El-Chapultepec   

El Chap doesn't serve fancy food, just tasty, basic Mexican. There is no elegant decor or dress code, although you are expected to behave yourself. And this isn't a dance hall. In fact, there are signs strictly forbidding dancing of any sort. But, most of all, El Chap is definitely something you should NOT miss. Back in the day -- "the day" being when LoDo was considered skid row -- the stage was graced with big name stars. And the stage continues to be lit up by more talent than you would expect. Owner and music aficionado Jerry Krantz knows jazz and certainly knows how to pack 'em in. If you're going to hang out all night, make sure you bring some dough -- there is a one-drink minimum per set. Still, it's a bargain at twice the price. And if you're digging the scene, but jazz just ain't your thing, you can rack 'em up in the pool room. -- Amy Lewis