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Lola in Denver is a four star Mexican restaurant. Here's a place to get good food. Located in the South Denver area, this restaurant is mildly expensive. It's known for its vegetarian offerings. It's been awarded the Best of Mexican Food and Best of Date Spot awards. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a romantic atmosphere. People who have eaten here found the food modern mexican and amazing.
Craving Mexican?We've got the cure. Our menu changes regularly to bring you the freshest flavors and newest creations featuring seafood flown in daily and seasonal produce.Enjoy guacamole prepared tableside, fresh ceviche, seared tuna, homemade desserts and handcrafted margaritas made from a selection of more than 90 of the finest tequilas.It's our pleasure to offer our guests the highest quality food, service and ambiance. Relax, enjoy and let us take care of the rest.
4.0 of 5 stars.
Lola's has an amazing happy and brunch. The atmosphere is quite unique..a great place to meet after work or have a lazy breakfast. Their peaches and cream pancakes are divine as are their fish tacos.
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Lola. I was a little anxious ... seems that the reviews are a mixed bag but I'm a fan of nouveaux, new-age, fusion, pan-southwest / mexican fare which is, I believe, Lola's cred. And the winner is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Lola is a decent restaurant. They really don't have anything that really stands out from the crowd in my opinion. The tableside guacamole is a highlight though. They charge for everything so chips...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I was really REALLY saddened by my visit to Lola..I've heard such great things..too bad I didn't get to experience the same..My husband and I were given a gift certificate for this restaurant, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Lola twice for brunch. Unfortunately, both times we had the same server, and service was sub par. Had I experienced better service, Lola probably would have gotten a 5-star rating from...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Not a good place for good food....If you wants lots of noise, drinks, action and great views of downtown Denver, go to Lola, sit outside and enjoy the view....but the food is not up to any standard of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fun happy hour, but not worth the price? Margaritas, which the waitress added they were "famous for", were only so-so. The Ceviche was good, but did I get a total of....6 mini shrimp on that dish?...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
hey, in Denver for a workshop, this is a good bet for happy hour. The bar food was good, drinks were pretty cheap, and great atmosphere even on a Monday. Patio was cool like others said and cool...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The final clue of a school-sponsored scavenger hunt activity led me and my fellow educated hell-raisers to this popular Denver Mexican food staple. As the conclusion to an almost eleven hour day at...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yup, pretty cool atmosphere. Sweet patio, nice bathrooms, etc. Service is great, I mean, my water glass was never less than 80% full. But the food...meh. My $7 enchiladas (two small ones) came on a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Meh. I've experienced better kind of sums it up for me.....Let's be honest, the patio is great. I love the LoHi area and loved the view of downtown. As a place to grab a couple cocktails, the coin...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Have been to Lola before in the winter and sat downstairs where the bodies used to be prepared for burial. Pretty cool ambiance. Knew I'd want to go back again in the summer. So on a warm Fri nite...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Only been there for happy hour and brunch, naturally this review isnt for dinner.The brunch, however, is amazing. Probabaly the best Ive been to in Denver (tied with Olivea.) Especially if you can...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We have been to Lola on a few occasions and really enjjoy the drinks, especially the margs. The food is ok. Went last week with friends after work for drinks and apps. Enjoyed the drinks, but the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love that Lola used to be a mortuary and you can't even tell. Okay I realize that is kind of a morbid start to a restaurant review but that is a fairly unique fact for a restaurant. But seriously...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a very nice restaurant. And when I say very nice I also mean VERY expensive. Perhaps if I had that in my head prior to sitting down for dinner, i would not have been so disappointed....
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You broke my heart.You heard me... you two-timin' ho of an awesome restaurant.That's right, Lola, you've either started skimping on ingredients or downright got worse at making decent food.Your...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to Lola several times and it is kind of hit-or-miss in terms of the quality of food, but overall, it has been pleasant and I am happy to recommend Lola. There is patio seating, so it's...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Hmm... I've been to LOLA about 2 dozen times since it opened and have to agree with a lot of the folks here by saying it's "hit or miss." It's funny: they are known far and wide for their tableside...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Loved it! Always wanted to go here and was not disappointed. We had some great seafood -- scallops and sea bass. Really good. Their margarita was great too! We came late and didn't hang out on...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was taken to Lola as a thank you for working a trade show. It was rainy, but the patio was open and the heat was on- nice! It was still happy hour, so part of my group opted for the happy hour...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is cool enough. I came here to grab a drink with a colleague, so I can't speak to the food or the prices.The patio is awesome as it offers an incredible view of the Denver skyline....
