THINGS TO DO:
1.Visit a Brewery - or distillery! I didn't know Denver was a big beer place so I was shocked at how many breweries there are. To name a few: Wynkoop Brewing Company, Denver Beer Company, Mile High Spirits Distillery, Coors Brewery. We walked over to the Wynkoop Brewing Co. after brunch since it was right downtown and super close. They had a new beer that just came out that day so we all obviously had to try it! It was the Light Rail Ale - I don't like heavy beers at all and this was perfect, light, and refreshing. Also, Wynkoop has complimentary brewery tours available Tuesday through Saturday and 3pm and 4pm! We also stopped by the Infinite Monkey Theorem later that day before dinner, which is a really cool urban wine distillery. The wine either comes in a can or in a tap! I tried the rosé and it was delish. The outside area is really cool and relaxed and even has a food truck parked right next to it if you wanted to grab a bite.
2. Attend a concert/event or explore Red Rocks Amphitheater. So this is outside of Denver but it's not too far and a definite must see if you're in the area! Anyways, since I was with my parents, little sister, and grandma I knew it was unlikely we would be able to attend a concert. Luckily, the venue is open each day on event days until 2pm - free for the public to explore (which I think is so awesome). Driving up to the amphitheater is truly breathtaking. Being from the Midwest, any minor bump in the landscape is cool to see, haha.
3. Visit the mountains! This is also outside of Denver but I still think this is something you absolutely need to do if you're in Colorado. Again, being from the Midwest I obviously don't ever see mountains so this was something I really enjoyed doing with my family. We stopped at Lily Lake Trail in Estes Park which is known as a base for the Rocky Mountain National Park. It was absolutely stunning!!
PLACES TO EAT:
Machete Tequila + Tacos - Authentic Mexican place downtown Denver. There are so many different types of tacos it was hard to choose! They also had a great selection of margaritas as well. They even brought me a shot of some kind of pineapple tequila since it was my birthday! Snooze - Brunch, Downtown Denver located in Union Station. I believe there's another location just outside of Denver as well. There was a 70-90 minute wait on Friday morning!! We went here for brunch on my birthday and it was sooo worth the wait. I had a salmon eggs benedict that was incredible. The drinks were really good too!
Urban Farmer Steakhouse - farm to table restaurant; downtown Denver. Don't let the name fool you - this was one of the best brunches I ever had and I think my family can agree. My mom wanted to come back here the very next morning too! This place about a block away from Union Station so it was a perfect spot for us when we were exploring. It was recommended to us by Matt's friend who is a local so I knew it had to be good. I had some kind of fennel sausage breakfast sandwich that was amazing. Also, my sister had a burger on an English muffin that was UNREAL.
Sam's No. 3 - Diner, downtown Denver. This is the PERFECT place for lunch or a hungover brunch. I attended for the latter, ahem. The menu is never ending and you can find something for even the pickiest eater. We came here on Monday (Labor Day) around 1 and the wait was about 25 minutes. Beyond worth the wait! I had a SBLAT - Smoked Salmon, Bacon, Lettuce, Avocado, Tomato sandwich. OMG. My mouth is watering just thinking of this. The giant mimosas were incredible as well.
French Quarter Brasserie and Oyster Bar - new Louisiana inspired bar and restaurant in Pearl Street Mall, Boulder. Again, this isn't Denver but it was too good not to include on the list. My family and I got to explore Boulder on our way to the mountains. Highly recommend Boulder!!! It is such a beautiful college town. Anyways, Matt got Oysters and 'Rajun Cajun' bloody.. I got a spicy fried shrimp appetizer and a 'Mardi Gras Mambeaux' vodka drink so you could say we were both very happy. You guys... this is the best shrimp I think I've ever had in my life.
Frozen Matter - ice cream shop and more 😉 .... located in Uptown. Described as a sleek artisanal creamery scooping gourmet flavors, it has a patio in front and a surprise in the back... a bar! This ice cream actually has a speak easy through the door that looks like a freezer. I was super bummed we weren't able to check it out - it opens at 4pm and we got there at like 2 but I looked up some pictures of it and the bar looks so cool!! I was still content with just getting ice cream ;) Note - the original plan was to go to Little Man Ice Cream (probably the most popular ice cream place in Denver but the line was literally wrapped around the street so that was a no from me).
Ale House at Amato's - in Highlands, Denver. Casual bar food with pretty patio seating with views overlooking Denver. I will be honest and say I did not expect this place to be as incredible as it was. Between the brussel sprouts, bang bang shrimp, and nachos... oh my goodness, we were all so full. The food was unreal! Also, their drink menu is amazing. I had some kind of specialty Moscow Mule that had prosecco in it and if you know me, you know those are both my faves.
Have you ever been to Denver? What was your favorite part?!
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