To The Wind Bistro
3333 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, 80206
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Address :
3333 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO, 80206 - Phone (303) 316-3333
- Website https://tothewindbistro.com
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Opening Hours
- Tue
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Accepts Bitcoin : No
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Intimate
Noise Level : Average
Good For Dancing : No
Happy Hour : No
Best Nights : Wed, Thu, Sat
Coat Check : No
Smoking : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Dogs Allowed : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Amy O.
It is no surprise that To The Wind has 5 stars. I cannot say a bad word about them. Sadly, we did not get any beverages. But the food.. the FOOD.. THE FOOD! Oh man, the lamb empanadas were amazing. As were all four of our entrees. Literally not a morsel left on any of our plates. I'll definitely be back! In the mean time, go here ASAP!!!
(5)Janet H.
THE BEST food in Denver. These are some of the best meals I've ever had (and I am no stranger to seeking out great food). So far, I've tried the Buttermilk Chicken, Lamb Osso Bucco & Bistro Steak entrees. All three were equally thoughtful, complex and perfectly delicious. Each plate carefully combines flavors you don't come by very often or at all. Every bite is a euphoric adventure. The atmosphere and service are well above average. Friendliest and most helpful staff in any CO restaurant. They had useful tips about how to enjoy the food, recommendations, etc. that were actually very informative and helpful. They clearly thought out every aspect of this food and have very purposefully curated this experience. It's a very small restaurant, so expect a wait (no reservations, only call aheads) -- but, you won't regret it. It's on a trendier block of Colfax, so there are plenty of decent places to grab a drink while you wait. Even as they explained the wait to me, she was just so friendly and personable that I was really happy about the whole experience. Before discovering this gem, Black Cat in Boulder had my favorite food. To the Wind's food is slightly more thoughtful and pleasing while costing less. It's also a much less stuffy environment -- much more inviting and enjoyable. The drink list is very thoughtful as well. I discovered a couple new local beers that have also become my new favorites. Out of the other dishes I tried (Duck Empanadas, Spanish Octopus & La Tur Cheese for appetizers; Bread Pudding, Creme Brulee & Choc Cake for desserts), the Spanish Octopus & Choc Cake were equally as surprisingly delicious as the entrees. The chocolate cake with a taste of the tap local oatmeal stout was an enlightening experience! This place will ruin you for all other restaurants, but it's well worth it!
(5)Kim H.
Was given this amazing gift by a friend that is a regular. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE To The Wind. The food is spectacular - menus change with the seasons and with available ingredients. The Bistro Steak and Porcini Carbonara are to die for, as are the chocolate cake and creme brule. The place is small, so call ahead seating is a must. Also fun to sit at the small bar and watch the food preparations.
(5)Jenny F.
Well, parking sucks and the service is worse. Sat for 10 minutes without anyone paying attention to us. And they bring out boiled peanuts...if anyone in your party has a peanut allergy I'd stay far away. You aren't missing much.
(1)Ben W.
Great little spot on Colfax. Small space, great chef and preparations.
(4)Christof B.
Outstanding, Top Notch, Excellent! The sturgeon and sweetbreads are fantastic, you'll want to lick the plate. Very small casual bistro with open kitchen and friendly staff. Chef Royce is super talented, humble, and unpretentious for this caliber of fine cuisine.
(5)Carter M.
My first trip to this restaurant was a success, their bone marrow was amazing, I also highly recommend their lamb. Also, their pricing is very fair considering the quality of food and spectacular service.
(5)Michael S.
I have been to the wind bistro 3 times since its opened. The lastest time was definitely the best but all were worthy of 5 stars. My father was in town, and he leaves in a food desert so he likes to come visit and eat his way through denver. We hit 3 marquee restaurants around town, you know the hot spots, and to the wind along with a few brunch spots. All of the diners agreed that To the Wind was the best meal we had! I had the buttermilk chicken, and i normally don't like chicken at restaurants but it was recommended, and it was great. The wife had the Gnochi and it was great! My father had the duck. All of the entrees were excellent. My step mother had a salad, which she liked. We also had a waffle, goat cheese and the sweetbreads. Again, all were solid but I didn't like the sweatbreads a ton. But my father loved them. They have a great whiskey selection, and beer selection. Not a ton of diversity but what they had was well rounded. Solid wine selection. Only downside is you have to call ahead to get seating. Its too small to walk in, and they don't take reservations.
(5)Carrie R.
Had a great experience here and can't wait to go back. Teensy-tiny, intimate space with an attentive, caring staff. Liked the beer list; anyone who has Sonoma Cider is okay in my book. Started with Escargot Empanadas and Lamb Sweetbreads; both were outstanding. For our entrees, my husband had the Rainbow Trout and I had a mushroom gnocchi--both very good and well-prepared. Definitely coming back. Great addition to the neighborhood.
(4)Patsy G.
Took my daughter for her 30th Bday last week. The staff was amazing and the chef is doing a fabulous job. We tried several appetizers, including the marrow, the quiche and the waffle with pork!! Everything was wonderful. Followed with selections to include the chicken, steak and fish. Again we were highly impressed and very happy. The desserts that were served were equally as wonderful with a selection of chocolate cake! yum, pineapple upside down. We enjoyed a great Pinot Noir and enjoyed both bottles! The details of food and drink were carefully thought out by the owners. We are already looking forward to our next visit. The only downside was the parking. We took Lift and skipped the parking issue. I love that the space is small and intimate and that the menu will change with the season. Thank you for a great new place in my neighborhood. Congratulations.
(5)Judy P.
Once you find a place to park (try the north side of Colfax 1-2 blocks east of the restaurant), don't walk too fast or you'll breeze right by this understated gem. If you reach The Bluebird, you've gone too far. The waitresses are wonderful, and the owner/chef waves to you as you leave like you're an old friend, which you will be soon because you'll be back again and again. The pumpkin gnocchi was spectacular, the squash soufflé divine, and, lucky me, two visits/two entrees, both with a heavenly side of brussel sprouts and pecans swimming in butter. The sort of place where you get to be best foodie buddies with the next table over (close enough to chat but far enough for privacy) as you share your happy eating experience.
