Milk & Honey lands on Larimer Square

No wonder Milk & Honey chef/owner Michael Shiell had the luxury of touching each table as eager diners filed into cozy two-tops Thursday at the newest Larimer Square venue.

Shiell, a brilliant chef in his own right who brought Denver diners Michael’s of Cherry Creek a few years back, could confidently schmooze with customers knowing that chef de cuisine Lance Barto had Shiell’s back. Barto is a seasoned chef having opened Central Bistro and, more recently, Brazen.

The subterranean spot in the old Lime space – a year in the making due to myriad construction delays – has emerged as a hip gathering spot for diners and drinkers. The menu brings a level of sophistication to Larimer Square that has room to elbow its way into the Square’s impressive restaurant lineup.

Not to miss: the foie gras balls rolled in cashew brittle. Also worth noting: the Asian-style black bass and the heavenly halibut.

For reservations, call 303-997-7590.

Foie gras balls rolled in crushed cashew brittle at Milk & Honey. Below, Halibut at Milk & Honey. (Penny Parker photos)