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
More like 3.5 stars on this one. Still not my type of crowd. Like I said the first time, Monday is still the only night I will go... because they have chicken tacos! My boyfriend and I went and split...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You know, Lola's is like the designer jean that looks great on the rack, but just doesn't quite deliver when it comes to form/fit & function. The menu is impressive - the words used are descriptive...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
the patio rocks and had a great view of downtown until they started construction across the street.the guac is amazing and i'd reccomend that in a heartbeat. can't beat a good margarita there either....
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
LOLA was the best recommendation by my new found friends in Denver. Special thanks to the bartender at My Brother's Bar! This was the perfect spot for Sunday brunch. We didn't have a reservation, but...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Lola is a fun place for your weekend brunch.They have a FANTASTIC patio. It used to have a great view too, but development around the area has unfortunately changed that. The place is packed on...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I am very disappointed, over the years I would have given them 4 stars.... what happened?Ok, the food is generally good, creative and the brunch is fun. Great selection of tequilas too, generous...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm only giving Lola 2 stars because the Whole grilled Fish was absolutely delicious!!My husband and I were driving around and we saw this place. I had expressed that I wanted Mexican food for dinner....
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really don't like their dinner menu.Granted, I've only had dinner there once, but it just kinda sucked. No one liked their food, and we're people that generally like food. Just, you know, in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The service was adequate. The drinks were terrible. The food wasn't as good as I had been led to believe.
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe I'm a little bit biased because I live in LoHi, but Lola is my default when it comes to brunch, or Monday night. The grapefruit mimosas are amazing, and the menu is always changing to keep me...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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I have been to brunch a few times at Lola's and have always had a really good time. It is such a cool place and the view of Downtown is awesome. I think their brunch menu is really good and have nevery been...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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I have been to brunch a few times at Lola's and have always had a really good time. It is such a cool place and the view of Downtown is awesome. I think their brunch menu is really good and have nevery been...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Okay..this is my third time here and the service was slow, unfriendly and the server totally forgot about our guacamole. 30 minutes..nada, zilch, no appetizer. My first two dining experiences were...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Lola is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in Denver. I do love their patio, but have to say I miss the charm a bit of their original Pearl St. location. Love the Mojitos, Ceviche, Guacamole,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was really good. The service was terrible! While we waited (for two hours) the bartender was friendly and gave us complimentary chips and salsa...but service went downhill from there. Our...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went to dinner at Lola Friday night, and was really impressed. The place is hip, and has a really cool view of downtown Denver from the patio. My fiance and I started off with splitting a bowl of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You've heard all about the happy hours and margaritas, BUT... as usual, for me, it's all about diggin' the brunch.There's no other brunch scene in Denver quite like it... You would think a lot of the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome vibe, excellent food, and best margs I've had yet in Denver. I've only had the chicken enchiladas, but was very pleased (it's fancy Mexican, though). I really don't go to Lola for food: I go...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Holy hell! I have probably now tried the best margarita in Denver and it was here. Good house marg's are always a good sign that the food will be just as good...and it definitely was the case here. I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here 10 times give or take over 18 months and I just can't agree with the masses. The view is awesome and the patio is a very cool place to hang out with friends. They have a good happy...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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"Getto menu" straight from our waitress? We were told, first night of the new menu, well change it! You are not a truck stop (one of the appitizers advertises such). Service = Bad!
citysearch.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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I had one of the worse experiences at this restaurant. I had asked the server if a particular dish had a specific ingredient in it and he told me absolutely not. So I ordered it under the impression that my...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
based on brunch: sometimes great, sometimes good, sometimes average, always a wait. the king of the highlands brunch scene.
