Fab Food — 8 Colorado Venues Known for their Cuisine

Does it seem like too much to ask that your next venue have sensational scenery, amazing amenities, awesome accommodations, and fabulous food? Not when you book at any of these eight popular Colorado venues known for all the above, plus incredible cuisine. Check them out and you’ll want to check in!

Mile High Station

The beautifully renovated and historic Mile High Station has been a Denver landmark since it was built in 1897. New features to the venue include an elevated mezzanine, kitchen, beautiful brick bar, custom chandeliers, large patio, plasma TVs, and an in-house AV system.

Mile High Station partners with some of the area’s finest caterers, including Three Tomatoes Catering.

Their seasonal menu features mouthwatering choices such as Steak and Lobster hors d’oeuvres, plated entrees like Pan Seared Sea Scallops or Cured Pork Belly, and fresh salads such as their Fried Beets and Apples Salad or their Warm Cauliflower Salad.  

Table Mountain Inn

This adobe-style boutique hotel sits amidst the splendor of the Rocky Mountains.  In addition to charming guest rooms and suites, fitness center, 5,000 square feet of meeting space, and outdoor adventures galore, you’ll discover an incomparable catering service that will appeal to any palate.  

Start your day with flavors of the region, including Huevos Rancheros, Breakfast Quesadilla, or the Cattleman’s Breakfast.

Enjoy delicious Honey Roasted Chicken Salad, Steak Enchiladas, or Herbed Salmon for lunch.

Or dig into dinner when they serve up their famous Mustard Crusted Pork Tenderloin, Coconut Crusted Mahi Mahi, or Grilled Flank Steak Chimichurri.

Mountain View Ranch

Magnificent mountain views, trickling creeks, and a sparkling lake surround this beautifully rustic ranch. Ideal for gatherings of up to 200, there are multiple banquet rooms from which to choose.

Several event packages are available making it easy to plan your event and stay within your budget.

Catering options include Continental breakfast and mid-morning coffee break with fresh fruit; buffet lunch with a choice of chicken entrée, rice, or potatoes, seasonal vegetable, six assorted salads, and freshly baked bread. Afternoon snacks are available too and can include soda, hot beverages, fresh fruit, and freshly baked cookies.

Arvada Center

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities features 10,000 square feet of art galleries, music, dance and theatre rehearsal rooms, classrooms, a conference center, and amphitheater. It is located just 8 miles from Denver and offers free parking to all attendees.

The Arvada Center partners with several popular, local catering companies, including Bread Winners Café & Catering.

Begin your banquet with Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna, Shrimp Cocktail, or Louisiana Crab Cake. Follow those winning choices with entrees like Teriyaki Marinated Salmon Filet, Peppercorn Crusted Flatiron Beef, or Chicken Marsala with mushrooms.

Planning a picnic? They’ve got you covered with a choice of Smoked Pork or Beef Ribs with BBQ Glaze, Grilled Salmon Filet, or classic Kosher Hot Dogs and Hamburgers.

Asterisk

Formerly an historic 1920s post office garage, the space has been renovated and modernized with an expansive main hall filled with natural light and rooftop patio, all located in a distinct urban setting.

Asterisk partners with popular local caterers, including Biscuits and Berries Catering Company. Their special events menu is a delicious mix of hors d’oeuvres, barbeque, brunch, entrees, soups and salads, stations and more.

Start with hors d’oeuvres such as Pesto Chicken Haute Pocket, Smoked Bison Queso, or Roasted Garlic Hummus.

For your entree, serve up Filet Mignon Medallions, Quinoa Stuffed Red Peppers, or Colorado Short Ribs.

Finally, tempt your guests with an array of desserts from Mini S’mores, to Salted Caramel Tarts and Mexican Chocolate Cake.

Palazzo Verdi Event Center/Epicurean

Palazzo Verdi Event Center is the very definition of elegance with its large and open Atrium, breathtaking monumental artworks, impressive 40-foot chandelier with lighting providing color and pattern changing capabilities, and an expansive balcony that overlooks the dance floor. Catering for events is provided by local favorite, Epicurean.

Epicurean’s talented chefs craft inventive menus for every event from hors d’oeuvres to buffets, stations to plated dinners.

Your guests will love the creatively curated bites being passed by service staff. Their upcoming Spring/Summer menu includes Glazed Mission Figs, Lemon Strawberry Risotto Bits, and Compressed Cantaloupe and Prosciutto.

And there will be applause all around when the dinner entree is Red Curry Cod, Charcoal Rubber Tenderloin, or Rack of Lamb.

Finally, no one is going to turn down dessert when you serve up their Salted Caramel Panna Cotta, Sicilian Donuts, or Marble Cheesecake.

Vail Resorts

Vail Resorts encompasses several ski in/ski out resorts, including Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Park City, Keystone, and Crested Butte.

All offer a delicious variety of dining options, such as Vail Resort’s The 10th, a venue located a gondola ride up the mountain, serving classic Alpine cuisine along with an extensive wine list

You’ll also want to explore Beaver Creek’s charming village, a world-class culinary destination with fine dining at places like Beano’s Cabin or family-friendly meals served at Toscanini.

Breckenridge Resort invites you to dine at any (or all) of their wonderful restaurants including Ski Hill Grill where you can enjoy homemade dishes created from sustainable products, as well as their famous outdoor BBQ with house-smoked meats.

Denver Botanic Gardens

The 23-acre park is an unparalleled location for your next event with its breathtaking gardens, conservatory, and sunken amphitheater. Denver Botanic Gardens partners with several local caterers, including Catering by Design.

Gather your group for tasty hors d’oeuvres such as Salmon Pastrami, Grilled Peach Crostini, or Chorizo Croquettes.

Their wood fired pizza station is a popular option with chef’s slicing up your choice of Margarita Pizza, Wild Mushroom Pizza, or Prosciutto Sundried Tomato Pizza.

Incomparable dinner entrees include Apricot Grilled Frenched Chicken, Coffee Crusted Beef Tenderloin, or Grilled Colorado Lamb Chops.

Even if your guests think they couldn’t eat another bite, they’re not likely to turn down the interactive sweet stations with Gourmet S’mores, Coffee and Donut with Espresso Ice Cream, or Blueberry Lemon Rice Pudding.