Dear On Havana Street and community partners, Our special district is NO LONGER in District 1 – Aurora Police Department. The BID and OHS stakeholders are now in Districts 2 and 3. Please review the updated APD PAR website page and details below. Police Area Representatives (PAR) Find your APD PAR – https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/1308085cee5543de8028fb57e2e319d2 The department’s PAR
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Hot take: The next generation of small business owners won’t start a business — they’ll buy one. More and more people are choosing Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA). Why start from scratch when you can step into a profitable business on day one? This isn’t just a trend. It’s a major shift in how people become
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Winter might have taken it easy this year, but your car still deserves to roll into spring looking fresh at @superior_auto_detail_2017 On Havana Street. 🚗✨ Superior Auto Detail is a family owned and operated auto detail garage offering high quality Interior and Exterior Detailing services plus more like Ceramic Coating, Window Tinting, Paintless Dent Repair, and even
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APD Contact & Resources APD Leadership Link: https://www.auroragov.org/residents/public_safety/police/executive_leadership_team APD District 1: https://www.auroragov.org/residents/public_safety/police/district_1, District 1 Address: 13347 E. Montview Blvd, Aurora, CO 80045 APD District 2: https://www.auroragov.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=16242704&pageId=16580359, District 2 Address: 6 Abilene St., Aurora, CO 80011 APD District 3: https://www.auroragov.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=16242704&pageId=16580457, District 3 Address: 23911 E. Arapahoe Road, Aurora, CO 80016, The District 3 station is located inside of
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2026 Events On Havana Street Highlights 2026 Signature Events On Havana Street: Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 4 pm-6 pm, FREE, 2026 Happy New Year Networking On Havana Street at bb.q Chicken Village on the Park (Aurora) Save the Date – Sunday, February 15, 2026, 12-6 pm, FREE, 2026 Lunar New Year On Havana Street – Year of
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Have you been to this fabulous European Grocery and Deli On Havana Street? Solomon’s Grocery and European Deli specializes in imported Russian and Eastern European foods, meats, and cheeses – perfect to stock your pantry or any family gathering! This little gem stocks many of the Old Country favorites like red caviar, fresh-baked rye
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Meet Hannah Cho, Owner of one of Aurora’s most iconic Korean BBQ destinations: Shin Myung Gwan Korean BBQ Restaurant On Havana Street!🔥 Celebrating over 30 years of serving the community, this long‑standing favorite has become a true culinary landmark. They’re known for their authentic, home‑style Korean cuisine, offering classics like marinated beef short
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Start your week the right way at Coffee Story by Barakah Brews On Havana Street! 🥳 Whether you’re easing into Monday or powering through your to-do list, it’s the perfect place to work, sip, and snack. Grab a delicious Pistachio Latte or any of their amazing Signature lattes, pair it with one of their delicious desserts and
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Toro Taxes On Havana Street wants to remind you that we are officially into tax season! 🥳 Tax filing season for 2025 tax returns started on Jan. 26th and there’s no better place than family-owned Toro Taxes to trust with your taxes! With years of experience, their tax professionals make filing your tax returns
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Spring has sprung, and it’s time to bring your yard back to life with a trip to Lowe’s Home Improvement On Havana Street! 💐 Whether you’re planting your first flowers of the season, starting a veggie garden, or giving your patio a fresh look, Lowe’s has everything you need to grow something amazing this spring. From
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Business Feature Along On Havana Street Calling all Girl Scout Cookie lovers! It’s your favorite time of the year, and Milkroll Handrolled Ice Cream On Havana Street is celebration all month long! 🍪🥳 Now through the month of March (until sold out!) head to MilkRoll Creamery for their GIRL SCOUT COOKIE SPECIALS! Deliciously creamy Thai-style rolled ice
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Nobody cares about printing like @herradaprintingcolorado On Havana Street! 🥳 Whether you need to print invitations, menus, or business cards, Herrada Printing of Colorado is at your service! And now, they have a brand new 7-color Direct to Film Machine, the only one in the whole state, that lets them print on hoodies, hats,
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On Havana Street is home to Bella Vita Senior Living, a wonderful senior living community right in the heart of our special district. 🏡 Bella Vita Senior Living offers independent living options designed for active adults 55+ who are looking for comfort, community, and the convenience of enjoying everything our global corridor has to offer.
