“Very good meat…. I bought very delicious barbecue, the butchers are very friendly, there you will find everything you need, this butcher shop has a little bit of everything, go visit it. .. the fresh bread thank you gave them 5 stars ?”
“This elegant European market is tucked into an unobtrusive, L-shaped space sandwiched between Restaurant Olivia and a Starbucks at the very busy intersection of Downing Street and Alameda Avenue. You must be driving west on Alameda to access the parking lot. There is a large sign there.
You can enter the market from the main entrance facing Alameda or from the back entrance off the parking lot. The front of the store has a long wall of imported groceries and a bakery counter offering breads, pastries, quiches, fresh sandwiches (on baguette, croissant, or pretzel bun), soups, salads, and a wide variety of imported chips and drinks.
There's a huge cheese cooler and lots of chilled, grab-and-go items. A table offers some kitchenware and gifts. A seating area is provided by the parking lot entrance.
I'm on the mailing list which has offered a series of food specials and pop-up events. I was enticed in last weekend by a pop-up cassoulet special. I arrived to find a tent at the edge of the parking lot, sheltering a huge propane wok. The white beans, sausage, and pork belly were gently simmering with a wonderful aroma. What a treat!”
“The butcher is amazing!!! She’s really come through for us on special occasions and holidays—seriously helped us cook some absolute show stoppers. We also love going to the butcher for everyday needs. The quality is great and the butcher is so knowledgeable and helpful. Every time we walk in we tell ourselves we need to go more often. It’s really great to have a butcher we trust and enjoy going to.”
“amazing people and products. I work across the street so I've been in a handful of times but today decided to snag a container of their house made gyro meat and house made tzatziki. SO GOOD ? their business adds so much value and authenticity to the neighborhood”
“I love this store! They have a huge selection of Russian and European foods and delicacies, from sausages and cheese to caviar and smoked fish. The staff is very friendly and helpful, especially the girls who work at the deli section. They make fresh salads, pastries, and other delicious dishes every day. The store is clean and well-organized, and the prices are reasonable. If you are looking for authentic and tasty food from around the world, you should definitely check out Black Sea Market”
10:30AM - 6:30PM
4991 E Dry Creek Rd, Centennial
Meat Shops
“Incredible locally owned and operated shop staffed and curated by wonderful, knowledgeable people. I am lucky enough to be able to walk here but it’s well worth the trip if you live in the south metro and appreciate a unique, thoughtful, and diverse selection, particularly when it comes to wine.”
“I was quite disappointed with market. Maybe it was great when opened but not anymore. First of all strong food cooked food. You are five minutes in there and you need to do a laundry. Maybe I expected it to be a store sourced from Eastern Europe but there are no such items at all.”
“My family has been coming here since probably the 90’s and I’ve got to say the lady who runs this business has to be one of the most admirable people I’ve met in my life. I can’t recommend this place enough and it will always hold a special place in my heart.”
“They have a great variety of prepared foods, deli, meats, and fish. Plus, there is a good variety of veggies and deserts. Unfortunately, the prices are a bit high. We'll visit again, but only for special occasions.”
“Went from a bad review to a good review. I have much much better experience calling into the company than online. The website needs a bit of work when offer are no longer available, but calling in took less time than the website and much more positive experience.”
“The staff is very knowledgeable about liquor, beer..great recommendations and information. The decor and building are clean and cool. I like the antique wine corkscrew that is attached to the table behind the cash register.”
“I've been visiting this store since March and love the selection and friendly service at checkout. It's always nice to see friendly employees, especially the woman with blonde hair in the baking department - she's always polite and friendly.
However, there is a point that I would like to note. Almost every time I approach the pie aisle, I am confronted with rudeness from a woman with dark hair. From the very beginning of communication, a phrase is heard in a rather sharp tone: “Tell me IMMEDIATELY, should you warm up or not?” As a client, sometimes I still don’t have time to make a choice, and I would like to have at least 10 extra seconds to think about it. There have been cases (and more than once) when, having ASKED to be heated IMMEDIATELY, as she ordered, I heard in response: “THEY ARE SO HOT, WHERE ELSE?” This phrase sounds like they are rushing me or wanting to get rid of it quickly.
Recently, an incident occurred that completely left an unpleasant aftertaste. When I had already picked up my purchase and returned literally a minute later to ask for napkins, I was again told in a rude manner: “WHY DIDN’T YOU IMMEDIATELY SAY THAT YOU NEEDED napkins?” This caused confusion. I, as a client, am not obligated to know in advance whether there are napkins in the package or need to ask separately, or to immediately understand whether the cakes are hot or not. Politeness and friendliness in such situations create an atmosphere to which you want to return.
I really hope that this review will be received with understanding and will help make the service even better. I'm sure such a good store could only benefit from having all the employees as nice as they were at the checkout counter and as the blonde woman in the bakery department.
I couldn't give a 1 star rating because of the other nice staff. But please take this point into account and work on the service. Thank you for your attention!”
