Max Taps Co. Centennial

Max Taps is probably the most underrated bar, brewery, taproom, etc. in Centennial. While it’s not a brewery in and of itself, or a bar per se, one thing you can be guaranteed of is that you will not have a bad drink here. It’s not possible. They have a massive selection of beers, seltzers, and even mead on tap, their huge constantly changing menu has quite literally never disappointed me. They have a few wines and some other things, but don’t expect it to be a full bar service type of place. It’s more local taps, regional taps, and other places around the country. I kid you not, I have not once single time had a drink that I wasn’t very impressed with at this place. They typically will have seasonal flavors. I had a pumpkin spice mead and ginger snap mead here that was actually incredible. They source some fantastic drinks that will make even the “I don’t really like beer or seltzer” person very pleased.

We’ve been coming to Max Taps regularly over the past two weeks and it has quickly become one of our favorite spots. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming — it can be pretty quiet during the weekdays, but it makes for a nice laid-back experience, and on Fridays it’s a great place to hang out. A big part of why we keep coming back is Neil. He brings a ton of hospitality and professionalism to the bar. He mentioned he’s been a bartender for several years, and it really shows. Please please please try the bees knees cocktail! Not only are his drinks consistently excellent, but he also takes the time to teach newer bartenders the craft, which is great to see. I’ve challenged him a few times by asking for random drinks just to see what he’d come up with, and every single one has been spot-on and delicious. He’s friendly, attentive, checks in often, and always has thoughtful recommendations — even offering samples so you can try something new. The food here is solid as well. I’ve had the pizza (which I personally think is very good, despite hearing mixed opinions from others) and they recently added a new fryer, so now wings are amazing. Between the food, drinks, and service, Max Taps is definitely worth visiting. Overall, if you’re looking for a place with great drinks, a comfortable vibe, and outstanding service — especially from Neil (ask for him) — Max Taps is an excellent choice.

Over 50 local, and not so local, craft beers on tap. You are definitely going to find a beer for you. Matt will make sure of it.

On a Friday for Happy Hour, this place was dead! Absolutely no atmosphere at all. Service was ok but nothing special as you have to go up to bar to order your beers. There was no server at this time. There was also no toilet paper in the women’s bathroom. They offer a good beer selection,a variety of seltzers and a few meads. I did not order any food.

We walked in for our first time on a Saturday and they had a live rock band playing inside the brewery. It was so loud, I couldn't even scream loud enough for the bartender to take my order. He was so frustrated at me and kept yelling back he couldn't hear me, he threw the menu at me, so I assume I could point to what I wanted. Since this was our first time in, we just felt the service could have handled the situation better and not direct his anger at me because of the loud rock band inside the brewery. Not sure we'll go back, unfortunately.