SOUTH PEARL. DENVER'S LITTLE SECRET.

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These 3 blocks apparently lost in the south of Denver metro area are a gem. South Pearl is an old mom and pop business area that for over a century has revitalized itself every decade. Having, in my opinion, its best era yet to come.

The area is vibrant and full of hipsters who walk their dogs everyday. Don’t think this neighborhood is fun only on weekends; weekdays are always packed with students in the cafes, moms jogging with the strollers, and doggies tied up to light poles waiting for their beloved owner to have a quick bite in one of the multiple restaurants.

But,  I think my favorite part of this charming little bungalow community is their multiple petite boutiques and consigment stores where you can find cute outfits for every budget. Or... maybe it’s the, full of character coffee shops, specially the new Steam Espresso Bar, or rather the restaurants with their trendy designs that make your experience totally Soho like or patios that make you feel like dining in your mom’s house. I think I finally  made up my mind, it is definitely all the other staff this vibrant South Pearl has to offer and I haven’t enjoy yet being new in town. Like their Music festival that goes from June to August, the Sundays Farmers Market with special events, almost, every month till November, the sidewalk sales where you can find from clothing to vintage furniture and everything in between and the First Friday of the month Art walk.

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Give this neighborhood a shot and I think you will be pleasantly surprised.

How to get there:

Light Rail E, F, H to Louisiana- Pearl.

Shopping Ideas

Clothing:

GRACIE'S

1511 South Pearl Street

COMMON THREADS

1575 South Pearl Street

Furniture:

RETRO HOUSE LOVE

1855 South Pearl Street

Dining Ideas:

SUSHI DEN

1487 South Pearl Street

THE VILLAGE CORK

1300 South Pearl Street

Extra goodies:

ANCIENT HEALING AND WELLNESS

1705 South Pearl Street, Suite 6

PEACE OF MIND MASSAGE, INC.

1249 South Pearl Street

MUDRA YOGA

1550 South Pearl Street, Suite 202

For more ideas, a complete list of vendors and activities go to South Pearl St.

By Loren Escandon.