Welcome back to our monthly Dig Into Denver series. At the beginning of each month, we deliver a food and beverage-based itinerary for the best ways to eat and drink your way through the city — including what’s recently opened and what’s worth celebrating for no reason at all.
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But First… Food News
In case you missed it, here are some of the biggest announcements in Denver food news from last month.
Explore Authentic European Eats – No Plane Ticket Required
The Lowdown: Who says you need a plane ticket to explore flavors on the other side of the world? Our guide to European bites around town is the perfect way to uncover new dishes without the jet lag.
Bao Down Denver – The Steamiest Buns Await
BaekGa Brings Homestyle Korean Comfort Food to Lowry
The Lowdown: If you’re looking to expand your Korean BBQ palate or are new to the cuisine – BaekGa in Lowry has everything for you to relax and eat with loved ones. Check out our feature with an interview with Chef Baek.
5 Denver Spots for Traditional Irish Food & Drinks This St. Patrick’s Day
The Lowdown: St. Patrick’s Day may be over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t support these local bars and pubs that embody the spirit of the Irish every day in our guide here. Catch the big game or catch up with friends and a brew.
Saverina’s Third Thursday Chef Dinners Are a Must-Try
The Lowdown: Saverina’s newly launched Third Thursday Chef Dinner series is a 12-person chef counter dining experience offering three courses utilizing seasonal ingredients from Chef Christian Graves. Book on OpenTable for its next dinner on April 17.
The End of WNTR Series Brings Together Colorado’s Best Chefs for a Range of Good Causes
The Lowdown: The End of WNTR Series is bringing together some of Denver’s best chefs – Jim Pittenger, Biker Jim’s; James Doxon, Vibe Concepts + Tstreet; Demetric Jones, Tstreet; and Paul Anders, Sweet Basil – for four nights of memorable dinners. Each dinner is unique in its dishes with five courses from three of the five chefs under a unified theme. The last dinner is scheduled for Wednesday, April 16 with updated event info here.
For Chef Adam Branz and His Talented Team, It’s All About Process and Collaboration
The Lowdown: Chef Adam Branz is no stranger to the Denver culinary scene – and what makes his work so great has only a small part to do with him. According to Branz, “You’re only as good as the team you have around,” a sentiment to his team who help him run Ultreia, Split Lip, and soon-to-be back up again: Cul-De-Sac. Check out our feature on Branz and his team and their journey navigating the culinary industry together.
Seven Denver Women-Owned Restaurants To Sip, Savor and Celebrate Women’s History Month
The Lowdown: The culinary industry has come a long way, but what remains the same is that women chefs, restauranters and bartenders sit in the minority. Celebrate women’s history, resilience and breakthroughs today and every day with our guide to seven inspiring chefs who redefine the mark.
Your New Favorite Neighborhood Restaurant: Satchel’s on 6th
The Lowdown: A true neighborhood haunt – Satchel’s on 6th elevates the family-owned restaurant feel with Michelin Star-worthy flavors. With dishes like Black Garlic Brussels sprouts with hummus and brown butter to the Satch Burger with duck fat fries.
Rockies, Rounds and Rally Caps—10 Opening Day 2025 Celebrations Around Denver
The Lowdown: Opening weekend is now behind us which means Rockies season has officially begun! Although these bars are no longer celebrating Opening Day specials – they’re still great options for grabbing drinks before the game or pulling up a chair to watch during. Check out our guide to bars perfect for all your game day outings.
Why This Coffee Shop in RiNo Deserves More Hype
The Lowdown: Nestled in RiNo – next to Work & Class – lies one of Denver’s most underrated coffee shops: Port Side. Everything from its coffee to its people gives Port Side its cult following. Everything from breakfast burritos to green chili and cheese grits to craft cocktails are a taste of what you can find in this hidden gem. Check out our feature here.
The Lowdown: Ambler’s newest dinner menu is here and is serving up carefree dishes in the spirit of Jack Kerouac. It features dishes like smoked pork tenderloin, wood-fired baba ganoush and green chili bison burger. Check out our feature for the rundown.
