Horrible experience. Sat there for 20 min before getting my own menu. Finally someone comes up to…read moretake our order. Got our drinks but 45 min later still no food and it hadn't even been started yet. Worst service we've ever had there. We had to cancel the order and leave hungry. They weren't even busy but apparently the servers chose to not actually serve today. ​​​

Great food excellent service and good drinks. Very good…read moreambiance. I am definitely coming back every time I'm in town.

Well my friend and I came downtown for a weekend and wanted to see how the bars changed since our…read morelast time downtown. Over the years we have been trying other places because downtown got so dangerous to walk at night. Wanted to check out this place and we were lucky to get the bartender to actually get up from the chair she was sitting at. There was no one in the bar on Friday nite, should have said it all. We ordered 1 drink paid the over price amount and went on our way to the next spot. Ambiance was a hotel lobby or at least that's what it looked like.

Nice little hotel bar. The bartender was a nice guy. Pretty straightforward, unfortunately no…read morecocktail list but that was ok for me.

The bar is absolutely breathtaking. It's massive, beautifully designed, and offers multiple seating…read moreoptions, making it easy to find the perfect spot to relax. This is definitely where you want to be at sunset. The floor-to-ceiling wall of windows creates a stunning backdrop for Embers Lodge and elevates the entire atmosphere. We stopped in for drinks several times during our weeklong stay at the Gaylord Resort, and each visit was just as enjoyable as the last. I would highly recommend this bar to anyone staying at or visiting the resort.

Perfect lunch for a layover/wait! I had a 3 hour layover and my friend who lives in town came to…read moreget me. Charlie was an amazing bartender! My passion fruit margarita was perfect and he was great company. Also some of the best buffalo dip I've had and the property itself is beautiful. I'll be back for a stay!

Breakfast had a lot of options, but was pricey about $19 for adults and 13 for kids. Standard…read moreomelette bar with a variety for breakfast that changed throughout the week. Dinner was surprisingly good. I can't remember the price, but my wife and I split an appetizer of chicken and it came with fries and was more than enough to share.

I rarely choose a hotel restaurant, but out of laziness and exhaustion after driving all day, we…read morejust took the elevator to dinner. It turned out to be a good decision. We started with good martinis at the bar during happy hour. The Pens game was on the big TV right in front of us, so we ate there. Dinner was the excellent scallop entree and a nice bottle of California Chardonnay. Service by the bartender was perfect. So, not all hotel restaurants are poor.

Dirty Laundry was a fun stop. They've got great craft cocktails, all with fun names and the loaded…read morehot dog we shared was amaze balls. We sat at the bar, of course, and the staff were laid back while also friendly and fast. Trifecta. Definitely need to return for round two!

Warning: NO KIDS ALLOWED…read more These grandparents wanted to take their 10 yr old granddaughter for pretzel bites she wanted. It was about 5:00... not too late, place was empty. Was greeted at door with a "No kids allowed" announcement. I thought he was kidding. Nope. No kids allowed in a place that's in a family friendly area. Won't be back... even without kids

Lovely staff, great service, beautiful space. Delicious drinks! Will try the food next time! Gold…read moreLevel perks were amazing! And I truly enjoyed my time here.

They post their closing time as 11pm. Got to hotel at 10:30pm d/t flight problems. Waitress says…read morethey're already closed.

High quality beer. Great location. Superb beertenders…read more This large facility is a second location, and expanded brewing operation. It smells heavenly. The tap room is clean and modern, and offers games as well. On my visit, it was dog friendly. Love the serious inclusive messaging! Ordered a flight, then a 10 oz pour for a variety of flavor. Enjoyed interacting with patrons and my companion in a local award winning establishment.

Some breweries chase trends. Cerebral Brewing quietly out-thinks them…read more Located in the Bluebird District along Colfax, Cerebral is what happens when scientific precision meets genuine creativity~and then invites the neighborhood in to drink with it. The space strikes that perfect balance: modern but warm, intentional without being pretentious. High ceilings, soft lighting, barrels tucked into corners, clean lines behind the bar, and enough room to actually settle in (inside and out). The beer program is where Cerebral really flexes. Flights span an impressive range~clean lagers, expressive saisons, juicy IPAs, thoughtful stouts, and beautifully nuanced wild ales. Nothing feels rushed or gimmicky; every pour feels deliberate. You can taste the technical care, but also the artistic risk-taking. This is a brewery that respects process and imagination. Service? Genuinely top-tier. Not just friendly, but engaged. I ended up sitting down, chopping it up with the brewer and locals alike~no ego, no rush, just real conversation and shared appreciation for good beer. That kind of interaction is rare and says a lot about the culture here. Cerebral doesn't just pour beer~it creates an experience rooted in curiosity, craftsmanship, and community. Whether you're dissecting a flight or just vibing with a single pour, this place earns its reputation. Come thirsty. Leave smarter. Return often.

We were staying at the Gaylord Rockies for a large conference and needed a spot to grab food rather…read morequickly, so we decided to try Mountain Pass Sports Bar. We ended up going back twice, which pretty much says it all. Right off the bat, the person seating us was friendly and quick to acknowledge us, which we appreciated. That said, they could definitely use 1 to 2 more people up front. There's was only one person both days (at least at the beginning of the crowd) managing a lot of tables, so there was a bit of a delay getting seated because they were constantly running back and forth. We went both days right as the crowd was starting, and once seated, everything ran super smoothly. Service was fast, friendly, and efficient. I wish I could remember our first server's name. He was from CA and was fantastic. Really attentive, friendly and helpful. The food was fresh, the portions were generous, and everything was genuinely delicious. It's rare for us to go back to the same place twice on a trip, but this one earned it. Great sports bar atmosphere, plenty of seating, including outdoor seating, and it would work well for pretty much any sized group. I Highly recommend this spot if you're staying at the Gaylord Rockies or nearby.

Coming from Hawaii where space is limited. This restaurant was huge and spacious. I loved it. The…read morescreens to watch all kinds of sports is insane. They even had a second level. This place is huge! Our server was great and friendly. She was fabulous. I liked how well she knows the menu. You can tell when waitstaff don't know the menu when you ask them questions. I had the Rockies Burger and my friend had the roast beef sandwich roll. We started with wings. Everything was delicious. It really hit the spot.

Awesome burger, but I really liked the pesto fries (and I don't typically care for pesto). The…read moreburger was still good though. I didn't order it, but I wanted to try this pistachio coffee they had (obviously wasn't going to pair with this meal). They are a close walk from the children's hospital also. The staff was great and attentive. I had zero issues and the food came out quickly. The hotel is super cool with some art and a really cool bar.

Looking for a space to have breakfast - hubby and I and want a nice little quaint spot we found -…read moreThe Common Good hidden in Aurora off of Colfax and the area right behind children's hospital in the Benson Hotel off of Montview. We had an amazing server Paule, who greeted us with such happiness for a Saturday morning even though he was a Ohio State fan - my husband wore his Go Blue Michigan attire. My husband had eggs, sausage, pancake and potatoes- which he enjoyed and a cup of coffee, I had the fried chicken breast sandwich with coleslaw and pickles and potatoes as well. The blueberry lemonade was refreshing. One thing to note is The Common Good needs to invest money in their buns... seems most restaurants are not spending $$ for quality buns and that's important. Overall our server made our meal worthwhile and the Christmas decor makes for holiday cheer!