Smōk Denver - RiNo Upscale Fast Casual Restaurant

Smōk Restaurant in RiNo – Great for Pregaming on the Patio

Note: Smōk hosted our meal but all photos and words are mine.

I know for the last year and change, we all have been hibernating, but I was excited to check out the 2-year-old Smōk (pronounced Smoke), situated in The Source (which also now boasts a full-fledged hotel too). It’s a fast-casual BBQ restaurant that is a bit more upscale than you would expect, with a terrific outdoor patio that is shielded from Brighton Boulevard by the surrounding buildings. Smōk’s general manager Micky brought us a platter full of their faves to try out and we loved. it. all.

Smōk Denver - RiNo Upscale Fast Casual Restaurant Smōk Denver - RiNo Upscale Fast Casual Restaurant

Executive Chef/Owner Bill Espiricueta is a Denver local, although he was born in Austin, and got his professional start in Kansas City, then headed to Dallas. He eventually found his way to Colorado (don’t we all?) where worked closely for many years with Denver’s most esteemed culinary talent. Chef Bill executes an easy-going barbecue-joint vibe with the high expectations a fine-dining chef. (No, seriously, everything was delish.)

Smōk Denver - RiNo Upscale Fast Casual Restaurant Smōk Denver - RiNo Upscale Fast Casual Restaurant

Personally, I am finding my way back around Denver after the last few years and looking at a map, your realize how easy it would be to meet up at Smōk before a baseball game or a concert at The Mission. We definitely plan to be back for just that as soon as possible!


Smōk in RiNo, Denver

3330 Brighton Blvd
Denver, CO 80216

Hours:
Monday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm


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