Oct 23, 2025 - Food and Drink

The best new bites at Ball Arena

Esteban L. Hernandez

A yellow mascot character leans over a buffet table with food under lamps in a room with a windows. — Denver Nuggets mascot Rocky poses near a tray of donuts from Jake's Baby D's. Photo: Esteban L. Hernandez/Axios

Chef Robert Biebrich, who oversees the menus at Ball Arena, says recent feedback from Colorado Avalanche and Denver Nuggets fans suggested people didn't just want more affordable food options, but local ones too.

State of play: Biebrich helped craft a "fan-friendly" menu with nine snacks and drinks under $10, plus new food from local restaurants and vendors.

The latest: New local eateries include Big Belly Brothers BBQ, Illegal Burger, Jake's Baby D's, Mexico City, Nola Jane and Redeemer Pizza.

New $5 snacks include candy, chips, fries, hot dogs, popcorn and pretzels.

Dig in: We picked a few bites you absolutely shouldn't miss during the next Avs or Nuggets game.

The braised short rib mac from the Michelob Ultra Mountain House is a delectable macaroni dish made with scrumptious, slow-cooked beef.
The bacon BBQ chicken melt available throughout the arena is a savory sandwich with crispy chicken slathered in chipotle barbecue sauce.
The mini donuts from Jake's Baby D's are a must-have, especially the ones topped with chocolate sauce.

What's next: The Nuggets open their 2025-26 home season schedule Saturday against the Phoenix Suns.

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