DENVER, Colo. — A colorful mural helps the Chef Ready ghost kitchen stand out from its neighbors on a busy Denver street. The building’s interior is a maze of doors and kitchen equipment, where expert ...

I first discovered Cocinita Mexicana while scrolling Uber Eats on a Saturday night. My usual burrito joint had closed six minutes prior, so I begrudgingly placed an order with the unknown alternative.

If a ghost kitchen sounds like a spooky pop up that shows up around Halloween, well, that couldn't be further from the truth.

Not too long ago, ghost kitchens were hailed as the future of food delivery. Then restaurants started questioning their long-term viability once the pandemic was in the rearview mirror. In some ways, ...