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Sassy · 09-13-2007, 01:09 AM

Has anyone eaten here?

Benny's Restaurante y Tequila Bar

301 E 7th Ave, Denver, CO 80203 · 303-894-0788

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Outdoor Dining: None
CAPITOL HILL. As twilight falls over the gently sloped streets of Capitol Hill, it's not unusual to see a crowd lingering at Seventh and Logan. Put your name in for a table at this ever-lively Mexican eatery and you'll soon be part of the throng. Happily, food and drink are worth the wait – well-stuffed enchiladas, crispy sopapillas with honey, and delicious frozen strawberry margaritas by the pitcher. Friendly, attentive waitstaff move the evening along smoothly, and authentic Mexican fare continues to please Denverites after nearly 20 years. Judging by the hungry crowds every night, Benny's is just getting started.

TheChamp24 · 09-13-2007, 01:22 AM

Negative ghost rider.

For me, I'm just dying to eat a Chipotle burrito again. Sucks theres no Chipotle around here

Sassy · 09-13-2007, 01:22 AM

Any suggestions for a "lunch" on 16th St.

Preferably with a little bit of everything?
(Not the Cheesecake Factory though.)

ak1971 · 09-13-2007, 01:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

Has anyone eaten here?

Benny's Restaurante y Tequila Bar

301 E 7th Ave, Denver, CO 80203 · 303-894-0788

User Rating: (Rate It)

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Avg. Entrée: $$1 - $15
Reservations: Available, Available
Dress: CC: Casual

Outdoor Dining: None
CAPITOL HILL. As twilight falls over the gently sloped streets of Capitol Hill, it's not unusual to see a crowd lingering at Seventh and Logan. Put your name in for a table at this ever-lively Mexican eatery and you'll soon be part of the throng. Happily, food and drink are worth the wait – well-stuffed enchiladas, crispy sopapillas with honey, and delicious frozen strawberry margaritas by the pitcher. Friendly, attentive waitstaff move the evening along smoothly, and authentic Mexican fare continues to please Denverites after nearly 20 years. Judging by the hungry crowds every night, Benny's is just getting started.

good ****. Govnrs Park is acroos the street is pretty good to get a beer or 10

ak1971 · 09-13-2007, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

Any suggestions for a "lunch" on 16th St.

Preferably with a little bit of everything?
(Not the Cheesecake Factory though.)

Earls just opened which is always a plus. Couple of choices in the Pavillions

Sassy · 09-13-2007, 01:59 AM

So it's worth checking out?
Hogan can eat mexican 24/7!

!

Sassy · 09-13-2007, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ak1971

Earls just opened which is always a plus. Couple of choices in the Pavillions

Is that in the Pavillions? Looking for a lunch spot with the parents on Monday.

Pezman · 09-13-2007, 02:20 AM

Be spontaneous Sass... just take them somewhere downtown and live happy.

Sassy · 09-13-2007, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Pezman

Be spontaneous Sass... just take them somewhere downtown and live happy.

We went to the Cheesecake Factory last time!

Pezman · 09-13-2007, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

We went to the Cheesecake Factory last time!

Oh man, they used to have such a damn good BBQ rib sandwich there back in the day... Mmmm

Sassy · 09-13-2007, 02:36 AM

Have you been to Benny's Pez?

Hogan11 · 09-13-2007, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

We went to the Cheesecake Factory last time!

Be advised, I do plan on getting at least one slice of cheesecake when I'm on that Mall

Sassy · 09-13-2007, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Hogan11

Be advised, I do plan on getting at least one slice of cheesecake when I'm on that Mall

I've been advised...as long as you share

TheChamp24 · 09-13-2007, 02:56 AM

I do believe the ESPN Zone place is still next to the Westin. Damnit, I forget what street it is though, its been ages since I've been downtown. I miss it

Sassy · 09-13-2007, 03:00 AM

Nah...that's ok...we went into the ESPN Zone last year too...no place to sit...so we passed.

TailgateNut · 09-13-2007, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by jth1331

Negative ghost rider.

For me, I'm just dying to eat a Chipotle burrito again. Sucks theres no Chipotle around here

If you want THE BEST BURRITO in town you have to try one from Santiagos. Their breakfast burritos are awesome, and at $2 a wack also a great deal. Their smothered Beef and chicken burritos are also top of the heap. Just don't ask for the hot unless you have a cast iron stomach. I usually do the 1/2 and 1/2.

ak1971 · 09-13-2007, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

Is that in the Pavillions? Looking for a lunch spot with the parents on Monday.

Its a across the street. Bennys is good though and pretty cheap.

I dont go downtown much any longer now that Im a full blown married suburbanite.

Sassy · 09-13-2007, 10:14 AM

Hogan like the "ten beers" across the street from Benny's

Master___Pain · 09-13-2007, 11:17 AM

Couple of things.

