We stepped behind the bar at Deviation Distilling located in The Alley to chat with Tiago Amaral, head mixologist, about all things Summer on The Block. Tiago brings his passion for cocktails and the Dairy Block community to every drink he creates.
A: Our Spanish-Style Gin & Tonic! We put a lot of thought and care into crafting the perfect balance of flavors, and I think you’ll be impressed. In fact, it was even featured in Forbes!
A: The energy around The Block is the best part. Seeing people’s faces light up when they discover it for the first time makes every day rewarding.
A: Live music during Alley Soundscapes is the best! It draws a crowd and creates a positive atmosphere – perfect for enjoying a cocktail.
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With a nod to turn-of-the-century American soda fountain culture, Poka Lola Social Club reinvents the everyman’s cocktail bar. This downtown Denver bar is a place to open your palate or enjoy your favorite standby. Featuring elegant bar bites, house-made creations, live music and curated craft cocktails that put a twist on your favorite drinks.
Whether you’re about to get your night started or slow it down, Seven Grand is here for you. Find yourself lingering for hours on the walnut bartop working your way through the 700+ whiskeys with your barman. Grab a cold Colorado craft beer and shoot some pool with a friend while live tunes lead you into the next round. Or, join them for weekly Whiskey Societies, picking apart comparative flights with Ambassadors, Distillers, and Blenders.
Westbound & Down is a brewing company dedicated to adventure. They got their start when some good friends made a pact to share their pursuit of better food and drink with the world. Today they are a family-run business with deep Colorado roots that aims to infuse the spirit of the West in every keg, bottle, meal, and moment.
Blanchard Family Wines was founded on the idea of creating small batch, top quality, artisan wines from the best wine country appellations, and sharing those wines with family and friends. At the Denver tasting room, sample a flight of wines, pair a bottle with a cheese and charcuterie plate or some locally crafted desserts and take your favorite bottle home with you at the end of the night. Come by after a Rockies game, for happy hour, a drink before your dinner date, or a quiet end to your night out.
Kachina is a free-spirited, modern cantina providing an escape in the LoDo district of Denver. Kachina’s inspiration is found in the Four Corners region of Southwest America and Baja Mexico. Go on an adventurous culinary road trip with offerings of twists on Mexican standards, like chicken pozole blanco, vegetable relleno, open-faced quesadillas, a selections of salsas, and the seven different types of tacos with your choice of corn tortillas, flour tortillas, or fry bread.
Craving an al fresco dining experience? Look no further than the vibrant patios of Dairy Block! This LoDo hotspot offers a delightful escape with a variety of patios to choose from. Soak up the sunshine and savor delicious food and drinks from a range of restaurants, all in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
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Downtown Denver’s only gin distillery is located in the heart of Dairy Block’s Alley. This cocktail lounge has been transformed from an 1800s firehouse into a lively patio, intimate lounge, and event space. Step into a piece of history, reimagined for modern enjoyment.
“Surrounded by world-class dining, lodging, and retail, we are thrilled to bring the first distillery to Dairy Block,” says Deviation Distilling Co-Founder Cindi Wiley. “The energy, the foot-traffic, the year-round nearby events and everyday activity, create a destination that is unmatched in Denver.”
Here, you can experience Deviation Distilling’s award-winning gins, innovative cocktails, and delicious bites, all in a vibrant and historic setting.
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This Saturday, the Dairy Block Alley transforms into a technicolor runway under @AbstruseLike`s Bananas for You sky-high art installation that proves love really is in the air (and sometimes shaped like a 4-ft banana). 🍌💖
📌 Blockwide Pride Drag Show | Free & open to all
Saturday, June 28 | 1–3 PM in the Alley
Before the queens take the stage, kick off your day at @dybrkr’s high-energy morning rave led by @AnastasiaKrystals! 🎶 Fuel your moves with complimentary sips, samples, and surprises from brands we love, including: @drinkag1, @magicmind, @we_are_happy_products, @ulikeglobal, @officialmedik8, and @drink.love!
Hosted by Jazmine James and DJ Markie, this free drag show features fierce performances by:
👑 Brittany Michaels (@Brittany.Michaels.39)
👑 Mirage Delamor (@Mirage_Delamor)
👑 Muni Tox (@Muni.Tox)
👑 Nina Montaldo
👑 Star Kirkland (@CurtesStar)
👑 Jazmine James (@Jazmine_Jamesden)
🎟️ Want the full-day experience? Get your last minute Daybreaker tickets now at the link in our bio!
Peddling into work? Make us your first stop! 🚲 We’re celebrating Bike to Work Day with @drcog_waytogo this Wednesday with a complimentary breakfast for early riders from 6–9 AM at the corner of 18th & Blake.
Swing by for complimentary:
🥐 Breakfast pastries from @LoDough_Bakery
🥪 Breakfast sandwhiches from @DenverMilkMarket
☕ Cold brew from @AmpArtisanCoffee
✨ ...and prizes!
📌 Wednesday, June 25 | 6–9 AM on the corner of Blake St and 18th St.
Amp Artisan Coffee will also be open and serving their full specialty menu!
LoDo just got a whole lot crispier! 🍗✨
@LuckyBirdCo is now open inside @DenverMilkMarket, right next to @KonjoEthiopianFood, and serving up golden-fried perfection. From stacked sandwiches and hand-breaded tenders to saucy wraps, loaded salads, and waffle fries you’ll dream about, this is flavor done right.
🔥 Sink your teeth into the Big Bird stacked with mustard slaw or fire things up with the Spicy Bird coated in gochujang butter
🥗 Craving something lighter? Go fresh with the Lucky Bird Salad or Chicken Salad Wrap
🍟 Don’t sleep on the sweet potato waffle fries (loaded or not)!
