Solid little spot. Great upgrade from Chipotle or Illegal Pete's. Super fresh produce with a little flair. LOVE the thick tortilla strips on the bowls. The wood/Colorado theme to the decor was a nice touch!BOWL OF THE MONTH: THE HINMANCreated with Crossfit + Endurance Athlete Eric Hinman, enjoy Grilled Chicken on a street corn-inspired black bean and corn salsa bed with brown butter rice, avocado, house made Fresno chiles, crispy tajin tortillas, cilantro, and Aji Verde.
Mark Harris
Cool spot with some great bowls I got the Hot chicken, which was great. Nice and spicy. Next time I would get the classic, which my wife ordered. Man, the flavors going in in that bowl are wonderful! As one that struggles to eat veggies, I had no problem with these. Chicken was great, probably better than the hot chicken, which had a spicy crispy texture. Cost is $15-17, but the bowls could easily be shared.Atmosphere was clean and new.
Jason Jones
I had the best lunch here! The atmosphere was clean and welcoming and they get style points for the awesome album artwork on display. I had the Hot Chicken signature bowl and was blown away. This is their take on Nashville hot chicken and it did not disappoint with the Hot Mop sauce and brown butter rice. Throw in some fresh slaw, pickles and pickled peppers and you have a fresh take on a classic southern dish. The staff were polite and professional. I will definitely go back and recommend that you give them a try if you haven’t. 5 ⭐️ s!
Mary D.
Great Gluten free everything including bowls and chocolate chip cookies . Fresh, delicious menu
Lindsay A.
Used to be my fav pick up spot 2-3x a week. Changed menu and now you have nothing vegan and the chicken sandwich is gone. I'll come back when the menu gets better. Otherwise I'm out.
Maribel P.
Sorry, I wanted to like this place but just couldn't. Only dark meat option sounds insane to me. The bowl just didn't work for me either. I got the curry bowl and the rice basically absorbed the curry sauce and well that's not what you want. Turned into a dry bowl. Dumped in trash. Ugh! I should have followed my gut and left!
Jim L.
Love. Love. The Rotary. Creative, wonderful tasty pro level menu and food. Great staff, patient with us when we hang out and work, fantastic GF options. Cant recommend enough
Alberto Santos
I used to really like eating here! Not anymore. It seems they’ve made several changes to the menu options and decreased food portions. No more pork or potatoes, and no more side options for entrees. You get what you get, and I got overcooked mushy jasmine rice ?. I feel it lacks the same quality. They’ve also decided to serve food in single-use bowls instead of the plates which seems odd. I’m not sure what the reasons were for the changes, but they feel like a huge downgrade. ??\\u200d♂️
Tristan H.
The original menu was great and we used to come here for lunch all the time, but things changed recently, and now the only things you can order are these bowls with all of the ingredients mixed together in a big mess. The food and experience was much better when you could order sandwiches or your desired protein as a plate with sides. I also really can't get behind the idea of throwing away a single-use paper bowl in favor of just using a regular reusable plate. Maybe I'd understand if this was more of a budget eatery, but with their prices remaining where they're at, it seems like either an unnecessary cost-cutting measure, or just a realignment of what they're going for that isn't in a good direction. Good luck either way, but I don't think I'll be coming back again anytime soon.
Ian R.
This place was great not too long ago. Unfortunately they've drastically reduced their menu and portion sizes.
So bummed. The Rotary was my go-to spot. I ordered from here 2-3 times per week. They had been closed for weeks for renovations and I had been craving my usual order, so when I saw that they had finally reopened today, I was stoked. Unfortunately, when I arrived, they had changed their entire menu and my favorite half chicken half pork was gone as well as their amazing brown butter smashed potatoes. Sadly, this may be the last time I order from The Rotary. Here's hoping this review gets noticed and they bring back some of their old menu.
lwheeler17
I tried 2 dishes at Meta and they were both awesome. I wanted to sit on the rooftop Patio but it was already packed when I got there. I sat at a table upstairs while I ate then went and sat at the bar downstairs. Nice view of the city from upstairs. The patio seating looked comfortable. My drink was good, as well.
Ryan DeMont
I mean, so good. After hitting the botanic gardens (also 5 stars) we needed some good food. With gluten free options that suited my girlfriend’s tastes, and the high rating on google, we gave this place a whirl. Boom!! So not disappointed. The pork shoulder sandwich is the best I’ve ever had, and my girlfriend LOVED her chicken bowl with whatever flavored sauce she chose. The girl at the counter was very nice and they even have a water machine that gives you the choice of cold or room temp. Truly, madly, deeply, so good.
Aaron Sibs
+ Service+ Health-Consciousness+ Location+ Space+ Restroom- PriceyOne thing I'll get straight out the way is that although it's pricey, there are people who value the organic nutrients at this price. I personally think $14 for 7 small wings is not valued properly.Other than that, you'll notice the great area; located ~10 mins from Cherry Creek North. Plenty of free street parking around. The restrooms are decorated with tasteful photos and is kept very clean. The lady that served us was very kind and even took the time to crack jokes when our orders came out. Great people, great business.Parking: Plenty of FREE Street ParkingDietary restrictions: Gluten-free options available; health-conscious menu.
Lauren B.
Delicious selection for lunch and dinner. I got the rotisserie chicken bowl which was fantastic. There's not a ton around the Crestmoor area, and Rotary has blown us out of the water! Fresh ingredients are a must, and these guys have it down! Pro-tip- order online and pick up if you're getting to go. Depending on traffic it takes about 20 minutes to cook since everything is hand crafted!
