THE LOFT SUPPER CLUB HISTORY

Situated at the corner of 15th and Wazee Streets–

surrounded by brick and stone reminders of Denver’s
colorful past – the Wazee Supper Club has long been an
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Founding fathers Angelo and Jim Karagas ventured
forth from their native Detroit and in 1969 opened
their first Denver enterprise, My Brother’s Bar. The
next acquisition in 1974 was a 1910 structure–originally
housing a plumbing supply house–that became the
current Wazee.
dsc06045.jpg Since then, the Wazee Supper Club, with its classic
urban atmosphere, has earned favor with artists, politicians,
architects, theater-goers, entertainers, businessmen,
movers, shakers and generally people of good character
from around the globe. The Wazee also quickly became
known as a source of the best pizza in the civilized
world.
dsc06124.jpg The atmosphere at the Wazee is nothing if not unique.
A classic black and white tile floor is framed by depression-
era wainscoting and overhung by gas lights dating from
turn-of-the-century Milwaukee. The back bar–finished
in bleached mahogany burl–is an outstanding example of
30's deco style. It was removed from the American Hotel
Reserve the Wazee Loft shortly before its demolition.
As with many of the fixtures in the bar, the old
for your next party, telegraph clock hanging at its center has a story behind
it. It dates back about 75 years and was originally in an
group get-together, establishment called Verne’s in Detroit owned by the
Karagas brothers. During a lease-breaking party, many of
or business lunch. the patrons decided to avail themselves of the opportunity
and pinch various items for the sheer sake of nostalgia.
The culprit in this case ended up in Wyoming (employed
The Loft comfortably seats at the University of Wyoming). He ran into the Karagas
brothers and immediately arranged the return of the clock
parties of up to 50 people. which had been gathering dust in his basement for an
eternity.
The benches in the restaurant were obtained when the
Speak with a manager downtown chapter of the Denver Elks Club decided to
relocate. They still have little brass numbers on them.
for details. The three stained glass windows above the bar were
bought from a guy in a pickup parked nearby.
By far the most popular toy for people making their
first trip to the bar is the converted 1937 garage door
opener currently used in a dumbwaiter capacity to shuttle
food and drinks.
As with a few good establishments, many of the
Wazee’s customers think of it as a home away from home
and many people stopping through Denver on travels
make a point of popping in.
Just a few blocks from the Wazee is Auraria, the site of
the original town of Denver and not far off the Smoky
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Hill Trail, the dusty road that pioneers traveled to reach
deep into the West.
Denver’s original city hall stood a short distance
away and reminders are everywhere of the rich past
of this Historic District. In the old days, one of the
more noteworthy features of this neighborhood was its
Tenderloin District. Characters like Damon Runyan,
H. Allen Smith, Bat Masterson, Gene Fowler and other
famous writers used to prowl the bars and brothels
then only a stone’s throw away. More recent notables
include Jack Kerouac, Jack Nicholson, Danny Glover and
Raymond Burr.

