Old Capitol Grill & Smokehouse

4.1 ( 1511 reviews )
$10–20
1122 Washington Ave, Golden, CO 80401, United States
+1 303-279-6390
Old Capitol Grill & Smokehouse, nestled on Washington Avenue in Golden, CO, has carved out a reputation for its generous portions and signature smoked meats. Diners rave about the 12-pound brisket and pulled pork, both decadent when topped with the house's Miners' Spicy Pork Green Chili. Appetizers like the Bruno Burrito and crispy Brussels sprouts showcase a creative blend of flavors, garnering high praise for their bold tastes. Reviewers highlight the restaurant's inviting atmosphere, perfectly blending a western vibe with a modern touch. Guests like Robert Thomson appreciate the relaxed environment, making it ideal for casual dining or entertaining out-of-town visitors. The attentive service, as noted by Bryant Ladair, enhances the dining experience; servers guide patrons without being overbearing, ensuring a seamless transition from menu selection to meal enjoyment. While some, like Ian Netupsky, suggest seasoning levels can be hit or miss, the consensus remains clear: Old Capitol Grill offers a delightful fusion of hearty dishes and warm hospitality. Whether indulging in pork street tacos or enjoying a rich pot pie, visitors are bound to leave with full bellies and happy hearts. For those seeking a flavorful evening in Golden, this smokehouse stands out as a must-visit culinary gem.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has live music
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid parking lot
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Old Capitol Grill & Smokehouse

Robert Thomson
May 25,2025
Great atmosphere, on the "Main Street" of downtown Golden! Generous portions of tasty food, on a nicely varied menu. We really enjoy this restaurant and it's relaxed casual feel. We come here often, and love bringing our out of town guests here.
Bryant Ladair
May 19,2025
I recently ate here with two friends and really enjoyed the food and drinks. Alex, our server was outstanding. She steered us in the right direction without being pushy. She’s great for upsells for them :) We had the brisket, pot pie and a burger. All really good. The old fashions were really good as well.
Keishla Lopez
May 6,2025
Great atmosphere and very clean areas including bathrooms too. Clean and tidy. This was so delicious. Husband got a smokehouse philly with fries and I ended up getting the pork street tacos. The portions are very filling. My 3 tacos were stuffed! I recommend using their BBQ sauce on the pork tacos it gave it some bold flavor that was mouthwatering. I will definitely get that again but will try the beef brisket version next. We enjoyed our lunch here! We ended up with a very funny server he was a delight.
Serena Becker
Apr 22,2025
Delicious! Very cool right on the corner. Plenty of stuff to see out of the big windows. Call little bar area. The food was delicious. Served quickly. Not a whole lot of people were in when we came in. Plenty of seating parking was a little bit difficult. But one of the better places I think to go in Golden. Street tacos were great.
Ian Netupsky
Apr 20,2025
Great western atmosphere in a historic building. The service was great and the staff was friendly. If you're a foody and going for great food alone, you're not going to be thrilled. The food was good, some really good, and some too salty. I would suggest asking them not to add more salt when cooking. I would recommend it for anyone wanting a fun evening out with good food and friends or a date night.
Loren LP
Mar 16,2025
Best burger ever! The bison burger was just amazing I really like it!
KC Mitch
Mar 12,2025
Stopped in for a quick bit and this place has some history. Great service and outstanding staff. Cold beer and great food. Took a tour and the pictures on the wall tell an amazing story. We had a burger with quite a few different appetizers and some more beer. Enjoyed the time. Thank you all and see you soon.
Christine Howland
Feb 20,2025
They have Barmen beer. The meat was nicely done, although we did have one (out of 4) dry brisket. The baked beans were homemade, we think with navy beans, changing the flavor but still delicious. The Cole Slaw was awesome. The corn beard was made with blue corn making look like a brownie - also delicious. And lastly, the service was absolutely amazing. I highly recommend this place.

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