A fire shuts down a new steakhouse in Lone Tree. Meanwhile, Aurora gets a revamped diner classic and Adventure time bar extends hours. Read on for more top news stories and send us any tips via Instagram or by emailing info@diningout.com.
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Firefighters put out a small fire at the newly-opened Jack’s at Lone Tree on Thursday, January 22. The origin of the fire appears to be inside the walls of the restaurant. Luckily no one was hurt, but the smoke damage was enough to close the space for repairs. A statement on the website said the restaurant should reopen in a month.
After a busy opening week, South Broadway’s new Adventure Time Bar expands its timed seating. No longer will guests be limited to just 90 minutes, now you can have fun there for as long as you want. Reservations will still be offered as a pre-booked time, 6 or 8 p.m., and each ticket includes entry into the immersive space, a welcome cocktail, and a souvenir.
At the 2026 Colorado Brewers Cup last week, WeldWerks Brewing Co. won two gold medals, two silver medals and earned top honors as Mid-Size Brewery of the Year. Presented by the Colorado Brewers Guild, WeldWerks earned gold for JuicyFish in the Strong and Imperial Hoppy Beers category, gold for Grandma J’s Strawberry Rhubarb Pie in the Sour Ale category, silver for Juicy Bits in the Hazy IPA category, and silver for Extra Extra Juicy Bits in the Strong and Imperial Hoppy Beers category.
After a full renovation, the Village Inn in Aurora will reopen on Wednesday, January 28 at 6370 S. Parker Rd. In keeping with the classic vibe, the vintage-inspired design speaks to warmth and hominess. Try new menu items too, including Banana Cream Pancakes, Waffles and French Toast, Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, and the Bedda Chedda Burger.
Organic specialty food company, KeHE Distributors, announced the reintroduction of Wild Oats as a consumer packaged goods. Previously the brand was known for its commitment to more sustainable and responsible food practices, with stores around the country. Today Wild Oats has created the first and only Regenerative Organic CertifiedⓇ (ROCTM) juices and smoothies, as well as pasture-raised ROCTM eggs, and a variety of free-range and pasture-raised organic egg offerings.
