Freshcraft

Name: Freshcraft
Address: 1530 Blake Street Unit A, Denver, CO, United States, 80202
Telephone: (303) 758-9608
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1

493 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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We are a family owned neighborhood beer bar and restaurant providing a comfortable space for our community to relax and enjoy fresh food, beer and cocktails. Our menu centers around fresh ingredients, comfort food and shared plates. This is the spot to enjoy a hearty meal or just some snacks to share with family and friends with your beverage of choice. Beer is our passion and we maintain a carefully curated draft list of 20 taps along with an extensive and rare bottles list. Our cocktail list highlights the best liquors from craft distilleries complimented by fresh and innovative ingredients.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Thu, Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 758-9608
Website
http://www.freshcraft.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We are now offering catering and can work with you to fit your needs! Please email inquiry@freshcraft.com for details.
Private party facilities
Our back room may be reserved for private events. Please email inquiry@freshcraft.com for details.
Private party contact
Jason: (303) 758-9608

Location
1530 Blake Street, Unit A, Denver, CO 80202
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Cross street
Blake and 16th Street
Parking details
Metered parking is available on Blake St. Additional parking within walking distance is available in pay lots throughout lower downtown (LoDo) Denver.
Public transit
We are within easy walking distance of Union Station, 16th Street Mall, Convention Center, DCPA, Coors Field, and Pepsi Center
Entertainment
We have 3 HDTVs in our bar area as well as an 80" HD projection screen in our back room. We show all of the Colorado Rockies, Nuggets & Avalanche games.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Southern Chicken Fried Pickles
House made pickle chips with Cajun aioli.
Garlic Chili Chicken Wings or Cauliflower Wings
Sesame seeds served with sriracha ranch - Available Buffalo style
Hand Battered Chicken Tenders
Buttermilk fried chicken tenders served with choice of sauce
Ale House Fries
House cut fries, Wibby Volksbier beer cheese, chipotle bacon, and caramelized onions

Sandwiches

Served with hand cut fries or house made chips

Fresh Crafted Cheese Burger
Angus beef patty, LTOP, cheddar, smoked onion ketchup & ipa mustard on a brioche bun (Sub veggie patty) +Bacon ($1.50), +Add cheese ($1), +Fried egg ($1), +Avocado ($0.75), +Extra beef patty ($3), +Mushrooms ($1), +Chorizo ($1)
The Reuben
Corned Beef, bacon, swiss cheese, sauerkraut & apple Russian dressing served on marble rye
Grilled Cheese
Cheddar, Pepper-jack and Asadero with a parmesan crust, +Bacon ($1.50), +Tomato ($0.50), +salami ($1.50)
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich
Buttermilk fried chicken breast, house made pickles, cajun aioli on a brioche bun. Served with blistered jalapeno
Pork Belly Banh Mi
Hoisin glazed crispy pork belly, pork belly rillette, pickled onions, shredded lettuce, cilantro, scallions, spicy sambal aioli, served on a French baguette with a side of house cut fries
Mojo Turkey Panini
Mojo marinated turkey, salami, caramelized onions, avocado, asadero cheese and spicy aioli on a pressed baguette

Salads

Fresh Crafted Caesar
Romaine, bacon, avocado, crispy tortillas with chipotle Caesar dressing
Beet Salad
Mixed Greens, roasted red beets, local goat cheese, dried cranberries, apple, red onions, toasted almonds, pomegranate balsamic vinaigrette. Salmon, As a Wrap, As a Wrap with Fries, Chicken, Shrimp, Steak

Mains

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner
Herb Beer Can chicken served with a homemade buttermilk biscuits & a side of your choice
Steak Frites
8 ounce steak topped with mushroom brandy demi sauce and served with hand cut fries and crispy brussel sprouts

Specials

Brown Bag Lunch
Freshcraft Burger, housemade pickles and special sauce. Served with a bag of chips and 12oz mystery beer! Available 11am-4pm | Mon-Fri
Happy Hour
$3 Apple Pie Shots, $3 Mystery Cans, $5 for Both (shot + Can)! $5 Ale House Fries, House cut fries, Wibby Volksbier beer cheese, chipotle bacon, and caramelized onions. $10 for shot + beer + Ale House Fries

For the Family

Serves 3-4

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner
Herb Beer Can chicken served with 4 homemade buttermilk biscuits and 2 sides of your choice

Sides

Buttermilk Biscuit
Mac & Cheese
Fries
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Side Salad

What 493 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4Food
4.1Service
3.7Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

