Crown Burgers • 1987

On a bustling stretch of South Colorado Boulevard, this Greek-American diner has been flipping pastrami-topped Royal burgers since George Brokalakis opened the doors in 1987. The kitschy counter-service spot serves five-egg omelets, breakfast burritos smothered in green chile from the Holly Inn, fat gyros piled with feta, and baklava for dessert—a testament to the Brokalakis family's Crete heritage and their adopted Denver home. The star remains that messy, indulgent Royal burger: a juicy patty stacked with hot pastrami, melted American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and house dressing that keeps generations coming back.