Benny's = good, cheap mexican food. Thumbs up. Good margs.

Gov'nrs Park= Terrible, terrible food (I'm jaded, I used to bartend there and I'll never eat there again) That said, they have one of the best happy hours in Denver. 2-1 Draft beers, LIT and house margs. If you are getting the house marg, make sure you combine the 2 margs into one. They are pretty weak. Not the case with the Long Islands. Those things are served in 24 ounce glasses and they'll kick you ass. Very good though. I think they have about 20 beers on tap. Happy hour is 4-7 everyday but sunday.

TGN, you talking about Santiago's down on Broadway, south of Hampden? their breakfast burritos are awesome.

As for downtown, there are a ton of restaurants. One of my favorites is BD's Mongolian BBQ. Inexpensive $7-9 per entry and the choices are unlimited. 1620 Wazee. Just take the 16th street mall shuttle down to market and walk a block or two towards Union Station.

TailgateNut · 09-13-2007, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Master___Pain

Couple of things.

Benny's = good, cheap mexican food. Thumbs up. Good margs.

Gov'nrs Park= Terrible, terrible food (I'm jaded, I used to bartend there and I'll never eat there again) That said, they have one of the best happy hours in Denver. 2-1 Draft beers, LIT and house margs. If you are getting the house marg, make sure you combine the 2 margs into one. They are pretty weak. Not the case with the Long Islands. Those things are served in 24 ounce glasses and they'll kick you ass. Very good though. I think they have about 20 beers on tap. Happy hour is 4-7 everyday but sunday.

TGN, you talking about Santiago's down on Broadway, south of Hampden? their breakfast burritos are awesome.

As for downtown, there are a ton of restaurants. One of my favorites is BD's Mongolian BBQ. Inexpensive $7-9 per entry and the choices are unlimited. 1620 Wazee. Just take the 16th street mall shuttle down to market and walk a block or two towards Union Station.

Santiagos has restaurants all ove town. I usually hit the one on W104th near the Red Lobster. Their BF burritos hit the spot! Caution: Their Hot Green Chili IS HOT! Ass burnin' HOT!

Sassy · 09-13-2007, 01:54 PM

Yum...food!
Keep the suggestions coming...we can always eat!

!

BucklandBronco · 09-14-2007, 12:50 AM

Sassy, you might want to check out the Blue Bonnet in Denver.

http://www.bluebonnetrestaurant.com

It is not downtown, but just a few stops (ten minutes) away, via the Light Rail. While it is not THE best Mexican fare in Denver, it is definitely among the best. And, trust me, there are not that many “bests” in Denver, as strange as that may seem.

At any rate, you will not be disappointed. The seating is ample (but always a slight wait on a Saturday night), the atmosphere is nice, and the prices are amazingly moderate for what you get (and you get MUCHO)! Plus, there are adequate, strategically placed, TV monitors for watching the games—that is if you can HEAR them, over the lively crowd!

As a culinary aficionado, I would not recommend a just so-so place, for what it’s worth. So, again, you will not be disappointed.

Buck

Sassy · 09-14-2007, 12:53 AM

We've never taken the light rail...what the's procedure?

We are staying at the Red Lion by Invesco.

BucklandBronco · 09-14-2007, 01:08 AM

QUOTE=Sassy;1712326]We've never taken the light rail...what the's procedure?

We are staying at the Red Lion by Invesco.[/QUOTE]

It’s pretty simple, really. And one small one-time daily fare will take you anywhere you want to go in the Denver area—which also includes the bus (arggh) connections. No need to transfer to an RTD bus, however, to get to the Blue Bonnet.

Actually, since I live a good way from downtown—and have only used the light rail to go downtown (to include the Bronco’s games)—perhaps it would be better to solicit the explicit advice from a better informed Denverite in here.

Meanwhile, you could check out this link for light rail schedules/stops:

http://www.rtd-denver.com/LightRail/index.html

From Invesco, you would get off at the Alameda station, to get to the Blue Bonnet—walking distance from the stop.

Hogan11 · 09-14-2007, 03:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

Hogan can eat mexican 24/7!

!

Quote:

Hogan like the "ten beers" across the street from Benny's

Geezus, makes me sound like Tarzan or something.....Hogan eat Mexican, Hogan like ten beers

09-13-2007, 01:09 AM	#1
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	Denver Restaurants... Has anyone eaten here? Benny's Restaurante y Tequila Bar 301 E 7th Ave, Denver, CO 80203 · 303-894-0788 User Rating: (Rate It) My Lists: (Add to My Lists) Avg. Entrée: $$1 - $15 Reservations: Available, Available Dress: CC: Casual Outdoor Dining: None CAPITOL HILL. As twilight falls over the gently sloped streets of Capitol Hill, it's not unusual to see a crowd lingering at Seventh and Logan. Put your name in for a table at this ever-lively Mexican eatery and you'll soon be part of the throng. Happily, food and drink are worth the wait – well-stuffed enchiladas, crispy sopapillas with honey, and delicious frozen strawberry margaritas by the pitcher. Friendly, attentive waitstaff move the evening along smoothly, and authentic Mexican fare continues to please Denverites after nearly 20 years. Judging by the hungry crowds every night, Benny's is just getting started.