(5)Caspian B.
The food is very unique. Not alot of options, but still very delicious. I had the trout when I was there, best trout I've ever had! I'd also recommend the rabbit empanadas and the cornmeal waffles with pork shoulder.
(5)Kate U.
I wish I could keep this amazing new restaurant to myself, there's nothing else like it in the neighborhood. we had the mussels, absolutely delicious with the 5:00 ale sauce, I wanted to tip up the bowl and finish it but opted to save room for the stout waffle with duck confit. I love duck, and stout, and was not let down with this dish. Only wish I could have had the whole thing to myself! Next time. Dessert, baba is a must order, I am a chocoholic and it was one of the most delicate and scrumptious, perfectly balanced desserts. Chocolate stout cake was good, I have a bias against citrus and chocolate but if that's your thing I think you will enjoy it just fine. Can't wait to make this a regular spot for dinner!
(5)Tony S.
Awesome addition to Colfax cuisine! All the food was tremendous, service was excellent, Chef was friendly and fun to chat with! Especially loved the authentic boiled peanuts appetizer... And I'm from the South!
(5)Ryan M.
This little gem is tucked away amongst the bright lights of the Bluebird and the constant Colfax traffic, but I caught a glimpse of their menu as I passed by one day. My girlfriend and I decided to stop in and check it out. Their seating is very limited, so we had to wait a bit, but it was definitely worth it. The employees were very friendly and the food was delicious. I had the bistro steak while my girlfriend enjoyed the lamb. Both were outstanding and portioned just right. I'll certainly be back for more since the menu has so many other things to try.
(5)Marie R.
Come to this great little place with sophisticated tastes and friendly owners and great service. We were greeted with a big smile and two spots at the chef table. We had rabbit empanadas, octopus with chorizo and jalapeño, braised endive and just one amazing dish after another. We chatted with the sous chef and the owner/chef about the food and restaurant. They are already outgrowing this location because they've been discovered and have a winning formula. Come casual and hungry. You'll be glad you did.
(5)Chuck G.
Food is awesome. The place is tiny so it fills up fast, but worth going to. The food is made in this open kitchen and the cooks sit and talk to you while they prepare your meal if you sit up at the "bar".
(5)Jamie A.
This place is delightful, charming, beautiful, and full of surprises. We ate there last night and had the best meal. Ever. Such sweet people, excellent service. Truly a diamond in the rough. I cannot say enough good things about this place. All must go here!!
(5)Justine L.
I cannot begin to explain how amazing this restaurant is. The food... our English language does not have enough words to describe how amazing the food is. The staff are attentive and intelligent, the owners are a husband and wife team and we had the opportunity to be able to speak to Leann, the wife. All in all one of the best dining experiences in Denver.
(5)Will F.
"To the Wind Bistro" is one of those places that just gets things right. The space itself is on the only decent stretch of Colfax in the city, giving it a nice, urban feel without the grimy-ness the rest of Colfax can give off. While small, the interior space is nicely set up and allows plenty of room between you and the people next to you. At no point did I feel like I could hear their entire conversation or vice-versa. The seating is comfy and they have local artist's work displayed on the walls. The kitchen is open but also somehow not very loud or fragrant (just enough to make you want whatever is currently being cooked). The food was wonderful!! Every-single item on the plate was flavorful and well-cooked, feeling like each element is the main dish. We had that days chicken dish and fish dish, and both were outstanding. The chicken was stuffed with some kind of house-made sausage giving just enough salt and adding a ton of flavor. The fish was haddock that evening and was my favorite dish of the night. Shout out to the boiled peanuts too! One of my favorite food items and they are incredibly hard to find anywhere, so that was a great surprise. The service was right on par with the food. Accessible, friendly, and knowledgable, our server made the experience that much better. Oh and the dessert menu is one of the best I have seen from a restaurant this size in awhile. I almost never order dessert anywhere, but am so, so happy that we did here. All in all "To the Wind" gets it right, from simple food with complex flavors to servers that for once seem to actually enjoy what they do. I cannot wait to go back!
(5)Jeffrey K.
What a cute little place! Split a bottle of wine, sweet breads, octopus, delicious. Best sweet breads I've had in a very, very long time... If you're looking for a fun date night, off the usual beat this is the place for you.
(5)Josh H.
Can't say enough good things about this little gem. I had the trout and it was delicious. This restaurant is friendly and knows how to treat their customers.
(5)Thad P.
Wow, From the great beer to the from-scratch hand crafted food! We were lucky to sit at the bar and watch all of our food prepared in front of our eyes. Did I mention the owners were working and were very personable and friendly and just frankly treated us like family! Just amazing, we will be back! Food you dream about!
(5)Chris S.
We had a phenomenal experience at this perfect neighborhood type spot. Very creative dishes and ingredients like the Escargot Emapandas and a creative take on a carbonara utilizing chanterelles in place of the Pancetta. Every bite Of every dish was excellent. And I loved the cozy feel and interaction with staff and kitchen. We can't wait to get back!
(5)Brenton H.
A taste explosion. If you don't try this, you will doubtlessly wander through the remainder of your life an incomplete husk of a person.
(5)Matt A.
incredible food. incredible service. wonderful atmosphere. the fried chicken was the best chicken i've ever eaten. super accommodating to my wife and i with our four month old. doesn't get much better in denver (or anywhere)!
(5)C. K.
