MEET THE COMPETITORS!
10th Mountain Whiskey and Spirit Co
Named in honor of the storied U.S. Army 10th Mountain Division, 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirit Company is a private, craft distillery based in the Vail Valley of Colorado. They produce a diverse lineup of spirits—including Bourbon, Rye, American single malt, Potato Vodka, Brandy, Cordial, and Moonshine.
477 Distilling
477 is a Distillery out of northern Colorado making Whiskeys, liqueurs and other spirits. WE love our community, we love making cocktails better, and we love bringing something different to the table.
American Elm
American Elm is a neighborhood eatery and bar that offers elevated fare in a relaxed setting. Come in for a casual happy hour hang, date night cocktails, or a full service sit down meal with your family and friends. Enjoy American Elm’s modern personality and exemplary service under the canopy of the American Elm in our outdoor seating area and garden or inside the modern, cozy interior.
Bandwagon Sandwich Co.
Music themed hot deli style sandwiches!
Branch & Barrel Distilling
Branch & Barrel is a Colorado true grain to glass craft distillery that creates traditional and innovative spirits from our hand-built stills. Sourcing the highest quality ingredients from local Colorado farms and using our own private water sourced from the Arapahoe aquifer. We like to have fun and create amazing spirits to be able to be enjoyed by everyone.
Butter me up biscuit
Butter Me Up Biscuit specializes in elevated catering services, offering a variety of Southern-inspired dishes perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or cocktail hour. Whether you're hosting a corporate gathering or a family celebration, we'll make you event unforgettable with our delicious Southern-style dishes and hospitality.
Dancing Dragon BBQ & More
Award-winning Grill Master/Smoke Daddy Matt Pickett brings unique flavors from a creative mind that has been fed around the world. Traveling to food meccas like NYC, Chicago, New Orleans, Miami, Charleston, San Francisco, Greece, Berlin, Budapest, and learning different flavors and methods that aren't prevalent in Denver and putting his own personal touches into the dish. Entering as an independent chef, the Winner of "Best Ramen in Denver" at the 2024 Denver Ramen Fest, this self-taught culinary explorer brings his "A" game every time he cooks. He'll be serving grilled elote style corn, smoked candied bacon, BBQ ribs, smoked crab balls, and pickle-brined chicken wings
Dirty Dill
Distillery 291
Distillery 291 is handmade award winning whiskey made in Colorado Springs.
Flower Shop Beer Werks
A brand new adventurous beer brand, specializing in beers that are as drinkable as they are unique.
Fuck Yes! Tequila
Independent Local Brand Made in Tequila, Mexico. Born in Denver. 100% Blue Weber Agave / Additive Free / Kosher Certified We Invite You To Give Yourself Permission To Live Your Best Life! Find us at hand selected Bars & Liquor Stores throughout the Front Range
Heavenly Tacos
We are Heavenly Tacos, family owned food truck, been in business for 3 years and working on being one of the best food experiences in town. We'll be grilling up our surf and turf steak and shrimp tacos served with a house-made Paloma made with our refreshing limeade with fresh mint leaves and tequila.
Hook & Hock Butcher Shop
Hook & Hock is the butcher shop located inside of Leevers Locavore Grocery Store in the Denver Highlands neighborhood. We are a full service butcher shop that carries hundreds of different cuts for your grill and dinner plate! We accept special orders for custom cuts, seafood and hard to find items.
Los Chingones
Los Chingones is Chef Troy Guard's creative twist on bada$$ Mexican cuisine, inspired by his childhood in San Diego, where tacos were an everyday ritual! Whether it’s the classic tacos you crave, wild cards like rattlesnake or lengua, or our signature (very strong!) margaritas, every bite packs a punch.
Mimo's
Mimo's is a Hawaiian fusion concept by Chef Kimo Delasantos. We can't wait to see the grilled creation he brings to the festival!
Molly Brown Spirits
Ms. Hana's Korean Bistro
We specialize in Korean BBQ and Street Food, Hawaiian fusion and Southern style BBQ. We'll be serving Korean steak Bulgogi with steamed rice and cucumber kimchi salad.