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
NEW BRUNCH MENU!I have been going to this place since it opened at this location. I have to say, it just keeps getting better with time.I went there last week for brunch...the service was great from...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the new years eve prix fixe was quite reasonably pricedthis gave me a reason to try this longtime Denver favduck confit starter okcorn soup and lobster bisque decentseared ahi tuna ok, but kinda limp;...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent silver margaritas. I've been trying to copy their margarita since. It's not sweet, yet it's good! The food is unique and fun, too. Their cerviche is one of the best and the curb side...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow...come here if you want a REAL margarita! Most bars/restaurants, even ones that claim to have great margaritas, mix way too much sweet & sour with the tequila, and end up giving me a "pucker...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoyed my dinner at Lola's the other night but have a few words of advice...Yes this place is worth checking out, the Q Coin Marg was quite good!I had the Chimmichurri (sp) Steak cooked med rare...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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the one big downside of Lola is the limited menu. it's trendy and I don't always see that as a plus, but the food is okay, I don't know if its worth 30 bucks a plate or not though.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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Belola is the BASEMENT venue of Lolas. Don't expect a private party to be private. The bathrooms for the entire establishment are in the basement. People come and go through the private space you rent (you...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Husband's holiday party was at BELOLA last night, they did a really good job. The drinks were as good as always, and the buffet was very good as well. We have been fans of LOLA since it was on south...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I had a great experience here. The food drinks and service are wonderful and the decor of the upper dinning area was interesting. However, I would not classify this as a 'Mexican'...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
4 stars? Really? Did everyone else who wrote a review of Lola actually eat there?! Took my girlfriend here randomly for some birthday drinks last night. Were we disappointed!The guacamole was "OK",...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best guac ever! I came here for Sunday brunch and I fell in love with this place. The mimosas were great, the food was fantastic, the service was amazing, and the guacamole was heaven on earth....
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well we drank margaritas and danced all nightUnder electric candlelightShe picked me up and sat me on her kneeAnd said dear boy wont you come home with meWell Im not the worlds most passionate guyBut...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wowzer. Now I see why this place has 65 reviews. From the guac made at the table to the dessert, I was duly impressed . . . and stuffed. It was hubby's b-day and he googled to find a new place,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I tried Lola for the first time tonight. I can't believe I've never been there. The atmosphere is festive and the food is great.I thought the chips and house salsa were very good even if the chips...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great for happy hour and they have yummy gaucamole and chips. I recall them have a great lunch menu as well, when I was here a few years ago. They have a really nice ladies room, always a plus when...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We've only been there for brunch and both times it was great!!! Service was a little slow, but the food was magnificent!!!
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic food and margaritas!!! I tried a little of everyone's plates at my table and we ordered the "made at your table" guacamole and the ceviche. Absolutely every bite was a big winner in my book!
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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I have been going to Lola since it was on Pearl St. Now that it has moved I still go out of my way to visit a couple times a month. The menu is always changing and I am rarely disapointed. As for the service,...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to Lola since its early days on Pearl and one thing I really appreciate about it is that they refuse to be arrogant or pretentious even though they're wildly popular among a crowd that...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Gains a star for the bathroom. If this were a bathroom review only, it'd be 5 stars.Clean, smells nice, paper towels abound. Smallish, but still nice.
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Mojitos are muy delicioso!I like the way they make guacamole at your table!Come on a Sunday so you can get their super yummy Paella for two! (It's not on the menu and TWICE I had it on a day other...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In many facets of life I'm conflicted, and one of those are weekend mornings. I'm a night owl by nature and spend the wee hours in the morning working on various creative and "start my own company"...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I thoroughly enjoyed the guacamole boy (is that PC?) He brought out a little cart to make fresh to-our-taste guac and was just adorable. Great food A� patio A� good drinks. And it's cute.
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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The main draw to this place is the bar scene. especially on summer evenings. its a great place to start with a few beers (tecate $2) or one of the many margaritas. (skip the house marg and pay the few xtra...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay monumental moment in my breakfast world: I have officially found my favorite eggs Benedict! First of all this is by far my favorite breakfast food. I literally try it at every restaurant I go to....
