BoxBox to Open New Cherry Creek Location in Early 2027
The restaurant is moving its operations to a 1,300-square-foot space in Cherry Creek following a previous closure.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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BoxBox will launch its new restaurant at 3003 E. 3rd Ave. in early 2027 after signing a 10-year lease. The relocation follows the closure of the business's former Park Hill site in August 2026.
Why it matters
The owners decided to relocate to seek higher customer foot traffic, as construction along Colfax Avenue had negatively impacted visitor numbers at their previous location.
The new 1,300-square-foot space occupies the site of a former ice cream shop. The signature bento box meal is expected to cost approximately $15.
The players
BoxBox
This is a restaurant business that specializes in quick-service meals served in bento boxes.
Sweet Izzy
This was a former vegan ice cream shop that previously occupied the space at 3003 E. 3rd Ave.
The details
Patrons at the new location will order meals using a self-service kiosk, with 25 percent of the menu featuring vegan options like coconut sesame noodles. Food is served in recyclable and reusable bento boxes, maintaining a preparation speed previously measured at 76 seconds.
Timeline
August 2025: BoxBox opened its first store on Colfax Avenue.
August 2026: The Park Hill location closed.
October 2026: The 10-year lease for the new space was signed.
Early 2027: The new Cherry Creek location is expected to open.
Market Landscape
The relocation reflects a broader trend of small businesses moving to neighborhoods with higher foot traffic to mitigate the impact of municipal construction. By repositioning, the brand aims to stabilize its customer base after experiencing revenue challenges at its former Colfax site.
Local diners in Cherry Creek will soon have access to the restaurant's $15 bento box menu. The shift to a self-service kiosk model will standardize the ordering experience for returning patrons.
The takeaway
Selecting a new location based on high foot traffic can be a vital strategy for businesses struggling with street-level construction disruption. Entrepreneurs may also consider lease duration and space size as long-term levers for stabilizing operations in competitive urban markets.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Denver Post.
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