Neon Buzz Beerwerks
Neon Buzz Beerwerks is a queer-owned and operated brewery in the heart of Denver, Colorado, serving up a vibrant portfolio of beers as bold and playful as the city itself. From crisp lagers to experimental sours, every brew is crafted to spark joy, connection, and community. Neon Buzz isn’t just about great beer—it’s about celebrating diversity, creativity, and a buzzing good time.
now pho
Now Pho is a highly regarded Vietnamese restaurant in Denver serving authentic, fresh and delicious Vietnamese dishes: Pho, Noodle Soup, Grill, Vegetarian, Specialties, Coffee, Beverages, Deserts, and Boba Tea With a menu that boasts delicious, aromatic dishes prepared with meticulous care, Now Pho is a haven for those seeking a genuine taste of Vietnam. The allure of Now Pho goes beyond just the flavors; it is about the entire sensory experience. From the first scent that wafts from the kitchen to the last bite that dances on your taste buds, every moment spent here is a delightful journey into the heart of Vietnamese gastronomy Now Pho is the house of Award-wining Broth and Spring Roll, along with hand-crafted Boba Milk Tea and Toppings. They'll be serving a savory short rib and a sweet grilled cheese.
Pit Fiend BBQ
Pit Fiend Barbecue is a live fire, all-natural wood smoke barbecue restaurant located in Denver’s RiNo Art District. We take inspiration from barbecue and live fire traditions from across the country and around the world. We believe great barbecue transcends regional variations. Even in high altitude environments, everyone should be able to enjoy tasty, authentic barbecue.
Rick Thomas Distillery
We are a distillery located in Black Hawk Colorado. We distill whiskey using 100% Colorado sourced grains. All grains are non-GMO heritage grains thus providing a high quality flavor. The whiskey is distilled in traditional Scottish pot stills. This process results in a grain forward whiskey in the Old-World tradition.
Smoke in the City
Chef DeVante Brown has been working in the food industry professionally since 2010, but his culinary roots go back even further. In the Browns' home of Kansas City, Missouri, DeVante's grandfather owns and operates Big Daddy & Sons BBQ, and as a kid DeVante picked up his grandfather's knack for cooking. Coming out of high school, DeVante wasted no time commencing his culinary career, taking his first job in a kitchen at the Denver International Airport. From there, he became executive chef for late night food services at Denver University, then grill master at Parisi in downtown Denver. Having gained an abundance of experience with both cooking and the operational side of the food industry, DeVante decided to start his own catering business, which eventually evolved into Smoke in the City Denver and its companion food truck, The Hangover Cart.
STK Steakhouse
STK is a unique concept that artfully blends the modern steakhouse and a chic lounge into one, offering a dynamic, fine dining experience with the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse.
Sugarfire Smokehouse
Chef driven BBQ featuring all the meats smoked low and slow, house ground burgers, salmon, and even vegetarian options for the meat free! Chef Clint comes up with crazy creative daily specials and a plethora of mouthwatering rotating sides along with all of the BBQ classics. We also have a full indoor/outdoor bar with 12 local craft beers on tap and a seasonal cocktail menus.
Sugarland Farm and Provisions
Sugarland Farm and Provisions brings together the artistry of fine dining and the warmth of community-driven food. Our work is twofold: we host intimate private dinners and events that showcase seasonal, farm-inspired cuisine, and we offer a full retail line of thoughtfully crafted provisional goods for everyday enjoyment. Beyond our table and shelves, our passion for open-fire cooking takes us to the competitive stage—we proudly compete each year at Heritage Fire in Snowmass and are pushing further into the world of culinary competition, bringing that same drive and creativity to everything we serve.
Sushi Kuro
Chef Taylor has reimagined sushi burritos, dumplings, and more with unique flavor combinations at Sushi Kuro’s Zeppelin Station location. With so many flame-grilled possibilities, we can't wait to see what unique dish he creates this year!
Timnath Beerwerks
Timnath Beerwerks is an award-winning Northern Colorado brewery located in the historic Timnath Feed & Grain Building, voted a top 3 brewery in Best Of NoCo every year since opening. The brewery crafts small-batch ales and lagers with uncompromising quality, blending German and American traditions with creative twists, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Timnath Beerwerks is dedicated to fostering community connections and making a positive impact through philanthropy and engagement.
Urban Delight Catering & Cuisine
Chef Rebekah Robinson brings the heat in an unexpected way. She'll be serving grilled caesar kebabs, grilled rice boat, and rum punch cocktails.
Viewhouse
ViewHouse is a chef-driven, casual eatery, bar & rooftop that delivers a superior, inclusive experience with a locally rooted vibe & fun energy!
Wackadoo Brewing
Only brewery in America to start in a VFW. Only brewery in America that donates 100% of our profits every month to non profits. Veteran owned and operated