The Best Breweries in Denver Worth Actually Going To

Denver has a lot of breweries. These ones are actually good.

Every neighborhood in Denver has a taproom. Most of them are fine. A few of them are worth rearranging your Saturday for.

This list covers three breweries that locals keep coming back to - good beer, good rooms, and the kind of crowd that makes you want to stay for one more pint.

Here's where to go.

The Breweries

Little Machine Beer

Little Machine sits at 2924 W 20th Ave in Denver's Jefferson Park neighborhood. It's a solid neighborhood brewery with a lot of repeat regulars.

This is a great spot if you want a low-key afternoon with good beer and no pretense. The kind of place where you show up for one drink and end up staying for three. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 554 reviews, which tells you people come back.

Find it in the directory listing for Little Machine Beer.

Practical Notes

• Parking. Jefferson Park can be tight on weekends - give yourself a few extra minutes.
• Timing. Weekday afternoons are the move if you want breathing room.
• Group size. Taprooms fill up fast on Friday evenings - go early or be ready to wait for a table.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is one of the best breweries in Denver worth visiting?

Little Machine Beer, located at 2924 W 20th Ave in Denver's Jefferson Park neighborhood, is a standout pick. It's rated 4.7 out of 5 from 554 reviews, showing strong repeat business.

Is Little Machine Beer in Denver a good spot for a low-key hangout?

Yes. The guide describes it as a solid neighborhood brewery with a lot of repeat regulars, good for a low-key afternoon with good beer and no pretense.

When is the best time to visit Little Machine Beer in Denver to avoid crowds?

Weekday afternoons are the move if you want breathing room. Friday evenings get busy, so taprooms fill up fast and you may need to go early or wait for a table.

Is parking easy near Little Machine Beer in Denver's Jefferson Park?

Not always. The guide notes that Jefferson Park can be tight on weekends, so give yourself a few extra minutes to find parking.