Every glowing review written about 112 Eatery is well-deserved.

The atmosphere is warm, inviting, friendly, cozy... partly due to the charm of the historic building (exposed brick, tin ceiling tiles) but mostly due to the staff who takes such great care of you, you hardly notice they're there. It's the perfect place for catching up with good friends, making a great impression on clients or a quiet romantic date.

We went in without a reservation around 9 PM and were seated within ten to fifteen minutes. The hostess let us know that the only open table was reserved but two would be opening up as they were paying their bills. While we were standing near the front door waiting, (every seat in the place was full, including at the bar) one of the waitresses brought us a wine menu to look over and then a few minutes later, took our wine order.

The menu is quite unique and allows for great flexibility. With a nice variety of salads, appetizers/small plates, side dishes and entrées, you can mix things up however you like. We elected to go with one small plate, one side and an entrée.

The scallops were done just right and the oyster mushrooms made for a perfect accompaniment. The pan-fried gnocchi with parmesan reggiano were light and tasty. The nori encrusted sirloin with ponzu sauce at medium-rare was juicy, tender and practically melted in your mouth. It was served with a bit of wasabi on the side that helped spice things up a little, but was really not needed.

I can't wait to go back and try more of their interesting and inspiring menu. Next time though, I'll be sure to make a reservation if it's during normal dinner hours. They're needed and for good reason. The place stays full because people love to eat here.

They chose the place as they had been before on at least a couple of occasions from what I could gather from our conversation. The first thing they said about it was that the view is incredible. I couldn't agree more. If you go, ask for a table by the window or at least near to it. (We sat right by the window.)

The dinner started off very well with a tuna sashimi in a sesame seed coated cone. It was the best thing I ate all night. Too bad it was so small. For appetizers we had the short ribs, pot stickers and a roasted beet salad. These were all good, but not exceptional. For dinner we had the duck and black cod. Neither of which did much for me. I will admit that I'm not a fan of duck really, so this wasn't a surprise. This was better than most duck I've had. The black cod left a bit to be desired though. I've enjoyed black cod before on several occasions.

All in all, I've had much better meals in this price range and even better at just below it. But it could be the main course items we had, as neither one is at the top of the list for things I would order my first time there if it were up to me. (The couple we went with ordered for the table.) I'll give it another shot at some point, but I don't expect it to go any higher than 3 stars for me. If anything, it could drop a star.

The place was full of friendly people and lively conversation. There were plenty of standard breakfast items plus a good assortment of unique items that I can't wait to try in the future. I had the huevos rancheros per the recommendation of my friend and was pleasantly surprised as this is an item I am usually just so-so on. These were quite delicious. Next time I think I'll try the Bison Benedict.

The decor is well suited for the name. The owner is a big fan of Ralph Steadman and has a good amount of his artwork up around the restaurant. The wait staff dresses in fun pajamas and isn't afraid to give you a hard time if you're being indecisive. I quite liked this, but if you're looking for a more serious, traditional brunch place look elsewhere.

Even breakfast on days when I got around too late to make it at home.

I've not had one single thing there yet that I haven't enjoyed, and I've tried quite a few things. I highly recommend the BLT if you like them. This is one of the best I've had. They strive to use local ingredients when ever possible and each week the menu features a few new items along with some standards.

The staff and owner are all very friendly and make a point to learn the names of their regular customers. All around, very good stuff.

Started the evening with the spring rolls and for dinner, had the Gaeng Daeng (Red Curry) with shrimp, at "Hot"/4 peppers (out of 5, dubbed "Thai Hot"). I don't normally get curry dishes but was pleasantly surprised by this one. Next time though, I'll give the 5-peppers/Thai Hot a go as four/Hot wasn't all that much heat, at least compared to the Thai places I would visit regularly in Denver.

This is certainly a place I'll come to again and again for really good (can't quite call it great) Thai food.