![]() ![]() You’ll also love the slightly spicy jerk chicken, the fried red snapper slathered in a spicy sauce, and the flaky and meat-filled (beef or chicken) hand pies called “patties.” All of these pair nicely with a house made non-alcoholic hibiscus drink called “sorrel” or a chilled bottle of Red Stripe beer.ġ140 Lansing St., 72. Six meaty pieces bathed in a rich brown gravy are nestled in an ample portion of peas and rice. I don’t know why, but Jamaican cooks have a way with oxtails, and Sugar’s version doesn’t disappoint. After months of rave reviews, he thought he should make some money by cooking. As an adult, Sugar would “run a boat” with friends (which means having a cookout). His cooking adventures began long ago as a child when he watched his relatives cook. This weekend-only, take-out Jamaican “restaurant” is actually run out of owner Sugar’s (that’s the only name the owner goes by) converted back porch. Just follow the inviting aroma and the pulsating music to the back of the house. Yes, you’re in a residential neighborhood and there aren’t any signs indicating an eating place is nearby. The first time you pull up to this place, you’ll probably curse whichever map application you used. (Adrian Miller, Special to The Denver Post) Sugar’s Caribbean Fast FoodĪdrian Miller, Special to The Denver PostChef Sugar with a to-go lunch at Sugar’s Caribbean Fast Food. Open 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday-Tuesday, Friday-Saturday. For a change of pace, our bibimbap bowl was grilled calamari with a sauteed vegetable medley and a fried sunnyside-up egg over rice.ģ005 S. ![]() We left it up to the experts and devoured the sizzling, cast-iron plate of beef bulgogi accompanied by an array of fresh and pickled vegetable side dishes. If you order the bulgogi - marinated, slightly sweet and thinly sliced strips of meat - you’ll get the option of cooking it yourself at the table, or having the kitchen take care of it. We suggest starting off with the hubcap-sized kimchi jeon pancakes and the fried, pork-filled delights called goon mandu dumplings. The standard Korean dishes are top-notch and possibly habit-forming. Silla proudly claims to be the “oldest Korean restaurant in Colorado,” and its owners should be proud. Īdrian Miller, Special to The Denver PostBeef bulgogi with various fresh and pickled vegetable side dishes and dipping sauces at Silla. For dessert, you’ll love the halwa made with finely grated carrots, condensed milk and clarified butter.ĥ422 S. We recommend zooming in on the section of the menu dedicated to “South Special Curries.” The lightly sauced and well-seasoned okra fry is earthy and soul-satisfying. The plantain version is the most traditional and reminds one of an orangish fritter. Start your meal with bajji, a popular, deep-fried street snack with a chutney dipping sauce. Madras Café delightfully shines a spotlight on the vegetarian dishes made in southern India. In the metro Denver area, Indian restaurants usually feature the country’s northern cuisines. (Adrian Miller, Special to The Denver Post) The Madras Café Īdrian Miller, Special to The Denver Post(Clockwise) Rice, green chutney dipping sauce, plantain bajji, okra fry, mango lassi, and carrot halwa from the Madras Cafe. A word to the wise: If you want any chance of getting the Saturday oxtails special, you need to show up before noon.ġ5028 E. Whatever you choose for your entrée, an ideal finish is a guava-filled pastry. There’s also the traditional ropa vieja (translated as “old clothes”), which is shredded beef in a spicy tomato sauce. We love the chicharron served here as a long strip of pork skin, meat and fat fried to crispy perfection. ![]() Everything is served cafeteria-style, so diners can feast with their eyes before making a selection. Here, you’ll find a delightful blend of savory and sweet foods. People with Cuban heritage who live in the Denver area heavily endorse this place. (Adrian Miller, Special to The Denver Post) Cuba Bakery & Café Roast pork, Congri (arroz con habichuela negro), plantains at Cuba Bakery & Café in Aurora. Wednesday, October 5th 2022 Home Page Close Menuġ5395 E. ![]()
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