If you choose your location wisely, it’s a really good deal: $52.80 for a generally fixed menu for two, or $26.40 for one. Visit the site for more info, or to pick from a list of fantastic restaurants.

I’ve hit up Capital Grille and Bistro Vendome prior years and it’s been well worth it! This year I’ll be going to Ruth’s Chris and hopefully a couple others!

Update: Ruth’s Chris was great for the $$ (steak oscar is a good choice)! Tonight I’ll hit up Elways for a late dinner (all we could get a reso for), and tomorrow is Baur’s which has gotten great reviews.

Many places have extended 52.80 for a week. Check the ones on the site with an “E” next to them.

Do you Tweet? Check out Denver Restaurant Week @DenverRestoWeek or twitter.com/denverrestoweek.  They’re also giving away free DRW meals if you tweet about your Resto Week Plans!

We’ll be posting our Top 3s during the next week or so and are kicking it off with places to grab a quick bite. Enjoy!

Top 3 Quick Bites

1. Jamaica Juice – Okay, so it’s in Writers Square next to American Apparel. The name is completely deceiving — they do have fresh smoothies but they have the most de-li-cious sandwiches toasted or not aaaaaand salads … I don’t even like salads, but they have great dressings … go try it!

2. Whole Foods – I love Whole Foods. I can’t help it — so many choices.

3. The House of Commons – Kay showed me this one. I am a fan. The lady is adorable with her English accent and they have real clotted cream and lemon curd for their scones. But the sandwiches are fresh and light and are a perfect stop-and-go lunch.

- HB

1. Illegal Pete’s – Tasty burritos nearly as big as your head — what’s to explain?

2. Handlebar Grill – The menu offers a variety of tasty sandwiches and burgers

3. Cook’s Fresh Market – While some of the things in this store are fairly overpriced, the folks at Cook’s will throw together a sandwich with fresh, tasty ingredients.

- C

1. Noodles and Company – It’s a reliable quick bite. You always know what you are going to get, and it’s always fast.

2. Illegal Pete’s – A local place that’s more delicious than Chipolte. It also has a pretty unique atmosphere.

3. Amy’s frozen entrees – While not technically a restaurant, what’s a girl to do when short on time and hungry for something delish? Some of my favorites are the Mexican bowls and cheese enchiladas.

- K

Ballpark Market – 2nd Saturday April – October (next is May 10th) @ Larimer St. between 21st and 22nd Streets. Not a “farmers” market but a fun market all the same! Featuring home goods, flea market style – dubbed as an open air European market.

Metro Denver Markets – weekend markets starts May 3rd. Check site for locations including Aspen Grove in Highlands Ranch and a Wheat Ridge location

Old Pearl Street Market – opens June 8th; Between Louisiana St. and Iowa St.

Cherry Creek Market – begins May 3rd @ Cherry Creek Mall – Bed, Bath & Beyond lot.

Stapleton Market – starts June 15th on Sundays @ Founder’s Green

City Park Market – starts June 1st on Sundays @ Sullivan Fountain at Colfax & City Park Esplanade

Denver Civic Centers Farmers Market – starts June 14th @ intersection of Bannock and 14th in the heart of Denver Civic Center Park

Lone Tree Market – starts May 13th @ intersection of Yosemite and Maximus

Parker Market – starts May 14th @ historic downtown Parker 1 1/2 blocks east of Parker Road on Main Street in the parking lot of the Mainstreet Center