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I basically love the brunch here - a tad expensivo but the bloodies and fresh grits always settle my stomach after wrenching it the prior night at 3 dogs or Highlands lounge.. Typically the staff is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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Two stars for the friendly and fun staff and the bar crew...like 5280 says, this is a great place for drinks. But if you're thinking of actually eating here, thing again. The starters are OK, but the rest of...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3 1/2 stars... Not Lola's fault, I dislike Mexican food, I'm not a cilantro or tequila fan, and even with all that still really liked Lola's.Been there 3 times so far. 1 Sunday Brunch, a HH, and 1...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Well here is the deal on Lola it's a cool place with great looking women but it's very expensive and the table side Guac is nothing compared to what they make at (Las Brias on Arapahoe and Clinton)...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
multi visit review....sorry if it gets too long. (and this is only about the brunch)So this will be one of the few "no holds barred" five star ratings that I ever give! The only thing I could find...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lola does deliver a great meal...although be warned, it is pricey. The trick to get the best bang for your buck is to go during happy hour. I love the tableside guacamole, and they have a margarita...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is always ranging from Excellent to Good. The service from good to OK. I've done a couple of large groups at this fantastically creative nouveau Mexican restaurant and we've had a couple of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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I have been to Lola's several times. My friends all love to go there for happy hour. The patio and the guacamole is really the only thing that I could recommend. I think the food is expensive and very...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After my first visit to Lola, I can safely say that this place is an instant Denver favorite. The ambiance is warm and inviting, yet trendy. The patio looked like a great place to enjoy drinks with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, as you know, i'm kind of seeing Steuben's right now; but if the opportunity arises, I'll totally have an affair with Lola.I have been several times, for diner and brunch, and I'm a huge fan of the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely just love this place. The food is great and the atmosphere is perfect for a date or intimate happy hour. From time to time there is also live music. Another great part of the location...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Lola's a few times for Sunday brunch and I've not been disappointed by the food or service at all! I've learned to just order the special; the creativity and combination of tastes they...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
You know I used to go to Lola a lot. Strawberry Margs - Happy Hour Guac - Great bartenders etc. Now there are NO Strawberry Margs offered at all and for some reason the bartenders there have major...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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Fantastic Atmosphere & decorHappy attentive staffCreative menu with fantastic food and wine listThis place is at the top of my list....you've got to check it out!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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Fantastic Atmosphere & decor Happy attentive staff Creative menu with fantastic food and wine list This place is at the top of my list....you've got to check it out!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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Lola is the place for happy hour! The drink specials are fantastic (try the sangria) and you can get chips and guac for a great price. And the guacamole is fantastic. We've also gone to Lola for dinner and you...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
People, was it hot or what? Going out this past weekend was like shambling around in some cosmic sadist's toaster oven. Lola was our second stop on a six-bar Sunday crawl, and the cool basement...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Lola's is a great idea that has spun out of control. The place is so loud my wife and I were horse the next day just trying to talk. I had the "shell bowl" which was mussels, clams and crab. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ha! I love when people bitch about a place crawling with hipsters. Ha! Ha! You know what hipsters do? They poo-poo a place because it's hip. Anyway...I finally got to try this place out and I think...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best brunch in Denver, no competition. The drinks are amazing, the food is orgasmic, and the atmosphere is energizing- yet relaxing. I love love love Lola. If you're looking for traditional...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah bof. We went on a sunday night, and it is really noisy i wonder how it is on a saturday. I guess it does not matter for some people, but i always take that into consideration. As for the food...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars actually. We had brunch at lola as a party of 8 on a recent visit to denver. This is a cool space with lots of outdoor seating. Check out the restrooms Be-lola - super cool. Service here...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for weekend brunch and left with generally positive, yet not completely resolute feelings. For one, I just don't think that Lola is at its best for brunch. The patio outside was very...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't get it. I know plenty of people who LOVE this place. Totally not my thing. It always seems to be crowded with too-cool hipster types jostling and scrambling to see and be seen. Also - $11 for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good restaurant, will always do well. expensive for mexican food although it is in a casual fine dinning establishment. Great tequllia selection, also creative entrees.
