restaurants in Cole neighborhood

Corner Ramen

1629 Bruce Randolph Ave, Denver, CO 80205
Hours: Open 11am-9pm Daily
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Corner Ramen & Poke is a laid-back Japanese-inspired restaurant known for its ramen bowls, poke bowls, and other Asian comfort foods along with some creative twists like a wagyu ramen burger and pork belly buns. Ambiance is considered casual and unpretentious. The interior is simple and relaxed. Corner Ramen is more focused on good food than a fancy dining experience. They offer a variety of Ramen(shoyu, tonkotsu, spicy miso, creamy spicy, and even lobster ramen), typically served with rich broth, noodles, egg, and protein such as pork belly or chicken. Overall it’s considered a solid neighborhood gem.

A weathered black sign with the words 'Corner Ramsen' in white, featuring a spider web pattern on it at Corner Ramen, Denver, CO 80205.

Empty restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, sunlight coming through blinds, and a small counter in the background at Corner Ramen, Denver, CO 80205.

Two women sitting at a small table in a brightly lit cafe, eating and talking, with large windows showing a street outside at Corner Ramen, Denver, CO 80205.

Street view of a corner building with a sign that reads "Corner Ramen," featuring a stone and stucco facade, leafless trees lining the sidewalk, and neighboring houses under a clear blue sky at Corner Ramen, Denver, CO 80205.

Restaurant menu featuring various entree options such as Sukiyaki, Yaki Soba, Yaki Udon, Fried Rice, and several poke bowls, along with Thai Iced Tea, Calpico, Ramune, Japanese Hot Tea, Sparkling Water, and soda at Corner Ramen, Denver, CO 80205.

Restaurant menu from Corner Ramen & Poke featuring appetizers, ramen, wine, sake, and beer options at Corner Ramen, Denver, CO 80205.

Lou’s Italian specialties

3357 N Downing St, Denver, CO 80205
Hours: Open 10am-8pm Daily
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Lou’s Italian Specialties is the place I always go to if I am in the mood for an Italian sub. It is an East Coast-style Italian deli and specialty shop serving up classic Italian sandwiches, deli fare, and to-go plates with rich, traditional flavors right in Denver’s Five Points/Cole neighborhood. It was opened by the team behind Rosenberg’s Bagels & Delicatessen and is inspired by the old-school delis and markets of New Jersey and New York. The shop has a casual, bustling vibe with an emphasis on quality and tradition. It’s a great spot for a quick lunch, takeaway Italian classics, or a casual meal with a friend. The generous sandwich portions and fresh, flavorful ingredients make it a fan favorite, even though it may cost more.

Interior of a grocery or convenience store with shelves of products, a refrigerated section labeled 'Frozen Goods', baskets of breadsticks, and a green juice press near the counter at Lou's Italian Specialties, Denver, CO 80205.

Inside a casual restaurant or café with customers, menu boards hanging above, and a counter with a display case of food. Poinsettia plants decorate the area at Lou's Italian Specialties, Denver, CO 80205.

Display case with assorted cheeses, dairy products, cookies, and sweets in a grocery store/bakery at Lou's Italian Specialties, Denver, CO 80205.

Loui's Italian specialties catering menu featuring starters, parmasans, classic pastas, baked pastas, Italian specialties, sandwiches, box lunches, desserts, and online order details in Denver, CO 80205.

Empty outdoor patio of a restaurant with a few tables and chairs, one man in a black jacket and white cap sitting alone, parked cars on the street, leafless trees, clear sky, and holiday decorations at Lou's Italian Specialties, Denver, CO 80205.

Nola Voodoo Tavern is a New Orleans–inspired bar and casual restaurant with a fun, laid-back vibe that evokes the spirit of the French Quarter. The décor often includes Mardi Gras accents, beads, and fleur-de-lis motifs, creating a festive, welcoming space. The menu focuses on authentic Louisiana-style Creole and Cajun dishes. Many recipes are inspired by the owner’s family cooking from New Orleans. Standout offerings include gumbo, crawfish étouffée, jambalaya, red beans and rice, po’boys, Cajun cheese fries, and fried alligator. Their menu contains classic Bayou-style comfort foods with bold flavor. It’s as much a bar as it is a restaurant. Patrons often stop by just for drinks, good company, and a friendly neighborhood feel.