. on Sunday.
