I'm still a regular. Great craft cocktails, great food, nice people. I'm running out of things to…read moresay! Great ambiance, a credit to Castle Rock, not generally known for cool vibes. As for recent reviewer Daniel S., may I respectfully point out that you can't just walk into a food service establishment with 35 people at any time of day, much less near closing, and expect perfect service. That's the purpose of calling ahead and making reservations, to let them get prepared for you. Work _with_ the establishment, not against it, and they'll take care of you. It's not reasonable to just walk in without giving them warning, then complain about the result. That's on you.

Do you love amazing craft cocktails? This place is amazing. A wonderful addition to the Castle Rock…read morebar scene. A dark cozy atmosphere with attentive bar tenders and servers.

First of all, the view from the restaurant is breathtaking! As soon as you walk into the courtyard,…read moreyou're greeted with the view and spacious lounge-like areas to relax while you wait. The staff did not skip a beat welcoming my party at the door and the serving staff were attentive to anything we may have needed. One of the first things we noticed was the elegance of the entire restaurant. The food was of great quality, one guest even exclaiming, "This is one of the best steaks I've ever had!" You can taste the love and effort that went into each dish. I'd recommend this place for celebrating a special occasion, or even if you just want to enjoy a great meal with a great view and ambience. Looking forward to eating here again!

HOLY FREAKING MOLY, THE BRINKERHOFF IN CASTLE ROCK JUST RUINED ALL OTHER RESTAURANTS FOR ME…read moreFOREVER!!! Listen up, you beautiful degenerates of Colorado -- if you're anywhere near Castle Rock and you DON'T drop everything to go to The Brinkerhoff, you're actively choosing a life of sadness and regret. This place is perched up there like a goddamn castle overlooking the kingdom, windows so meticulously clean I could see my future in them (and it was eating more ribeye). The views? ABSURD. I'm talking "postcard from heaven" levels of ridiculous. You'll be stuffing your face while staring at scenery that makes you question why you ever lived in a basement apartment. The ambiance inside is straight-up opulent too -- crystal chandeliers dripping like diamonds, stone walls, red leather booths, and that massive framed vintage Beech 18 airplane photo that hits different. Speaking of which... My best friend Rob took one look at that classic twin-prop Beech 18 on the wall and the hairs on his arms stood straight up. Turns out he actually flew one of those exact legends back in the day. There's a killer story behind it -- ask the staff about it, they'll hook you up with the full tale. Goosebumps guaranteed. This place doesn't just serve dinner; it triggers full-on life flashbacks. The food? ABSURDITY-INDUCING. I'm still recovering. * Spicy Hiramasa Roll -- TO. DIE. FOR. Spicy tuna, avocado, cucumber, and pure culinary sorcery. One bite and I ascended. I blacked out and woke up speaking fluent sushi. * Big Island Ribeye (16oz, soy-marinated) -- OUT. OF. THIS. WORLD. Juicy, flavorful, marinated in what I can only assume is liquid gold and unicorn tears. MUST GET. I would fight a bear for this steak. I would marry this steak. Hell, I'd let this steak ruin my credit score. * Chipotle Glazed Wagyu Short Ribs -- These bad boys were so awesome I almost proposed. Sweet, smoky, melt-in-your-mouth perfection that made me question every other rib I've ever had. They were basically foreplay for the main course. And don't even get me started on the STAFF. These legends deserve their own parade. Big shoutout to our waiter Larson -- the man dropped recommendations like they were bars in a rap battle. 10/10 service, zero notes. GM Lisa came in hot on the 4th of July, straight from the sister property Sierra, working like a boss and being the friendliest, most knowledgeable human alive. Absolute queen behavior. GM Heather rolled up, made sure everything was flawless, and then dropped restaurant history knowledge like a TED Talk. I felt cultured AND fed. And eternal props to Chloe & Keiley in reservations -- we showed up AN HOUR LATE like the chaotic gremlins we are, and they still saved our seats. That's not service, that's sorcery. This crew isn't just outstanding -- they're the Avengers of hospitality. Outstanding food + god-tier staff + Beech 18 nostalgia that gives your pilot buddy chills = I'm moving in. 10/10. 100/10. Infinity/10. It's a MUST-GO when you're in Castle Rock. Bring your appetite, bring your people, bring stretchy pants, and bring your best stories. I'm already planning my return like it's a religious pilgrimage. Brinkerhoff, you absolute madlads -- thank you for existing. I love you. Never change. (Go. Now. Tell them the unhinged guy AND his Beech 18-flying buddy sent you.)

