Regular Joe's Guide

Latest visit: Dec 2025 (Cherry Creek) First visit: Jun 2000 (Cherry Creek) Other locations: Downtown; Littleton; Broomfield This is only my third time to Cherry Cricket, all at the original location. It was Rude Dante who introduced me to this fine establishment 25 years ago, and appropriately enough, we met again here just prior to Christmas. It's been many years since Rude and I dined together, something we both said we should rectify for 2026. Cherry Cricket is an old tavern like setup deep within the most posh and wealthy area of Denver. I wouldn't be surprised if there were efforts in the past to have it bulldozed. Though today it stands as a beacon of nostalgia in an otherwise sleek and steel environment. It's as comfy as an old pair of shoes. We both ordered their signature Pale Ale (made by 4 Noses) and went about scouring the menu. I settled on a Cherry Cricket cheeseburger with smoked cheddar, and it comes with pickles, tomatoes, and lettuce on the side. I had to ...

Latest visit: Dec 2025 First visit: Jul 2009 Papa Jose's Union Cafe is another restaurant in Pueblo, like Rita's, that I've infrequently been to. This is only my third visit in 16 years, the other two Mrs. RJG was with me. We really enjoyed our first two trips here, so it's curious that it's taken me so long to get back. However, as stated before, Pueblo is loaded with good restaurants, and I'm not here all that much. I'm still trying for once a month now that I'm retired, but that doesn't always happen regardless. The restaurant is in downtown, near B Street Cafe, another RJG favorite that I don't get to as much as I would prefer. I used the same public parking lot. That's another aspect of Pueblo I love - free downtown parking. In the past, Papa Jose's was counter service, but today they seat you and full service commences. And good service at that. Though they serve beer, I was here for an early lunch (they open at 11, and that's w...