Congress Park, Denver: Things to Do & Map

Historic homes and tree-lined streets, with easy access to parks, restaurants, and shops. Key attractions include the Denver Zoo, the Botanic Gardens, and popular dining options like Blue Pan Pizza and Sweet Cooie's ice cream parlor on 12th Avenue.

Tattered Cover Book Store & Café ColfaxBookstore
Twist & Shout RecordsRecord Store
Lost Lake LoungeLounge

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By TripSapien · Updated September 29, 2026

Top things to do in Congress Park

Tattered Cover Book Store & Café Colfax
★ 4.7 · 3.5k
Bookstore
Part of a local chain, this longstanding indie bookstore has new & used books, plus a newsstand.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 8 PM
Sat
9 AM – 8 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Twist & Shout Records
★ 4.7 · 2.3k
Record Store
Old-school shop for buying & selling new & used vinyl, CDs, DVDs & more, with occasional live music.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Congress Park Market
★ 4.4 · 207
Market
Quirky general store & post office selling groceries, sandwiches & basic home products.
Mon
9 AM – 8 PM
Tue–Fri
Closed
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Where to eat & drink in Congress Park

Lost Lake Lounge
★ 4.5 · 824
Lounge· $10–30
This dark dive bar with throwback decor offers basic drinks & a stage for local & indie bands.
Mon–Wed
Closed
Thu
5 PM – 12 AM
Fri
5 PM – 1 AM
Sat
5 PM – 1 AM
Sun
3 PM – 12 AM
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India Express Denver
★ 4.9 · 6.9k
Indian
Indian restaurant with a wide range of gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options. Dishes include butter chicken, tikka masala, biryani, and several vegetarian choices. Spice levels range from mild to hot. Featured on Visit Denver…
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Sienna Wine Bar & Small Plates
★ 4.6 · 329
Wine Bar· $20–30
Cozy, relaxed place offering an ample wine list & Mediterranean-inspired small plates & desserts.
Mon–Thu
3 PM – 10 PM
Fri
3 PM – 11 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
3 PM – 10 PM
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Chef Zorba's
★ 4.5 · 1.7k
Greek· $10–20
Everything from huevos & gyros to burgers & moussaka in a relaxed all-day hangout with bar & patio.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 8 PM
Sat
7 AM – 2 PM
Sun
7 AM – 8 PM
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Japon
★ 4.7 · 375
Japanese· $20–30 per person
Mon–Thu
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Fri
11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
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Samir restaurant & bakery
★ 4.7 · 322
Mediterranean· $10–20
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