Church and Union restaurant now open in downtown Denver
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The French onion agnolotti served at Church and Union in Denver. Photo: Courtesy of Church and Union
"Top Chef" all-star Jamie Lynch made his Denver debut late last month with the opening of Church and Union, a New American restaurant with roots in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Why it matters: Church and Union has been one of the city's most anticipated openings for more than a year.
Zoom in: Located in a historic downtown space, the Denver outpost occupies what was once the St. Elmo's Hotel, originally built in 1896, blending modern cuisine with a touch of the past.
- The menu features a selection of steaks, seafood, small plates and sides.
What to try: Standouts include the lamb burger, handmade braided ravioli and the Colorado mountain trout.
Fun fact: The restaurant's striking interior is covered in unique artwork, most notably a hand-painted ceiling mural by John Norris, featuring 17,000 meticulously scripted words from Sun Tzu's "The Art of War."
- It took more than 400 hours to complete, staff tell us.
Our thought bubble: While the food and wine list delivered solid options — even if not mind-blowing — the stunning art and ambiance alone make Church and Union a must-visit destination.