1701 Wynkoop Street, Denver, CO 80202 Denver’s most glamorous lounge was inspired by the 1930’s power era. Located on a stunning mezzanine balcony, the lounge offers high-end cocktails, pampered service, and exquisite views of the Great Hall and 17th Street, Colorado’s Wall Street of the West. www.cooperlounge.com

1701 Wynkoop Street, Denver, CO 80202 Located in Union Stations most historic space, Milkbox offers ice cream from Denver based Little Man Ice Cream, available as shakes, malts, sundaes, cones and cups, as well as boozy alcohol shakes. This perfectly preserved space features huge mirrors, terrazzo floor, plaster molding and subway tiles, all original finishes from an early 1800’s barber shop. www.milkboxicecream.com

9258 58th Pl, Arvada, CO 80002 Celebrating Colorado’s craft beer culture, the Arvada Beer Garden is nestled in its very own park with more than 14,000 square feet of outdoor garden area, vast open-air seating, and an inviting covered pavilion. The Garden offers a thoughtful draft and bottled beer selection with a focus on Colorado and handcrafted brews. The Arvada Beer Garden also serves up your favorite casual fare with locally-made gourmet brats, freshly-baked pretzels, house-ground burgers, hand-cut fries, and chef-created salads. So come in, relax, and hang out with your neighbors in everyone’s new favorite gathering spot and enjoy a cold beer in the Colorado open air! www.arvadabeergarden.com

4403 Lowell Blvd., Denver, CO 80211 Since 1933, the intersection of four North Denver neighborhoods has been home to Billy’s Inn, a neighborhood fixture for 75 years. Opening one year before the venerable Bonnie Brae Tavern but 40 years after Buckhorn Exchange, Billy’s Inn has a noble history. Billy and Judy Smith opening the bar in a former service station in 1933 and sold it in 1950 to a partnership of Frank Weiner and Lionel Zinn who ran it until 1956. Most recent owner James Von Feldt’s in-laws operated the business until early 1986. Van Feldt ran the watering hole for more than 20 years and sold the business and property to Larimer Associates in 2008. The building underwent a thorough and complete renovation with the addition of a new patio and continues to be a Denver mainstay. www.billysinn.com

42 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80209 With humble beginnings as a family-owned food truck traveling around Denver, La Loteria now has a permanent home in the Baker neighborhood on South Broadway. The restaurant features a variety of time-honored Mexican classics and specialties. www.laloteriadenver.com

7577 East Academy Blvd., Denver, CO 80203 Part of the historic Hangar 2 mixed-use project in Lowry, the Beer Garden is the Lowry neighborhood’s unofficial community gathering spot. Known for its family-friendly environment with large indoor and outdoor spaces, it’s furnished with communal tables, a great selection of Colorado craft beer and remarkably good food. www.lowrybeergarden.com

84 Rampart Way, Denver, CO 80230 Lowry’s newest neighborhood restaurant celebrates the history of Lowry Air Force Base with a modern take on the classic officers clubs of military bases during their mid-century heyday. Open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, Officers Club serves classic American fare and expertly prepared classic cocktails with special emphasis on the Old Fashioned. www.officersclublowry.com

2000 Youngfield St., Denver CO 80215 An interesting example of adaptive reuse, Pizzeria Forte is housed in an 800 sf building that was previously a convenient store and gas station. A Steven and Matt Vostrejs partnership, Pizzeria Forte is a charming neighborhood takeout and delivery restaurant where every ingredient is researched and meticulously curated to ensure only the very best. The pizzas and calzones are fully hand-crafted using time-tested techniques and methods. www.forte.pizza

1290 N. Williams St., Denver, CO 80218 A new garden café tucked away on the edge of Denver’s historic Cheesman Park. Come enjoy a refreshing drink or a tasty bite with one-of-a-kind views. www.secretgardenbarandcafe.com

1115 Acoma St, Denver, CO 80204 The Schoolyard Beer Garden is located at the historic Evans School with more than 5,000 square feet of outdoor garden area and open-air seating, as well as an inviting indoor area situated in what was originally the school’s boiler room and engine room in 1904. The communal Oktoberfest-style picnic tables that collectively can accommodate hundreds of guests, foster an environment of community and conviviality. The garden offers a thoughtful draft and bottled beer selection with a focus on Colorado and handcrafted brews. The Schoolyard Beer Garden also serves up your favorite casual fare with house-ground burgers, gourmet brats, chef-created salads, sandwiches, freshly-baked pretzels, and a fun variety of snacks and sides. www.schoolyardbeergarden.com

5850 West 25th Ave., Edgewater, CO 80214 Part of a redeveloped and repositioned retail development on Edgewater’s main street, Sloan’s was lovingly hand-crafted to be a classic neighborhood “watering hole” – a place where the community comes together to meet, exchange news of the day and get to know each other. The menu is a surprisingly sophisticated mix of bar favorites like fish & chips and bistro classics like prime rib. This neighborhood institution also features expertly prepared mixed drinks & craft beer. www.sloansbarandgrill.com

1990 Youngfield St., Lakewood, CO 80215 A creative redevelopment of a former 7-11 site, Teller’s is another Steve & Matt Vostrejs partnership. The wildly popular eatery offers a warm “steam punk” influenced décor, 30 craft beers on tap, finely crafted cocktails and a menu featuring creative American tavern fare. Live entertainment and local flavor keep the crowds coming. www.tellerstaproom.com

YumCha Dumpling & Noodle bar, celebrated by Chef Lon Symensma, provides an exciting and unique dining experience in the Central Park neighborhood. cholonconcepts.com/locations/yumcha-beer-garden-central-park