493 Reviews

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Kalel8683
New York Area
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2020
overall2food2service2ambience3
Chicken sandwich was literally burnt
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minnslim
Denver
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2020
overall4food3service4ambience3
Great beer list. Unfortunately very slow business due to COVID
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this joint! Huge beer selection, great food and awesome crew.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2020
overall1food1service2ambience1
We ordered the cherry vodka limeade and pretzel bites. The limeade tasted like straight limes, no vodka or cherry. The pretzel bites were not pretzels. They were almost like spongey croutons. I would never go back. We thought the menu was average and didn’t even stay for dinner.
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ColleenR
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely love Freshcraft! They always have an amazing selection of beers and their food is simply outstanding. I love that they frequently change up the menu so there is always new and amazing food to experience.
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EricB
Kansas City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food and price were amazing. Great beer selection. Will def. Be back
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
We walked into Freshcraft for a quick bite to eat. We expected basic bar food based on how the place looked but were pleasantly surprised at how outstanding the food was. We both got the steak and frites. Fries, steak, and Brussels sprouts were cooked perfectly and were delicious. Beer menu was quite expansive as well. Would definitely go again.
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EthanONeill
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very good spot to chill with a friend and enjoy beer/great snacks!
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EroseP
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience1
The drinks were not good and incredibly bland. The waitress did not seem happy to be there and she was very short with us. We ordered fried pickles and pretzel bites with for our apps and as soon as they came out we were worried. The food was so bad that we had them cancel our dinner order and bring us the checks right away. They were kind enough to not charge us for the apps that we were unable to consume. I would not recommend this place to anyone!
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Angus
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Stopped in for a bite to eat and a beer while on a weekend visit to Denver. Down to earth place close to Union Station. It was very early so we had the place just about to ourselves and chose to escape the summer heat and sit inside. From the get go the Manager and bartender were very attentive and accommodating, helping us select beers and offered recommendations for food. We ordered Brussels Sprouts, flash fried in their special sauce, and shared their classic Reuben sandwich with hand cut fries. For simple food it was delicious and portion sizes generous. Plenty enough for two to share. We had a couple of local beers and left to visit more bars around Denver, but found ourselves drawn back there for a nightcap before last call! Highly recommend this little gem on Blake Street if you are in town!
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TF777
Phoenix
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2020
overall2food1service4ambience2
We reserved just to get some meat and beer...we got the beer but not the meat :"We ran out' we were told. We had to drink the bear without food and had to go to a steak place after that. Server was nice, cook came to apologize and pretzel appetizer was on the house( pretzels were disappointing having been fried)
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great beer, unexpectedly great food!
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, excellent variety of draft and bottled/canned beer, and friendly service.
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Leabow
Orlando
16 reviews
vip
2.0
16 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2020
overall2food3service2ambience2
The cocktails were very lack luster, service was horrible and there were only two other tables dining. Food was ok at best. An easy place to not visit again.
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DANAQ
Denver
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2020
overall2food4service1ambience2
Staff was very rude walking in and rude while serving us. Food was great and the location is awesome but service ruined the experience...
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LoriR
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service, super friendly, and quick. Our chicken dinners and sandwiches were delicious!! Great beer selections too. Would absolutely visit again on our next trip to Denver!!
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BCDenver
Denver
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2020
overall2food2service3ambience5
I’m not sure if this place is struggling because of corona or what, but they aren’t going to be in business long if they continue this way. I went in on a Wednesday night at 7 pm and there were only 2 other tables there yet somehow they were out of 4 items on the menu... and big items like biscuits. They would not substitute anything for the missing items, nor would they provide a discount... I’m sorry but it is ridiculous to expect someone to pay $19 for chicken and biscuits when you’re out of biscuits. I tried to switch to other things on the menu, but they were out of several other key items as well. I finally ended up just choosing the chicken and biscuits (with no biscuits) and the dude that cane with it (Brussels sprouts) was all leaves and no actual substance. It felt like they had picked all the leaves off of 2 Brussels sprouts to be cheap but look like they were still giving a side. The macaroni and cheese was good, but not sure how you can really mess that up. I would definitely take your money elsewhere for sure.
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SherryR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 10, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, friendly and fast service. Would definitely eat again and recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 27, 2020
overall2food2service2ambience2
No fun, average food at best, poor service. You would think they would be happy to see customers at this point. Their beer selection is good, go there for that only.
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KyleC
Denver
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience4
Service was mediocre. We felt like we were an inconvenience to our waitress even though we really didn't ask for much.
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RickS
Exclusive
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience4
Went to Freshcraft before Avalanche Hockey game. Food was delicious, server very friendly and ambiance was perfect. Was our first time eating here. Only thing is that due to Hockey game it took a while to get food and drinks. Id come early if going to an event.
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LaurieC
Denver
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
This is the second time we have been here and we will be back!!! Great food and service.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall1food1service2ambience2
We were very disappointed with the menu and availability of items on the menu. Infused vodkas on menu were not available. Appetizers we wanted were no longer available. And the appetizers we ordered were very disappointing. Pretzel bites were under cooked. At that point we decided not to stay for dinner. We had one drink, ate some of the disappointing appetizers, paid our check and went down the street to Jax Seafood. We were extremely disappointed.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2019
overall1food1service3ambience1
I had the schnitzel with sauerkraut. The schnitzel was greasy with no flavor and very little sauerkraut
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Megan
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything from the food, to drinks, to the service was great. It wasn’t our first time at Freshcraft, and definitely won’t be the last.
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JustinaM
Denver
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The pickle chips and peach sangria are the things to get here.
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ShawnR
Denver
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Hidden gem that has incredible food and a great beer list.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great! Loved the burger!
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BrittneM
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience3
Best service ever!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2019
overall3food5service2ambience3
The food was excellent, but we waited an hour for it to be delivered. I would understand if it was busy, but there were maybe 4 tables seated when we arrived and 2 when we left.
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JessL
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
The atmosphere was nice, service was excellent. The food came in very large portions so I got more than I was expecting but it was all good food. We were there during happy hour which is a great deal on apps and drinks.
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JimI
Denver
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I decided to give Freshcraft a try and we were not disappointed. Pork tenderloin sandwich rivaled any I had growing up in Iowa. The Mac and cheese had some kick to it and was very flavorful Well done
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NelsonP
Denver
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2019
overall2food2service4ambience3
We went on a game day and it was pretty busy. But the burgers were so over cooked they were barely edible. This is a beer place, they should have the burger down pat.
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NomanB
Denver
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great staff, good beer and good food
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bossbitch78
Des Moines
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience3
Very friendly and helpful staff. Yummy food and fantastic beer/liquor selection. We greatly enjoyed our visit!
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SeanW
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Ruben in town
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Trudy
Denver
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good service, great martini. Food was good.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food, service, and of course the brews were amazing!
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FredL
Denver
51 reviews
vip
4.0
51 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good food, great beer and attentive service. One small complaint. I ordered a side salad instead of a side for what I was told would be an up charge, which is fine. I was actually give a $1 credit for no side and full charge on the salad. Had I known that would happen, for a dollar I would have gotten the side too.
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KathyP
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was very good. He had great recommendations for beer and food. Fun atmosphere without a high price tag.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Freshcraft offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 758-9608.

