Food & Drink

Dinner and a show has always been the perfect pairing for a night on the town, whether it’s a first date, part of a birthday/anniversary celebration or a regularly scheduled evening out with a loved one. A good meal and a good show make for a memorable night.

Of course, a special night on the town doesn’t mean bargain hunters need to stay home because of the cost. With these deals from the Denver Center For The Performing Arts, you can be “fancy and frugal.”

DCPA has partnered with restaurants downtown to offer ticket holders deals, before or after a show. To get the savings, you simply need to show the wait staff your ticket from one of DCPA shows — valid only the day of the show.
[Read more…] about Denver Center Ticket Gets Restaurant Deals Near DCPA Complex

The first Latin-owned and operated craft brewery in Colorado, Cheluna Brewing Company was inspired by Oaxaca, Mexico, the home of owner and founder Javier Pérez’s grandparents. The name of the brewery comes from a combination of the words chela, a slang word for beer used throughout Mexico, and luna, the Spanish word for moon.

The sun and moon logo of Cheluna helps connote the idea of balance, an important element to all of the beers they create, while also referencing a popular design element found throughout Mexican art and décor.

Located within the Stanley Marketplace, Cheluna invites guests to bring in or order food from any of the market’s restaurants to enjoy with their fresh brews or during one of their frequent events. You can usually find live music, trivia, and more happening at the brewery.

Check their Facebook page and website to see more information about upcoming events. 2501 Dallas Street, Unit 148, Aurora, 720-600-0020.

Here are some of their upcoming free or cheap events:

Trivia Night
Mondays
7 p.m.
FREE

Live Music: SidecarX
Friday, February 27
7 p.m.
FREE (Entry)

Book Club Meetup
Thursday, March 5
6 p.m.
FREE (Entry)
This month they will be reading “Mad Honey” by Jennifer Finney Boylan and Jodi Picoult.

 

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The Black Buzzard is local brewery Oskar Blues’ first grill and brew venue. Named after a drink created for the original restaurant in Longmont, the idea for The Black Buzzard arose out of Oskar Blues partner’s Jason Rogers and drink creator’s Kellner Schoenke desire to create a new space to help put some blues music back in the heart of LoDo.

Dedicated to joining the worlds of Oskar Blues craft beer culture and great live music, The Black Buzzard hosts frequent events, including open mics, live music, comedy and more.

Check out their Facebook page and website for a full line-up and more information. 1624 Market St., Denver, 720-204-6082.

Here are some of their upcoming free or cheap events:

Live Music: Sexy Coyote w/ Rhythm Kitchen, Gritch, & To Be Astronauts
Friday, February 27
7 p.m.
$15 (Advance GA)
Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Show is 18+. Tickets can be purchased here.

Live Music: The Lollygags w/ Weather Big Storm & The Man is Dead
Saturday, February 28
7 p.m.
$15 (Advance GA)
Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Show is 18+. Tickets can be purchased here.

Live Music: Rumble Young Man Rumble w/ Takipnik, Only Echoes, & Abandons
Friday, March 6
7 p.m.
$15 (Advance GA)
Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Show is 18+. Tickets can be purchased here.

Music for Meals: Emily Barnes w/ Zoe Stroupe, Casey Marie & Angel Corsi
Saturday, March 7
7 p.m.
$15 (Advance GA)
Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Show is 18+. Tickets can be purchased here.

Live Music: Telly, Ahjzae Dallas, & More
Friday, March 13
7 p.m.
$15 (Advance GA)
Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Show is 18+. Tickets can be purchased here.

 

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CLOSED. Raíces Brewing Company features award-winning craft beers, a rotating Latin American food selection, and on-going cultural events. More than that, Raíces aims to become a reference center to both celebrate and learn about Latin culture.

Raíces, which is Spanish for roots, is the community taproom where culture can be celebrated. For Latinos,  the brewery is a place to connect with other Latinos and feel at home with traditional food, music, and culture. For non-Latinos, Raíces is a place where, in addition to enjoying food, events, and beer, people can learn about and experience Latin culture.

Keep up with what’s going on and other news through their Facebook page or website.

2060 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver, 720-295-2437.

At Tivoli Brewing Company, they aim to stay true to the souls of their beers. With 150 years of brewing in Colorado, their roots run deep. Although they always seek to honor brewing traditions, they also seek to find a balance with what’s new. They offer over 52 beers on tap at their taproom, as well as a fun kitchen.

They often have events at their taproom, including silent discos, happy hours, and more. You can check their Facebook page or their website to learn more.

