The Brinkerhoff is the talk of the town
By Jay McKinney // Photos Courtesy of The Brinkerhoff
A VISIT TO The Brinkerhoff is a teleportation to a fine Mexico City steakhouse. From the moment diners walk through the exterior archways to the first bite of a sizzling chicharrón de ribeye, the experience is inspired by Mexico City’s best restaurants. The Brinkerhoff opened last September and quickly established itself as a premier dining destination in Castle Rock. Its name pays homage to Sonny Brinkerhoff, a leading figure in the Denver restaurant industry who worked closely with his son William. William’s son Mark is the current CEO and president of Brinkerhoff Hospitality and this new restaurant honors his grandfather and father’s legacy.
It’s located a stone’s throw away from Savina’s Mexican Kitchen that the company also owns and both restaurants are positioned in a prime location. Expansive windows line the dining room and provide patrons with views that are on par with those of the best tee boxes from the world class golf courses located a couple miles to the north.
In designing the restaurant, every detail was considered and Mark Brinkerhoff calls it a tribute to his wife Jo and her Mexican heritage. The arches are inspired by aqueducts found throughout inner Mexico and provide an aesthetically pleasing touch to the building. To ensure authenticity, the stone used for the exterior and interior was imported from Mexico. The chandeliers that light the dining room are an example of old-world European design that is woven into Mexico City’s architecture. All of it comes together to create an intimate ambiance that fosters connection and lasting memories for all who visit.
“We wanted to create an experience and build a restaurant where people come to slow down, talk, and connect,” Mark Brinkerhoff says. “A place where the conversation matters as much as what is on the table.”
As for what is on the table, the menu is deliciously diverse from the starters to dessert. To start the evening off, consider ordering the truffle french fries or Hawaiian tuna tartare for the table. The final bite inspires an unmistakable pause—followed by eager anticipation. The restaurant prides itself on USDA prime cuts of steak but there’s also an assortment of tasty salads, sushi rolls, and other entrees to satisfy every appetite. Try the coconut tuna roll made with ahi tuna, macadamia, avocado, jalapeños, and coconut.
Bar Hummingbird, also owned by Brinkerhoff Hospitality, is anticipated to open in March and it will perfectly complement The Brinkerhoff. The bar adjoins the steakhouse via an expansive plaza that looks out at the foothills.
While the steakhouse provides traditional fine dining, Bar Hummingbird is an elevated bar experience inspired by European cocktail culture and the refined bars—such as the legendary Bar Hemingway—found in Paris. “It is a place to relax, enjoy beautifully crafted drinks and light fare, and experience an elevated bar environment that feels timeless and effortless,” Mark Brinkerhoff says. In the evenings, live piano music will set the mood as visitors sip on their favorite cocktails and watch the sunset. There is also a private space upstairs that can accommodate small gatherings and special events.
THE BRINKERHOFF
6373 Promenade Pkwy.
Castle Rock
303.656.2600
thebrinkerhoff.com
