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DaLat Vietnamese Cuisine serves up vibrant sauces and neighborhood charm
June 12, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationSteamed clams with fresh Vietnamese mint. In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be...
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Pho Duy: round three on Denver's finest stretch of noodles
June 05, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationPho Duy: equal parts vibrant and serene.In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be...
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A bao of respect for Lao Wang Noodle House
May 29, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationThe constantly moving proprietor moves past in a blurIn A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits....
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At J's Noodles Star Thai, rice dishes also shine
May 22, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationJungle curry at J's Noodles Star Thai.In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be...
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Little bundles of joy at Gio Cha Cali
May 15, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationTightly wrapped mystery bundles.In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the national...
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Golden Pho & Grill is a newcomer, but fits right in on Federal
May 08, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationMore than the standard plate of toppings In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll...
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Vietnam Grill serves up a surprising culinary lesson on Vietnamese cuisine
May 01, 2013 in Cafe Society
All photos by Mark Antonation In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the...
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Ba Le Sandwich: Take that, fusion haters
April 24, 2013 in Cafe Society
All photos by Mark Antonation In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the...
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Hong Kong Barbecue: Finding comfort in unfamiliar flavors
April 17, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationThis is where the ducks hang out In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll...
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Variety's not the spice at Pho 555 on Federal
April 10, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationPho with rare steak, tripe and tendon.In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be...
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Pho 96 keeps it warm and simple
April 03, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationPho 96In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the national chains and...
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Carnitas Estilo Michoacan: Take the chilaquiles and run
March 27, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationThe salsa bar at Carnitas Michoacan.In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard - south to north - within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping...
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Pho Le: So pho, so good (and porky)
March 20, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationHu tieu mi nam vang - pork broth and noodles with heartIn A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within...
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Gorditas Doa Lidia is the Mrs. Garrett of Federal Boulevard
March 13, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark AntonationFamiliar tacos al pastor at Gorditas Doa Lidia. In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard - south to north - within Denver city limits....
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At Pho 95, warmth and familiarity slow down the rush on a cold night
March 06, 2013 in Cafe Society
In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the national chains and per-scoop Chinese...
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The molcajete rocks at Playa Azul
February 27, 2013 in Cafe Society
Mark Antonation In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the national chains and...
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Las Islitas gives a taste of Nayarit's seafood specialties
February 20, 2013 in Cafe Society
All photos by Mark Antonation. In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard - south to north - within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the...
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Joel Klatt gets schooled in the Denver dining scene over dinner at Squeaky Bean
February 14, 2013 in Cafe Society
Lori MidsonJoel Klatt, Mark Antonation and Squeaky Bean owner Johnny Ballen.In advance of the Super Bowl, 104.3 The Fan morning sports commentator Joel Klatt declared that Denver was a chain...
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Tangy shrimp help solve the puzzle of Torres Mexican Restaurant
February 13, 2013 in Cafe Society
All photos by Mark Antonation.In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard - south to north - within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the national...
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Federal may be busy, but brunch is never hurried at Newbarry's
February 06, 2013 in Cafe Society
All photos by Mark Antonation.In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard -- south to north -- within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the national...
Is Denver a chain-restaurant town? 104.3 FM's Joel Klatt thinks so, but we disagree
February 01, 2013 in Cafe Society
Tacos Junior deserves senior status on Federal
January 30, 2013 in Cafe Society
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Rico Pollo won't fly on Federal, but San Antonio Mexican Bakery rises above the fray
January 23, 2013 in Cafe Society
In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard - south to north - within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the national chains and per-scoop Chinese...
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Cafe Chihuahua is pregnant with possibilities
January 16, 2013 in Cafe Society
All photos by Mark Antonation.In A Federal Case, I'll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard - south to north - within Denver city limits. I'll be skipping the national...
Andy's Kitchen Asian Express is worth a risky left on Federal
January 09, 2013 in Cafe Society
