Wonderland Brewing is a craft brewery in Broomfield that boasts an outdoor stage for live performances, arcade games, and even a mini golf course. They are both dog and kid friendly and have an in-house food truck called the Wonder Grill that has a wide selection from wings and tacos to salad and cheesecake. Drop by for a drink or to enjoy one of their weekly events.
Waldschänke Ciders & Coffee
Waldschänke Ciders & Coffee is a Swiss-inspired cidery rooted in family tradition. Co-owner Ruth Dufresne’s father George Mueller took part in the construction and operation of the first Waldschänke which was founded in Switzerland during World War II. Today, Ruth, her husband John, their son Keane, and Keane’s wife Kelley honor George’s legacy by continuing to make and sell his recipes and by welcoming anyone from any background to come and enjoy their ciders. [Read more…] about Waldschänke Ciders & Coffee
Dairy Block
Dairy Block is a 21-venue micro-district containing a wide range of restaurants and shops as well as The Maven Hotel for those who wish to stay in town longer. Located in the historic LoDo neighborhood, the owners have reinterpreted what used to be the home of Windsor Diary into a vibrant and bustling hotspot for all visitors enjoy. The restaurants and shops located in Dairy Block host a variety of events from trivia to live music and have something new brewing for customers every week.
Dazzle
Dazzle has operated as the prime location for the enjoyment of jazz and improvised music in Denver for 25 years. Now located in new digs at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts complex, Dazzle was awarded the title of top jazz club in Denver from Westword Magazine 16 times and Downbeat Magazine included it in its list of “Top 100 Jazz Clubs in the World” multiple times. They host live music performances weekly and collect donations as add-ons to ticket sales for a different nonprofit organization every month.
River Bar and Gallery
River Bar and Gallery is a combination bar and art gallery in the RiNo Art District that aims to put a spotlight on local artists, performers, and entertainers. They offer a specialized cocktail menu as well as their signature alcoholic boba options and regularly host live comedy and music shows.
Number Thirty Eight
Number Thirty Eight—named in celebration of Colorado’s status as the 38th state to join the United States—labels itself “Colorado’s Social Frontier” and offers a wide variety of types of events and things to do. Its massive venue boasts multiple open kitchens, many different brews from different taprooms, an indoor-outdoor space with an outdoor patio, and a large stage for their regular free live shows. [Read more…] about Number Thirty Eight
The Irish Rover Pub
The Irish Rover Pub opened in 2005, allowing the Denver community a great opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a traditional Irish pub. The restaurant gets its name from a famous Irish folk song about a sailing ship that is regularly sung in pubs all across Ireland. The Irish Rover offers casual fare, a rooftop patio for outside dining, and hosts weekly events like trivia, live comedy, and even dance parties on the weekends.
Novel Strand Brewing
Novel Strand Brewing was formed in 2016 by friends Ayana Coker, Chantel Columna, and Tamir Danon as a product of their dedication to producing high quality beer without any gimmicks or thrills. Alongside serving delicious beer, Novel Strand hosts different food trucks throughout the week and puts on events like trivia, live jazz, and even a monthly book club!
Old 121 Brewhouse
Old 121 Brewhouse specializes in offering smooth drinkable beers with a few core staples like their Old 121 Lager, West Coast IPA, and Honey Brown along with other rotating options and house-made sodas with their staple Root Beer always on tap. Old 121 hosts weekly events including trivia, game nights, and live performances. [Read more…] about Old 121 Brewhouse
River North Brewery
River North Brewery is an independent brewery with two taprooms that has been operating in the Denver area since 2012. They host events like trivia nights, comedy shows, and more and feature a dog-friendly patio at both locations with an equally dog-friendly taproom at the Washington Street location!
CLOSED: Uhl’s Brewing Company
CLOSED! Uhl’s Brewing Company started in 2020 and focuses on providing their community with high quality small batch craft beer. Almost all recipes will only be brewed once without returning, so be sure to keep a close eye on their menu to get a chance at tasting their limited releases before they’re gone.
Verboten Brewing & Barrel Project
Verboten Brewing & Barrel Project got its name from the German word for “forbidden” which the founders picked based on German beer-purity laws (Reinheitsgebot). These laws restricted 15th and 16th century Germans from using anything except for water, barley, and hops in the brewing process and still exist in a modified form today with the addition of yeast as an approved ingredient.
Bruz Beers
Bruz Beers was founded by Charlie Gottenkieny and Ryan Evans in an effort to make Belgian-style beer more well-known in the United States. They have two locations: a dog-friendly tasting room in Midtown and a tasting room in the Colfax Avenue corridor that boasts a dog-friendly patio.
Locavore Beer Works
Locavore Beer Works highly values and prioritizes local relationships by going to local artisans and craftsmen to source the products and resources they need first before they move nationally and internationally. They focus on handcrafted small batch brews and have curated an inviting space in their taproom that features pet-friendly spaces and a fire pit on the patio.
Blake Street Tavern
CLOSING APRIL 9, 2023. Blake Street Tavern is a sports bar that opened in 2003 and provides an exciting atmosphere and a wide range of food and drinks for all customers both new and old. They host trivia nights, karaoke nights, live watch parties for games, and other events on a weekly basis.
The Infinite Monkey Theorem
The Infinite Monkey Theorem (IMT) is a woman-owned-and-operated winery in Denver that donates a portion of their proceeds to local charities with an emphasis on other women-owned businesses. They operate without a vineyard, buy all locally-grown grapes, and all their product is made in their Denver winery.
MobCraft Dee Tacko
MobCraft Dee Tacko offers a hefty menu of craft beer options, a full bar, and fresh Mexican food. Alongside a welcoming taproom, their Denver location features a 6,000+ square foot dog-friendly patio and a large arcade room for customers who want to play and drink.
CLOSED: Sunroom Brewing
CLOSED. Sunroom Brewing is a family-owned brewery that started in the sun room of Matthew and Melanie Miller’s home. Sunroom offers both indoor and outdoor seating areas and they host a wide range of weekly events for customers to enjoy like trivia and open mic nights.