25 Essential Arvada Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Arvada.
Sushi Aji
Colorado
Casual, contemporary restaurant offering sashimi & creative maki, plus Japanese kitchen entrees.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
Colorado
Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.
School House Kitchen and Libations
Colorado
Cool 1882 schoolhouse-turned-bistro & saloon boasting 1000+ whiskey brands & nostalgic charm.
Randi's Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Arvada, Colorado
A folksy, decades-old fixture for complete pasta dinners, pizza & more, plus lunch specials & booze.
Beau Jo's Arvada
Arvada, Colorado
Regional chain specializing in Colorado-style, thick-crust pizza with many sauces, plus calzones.
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
Arvada, Colorado
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
First Watch
Arvada, Colorado
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
The Butchery- Steaks, Chops & Seafood
Arvada, Colorado
Laid-back, brick-accented American steakhouse offering seafood, chops & daily happy-hour specials.
MOD Pizza
Arvada, Colorado
Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
Arvada, Colorado
Modern counter-service chain serving Baja-style tacos & other Mexican eats, plus beer & margaritas.
Lady Nomada - Mexican Kitchen
Arvada, Colorado
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music.
Kona Hawaiian BBQ —Arvada
Arvada, Colorado
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Renegade Burrito
Arvada, Colorado
Identifies as Latino-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services.
The Mighty Colorado Burger
Arvada, Colorado
Food truck in a vintage Airstream doling out organic burgers & fries in a brewery parking lot.
Sultan Grill
Arvada, Colorado
Standard Middle Eastern fare like kebabs, falafel & hummus in an unassuming shopping-center locale.
Rockabillies
Arvada, Colorado
Hopping joint with a retro vibe for burgers, barbecue & live bands, plus vintage car shows.
Enrico's Italian Sausage & Market
Arvada, Colorado
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot. Planning: Quick visit. Payments.
Firehouse Subs Ralston Plaza
Arvada, Colorado
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
Cochino Taco
Arvada, Colorado
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.
Wondervu Cafe
Arvada, Colorado
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Canyon Tavern
Arvada, Colorado
Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection.
The Arvada Tavern
Arvada, Colorado
Informal, vintage locale serving updated regional & American comfort fare plus artisanal cocktails.
King Buffet
Arvada, Colorado
Informal diner offering Chinese eats, sushi, grilled Mongolian meats & desserts in a buffet setup.
Red Lantern
Arvada, Colorado
Basic eatery featuring a menu of classic Chinese fare plus house dinner deals charged per diner.
Heaven Dragon Arvada
Arvada, Colorado
Chinese spot tucked away in a mall offering standard fare with cocktails for dining in plus takeout.