5 Popular Denver Restaurants to Enjoy a Romantic, Delightful Fire

Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you have to stay in every night to avoid the winter chill. You just need to find a cozy and warm atmosphere. What’s cozier than a fireplace restaurant on a cold winter night? Denver has several restaurants and bars where you can get comfy and warm by the fire; check them out!

Rhein Haus

Cozy up at the Rhein Haus on Market Street for German inspired food and beer. Enjoy giant pretzels, bratwurst or a smorgasbord to share with your party. Don’t forget the full list of 24 German beers and local drafts to go along with your meal.

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You can enjoy all of this while sitting and relaxing by one of several fireplaces. One of the fireplaces at Rhein Haus is hand-carved and salvaged from a Bavarian castle. The Rhein Haus is also home to a Philippine fireplace from Brussels. If you were looking for a more active night out, take advantage of one of four bocce courts the Rhein Haus has to offer. You can reserve a court Sunday-Thursday while it’s walk-in availability only Friday and Saturday. The Rhein Haus serves dinner every day of the week and brunch on the weekends.

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The Matador

Open fireplaces help make The Matador a favorite place to enjoy Mexican cuisine in Denver. Located on 32nd Avenue in Denver’s Highlands neighborhood The Matador has a variety of menu options including appetizer favorites like Matador Guacamole or skillet seared fajitas for dinner. A full drink menu is also available as well as a happy hour menu. Sit around one of the open fireplaces to keep warm as you catch up with friends. Visit The Matador daily for lunch or dinner.

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Epic Brewing Company

Epic Brewing Company on Walnut Street boasts a gleaming fireplace with wood and copper detailing to go along with its local brews.

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Cozy up on the couch with your favorite beer and enjoy all that Epic Brewing Company has to offer; a selection of 25 taps make up the wide beer variety here. While food is not served, there are food trucks nightly as well as on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. You are always welcomed to bring your own food or get food delivered. You can also get a tour of the brewery on Friday-Sunday. Epic Brewing Company opens daily at noon.

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Bar Red

From its Italian cuisine to its upscale bar menu, Bar Red has a lot to offer as you sit and enjoy food and drinks by the fireplace located downstairs.

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Get comfy on the couch and feel like you’re home in this very relaxing atmosphere.Bar Red is hidden away on the edge of Downtown Denver but is definitely worth seeking out. If you’re looking for entertainment, Bar Red also has live music regularly ranging from hip hop to jazz. Bar Red opens at 4p.m. Monday-Friday and at 5p.m. on Saturday. It isclosed on Sunday.

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Colt and Gray

Comfortable and cozy is on the menu here at Colt and Gray on Platte Street with plush seats surrounding a warm fireplace.

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Whether you’re just coming in for drinks and appetizers or are visiting for a romantic dinner, the fireplace provides a great backdrop for any occasion. Colt and Gray serve a wide variety of food; everything from Colorado lamb to squash gnocchi. There’s something for every palate. Colt and Gray is open for dinner Tuesday-Saturday and is closed on both Sunday and Monday.

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Escape the winter cold with warm fireplace meals at any of these Denver restaurants and bars. You certainly don’t have to stay home to experience warm and cozy!