Why are so many Denver restaurants going belly up or moving out of the city?

By Claire Lavezzorio | Denver 7 News

Many Denver restaurants are going belly up or moving to the suburbs.

According to Denver’s Department of Excise and Licenses (EXL), records show a drop of about 24% in overall food licenses associated with restaurants since 2023. To better understand the trends, Denver7 is taking a 360 look at the struggling industry and what owners are doing to stay afloat.

It’s the lunch rush at Blue Agave Grill, and Brenda Lucio is in her happy place.

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