Colfax + Ogden - ColfaxAve.com

(720) 235-2131
www.ph7pilates.com
please call 303-830-7848. To view all that Triton Properties has
or visit our leasing office in the historic Mark Twain building at
Studio Apartment Homes
starting at $460.00
One Bedroom Apartment Homes
starting at $650.00
1409 Ogden St.
Denver, CO 80218
and one bedroom apartment homes please call 303-830-1005
PRICING INFORMATION
to offer please visit our website at www.tritonproperties.com.
1035 Sherman Street. If you are in need of office or retail space
To inquire about our conveniently located and affordable studio
retail and office space along the Upper Colfax Avenue corridor.
www.coloradocolfaxmarathon.com
several Uptown and Capitol Hill locations as well as
Triton Properties offers distinctive downtown Denver living in
1433 Ogden St.
Denver Co 80218
303.832.9413
voice | (303) 831-7113
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[email protected]
2227 E. Colfax Ave., Denver
303-394-3362
1400 Lafayette Street
Denver, CO 80218
Ramada Denver
Downtown
1150 E. Colfax Ave
Colfax Ave & Downing,
303-831-7700
There is a Unity
That Makes Us ONE!
1407 Ogden St.
Denver, CO 80218
303.831.0266
www.saloninstrukt.com
1430 Race Street, Denver
303. 370. 6911 • www.adagiobb.com
303-669-9891 | frontrangeservices.net
Snow Removal, Flowers/Planters, Lawn/Tree Care, Property Management
Commercial and Residential Grounds Maintenance Service
Colfax + Ogden
Welcome to UPPER Colfax
From the colfax b.i.d.
On Upper Colfax you will find an experience that is entirely original
and distinctly different. The area is among Denver’s most colorful
and creative neighborhoods– full of shops, restaurants, galleries
and cultural amenities.
Now, more than ever, Upper Colfax is attracting attention as a
destination for locals and visitors alike.
With more than 300 businesses, you are as likely to find an herbal
medicine shop as you are a restaurant with a beer selection from
around the world. Dine outside, browse inside but walk street side
to meet the owners that make Upper Colfax a ‘must-do’ when
visiting Denver. Just about every business owner has an idea (or
a story) for how to make your Upper Colfax experience memorable.
The neighborhood is easily accessible via car or bus, as well as
by taxi or by foot. For more information on restaurants, lodging,
stores and businesses (as well as upcoming events), please visit
www.colfaxave.com.
A Brief History of Colfax
In 1850, miners came to Colorado looking for their riches in the
Rocky Mountains–many travelled through Denver on Colfax Ave.
(previously called “Golden Road” or” Grand Ave.”).
UPPER COLFAX MAP
Colfax Ave. is often recognized as the longest continuous
commercial street in the Unites States and, in the early years, was
said to be the “Gateway to the Rockies” as it takes travelers from
the plains to the mountains. In the early years, Colfax was lined
with large homes, attracting wealthy residents to the area. As the
demand for large houses subsided after the 1893 Silver Panic, the
homes along Colfax were transformed into the first apartments
while others were converted to commercial uses. In fact, today,
many of those early roof lines can be detected behind storefronts.
Colfax emerged as a center of commerce in the Denver area in
the early 1900’s. Churches were built near the Colfax area and
communities developed in proximity to the local businesses.
Eventually some people moved past Denver boundaries (into
what are now the suburbs) while others embraced the new culture
along Colfax and established more businesses to meet the need
of urban residents. From small grocery stores to restaurants to
live music hot spots, the area developed as a community anchored
by cultural amenities.
Colfax became increasingly vibrant with the addition of a trolley
route down the middle of the street and, with the invention of
the car, Colfax was a place for a drive down main street to visit
with friends, dine and shop. The area became a tourist destination
and saw the addition of motels, inns and bed & breakfasts. Once
Interstate 70 opened, Colfax was no longer accessed as the main
thoroughfare for travelers.