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So, I've gone to Lola for happy hour before but it's typically a little too trendy and crowded for me for dinner on a weekend. But, I went there for weekend brunch with a hangover and it was amazing....
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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At brunch, our service was terrible!! We asked numerous times for silverware, cream, etc. When the food arrived, we did not get steak knives, napkins, many items that we needed with our meal. We asked several...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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At brunch, our service was terrible!! We asked numerous times for silverware, cream, etc. When the food arrived, we did not get steak knives, napkins, many items that we needed with our meal. We asked several...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On the west side of 25, driving around quiet streets with quaint buildings, and then *Pop* there's this beating thriving patio that doesn't appear to have any wiggle room in it to breathe. Just in...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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The service was great and the food was excellent. I got Salmon with a sort of olive saute beneath. My wife got albondigas, I think from lamb. The ceviche was good and the dessert was good too, although...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to work at Lola back when it was near the Sushi Den, and I know the amount of effort they put into creating wonderful food in the Mexican coastal tradition. This is not traditional mexican food...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have to be honest here. I went to Lola to enjoy some of the delectable drinks I'd heard so much about from a friend. It just so happens I was also pleasantly pleased by our food choices. I would say...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
There are only two things great about Lola: their drinks, and their patio in the summer. If you're coming here for the food, you're coming for the wrong reasons. Don't even bother unless you are...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A friend of mine gets regular gigs at Lola during the summer (Jazz). It is a great place to relax on a Sunday while putting down good tacos and mojitos. I have also been to Lola for dinner a few...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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I went to Lola's after a friend recommended it to me. I usually eat at Il Posto or Potoger so I figured a new place wouldn't hurt. Boy, was I wrong. I ordered the table side guacamole and although it looked...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Lola with some friends and had a great time. There was a wait for a table so we headed down to the musty bar (what can I say? There's a funky smell down there) for some pre-dinner cocktails....
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
[[ visit 2/2 ]]We went to Lola's last week for dessert and had a wonderful experience. We arrived at about 9 pm and the place was still fairly busy. At first the hostess told us that we'd have to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There is a new menu as of a week or so ago, and to me, one of the best features is the ability to order the small plates sampler (in 3 sizes, 3, 5, or 8 items) to graze your way through the menu.One...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food. The guacamole show is a treat. Always a fresh menu, and great margaritas.I have had to wait over an hour before for a seat.Amazing patio views.
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The server was friendly but the food was mediocre.We had the soup which we both liked, but it didnt make up for the entrees, which were overpriced.I had the fish Veracruz and it had tobe taken back...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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We dined there last night with friends who love to try new places. They had seen this one in 5280 and thought it sounded good. From reviews of others about the wait time, se decided to dine early. We called at...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/03/2008
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After reading many of the less than stellar reviews, I was pleasantly surprised. We expereinced great service. We ate dinner at the bar, the bartender was very knowledgable about both the tequila and the food....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good food and atmosphere. Monday is Chicken Taco Night, a good night to go to get your feet wet. Make sure you get a Patron to go with that.
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whether you are a resident of Denver or a tourist, you MUST make a stop and visit Lola! The food is unique and different. I love how they made the food work! I love their spicy food, guacamole and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Lola is a great place to enjoy nice expensive margaritas, if the soulless trendoid Highlands neighborhood posers don't annoy you too much. Dinner there is very pricey, and just not very good....
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lola has the best patio in Denver. And the spendy drinks reflect that fact. Elbows on the outside bar, looking into the restaurant or lounging at one of the tables, you can admire the view of downtown...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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While I like the type and style of Lolas, I am very upset with the overall service. We waited for over 3 and a half hours for a table, checked every 15 to 20 minutes with the hostesses and still left without...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you've got the cash, spend it here!The menu is simple and seasonal, which is the sign of a great chef.We always get the Caldo, a shellfish soup. It is memorable.Plus, if you're a fan of tequila...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sexy joint with a simple and tasty menu. I'd like to see some more beef, pork or chicken dishes but the seafood choices are yummy. Three thumbs up for the guacamole made to order at your table side....