Checking in With Johnny & Kasie Curiel on Mezcaleria Alma’s First Few Months in Business
The Lowdown: Mezcaleria Alma opened in November 2024 and has been a hit ever since – making a name for itself in the Highlands as more than Alma Fonda Fina’s little sister. Check out our feature discussing the first months of opening Mezcaleria with the Curiels.
Snowfall & Savor – 5 Romantic Dining Destinations in Denver
The Lowdown: The winter weather doesn’t seem to be behind us just yet, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay in the house for date night. These five destinations make planning a romantic night easy and fun with views of the city and some of the best dining in the city.
Newly Opened
Game On: The 99ers – A Sports Bar for Women, by Women
The Lowdown: Warm, fluffy and filled with umami goodness – bao buns serve as perfect pockets of flavor. Read here to see if your favorite made the list.
The Lowdown: Last December, Annie Weaver and Miranda Spencer opened the 99ers Sports Bar with a simple but powerful mission: to give women’s sports the spotlight they’ve always deserved. Today, it serves as Denver’s only women’s sports bar.
Beat the Bomb: The Ultimate Immersive Gaming, Dining and Drinks Experience Now Open in Denver
The Lowdown: On April 5, Beat the Bomb opened as one of Denver’s newest interactive team game event centers. Think of it as an escape room reimagined with food, drinks, good vibes and the potential for a little mess. Check out our feature for all the details you need to know before visiting.
Avanti F&B Denver Reopens With Four New Concepts
The Lowdown: Avanti F&B Denver unveiled its new look on March 14, with a rennovated first floor with four new concepts, Cafe Avanti, The Pizza Bandit, Farang Thai Kitchen and Eloise – An American Bistro. Each concept brings a fresh new flare to the Highlands neighborhood that you can check out in our feature here.
Excuses to Celebrate
April 8: National Empanada Day
The Lowdown: Evidence of the word, “empanada” first appeared in a cookbook in 1520, although the concept of wrapping food in dough dates back to the 8th century. Why not celebrate the timeless pastry on April 8th?
Don’t Miss: We recommend Rincon Argentino and Maria Empanada.
April 16: National Eggs Benedict Day
The Lowdown: Denverites love brunch – so what better way to celebrate one of brunch’s iconic dishes – eggs benedict than on April 16? Take a mid-week brunch break – you deserve it.
Don’t Miss: Try HashTAG and Sassafras‘s iconic Green Tomato Benedict.
April 27: National Prime Rib Day
The Lowdown: Carnivores unite for Prime Rib Day and make a night of it while enjoying tender goodness.
Don’t Miss: Have a night out at Bull & Bush Brewery and bask in the nostalgia at Poppie’s Restaurant & Lounge.
Eat Well, Give Back
Denver is a giving community, and there are countless events every month benefitting non-profits across the city. However, for Dig In, we specifically highlight food and beverage events that support food-focused causes and non-profits — those that tackle hunger, service industry assistance and more.
We Don’t Waste x Odell Brewing x Rebel Bread x “Wheat Don’t Waste Ale” Bread to Beer Tapping Party
When: Friday, April 11 at 5 – 8 p.m.
Where: Odell Brewing Sloan’s Lake Brewhouse & Pizzeria; 1625 Perry St., Denver
The Lowdown: This Food Prevention Week, join Odell Brewing and We Don’t Waste for its “Wheat Don’t Waste Ale” Bread to Beer Tapping Party on Friday, April 5. We Don’t Waste began in 2009 by Arlan Preblud with one mission in mind, connecting the community with food access while protecting the planet. In honor of its mission, Odell Brewing, in collaboration with Rebel Bread has brewed “Wheat Don’t Waste Ale,” using leftover sourdough from Rebel’s bakery representing just a fraction of the surplus food recovered locally by We Don’t Waste. The event is free to the public to enjoy some good brews, learn about We Don’t Waste, play food-themed games and learn how you can take action in the fight against food waste.