Source: Colorado Historical Society
To assist in spreading the word about the growth of this lively
destination consisting of entrepreneurial businesses, the Colfax
Business Improvement District (CBID) Board of Directors
commissioned the development of this directory/map sharing
the breadth of Upper Colfax shopping, dining and exploration.
The Colfax BID board of directors is comprised of area business
and property owners. In creating this map, the board intended to
highlight neighborhood businesses and bring awareness to this
growing community of entrepreneurs.
In addition to supporting the businesses on Upper Colfax through
awareness and business support, CBID is responsible for creating
a clean and safe environment for guests and business owners. A
strong partnership with District 6 Police has allowed the CBID to
initiate and maintain a preventive program in order to maintain an
enjoyable experience along Upper Colfax.
If you do not see your business listed in this directory (and you are
a business located within the CBID boundaries) please call us at
303-832-2086.
Capitol Cigars
919 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-2440
Colfax Business Improvement District
2010 Board of Directors
Leonard E. Austin, Front Range Services, Board President
April Sedillos, Triton Properties, Inc, Board Vice-President
Jimmy Balafas, Kentro Group, Board Secretary
Randle C.W. Swan, The CYGNET Group, Inc, Board Treasurer
Tina Pachorek, Cheeky Monk Belgian Beer Cafe
1245 East Colfax Avenue
303. 830.7827
www.fatjackssubs.com
Matt Holberton, Allied Realty Partners
Cleve Wortham, First Bank of Denver
Note: The CBID board members are appointed by the Mayor of Denver and approved by
Denver City Council
Satire Lounge
1920 E. Colfax Avenue, Denver
303.322.2227
www.petesrestaurants.com
UPPER COLFAX
TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS
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Bus Routes: 15 and 15L
On Street Parking Meters: 25 cents per 15 min.