A new neighborhood favorite. Upscale cuisine has found a home on Colfax. From the other reviews you'll likely have noted this is a small restaurant with very few tables. That is the draw as it creates a truly intimate and personal dining experience. We sat at the bar top and watched the two chefs work their magic in a kitchen that is smaller than my own churning out delicious plate after delicious plate. Service was admittedly a bit awkward by everyday standards based solely on the space we were seated in but in truth, it only added to the friendly/neighborhood atmosphere. We started with the empanadas which were quite tasty (nicely composed bites) and for mains my wife got the Trout (my favorite), I had the Buttermilk Chicken (great, would prefer less bitter greens as a side however), and my friend had the Lamb Osso Buco (which looked tasty but I'm admittedly not a huge Buco fan). This restaurant reminds me of one of my favorite San Francisco restaurants which is also just as small and just as busy. At the same time, this place really stands out on it's own. Great service, friendly atmosphere, excellent dishes, and for me... a sweet location. I can see why everyone speaks highly of this place. It's a really great experience through in through. Hit it up.
(5)Alison B.
This is a cute little place. Very comfortable and homey. Our food was absolutely delicious and the service was great! I took one star off for portion size, main dishes were a bit small. I would definitely recommend this place! Be sure to call ahead! Although they don't take reservations, you can call a half hour ahead and they will save a table for you :-)
(4)Lauren Y.
So, so, so good! The escargot empanadas were phenomenal. Actually, everything was phenomenal. The atmosphere, service, and food combined to create a perfect evening. I can't wait to return!
(5)Dresden R.
We discovered this lovely little neighborhood spot last night. The locals were friendly, the chefs super talented and creative, and the food was delish. Rainbow trout: best I've ever had. Buttermilk chicken: perfectly done. Nice portions too. We loved cozying up to the bar. This place is the real deal, and the right place to spend your Friday night.
(5)Susan D.
Loved this little gem! Small and cozy (20 seats only), great food and service. They brought a complimentary appetizer of boiled peanuts, a southern specialty. The wine was good (Scarpeti?), I had sweet potato gnocchi (came with brussel sprouts and pecans) and my husband had buttermilk chicken (with mung beans and greens). We shared an appetizer of cornmeal waffles with pork and cole slaw that was excellent too! I was too full to have dessert there so took the apple dessert home and that too was a winner. If I had to find something bad, I'd say the parking situation. And they don't take reservations but you can call ahead. The coffee was only so-so. We prefer wine in stemmed glasses but these were ok. We WILL be back.
(5)Darian A.
Veal was ok, escargo empanadas were not great and everything was overpriced. Service was pretty good tho.
(2)Casey S.
Popped in here for a quick drink and sat at the bar overlooking the kitchen. Super intimate space, made even better by the friendly chef and his wife. We talked babies (brought ours in and they were cool with that) and east coast roots. Felt really at home. Complimentary boiled peanuts were a nice touch, along with the excellent draft beer choices on the menu. We can't wait to come back for dinner. Chef shared some of his secrets for finding produce to keep the menu fresh and interesting. Also, Wed night prix fixe dinners with beer pairings looked fantastic.
(5)David S.
What a surprise to find this restaurant in a nondescript storefront next to the Bluebird! The apps were unique and tasty. The entree list is limited. That'd be my only negative comment. But the monkfish was excellent. I could imagine stopping in one night and not finding something that jumps out at me. The desserts were terrific! Had the strawberry rhubarb tart. They have a good sized beer and whiskey list. Wine---not so big. This is a very compact space so everything is consistent with economy. They do not have mixed drinks, which I missed. But everything they did have was thoughtful and quality. Nice job folks!
(4)Yuri W.
This place is amazing! Owners are awesome and they have great taste in beer. Service was amazing. Beer amazing. Food amazing.
(5)Taylor W.
I've never actually written a Yelp review before, but I felt like I had to today. That's how good our dinner at To the Wind was last night. We started with a delicious cheese plate, including a red pepper jelly that paired up particularly well with the blue cheese. My boyfriend ordered the steak entree, which came gorgeously cooked and presented, and had just enough chimichurri to give it unique flavor while still letting the meat itself be the star. I had the buttermilk chicken, which was outstanding. Perfectly seasoned, incredibly moist and tender, and served with a delicious creme fraiche pan sauce. The flavorful gnocchi it comes with could be their own entree, and the kale was cooked to just the right texture. We wrapped things up with the creme brulee, which was just as good as everything that came before. On top of all of that, the staff was friendly and warm and made excellent suggestions. I know this sounds a bit gushy, but it really was a fantastic meal. It's such a treat to have a place like this in the neighborhood now.
(5)thy n.
Love, love, love this place! We went for the first time last night and food, staff/owners were wonderful. We had the steak and chicken entrees which were perfectly cooked and delicious. We had daughter with us and the owner provided her with books and toys to keep her occupied. Our daughter also loved the waffle/pork appetizer. Best seats in the house are at the counter with a view of the kitchen and the activity on Colfax. We love this gem!
(5)Angela D.
Four of us went to dinner here, tonight. We ordered appetizers (pork waffles and lamb cakes) waffles were great. we also all had different dishes... All very good, but the pork duo was the best! Buttermilk chicken was a close second. Recommend for a fun night out with friends. Be sure to call ahead to get a table because there are only 6 tables.
(5)Alden S.
Unbelievable. Welcoming a fine dining experience to Colfax is a beautiful surprise. The food was phenomenal, the staff: phenomenal. Beer selection and price: phenomenal. If I were Stella I'd be pretty nervous about this spot.
(5)Becca B.
I came in alone right before closing. Staff couldn't have been more friendly and welcoming. Food was seriously delicious. I had the cornmeal waffle with roasted pork shoulder and coleslaw. Angel food cake with grilled peaches and cream for dessert. Atmosphere is warm and comfortable - not pretentious. Get down here and enjoy!
(5)Ken S.
Charming and cozy. Very flavorful food. Corn meal waffle was excellent. Friendly service.
(5)Ryan A.
