It can be hard to find the right social space for people with kids — and their adult friends without kids — to meet up and hang out. But not to worry! These local eateries are delicious, Denver-made, and guaranteed to get the whole gang back together.
🐝 The Table Public House (Overland)
The Table Public House is an inclusive coffee shop, casual eatery, bar, and community space owned by The Table Urban Farm, a nonprofit that donates organic, locally grown produce to nearby communities. Table Public House has an indoor, bee-themed play area for kids, and the building is right next to Grant Frontier Park’s large playground.
Know before you go: Bring kiddos to the Wednesday singalong, weekly at 10:30 a.m.
🍕 Homegrown Tap and Dough (West Wash Park)
Homegrown Tap and Dough is known for their hand-tossed pizzas, local beer selection, and outdoor space. Their kid’s menu is top-notch, but even better is the $59.50 family meal bundle that includes cheesy garlic bread, two full-sized caesar salads, and two pizzas. The OG location opened on South Gaylord in 2011, but they’ve since expanded to Parker, Westminster, Littleton, Arvada, and Castle Rock.
Know before you go: They don’t take reservations, so go early to avoid a wait.
🏓 Ace Eat Serve (Uptown)
Ping pong, Peking duck, and patio fun collide at Ace Eat Serve, a restaurant designed for large groups and hours of good old-fashioned fun. Book a high-top table, which comes with a dedicated server and access to a private ping pong table, to keep older kids and teens entertained while adults enjoy lychee vodka cocktails.
Know before you go: There’s a dedicated gluten-free menu and a solid mocktail list.
🍔 Cherry Cricket (Littleton)
The Littleton Cherry Cricket has the same outrageously delicious, mac-and-cheese-topped burgers and spicy bacon queso you know and love from the original joint, albeit with a more family-friendly vibe. This includes an expansive patio with Adirondack chairs around fire pits, plus their legendary fish tank that captures little imaginations.
Know before you go: Join the waitlist before heading over to ensure a space for your party.
🍏 Acreage (Lafayette)
Stem Ciders is the Colorado company behind Acreage. This cidery is like a brewery, but with an elevated menu, mountain views, and space for the whole gang. Kids love the sprawling campus here, which has ladder ball sets, corn hole, and an entire playground. Should anyone get the post-dinner zoomies, there’s plenty of space to run around.
Know before you go: Plan on saving room for dessert — the cider donuts are a must.