CITY PARK
Off Street Parking Lots
Landmarks
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House Museum
200
Art
Banking/FinancE
BOOKS
Abend Gallery
Fine Arts PP
2260 E. Colfax Ave.
303-355-0950
America’s Cash
Express H
2101 E. Colfax Ave.
303-377-4075
Capitol Hill Books W
300 E. Colfax Ave.
303-837-0700
AUM Gallery E
2227 E. Colfax Ave.
303-394-3362
Eagle Legacy Credit
Union K
1245 E. Colfax Ave., #100
303-832-8864
Cultural
AttractionS
Hollywood Posters W
326 E. Colfax Ave.
303-839-1984
First Bank N
1617 E. Colfax Ave.
303-640-7695
Automotive
Advanced Auto Parts
2121 E. Colfax Ave.
303-320-0844
R
Conoco (Capitol Hill) KK
1770 E. Colfax Ave.
303-321-1770
Fire House Car Wash P
1801 E. Colfax Ave.
303-744-6002
Grease Monkey DD
1010 E. Colfax Ave.
303-860-7000
Hub Cap Annie DD
410 E. Colfax Ave.
303-399-2277‎
Maaco Collision Repair &
Auto Painting RR
2424 E. Colfax Ave.
303-377-8817
New Money Express H
901 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-2274
Denver Museum of
Nature & Science
2001 Colorado Blvd.
303-322-7009
UMB Bank N
1635 E. Colfax Ave.
720-941-2363
Denver Zoo
2300 Steele St
303-376-4800
BARS/CLUBS/PUBS
Government
Charlie’s CC
900 E. Colfax Ave.
303-839-8890
Denver City Council
Dist. 8
Carla Madison
2713 Welton
303-298-7641
HER Bar E
629 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-2687
Nob Hill Inn T
420 E. Colfax. Ave.
303-860-7557
Roslyn Grill Y
504 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-4840
Midtown Auto Repair LL
1590 Williams St.
303-333-6600
Sancho’s Broken
Arrow F
741 E. Colfax Ave.
303-863-7023
Sinclair Gas Station P
1895 E. Colfax Ave.
303-320-0462
Satire Lounge MM
1920 E. Colfax Ave.,
303-322-2227
Sun Mart U
2405 E. Colfax Ave.
303-331-9116
Streets of London Pub M
1501 E. Colfax Ave.
303-861-9103
Bakery
tHERe Bar II
1526 E. Colfax Ave.
303-830-8437
La Abeja Y
508 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-1911
Mulberries R
2027 E. Colfax Ave.
303-282-1044
Denver Botanic Gardens
1007 York St.
720-865-3585
Tooey’s M
1509 Marion St.
303-586-5057
Denver City Council
Dist. 10 FF
Jeanne Robb
1232 E. Colfax Ave.
303-377-1807
District 6 Police F
1566 Washington St.
720-913-2677
Emergency: 911
United States Post
Office J
1541 Marion St.
303-837-0446
United States Post OfficeCarrier Annex I
1551 Downing St.
GrocerY/
Convenience
7-11 DD
1000 E. Colfax Ave.
303-831-0270
Argonaut Groceries A
233 E. Colfax Ave.
303-861-3799
500
Family Cigarette and
Grocery N
1608 E. Colfax Ave.
303-355-7300
Jack Market Y
518 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-2034
Logar Grocery K
1201 E. Colfax Ave.
303-830-0248
Louis Market MM
1906 E. Colfax Ave.
303-333-7114
Zak Market X
436 E. Colfax Ave.
303-863-7023
Health, Medical
& Dental
Acupuncture &
Traditional Medicine U
1529 York St.
303-333-9977
Awaken: Energy Therapy
& Bodyworks U
1574 York St., #203
303-547-2527
Capitol Hill Internal
Medicine N
1575 Gilpin St.
303-393-0300
Certified Structural
Integration Practitioner P
1556 Williams St.
719-522-3680
Colorado Pharmacy K
1245 E. Colfax Ave.
303-863-7644
Colorado School of
Traditional Chinese
Medicine PP
1441 York St., Suite D
Office: 720-289-9946
Clinic: 303-329-6355
Colorado Sports
Acupuncture U
1574 York St., #204
720-933-6899
Denver Skin Aesthetics M
1578 Humboldt St.
303-830-7200
1100
Drug Testing Services U
1570 Humboldt St.
303-830-8092
Argonaut Liquors AA
760 E. Colfax Ave.
303-831-7788
Howard Dental Center DD
1420 Ogden St.
303-863-0772
Denver Drug and Liquor X
400 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-6636
Hypnosis U
1529 Josephine St.
303-777-4009