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Bricks and Minifigs is NOW OPEN On Havana Street @bricksandminifigsofficial is NOW OPEN On Havana Street! 🥳 Just in time for the holidays, your new favorite one-stop shop for all things LEGO® is now open in our Special District. 🎉 Their motto is “rebuild, reuse, and reimagine” and they make this all possible with
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As we get closer to the end of the month, we can’t help but think back to the incredible time we had at the third Lunar New Year Festival On Havana Street! 🥳 In partnership with @bonfireeventco, @coloradoasian, and @asianavemag at our amazing venue, @elnuevostampede, we had the pleasure of celebrating the Year of
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Thank you to 9NEWS (KUSA) Colorado and Company on 9NEWS for featuring our Lunar New Year On Havana Street. We had over 6000 attendees join us for an epic community celebration at The Stampede along On Havana Street. Watch the segment here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F82M7M7JadI Visit Aurora Colorado Asian Culture and Education Network Bonfire Event Co. El
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APD’s new district and beat boundaries take effect next weekend on Feb. 14. This update reflects how Aurora has grown over time and helps balance calls for service and staffing across the city. As part of the transition, some residents may find they are now in a different district or patrol beat. The updated maps
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Small Business Development Center (SBDC) The city of Aurora serves as the host office for the Aurora-South Metro Small Business Development Center (SBDC). A nationally accredited program and a member of the Association for Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC) and the Colorado SBDC Network, the Aurora-South Metro SBDC receives support from a number of organizations,
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The Havana BID – On Havana Street will no longer be a part of District 1, but after February 14, 2026, the District’s boundaries will be in Districts 2 & 3. NEW PAR Districts in the Havana BID boundaries – After 2/14/2026, the District will reside in Districts 2 & 3. Central PAR – Distirct
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I Ate at Every Restaurant on Aurora’s Havana Street: Here’s What I Learned One year visiting 47 restaurants representing 14 different cultures along a four-mile stretch in Aurora. By Antony Bruno January 20, 2026 Restaurants Read the Article Here. This sign near Havana Street and Dartmouth marks the beginning of the four-mile stretch where you can
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Eat Up Havana: Carniceria Aurora Has New Digs, and an In-Store Restaurant Its new location is nearly triple the size of its previous home. By Antony Bruno January 14, 2026 Shops & Markets Read the Article Here. Just try leaving without taking a pound or so of the enticing ready-to-cook marinated meats from the butcher counter.Antony
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Eat Up Havana: Golf Ethiopian to Debut Updates for Its 15th Anniversary This Aurora spot is modernizing while staying traditional. By Antony Bruno December 24, 2025 Restaurants Read the Article Here. There are big changes underway at Golf Ethiopian Restaurant, but hopefully this doro wot stays.Antony Bruno Over a decade ago, former Westword food editor Mark Antonation began
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Eat Up Havana: Pupusa Pride Prevails at This Shrine to El Salvador Over a dozen fillings plus an all-day breakfast menu makes Pupusas La Salvadoreña a popular hot spot on Havana. By Antony Bruno December 31, 2025 Restaurants Read the Article Here. Whether you’re here for the pupusas (foreground) or the many breakfast platters (background), Pupusas
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Aurora Art in Public Places – Art2C On Havana Street Be part of the 2026–2028 Art 2C On Havana Street exhibition! The City of Aurora’s Art in Public Places Program and the Havana Business Improvement District are teaming up once again to showcase incredible public sculpture along one of Aurora’s most vibrant corridors. This program
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Eat Up Havana: New Latin Spot Stars Fresh-Baked Empanadas “I prefer to do it all in the kitchen so they come fresh to your plate.” By Antony Bruno December 17, 2025 Restaurants Read the Article Here. The empanadas at Orejano are next level, thanks to baking them fresh with every order. Antony Bruno Tags: Aurora Global
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Eat Up Havana: This Colombian Spot Is Gaining Fans Despite Google Reviews This Aurora spot is winning diners over with sincerity and simplicity. By Antony Bruno Restaurants November 19, 2025 Read the Article Here. The lunch rush at La Sazon de Irene seems unconcerned about Google reviews.Antony Bruno Over a decade ago, former Westword food editor Mark Antonation
