Red Rocks Guide to Food & Drinks

So much of the Red Rocks experience is the food. Whether you bring it yourself, visit the concession stands, or eat out at a local restaurant beforehand, it's such a vital piece of the concert experience.

Concessions Inside the Venue

Inside the venue, Red Rocks offers a number of concession options. From classic concert food like hot dogs and popcorn to specialty concession stands, Red Rocks has it all. For a detailed map outlining all the concession options and where to find them, check out the Red Rocks Amenity Map at the top of this page.

Classic Concession Stands

Red Rocks has a number of classic concession stands located throughout the venue on the top and lower concourses. These are going to have your traditional options of beer, soft drinks, and event food like hot dogs, nachos, and popcorn. However, these classic concession stands all have varying menu items. For the shortest concession line, head to the north side of the stage down the stairs. Where the north gate dumps into the venue, you'll find a concession stand tucked away inside the rocks. This has the shortest line most of the time, because it's tucked away and not many people notice it.

Plaza Draft South:

• Vienna Beef Hot Dog (Bun contains wheat, egg, and soy)
• Jalapeno Cheddar Brat (Contains wheat, milk, egg, and soy)
• Popcorn (Gluten Free)
• Nachos (Gluten Free, Vegetarian - Contains milk)
• Deluxe Nachos (Contains milk and soy)

Plaza Grill:

• Hamburger (Contains mustard, wheat, and sesame)
• Cheeseburger (Contains milk, mustard, wheat, and sesame)
• Chicken Sandwich (Contains soy, wheat, and sesame)

North Concession Stand Menu Items (Non-exhaustive List):

• Vienna Beef Hot Dog (Bun contains wheat, egg, and soy)
• Popcorn (Gluten Free)
• Pizza (Vegetarian Options - Contains wheat, milk, and soy)

6400 Concession Stand Menu Items (Non-exhaustive List):

• Vienna Beef Hot Dog (Bun contains wheat, egg, and soy)
• Popcorn (Gluten Free)
• Nachos (Gluten Free)

South Concession Stand Menu Items (Non-exhaustive List):

• Vienna Beef Hot Dog (Bun contains wheat, egg, and soy)
• Polish Sausage (Bun contains wheat, egg, and soy)
• Popcorn (Gluten Free)
• Nachos (Gluten Free, Vegetarian - Contains milk)

Traditional Beverage Stands

These traditional beverage stands have an assortment of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. From classic light beer to craft beer and craft cocktails. These beverage stands haven assortment of drinks for everyone.

Beverage Stand Menu Items:

• Coors Light
• Coors Banquet
• New Belgium Voodoo Ranger
• New Belgium Fat Tire
• White Claw
• Assorted Cocktails
• Wine
• Water
• Soft Drinks

Mobile Beverage Vendors

These are the vendors dressed in yellow who hike through red rocks with a cooler strapped to their neck, bringing the drinks to you. These vendors carry a number of beverages, but mostly beer and seltzer. Prices are the same as at the concession stands, so if you are lucky enough to see one of them nearby when your drink is empty (or close to being empty) we recommend you take full advantage.

Beverage Vendor Menu Items:

• Coors Light
• Coors Banquet
• Voodoo Ranger
• Mike's Hard Lemonade
• White Claw (Multiple Flavors)
• Water

Anthony's Pizza & Pasta

Anthony's is located on the top concourse on the north side. Their menu features New York-style pizza sold by the slice. It's absolutely delicious and a great place to visit right before the event starts.

Anthony's Menu Items:

• Cheese Pizza (Vegetarian - Contains milk and wheat)
• Pepperoni Pizza (Contains pork, milk, and wheat)

Birdcall

Birdcall is a brand home to Colorado that specializes in chicken sandwiches and all things chicken. The Birdcall stand is located near the south ramp at the lower concourse, and their food is absolutely delicious. It's worth a trip.

Birdcall Menu Items:

• Chicken Sandwich
• Chicken Tenders
• Tater Tots

Greek Gyros

Greek Gyros specializes in making fresh gyros with lamb, beef, chicken and veggie options. Their stand is located on the upper concourse. Their gyros are topped with onions, tomatoes, and tzatziki and are a hot commodity on event days. Plus, gyros are easy to eat on the go making this a great option to eat in your seats.

