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.

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, ...