“I always tell people that small businesses are the frontlines of any frustration or anger pent up from the pandemic,” one cofounder said. “We just deal with how people process it and, unfortunately, it’s more on the negative side.”
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The Future of Staffing: Rosenberg’s Bagels’ Joshua Pollack and Just BE Kitchen’s Jennifer Peters
Pollack nixed plans for a Rosenberg’s location in Golden this year because he wasn’t confident he’d be able to find staff.
Vegan chain Native Foods opening restaurant in Lone Tree
The eatery with a plant-based menu is growing again locally with its first new location since 2014.
Former Topgolf CEO lines up high-tech mini golf in RiNo retail complex
Puttshack at Lot Twenty Eight will join a crowded field of no-grass-required golf establishments, which are booming in Denver.
Hot chicken chain leases former Pete’s Greek Town Cafe on Colfax
“It’s an extremely busy street, and I think the overall vibe really fits with our brand,” said Jason Beld, the Dave’s Hot Chicken franchisee.
Juan Padro has new locations for 3 restaurants landing at the airport
The Culinary Creative owner signed a licensing deal to bring his Mister Oso, Bar Dough and Aviano Coffee brands to DIA by the end of 2022.
Seattle Fish Co. sells to unit of Nevada food distributor
A Nevada-based food and beverage company bought the 103-year-old provider of fresh fish from the Iacino family, which has owned it since its founding.
Punk rock bar with late night vegan food on tap in City Park West
“We’re just bar people that wanted to open a bar,” said one of the co-owners of Crypt at 1612-1618 E. 17th Ave.
Monfort convinces restaurateur to open new concept in McGregor Square
“It’s going to be unparalleled,” said William Brinkerhoff, owner of La Loma and Sierra Restaurant, of Caldéro. The Rockies co-owner is an investor.
Sassafras American Eatery buys its West Highland real estate
The Cajun-style brunch spot paid $2.2 million for its restaurant property at 3927 W. 32nd Ave. The seller bought it in 2013 for $667,000.