John’s Liquors LL
1816 E. Colfax Ave.
303-321-4378
Kaiser Permanente W
1410 Grant St., #D315
303-990-0463
Scooter Liquors M
1515 E. Colfax Ave.
303-830-1406
Martens-Tomas M
1578 Humboldt St.
303-377-0377
Lodging
Melissa Kurrle – Massage
Therapist P
1556 Williams St.
720-323-9248
Nutrition Therapy
Institute U
1574 York St.
303-377-3974
PH7 Pilates CC
1409 Ogden St.
720-235-2121
Rocky Mountain Survivors
Center S
1547 Gaylord St.
303-321-3221
The Rolfing Works/
Therapeutic Massage U
1574 York St., #203
303-870-1400
Ronald Edelman, DPM,
PC N
1563 Gilpin St.
303-388-0976
Denver Urban
Ministries O
1717 E. Colfax Ave.
303-355-4896
Independent Records H
937 E. Colfax Ave.
303-863-8668
Dress for Success Q
1510 High St.
303-832-1889
Jerry’s Record
Exchange W
312 E. Colfax Ave.
303-830-2336
El Porvenir DD
1420 Ogden St.
303-861-1499
Ogden Theatre,
AEG Live H
935 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-1874
Non-Profit/
COMMUNITY
Castle Marne Bed and
Breakfast R
1572 Race St.
800-92-MARNE
Assistance League of
Denver Thrift Shop RR
1331 E. Colfax Ave.
303-861-2122
Econolodge CC
930 E. Colfax Ave.
303-813-8000
Capitol Hill Senior
Resources DD
1420 Ogden St.
303-831-0267
Hotel Newhouse W
1470 Grant St.
303-861-2415
Ramada Downtown
Denver EE
1100 E. Colfax Ave.
303-831-7700
MUSIC/THEATER
Sensual Wisdom Intimacy
Consultant CC
1411 Ogden St., #411
303-786-7836
Celebration Works CC
1420 Ogden St.
303-282-5391
Thought for Food QQ
1574 York St.
303-968-6924
Dulcinea’s 100th
Monkey F
717 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-3601
Liquor
Eden Theatrical
Workshop H
1570 Gilpin St.
303-321-2320
Aladdin Liquors NN
2032 E. Colfax Ave.
303-322-1855
Fillmore Auditorium
(Live Nation) G
1510 Clarkson St.
303-837-0360
Adagio Bed &
Breakfast NN
1430 Race St.
303-370-6911
Holiday Chalet Bed
and Breakfast QQ
1820 E. Colfax Ave.
800-626-4497
303-321-9975
1400
Capitol Hill United
Neighborhoods (CHUN)
1290 Williams St. #102
303-830-1651
Cathedral of
the Immaculate
Conception P
1530 Logan St.
303-831-7010
Center for Spiritual
Living Denver QQ
1420 Ogden St.
303-832-5206
Church in the City PP
1580 Gaylord St.
303-322-5733
Colfax Marathon
PO Box 48150
303-770-9600
Colorado Coalition for
the Homeless
2111 Champa St.
303-293-2217
First Unitarian Society
of Denver HH
1400 Lafayette St.
303-831-7113
Franklin Park
Residences II
1535 Franklin St.
303-832-4859
1700
1800
Professional
Services
AAMREX Inc. H
1644 Emerson St.
303-831-9080
Affordable Legal
Document Assistance CC
1459 Ogden Street
303-830-0702
Artane Real Estate K
1201 E. Colfax Ave., #100
303-459-2255
Beale Intl. Expanded
Learning Q
1571 Race St.
303-377-1003
The Gathering Place P
1535 High St.
303-321-4198
Buescher Goldhammer
Kellam & Dodge OO
1563 Gaylord St.
303-333-7751
GLBT Community Center
of Colorado L
1301 E. Colfax Ave.
303-733-7743
David Lichtenstein Law
Offices P
1556 Williams St., #100
303-831-4750
Kellogg Fellows
Leadership Alliance
(KFLA) DD
1420 Ogden St.
303-839-5352
Front Range Services LL
1457 High St.
303-669-9891
Northeast Denver Housing
Center’s Design/
Development Studio U
2416 E. Colfax Ave.
303-399-9337
Open Door Fellowship M
1530 Marion St.
303-820-2201
Personal Touch
Recovery I
1540 Downing St.
303-421-2230
Planned Parenthood CC
921 E. 14th Ave.
303-832-5069
Spring Institute H
1610 Emerson St.
303-863-0188
Unity Temple Q
1555 Race St.
303-377-4830
1900
2000
Mona S. Goodwin,
Attorney P
1546 Williams St., #102
303-320-0060
The Ninja Group
303.667.4651
theninjagroup.com
RS Wells
303-779-4525
Ready Temporary
Services Q
1915 E. Colfax Ave.
303-333-5801
Schilling & Company, Inc.
