Velvet Lasso
Italian-inspired bakery and cafe with femme spaghetti western theme, celebrating grand opening on Valentine’s Day. Also planning to open an adjacent bar and lounge on April 20, 2026.
520 Grill
520 Grill owner Troy Selby was selected by Aspen City Council to take over subsidized restaurant space. Moving from current location at 520 E. Cooper Ave. Proposed opening within 30-45 days of executing lease and finalizing permits.
Navajo Hogan
Historic restaurant and roadside attraction reopening after being closed since May 2021. Features dive bar, comfort food, and music venue with renovated interior spaces and event pavilion. Menu includes fried chicken, fry bread, burgers, steak, and fish and chips.
White Elephant Aspen
Luxury hotel that has delayed opening twice, originally scheduled for late fall 2025, then February 2026. Online booking shows availability starting June 2026. Waiting for custom-made pieces essential to hotel experience.
Kersle Daily Delights
New cafe opening in West Colfax neighborhood, owned by Roberto Parico Jr. Space was previously occupied by Filthy Family Tattoo. Part of Denver’s growing coffee scene.
Odd Rabbit
New sushi concept from Michelin Bib Gourmand-winning Glo Noodle House owners, featuring traditionally non-traditional sushi menu and award-winning noodle dishes. 90 seats including 10-seat chef’s counter and 40-seat patio.
Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings
Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings is planning a new location in Denver’s Golden Triangle neighborhood as part of their continuing expansion
Metro Pie Pizza
Hong Kong-inspired fast-casual brick-oven pizzeria opening in Lakewood. Features build-your-own model and signature pies with Asian flavors. Part of Red Line Station development with Red Bus Coffee. Owners also plan Hong Kong-style night market for summer 2026.
White Elephant Aspen
Luxury hotel that has delayed opening twice, originally scheduled for late fall 2025, then February 2026. Online booking shows availability starting June 2026. Waiting for custom-made pieces essential to hotel experience.
Tacos Ay Ay Ay
Second location of fast casual Mexican restaurant expanding from Lafayette to Boulder. Will feature same menu as original plus bar service. Located in corner space of small shopping plaza.