Stem Ciders - RiNo

Name: Stem Ciders - RiNo
Address: 3040 Blake St, Denver, CO, United States, 80205-3018
Telephone: (720) 443-3007
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

60 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Stem Ciders newest Taproom and community restaurant is open and offering hand crafted hard ciders and curated cocktails complementing elevated, casual cuisine. Full bar, live music, quick spot for lunch with great service!

We allow 2 hours for dining, and ask you to respect that during our busiest times so we can see as many guests that we can. We welcome you to grab another cider and hang outside!

Newborns, babies and toddlers are just little humans, and they count as a person in your party.

For parties greater than 10ppl up to 20 ppl please call us for reservations. Any parties larger than 20ppl are considered an event, and requests can be made through this link: https://stemciders.com/private-events/

Tuesdays - CiderJam 7-9pm
Wednesdays - Geeks who Drink Trivia - 7-9pm
Thursdays - CiderGrass 7-9pm
Brunch:
Thursday - Friday 11-3pm
Sat/Sun - 11-3pm

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(720) 443-3007
Website
http://www.stemciders.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+, Veteran, Women
Executive chef
Anna Alspaugh
Private party facilities
Interested in hosting an event at the Stem Ciders new Taproom & Restaurant, or the Sky View Terrace? We're ready to host your next Happy Hour with clients, best friends, or work pals. Full bar in addition to Stem Ciders! Please fill out this link or email us at events@stemciders.com https://acreageco.com/inquire-about-private-event/

Location
3040 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205-3018
Neighborhood
River North (Denver)
Cross street
31st & Blake St.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Weekly Wednesday Trivia | Geeks Who Drink
Multiple dates available
Join us each Wednesday from 8-10pm for Geeks Who Drink Trivia! Bring your friends and enjoy $3 Howdy Pints & $5 Real Dry Pints. Let's test how deep your trivia knowledge goes. Reservations recommended!
Delicious Brunch at Stem Ciders, Thurs - Sun
Multiple dates available
Join us for our incredible brunch lineup, Thursdays through Sundays, from 11am-3pm as we roll out our new menu. Enjoy Crispy Eggplant Benedict, Bacon Chocolate Chip Soufflé Pancakes, Breakfast Tots, and more. Explore our full menu and enjoy Stem Ciders on tap.