09-13-2007, 02:20 AM	#8
Pezman Livin the dream Andy did you hear about this one? Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Smoggy SoCal Posts: 9,833 Adopt-a-Bronco: DJ Williams	Be spontaneous Sass... just take them somewhere downtown and live happy. __________________ Sitting on a beach, earning 20%

09-13-2007, 11:17 AM	#19
Master___Pain Ring of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: The Springs Posts: 4,605 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rock Hoover	Couple of things. Benny's = good, cheap mexican food. Thumbs up. Good margs. Gov'nrs Park= Terrible, terrible food (I'm jaded, I used to bartend there and I'll never eat there again) That said, they have one of the best happy hours in Denver. 2-1 Draft beers, LIT and house margs. If you are getting the house marg, make sure you combine the 2 margs into one. They are pretty weak. Not the case with the Long Islands. Those things are served in 24 ounce glasses and they'll kick you ass. Very good though. I think they have about 20 beers on tap. Happy hour is 4-7 everyday but sunday. TGN, you talking about Santiago's down on Broadway, south of Hampden? their breakfast burritos are awesome. As for downtown, there are a ton of restaurants. One of my favorites is BD's Mongolian BBQ. Inexpensive $7-9 per entry and the choices are unlimited. 1620 Wazee. Just take the 16th street mall shuttle down to market and walk a block or two towards Union Station. Last edited by Master___Pain; 09-13-2007 at 11:20 AM..

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09-13-2007, 01:22 AM	#2
TheChamp24 DERP DERP DERP The Legend Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Broncos Country Posts: 4,875	Negative ghost rider. For me, I'm just dying to eat a Chipotle burrito again. Sucks theres no Chipotle around here

09-13-2007, 01:59 AM	#6
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	So it's worth checking out? Hogan can eat mexican 24/7! !

09-13-2007, 02:36 AM	#11
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	Have you been to Benny's Pez?

09-13-2007, 02:56 AM	#14
TheChamp24 DERP DERP DERP The Legend Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Broncos Country Posts: 4,875	I do believe the ESPN Zone place is still next to the Westin. Damnit, I forget what street it is though, its been ages since I've been downtown. I miss it

09-13-2007, 03:00 AM	#15
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	Nah...that's ok...we went into the ESPN Zone last year too...no place to sit...so we passed.

09-13-2007, 10:14 AM	#18
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	Hogan like the "ten beers" across the street from Benny's

09-13-2007, 01:54 PM	#21
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	Yum...food! Keep the suggestions coming...we can always eat! !

09-14-2007, 12:50 AM	#22
BucklandBronco Reset Odometer Join date: 02/09/1964 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Little town in CO Posts: 61 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	Sassy, you might want to check out the Blue Bonnet in Denver. http://www.bluebonnetrestaurant.com It is not downtown, but just a few stops (ten minutes) away, via the Light Rail. While it is not THE best Mexican fare in Denver, it is definitely among the best. And, trust me, there are not that many “bests” in Denver, as strange as that may seem. At any rate, you will not be disappointed. The seating is ample (but always a slight wait on a Saturday night), the atmosphere is nice, and the prices are amazingly moderate for what you get (and you get MUCHO)! Plus, there are adequate, strategically placed, TV monitors for watching the games—that is if you can HEAR them, over the lively crowd! As a culinary aficionado, I would not recommend a just so-so place, for what it’s worth. So, again, you will not be disappointed. Buck

09-14-2007, 12:53 AM	#23
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	We've never taken the light rail...what the's procedure? We are staying at the Red Lion by Invesco.

09-14-2007, 01:08 AM	#24
BucklandBronco Reset Odometer Join date: 02/09/1964 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Little town in CO Posts: 61 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	QUOTE=Sassy;1712326]We've never taken the light rail...what the's procedure? We are staying at the Red Lion by Invesco.[/QUOTE] It’s pretty simple, really. And one small one-time daily fare will take you anywhere you want to go in the Denver area—which also includes the bus (arggh) connections. No need to transfer to an RTD bus, however, to get to the Blue Bonnet. Actually, since I live a good way from downtown—and have only used the light rail to go downtown (to include the Bronco’s games)—perhaps it would be better to solicit the explicit advice from a better informed Denverite in here. Meanwhile, you could check out this link for light rail schedules/stops: http://www.rtd-denver.com/LightRail/index.html From Invesco, you would get off at the Alameda station, to get to the Blue Bonnet—walking distance from the stop.