"Run by two sisters whose mother owns the original Aloy Thai in Boulder, this relatively upscale Ballpark spinoff earns its spot on the list with a menu that takes more chef-driven, contemporary twists and turns than most. Small plates like the crunchy golden corn fritters, rich creamed-duck wontons, and honey-drizzled Brie tempura with sweet-potato chips blatantly — and enjoyably — buck tradition, while atypical ingredients like lamb chops, black rice, and zucchini make their way into entrees, including a bright pineapple fried rice." - Ruth Tobias