Prelude + Post

3.6 (2625)

$30 and under

American

1355 Curtis St., Denver, CO 80204

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Prelude + Post

3.6

$30 and under

American

Downtown / LoDo

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
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Formally known as Limelight Supper Club, PRELUDE + POST is centrally located within the Denver Center for Performing Arts, it is a popular gathering place for theater attendees and downtown diners alike for pre-theater dinner and post theater dessert and night caps.
PRELUDE + POST server a contemporary American style menu for a social dining experience. Meaning all seating is community. Reservations guarantee seats, but not an exclusive table.
Grab a drink and bring it straight to your seats (for all Theatre Houses)

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–1:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
Phone number
(720) 227-9984
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Esmer Gonzalez-Mejia
Catering
Private Events, Dinners, Meetings. Please reach out for out Catering Guide.

Location
1355 Curtis St., Denver, CO 80204
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Cross street
14th and Curtis Streets, in the Denver Performing Arts Center
Parking details
Enter the Denver Performing Arts Complex Parking Garage on Arapahoe between 14th and 13th or under the Complex on 13th Street. Take the elevators to the main level (3), and immediately turn to right. <br />
Public transit
We are two blocks from the Colorado Convention Center and Lightrail stops.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Salumi + Fromage$24.00
Artisanal cheeses + cured meats + cornichons + crostini + orange fig spread
Artisanal Dinner Roll$17.00
Yeast rolls + Italian parmesan butter + chili butter + whiskey brown butter [NF]
Beef and Pork Meatballs$22.00
Tzatziki dressing + cucumber + togarashi [NF]
Garlic Parm Fries$15.00
House seasoning blend + grated parmesan + parsley + confit garlic oil [NF] (Gluten free option available)
Bruschetta$13.00
Roma tomato + basil + red onion + crustini + olive oil [NF] [DF]
Spinach and Artichoke Dip$16.00
Cream cheese + goat cheese + parmesan + garlic + pita chips [NF]
Spicy Sushi Roll$18.00
Tuna + avocado + cucumber + spicy mayo + seasame + unagi
Scallops$20.00
Chorizo + corn pure + micro greens [GF] [NF]

Soups + Salads

Caesar Salad
Chopped romaine + garlic croutons + parmesan + house made caesar dressing [NF]
- Full$14.00
- Half$7.00
Seasonal Salad
Ask your server about today's selection
- Full$14.00
- Half$7.00
Southwest Salad
Mixed greens + cilantro lime dressing + corn + cherry tomato + black beans + tortilla strips + pepperjack cheese [NF]
- Full$16.00
- Half$8.00
Vegetarian Lentil Soup
Potato + Kale + Tomato + Carrot + Celery + Onion + Parsnip

Add Protein to Salads

Chicken Breast$6.00
Salmon$8.00

Entrees

Culver Farms Duck Breast$37.00
Parsnip Pure and Chips + Chefs Blend Mushrooms + Cipollini Onion + Duck Jus + Herb Oil
Braised Short Rib$33.00
Local Beef + Whipped Potato + Baby Carrots + Cherry Tomato + Demi Glace + Gremolata
Roasted Airline Chicken Breast$26.00
Peri Peri Sauce + Garlic Fingerling Potato + Broccolini + Lemon
Gnocchi Sofrito$24.00
House Made Gnocchi + Pork Ragu + Piquillo Peppers + Parmesan + Breadcrumbs + Herb Oil
White Marble Farms Pork Chop$42.00
Bone In Pork Chop + Sweet Potato Pure + Brussel Sprouts + Guanciale + Five Spice Jus + Poached Red Wine Pear Gremolata
Steak and Fries$48.00
Ribeye + Porcini Salt + Truffle Butter Fries + Chimichurri
Colorado Rainbow Trout$32.00
Couscous + Roasted Cauliflower + Frisee + Buerre Blanc + Dill Oil
Marinated Mushroom$21.00
Grilled Portabella + Rice Cake + Cauliflower + Cilantro Pure + Watermelon Radish

Shareable Sides

Roasted Carrots$16.00
Whipped tofu + herb oil + toasted pepita seeds [NF] [GF] [DF]
Crispy Brussel Sprouts$15.00
Shishito peppers + sweet drops peppers + togarashi seasoning + balsamic glaze + chipotle aioli
Mac + Cheese$13.00
Cavatappi noodle + cheese sauce + toasted breadcrumbs + chives [NF]
Seasonal Flatbread$15.00
Tomato + basil + mozzarella cheese + pesto
Whipped Potatoes$12.00
Butter + chives [NF] [GF]

Reviews

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3.6

(2625)

3.6Food
3.9Service
3.5Ambience
3.3Value

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Review summary

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Prelude + Post offers a prime location for theater-goers with "great pre-show dinner" options. While service and food quality can be inconsistent, standout moments include "great food, very convenient" and attentive staff like servers Cami and Geneva. Patrons appreciate the "yummy drink menu" and the convenience of dining close to the Denver Center for Performing Arts.

