You canβt enjoy a baseball game on an empty stomach; you need fuel to cheer your team, jeer their team, and dive for any balls that land in the bleachers. Most baseball stadiums offer typical concessions. Coors Field offers a heaping helping of local restaurants.
Hotdogs arenβt the only dishes on the menu; burgers, nachos, steaks, and even pasta are up for grabs. In our opinion, these are some of the best bites near Coors Field. Use a luggage storage service to stow your extra gear and bring plenty of extra napkins.
Blake Street Tavern
Weβre going to talk about a ton of pubs and taverns in this article. Those establishments are a major part of Denverβs culture and economy. The Blake Street Tavern is special, however; they offer a wide variety of food and party games.
Blake Street won the Best Sports Bar of Denver award for its food, games, and drinks. Theyβre also famous for their lunch deals, daily drink deals, and brunch menu. Several event spaces are available for rent, like a Tailgate Room, and an Arcade Bar Room.
Breckenridge Brewery
Beer is a delicacy in Denver, and crafting homemade brews is a time-honoured tradition. If you have the time, we recommend visiting every brewery in the city. But if you can only visit one, our vote goes to the Breckenridge Brewery.
This esteemed brewery is famous all throughout Colorado, not just in Denver. Breckenridge first opened in 1990, making it the 3rd oldest brewery in the entire state. Over the years, theyβve quickly made a name for themselves with beer and baseball fans.
The brewery campus features a nostalgic farm aesthetic, multiple barrel rooms, and dedicated tour staff. The Farm House Restaurant is another big draw; its menu includes sandwiches, burgers, Mexican food, and all the beer you can stomach.
Last but not least, Breckenridge offers outdoor activities like bocce ball, fire pits, and a gorgeous view of the Rocky Mountains.
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Biker Jimβs Gourmet Dogs
Denver has no shortage of hot dog joints. Seriously, the sheer amount of great restaurants is staggering. Biker Jimβs Gourmet Dogs stands out from the crowd, however. This distinct hotdog joint offers a rainbow of unique flavours.
Biker Jimβs was founded by Jim Pittenger, a repo man who nabbed somewhere around 12,000 cars in his heyday. Jim saved up and opened his dream restaurant. Years later, this award-winning eatery would gain fame for serving exotic meats.
Only at Biker Jimβs can you order ostrich, rattlesnake, antelope, and rabbit dogs.
Denver ChopHouse
Gourmet food isnβt hard to find in Denver. Gourmet food thatβs worth the price is another matter entirely. The Denver ChopHouse is well worth a visit. This downtown restaurant is big on two things: savoury seafood and delicious wine.
Aside from those specialties, the ChopHouse offers a slew of great meals. Their lunch, dinner, and dessert menus are packed with exciting appetizers and entrees. Brewmaster Kevin Marley oversees on-site ale production, ensuring every beverage is fresh and tasty.
Marcoβs Coal-Fired
Some things in life are worth the wait. Pizza is one of them; whether you order from a restaurant or you grab a frozen pie at the store, you have to wait for your meal. Marcoβs Coal-Fired is a pizzeria that aims to make all that waiting worthwhile.
Delicious Neapolitan pizzas are freshly made each and every day. Marcoβs pizza makers are all trained by the Associazione Pizzaiuoli Napolitani and the restauranti is certified by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana. Over the years, theyβve racked up a laundry list of awards from food pundits like Guy Fieri and the Denver Post.
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Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox
Itβs good to go off the beaten path every now and then. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Introduce yourself to others instead of waiting for something to happen. Visit Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox instead of a standard eatery.
This subversive restaurant is focused on food and live music. Their ingredients are largely sourced from Callicrate Beef, the Butterfly Pavilion, and 55 local ranchers. The brunch menu is very popular, including dishes like Arepas Benedict & Nacho Flatbread.
The Rooftop
Even at first glance, you can tell that Coors Field is a special venue. Energetic crowds, passionate commentators, and scenic views are common at most baseball stadiums. However, a place like The Rooftop is far from common.
This multi-level terrace is located at the upper half of Coors Field. The Coors Light Silver Bullet Bar, Smashburger, and the Jack Danielβs Terrace Bar can all be found here. The Rooftop hosts many events, such as batting practice specials 2 hours before each game.
Sandlot Brewery
Thereβs no school like the old school, especially when it comes to baseball. Many pioneers of the sport became legends in the 1920s – 1960s. We call that era the βGolden Age of Baseballβ these days, and we do what we can to preserve its memory. The Sandlot Brewery is a haven for baseball fans. Itβs a vintage-style brewery thatβs jam-packed with baseball memorabilia. Sandlot first opened in 1995. It was the first brewery to open for business in a genuine MLB stadium.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
They say the first meal of the day is the most important meal of the day. If so, itβs crucial to eat something delicious for breakfast or brunch. Enter Snooze, an A.M. Eatery. Yes, thatβs their name. Yes, you have to say the whole thing each time.
Jokes aside, Snooze (an A.M. Eatery) is a short distance from Coors Field. People come in droves to this breakfast and brunch hotspot for their creative dishes. Shrimp & grits, corned beef hash, and breakfast pot pie are just a few items on their menu.
ViewHouse Ballpark
Denver has a gorgeous skyline. Most of the time, you can only see select portions of it. To fully appreciate the cityβs beauty, you have to find the perfect vantage point. Thatβs precisely what ViewHouse Ballpark offers.
The food, the brews, and the views are the main attractions here. Casual eats include southwest blackened chicken, and steak & frites. ViewHouse is also engaged in numerous
philanthropic and sustainability efforts. Last but not least, they offer rooftop yoga.
Sources
https://www.sandlotbrewery.com/