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Eat Up Havana: Singing the Praises of U&I BBQ & Karaoke’s Menu It’s fair to call this a Chinese restaurant disguised as a karaoke bar. By Antony Bruno Restaurants November 26, 2025 Read the Article Here. U&I BBQ & Karaoke Bar is open late for both food and singing.Antony Bruno Over a decade ago, former Westword food editor
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Eat Up Havana: Seafood and Spice Makes Everything Nice at Mariscos 3 Rios Here, many dishes are served in pineapples, coconuts, stone bowls and more. By Antony Bruno December 10, 2025 Restaurants Read the Article Here. Mariscos Los 3 Rios wears it’s seafood focus on it’s sleeve, taking over an old Denny’s on Aurora’s Havana Street.Antony
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Read the Westword articles featuring On Havana Street restaurants by Antony Bruno here. Antony Bruno is a freelance writer focused on food, wine, and adventure. A Cook Street School of Culinary Arts graduate, he strives to help others level up their cooking skills and food knowledge with stories that educate, entertain, and inspire. He has
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This video is from the 2025 Annual Stakeholder Meeting and a video presentation created by @simplyHao highlighting our Special District’s Havana Motor Mile. 🚗 The Havana Motor Mile is home to over 20 car dealerships and over 100 auto services businesses making it a one-stop shop for your vehicle. Shop new or pre-owned cars at
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Note – Now Closed as of 1.1.2025 Nothing else goes hand in hand with Colorado winter weather better than a delicious bowl of Ramen! 🍜 Menya Ramen & Poke is now On Havana Street! They specialize in authentic, Japanese-style cuisine with the best ramen, poke, and tapas in town! 🍥🥟 They proudly use family recipes
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2025 Events On Havana Street Highlights Highlights of Events and Promotions On Havana Street – December 2024 to December 2025 Holiday Caroling in the shopping centers Holiday Gift Card Giveaways Shop On Havana Street promotions Social Media and Media Influencer Events Monthly Gas Card Giveaway: Win a Gas Card from the Havana Motor Mile December
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Eat Up Havana: This Spot Serves Happiness-Inducing Pho There are a lot of pho options in town, but this is among the best. By Antony Bruno Restaurants December 3, 2025 Read the Article Here. A mood-changing lunch at Pho 99Antony Bruno Over a decade ago, former Westword food editor Mark Antonation began his food-writing career by eating his
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Thank you all for joining us for the 2025 HBID Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at The Stampede. 2025 Annual Meeting Video Update – Full Version – Please feel free to share! This video is an overview of the 2025 year On Havana Street. Thank you all for joining us for the 2025
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Eat Up Havana: Pardon the Dust at Maandeeq Restaurant & Cafe This East African staple in the midst of a much-needed renovation, but it still offers a hearty lunch. By Antony Bruno Restaurants November 12, 2025 Read the Article Here. The goat lunch platter comes with rice, curried vegetables and salad…and it weighs in at nearly
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Eat Up Havana: Aurora Eatery Serves East African Specialties This Somalian hole-in-the wall has been open for nearly twenty years. By Antony Bruno Restaurants November 5, 2025 Read the Article Here. The braised goat is a popular favorite, cooked to fall-off-the-bone tenderness.Antony Bruno Over a decade ago, former Westword food editor Mark Antonation began his food-writing career
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Eat Up Havana: This Year-Old Italian Joint Serves East Coast Favorites and More “I wanted a small restaurant where a chef can really control the environment and the quality, and that’s what we are.” By Antony Bruno October 29, 2025 Restaurants Read Article Here. The signature lasagna features Italian besciamella, served East Coast style.Antony Bruno Over
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Updates on New Businesses, New Property Ownership, & Redevelopments to On Havana Street, Aurora, Colorado, Arapahoe County Temporarily Closed – End of 2024 – Sharetea – Village on the Park – Permanently Closed December 15, 2024, Lease Available – former Sharetea at Village on the Park – As of July 2025, Cabinet IQ leased the
