Indulge in Denver Colorado

Indulge

Address: 4140 W. 38th Avenue

Cross Streets: 39th Ave. and Raleigh

Phone: 303-433-7400

Price: $$

Reservations: Yes

Hours: D: Tues-Sat

A real gem is located in this unpretentious space on the corner of 38th Avenue and Raleigh. The one room space is simple with a focal bar, exposed brick and stone, nice curtains, comfortable seating--a totally simple spot that does not say Wow!!! But it all changes from here. William Wahl and his wife Stephanie bring knockout French bistro food to Denver with service and wine to match. Both are from France and have created a perfect spot to "indulge". Start with vichyssoise, tiger shrimp and avocado cocktail, steak tartare or escargot "Napoleon". Sautéed scallops Provencal and a perfect blue crab, avocado and mango salad with Remoulade sauce are fantastic in flavors and taste. Entrees of steamed mussels with pomme frites, crispy salmon and an amazing pan roasted striped bass with beluga lentil, tomato-lemon grass broth bring sighs of delight to fish lovers. Coq Au Vin with the best noodles au gratin and Peking duck with the best haricot verts and maple-old grains mustard sauce are awesome. Black Angus steak, frites and tenderloin with Béarnaise and grilled asparagus please all. The simplicity of the room is a background for marvelous picture perfect presentation of the food that offers so many complementary combinations of texture, spicing and perfection in quality. End with decadent desserts of crème brulee, molten chocolate cake and apple tart. The very French wine list amazes, and service is beyond excellent. Everyone here is knowledgeable, friendly and caring. Add affordable prices and you have Indulge. Truly a find, Indulge proves that Denver does have food and chefs that match the top in the country.