Strings Restaurant
1700 Humboldt St
Denver, CO 80218-1109
(303) 831-7310
Never have I enjoyed dining while on official travel as much as I did at Strings Restaurant in Denver, Colorado. I always enjoy my time in Colorado, and have spent a week in Denver and Boulder last year and this year respectively. I have eaten at numerous restaurants and cafes and enjoyed more than a few cocktails and some excellent bars. I love the mountains and climate. In short, I am inclined to be satisfied.
Yesterday, I arrived at Strings in Denver at exactly 12:00 noon. A courteous hostess greeted me with a smile and some curiosity, considering I was holding an obnoxiously orange carry-on sized suitcase. I explained myself and was welcomed to a place at the bar, where I set up my computer and ordered lunch.
I started with a diet Coke and beef carpaccio. It was rolled by hand at the table (bar) with capers, red onions, grated parmesan cheese, and a lemon aioli. I don't actually like aioli, but this one was pretty delicious. She sliced it almost like a sushi-maki. It was served with white toast points. I loved every bite.
For the main course, I enjoyed a half portion of "Mac 'N Chesse." It was caviatappi, perfectly cooked, with a white cheddar sauce, hearty chunks of smoked chicken breast, leeks, and toasted marcona almonds. It was transcendent. I must confess that it is not my personal point of view with regard to what "Mac 'N Cheese" could or should be... it was a delicious pasta dish. I will make this at home at some point this winter.
It is hard to believe that I actually stayed for dinner, but I did. I tasted the best shrimp cocktail I have ever enjoyed. Lemony, plump shrimp with zesty sauces reminded me of what fine foods should be. Flavor is always the most important thing, and Strings did not fail to deliver.
My main course was grilled wild salmon with a green salad dressed with a citrus vinaigrette. Such a simple dish could have easily been boring. This was anything but. A perfectly medium salmon just barely wilted the greens. I ate every bite. It was almost embarrassing to refuse to allow the server to take my plate when I took a brief break in eating to answer an e-mail.
My advice is that if anyone visits Denver, for work or pleasure, I would consider it a personal favor if you would have a meal at Strings Restaurant. Not only is the owner a new friend, but everything on the menu is delicious, fresh, sustainable, and... dare I say... close to perfect.
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