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2025 Halloween Group Costume Contest Winners 1st Place Group • $100 Gift Card Paris Baguette #75 Road Runner & Wile E Coyote Origami with Sound Effects 2nd Place Group • $50 Target Gift Card #66 Adams Family 3rd Place Group • $30 Paris Baguette #47 Construction Crew 2025 Kids Halloween Costume Contest Winners 1st Place
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Eat Up Havana: +57 Brings An Unapologetic Taste of Colombia and Venezuela From the food, to the drinks, to the entertainment, this Aurora spot aims to be a home away from home. By Antony Bruno October 22, 2025 Read the Article Here. Bars & Breweries The Colombian flag greets all visitors front-and-center as they walk into
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Eat Up Havana: This Ethiopian Spot Remains a Staple Under New Owner “Everything here we cook from scratch and we serve with love” By Antony BrunoOctober 15, 2025 Restaurants Read the Article Here. Azeb Haile took over Nile Ethiopian Restaurant from her sister in 2023.Courtesy of Nile Ethiopian Over a decade ago, former Westword food editor Mark Antonation
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Eat Up Havana: Dig Into the Massive Menu at This Mexican Spot There’s a little something for everyone, but the house specials steal the show. By Antony Bruno October 8, 2025 Read the Article Here. Restaurants The carne asada is a whole slab of ribeye steak.Antony Bruno Over a decade ago, former Westword food editor Mark Antonation began
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9NEWS Denver invited On Havana Street’s El Tequileño Family Mexican Restaurant to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on Colorado and Company Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at El Tequileño Family Mexican Restaurant * Check out the Website and social media link: https://linktr.ee/eltequileno.familymexres Follow them on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook!!! 9News https://www.9news.com · https://www.9news.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/colorado-and-company/celebrate-hispanic-heritage-month-at-el-tequileno/ Visit El Tequileno Family Mexican
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Eat Up Havana: Chinese Food Favorite Is Back After Decade-Long Break The former Best of Denver winner closed in 2014 but now, it’s serving again in Aurora. By Antony Bruno October 1, 2025 Read the Article Here. Restaurants Chef Zeng Liu (right) and daughter Ning Ning at the newly (re)opened Chef Liu’s Kitchen.Antony Bruno Over a
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Aurora-South Metro SBDC hosting free series in October on navigating commercial real estate / Aurora-South Metro SBDC ofrece una serie gratuita sobre bienes raíces comerciales en octubre City of Aurora shared via email with the Havana BID. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: Sept. 29, 2025 Media Contact: Julie Patterson Senior Communications Strategist 303.739.6617 jpatters@auroragov.org Aurora-South Metro SBDC
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We are so sad to report that @acehardware at The Gardens on Havana is closing 🥹 There is a storewide clearance this weekend, and their last day is expected to be Sunday, September 28, 2025. We are so grateful to our stakeholder Alex and his team at Ace Gardens. ACE will be missed along On Havana Street.
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Thank you and farewell lunch with the @onhavanastreet Board of Directors and Stakeholders at @ilfornodituttidenver to honor Matt Rauzi • Colorado’s Pro Gym. Unfortunately, not all of the board directors were able to join us for this special occasion and we hope to see you at the end of year holiday gathering. ☺️The District is
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About City Cast Denver Podcast Join Host Bree Davies and the City Cast Denver crew every weekday morning as we celebrate, explore, and challenge an ever-changing Denver. It’s the daily news podcast for all Denverites — whether you’ve been here for six months or six generations. We’ll break down the news you need (and want)
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Eat Up Havana: Snowl’s Sweat Treats Put the Fun in Fish From fish-shaped waffle cones, to shaved ice milk bowls, there’s a flavor for everyone. By Antony Bruno September 24, 2025 Read Article Here. Restaurants Ice cream, pretzels, and fish-shaped waffles in a cup at Snowl.Antony Bruno Over a decade ago, former Westword food editor Mark Antonation began
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Shopping for a new car? Head to AutoMart On Havana Street – “The Dealer With a Heart.” ❤️ Family-owned and operated and serving the community since 1983, AutoMart offers a wide selection of high-quality used cars and low auto financing rates. And once you’ve found your perfect car, keep coming back for professional
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