The Best Breweries in Denver Worth Actually Going To
Three Denver breweries that are worth the trip - not just the beer, but the whole experience.
Denver has a lot of breweries. These ones are actually good.
Every neighborhood in Denver has a taproom. Most of them are fine. A few of them are worth rearranging your Saturday for.
This list covers three breweries that locals keep coming back to - good beer, good rooms, and the kind of crowd that makes you want to stay for one more pint.
Here's where to go.
The Breweries
Little Machine Beer
Little Machine sits at 2924 W 20th Ave in Denver's Jefferson Park neighborhood. It's a solid neighborhood brewery with a lot of repeat regulars.
This is a great spot if you want a low-key afternoon with good beer and no pretense. The kind of place where you show up for one drink and end up staying for three. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 554 reviews, which tells you people come back.
Find it in the directory listing for Little Machine Beer.
Practical Notes
- Parking. Jefferson Park can be tight on weekends - give yourself a few extra minutes.
- Timing. Weekday afternoons are the move if you want breathing room.
- Group size. Taprooms fill up fast on Friday evenings - go early or be ready to wait for a table.
See More
Browse more spots like this in the Social directory.