2,625 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
1.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
The quality of the food is offensive. For context, we have been dining here for over 4 years but the place is not as good as it once was. We have tried a lot of the menu. Food quality and service has dropped significantly. Old bread, old sushi, old artichoke dip. You get better sushi from King Soopers, and for the price we paid, I will never go back. I’ve given it many chances since we noticed this decline. It always feels like we get the bottom of the pot or yesterdays leftovers. We come here because we love catching a musical or play and it’s the only convenient place, unfortunately. It used to be so good and well taken care of. It used to feel elevated and romantic. Restrooms always smell rancid now and you can tell the place has lost its quality.
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Jan Gold
Denver22 reviews
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The bread with the spinach dip was stale and not fit for eating. The gnocchi was okay just it was drown out by the parm and stuffing on top. Overall very mediocre especially for the price
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Bill
Denver1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We got a lot of kitchen chatter where we were seated.
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julie Gold
Denver17 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I am happy to write a positive review after 2 years of not going to Prelude and post after a very negative experience there. Now, new chef, new manager and updated staff. My daughter and I had a , thankfully lovely experience before a play on Sunday. I’m happy to feel better about this- what used to be a staple for us as season theatre goers! It is important to give feedback- positive or negative. I’m glad this one is positive! Erin our server, Daniel, the manager all took great care to make sure our experience was great. Give it a try if you’ve been sidelined by the former crew
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Diane
Denver3 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 28, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The bathrooms had a terrible smell and no hand soap. NOT ok. Ceiling tiles were in ill repair. A restaurant charging these prices need to step it up. It had a dirty floor.
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Jodi
Phoenix1 review
3.0
Dined on October 28, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
For perspective this was my 5th time at P+P. The martini was delish and our waitress was fabulous. However, I was disappointed with the bathroom smell and the food was o.k. for the price. Because of it's location to the theatre I will be back hoping for a great experience.
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Jordan
Denver4 reviews
1.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
I have gone here many times and this was the first disappointing visit. We had an early reservation but food took forever to come out. All the tables that were seated after us got their food much before. We had to rush to eat to get to our show time. My eggs were overcooked too. They have done a good job before. Just a bad day.
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Nick
Denver1 review
4.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The atmosphere was pleasant, but we did have trouble with our food order. We had the Hash Benedict, supposedly with two poached eggs, but the eggs came out hard-boiled, so we asked for new eggs. The second set wasn’t much better. Next time we’ll go for the French Toast. It looked much better.
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Suzanne Gold
Denver101 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We enjoy prior post prior to going to theater performances, concerts and plays. The menu is varied and the Wine list is very approachable. We had small plates, unfortunately way they were out of the sushi roll, but the spinach, artichoke dip, meatballs, and scallops were delicious, and filling.
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Amanda
Denver4 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our waitress was very nice and our food was absolutely amazing. We had a 6 o’clock reservation so we can make it to the 730 show. We ordered our food right away. However, our food did not come out until 7 PM so we had to rush through eating. It took over an hour to come out. I wish I could give this five stars because the food and the waitress was very good however, due to the weight and us having to rush through eating, I have to give it less stars. We will not be coming back.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–1:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
Phone number
(720) 227-9984
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Esmer Gonzalez-Mejia
Catering
Private Events, Dinners, Meetings. Please reach out for out Catering Guide.

Location
1355 Curtis St., Denver, CO 80204
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Cross street
14th and Curtis Streets, in the Denver Performing Arts Center
Parking details
Enter the Denver Performing Arts Complex Parking Garage on Arapahoe between 14th and 13th or under the Complex on 13th Street. Take the elevators to the main level (3), and immediately turn to right. <br />
Public transit
We are two blocks from the Colorado Convention Center and Lightrail stops.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Prelude + Post fills up around showtime, expect the busiest periods in the two-hour pre-show rush (guests often describe long waits and a packed dining room), with Saturday nights frequently jammed; visits outside those theater windows, including Sunday brunch/afternoon visits, tend to feel more relaxed.

Prelude + Post offers communal seating with a lively bar area and high-tops, a large open dining room, a smaller room of standard tables, and an outdoor patio for cocktail seating. Reservations guarantee seats but not an exclusive table, since much seating is shared.

Yes, families dine here and staff are accommodating: reviewers note kids’ items like mac and cheese served at a kid-friendly temperature and servers helping families get drinks to go for shows. Parents report bringing children for quick pre-show meals with attentive service.

Prelude + Post is at its best as a pre-theater spot, arrive well before your show (guests recommend allowing around 90 minutes) to enjoy dinner and still make curtain. For a quieter, less crowded visit try Sunday brunch or times outside the two-hour pre-show rush.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday attire is appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

Sunday is a lovely pick, Prelude + Post offers Sunday brunch (Sun 11:00 am–1:00 pm) and guests report enjoying brunch here before Sunday performances.

Some shareable plates and appetizers are described as generous, guests specifically call the charcuterie, brussels sprouts, and a few small plates comfortably shareable.

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Prelude + Post

3.6

$30 and under

American

Downtown / LoDo

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Prelude + Post

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Prelude + Post

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Appetizers

Salumi + Fromage$24.00

Artisanal Dinner Roll$17.00

Beef and Pork Meatballs$22.00

Garlic Parm Fries$15.00

Bruschetta$13.00

Spinach and Artichoke Dip$16.00

Spicy Sushi Roll$18.00

Scallops$20.00

Soups + Salads

Caesar Salad

Seasonal Salad

Southwest Salad

Vegetarian Lentil Soup

Add Protein to Salads

Chicken Breast$6.00

Salmon$8.00

Entrees

Culver Farms Duck Breast$37.00

Braised Short Rib$33.00

Roasted Airline Chicken Breast$26.00

Gnocchi Sofrito$24.00

White Marble Farms Pork Chop$42.00

Steak and Fries$48.00

Colorado Rainbow Trout$32.00

Marinated Mushroom$21.00

Shareable Sides

Roasted Carrots$16.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts$15.00

Mac + Cheese$13.00

Seasonal Flatbread$15.00

Whipped Potatoes$12.00

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