First visit To the Wind tonight with a group for a celebration tonight. This is a real gem on Colfax near the Bluebird. Small and intimate restaurant with less than 20 seats. Limited wine selection (but excellent choices) and awesome craft beer list plus spirits too. When your only complaint is the for sale local art on the wall (I mean the weird insect/alien theme currently rocking is not appealing for a meal), then you know you are in for a good night. The service is great and they even played music brought in on special request. Food was unique with excellent presentation. Was planning my next visit and texting other friends to put this on their list to check out.
(5)Judy L.
Loved the small bistro atmosphere. Loved all the dishes and the friendly service. Will definitely go again
(5)Debby K.
What a gem! The food is delicious. Every dish we had was fantastic. Try the escargot empanadas. The buttermilk chicken. The apple tart. Sooo good. Thanks for a great, comfortable room, too. Can't wait to get hungry and come back for more.
(5)Cely L.
Absolutely delicious food. Interesting flavors melt in your mouth. Very intimate space. Hoping they do very well and take over adjoining retail space. Welcome to Colfax!
(5)Alisha B.
This place was wonderful! Great atmosphere, service and the food was amazing! Everything was super fresh and at a great price point.
(5)Mike H.
19 seats, that's it 19! It's like going to a dinner at your neighbor's 600sqf CapHill condo, yet this neighbor is a fine dinning chef with an exceptional collection of whiskey and amazing taste of craft beer. His wife is a professional pastry chef who's caring touch makes you feel right at home. This is a dinning experience you cannot find anywhere else, unless you do have a neighbor that is such.
(5)Cast M.
Everything is SO great here, the menu, small, intimate atmosphere...friendly!! My gf introduced me to this place and I thought it was fabulous!!
(5)Eric S.
What a GREAT place! The Husband and Wife couple that run this place are amazing. The food is incredible. From the different types of Empanadas (have had the duck and escargot) to the Sweat Breads. Ingredients are fresh and also very reasonably priced. We have been here a few times now as we live in the neighborhood. They will even take great care of your children and take time to put something special together for them. Would recommend to anyone that is looking for a great little place with incredible unique food. Do call ahead as it is small.
(5)Jamie C.
Friend was in town + torrential rain = We thought we could just stroll on into To the Wind Bistro and get seated right away...We were wrong! We did however notice for the next time that we can call ahead (not make reservations) and let them know we were on our way and to put us on their little chalk board list! Be prepared to wait but it's worth it, it just means they will take an equal amount of time preparing your food too! Rain or shine, they are always busy and for good reason. I had been dyinggggg to try this place and I heard such raving reviews. I was planning on doing my birthday dinner there (Thank goodness I didn't. Fitting 5 of us without reservations would have been quite difficult. :)); however, the rain got in the way, so half of my party was stuck at home while my visiting friend had made it to me before the rain. We went ahead with our plans and are grateful we did! We really enjoyed our meal here! To start, it's a little place but with a really cozy, friendly feeling. The staff only made this ring more true. You could see the chef taking his time and plating his food. Right away you could tell a lot of care is placed in producing the dishes here, so I was excited and decided to wait out the hour and a half wait at the pizza place nearby. They took our number down and called once the table was ready. When we finally got to sit down, they started us off with some boiled peanuts in a salty dark sauce. The flavors were familiar to my Asian palate. We order the Bone Marrow to share and it was mindblowingly delicious. The radish and onions paired very nicely with bone marrow and I couldn't get enough of it! I could just eat that appetizer all day, but then I'd probably be humongous afterwards. The buttery fattiness that melted in my mouth....drooooool. Our table order the Rock Fish, Duck Confit and a Steak dish I do not remember a name for. The Rock Fish was delicious! A great blend of flavors. It had a very tart citrus flavor and that's totally my thing! It was plated with artichoke, potatoes, and cauliflower salad and we loved it! We honestly loved all the dishes. The steak was cooked perfectly at a nice medium rare and the duck confit was tender and flavorful. We continued eating even when we couldn't anymore and there were no complaints. Passed on the dessert but will definitely be back again!
(5)Cynthia H.
Food was delicious, just meat heavy on the entrees Service was attentive and friendly The only thing that keeps me from full stars is that the entrees didn't feel complete to me, especially in the veggie section. The sturgeon sits on basically a chicken pot pie, so it is a weird melding of two meats and not enough veggies, although extremely delicious. The pork two ways comes with beans, some potato salad, and a few leaves of lettuce. Again, delicious, but you just feel very heavy at the end. The appetizers were delicious and well balanced. But again, our table was looking for a lighter break from the meat heavy entrees, and there was no salad, so we went with the panzanella and crudo. FYI On colfax next to the bluebird theater so parking can be tricky, the blocks adjacent have restrictions for resident parking only at night No reservations, small place, so plan accordingly
(4)Diana W.
Honestly, one of the best restaurants in Denver. The restaurant doesn't play around with frills. Meaning: no reservations (but they do allow you to call ahead to get on a list) and a seating area of about 15. They also don't have daily specials. The menu is what you can choose from. Oh and they actually close during the week and on some holidays! Hooray for treating staff right! Was lucky to be able to get a table for 6 at 7 on a Friday. We basically took up half the restaurant; thank you guys for such a great experience! While waiting for your meal they serve you boiled peanuts. Never had them! Can't believe how tasty they are. They have a simple but great wine and cocktail list. For starters we had the bone marrow (I can't even begin to explain how buttery and fatty it was. Taste buds exploded); octopus (most tender octopus I have ever had) as well as the veal sweetbreads. If you really want a treat make sure you ask them for some shaved truffles over everything. Huge beautiful slices! For my main dish I ordered the sturgeon. Have you ever had a meal that was so good you didn't want to finish it? So good you ate it slower than anyone else at the table? Yes it was that good. Every bite kept releasing different flavors depending on which bits you had on your fork. So decadent. One of my favorite restaurants in Denver!
(5)Zak S.
