Denver Food Tour with Food Tastings in Historic Lower Downtown





Description
We'll begin right in the middle of Denver's historic Ballpark District, home to Coors Field and the Colorado Rockies. First up, you'll dig into a gourmet smoked sausage made with locally-sourced elk, a favorite of the late Anthony Bourdain. Next, you'll learn what exactly green chili is and why we put it on pretty much everything! As we make our way into Lower Downtown (aka "LoDo"), you'll hear how wild the Wild West really was and see what remains of our classiest bordello. Did you know that Denver was recently named the top pizza city in America? At our next stop, you'll discover an innovative slice! After which, you'll explore local architectural icons like the Ice House, Union Station, and the Oxford Hotel as you stroll through the oldest part of The Mile High City. We'll treat you to a sweet finish with a traditional cannoli filled with creamy ricotta cheese and pistachios. As with all our tours, there's also our secret dish, revealed only on the day of your tour.
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Ballpark is a lively area centered on Coors Field, home to the Colorado Rockies baseball team, with views of the mountains from some upper seats. Around the stadium, brewpubs and pizzerias mix with laid-back jazz clubs and rooftop bars with expansive views.
This building was constructed by madam Jennie Rogers in 1889 and became the classiest bordello in the Rocky Mountain West. Another famous pleasure queen, Mattie Silks, operated the business from 1911 until it was closed by federal edict in about 1915. The building was a Buddhist temple and warehouse from 1920 until 1998.
Coors Field is the ballpark of Major League Baseball's Colorado Rockies. Opened in 1995, the park is located in Denver's Lower Downtown neighborhood, two blocks from Union Station. The stadium has a capacity of 50,144 people for baseball.
Found at the heart of Denver, Lower Downtown - aka LoDo - is the perfect blend of nostalgia and modernity. This bustling neighborhood is home to nearly 100 restaurants, clubs, galleries, shops, and hospitality businesses, making it the perfect place to explore for residents and tourists alike. LoDo’s rich history dates back to 1858, when gold was discovered at the confluence of the South Platte River and Cherry Creek.
This historic block located in Denver’s LoDo neighborhood was once home to Windsor Dairy, and is now a vibrant micro-district that boasts 15 shops, 19 restaurants, seven bars, a luxury co-working space, and a 172-room boutique hotel.
From its original 1881 incarnation as the Denver Union Depot to its 2014 rebirth as the cultural heart of the Mile High City, Union Station has taken many different forms over the years. Today it serves as Denver's main railway station and central transportation hub as well as a vibrant space for staying, eating, gathering and shopping.
The Oxford Hotel opened in 1891 and is now Denver’s oldest surviving hotel. Developed by brewer Adolph Zang and designed by architect Frank Edbrooke, the hotel originally provided a luxurious stay for travelers passing through nearby Union Station. After being restored and revitalized in the early 1980s by Charles Calloway and Dana Crawford, the Oxford became one of Denver’s first modern boutique hotels and an anchor of Lower Downtown’s revival.
Rockmount Ranch Wear was started in Denver by “Papa” Jack Weil in 1946. Over the years the company has played a leading role in the development of Western wear, as it was the first company to put snaps on Western shirts and the first to commercially produce bolo ties. The Smithsonian and the Autry Museum of the American West have Rockmount items in their collections. The company is still family owned, and Jack was the world’s oldest CEO, going to work every day until his passing at 107.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- *We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours*
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Reviews(153)
Our food tour in Denver with our guide Nick was fantastic. He was knowledgeable about the city's history, food scene, and local culture, and he shared fun, interesting stories along the way. You could tell he enjoys what he does. He also went above and beyond to make sure the group was taken care of, coming prepared with sunscreen, making sure we had water, etc. The experience was the perfect mix of great eats and learning about Denver.
We appreciate you joining us. Reading your review was a welcome reminder of why we enjoy sharing these neighborhoods with our guests. We hope to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours!
Andy is a great guide! We had so much fun learning about Denver and the local food scene!
We're grateful to receive your review! It's always rewarding to hear when guests leave with new favorites and lasting memories from their time with us. We'd love to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours.
Excellent guide, Nick and food tastings!
Thank you for your review! It’s always encouraging to hear directly from our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.
Excellent tour. Good food and history tour!
Thank you for choosing our tour. It's wonderful to know you came away with so many positive memories. We look forward to seeing you again with Secret Food Tours!
We had a great time on the food tour. Our guide Nicholas knew all the great spots in Denver. Not only did he take us to all the food tour spots but also shared history about Denver. Highly recommend.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It's rewarding to know your time with us became such a positive part of your time in the city. We hope to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours again soon!
Nick was friendly and informative and very approachable with questions. He gave great history and had good knowledge of all things Denver.
Thanks for spending part of your visit with us. We hope this was the first of many great experiences you'll have with Secret Food Tours!
We had the BEST time on our food tour! Andy was absolutely the best — not only incredibly knowledgeable about Denver, but also so personable and fun. Every stop was amazing and the food did not disappoint. We discovered a new love for green chili and are definitely taking that obsession back to Florida with us! If you’re thinking about booking the tour… do it, and definitely ask for Andy!
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It's always rewarding to know that your time with us became a memorable part of your trip. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again in the future!
Great food choices, let’s start there. As a California native, I have no knowledge of the Denver food scene. From what we were shown, it is vibrant and eclectic. Our guide was Kelsey and she was amazing. We loved the non-food stops almost as much as the eating stops. Old west historical Denver and outstanding bites to go along with it. I could eat a bucket of the green chile from Wynkoop and wash it down with a gallon of their chile beer.
We are grateful for your kind words! It's wonderful to hear that everything came together so well from start to finish. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.
Had a blast with our tour guide Andy. We kept the pace great, had wonderful insights and was super fun and easy to talk with. I’m from Denver and I still had a great time seeing my downtown in a different light!
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We're pleased that the experience helped bring the city's food culture to life in an enjoyable way. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
Very comfortable and informative! Tour guide was so enthusiastic!
Thank you for your kind comments. We're pleased that you enjoyed the combination of food, local stories, and exploration throughout the tour. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again in the future!



