By Kiley Mitchell
Stapleton is a thriving community in
Denver, Colorado, with a wide range of entertainment, culture and outdoor recreation. When visiting the area, you'll be able to find a selection of quality restaurants. The city is also surrounded by a vast amount of outdoor recreation. Hike, bike and find more open-air activities at one of Stapleton's 24 parks.
La Sandia
Those eating at La Sandia will enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine in a traditional atmosphere with a modern feel. The menu offers traditional dishes such as chicken mole, chile relleno capeado and pork carnitas. From the grill, the menu offers fajitas, carne asada and chile crusted tuna. It also has a wide selection of tacos and enchiladas. Not far from La Sandia you'll find the outdoor excitement of Central Park. There, you'll be able to hike, bike, jog or simply enjoy a beautiful day.
La Sandia
8340 East 49th Ave.
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 373-9100
modernmexican.com/lasandia/index.htm
Bar Louie
Guests eating at Bar Louie will experience an urban atmosphere with a wide selection of food types. The menu includes specialties like oversized sandwiches and traditional dishes with a twist. The bar also serves signature cocktails and a wide variety of microbrews. As a medium-sized establishment, it has wood-paneled walls, plasma televisions and an upbeat atmosphere. Just a short drive from Bar Louie, you'll find trails and wildlife at the Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge. Hiking and sightseeing are available at the refuge. You'll be able to see fox, deer and more than 113 different bird species.
Bar Louie
8332 E 49th Ave.
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 457-5900
restaurants-america.com/barlouie/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewLocation&locID=33
Islamorada Fish Company Restaurant
The Islamorada Fish Company Restaurant offers its customers fresh seafood and an atmosphere that fits the menu. Equipped with a 13,000 gallon saltwater aquarium, the restaurant provides visitors a chance to see a variety of different fish species swimming behind the bar. The menu includes signature dishes such as tuna steak wasabi and traditional fair such as catfish, calamari and shrimp. Other items such as ribs and chicken are also on the menu. The restaurant opens at 11 a.m. on a daily basis.
Islamorada Fish Company Restaurant
7970 E 49th Ave.
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 385-3500
fishcompany.com/Page/Denver-Colorado.aspx
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About the Author:
Residing in Nashville, Tenn., Kiley Mitchell has been writing topical articles and SEO copy since 2002. He has done work for the Wyndham hotel chains and has written about topics including travel, music, online marketing, business, health and literature. Mitchell holds a Bachelor of Arts from Indiana University in Bloomington.