I really like this place from the minute we walked in and was greeted through entire meal we had a great experience! I was visiting Denver and a friend suggested this place and I'm going to keep this short and simple staff amazing food amazing and I can't wait to go back. The other people eating in the restaurant were very friendly and everyone began talking around with each other also impressed with the quality of the food and exceptional service I highly recommend you go to this place and I hope you like it or love it just as much as I do.
(5)Damuel C.
Amazing, amazing, amazing. Recently moved here from NYC and have to say this is one of the better restaurants in all of Colorado. Fresh food, passionate people, cozy atmosphere- what else do you really want out of a dining experience? Every course was perfectly executed. I hope the people of Denver wake up to how amazing this place is. Great date spot, the servers are top knotch and the food matches the friendly and superb atmosphere.... Perfection.
(5)Heather T.
I love, love walking into a restaurant and getting the feeling that you are going to be taken care of for the evening. The setting is cozy and intimate with pillows to lean up against the benches. For the starters, we went with the bone marrow and escargot empanadas. I cook with bones but have never intentionally eaten bone marrow. The thought of it, quite frankly, grossed me out a tad. And now I realize the folly of my ways. Simply delicious and the essence of cow. This version was served with Texas toast, short rib jam and whole grain mustard. Exquisite. The empanada dough was lovely but I like more garlic with my escargots. For my main, I ordered the barley risotto with fiddle head ferns, carrots and pecans. Imagine my surprise and delight when our mains came to the table and I also had fav beans in my risotto. Two short season, hard to find in Colorado vegetables in the same dish? Get outta here! I was beyond excited. The flavors all came perfectly together and if I could cook carrots like that I'd eat them every day. My friends ordered the hangar steak with cucumber toubbouleh and the roast chicken dish. Both were wowed away. Not that we needed dessert but we felt compelled to sample the whole range. The pineapple upside down cake and chocolate stout cake were the selections. Both proved that this restaurant has it down pat. My only slightly negative feedback is I wish they had killer cocktails on the menu. It is a beer, wine, spirits set up. I have been telling anyone who will listen that they simply must come here!
(5)Rose Y.
Amazing, amazing food and service. Although the restaurant is small (we had to wait forty minutes for dinner for two on a Tuesday night), it was well worth it. We got the chicken and risotto, both of which were delicious. We also had peanuts in the beginning, boiled in some amazing sauce I couldn't quite decipher. Our waitress was also incredibly nice and helpful. It is definitely a unique and unexpected find on Colfax. The food is American/European, with some unexpected twists. I would definitely go back again.
(5)Evan A.
I almost don't want to give a good review so I can come here without a wait, but how not cool is that? My friend recommended To The Wind to try out so we came here on a Tuesday night. Even at 6PM, there was a wait, so we headed across the street for a drink and waited it out, which I'm so happy we did. We started off with the cornmeal waffle, which I would have eaten two of if it were a main dish. The waffle was perfectly cooked and the slaw and pork were a great combination of sweet and salty. YUM! I chose the duck confit, which was amazing as well. I'm a huge sucker for duck and this literally fell off the bone as I was eating it. No complaints here!
(5)Dan R.
I likely ordered the wrong entree - I was not aware that the chicken was stuffed with blue cheese. I can see this on steak, but it did not taste good with chicken, especially when placed on sweet potatoes. My wife's dish was much better - she had the sturgeon.
(3)Brenda L.
This is a cute/small restaurant with about 6 tables (about 2-4 people each). It reminded me of SF restaurants (small little bistros). I came on a Saturday night & got lucky because they were already full for the night by 6PM but a group of 4 canceled thus allowing my party to replace them. They do not take reservations but I called at noon that morning, like others suggested, to get my name on the waitlist. They told me to call 30 minutes before the time I wanted to arrive to get put on the waitlist but when I called they were already booked. They were also hosting an abstract art viewing night at 9PM there. The restaurant is to the right of the Bluebird Theater and is super small and easy to miss. The interior is cute with white wainscot by the kitchen area (which is exposed and viewable) and a classic/original architecture door frame with thick dark wood. There were a couple little kids in the restaurant who I imagine were the daughters of the chefs/waitresses. There were 2 chefs & 2 waitresses running the show so it took some time for us to get our order taken. Our waitress was super friendly & fun. They were out of the Spanish octopus (smaller dish/appetizer) that night that we came so I am assuming this is a very popular dish. What I tried: 1. Cornmeal Waffle 9 Roasted pork shoulder, coleslaw 2. Yakama Sturgeon 23 Potato gnocchi, Picholine olives, zucchini 3. Duck Confit 19 Onion soubise, root veg, radish slaw 4. Bistro Steak 20 Smoked parsnips, spinach, port reduction They first start you off with a small bowl of boiled peanuts (shell on) that are drenched with some sweet brown sauce. This is their "bread & butter." It reminded me of being home because Vietnamese families often snack on boiled peanuts.The waffle appetizer itself wasn't too spectacular because it was a bit soft but the pulled pork on it was sweet & tasty. The coleslaw was also nice & subtle. The sturgeon was beautifully presented with thinly sliced zucchini. The waitress gave a side of almonds for us to toss on the top of the sturgeon. The duck confit was a perfect portion size & was cooked to perfection. It was tender/moist & the skin was full of flavor. The sauce at the bottom of the duck was onion based & the slaw, similar to the waffle appetizer, was subtle & fresh. The bistro steak was really smokey tasting & was presliced for easy eating. I thought the beef was cooked very nicely but the smokey flavor was a bit too strong. It didn't allow for me to taste the natural flavor of the beef as much. They had a dessert menu that featured creme brulee (among other desserts) but I didn't order any (because I was the only 1 in my party that wanted dessert :( .....). I'd love to try their bone marrow + desserts next time!
(5)Michael H.
