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3455 Ringsby Denver, CO 80216

303-296-4642

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Critics'
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Best Sustainable Argument
Award Winner 2012

Cuisine(s): Breakfast, Contemporary, Deli

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-3pm, Thu 5pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm

Price: $, $$

Payment Types: All Major Credit Cards, cash, ATM/Debit
Attire: Casual

Features: Patio/Sidewalk Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Kid Friendly

Serving: Breakfast, Lunch

Alcohol: Full bar
Reservations: Not Accepted

Parking: Free, Lot Available

Description

"It didn't make sense, at first, to put a restaurant in the middle of nowhere," says Bob Blair, the chef/owner of Fuel Cafe, which he opened in the middle of nowhere in early 2008. But how could he have known that his restaurant would make this spot in River North, by the Taxi project, a real destination? People now flock to Fuel for breakfast, lunch and dinner; for pastries and coffees and sandwiches and salads; for the Mediterranean-inspired dinners, from small plates to big, meatier entrees; or just to sit outside on the expansive patio, a true urban oasis, and watch the Platte River -- and the traffic -- go by.

2012 | Best Sustainable Argument

Fuel Cafe chef-owner Bob Blair is fervent on the topic of sustainability, and discussions about the importance of organic sourcing, local ingredients and where food comes from are frequent topics of conversation at his eclectic restaurant in the Taxi project. But Blair also practices what he preaches, turning out a menu of creative, seasonal and delicious fare that comes from purveyors he has carefully contemplated. If you're concerned about the same issues, you can rest easy at Fuel knowing... More »
2012 | Best Bathroom With a View of Denver Art

Need to see a man about a horse How about seeing that man about some artwork You can find paintings by Tracy Weil, co-creator of the River North Arts District, on cultured walls around town. But you'll never find a better reason to linger in a privy than at Fuel, where a pair of pieces by Weil -- whose own gallery/studio Weilworks is just a few blocks away -- grace the walls. "Makes for a captive and contemplative audience," the artist says. More »

Cinco de Mayo at El Diablo and more on this week's calendar

By Patrick Langlois | Mon, April 30, 2012

Cinco de Mayo is this Saturday, as is the Kentucky Derby -- offering plenty of reasons to celebrate Southern cooking as well as Den-Mex. If you know of a particularly good party connected to either of... More »
Bob Blair, owner of Fuel Cafe, opening Pit Stop, a new fast-casual joint at Drive in the Taxi development

By Lori Midson | Thu, April 26, 2012

Beginning Saturday, May 5, Bob Blair, the owner/executive chef of Fuel Cafe, will add weekend brunch to his repertoire, pumping out a menu that zigzags from chilaquiles to sausage and brioche bread pu... More »
Fuel's Bob Blair on cooking for Michael Pollan

By Laura Shunk | Sat, March 3, 2012

Michael Pollan -- journalist, advocate and patron saint of sustainability in our food system -- was in Denver this week to speak to a crowd at the Paramount about the importance of understanding where... More »
Where did Michael Pollan eat post-Denver speech? Fuel Cafe

By Laura Shunk | Thu, March 1, 2012

If food is, indeed, the next rock-and-roll, as Ferran Adria once said, then Michael Pollan is certainly one of its superstars; the author and professor has made major inroads in how we all think about... More »
Jonathan Greschler was notoriously shy...until he became a bartender

By Laura Shunk | Fri, January 27, 2012

Jonathan Greschler, who recently landed behind the bar at Fuel Cafe, started bartending right after college. "I was in North Carolina working at a microbrewery," he remembers. "The guys behind the bar... More »
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tannaruzicka | Denver, CO | 307 Reviews

| Thu, July 1, 2010

Its a little out of the way, but find and go here. They have exotic drinks and food.
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pam121684 | Denver, CO | 1 Reviews

| Wed, June 30, 2010

The dishes I have tired have been cold and under seasoned. After waiting 30 minutes for my lunch the other day I had to ask where it was, then, 10 minutes later a waiter dropped my dish on my table. It was cold. When I asked for condiments to make an incredibly dry pulled port sandwich palatable, I was denied any condiments because it appears I insulted the owner by even asking and told that �you don�t put that on our sandwiches�. They may be much more accommodating to people that make �Fuel� a destination, but if you work in the area, expect the rudest most pretentious service I have received in Denver.
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amanda.lindelow | Denver, CO | 181 Reviews

| Tue, September 28, 2010

the name says it all! great location and friendly staff.

Dinner Menu

Small Plates

$9.00

Calamari
babbo sicilian lifeguard sauce

$10.00

Southern Biscuit Platter
pimiento cheese spread, fuel pickles

$10.00

Bourbon Glazed Pork Belly
grits, watermelon

$7.00

Corn Soup
fried tomato, basil

$11.00

Vegan Stuffed Tomato
quinoa, zucchini, cheese

$10.00

Heirloom Tomato Salad
corn, bacon, bleu, arugula

Entrees

$14.00

Gnocchi
fresh corn and shrooms

$16.00

Farro Lasagnette
wax beans, mozzarella, patio pesto

$25.00

Callicrate Steak
grilled radicchio and romaine, crouton, anchovy dressing

$22.00

Chicken
provolone croquette, fuel giardiniera

$23.00

Duck Breast
moscato peaches, hazelnuts, arugula

$22.00

Grape Leaf Wrapped Fish
tomato coulis, pancetta, olive, rice, yogurt

Desserts

$7.00

Blueberry Crostata
cinnamon basil fruit with whipped cream

$7.00

Amaretti Peaches
stuffed and roasted peaches, amaretto ice cream

$7.00

Chocolate Ice Box Cake
chocolate brownie, chocolate ice cream, meringue

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Fuel Cafe

3455 Ringsby Denver, CO 80216

303-296-4642

Description

2012 | Best Sustainable Argument

2012 | Best Bathroom With a View of Denver Art

Cinco de Mayo at El Diablo and more on this week's calendar

By Patrick Langlois | Mon, April 30, 2012

Bob Blair, owner of Fuel Cafe, opening Pit Stop, a new fast-casual joint at Drive in the Taxi development

By Lori Midson | Thu, April 26, 2012

Fuel's Bob Blair on cooking for Michael Pollan

By Laura Shunk | Sat, March 3, 2012

Where did Michael Pollan eat post-Denver speech? Fuel Cafe

By Laura Shunk | Thu, March 1, 2012

Jonathan Greschler was notoriously shy...until he became a bartender

By Laura Shunk | Fri, January 27, 2012

tannaruzicka | Denver, CO | 307 Reviews

pam121684 | Denver, CO | 1 Reviews

amanda.lindelow | Denver, CO | 181 Reviews

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