Dirty Laundry was a fun stop. They've got great craft cocktails, all with fun names and the loaded…read morehot dog we shared was amaze balls. We sat at the bar, of course, and the staff were laid back while also friendly and fast. Trifecta. Definitely need to return for round two!

Warning: NO KIDS ALLOWED…read more These grandparents wanted to take their 10 yr old granddaughter for pretzel bites she wanted. It was about 5:00... not too late, place was empty. Was greeted at door with a "No kids allowed" announcement. I thought he was kidding. Nope. No kids allowed in a place that's in a family friendly area. Won't be back... even without kids

I love Esters. I've tried a ton of dishes there and honestly nothing has been a disappointment…read more Some of my favorites are Esters nachos, the of the earth pizza, and the chicken Caesar wrap with bbq chicken. Their salads are also always so good. The produce is super fresh and their combos are usually surprising. For example, I just recently had their seasonal green goddess salad and it had farfalle pasta noodles which was so fun. Some of their menu is seasonal, so get what you like before it rotates out! The Oneida park spot is really cute. I love the interior and they have a great covered patio for more all-weather seating. Parking is always fairly easy as you can park in the nearby neighborhoods if needed.

We stopped by Esters Oneida Park on a Friday evening around 6 p.m., and the place was pretty busy…read more There was about a 20-minute wait, but it went by quickly since we were able to grab drinks at the bar and hang out outside while waiting for our table. The whole atmosphere here is very family-friendly. There's a large open outdoor area where kids were running around and playing, and being right next to a soft serve spot makes it even better for families. Inside, it had a great sports bar vibe without feeling overwhelming. They had all the NBA and NHL playoff games on, and I could easily see myself coming back here to catch a game and grab food with friends. The beer selection was also solid, with a nice variety of local breweries and ciders. For food, we started with the roni rolls, which were really good. The portion isn't huge, but it's perfect for sharing between 2-4 people. The menu mentions allowing extra time for them to come out, but ours arrived surprisingly quickly. We also split a half Caesar salad, which was pretty standard but worked well as a lighter course between appetizers and pizza. The highlight was definitely the Catapult pizza -- really flavorful and absolutely worth ordering. Would definitely recommend the pizzas here overall. For dessert, we went with the brownie skillet sundae based on our waiter's recommendation. It's basically like a smaller brownie version of a pizookie. The edges were a little overdone from the hot skillet, but overall it was still really good. If you're a brownie fan or just have a sweet tooth, it's definitely worth trying. Great energy, great setup for families and sports fans alike, and a place I'd happily come back to.

It's hard to believe Cheluna is about to celebrate their 10th birthday next year! They are…read moreincredibly consistent at making great beer and creating a community oriented atmosphere. Cheluna Brewing is located inside of Aurora's crown jewel, Stanley Marketplace. They're situated indoors near the west entrance in between Stanley Beer Hall and Sweet Cow. Owned by a lovely husband and wife duo, this place has become a fixture of Stanley Marketplace over the years. One of the best parts is that you can take your beer outdoors or even roam around the rest of the market with it. In turn, I think this what the only "downside" of Cheluna is; the fact that I've never sat inside the tasting room for a beer. It always feel a bit transactional because we take our beers and run, if you will. My go to's are the kolsch, cold IPA (GABF silver), and Mexican lager. The latter they serve with a lime and it's delightful. I'm really glad Cheluna is still kicking after a damn near decade in operation. They're definitely one of the most consistent options in the entire market. Support family owned spots, especially breweries, they need us right now!

Love this place. Overall love the Stanley Market. Highly recommend coming here if you want a couple…read moredrinks with friends after work or before dinner. Came in and the fine lady over the counter was so nice and welcoming. Couldn't stay long cause they were closing but glad I came in and will come back soon to try all their beers.

Nice four block walk from the renassaince awaits an old fire station with a wide range of fantastic…read morebeers and excellent service. Good music, green bulbs for st paddy's day, and two new beers on the menu: A wheat based peach beer with a hint of sour--fantastic A wheat based witbier with a touch of Meyer's lemon--usually not a fan of witbiers but very thirst quenching on a hot day.

I know they recently changed ownership which may be the reason for less beers on tap, until…read moreeverything shakes out. The beer I had was tasty. I had the amber. We met up with folks for our book club. One of the members called ahead and they put a reserved sign on a table for us. I appreciate that they had a food truck on a Tuesday. So many places only have them Thursday-Sunday. We had a great discussion. It is a bit loud in there between music and conversations, the ambient noise level is fairly high. We all had a good evening discussing our latest read.

This is a fun place to grab a beer and watch your favorite sports. There are plenty of televisions…read moreand they play the sound for the most relevant and local games. Their happy hour is buy one get one and last until 8 PM. There is also a nice patio space which is great for the warmer weather. The only downside of it is that it is right on Colfax so there can be unwelcome guests as you are enjoying your beverage. Overall though want to support this local gay bar!