Had a second evening meal here with our neighbors. Once again it was wonderful. Mandy is our new favorite waitress in Denver. We had the rock fish, the duck confit, the chicken entree and we shared the waffle pulled pork appetizer -- everything was great! Once again we discovered an unusual local beer, the Strange Cherry Criek, described aptly by Mandy as the "perfect summer beer." Try this spot for something new and different. The chef worked at Mizuna and the Bonnano influence is apparent. This tiny Colfax remodeled hole in the wall atmosphere may disappoint, but come early (5PM-530PM suggested), grab one of the 7 tables, and enjoy the great food coming out of this tiny kitchen.
(5)Elisabeth B.
WOWZA! To the wind bistro...blew me away! Appetizer: lamb empanadas Crispy on the outside, perfect amount of filling inside, not greasy at all...amazing. Entrees: buttermilk chicken; and a steak dish I can't remember the name of. The buttermilk chicken was the juiciest, most tender chicken I've ever tasted in my life. The first thing I said when I took a bite of the chicken skin was that I only wish I could order more of it as an appetizer it was so delicious! Dessert: chocolate cake with a pear marmalade'ish layer in the middle. The wife of the chef makes all the desserts and this was the best chocolate cake I've ever had...there was something seriously magical that the pear marmalade created in this dish...I know that sounds cheesy...but I literally had to close my eyes while I took the first few bites, because it was such an intense and unique taste/experience. They were playing blues music in the background which made my boyfriend very very happy. Additionally, the ambience was intimate, Indy eclectic'ish (took me back to my Portland days :), and romantic. Dining here, I felt as though my whole body was tasting and experiencing the food it was that good. Ahh...such a wonderfully fulfilling dinner and evening!
(5)David M.
This is a wonderful little hole-in-the-wall bistro located in the same block and a few doors down from the Bluebird Theatre on E. Colfax. Me? I got no complaints about the somewhat limited menu since they're doin' a great job of keepin' it focused; and everything we had was superb. Sat at the chef's bar/table and watched 'em do their kitchen magic, up close and personal (my favorite place to eat when it's just my honey and I out to dinner). As starters we had the braised endive salad with blue cheese, and the Spanish octopus (now that was an interesting and surprisingly tasty dish:). Followed that up with the trout and a sturgeon special they had that night and they were two of the finest, most succulent fish dishes I can remember having had in years. Accompanied the food with a modest pinot noir that was just great, and congratulated ourselves at discovering one of the newer dining gems Denver's throwin' down these days. Don't know what they can do about it, but the storefront door opens directly onto the diners at the chef's bar/table, so be careful if you're thinkin' about visiting during the course of a blizzard. But other than that, no complaints or suggestions to offer other than to kindly recommend that they keep hittin' it outta the park 'cause they're rackin' up their fans with what they're doin' now. That's for sure.
(5)Eric M.
I will be back without a question - amazing food, wonderful service. Upon the advice of the staff, I ordered the sturgeon - best I've had. Everything from start to finish was a great experience; and the prices didn't break my back. We were able to order a drinks, two entrees, and two deserts for under $70 for what I'd most certainly consider fine dining. **If you're looking at the pictures - don't get too hung up on the appearance and sizes; they almost look like tapas. Rest assured, they're decent sized and the rich nature of the food was enough to leave us full and happy. **About me: I tend to leave reviews for either horrible experiences or wonderful experiences. You can guess which side I took on this one. I had one of those nights where I said to myself, "this was too damn good to not give a review - they earned it" Go eat here. Period.
(5)Huy P.
Absolutely AMAZING. Before I get into what was fantastic, I will let you know the bad things. First the parking sucks because its right next to the Bluebird theater. Then its a little small, but I feel it adds to its charm. The food WOW and the service is good too! What we had: 1.) Spanish Octopus - Very good, never had it uniquely like this, full of the flavor and adding it with the Jicama slaw with the Macadamia nuts, what a combination. 2.) Cornmeal Waffle - WOW talk about bursting with so many flavors of sweet, sour, and just great pork flavor. 3.) Rock Fish - Full of flavor, this is a citrus flavored dish and the fish was prepared so well. 4.) Preserved Yakama Sturgeon - This was extremely good too. Much different than the Rock Fish. This was buttery, fresh still, but it had this hearty warming flavor to it. The Sturgeon was prepared so well it melted in my mouth. The Gnocci is made fresh and it was fantastic! Overall, please do try this because it is absolutely fantastic.
(5)Justin B.
A charming little (and I do mean little) place with a lot of French influence. Cuisine is meat heavy, which I personally love. Whisky list is well curated. Service was good though bordered on obsequious. Colfax certainly is changing!
(5)Jena-Lee W.
The food and service is INCREDIBLE! My fiance and I went here for his birthday last night, and we were blown away! It's a small space, so expect to wait. They do not take reservations, but we found out last night you can call ahead to get on their waitlist. Everything from the boiled peanuts starter to the dessert were amazing! You will not be disappointed!
(5)E C.
We have been to To The Wind once and the experience was excellent. We were five in our party and everyone was super satisfied with everything. The only problem is that they don't take reservations and for this reason, I might not be going back during a weekend.The place is cute but so small that the people waiting for a table are pretty much standing by the door because there is no bar or waiting area. It is worth the wait!
(5)David C.
Excellent service, great wine and we really loved our meal. Our server was super friendly, explaining a lot of her favorite menu items. Very intimate space on East Colfax. Nice to have a great new addition to the neighborhood.
(4)Kyle S.
Love this place. Came here on the 5 star rating and was not disappointed. Sat at the bar and had a great time watching the 2 chefs work. Started with the veal sweetbreads. Perfectly pan cooked, with a rich mushroom consume. My wife went for something she hadn't had before, the sturgeon. The fish was cooked well, but the gnocchi were amazing! I had the Chicken Ballotine. Very intriguing. The blue cheese/chicken combination was great. Finished with the Black Walnut Creme Brulee, different, but delicious. We would return in an instant. Loved every bite :D
(5)Alley V.