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! What an amazing meal. I had the ... the ... I had the fish. I forgot what it's called but it begins with a "c." Ah, here it is: "pan roasted corvina with smoked tomato-chorizo enchiladas, and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I tend to keep visiting a place throughout the year...I'm one of these light-atmosphere-color-sensitive people who needs to be in a place where are these meld together. Whether it's on the patio...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hola, Lola....Have I been here yet? No, but you'd better watch out, cuz I'm on my way. You'll never be the same, every yelper will have to re-review ya after I'm done......oh yeah, fear me! I named my...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2007
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Creative, interesting menu. Lots of authentic Mexican ingredients used in a ways not experienced before (at least in the northeast). Dinner began with a roasted orange seafood appetizer, which was a whole...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There are four reasons to hit LoLa:1. Sunday afternoon happy hour-- cheap drinks, two dollar tacos, live music, best view in the city (until the lofts go up across the street)2. Fresh guac and killer...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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First off I must say that Lola's is a bit overrated. I was told that the Sangria was a must a not being a big fan I was surprised on the effervescense and taste of it. It was refreshing and very tasty.. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I liked the food at Lola better when they were at their location in Wash Park. What is still amazing is the tableside guacamole. YUMMO!!
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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we arrived with a reservation in the peak of dinner. we were immediately seated in a small table very close to the open kitchen. the restaurant was packed and the noise from the patrons and the kitchen were...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone loves Lola's, but I am not the biggest fan... What happens when Lola's new condo neighbor grows big and tall and then Lola loses her grand sweeping downtown view? What then huh Lola?Ok,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, this place has $3 mimosas....THREE DOLLARS folks!! Sure, they're not gigantic but they're about typical in size. You can catch a nice buzz for under $12 with a few of these babies! We came here...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2007
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I tried Lola because I had heard the buzz around town about it. I called ahead and we arrived early because I was warned of the potential wait time. The host staff was busy talking with eachother and patrons...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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I tried Lola because I had heard the buzz around town about it. I called ahead and we arrived early because I was warned of the potential wait time. The host staff was busy talking with eachother and patrons...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lola has the best atmosphere I have felt in a long time in Denver. Great energy, new fun upbeat crowd and the bartenders were fun and cool. Granted, it was my birthday and the entire bar area sang to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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My friend and I went to Lola on a beautiful spring day, as we were walking up we were delighted to see four available tables on the outside patio...we walk up to the hostess (who could not have been older than...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Can you go wrong with tableside guac and happy hour almost every night? They even have a special happy hour drink/food menu that has many options! I was full and buzzed by spending about 15 bucks....
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2007
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I may be in the minority about the delicousness of the food. The server we had took care of us when I told her my fish was not right. The cut of fish I had had some weird flesh-and the server agreed. it didnt...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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I may be in the minority about the delicousness of the food. The server we had took care of us when I told her my fish was not right. The cut of fish I had had some weird flesh-and the server agreed. it didnt...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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Apparently I'm in the vast majority but I had a bad experience at this restaurant. First, we watched our house margaritas be poured with Montezuma tequilla. Ultra-cheap and not what I expected from this kind...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There's an avalanche of activity heating up the Lower Highlands neighborhood, and Lola, the celebrated coastal Mexican dining den that charmed Washington Park urbanites in its prior location on South...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2007
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I don't get to Boulder much, although this was worth the trip. I hope they come to Littleton, or at least Denver. Ideal for a date.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2006
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Lola is a nice Mexican restaurant that has a huge tequila selection and nice drinks. The food has always been good at a reasonable price. The specials on drinks and tacos during the week are great if you live...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2006
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lola has the best monday happy hour. the $2 tacos are delicious, and very filling. they come with soft warm corn tortillas and a delicious mix of cabbage slaw. the casarita (strawberry) is delicious, and at $3...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2006
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I had the pleasure of trying several of thier dishes, all were very good! The only compliant is even with reservations we still had to wait almost 45 mintues for our table, but as it turns out it was worth the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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Or after a few of their margarita's, BOTH. This is a place where you can walk in off the street for some good homemade guac or plan a dinner with friends. I say "friends" because with so many good items on the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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I came to try out this place by taking advantage of their Monday night special - chicken tacos for $2 plus happy hour drink specials all evening. Love the inspired atmosphere and great service! The tacos...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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My friend and I saw this restaurant on Rachael Ray's Tasty Travels, and being that my husband loves Tequila, we had to try it out. The service was very friendly, but not overbearing. We ordered the guacamole,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best fusion/spanish/mexican food I have had in Denver. Great food, great atmosphere, great guac and amazing Coin Margs!