Solid little spot. Great upgrade from Chipotle or Illegal Pete's. Super fresh produce with a little flair. LOVE the thick tortilla strips on the bowls. The wood/Colorado theme to the decor was a nice touch!BOWL OF THE MONTH: THE HINMANCreated with Crossfit + Endurance Athlete Eric Hinman, enjoy Grilled Chicken on a street corn-inspired black bean and corn salsa bed with brown butter rice, avocado, house made Fresno chiles, crispy tajin tortillas, cilantro, and Aji Verde.
Cool spot with some great bowls I got the Hot chicken, which was great. Nice and spicy. Next time I would get the classic, which my wife ordered. Man, the flavors going in in that bowl are wonderful! As one that struggles to eat veggies, I had no problem with these. Chicken was great, probably better than the hot chicken, which had a spicy crispy texture. Cost is $15-17, but the bowls could easily be shared.Atmosphere was clean and new.
I had the best lunch here! The atmosphere was clean and welcoming and they get style points for the awesome album artwork on display. I had the Hot Chicken signature bowl and was blown away. This is their take on Nashville hot chicken and it did not disappoint with the Hot Mop sauce and brown butter rice. Throw in some fresh slaw, pickles and pickled peppers and you have a fresh take on a classic southern dish. The staff were polite and professional. I will definitely go back and recommend that you give them a try if you haven’t. 5 ⭐️ s!
Great Gluten free everything including bowls and chocolate chip cookies . Fresh, delicious menu
Used to be my fav pick up spot 2-3x a week. Changed menu and now you have nothing vegan and the chicken sandwich is gone. I'll come back when the menu gets better. Otherwise I'm out.
Sorry, I wanted to like this place but just couldn't. Only dark meat option sounds insane to me. The bowl just didn't work for me either. I got the curry bowl and the rice basically absorbed the curry sauce and well that's not what you want. Turned into a dry bowl. Dumped in trash. Ugh! I should have followed my gut and left!
Love. Love. The Rotary. Creative, wonderful tasty pro level menu and food. Great staff, patient with us when we hang out and work, fantastic GF options. Cant recommend enough
I used to really like eating here! Not anymore. It seems they’ve made several changes to the menu options and decreased food portions. No more pork or potatoes, and no more side options for entrees. You get what you get, and I got overcooked mushy jasmine rice ?. I feel it lacks the same quality. They’ve also decided to serve food in single-use bowls instead of the plates which seems odd. I’m not sure what the reasons were for the changes, but they feel like a huge downgrade. ??\\u200d♂️
The original menu was great and we used to come here for lunch all the time, but things changed recently, and now the only things you can order are these bowls with all of the ingredients mixed together in a big mess. The food and experience was much better when you could order sandwiches or your desired protein as a plate with sides. I also really can't get behind the idea of throwing away a single-use paper bowl in favor of just using a regular reusable plate. Maybe I'd understand if this was more of a budget eatery, but with their prices remaining where they're at, it seems like either an unnecessary cost-cutting measure, or just a realignment of what they're going for that isn't in a good direction. Good luck either way, but I don't think I'll be coming back again anytime soon.
This place was great not too long ago. Unfortunately they've drastically reduced their menu and portion sizes.
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So bummed. The Rotary was my go-to spot. I ordered from here 2-3 times per week. They had been closed for weeks for renovations and I had been craving my usual order, so when I saw that they had finally reopened today, I was stoked. Unfortunately, when I arrived, they had changed their entire menu and my favorite half chicken half pork was gone as well as their amazing brown butter smashed potatoes. Sadly, this may be the last time I order from The Rotary. Here's hoping this review gets noticed and they bring back some of their old menu.
I tried 2 dishes at Meta and they were both awesome. I wanted to sit on the rooftop Patio but it was already packed when I got there. I sat at a table upstairs while I ate then went and sat at the bar downstairs. Nice view of the city from upstairs. The patio seating looked comfortable. My drink was good, as well.
I mean, so good. After hitting the botanic gardens (also 5 stars) we needed some good food. With gluten free options that suited my girlfriend’s tastes, and the high rating on google, we gave this place a whirl. Boom!! So not disappointed. The pork shoulder sandwich is the best I’ve ever had, and my girlfriend LOVED her chicken bowl with whatever flavored sauce she chose. The girl at the counter was very nice and they even have a water machine that gives you the choice of cold or room temp. Truly, madly, deeply, so good.
+ Service+ Health-Consciousness+ Location+ Space+ Restroom- PriceyOne thing I'll get straight out the way is that although it's pricey, there are people who value the organic nutrients at this price. I personally think $14 for 7 small wings is not valued properly.Other than that, you'll notice the great area; located ~10 mins from Cherry Creek North. Plenty of free street parking around. The restrooms are decorated with tasteful photos and is kept very clean. The lady that served us was very kind and even took the time to crack jokes when our orders came out. Great people, great business.Parking: Plenty of FREE Street ParkingDietary restrictions: Gluten-free options available; health-conscious menu.
Delicious selection for lunch and dinner. I got the rotisserie chicken bowl which was fantastic. There's not a ton around the Crestmoor area, and Rotary has blown us out of the water! Fresh ingredients are a must, and these guys have it down! Pro-tip- order online and pick up if you're getting to go. Depending on traffic it takes about 20 minutes to cook since everything is hand crafted!