I found this place by mistake a few months back, actually. I walk by it all the time on my way to get groceries and made a point to visit! Not sure if they're still doing this, but at arrival rather than having bread to start, they brought out boiled peanuts! Nice touch! Spiced with something I couldn't place, but definitely a great way to start out. I had the Escargot Empanadas to start and a chicken dish that I don't believe is still on the menu, unfortunately. Everything was completely delicious. No complaints whatsoever! The staff was very friendly and attentive. The space is extremely small, which I believe helps to keep the food quality above average. Though I visited in a slower time when they were still brand new, so it wasn't over crowded or noisy. I could see that happening, though. I will absolutely be back and have recommended this restaurant to just about everyone I know!
(5)Claire C.
Went to "To the Wind" with my husband for his birthday dinner, and we were very impressed! I got the buttermilk chicken, and it was the most moist, perfectly seasoned chicken I have eaten in recent memory! We polished off our meals and followed it with the chocolate torte, which was topped with homemade whipped cream - again AMAZING, chocolatey, and moist. The wait between ordering and receiving our meals was longer than other places, but once we got our entrees, that wait was forgotten. To diners - I recommend that you call ahead about 1 hour to 30 minutes before you plan to come and eat to put your name on the wait list (if there is one). It's a small restaurant with limited seating, which means every plate gets the chef's attention, and you can tell!
(5)Brenda Q.
I love this place. It's like home away from my own home kitchen, but so much better. Royce, Leanne and their team have consistently impeccable service, amazing food, bourbon and beer. I can't say enough about To The Wind giving patrons an unparalleled dining experience. Every time I have desert and check out for the night, I can't wait to dine here again to taste the new offerings. If you have to wait to get in, it's worth every minute! It feels like the best of having dinner with family with a true chef in the house!
(5)Geoffry L.
This is a little gem of a restaurant. They say no reservations, but we called a couple weeks early to book a party of 8 with no problems. The dinner went off without a hitch. Beer wine and wine selections were great. Cocktail selection is a little lacking. The food was absolutely amazing. Everyone in the party tried something different, we basically ordered everything from the menus. Everybody loved their food. So much care and love goes into their preparation. I had the duck confit, which was delicious, and my wife had the Haddock and she described it as one of the best plates of food she has eaten.
(5)Tiffany N.
If you blink while passing To The Wind you'd probably miss it. And that would be a shame friends. This tiny eatery on Colfax immediately became a new favorite for Sir Nicholas and I when we ventured in for a date night recently for a variety of reasons. + The menu is small, but so full of delicious items that making a choice was difficult. + The beer and wine lists are also small with the same amount of delicious offerings. + The staff here are so, so friendly. + The atmosphere is cozy. Nick and I shared two small plates: + A Warm Squash Salad with whipped ricotta and confit tomatoes - a really lovely warm salad + Cornmeal Waffle with roasted pork shoulder and coleslaw - Yes, this is as good as you are imagining based on the name alone. And two bigger plates: + Bistro Steak with onion puree, green beans, and gorgonzola - So good I didn't want to share even though I ordered it with the intention to do so + Buttermilk Chicken with new potatoes, bitter greens, and corn relish - Nick felt the same about his chicken. A cool thing they offer is a prix fixe menu that changes daily. It's three courses for $39 and everyone at the table has to participate. I believe for a bit extra they'll add in beer pairings. The only problem I had with our dinner there was that the dining room was super, super cold so I would recommend bringing a sweater if you chill easily. I'm really excited to have To The Wind nearby and am looking forward to heading back sometime soon.
(4)Paul D.
We live in the neighborhood and have been about 6 times now. Every time the food is amazing. I like the small neighborhood feel and the chef's table is a lot of fun. Hint, they don't take reservations, but you can call ahead and put your name on the list.
(5)Noelia B.
One of the best places I have been to eat in a long time. Small, quiet, homey, the owners are great! Beer, wine, dessert, apps, and main courses!!! Very wonderful.
(5)Lucky B.
This is a pretty cool spot that sort of feels like you're having a meal with friends at an apartment. You can see the chef cooking on a regular looking stove. The drinks menu is pretty cool. The dinner menu is simple but there are good options. Our server, Rihanna (I think... Sounds like Rihanna the singer), was cool and friendly. I believe this was rated #2 as a dinner spot in Colorado on Trip Advisor. I don't have enough of a sample size to agree or disagree with that sentiment but I reckon it's worth a look.
(4)Rizzle M.
I can't belive this place is real. I've been twice, months apart, and the staff remembered my name. Their whiskey selection is sooo good that every time I go, I spend more on alcohol than food. Oh! They're food is fresh, mouthwatering, complex, and creative. Not to mention the prices are completely reasonable. I'd usually expect to pay twice what they charge. I highly recommend this place for dates. Can't wait to go back!
(5)Jeff S.
Fantastic! I was lucky to join my colleague from CA and his friend from Denver to eat at this place a few days ago. We had the duck empanadas and bone marrow for appetizers. The empanadas were really good and the bone marrow was very well prepared, luxurious and a special treat. For meals, the three of us had Lamb Osso Buco (me), Buttermilk Chicken (the local guy) and Sturgeon with Clams (the other guy from CA). The other guys enjoyed their meals. My lamb was one of the best things I have eaten. Super tender, rich sauce and served over a creamy polenta. I had a couple of the BSB Red Rye Farmhouse Ales with dinner (excellent beer) and instead of a typical dessert, I had a glass of Ransom Old Tom Gin which was listed on the dessert menu. It was just a nice small glass of cold gin with a bit of citrus peel in it. Wow - it was a perfect end to a great meal. The food and drink menus were very well thought out and had some great choices. As others have said, it is a very small place but that is part of the charm. We got there around 6 pm on a Tuesday evening and there was no wait - but we did get the last available table.
(5)Brian B.