I love this place!! The staff is so friendly and will help you if you need it for a suggestion. We…read morealways brag about this venue to our friends. Plus being in an old church is pretty cool.

This place used to be the spot to be in CR on weekend nights...super welcoming vibe with friendly…read morestaff, awesome atmosphere, and overall great social/dance club. Since recently being acquired/bought, the experience has been anything but that:( Bartender was extremely rude & degrading to my significant other, as well as others around us. After closing our tab and leaving the establishment, three other guests walking out behind us were voicing their frustrations about the sub-par service and overall lack of respect from staff and ownership. Hopefully, they're able to make some necessary changes in the near future

First time eating at Courtyard Social, but I've had takeout from here a few times since living in…read moreCastle Rock. I took my 14 yo for an early dinner on a Thursday afternoon and after finding a somewhat close parking spot, found the patio of Courtyard Social already fairly packed. We were seated at a table towards the back and we ordered a Coke and a beer. The server asked us if we were interested in the Happy Hour menu (available M-F, till 5:30) and we jumped all over that. $6 sliders, $15 for a pound of smoked hot wings, and $2 off m draft beer. Great deal!!! The wings were fantastic and I will definitely be back for them! The hot sauce was just right, and although a few of the drums were a little dry - overall the wings hit the spot. The sliders were good (not as tasty as the wings), and I might have to try their fried chicken sliders (Nashville hot) next time. Service was good and everyone was welcoming and friendly. I'm not sure why I didn't try this spot sooner, so don't make my mistake and get yourself down to Courtyard Social!

Wonderful service. Prompt and very nice people…read more The food was mediocre at best. I do not know how this place gets good reviews. The Caesar salad was one of the worst I've had. I think the person making it was just throwing ingredients together. The spinach and cheese dip was OK, but I've had much better.

Love this place! Enjoy coming out here during the summers…read more Food is great! Drinks are amazing. Service is always great too! Love the location! .

The good Nice place very nice and big and outdoor eating…read moreThe service was good, very nice The food is ok, not great The bad Big prices small portions The ugly The tequila very$$$$$$ for bad tequila if you know your Tequilas( like I do) Is ok if you like the view and want to spend lots of money for small portions

We recently tried Wide Awake Eatery in Castle Rock and were really impressed! I've had the chance…read moreto eat there twice now--once inside the restaurant and once out on their patio--and both experiences were great. The patio is especially nice on a sunny Colorado day. I ordered the filet mignon salad, and honestly it was to die for. At first I thought it was a little unusual that the salad came with fingerling potatoes, but wow... it totally works. Steak and potatoes are a classic pairing, and somehow putting them on a salad just makes it even better. The filet was cooked perfectly and everything tasted really fresh. My husband ordered a sandwich (I wish I could remember exactly which one), but he really enjoyed it and said the French fries were excellent too. Overall, great food, a relaxed atmosphere, and a spot we'll definitely be coming back to. Service has always been great!

Wildly overpriced and extremely noisy…read more The food is so ridiculously overpriced. Small glass of OJ was $8. Bill was $124 for breakfast for four people WITHOUT alcohol. Food was just okay, nothing special. Service was unremarkable. We only went here to meet people from out of town. I'll never go back just based on the price and ambiance. Oh and parking is also For these prices, service and parking, you can just go to downtown Denver for the same vibe.

Ecclesia is a wonderful spot downtown castle rock to stop if you want great food, good vibes and…read moresomething for everyone! Ecclesia has over gone a lot of changes since I visited earlier this year, so make sure to be open minded when you visit! First, the book shop *squeel* Adorable! Quaint, cute, decent selection, good children's section and they feature local authors. Support your local bookstores!!! They are wonderful. If you didn't know, this is a mini-food hall of sorts. There are several food vendors: a Bar at the top, a restaurant I've yet to visit alongside it, as well as several spots to eat downstairs. Downstairs they have : - A bagel spot (get there early for the best selection and don't be disappointed if they run out- that's what it means to have fresh baked daily!) - A great BBQ spot (this is coming from a KC native and BBQ critic!) - Apres coffee - a cute coffee shop with alternative milks and Italian sodas options. - A stuffed pita restaurant (I'm sorry I don't know the name!) - Gluttony and Graze, for salads and gourmet hot dogs and burgers - And don't sleep on the cute little kiosk to order Mexican food! I didn't get a chance to check it out, but it's next on my list to try! Though, please note all of these places have different operating hours - though you're mostly safe Wed-Sun. Either call ahead or be open minded when you come in, just in case! Overall, highly recommended. People sleep on it because the outside is unassuming, but you have to try it at least once!

