Bars & Breweries
DougCo's craft beer scene punches above its weight. Local breweries, taprooms, and cocktail bars serve everything from award-winning IPAs to handcrafted old fashioneds — many with mountain-view patios.
Douglas County is not a brewery destination the way Denver's RiNo is, and we will not pretend otherwise. What it has is a tight set of legitimate breweries, a few genuinely great patios, and historic saloons in Sedalia that beat any chain. Below is where to actually drink in the county, ranked honestly, fire-pit patios and rooftop lounges included.
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The Lazy Greyhound
Seasons 52
Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.
Tailgate Tavern & Grill
American grub from breakfast onward, plus live bands, poker, karaoke & more in a saloon atmosphere.
Breckenridge Brewery
Brewery & tasting room serving craft beers, plus an on-site restaurant cooking hearty American fare.
Cherry Cricket Littleton
Long-running hub with build-your-own burgers among other American staples & a large beer selection.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Littleton
Stylish theater chain for new & classic films features cocktails & creative bites served seat-side.
Great Divide Brewery & Roadhouse
Bustling destination with an informal ambiance offering hearty comfort classics, plus craft beer.
Platte River Bar and Grill
Mex-American chow plus a huge rooftop deck, live music & all kinds of games draw a diverse crowd.
Cranelli's Italian Restaurant
Cozy family-run spot with high ceilings, outdoor seating & a menu of Italian comfort food.
Yard House
High-end sports-bar chain with a huge menu of New American fare & an extensive list of draft beers.
GQue BBQ Lone Tree
Hickory-smoked BBQ plus craft beer & wine, offered in an industrial-style space in a shopping mall.
The White Chocolate Grill
Sharp, modern restaurant with a long menu of American comfort classics & desserts.
The Sportsbook Bar & Grill — Parker
The fifth Denver-area Sportsbook Bar & Grill location, opened in spring 2026 on Old Town Parker's Mainstreet. Full-menu kitchen running until 2am every night plus weekend brunch from 9:30am.
Bud's Cafe & Bar
Bare-bones joint popular for its hamburgers offered with pickles, onion & chips, plus beer & liquor.
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.
20 Mile Tap House
Local craft beers, burgers & other comfort food served in a paneled bar with pool, TVs & a patio.
Virgilio's Pizzeria & Wine Bar
Sprawling, familial Italian restaurant from Naples native featuring thin-crust pies, pastas & wine.
The Lake House Kitchen & Tavern
Fried chicken & seafood served in easygoing surrounds with TVs & water views from the patio.
iN-TEA
Comfy hangout with a large selection of hot or iced loose-leaf teas plus beer, wine & tea cocktails.
Maggiano's Little Italy
Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.
ViewHouse
Bustling restaurant & bar with outdoor tables offering a menu of hearty American standards.
Sierra
High-end, wood-fired kitchen with a warm ambiance preparing select American mains & craft cocktails.
Sazón
Wide Open Saloon
ViewHouse
Bustling restaurant & bar with outdoor tables offering a menu of hearty American standards.
Union An American Bistro
Gourmet American fare & a vibrant happy hour draw locals to this rustic, loungey setting.