What 60 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver
Lively

60 Reviews

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SzySweetCheeks
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had a quick solo lunch and it was great. I ordered the tempura deviled eggs, which were delicious but a little messy. I also has the bison short rib poutine which was great as well. Easily shareable portions. I did the build your own cider flight and was happy with all my choices, but the hard mango lemonade was a definite favorite. It was relatively quiet when I was there but it was a down time and I could see it getting a lot noisier when it’s busier. Staff was really nice and attentive, there was a cute outdoor seating area with bar access, definitely recommend.
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HannahN
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall3food3service1ambience3
Once we were seated our server came immediately but we still needed some time to look at the menu. It was 30 minutes before she came back to check on us for drinks or food. She passed by us so many times but we could not catch her attention. At this time we contemplated leaving all together. Once we ordered she dropped one of our items causing glass to fly everywhere. I love stem ciders product but overall had a horrible experience at this location.
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CierraT
Washington DC
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience1
The new location lacks the laid back vibe of the old location. The food is overpriced and lacks quality. It makes the keep the glass experience lackluster.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience4
Restaurant wasn’t crowded, and service was very slow. We had the watermelon feta, order of chicken sliders, sweet potato fries, and a beer & margarita to drink. Very underwhelming, to be honest.
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Katie
Cleveland
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Stem Ciders was one of our favorite meals. The eggplant Benedict was incredibly unique and delicious. The Cider donuts were also amazing! My friend devoured the chicken and waffles.
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Lexi
Denver
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience1
I ordered small plates (3) as my meal. They came out separate from my partners. My partner had to wait almost 30 minutes for their food to arrive, so we didn't eat at the same time. We sat inside at the bar, and a couple sitting at the outside bar was letting their small dog walk and stand on the bar top. My cocktail glass was empty for over 15 minutes and by the time I was asked if I wanted another, we were ready to leave.
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JimP
Cleveland
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The new brunch menu is fantastic. Service was very attentive for how busy the restaurant was.
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VannahR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
All of the ciders were phenomenal. The food was good and the server was very nice and attentive.
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Bakean
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly and helpful staff and wonderful food and an array of very tasty ciders! Enjoy a safe and friendly environment!
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DUalum2017
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
I love Stem Cider! I have yet to find a cider that has such great taste with such little sugar. And the food in the Cidery is fantastic! I will say however, that it took over 30 minutes for us to get our first drink. If the service was a bit faster, I would have had one or two more drinks. Overall this place is fantastic and I recommend it to everyone.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience4
We had a reservation for 7:00pm and didn’t get sat until shortly after 7:20. It took nearly 10 mins to be greeted by anyone. It didn’t seem that the servers had sections or organization because everyone was running around, we heard one server say can you please clear the table and she snapped saying she would when she had time. Drinks came out fast once put in. We ordered fries, would not recommend as the portion for a nearly $13 fry is the same as a McDonalds fry, so if not an appropriate price point - the aoili was also served hot which was a surprise.
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Elkay
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience1
Poor service, not helpful, and we were overcharged.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My first time visiting the Denver location and it did not disappoint. A live band brought some awesome energy into the place, too!
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Lito
Denver
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
I was looking for a restaurant to eat at before a show in RiNo, and most were all booked for reservations. Then I found Stem Ciders, and it had availability, so I thought I'd give it a try. My husband and I truly loved the food and the ciders. The skirt steak was super tasty and prepared perfectly, the buttered mushrooms were deliciously savory, the brussel sprouts were excellent and a generous portion. My husband was still hungry, so he ordered a burger, which was also perfectly prepared and the FRIES! To die for. Great service, with only a small hiccup, which they proactively offered free cider cards to us for. I feel like we made the best choice for dinner. Plus, they had a parking lot (paid), which we could use for dinner and event parking.
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Grace
Denver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
Really excellent food and drinks in a quaint industrial location in RiNo. Parking is tricky and the acoustics are on the loud side, but a definite recommendation. Stem does it right!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience4
Problematically they ran out off all beer options and half the food menu. Cider is excellent though!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall2food1service2ambience4
We love the cider here and we were excited to try their brunch. The chocolate chip pancake was delicious. The waffle with apple compote and buttermilk chicken breast was just ok. The chicken breast was tiny, which was the same problem with the chicken breast sandwich someone else in our party ordered. The breakfast tots were dry. It was literally just a bowl of tater tots with one egg on top. The green chile hummus was delicious but it was served with the saddest assortment of bread and crudités I’ve ever seen. 4 tiny slices of toasted baguette, 4 tiny celery sticks and 4 carrots. We had twice the amount of hummus as we did things to dip in it. Overall the food was mediocre and we expected more for what we paid. On our next visit I think we’ll go to Stem for the drinks and eat elsewhere.
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pye2
Denver
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience5
We're big fans of Acreage, so we were keen to try this Denver location. The restaurant itself, service, food, was all great. However, was told an incorrect amount at the time of payment and a much higher amount appeared on my debit card. I never received a receipt, so I hope they fix this issue.
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Traveler
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
First time, loved it! The lamb burger with the duck fries was very delicious. The hibiscus cider was our favorite. They were out of some ciders but the waiter was very good about recommending a cider that had the flavor profile I was looking for. Overall a wonderful night of great food and drink! Definitely would recommend checking it out.
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Nora
Chicago
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great spot! Amazing food. They were out of a few things we asked for but the substitutions were great.
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coloradogirl14
Denver
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a flight of ciders and they were all delicious! So fun to try different ones. Brussels sprouts were great too! Super fun date night!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service. So happy we tried it out in Rhino. Got to try ciders that aren't out yet in stores! So awesome if you love Cider!
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SamuelL
Denver
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great place for a really delicious beverage. The ciders were so awesome! Service and staff were great, all contributed to a wonderful atmosphere. My one major problem was the food. It is priced pretty high for what you get. I ordered the fried deviled eggs and 2 green chile chicken sandwiches for lunch with my partner. The eggs were good, but you literally get 4 bites for $12, and it was not so novel nor did it use any special ingredients that warrant a cost of $3 per egg half. The chicken sandwiches were tasy but the portion was off and disappointing... MAYBE a 6oz breast on a large brioche bun. I took 5 bites before I got to the meat. The green chile toppings were great. The chicken tasted like it was seasoned with black pepper. I can get a WAY better sandwich for a lot less elsewhere. The fries were fine, though definitely just pre-made frozen from the food distribution company. I've had those fries a thousand times everywhere else. Very disappointed in the quality of food for the price. Especially when they also charge an extra 5% to every ticket to pay the staff a living wage. I know what this food costs from my experience in food service and the owners definitely don't have to double dip like that to pay their staff properly when they're making their own ciders and also selling that at a premium. Left feeling like someone is making a killing off that business... Not the staff though!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience5
We love their cider, good menu choices but the food was bland & tasteless- portions were small. Overall value for the money for both food & beverage was not great. We’ll purchase their cider & eat elsewhere.
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KWKW
Denver
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious brunch and great service. Each brunch item was flavorful and large portions.
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HungryMom
Denver
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience3
We made reservations and were seated right away. It was great to have a few cider flights. The salty cucumber was my favorite. We had the crispy tofu, carrots, and poutine. All were unique and delicious. We will definitely be back to try the desserts.
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Velale
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, enjoyable menu options, and a variety of delicious drinks. We will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you are on the fence just go. Get apricot cider
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elaine
San Diego
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delightful service, excellent food, and a very comfortable setting for our family ages 7to 75
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Bowen
Denver
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife loved her cider Flight first and foremost, great way to kick off a beautiful brunch on the outdoor patio. The “chicken” fried apple waffles that used oyster mushrooms for the vegetarian substitute were absolutely inspired. Can’t wait to get back and chow through more of the menu!
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EmilyHW
Denver
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved visiting the new RiNo location! We are huge Stem enthusiasts that go to Acrage often, so it was great to switch it up and go before a Rockies game. The deviled eggs, and mushroom burger were delicious, and we were stoked to try the limited releases of the Mint Julep and Old Fashioned ciders, these new concoctions are always so impressive! Our server was very accommodating and able to get us the to-go packs we wanted. Keep being awesome Stem, we love everything you’re doing!!!
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Catty
Indiana
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service as always! Keep the glass night is one of my favorite things to do in Denver!
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VicM
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This new Stem location has been so amazing. The food options, the bakery takeaways, and all the delicious ciders are awesome. Highly recommend getting a reservation, particularly on Keep the Glass days. Also cannot recommend the bravas enough! And the lavender cider. And don’t worry, your beer/wine/cocktail loving friends have plenty of options here, too.
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KrissyW
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great place for apps and drinks! Brussels spouts are the best. Cider mimosa was great too.
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OleFrillius
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The wait staff are exceptionally attractive. And Nick's booty just don't quit. Outside of that the brussel sprouts are pretty good.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience2
The food was great and the cider was amazing, but I would recommend dimming the lights a bit to help the ambiance in the place. It was a very bright in the restaurant for a Friday night dinner.
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StephL
San Diego
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service!!! Everyone was super helpful and happy. Ciders were delicious.
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CiderReview
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The waiters and waitresses and very nice, it was busy so they were busy too, and the best is the cider here, it is amazing. So many types and flavors. the menu could be diversified, made more exciting. but overall really good.
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KS567
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall3food2service1ambience3
Unfortunately our main dish came out cold. They seemed to not have enough wait staff.
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GrayLady
Seattle
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an incredible experience here! The service is great and the food was delicious. One of the best burgers I’ve had in Denver! It was a great spot for my friends and I to celebrate my birthday.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Stem Ciders - RiNo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 443-3007.