720-348-1086
Steven R. Warden, PC P
1546 Williams St., #101
303-329-3452
Tammy Booth-Myers
Insurance Agency
(State Farm) O
1533 Williams St.
303-399-2600
Thomas Clinton,
Attorney P
1546 Williams St., #201
303-355-1023
H&R Block J
1150 E. Colfax Ave.
303-864-0466
Thomasson Partner
Associates, Inc. MM
1410 High St.
303-436-1930
H&R Block MM
1916 E. Colfax Ave.
303-333-1509
Triton Properties HH
1490 Lafayette St.
303-830-7848
Jehn Water Consultants N
1565 Gilpin St.
303-321-8335
The Zakis Law Firm, PC U
1525 Josephine St.
303-388-7182
Jirsa Hedrick &
Associates K
1245 E. Colfax Ave.
303-839-1963
Restaurants/
Coffee Shops
Kentro Group OO
2239 E. Colfax Ave.
720-320-5585
Life on Capitol Hill
P.O. Box 18344
303-831-8634
Michael Merrion, PC U
1525 Josephine St.
303-322-6288
3 Guys Pies M
1501 E. Colfax Ave.
303-623-4897
The Bank Bar & Grill S
2239 E. Colfax Ave.
303-320-9494
Bourbon Grill JJ
1618 E. Colfax Ave.
720-404-0587
Burger King JJ
1680 E. Colfax Ave.
303-322-1773
2400
Caffe Sanora K
1245 E. Colfax Ave.
303-860-7511
McDonalds D
505 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-4259
Cheeky Monk Y
534 E. Colfax Ave.
303-860-7600
Papa John’s J
1111 E. Colfax Ave.
303-860-7272
China Kitchen X
406 E. Colfax Ave.
303-860-7600
Pete’s Café Y
514 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-7854
City Grille B
321 E. Colfax Ave.
303-861-0726
Pete’s Kitchen MM
1962 E. Colfax Ave.
303-321-3139
Earl’s Sandwich
Parlor CC
1431 Ogden St.
303-832-7411
Pineapple Grill LL
1818 E. Colfax Ave.
303-377-3223
Emilio’s Mexican
Restaurant W
338 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-2388
Famous Pizza II
1528 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-1200
Fat Jacks K
1245 E. Colfax Ave.
303-830-7827
Good Times BB
808 E. Colfax Ave.
303-830-8060
Grand China
Restaurant OO
2200 E. Colfax Ave.
303-355-5575
Great Wall Chinese
Restaurant X
440 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-6611
Harry’s American Bar &
Grill E
629 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-2353
Irish Snug K
1201 E. Colfax. Ave.
303-839-1397
Joey’s New York Pizza B
329 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-3007
Assistance League Thrift
Shop L
1331 E. Colfax Ave.
303-861-2122
Bargain House Y
520 E. Colfax Ave.
303-839-1874
Bearcom Wireless
Worldwide HH
1490 E. Colfax Ave., #107
720-904-5860
Blockbuster I
1007 E. Colfax
303-831-7777
Bound by Design HH
1332 E. Colfax Ave.
303-830-7272
Pita Grill H
911 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-1730
Pizza Hut - Wing Stop
880 E. Colfax Ave.
303-863-7591
BB
Capitol Cigars H
919 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-2440
Same Café R
2023 E. Colfax Ave.
720-530-6853
Capitol Hill Tattoo D
557 E. Colfax Ave.
303-839-5394
Shish Kabob Grill A
1503 Grant St.
303-837-8800
Dumans Custom Tailor X
438 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-1701
Spices / Toque Blanche
Catering M
1510 Humboldt St.
303-861-7333
Emporium of Design NN
2028 E. Colfax Ave.
303-333-4870
Taco Bell
1775 E. Colfax Ave.
303-333-4800
O
Taki’s Restaurant
341 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-8440
LL
Tom’s Diner E
601 E. Colfax Ave.
303-861-7493
Wendy’s G
857 E. Colfax Ave.
303-624-8140
Wolfe’s BBQ B
333 E. Colfax Ave.
303-831-1500
Kinga’s J
1509 Marion St.
303-830-6922
Retail/FASHION/
SPECIALITY
Mama’s Café R
2001 E. Colfax Ave.
303-333-2566
303 Boards L
1338 E. Colfax Ave.
303-860-1303
Global Trend
Communication H
903 E. Colfax Ave.
303-861-4888
Herbs and Arts R
