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📱DoBetterDNVR quietly disappears

September 24, 2025 · — Peyton Garcia

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A plate of Haemul Pajeon — a “seafood pancake” — at Tofu Story on Havana Street.
A plate of Haemul Pajeon — a “seafood pancake” — at Tofu Story on Havana Street. (Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post via Getty Images)

😋 The Best Eats on Havana Street

When food writer Antony Bruno was tasked with eating at every restaurant along Havana Street, he had no idea what he was in for. So far, the food critic has tasted everything from Korean barbecue and ramen to tacos and kebabs, and he shares his thoughts on Aurora’s burgeoning culinary destination. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

The Best Eats on Havana Street (According to Someone Who’s Trying Every Restaurant)

📱 DoBetterDNVR Goes Dark

As of Tuesday morning, the DoBetterDNVR accounts on both Instagram and X had been deactivated with no explanation. The anonymous social media presence known for posting inflammatory images of people experiencing homelessness and drug use in Denver has become one of the loudest critics of Mayor Mike Johnston and amassed a large conservative following. [Denverite]

⚖️ ACLU of Colorado Sues ICE

The nonprofit legal organization has filed a lawsuit against immigration authorities seeking transparency for its plans to open a new detention facility in Hudson, Colorado. [Denver Gazette 🔒]

🍽️ Pete’s University Park Cafe is Closing

Another Denver dining stalwart is calling it quits citing the industry’s untenable economic conditions. The greasy spoon near DU’s campus is part of the legendary local restaurant repertoire of the late Pete Contos, which also includes East Colfax landmarks Pete’s Kitchen and Pete’s Satire Lounge. The restaurant’s last day will be Nov. 9. [Westword]

Forcing us to raise prices … that goes against everything [Pete] stood for.
Alex Barakos, Pete’s 27-year-old grandson

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