Freshcraft is rated 4.1 stars by 493 OpenTable diners.

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1530 Blake Street, Unit A, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

Cross street
Blake and 16th Street
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Hours of operation
Thu, Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Metered parking is available on Blake St. Additional parking within walking distance is available in pay lots throughout lower downtown (LoDo) Denver.
Public transit
We are within easy walking distance of Union Station, 16th Street Mall, Convention Center, DCPA, Coors Field, and Pepsi Center
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
We have 3 HDTVs in our bar area as well as an 80" HD projection screen in our back room. We show all of the Colorado Rockies, Nuggets & Avalanche games.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.freshcraft.com/
Phone number
(303) 758-9608
Catering
We are now offering catering and can work with you to fit your needs! Please email inquiry@freshcraft.com for details.
Private party facilities
Our back room may be reserved for private events. Please email inquiry@freshcraft.com for details.
Private party contact
Jason: (303) 758-9608

Freshcraft

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Snacks

Pretzel Bites

Parmesan Garlic Fries

Jar of Housemade Pickles

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

Shares

Southern Chicken Fried Pickles

Garlic Chili Chicken Wings or Cauliflower Wings

Hand Battered Chicken Tenders

Ale House Fries

Sandwiches

Fresh Crafted Cheese Burger

The Reuben

Grilled Cheese

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich

Pork Belly Banh Mi

Mojo Turkey Panini

Salads

Fresh Crafted Caesar

Beet Salad

Mains

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner

Steak Frites

Specials

Brown Bag Lunch

Happy Hour

For the Family

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner

Sides

Buttermilk Biscuit

Mac & Cheese

Fries

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

Side Salad

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Freshcraft offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Freshcraft restaurant rated?

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Additional information