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2006
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Great outdoor Bar and Patio... Love the Sangria...great Guacamole...service A ...Great Happy Hour! Great for a date night.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great location great creative feel to the interior and an excellent view patio; a very lively vibe - so far anyway! If you like Tamayo / Zengo, you'll like this (one step more casual). Excellent for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, great atmosphere - people were nice sometimes. I live in the area and frequent the place for their Monday night taco's ($4 each) and weekend specials!! The guacamole is amazing - as well...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2006
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I live a block from this place and have been there a few times. It gets awfully crowded Fri, Sat so if you're a weekend diner, get ready to fight the crowds; very hip scene though. If you can, go Mondays for...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fun hip joint but it used to be a morgue.
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2006
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The Lola Huevos are the best I've ever had! The eggs benedict are incredible, as well. You can't go wrong with the $3 mimosas in just about any flavor you can think of. Enjoy the complimentary beignets while...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/24/2006
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the new location is amazing! from good looking staff to amazing food and continued intimate atmosphere. not quite the same as the old location, but the new digs are great! the view and patio are the best...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/23/2006
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The food here is wonderful if you are into fresh fish. Order from the menu that changes regularly for the best in-season flavors. The cocktails are a hit and miss. I've had great cocktails and a couple of...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/19/2006
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Waited an hour, which isn't bad for a Friday night. Waitstaff was just average, didn't go out of his way to reccommend something we would like. We finally settled on the Mushroom , Spinach, Lobster Enchilada....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/16/2006
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This restaurant on South Pearl Street in the Platt Park neighborhood in Denver could have better service. The very nice ambiance can only take you so far. You get small and very pricy portions of food...
judysbook.com - user review - 11/04/2005
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Loved the paella! Our table was in a corner and a little lop-sided but everything else was great.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/12/2005
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The food was great, don't believe the bad reviews. Some of the other reviews look "professionally," but I can tell you that my Halibut Enchiladas were fantastic. The beer was cold and their patio was relaxed....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/26/2005
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it was good but I didn't love it like some.....cute atmosphere...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/05/2005
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A great find! Lots of tastes combine for a wonderful dining experience. Lots of seafood options - nice to see in a place like this. Brush up on your tequila-tasting skills, they've got more than you can count!...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2005
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After weighing City Search pros and cons against glowing reviews in 5280, we went to Lola expecting to be pleasantly surprised. Instead, we had one of the worst meals ever in Denver. Everything was cold, WAY...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/13/2005
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my girlfriend and I went there about 2 months ago.....wow, really great food and great margaritas. we had the calamari for app and I had the pulled port enchiladas and my girlfriend had the salmon.....all was...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/15/2005
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Lola is now my favorite breakfast place as well as dinner. These guys know what they're doing! The food is amazing, the new patio is awesome, great energy and the bloody mary's rock. I had the lobster omelette...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/18/2004
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Don't waste your time on the negative reviews of LOLA. These people should stick with Casa Bonita or Taco Bell. It is the most enjoyable culinary experience in Denver and most likely Colorado. The dishes are...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2004
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Lola has it all. Ambience, great food, new menus each season and very friendly staff. The food is innovative and delicious. I have tried numerous items and never been disappointed. The guacamole is a must...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2004
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had dinner at lola this weekend, it couldn't have been better. Best service in denver hands down! Friendly, gracious and knowledgeable staff and the food...what can I say? Can't wait to go back. The guacamole...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/07/2003
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I love Lola! Excellent food (the salmon is amazing) & friendly, knowledgeable (sp?) staff. The tequila selection can be overwhelming, but the staff is more than happy to bring a few tasters and asks the right...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2003
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We were told the wait was an hour and a half, even after calling ahead. Once we were seated we were rushed like they didn't want us there at all. We were asked to place our order as the kitchen is extremely...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2003