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
2318 S Colorado Blvd, Denver
Meat Shops
“Azul! It's time for another review, and what better place than Rocky Mountain Meat Market at Colorado/Iliff? Yea, they've got your lamb shanks, your prime beef. and (of course!) your spicy Merguez sausage, but there is so much more to peep at in this cozy little nook.The owner of RMMM is in fact Amazigh from Algeria (you'll notice that the Halal sign on the wall has English, Arabic, *and* Tifinagh letters when you enter), and his intent is to bring a bounty of North African delectables to his ever-eager customer base. Are you needing some hot-as-heck Harissa sauce from Tunisia to add some chile to your cooking? You can find it here - and how! Maybe instead you're in search of a nice big bag of couscous straight from Casablanca? Again, you've come to the right place. And how about a selection of soda from the proprietor's home country? One of my favorites in this regard is Selecto. "Oh, how does that one taste?", I hear you inquire. Well, it's kind of, um, apple-y, date-y, coke-y... hmm, maybe I should stop trying to describe it - let's just say you'll love it and leave it at that. But then, there are also bottles of orange-flower water, chocolate custard mixes, cans of succulently-sauced tuna, boxes of mint tea - basically, all your Maghrebi food needs will be filled in a single visit here.As it turns out however, it's truly your lucky day, because RMMM in fact features products from all across the Near and Middle East to enthuse over. How about a jumbo-sized can of ghee from Jordan (adorned with a very aerodynamic gazelle)? Or some fava beans with a plethora of seasoning choices, whether your tastes lean more towards Lebanon, Egypt, or al-Khalij (the Gulf region)? Ooh, those chocolate/hazelnut cookies from Turkey look good don't they? And I can attest that they're even more flavorful than you can imagine. And naturally, the shelves are filled with jars upon jars of pickled and preserved vegetables of all kinds too - from cucumbers, to olives, to grape leaves, to.... Oops! I really should watch where I'm going a bit more, shouldn't I? I very nearly backed into this substantial selection of enormous bags of rice from India and Pakistan. But my favorite part of the shop is probably the cooler, where I can buy Kalb el Louz (Algerian semolina/almond cake) or Mille-Feuille (layered cream pastry).”
“By far the best carniceria I've been to in Denver. When you drive up, there is loud music blaring, there is everything you need to whip up an amazing and authentic Mexican dish and they have fresh tortillas for sale. There is also a restaurant in the back that had a line incredibly long so we weren't able to try it, but will definitely be back soon to do so!”
“Place has some amazing corn tortillas, but you have to get their early in order to get them because they always sell out. They have a good selection of quality meats and produce. Best to make sure that you stop by the place early when they are freshly stocked. If you show up on a Sunday afternoon... you might not find everything you are looking for. Staff is friendly and a local favorite of mine.”
“I visited the Mile High Market twice and each time the owners/employees made me feel that they were happy for my visit. That’s my kind of store! The market sells halal meats and international products, like soaps, and sesame crackers, and henna. They also have large bags of the popular Basmati rice. It’s definitely another great stop to buy and restock your kitchen with appealing halal goodies!”
“This is by far my favorite Jerky! A ton of different flavors. It is great for backpacking and camping! My 3 year old even likes it and she basically only likes Lucky Charms and pickles... so weird. It is super tender, juicy and clean.The story behind the Founder Brian Levin is pretty amazing too. They are doing good things for the world and humanity.Pro Tip: If you are in a pinch, make some Ramon Noodles and put some torn up pieces in for a little more substance. Good luck!!”
“This king soopers is awesome! Great staff and always stocked (at least the best they can be). This is my regular store and the staff actually say hi to you if they recognize you. It's one of the better stores I've been to. Also, it says a lot that the carts are always available and there's people in each department. Great job guys!”
9AM - 1PM 1:30 - 8PM
5050 S Federal Blvd, Englewood
Meat Shops
“I desperately needed medication during time i was having silent heart attack. Delivery people couldn't find my condo a mile from the store so Daniel, the manager, delivered the meds himself when his shift ended and lugged groceries from outside the door to inside for me. A huge help and so grateful to him.”
“Decided to try this out for the $.79 taco Tuesday/Friday and let me tell you that's one of the best bargains I've found in Denver. All the tacos were great for the price tag but the carnitas in particular were really exceptional. All the staff handled the lunch rush with ease. Looking forward to coming back and trying out the Menudo Rojo.”
“Today I had really amazing help both Kim and Kristen ( I hope that's her name but she had a kingdom hearts shirt on). I struggle with horrible social anxiety, but both the two of them never made me feel bad for asking for help, and was able to get my groceries quickly and efficiently with their help. I hope when i come back I can see them again.”
“Great service. The owner was there when we dropped in on Sunday and he was very kind. Shook both my husband and I's hands and introduced himself. Now that goes a long way. We got two packs of their ground beef and made burgers with it. So tasty. I'mExcited to head back and try new meats!”