Greek Gyros Menu Items:

• Gyros (Vegetarian Options - Contains wheat and milk)

Huckleberry Roasters

Huckleberry Roasters is a Colorado coffee brand that is synonymous with delicious. Their coffee is locally roasted daily so you can enjoy a warm cup of fresh award-winning coffee. The reality is, in Colorado even in the summers, it can get very cold at night, so having the option to purchase some hot coffee or hot chocolate comes in clutch more than you might think.

Huckleberry Roasters Menu Items:

• Hot Chocolate
• Coffee
• Espresso Drinks

Machete Tacos + Tequila

Machete is a top Mexican brand in Colorado. They have multiple locations throughout Denver, and they are always busy. So to be able to have a Machete in Red Rocks is a privilege. Their street-inspired tacos and bowls are unmatched in flavor. Their stand is located at stage level on the North side. Beware, the tacos can get pretty messy so make sure to grab a couple extra napkins on your way back to your seat.

Machete Tacos + Tequila Menu Items:

• Chicken Tacos
• Pork Carnitas Tacos
• Carne Asada Tacos

Maui Wowi

Maui Wowi is a Hawaiian-inspired tropical smoothie stand. Serving both alcoholic and non-alcoholic tropical smoothies, this stand is an absolute must before or during the show, and they have menu items for people of all ages. They have two stands in Red Rocks, located at the top plaza and at the North Side Concessions as well.

Maui Wowi Menu Items:

• Alcoholic Smoothies
• Non-alcoholic smoothies

Rolling Smoke BBQ

Rolling Smoke BBQ is probably the most popular specialty concession stand at Red Rocks. They have menu items for both vegetarians and gluten free patrons, and their food is fantastic. Their top menu items are the loaded mac & cheese and their bbq sandwiches, but don't sleep on their rib tips either. Their stand is located on the upper concourse.

Rolling smoke BBQ Menu Items:

• BBQ Sandwiches (Bun contains wheat)
• Rib Tips
• Fresh Creamy Slaw (Vegetarian - Contains milk and soy)
• Mac & Cheese (Vegetarian - Contains wheat and milk)
• Cookie (Vegetarian - Contains wheat, milk, eggs, and soy)
• Brownie (Gluten Free, Vegetarian - Contains milk, egg, and soy)

Wyly's Fried Foods

Finally, Wyly's Fried Foods specializes in french fries, corn dogs, and funnel cakes. If you're looking for a treat to compliment your Red Rocks experience, Wyly's has some fantastic snacks that go well with any event. This specialty stand is located on the upper concourse as well.

Wyly's Menu Items:

• Curly Fries (Vegetarian - Contains wheat and soy. Optional toppings may include milk
• Funnel Cake (Vegetarian - Contains milk, wheat, egg, and soy. Chocolate sauce may contain peanuts and/or tree nuts)
• Corn Dog (Contains wheat, egg, milk, and soy)

Pre-Show Dining

One of the great things about Red Rocks is there is no shortage of food nearby for some pre-show dining experiences. Really, any restaurant will suffice for a meal before a visit to Red Rocks, but we've highlighted our favorites in Morrison and Golden.

Willy's Wings (Morrison)

Willy’s Wings is a phenomenal pre-show spot. Not only do they have some of the best wings in Colorado, they are conveniently located right in downtown Morrison. They are a a bit of a hidden gem, and it’s a perfect spot to get some great food in before your Red Rocks adventure begins. Personally, this is my favorite pre-show meal spot in Morrison.

Red Rocks Beer Garden (Morrison)

Red Rocks Beer Garden is a perfect outdoor drinking spot located just minutes from Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. Located in downtown Morrison, this beer garden offers a quaint yet fun vibe in the outdoors. Voted as one of the top 10 best patios in Denver by Westword, this is a perfect place to pregame your show. However, they only serve local beer (Including Coors Banquet) with some non-alcoholic beers as well. They usually have a canned seltzer available, but no liquor or wine is sold here. Personally, I love to grab a bite to eat at Willy’s and then make a stop at Red Rocks Beer Garden before heading to Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Hungry Goat Scratch Kitchen and Wine Bar (Morrison)

Hungry Goat is another great spot in Morrison best described as an upper tier American Bistro. Some of their top menu items on the lunch menu include Thai Mussels, Black Smith Burger, and NY Style Pastrami on Rye. If you have a group of friends it's a great place to share some charcuterie and pre-show beverages before making the venture to the amphitheatre.

