THE ORIGINAL STORY: (APRIL 2001 - JULY 2005)

John Hickenlooper must have a recipe for success.

The Mayor of Denver and entrepreneur responsible for Wynkoop Brewing Company, the Cherry Cricket, Red Room, Goosetown Tavern, and Wazee Supper Club has again struck gold with Appaloosa Grill. Located near the Denver Pavilions on downtown's 16th Street Mall at Welton Street (two blocks north of the Convention Center and Buell Theatre). Appaloosa attracts a diverse mix of diners; and former Wynkoop Chef Tim Erwin offers a menu to match. Appetizers range in influence from Southwestern (Carne Asada Platter) to Asian cuisine (Thai Salad) Appaloosa's entrees appeal to a broad range of appetites and include steak, ribs, pasta, salads and seafood. Appaloosa also uses all natural locally raised Heritage Highland's Beef from Great West Cattle Company and King Canyon Ranch Buffalo.

Appaloosa's General Manager John Qualley is  also a musician with a lot of talented friends. As a result, the Grill has evolved into the only venue in town that offers live entertainment every night with no cover charge. Shows start at 10m nightly and only the top acts in Colorado are hired to perform. NEVER A COVER. But the door man does take donations in support of the musicians.

The Appaloosa Grill is a fusion of food and ambiance that is both upscale and casual.Warm cherry woodwork,burgundy-upholstered booths and elegant lighting make Appaloosa Grill popular for business lunches, while an antique bar with blazing candles and modern light fixtures offer dinner guests a classy, moody atmosphere. Appaloosa Grill opened in April 2001 to provide a unique. dining experience for Downtown Denver's visitors, habitants and workers. It is located on the ground floor of the nine story historic Masonic Building which was first constructed in the early 20's and renovated in 1983, and is signified by its large brown sandstone bricks.