2015 E. Colfax Ave.
303-388-2544
Japonica Ave R
2019 E. Colfax Ave.
720-941-4232
Jil Cappuccio –
One of a Kind CC
1433 Ogden St.
303-832-1493
Office Depot Z
600 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-2582
Purple Haze NN
2017 E. Colfax Ave.
303-329-0055
R & R Modern Leisure GG
1238 E. Colfax Ave.
303-933-6748
Rave’s H
1516 Emerson St.
303-333-5987
Rent-A-Center II
1520 E. Colfax Ave.
303-839-1101
Robert’s Complete Home
Decorating Center M
1570 E. Colfax Ave.
303-831-7080
Get Connected Barber &
Beauty JJ
1612 E. Colfax Ave.
720-298-7508
Hair Café Zero G
907 E. Colfax Ave.
303-861-0301
Koudis Hair Braiding RR
2418 E. Colfax Ave.
303-388-2480
Martha’s Beauty Salon Y
516 E. Colfax Ave.
303-813-9481
Paris Nails H
909 E. Colfax Ave.
303-831-8775
Salon Instrukt CC
1407 Ogden St.
303-831-0266
Shangrila Tibet FF
1140 E. Colfax Ave., B
303-410-0811
Simply Skin II
1556 E. Colfax Ave.
303-960-0226
Smiley’s Laundromat DD
1080 E. Colfax Ave.
303-864-9466
Super Hair Braiding II
1525 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-1443
Tulper & Company PP
2223 E. Colfax Ave.
303-399-9291
Urban Renewal Salon K
1201 E. Colfax Ave.
303-861-9697
Unique Boutique R
2021 E. Colfax Ave.
303-320-0797
Special Interest/
Adult
Video One K
1245 E. Colfax Ave., #104
303-832-4646
Wireless 101 DD
1516 Ogden St.
303-831-6223
Kitty’s F
735 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-5140
Romantix F
633 E. Colfax Ave.
303-831-8319
SALONS/BEAUTY
Angel’s Barbershop EE
1130 E. Colfax Ave.
303-830-1900
Lifetime of Sol Tattoo II
1510 E. Colfax Ave.
303-839-8088
Balance U
2412 E. Colfax Ave.
303-333-1262
Liz’s Gift Shop H
905 E. Colfax Ave.
720-289-4566
Famous Nails EE
1140 E. Colfax Ave.
303-831-8591
Nielson-Wilson Design R
1575 Vine St.
303-388-9502
Floyd’s 99 Barber Shop GG
The Colfax BID is
1240 E. Colfax Ave.
a proud participant of
the Energy Star Program
303-860-0900
and one bedroom apartment homes please call 303-830-1005
Studio Apartment Homes
starting at $460.00
One Bedroom Apartment Homes
starting at $650.00
or visit our leasing office in the historic Mark Twain building at
to offer please visit our website at www.tritonproperties.com.
please call 303-830-7848. To view all that Triton Properties has
1035 Sherman Street. If you are in need of office or retail space
1407 Ogden St.
Denver, CO 80218
(720) 235-2131
www.ph7pilates.com
www.coloradocolfaxmarathon.com
1409 Ogden St.
Denver, CO 80218
1433 Ogden St.
Denver Co 80218
303.832.9413
2227 E. Colfax Ave., Denver
303-394-3362
303.831.0266
www.saloninstrukt.com
UPPER COLFAX MAP
PRICING INFORMATION
To inquire about our conveniently located and affordable studio
retail and office space along the Upper Colfax Avenue corridor.
several Uptown and Capitol Hill locations as well as
Triton Properties offers distinctive downtown Denver living in
voice | (303) 831-7113
fax | (303) 831-8458
[email protected]
1400 Lafayette Street
Denver, CO 80218
There is a Unity
That Makes Us ONE!
Ramada Denver
Downtown
1150 E. Colfax Ave
Colfax Ave & Downing,
303-831-7700
1430 Race Street, Denver
303. 370. 6911 • www.adagiobb.com
303-669-9891 | frontrangeservices.net
Snow Removal, Flowers/Planters, Lawn/Tree Care, Property Management
Commercial and Residential Grounds Maintenance Service
Colfax + Ogden
Welcome to UPPER Colfax
On Upper Colfax you will find an experience that is entirely original
and distinctly different. The area is among Denver’s most colorful
and creative neighborhoods– full of shops, restaurants, galleries
and cultural amenities.