This is a really fun place! Love the games they have to play and that the bartenders are friendly.read more

When I first heard of Waldo's, my heart sped up. Fried chicken and quality beer are among my…read morefavorite things (in moderation). Both? Let's go. I brought my son and a family member to Waldo's one Saturday evening. No line to order food, but the bar was full, so we ordered and were seated right away. Things we liked: The mac & cheese was the best thing on the table. Tasty with good texture and plenty of cheese both in the sauce and melted on top. Kiddo reports that the tenders were great and the fries "ok." He cleaned up the former. I appreciate the beer selection. They have some solid local brews to go with the corporate swill. Everyone wins. I enjoyed my Avery Maharaja. They have plenty of TVs if that's what you are into. Service was patient, prompt, and courteous when ordering food. Not so thrilled: Adults were disappointed in the bone-in fried chicken. It's why we came to Stapleton for dinner. Oily and overcooked, one piece each was too much. It was closer to a TV dinner than a place like Tom's Home Cookin (RIP). I know this is a chain, but the quality and taste were not up to par. Noise was suited for a sports bar environment, but wasn't unbearable. Beer and food are ordered in separate locations. I stood where it says to order, then waited 10 minutes to be served. One person ahead of me, two struggling behind the bar, which was full and getting all the attention. My son came looking for me. It's their model. I just don't like it. Waldo's offers good beer, decent tenders/sides, and an upbeat vibe. It's hard to not rate it better, but the fried chicken was a huge letdown. I'd go back for a beer and snack if in the area again with watching sports on the brain.

I always assumed it was a sit down restaurant where a server comes and waits on you, but you order…read moreat the counter and they give you a number then deliver your food! No mess no fuss easy peasy. We went on a Sunday at noon and it wasn't busy at all! All of our food was delicious - kids Mac and cheese, tenders, and OG sandwich. Bonus is that it was BOGO beer all day which we didn't even know about!

Great way to celebrate a win after rec league soccer at dick's sporting fields…read more This spot is as dicey as it gets! We came here after a win at the Volo Soccer League and loved it. It was slightly busy on a Thursday evening, but we were able to find a large table in their large outdoor searing area. The beers are very affordable and a great deal! We also celebrated with some pickle shots. The atmosphere is fun with mostly locals in the bar who are all friendly and dancing to the music.

Although I stopped by in KC CHIEFS GEAR on my way to the victory parade in KC and got a "warm…read morewelcome" by sad 49ers fans.. it's a great spot and I tell you what... Thankfully the bartender David loves the Chiefs almost as much as me and May is just as awesome.

Located inside the DoubleTree hotel. It is a classic old school Sports Bar, with a more modern…read morerefresh on the interior. (The lobby bar is more open and newer, but Characters has lots of charm). The menu is a mix of classic bar food and more elevated farm to table type food. The service is quick and friendly, and after years of coming here, I am impressed by the updates to the menu and the decor, and I will definitely come back.

While staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Denver, we opted to dine at Character's Sports Bar…read moreinstead of going elsewhere. We ordered nachos and blackened salmon, but unfortunately, the nachos became soggy within 10 minutes. However, the blackened salmon was quite delicious. The service was lacking, as our server was difficult to find and only checked on us after 30-40 minutes, despite the restaurant not being very busy. It would have been preferable for the server to be more attentive to our needs. We anticipated a lively ambiance with sports being played on the TVs around the bar, given that it's a sports bar.

This place is amazing! The mushroom pizza was great and the service was even better. My server…read moreCarolyn was so amazing, knowledgeable and kind! The service was the best I've ever had!! I'll definitely be going back!

Went here after hearing people talk about it online and honestly the patio alone sold me. We went…read morearound lunchtime and it wasn't too busy, so it had this calm relaxed energy that worked really well with the weird overcast weather Denver almost never gets. I still remember the French dip being super satisfying in a way that made me immediately understand why people like this place. Add a Guinness and attentive staff and it just turned into a really solid afternoon. Feels very "modern Denver" without trying too hard.

My first time here. Love the atmosphere. Definitely has the beer house atmosphere which is…read morevery casual and cool. I went with the Cuban sandwich while others went with a burger. $13 lunch special for a burger, fries and a drink is a fabulous deal. WHAT A GREAT SANDWICH!!!! This just became my favorite restaurant in this area. Fries , plentiful. Cuban, perfect. Atmosphere, great. This restaurant needs 7 stars.

I always enjoy visiting the Lowry Beer Garden when I am in the Lowry area (this night was for a HS…read morehockey game down the street at Big Bear). Even for a late Saturday afternoon, the place was busy with just 1 table (2 seats) available inside and most of the long benches near heaters outside full. The tables away from heaters had space because... it was chilly and no one wanted them! A tremendous beer selection inside from many local Colorado breweries, along with wine and cocktails. Their Old Fashioned is made with Buffalo Trace and was fantastic! Food is also good here. I enjoyed the Elk and Jalapeño brat while sipping on a refreshing Porter. You order and pickup your drinks and food here, so don't sit down and wait on staff. Parking is plentiful, but can fill up if the beer garden has a lot of visitors. If you do sit outside, the Wings Over the Rockies museum is right next door, with a few static displays out front.