The smells in the cafeteria were heavy and offensive. Hard to sit and eat and enjoy your food with…read morethose smells in your vicinity.

Instead of making dinner we went for dinner at our local watering hole. Had wings this time and…read moregrilled salmon. The wings were tasty. He liked them. And just the right portion size. Servers were nice and the food good. We will keep coming back.

Great casual spot for drinks & comfort food! My wife and I have been here several times and always…read moreenjoyed our meal experience. I had a pulled pork sandwich this time, which was excellent, and made the "right" way, with cole slaw on top of the pork, all inside a soft bun. The potatoes were creamy and garlicky, with gravy too. My wife loved her signature penne with the chicken, zucchini, mushrooms enhanced by a delicious sauce made with brie and parmesan, plus tasty garlic bread. She also loves that she will gets two meals out of it - very large portion! Service was very good with attention and smiles by our waiter Chris - the ambiance is always friendly and comfortable, with lots of TVs if you want to watch sports, and always plenty of parking. Great place for casual dining at reasonable prices!

Went here for bingo a few weeks ago. Fun atmosphere, sat on the patio. Server was nice but they…read moredefinitely have some kinks to work out. First let's talk about their wings: their Cajun wings were BOMB! Cooked perfectly, seasoned heavily like I like it and the flavor was great! I think they may be the best wings I have found in Castle Rock. The pizza was one with prosciutto & pickled onions. So good! The crust is on point. Cooked beautifully. Just trust me on that. The server took our order but never put it in so while our friends ate and drank we got nothing. Once we were able to track down the server, she blamed the kitchen which left a bad taste in my mouth (I'd prefer she just admit she forgot to put in the order) and when my friend's pizza came out 12-15 mins later, it was the wrong pizza altogether. She got pepperoni. So they had to remake it. They still get 4 stars because the food was awesome. I would definitely go there for takeout and plan to soon!

We visited Whiskey Lodge on Friday night after hearing there was a new owner. It had been a while…read moresince our last visit, so we were excited to check it out. The night started fun, but things quickly took a turn. From where we were sitting (not part of the group involved), I noticed a man becoming aggressive toward another nearby group--yelling at them and eventually shoving someone, which led to a fight. As someone simply watching it unfold, it was pretty clear who escalated the situation. What was most surprising, though, was how it was handled. The owner appeared to side with the individual who initiated the confrontation and ultimately removed the group instead. Later, we heard that the man involved was actually a friend of the owner. From an outside perspective, the group that was asked to leave seemed calm and was minding their business before things escalated. Watching everything unfold--and seeing how it was handled--left a really negative impression. Unfortunately, that experience made the environment feel uncomfortable and biased, which is disappointing because the night had started on such a positive note.

While visiting Castle Rock we stumbled across this place for lunch. It was quiet and had indoor…read moreseating so we decided to stop by to have lunch. We were immediately greeted upon entering and given menus and sat at a booth. Our server came over shortly after and greeted us and took our drink order. After that, she pretty much disappeared from existence. When we finally found her we tried waving her over to put our food order in to which she looked at us and continued to ignore us to watch the World Cup game. Terrible service. Good was lower average. I will say the nachos came out better than they did in previously posted pictures but nothing was spectacular. This is your typical run down sports bar where everything looks like your drunk friend made it at 3am. Everything tasted fine just nothing crazy. Unless you're wanting to watch a sports game, I'd skip this place.

Great local sport/dive bar with really good happy hour prices. Plenty of tvs for Ryan to come keep…read moretrack of his Bet MGM bets. Kind of load but it's a sports bar so what do you expect. Not a lot of parking so you might have to walk a bit. The chip and dip flight was a little disappointing.