The Cow An Eatery (Morrison)

Finally, in Morrison we have The Cow An Eatery. Depending on when you go, the menu may vary as they have different menus for weekday "Linner" and Weekend "Linner". It’s a great spot to go with friends because they have a little bit of everything from tacos to burgers, sandwiches, mac & cheese, wraps and more!

The Golden Mill (Golden)

The Golden Mill is possibly the best overall pregame spot for a Red Rocks show. It’s a massive two story bar overlooking Clear Creek and the city of Golden. The beautiful views alone make this a special place. This bar also features self-serving taps for beer, cocktails, and wine, and there are restaurants located throughout the bar foodcourt-style. Restaurants include Sushi Sora, Rolling Smoke BBQ, Republik of Chicken, Tacos Al Chile, and Happy Cones. If you pick one spot to pregame, this is the place for you.

Dumpling Bay (Golden)

Dumpling Bay may not be a place you first think of when you’re planning to go to a Red Rocks show. However, the food here is absolutely delectable. With a variety of authentic Chinese dishes including dumplings, dim sum, noodles and rice dishes, you can’t go wrong here.

Atomic Cowboy/Denver Biscuit Company/Fat Sully's (Golden)

Atomic Cowboy is a Colorado favorite. In short, Atomic Cowboy is the bar, Fat Sully’s is the pizza place, and Denver Biscuit Company is the breakfast spot all wrapped into one incredible restaurant. Denver Biscuit Company has some of the most flavorful breakfast dishes you’ll ever taste. However, if you’re going before a Red Rocks show you probably won’t be eating off of the breakfast menu. Instead, the pizza, wings, and garlic knots from Fat Sully’s are fantastic, and the drinks from Atomic Cowboy are even better. With a wide selection of draft beers and cocktails, this a top destination to pregame a Red Rocks show.

Cheese Ranch Deli (Golden)

Lastly, in Golden there is Cheese Ranch Deli. It’s an artisanal deli located in the heart of Golden with gourmet food. With a wide assortment of cheeses, meats and hot/cold sandwiches, there’s not a bad thing on this menu. The menu is filled with quick and easy sandwiches that are perfect top grab and go before making your way to Red Rocks for a perfect evening show.

Ship Rock Grille (In Red Rocks Amphitheatre)

Last but not least, there’s Ship Rock Grille. Ship Rock Grille is the restaurant located in the visitor center at Red Rocks beneath the Top Plaza. They feature both lunch and dinner menus (very different menus) depending on the time of day. It’s a perfect place to pregame Red Rocks, because it’s in Red Rocks, and the food is delectable. It’s best to call ahead and make a reservation for Ship Rock Grille, especially on event days. Their hours vary greatly depending on the venue’s schedule. On concert days, the restaurant usually closes after lunch and in some cases before noon. However, if you have a concert ticket, you can still make a reservation and eat at the restaurant on concert evenings. We recommend making your reservation by calling 720-865-2494. The best parking lot to park in to visit Ship Rock Grille is the Top Circle Lot, however if you attend on an event day, we recommend sticking to your original parking plan.

Post-Show Food Vendors

Anybody who has been to Red Rocks knows that one of the best parts about a Red Rocks show is when you leave, there are food vendors outside almost every exit. On Monday-Saturday, the vendors will 99.9% of the time be Chick-Fil-A. After a long night of dancing, singing and indulging in whatever you indulge in, there's nothing better than a couple of chicken sandwiches waiting for you outside the gates of Red Rocks. They sell Chicken Sandwiches and Spicy Chicken Sandwiches for roughly $8-$9 plus tax, and they also have fries available for sale for $4-$5. On Sundays, the vendor rotates, because Chick-Fil-A does not serve on Sundays. In the map below, we've marked with a red circle all the locations where there is a Chick-Fil-A stand where you can indulge in 1 (or multiple) chicken sandwiches.

Red Rocks Tickets

The food at Red Rocks is some of the best food you'll find at a venue in the country. The stands inside the venue are some favorite restaurants in the state of Colorado, and the pre-show spots around the venue are full of local treasures. Make sure you experience all this for yourself on your next visit to Red Rocks. You can browse all Red Rocks events and buy tickets right here at Event Tickets Center on our Red Rocks events page.