Stem Ciders - RiNo is rated 4.3 stars by 60 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

3040 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205-3018

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
31st & Blake St.
Neighborhood
River North (Denver)
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+, Veteran, Women
Executive chef
Anna Alspaugh
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.stemciders.com/
Phone number
(720) 443-3007
Private party facilities
Interested in hosting an event at the Stem Ciders new Taproom & Restaurant, or the Sky View Terrace? We're ready to host your next Happy Hour with clients, best friends, or work pals. Full bar in addition to Stem Ciders! Please fill out this link or email us at events@stemciders.com https://acreageco.com/inquire-about-private-event/

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Stem Ciders - RiNo

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

LGBTQ-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in Denver

Weekly Wednesday Trivia | Geeks Who Drink

Delicious Brunch at Stem Ciders, Thurs - Sun

Bites

Cured Olives$5.00

Acreage Frites$7.00

Small Plates

Radish Salad Plate$13.00

Grilled Bok Choy Plate$12.00

Large Plates

Miso Mushroom Cassoulet Plate$19.00

Acreage Burger Plate$15.00

Sweets

Cider Doughnuts$8.00

Peach Crisp$8.00

Chocolate Swiss Roll$8.00

S' Mores$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Stem Ciders - RiNo offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Stem Ciders - RiNo restaurant rated?

Is Stem Ciders - RiNo currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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