Bang!-Highlands Square

The first of our adventures on our journey to know and love Denver. Bang, the restaurant that inspired it all.

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What draws you into Bang is the sidewalk-facing kitchen, but then there's a confusing and slightly "sketchy" entrance into the restaurant, but the inside seating area is cozy and nice, yet still comfortable. We were welcomed right when we walked in the door, and once we were seated we were waited on almost before we had a chance to look at the menu. The menu is short and concise, which makes for an easy decision on what to eat. I chose something simple and familiar, a burger and fries. When it arrived, I couldn't wait to dive in, it looked so good. It was served with a side of homemade barbeque sauce, for dipping purposes. The burger was juicy and cooked perfectly to my order, medium well. Topped with cheese, it had the perfect contrast of a crisped outside and tender interior, with a perfectly toasted bun. The french fries were sprinkled with fresh parsley and were perfectly salted and cooked. The barbeque sauce brought everything together, harmonizing the meal perfectly.

Throughout the meal the server checked on us just often enough, adding to the great atmosphere that Bang offers. Overall, I would suggest to anyone to go eat at Bang.

My ratings:

cleanliness-10

atmosphere-8

service-9

taste-9

affordability-7

My experience at Bang!

This little restaurant in Highlands has a big, welcoming window viewing into the kitchen but is set up inefficiently. In order to enter the building, you have to walk down a tiny alley-kinda creepy and uninviting!! The atmosphere is nice-tables for two everywhere. It’s quiet and small. The service is very good. The menu had enticing options, but I was in the mood for some comfort food. My dish was pulled pork with jalepeno corn bread. Corn bread-very yummy; pork-not as good as my mother’s, but there were still no leftovers. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience. I probably won’t be a regular there, but if I were to go back, I would definitely try out their breakfast. The orange cinnamon french toast with a mimosa..mm!! Now we’re talkin’.

I’m still wondering why it’s called “Bang!”.

My ratings:

cleanliness-9

atmosphere-7

service-9

taste-7

affordability-7