THIS Saturday, the Alley lights up! ✨ After Dark returns with a summer night market that’s equal parts art party, music set, and downtown hang. Curated by our friends at @FiresideAtFive, it’s your chance to dive into Denver’s most electric after-hours scene.
🌀 THIS Saturday, June 21 | 5–10 PM
Here’s what’s going down:
🎶 Vinyl DJ sets by @ESP.HiFi
🍸 Alley Pop-Up Bar by @PokaLolaSocialClub
✨ Projection mapping by @DSDI_, a vinyl shop collab with @RockyMountainRecordShow & disco-inspired installs from @AbstruseLike
Explore a fresh lineup of 15+ local artists, makers, and culinary creatives including: @ShopBabaCool, @BigAssMaps, @BuenaVista.Goods, @ContrariumChainstitch, @Efta.Streetwear, @FikkaChica, @Gedrd_, @HeyAlissandra, @SpellAndSage, @Doctor_Ew, @HashawPots, @Cr3am.Ink, @KPMountainMetals, @CypressApothecaryy, @TheYellowFix, and more!
📌 Can’t make it this Saturday? After Dark returns July 19 + August 16 with all-new lineups and surprises. See you in the Alley!
LoDo just got more flavorful!
@KonjoEthiopianFood has officially landed at @DenverMilkMarket, bringing Colorado’s first fast-casual Ethiopian eats to the @DairyBlock! Think tender spiced meats, vibrant vegan options, injera rolls, and comforting rice bowls that hit every note.
📍 Find them in the Denver Milk Market next to Cornicello
Created by longtime friends Fetien Gebre-Michael and Yoseph Assefa, Konjo is all about food from the heart. From injera to rice bowls, spicy stews to vegan classics, every dish is made with love, tradition, and serious flavor.
🍛 Build your plate with proteins like lamb, chicken, beef, and veggie delight
🌱 Pair with bold veggie sides like Misir (spicy red lentils), Kik (yellow split peas), Gomen with Dinich (seasoned spinach with potatoes), or Tikil Gomen (cabbage and carrots)
🥗 Add extra Injera, Rice, or Cabbage Slaw
🍳 Don’t miss Saturday & Sunday brunch (serving until 2 PM)
Let’s eat, LoDo!
We’re shining the spotlight on the rest of our incredible vendor lineup for Dairy Block After Dark! ✨
🎨 @ContrariumChainstitch – Hand-cranked embroidery with vintage flair and modern attitude
🧼 @CypressApothecaryy – Herbal alchemy, botanical blends, and plant magic for modern healing
🧢 @Efta.Streetwear – Clean, bold streetwear for freethinkers and creatives
🌵 @Fikkachica – Dreamy Western art with bold color and cowgirl energy
🏙️ @Gedrd_ – Retro-future cityscapes and bold linework with a cosmic twist
💍 @KPMountainMetals – Raw turquoise and hand-forged silver with heavy desert soul
🌙 @SpellAndSage – Mystical fiber art, floral frames, and celestial beauty
🎶 Vinyl DJ sets by @ESP.HiFi
🍸 Alley Pop-Up Bar by @PokaLolaSocialClub
✨ Projection mapping by @DSDI_, a vinyl shop collab with @RockyMountainRecordShow & disco-inspired installs from @AbstruseLike
📌 Saturday, June 21 from 5–10 PM | In the Alley for a summer night market curated by @FiresideAtFive, featuring art, music, drinks, and discovery around every corner.
Can’t make it June 21? After Dark returns on July 19 and August 16 with all-new lineups and surprises!
Want the full lineup and details? Head to dairyblock.com/events and start planning your night.
Blockwide Pride is back at Dairy Block and this year; we’re celebrating under a sky full of fruit and full-on glam. 🍌✨
📌 Drag show is free & open to all | Saturday, June 28 | 1–3 PM
Happening right after the high-energy morning rave from @dybrkr, this year’s Pride celebration unfolds beneath our newest Alley art installation, Bananas for You, by @AbstruseLike. A vibrant, cheeky reminder that love is for all. 🍌🫐🍓🍐🍑
Hosted by Jazmine James and DJ Markie, this free drag show features fierce performances by:
👑 Brittany Michaels (@Brittany.Michaels.39)
👑 Mirage Delamor (@Mirage_Delamor)
👑 Muni Tox (@Muni.Tox)
👑 Nina Montaldo
👑 Star Kirkland (@CurtesStar)
👑 Jazmine James (@Jazmine_Jamesden)
🎟 Want the full-day experience? Get your @dybrkr tickets now at the link in our bio!
The Alley is coming alive for the return of Dairy Block After Dark, a summer night market series curated by @FiresideAtFive and made for the bold, the curious, and the creative!
📍 Saturday, June 21 | 5–10 PM in the Alley
This week we’re spotlighting a few of the incredible makers lighting up our first evening bazaar:
💫 @BuenaVista.Goods | Jewelry and crystal creations inspired by desert sunsets
🕶 @ShopBabaCool | Jam band–meets–girl power sunnies made to turn heads
🗺 @BigAssMaps | Frame-worthy hand-drawn prints of Denver`s most iconic spots
👕 @Cr3am.ink | Apparel and art with a collective voice and a creative pulse
💌 @HeyAlissandra | Playful, hand-lettered prints, stickers, and greeting cards
🍌 @TheYellowFix | Small-batch banana pudding in nostalgic, crave-worthy flavors
🎶 Vinyl DJ sets by @ESP.HiFi
🍸 Alley Pop-Up Bar by @PokaLolaSocialClub
✨ Projection mapping by @DSDI_, a vinyl shop collab with @RockyMountainRecordShow & disco-inspired installs from @AbstruseLike
Tag a friend you’re bringing and check out the full lineup at the link in our bio!