With more than 300 businesses, you are as likely to find an herbal
medicine shop as you are a restaurant with a beer selection from
around the world. Dine outside, browse inside but walk street side
to meet the owners that make Upper Colfax a ‘must-do’ when
visiting Denver. Just about every business owner has an idea (or
a story) for how to make your Upper Colfax experience memorable.
The neighborhood is easily accessible via car or bus, as well as
by taxi or by foot. For more information on restaurants, lodging,
stores and businesses (as well as upcoming events), please visit
www.colfaxave.com.
A Brief History of Colfax
In 1850, miners came to Colorado looking for their riches in the
Rocky Mountains–many travelled through Denver on Colfax Ave.
(previously called “Golden Road” or” Grand Ave.”).
Colfax Ave. is often recognized as the longest continuous
commercial street in the Unites States and, in the early years, was
said to be the “Gateway to the Rockies” as it takes travelers from
the plains to the mountains. In the early years, Colfax was lined
with large homes, attracting wealthy residents to the area. As the
demand for large houses subsided after the 1893 Silver Panic, the
homes along Colfax were transformed into the first apartments
while others were converted to commercial uses. In fact, today,
many of those early roof lines can be detected behind storefronts.
Colfax emerged as a center of commerce in the Denver area in
the early 1900’s. Churches were built near the Colfax area and
communities developed in proximity to the local businesses.
Eventually some people moved past Denver boundaries (into
what are now the suburbs) while others embraced the new culture
along Colfax and established more businesses to meet the need
of urban residents. From small grocery stores to restaurants to
live music hot spots, the area developed as a community anchored
by cultural amenities.
Colfax became increasingly vibrant with the addition of a trolley
route down the middle of the street and, with the invention of
the car, Colfax was a place for a drive down main street to visit
with friends, dine and shop. The area became a tourist destination
and saw the addition of motels, inns and bed & breakfasts. Once
Interstate 70 opened, Colfax was no longer accessed as the main
thoroughfare for travelers.
From the colfax b.i.d.
Now, more than ever, Upper Colfax is attracting attention as a
destination for locals and visitors alike.
To assist in spreading the word about the growth of this lively
destination consisting of entrepreneurial businesses, the Colfax
Business Improvement District (CBID) Board of Directors
commissioned the development of this directory/map sharing
the breadth of Upper Colfax shopping, dining and exploration.
The Colfax BID board of directors is comprised of area business
and property owners. In creating this map, the board intended to
highlight neighborhood businesses and bring awareness to this
growing community of entrepreneurs.
In addition to supporting the businesses on Upper Colfax through
awareness and business support, CBID is responsible for creating
a clean and safe environment for guests and business owners. A
strong partnership with District 6 Police has allowed the CBID to
initiate and maintain a preventive program in order to maintain an
enjoyable experience along Upper Colfax.
If you do not see your business listed in this directory (and you are
a business located within the CBID boundaries) please call us at
303-832-2086.
Capitol Cigars
919 E. Colfax Ave.
303-832-2440
Colfax Business Improvement District
2010 Board of Directors
Leonard E. Austin, Front Range Services, Board President
April Sedillos, Triton Properties, Inc, Board Vice-President
Jimmy Balafas, Kentro Group, Board Secretary
Randle C.W. Swan, The CYGNET Group, Inc, Board Treasurer
Tina Pachorek, Cheeky Monk Belgian Beer Cafe
1245 East Colfax Avenue
303. 830.7827
www.fatjackssubs.com
Matt Holberton, Allied Realty Partners
Cleve Wortham, First Bank of Denver
Note: The CBID board members are appointed by the Mayor of Denver and approved by
Denver City Council
Satire Lounge
1920 E. Colfax Avenue, Denver
303.322.2227
www.petesrestaurants.com
Source: Colorado Historical Society