Can't say enough about To The Wind. It starts with the unassuming facade. There isn't any flash which pairs well with the chef/owners Royce and Leanne. Their hospitality shows and welcomes any and all who enter. My only regret was not sitting at the chefs counter. The service is excellent can't say much more there. The food was fresh and delicately prepared and spared no detail. The menu is short and to the point. This is a place that I long for in the DTC burbs. I can't wait to go back. My wife and I want to thank the Royce and Leanne for creating such a wonderful environment.
(5)Katie G.
I love the charm of this place. It's a husband and wife that own it. It's small; there's literally like 9 tables and the chef's counter. Our server was awesome and knowledgable. We started with whiskey gingers, followed by the cornbread waffle with pork and cole slaw. But, who would pass up bone marrow. Not us. It was delicious!!!! Highly recommend both the waffle and bone marrow. We ordered the chicken and biscuits and the steak. Both were good, but we couldn't stop thinking about the appetizers. The blood orange creme brûlée was amazing. The thick, sugar shell on top was to die for. You could smell and taste the blood orange flavor. It was perfect. Definitely go here. Call ahead, they will get you in the list. There are no reservations though. Call ahead. Go here.
(4)Brian A.
Hands down my favorite new restaurant in Denver, always new and creative food and just a cool atmosphere! Can't wait to get back!
(5)Vanessa E.
I can't believe I forgot to review this place right away. It's incredible! I cannot wait to return! The food was freaks and flavorful. The service was impeccable! It's small restaurant with charm!
(5)Kimberly S.
This adorable place is totally worth five stars!! I had the sturgeon with house made gnocchi that was spectacular. My husband had the veal sweetbreads and chicken balotine. Black walnut creme brulee. Tiny place. We sat at the counter next to the kitchen and chatted with the chefs. Great experience.
(5)Ashley B.
We came to To The Wind Bistro about a month ago, so it was just a couple of weeks after they opened. Note that they do not take reservations, so we called ahead and tried to show up early (around 6:00) as half our party had another obligation that evening. The staff saved us a table, which is pretty great considering there is only seating for around 20 people in this restaurant. The drink list is small but reasonably priced; I got a red Zin that was very reasonably priced and quite tasty. We ate a few of the boiled peanuts that are served on every table but they weren't really our thing. We ordered a cheese plate to start and it was fine but our server didn't tell us what any of the cheeses were so we were a bit on our own trying to figure them all out. For mains we ordered most of the menu: pork, chicken, and I think steak. All the entrees were very good. My chicken was very well cooked and all the flavors across the meals made a lot of sense. We decided to order dessert and we went with the lemon tart. My husband put it best when he said "these are cooks trying to bake" meaning they didn't do a very good job. The "curd" of the lemon tart had the consistency of a pudding that hasn't set yet...it dribbled out of the crust as soon as we cut into it. The poor crust was just not well made; very brittle and hard, probably not enough fat and just not very well executed. It didn't taste bad but the textures were not right; these chefs are very good chefs but not bakers, or at least not yet. On the plus side, in addition to the great flavors of our dinners, we were admiring the art all night. We decided to come home with a painting from the restaurant and the staff went above and beyond to package it up, and contact the local artist to alert her of the sale and get us her card. I had a great time here and I'd happily come back but I will likely wait to give other people the opportunity to discover this great new restaurant on East Colfax.
(4)Cass D.
This place was wonderful! It seats maybe around 20 people, so it's a very intimate setting. Perfect for a romantic date night or special occasion. They don't take reservations so we went early out our name on a wait list and then went across the street to a bat and had drinks until dinner. The wait was only about an hour which wasn't too bad considering it was a Saturday night. The food was delicious! They brought out broiled peanuts to start and they had so much flavor. All of the appetizers were wonderful with tons of flavor and good portion size. Everything came out in a timely manner. We had this waffle with pork shoulder for an appetizer and it was so tasty! We were very pleased with everything and will be going back.
(5)Nan P.
I came in with pretty high expectations since it got five-star reviews. Food was just okay... Nothing memorable as far as flavor even though the menu had a lot of "flair" to it. Staff were friendly and nice. The bone marrow was most disappointing. Not a lot of bone marrow (maybe a tablespoon worth at most) and there were a lot more "toppings" than the actual bone marrow which took away from the flavor. The bread that came with the dish was tastier actually. The eggplant and buffalo mozz appetizer also fell flat. Pate with fois gras was just ok... We had something else but I can't even remember what it was since it was not memorable. If you are a foodie then you will most likely be disappointed and go away hungry.
(3)Jennifer L.
We joined the opening night celebration. The waitstaff is incredible - lovely, friendly & knowledgeable. The space is very inviting and relaxing. We thoroughly enjoyed our entire dinning experience. We started with pâté & a salad. Both dishes we excellent - familiar yet a new twist for your palate. We chose the salmon and the chicken & gnocchi for our main courses. Both fish and fowl were cooked & portioned to perfection. I have to rave about the pillowy deliciousness of the gnocchi! I truly believe the gnocchi are the best we have tasted in Denver - I know this is a large statement. Dessert course came and I am still kicking my self for only ordering the decadent chocolate cake and passing in the creme brûlée. We left very satisfied and dreaming of our next time at to the wind bistro.
(5)Ben M.
This hidden gem is nothing short of spectacular. I went here with some friends for my birthday, and WOW, I cannot stop talking about this experience. For starters, the wait staff (all two of them) were so welcoming and accommodating you would have thought they knew us personally. We called ahead about an hour, and had no problem getting in right when they said we could. The beer list is quite impressive with a with special gems. However, what makes this place so great is the food. It is fresh. It is creative. It is flavorful. The menu, while small, has unbelievably high quality and in season offerings. They take quality over quantity to a whole new level here. I have never had such a high quality and intimate dining experience in Denver. Fun side note, since this was for a birthday, chef came to the table with a blowtorch and let me blow it out (as there were no candles in the restaurant). The entire staff should be (all four of them on this night) commended for their fine attention to detail, and their willingness to make each diner's experience unique and special. I will definitely be going back here again and again and again.
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