“A special-occasion restaurant to many, this 65-year-old, family-owned classic lies a short but scenic drive up Flagstaff Mountain. It’s built atop an award-winning wine cellar, and every seat in the dining room and patio boasts spectacular views of the Rockies. New head chef Chris Royster — a former Chopped champion — puts out truffle-topped tasting menus. But an appetizer and glass of wine at the sunken bar or outside around sunset are equally worthwhile.”