Ash’Kara

Ash'Kara is a Mediterranean restaurant at 2005 W 33rd Ave in Denver's LoHi neighborhood, with a menu that draws on North African and Middle Eastern cooking. The kitchen is built around a wood-fired oven, which bakes pita to order and adds a light smokiness to vegetables, proteins and breads. The restaurant says it works with Colorado produce and changes its menu with the seasons.

The menu leans toward shareable plates, including mezze such as hummus, babaganoush and falafel, along with tagines, shawarma bowls, kebabs and sandwiches. Vegetarian and gluten-free dishes are marked on the menu, and the team asks guests to mention any allergies. Reservations and online ordering are available, and the restaurant also hosts group dining and private events.