Best Olde Town Arvada Restaurants
Living at Ralston Commons puts a variety of local dining options close to home, from casual breakfast stops and neighborhood breweries to sit-down restaurants and dessert spots. Many of the best Olde Town Arvada restaurants are just down the road, with Olde Town located approximately 1.4 miles from the community.
Whether you’re heading out for a quick bite or planning an evening in Olde Town, there are plenty of local options to explore. This guide highlights a mix of favorites in Olde Town along with a few worthwhile restaurants in the surrounding area.
Restaurants in Olde Town Arvada for Every Occasion
From breakfast burritos and hand-tossed pizza to cocktails and chef-driven dinners, the restaurants in Olde Town Arvada offer options for just about any kind of outing. The variety of downtown Arvada restaurants also makes the area an easy place to spend an afternoon or evening, whether you’re meeting friends for drinks, sitting down for dinner, or stopping somewhere casual
along the way.
Homegrown Tap & Dough
Homegrown Tap & Dough brings a Colorado-inspired atmosphere to Olde Town with a menu centered around hand-tossed pizzas, pastas, burgers, small plates, and craft cocktails. It’s an easy choice for a casual dinner with friends or a laid-back night out, with options ranging from classic pepperoni and margherita pizzas to more creative combinations and hearty entrées.
Bonfire Burritos
For an earlier start, Bonfire Burritos serves from-scratch Southwestern breakfast in the heart of Olde Town. Breakfast burritos, bowls, and tacos come loaded with combinations of eggs, crispy hash browns, house-made green chile, meats, cheeses, and other toppings, while coffee and boozy drinks round out the menu. It’s perfect for a quick breakfast, a casual weekend stop, or grabbing a burrito to go.
The Bluegrass Coffee & Bourbon Lounge
The Bluegrass Coffee & Bourbon Lounge changes character throughout the day. Mornings start with house-roasted coffee, pastries, and breakfast, while evenings bring bourbon, food, and live music. Located in a historic building on Grandview Avenue, the lounge has over 150 whiskey selections, making it a versatile destination for everything from morning coffee to a relaxed evening out.
School House Kitchen & Libations
Housed inside Arvada’s original 1882 schoolhouse, School House Kitchen & Libations pairs its historic setting with an American food menu and an extensive drink selection. The bar features more than 2,000 whiskeys alongside beer and wine, while the historic schoolhouse setting adds plenty of local character. It’s a strong pick for a sit-down meal, drinks with friends, or an evening out in one of Olde Town’s most distinctive settings.
Teocalli Cocina
Teocalli Cocina brings Mexican flavors to Olde Wadsworth Boulevard with a menu featuring tacos, guacamole, ceviche, quesadillas, pozole, and larger plates alongside margaritas, palomas, mezcal, and other cocktails. With choices ranging from carne asada and birria tacos to shrimp and tuna, it works equally well for sharing a few plates or settling in for a full meal.
Stone Cellar Bistro
Stone Cellar Bistro offers a more elevated option for dinner in Olde Town, with a seasonal menu that changes based on ingredient availability and chef preference. Offerings can range from duck and steelhead trout to prime New York strip, alongside creative starters and an extensive beverage program. Its chef-driven approach makes it an excellent choice for date nights, celebrations, or evenings when dinner itself is the main event.
Breweries and Casual Drinks Near Olde Town
For a relaxed pint, Olde Town’s local taprooms and breweries have you covered. These spots make it easy to pair dinner with drinks or make the brewery itself the destination.
Denver Beer Co. Olde Town Arvada
Denver Beer Co. brings its laid-back taproom experience to Olde Town with a rotating selection of craft beer brewed in Colorado. The Arvada location features a spacious patio and a food menu with burgers, sandwiches, salads, and shareable snacks, making it an easy choice for a casual afternoon or evening when you want food and drinks in one place.
New Image Brewing Company
New Image Brewing Company offers a more beer-focused experience from its Olde Town taproom on Yukon Street. Known for an evolving lineup of house-brewed beers, the brewery gives craft beer fans a chance to explore different styles and new releases in a relaxed taproom setting. It’s a natural stop for anyone interested in discovering something beyond their usual beer order.
Sweet Treats Near Olde Town
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a couple of top Olde Town favorites, serving up everything from classic ice cream and candy to gelato and fruit-forward treats.
Scrumptious
Scrumptious combines an ice cream shop and candy store in the heart of Olde Town. With a wide selection of ice cream flavors, candy, and other sweets, it works well as an after-dinner stop or a destination on its own when you’re in the mood for dessert.
Heaven Creamery Arvada
Heaven Creamery offers handcrafted gelato, sorbet, açaí bowls, and other fruit-based treats. Its menu provides an alternative to a traditional ice cream shop, making it a good choice for a lighter dessert or something fresh while spending time in Olde Town.
Live Close to Olde Town Arvada Dining
At Ralston Commons, the dining and energy of Olde Town Arvada are just down the road. Olde Town Arvada is approximately 1.4 miles from Ralston Commons, putting many Olde Town Arvada restaurants, breweries, cafés, and dessert spots about:
- 5 minutes by car
- 10 minutes by bike
- 25 minutes on foot
This proximity makes it easy to enjoy dinner, drinks, or a weekend outing in Olde Town while living in a new, pet-friendly apartment community in Arvada. Explore the neighborhood to discover more of what surrounds Ralston Commons, or browse available floor plans to find your next home.
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