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Another Query Winner!Chef Fader makes this costal Mexican seafood eatery an absolute must. With an informed staff, a well timed and well run kitchen, and a bar manager that knows every nuance of tequila.Chef...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/13/2003
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Another Query Winner! Chef Fader makes this costal Mexican seafood eatery an absolute must. With an informed staff, a well timed and well run kitchen, and a bar manager that knows every nuance of tequila. Chef...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/13/2003
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Lets be brief:1. Too loud, they need more sound absorbtion 1/2 the time I couldn't hear the person across the atble from me.2. Average food, there was nothing wrong with the food but for the price I won't go...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2003
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Lets be brief: 1. Too loud, they need more sound absorbtion 1/2 the time I couldn't hear the person across the atble from me. 2. Average food, there was nothing wrong with the food but for the price I won't go...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2003
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If I could rate Lola higher than a 10, I would in a heartbeat. The silk snapper is by far the best dish I've ever had! It just melts in your mouth, and that was my 2nd choice. I wanted the special ,which was...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/07/2003
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No reservations, but when you get there, the bar waiting area is very comfortable. Stylie, candles, nice small bar. The restaurant location and spot are a plus. The mexican fusion-something food is...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/18/2003
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We ate at LoLa for dinner tonight. The place was crowded but we called ahead and they put us on the waiting list and sat us immediately upon arrival. The tableside guacamole preperation is a treat. The entrees...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/14/2003
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The staff was extremely friendly (I had to wait at the bar because my friend was late) and the selection of cocktails was creative. Try one of their happy hour mini-martinis (Lolitas). I had the stew and it...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2003
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Yes, the wait is very long to get seated, but at one of the top mexican restaurants in Denver, what can you expect - once you get seated, they make it up to you in spades. The food is incredible! Forget your...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/23/2003
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Now I now why people have been talking about Lola. I was absolutely blown away by the drinks I had at the bar, and impressed by the tequila selection. Food was outstanding. Really impressed. It's obvious the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/13/2003
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Food average. Service ok. So cold inside you needed a coat for dinner.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2002
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Yes LoLa is a hot spot - a hot, tiny, crowded spot. The wait time was over two hours long, fine, good drinks had by all. We were then seated 2 feet away from where we had been standing in the bar for hours. At...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2002
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We called on a tuesday night for saturday reservations and were told to call when we were on our way and a table would be ready for our party of 7. When we called on Saturday they denied saying that and told...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2002
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Yes LoLa is a hot spot - a hot, tiny, crowded spot. The wait time was over two hours long, fine, good drinks had by all. We were then seated 2 feet away from where we had been standing in the bar for hours. At...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2002
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The food was awesome. The service was terrible! While we waited (for two hours) the bartender was friendly and gave us complimentary chips and salsa...but service went downhill from there. Our waiter took 25...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/22/2002
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My husband and I had the pleasure of dining at LoLa on Saturday night and what a treat! I was taken back to the best restaurants of Santa Fe! The food is phenomenal not to be outdone by the service. This is a...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/15/2002
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Our waiter was awesome, when asked for suggestions he narrowed it down to what your likes are and then he made recommendations, not just what he liked. He made sure we were well taken care of.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/11/2002
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Moving from south Denver to the hip Highlands neighborhood in 2006 quadrupled this popular eatery's floor space, and it still fills to the rafters. It's easy to see why: Lola has oodles of pizzazz, in terms of...
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Welcome to LOLA, a unique and inviting dining experience that will make you feel like you're on vacation. LOLA's indoor/outdoor bar overlooking the city is home to over 125 different tequilas and cocktails...
opentable.com - user review
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coastal mexican food with an emphasis on seafood...
5280.com - user review
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tableside guacamole, more than 90 tequilas, superior margaritas and a clever, glass-lined bar area are just a few of the reasons the lovely lola has become a locals hangout. the food is modern mexican, with...
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my family and i eat here every monday for 2 dollar tacos and one dollar beer. we have enjoyed lots of the menu items and they are very friendly to our 4 yr. old daughter. very fun and excellent food...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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coastal mexican flavors are the rave...
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