Leven Supply, a popular deli in Wash Park, Colorado, has been seized by the State of Colorado due to unpaid taxes totaling over $140,000. The violations, which include sales tax, sales license fees, and wage withholding, date back to March 2025. A notice posted at the deli indicates that the state may auction off the establishment’s inventory, furniture, and equipment to recover the owed amount, though an auction date has not yet been announced.
The deli, which opened its Wash Park location in January 2025, has been a hit since it expanded its offerings to include pizza and introduced a wine club subscription last August. Owner Anthony Lygizos expressed surprise at the closure, attributing it to issues with a former third-party accounting contractor that mishandled the deli’s tax filings and payments.
In a statement, Lygizos explained, “We’re dealing with an unfortunate situation resulting from a former third-party accounting contractor mishandling Leven Supply’s sales tax filings and payments. That contractor is no longer working with us, and since discovering the issue, we have been actively working with the city and the state to resolve it.” He acknowledged that the resolution was not completed in time, leading to the state’s intervention.
Despite the closure of Leven Supply, the flagship Leven Deli at 123 West 12th Avenue remains operational. As of late afternoon on the day of the seizure, the deli was bustling with customers, and employees confirmed that they are receiving their wages without interruption. There appears to be a discrepancy in how the two locations handle their accounting, which has raised questions regarding employee payment consistency.
Leven Supply is part of Leven Brands, which also includes the upcoming Leven Downtown, a two-story establishment expected to seat over 400 patrons. This new location will offer a more extensive menu, including pastas and full entrees, although its opening date has yet to be confirmed.
The situation surrounding Leven Supply is not isolated; it follows a trend of establishments in the Denver area facing closures for tax-related issues. In December, both Your Mom’s House and Maggie & Molly’s Sweet Life Bakery were similarly closed due to unpaid taxes.
Lygizos remains hopeful about resolving the matter swiftly. He stated, “We are fully committed to resolving this matter as quickly as possible and reopening. We appreciate the community’s patience and support, and we will share updates on Leven Supply as they become available.” While the deli faces immediate challenges, the commitment to employee payments and community engagement remains a priority during this difficult period.
As this story develops, further updates will clarify the future of Leven Supply and its impact on the local community.