900 Auraria Parkway, Suite 240, Denver. 720-458-5885.

Here are some of their upcoming free or cheap events:

Tivoli’s 5 Year Anniversary Party
Friday, September 25
3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
FREE
Join them to celebrate another year. They’ll be offering six uniquely brewed, fresh hopped beers to share and to be judged by a special panel and win a People’s Choice award. They will also be raffling off a custom Tivoli branded The North Face backpack – all attendees are automatically entered to win, with additional entries given with each beer purchase. 

When Strange Craft Beer Company first opened in 2010, it was the first nano-brewery in Denver, brewing one barrel of beer at time. Since then it has become an award wining destination for dedicated and casual beer drinkers alike, although they still keep their roots close by brewing small batches and including experimental brews during One Barrel Wednesdays.

They often host events in their tasting room and beer garden, including yoga, game nights, and more. Visit their Facebook page or website to see a full list of what they have coming up.  1330 Zuni St., Unit M, Denver, 720-985-2337.

Here are some of their upcoming free or cheap events: 

15th Anniversary Day One
Friday, May 16
12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
FREE (Entry)
There will be live music from Jockey Box (6 p.m.-9 p.m.) and a food truck from El Tres Loras on site. 

15th Anniversary Day Two
Saturday, May 17
12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
FREE (Entry)
There will be live music from The Apostles of Fire (6 p.m.-9 p.m.) and a food truck from Taguara Venezualan.

15th Anniversary Day Three
Sunday, May 18
12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
FREE (Entry)
There will be BBQ in the garden!

 

Baere Brewing Company is a small 2.5 barrel brewhouse. Their love for all styles of beer is reflected in their tap and bottle list, and they are dedicated to supporting local products, sustainable solutions, community endeavors, and more.

They have live music every week, and will host other events too. Check their website and Facebook page to learn more and see what they have planned next. 320 Broadway, Unit E, Denver, 303-733-3354.

Here are some of their upcoming free or cheap events:

 

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According to those who founded it, TRVE Brewing represents being a part of counter culture without immersing yourself to the point of taking it too seriously. Their goal has always been to create a place to hang out and drink great beer.

They embrace chaos and eschew brewing rules and guidelines, so you never know what you might find on tap. But you can count on the fact that whatever you order, it’ll be good.

They host occasional pop-ups and other events. Check out their Facebook page and website for a full list of their events. 227 Broadway #101, Denver, 303-351-1021.

The first brewery to open in Aurora, Dry Dock Brewing Company has since established itself as a community gathering place and Aurora’s premiere microbrewery. Since its founding, Dry Dock Brewing has expanded to two locations, both with tap rooms. It is the only regional brewery in Colorado that exclusively distributes in-state, and has become one of Colorado’s most award-winning breweries. [Read more…] about Dry Dock Brewing Company

With an atmosphere so comfortable you’ll feel like you’re sitting in your living room, Vine Street Pub & Brewery is the place to go to have a beer and relax. Determined to never have TVs in their breweries, Vine Street encourages you to talk to your friends, other guests, or enjoy a game of Scrabble.

Vine Street Pub & Brewery often hosts live music and other events. Check out their Facebook page to learn more about them and see what they have coming up next.

1700 Vine Street, Denver, 303-388-2337.

Here are some of their upcoming free or cheap events: 

Music on the Vine
Saturdays 
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
FREE
2/7 – City Park Pickers
2/14 – Lisa Selle
2/21 – West of Fennario
2/28 – The Pogs

Vine Street Vibes w/ Mark Diamond
Thursdays
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
FREE
2/5 – Blues
2/12 – The Heavy Cats
2/19 – Blues and Funk
2/26 – Blues

 

 

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The Family Jones Spirit House is a distillery and tasting room that features crafted spirits and foods. It focuses on the relationship between distiller, chef, bartender, and guest, ensuring a pleasurable experience every time.

In a space that pairs industrial elements with rich wood details, you can find low-lighting and a sense of hospitality that turns the Spirit House into a gathering place where everyone can feel at home.

You can find live music every Tuesday at the Spirit House, as well as other events throughout the week. Stop by their Facebook page or their website to learn more about what they’re planning next.

3245 Osage St., Denver, 303-481-8185.

Here are a few of their upcoming free or cheap events:

Adult Spelling Bee
Sunday, December 11
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
FREE
21+ with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. in person. Rules will be announced at 6:50 p.m. and the contest starts at 7 p.m.

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Wynkoop Brewing is Colorado’s very first brewpub, and is proud to have become a Colorado landmark and one of the nation’s top craft breweries. Their hallmarks include small-batch beers, high quality food and service, the city’s best pool hall, and their historical 1888 building.

They often host beer and music festivals, release parties, and more. Visit their Facebook page or website to learn more about them, and see their full line up of events. 1634 18th St., Denver, Colorado, 303-297-2700.

Here are some of their upcoming free or cheap events:

Wynkoop’s Wild West Hoedown
Friday, January 16
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
FREE (Entry)

 

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