“Often referred to as the “Harlem of the West,” Five Points in its heyday hosted the likes of Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald and was fondly remembered by Jack Kerouac. Nowadays, this enclave’s northwest border has been rebranded as trendy RiNo. But farther inside the old district, Five Points retains much of its character … [Read more…]
“Josh Pollack, best known for making bagel magic at Rosenberg’s Bagels & Delicatessen, is on a mission to introduce more of his New Jersey and New York City favorites to Denver. In April, he launched Famous Original J’s Pizza at 715 East 26th Avenue in Five Points, just two doors down from Rosenberg’s. The … [Read more…]
“Famous Original J’s, the New York-style pizzeria located on the patio of the 715 Club, finally opens for pie-slinging six nights a week, beginning next week, after months of permitting challenges. The restaurant plans to serve slices from two windows: one on the patio of the bar where diners can sit at picnic tables, … [Read more…]
“Rosenberg’s Bagels is getting a sister concept — a pizzeria, naturally, where that replicated New York water will be put to good use. That pizza joint will be called Famous Original Ray’s Pizza. Depending on your background, this might not be as delightful to you as it is to some. Here’s the deal: If … [Read more…]