Denver’s dining scene saw several permanent closures in August. While some departures came suddenly, others had been long-anticipated. From longtime neighborhood favorites to a popular pub and a sustainability-focused spot, a range of restaurants closed their doors.
Highlights
- Several restaurants shut down this August in Denver.
- Some include neighborhood staples, a pub and a sustainability-focused eatery.
- Many of these restaurants have operated in the city for decades.
Notable Restaurants Closed in Denver
Many of the closures were first announced on social media, catching loyal customers by surprise. Here are a few restaurants that ended their business this August.
Sullivan Scrap Kitchen
- When: August 2
- Where: 1740 E 17th Ave, Denver, CO 80218
Sullivan Scrap Kitchen, a sustainability-focused restaurant, closed on August 2. The founders, however, planned to continue their services through TBD Foods Personal Chef and Catering. In a social media post, the team cited post-pandemic challenges as the reason for closing.
The restaurant began offering takeout meals at the onset of COVID-19 in 2020. Besides pandemic-related issues, the restaurant also mentioned that some of their personal commitments had also influenced their decision.
The Hornet
- When: August 9
- Where: 76 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
Having served the South Broadway neighborhood for nearly 30 years, The Hornet announced on social media that it was permanently closing its doors on August 9. The reason for the closure was not specified by the restaurant; however, the social media post indicated that the changing neighborhood had led to the decision.
The restaurant was a local favorite as many would visit the eatery for dates, anniversaries, proposals, and birthdays.
The Pub on Pearl
- When: August 10
- Where: 1101 S Pearl St, Denver, CO 80210
Running for more than a decade, The Pub on Pearl was another local-favorite restaurant in Denver. Through a social media post, the eatery announced that it would be shutting down after 35 years on August 10.
The pub reminisced about Iowa Hawkeye games, Thursday wing nights, and countless gatherings over the years.
Millers & Rossi
- When: August 30
- Where: 3542 Walnut St, Denver, CO 80205
Launched in April 2017, Millers & Rossi attempted to blend a modern art gallery with a stylish lounge. The bar was known for showcasing local art, a distinctive cocktail program, and a cozy atmosphere. The restaurant put out a social media post about its closure after six years. The owners recalled memories of “late nights filled with laughter, music, a few too many pickle shots and endless nights of karaoke”.
The post noted that while the bar had hosted countless celebrations, it had also been a place for community during difficult times.
Each restaurant played a role in shaping Denver’s dining scene, leaving a lasting impact on loyal customers and their neighborhoods.
