Colorado Craft Reopening One Keg At A Time
Drinkers Guide Staff - May 26, 2020
It’s a start.
Colorado is slowly re-opening, after “safer at home” restrictions are lifted on May 27 that had shuttered bars, restaurants, breweries, taverns and tasting rooms to outside guests since mid-March. The response to COVID-19 has affected all aspects of life, and it’s certain that the old places we used to visit (if still there) will be drastically different when we begin cautiously and optimistically going out again.
A lot of this is subject to change. Restrictions vary by city and county: bars and breweries are not yet able to seat guests in most locations. Restaurants have been given a green-with-flashing-yellow-light approval for limited seating, and it would all be subject to change if the coronavirus spreads again.
State of Colorado, Per Gov Polis restaurants can open Wed 5/27/20 at 50% capacity, no more than 50 people
- Encouraging outdoor seating
- tables 6 feet apart
- reservations needed, strict guidelines to followMore info here
CO Department of Public Health approves variance for El Paso County starting 5/27/20.Rules and restrictions found here.
Restaurants can reopen at 50% capacity and cannot exceed 50 people.
- Bars still closed
- Must serve food or have food trucks visit in order to open
- Breweries are looking into change of business model to more of a restaurant in order to reopen sooner
Larimer county- Fort Collins Variance
Restaurants to open with 30% capacity, can apply for 60% capacity if outdoor seating involved.
Breweries cannot open, will hear more in JuneMore info here
Denver aligning with state’s decision to open restaurant dine-in optionsInfo here
Grand Junction - Mesa County
Dine in open since early May, 30% capacity. Earlier opening from the rest of the state due to low coronavirus numbers.
Phase 2 - Now approved to open at 50% occupancy, including breweries, bars and restaurantsPhase 1 Article herePhase 2 Article
Brewery updates
Ska Brewing- Open for take out. They are in the process of transforming their space into a safe and socially distanced dining experience. They hope to be able to open for dine-in service next week.Check for updates and more info here
Tivoli " Taproom now openInfo hereCheck for updates and more info here
Bruz Beers - Open Now! Both locations are now open from 2-9pm. If you’re not quite ready to head out they still offer to-go options.Check for updates and more info here
Bristol Brewing - Making plans to reopen soon. Will announce in the next week.Check for updates and more info here
High Hops - Making plans to reopen and welcome in house guests. Open for to-go.Website hereCheck for updates and more info here
Kokopelli - Making plans to reopen soon. Open for to-go orders. Other announcements:
-They have a new menu available
-They will be requiring masksCheck for updates and more info here
Dueces Wild Brewery - Patio is OpenClick here for more info
Dueces Wild Taproom- Taproom and patio open!More info click here
Trails End Taproom- Open for dine-in and take-out!More info here
Frolic Brewing Company- Open for dine in and take out
They have came up with a new system for seating and dining in.
For all the info click here
Blue Valley Spirits- Now reopened!More info here
Upslope Flatiron Park tap room- Opening Friday May 29
Upslope Lee Hill tap room- Opening Monday June 1st
Updates for both tap rooms:
Limiting Seating- First come first serve. You will be seated when whole party is present.
Face masks needed any time not seated, no groups larger than 8, no outside growlers, no tasters or flights, no pets, credit cards preferred, please stay at your table, no outside food.More info can be found here
Many other Breweries will be opening or have already opened their doors again! Check your local brewer’s website or their facebook page for hours/updates. Many places are encouraging reservations due to limited seating. Bring your mask and celebrate the GRAND REOPENING!
