About
Connor’s Visits (June + October 2025): First trip was breakfast: “I stopped by yesterday and treated myself to a cinnamon roll and chicken fried chicken… I was not only impressed by the taste and quality of the food (plus the good vibes), but also how reasonable their prices are.” (Castle Rock Crew, June 3, 2025) Dinner came that fall: “Everything from the food to the atmosphere hit the mark. I went with Leah’s Penne alla Vodka (named after one of the owners), which I would highly recommend, not just for the taste but for how much food you get. Great value… Oh, and I stole some truffle fries. You don’t want to miss those, so order a side no matter what else you get.” (Castle Rock Crew, October 21, 2025)
Ownership: Wide Awake Eatery is owned by Leah and Todd Hills, who also own Wide Open Saloon in Sedalia (home to Denver's award-winning Riot BBQ kitchen as of May 2026). Wide Awake opened June 1, 2025 on Wilcox Street.
Wide Awake Eatery offers guests a vibrant brunch and dinner experience with a focus on farm-inspired American dishes and craft cocktails. The welcoming atmosphere features live music on select nights and ample outdoor seating, including a dog-friendly patio. Wide Awake also runs ticketed event nights — Dinner & Dueling Pianos, comedy nights and Sunday DJ brunches — with the next dates listed in the events section below. Service is warm and attentive, with reservations accepted through OpenTable.
What To Expect:
- 🍳 Creative brunch classics and elevated American fare
- 🍹 Artisan cocktails with strong espresso options
- 🎸 Live music evenings Wednesday to Saturday
- 🐕 Dog-friendly outdoor seating on the patio
Important Information:
- Outdoor dining available with fireplace
- Free parking options with some difficulty at peak times
- Wheelchair accessible entrance, restrooms, and seating
- Reservations recommended, especially for larger groups
Come for the food, stay for the lively atmosphere and community vibe.
- Our DougCo Social Dinner Club has dined here. About the Dinner Club →
- A regular after-party stop for our Dinner Club nights. About the Dinner Club →
- We've hosted a Couples Dinner here. About the Couples Dinner →
📍 Local Insights
☕ Must-Try Drinks: The pumpkin spice espresso martini and cold-pressed orange juice are standouts that patrons rave about.
🌞 Outdoor Patio Vibes: Request outdoor seating to enjoy fireplace comfort and live piano music, especially on weekends.
🎶 Live Music Nights: Live entertainment runs Wednesday through Saturday evenings, creating a fun dining ambiance without overwhelming volume early in the week.
🐕 Dog Friendly: Dog owners love bringing their pets along thanks to the welcoming patio and attentive staff.
👨👩👧 Hills Family Sister Venue: Owned by Leah and Todd Hills, who also run Wide Open Saloon in Sedalia. As of May 2026 Wide Open's kitchen is run by Denver's Riot BBQ — different menu, same hospitality team. Signature dishes like the Italian sandwich and Birria-style tacos appear on both menus.
Took part in Downtown Castle Rock Restaurant Week, Oct. 2-11, 2026 (special: Prime Rib Dip): see the 2026 specials.
🎉 Events at Wide Awake Eatery
⏰ Hours
Monday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
👉 Best For
- •Brunch lovers
- •Families
- •Dog owners
- •Live music fans
- •Groups
Also In
Best Restaurants in Castle Rock →Location
115 Wilcox St Suite 120, Castle Rock, CO 80104Review Sentiment
Based on 357 Google reviews
"Wide Awake Eatery is celebrated for its outstanding brunch and dinner with many highlighting the delicious food, attentive and friendly service, and lively atmosphere with live music. Guests love the dog-friendly patio and creative menu offerings. While most praise the quality, some reviews note the noise level can be high during busy times and that a few found the portion sizes small relative to price. Occasional service inconsistencies were mentioned but not widespread."
What You'll Find
- •Chicken and Waffles
- •Cheddar Drop Biscuits with Sausage Gravy
- •Eggs Benedict
- •Million Dollar Bacon
- •Breakfast Burrito
- •Italian Club Sandwich
- •Steak and Fries
- •Southwest Omelet with Green Chili
- •Protein Bowl
- •Chilaquiles
- •Pancakes
- •Steel Cut Oats
- •Truffle Fries
- •Craft Cocktails
- •Coffee
- •Espresso Martini
📆 Best Times to Visit
Visit weekdays early morning for quieter experience; outdoor patio preferred for quieter dining.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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