The dispute between a large Denver coffee chain and a former franchise owner is again heating up in court after the franchisee suddenly rebranded two shops.
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Starbucks moves to uncork beer and wine menu
With liquor license applications in for two of its Denver locations, the coffee giant is hoping to turn its baristas into bartenders.
Restauranteur has Sunnyside project in his crosshairs
After a long hunt for the right space, a first-time restaurant owner has pinned down a Sunnyside space for his tavern concept.
Restaurant group grabs Cherry Creek spot
Adding more real estate and a new concept to its portfolio, a large restaurant group bought a Cherry Creek sports grill for $4 million. And the company has expansive upgrades in the works.
Littleton ice cream shop doubles up downtown
An ice cream shop that opened about two years ago in downtown Littleton is expanding onto the quickly changing Platte Street.
Barbecue joint signs deal with King Soopers
After meeting with King Soopers reps over a rack of ribs, a 17-year-old Denver barbecue chain is stocking the shelves of 150 grocery stores with its sauce.
Boozy ice cream shop putting a twist on dessert
A Denver startup is making drinks and dessert a one-scoop stop. The alcoholic ice cream concept opens its first storefront on Colorado Boulevard this weekend.
Food delivery site picks up new name
An online food ordering website is adopting a national brand and aiming at bringing local restaurants’ chow to customers on the outskirts of the city.
Coffee on tap for Paris on the Platte successor
After 30 years of helping restaurants develop their concepts, Lisa Ruskaup is finally opening an eatery of her own in the shuttered Paris on the Platte coffee shop.
New Belgium rebuffed in brew-haha
A naming dispute between New Belgium Brewing and an upstart Texas brewery has been tossed out of court.