"Looking like a cross between a midcentury cinema and a souk, this pan-Mediterranean lounge is as sexy as they come in Denver. The kitchen turns out tapas, meze, and paellas that only enhance the date-night experience par excellence; the same goes for the bar, with its flair for flamboyant cocktails and a wine list that whisks you to far-flung lands. Before booking a reservation with anyone here, ask yourself one key question: Would you go on a vacation with them? If so, prepare for your mini–Mediterranean escape right here in Denver—no packing required." - Ruth Tobias