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 APPETIZERS AWARD-WINNING PIZZA BURGERS
We make our pizzas from scratch so All burgers served à la carte.
Italian Breadsticks please allow extra time for preparation.
Glazed with olive oil, garlic and Parmesan cheese, 1/2 lb. Burger 6.50
baked lightly, served with marinara sauce. 5.25 Individual Medium Large 1/3 lb. Burger 5.50
1/3 lb. Buffalo Burger (90% fat free) 6.95
Z-Sticks (10") (14") (16")
Turkey Burger 5.50
Marinated grilled chicken skewers with Plain Cheese 6.95 10.95 14.95 Veggie Burger 5.50
Thai dipping sauce. 6.50 Add to it
Bianca Style 7.95 12.95 17.95
Crispy Mozzarella Sticks American cheese 1.00 White American cheese 1.00
Lightly breaded mozzarella sticks with Olive oil, fresh garlic, mozzarella, herbs
Provolone 1.00 Sautéed mushrooms 1.00
marinara sauce. 7.50 We recommend a maximum of five toppings White Cheddar 1.00 Hot jack cheese 1.00
Bruschetta Plate for even cooking. Smoky Cheddar 1.00 Jalapeño cream cheese 1.00
Sliced rustic Italian bread, with hummus, Sautéed onions .55 Blue cheese crumbles 1.00
olive tapenade and tomato relish. 9.25 Regular toppings Jalapeños .55 Fresh avocado 1.50
small 1.25 each; medium 1.50 each; large 2.50 each BBQ sauce .55 Bacon .75
Wazee Wings
Swiss cheese 1.00
Crisp chicken wings tossed with your choice of Ham Sausage Black olives
Buffalo style, BBQ or Garlic Parmesan. Pepperoni Meatball Green peppers SANDWICHES
Served with carrot sticks. 10 pcs. 9.95 Green olives Mushroom Pepperoncini All sandwiches served à la carte.
Artichoke Dip Onion Fresh tomato Pineapple
Artichoke dip served with rustic Italian bread. 9.25 Grilled Smoked Turkey Melt
Spinach Anchovy Jalapeño
Fried Buffalo Shrimp Basket Green chili Fresh garlic Double cheese Grilled smoked turkey, melted Swiss cheese on
Spicy Buffalo-breaded shrimp served on a bed of focaccia with lettuce, tomato and sun-dried
fries with a side of cocktail sauce. 9.95 tomato pesto. 7.75
Gourmet toppings
Appetizer Combo small 2.00 each; medium 2.25 each; large 3.00 each N.Y. Style Reuben (The Original)
Grilled Z-sticks, Wazee Wings, Artichoke Dip, Corned beef stacked high, with sauerkraut, Swiss
Crispy Mozzarella Sticks, Onion Rings and Feta cheese Canadian bacon Roasted red pepper and 1000 Island, grilled on marble rye. 7.50
Breadsticks. Served with dipping sauces. 14.50 Pesto Chicken breast Sun-dried tomato Turkey Reuben also available
Bacon Artichoke heart
Albacore Tuna Melt
SOUP & SALAD
Albacore tuna salad with roasted red peppers and
Dressings Available: Ranch, Blue Cheese, 1000 Island, French, SPECIALTY PIZZAS melted Swiss, grilled on sourdough. 7.75
Feta Italian, Honey Dijon, Oriental, Balsamic Vinaigrette Please no substitutions on combo pizzas.
Philly Cheese Steak
Fresh Soup of the Day 10” 14” 16” Sliced sirloin steak grilled with mushrooms,
Different soups made fresh daily. onions, green peppers and white American cheese,
Vegetarian Special 8.95 15.50 20.95
cup 2.95 bowl 3.95 served on a French roll. 7.95
Mushroom, black olives, green peppers, onion.
Homemade Chili Gates’ Chicken Jack Ranch Sandwich
Fresh beef, Wazee seasoning blend and Pacific Rim 8.95 15.50 20.95
Grilled chicken with melted pepper jack cheese
kidney beans. cup 2.95 bowl 3.95 Ham, pineapple, green peppers, onion.
and avocado slices on grilled sourdough with a
House Salad Meat Lovers 8.95 15.50 20.95 ranch dressing. 7.95
Mixed greens served with tomato, shredded carrots, Pepperoni, sausage, ham, Canadian bacon. Veggie Hummus Pita
croutons and your choice of dressing. 3.25
Supreme Pizza 8.95 15.50 20.95 Homemade hummus, fresh spinach, tomatoes,
Greek Salad Pepperoni, sausage, green peppers, onion and cucumbers, artichoke hearts, red onions and black
Chopped romaine with feta, Greek olives, olives wrapped up in a soft pita. 6.95
mushroom.
artichoke hearts, tomato, cucumbers, red onion
and pepperoncinis. small 5.50 large 8.95 Gyro
STROMBOLIS Thinly sliced lamb topped with tomatoes, lettuce,
Caesar Salad
With Parmesan cheese and garlic croutons. Like a pizza but folded over with all your favorite feta and our homemade tzatziki sauce wrapped
small 4.50 large 7.25 ingredients inside. Marinara on the side. in pita bread. 7.75

Blackened Salmon Blue Steak Sandwich

Combo
On mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette, Pepperoni, mushroom, sausage, green peppers,
egg, tomato and pepperoncinis. 10.95 and mozzarella. 9.25
Chipotle Ranch Salad Vegetarian
Mixed greens and black beans with onions,
Mushroom, green peppers, black olives, onion,
tomatoes, Cheddar cheese and your choice tomato, mozzarella. 9.25
of a juicy grilled chicken breast or
marinated steak grilled to order. Mediterranean
Feta cheese, mozzarella, red onion, green olives,
Served with chipotle-ranch dressing.
9.95 with chicken or 10.95 with steak black olives, fresh garlic and olive oil. 9.25
Chicken Caesar
Winter Salad
Marinated chicken, tomatoes, spinach, mozzarella
Fresh spinach tossed with balsamic vinaigrette,
and Parmesan cheese with Caesar dressing. 9.25
roasted pecans, cranberries, apple, blue cheese
and red onions. small 5.95 large 8.95 Pesto
Basil pesto, artichoke heart, fresh tomato,
Cobb Salad sun-dried tomato, roasted red pepper
Smoked turkey, bacon, egg, blue cheese crumbles,
and mozzarella. 9.25
avocado, tomatoes and onions piled high on Add chicken 3.00
romaine. 8.95
Build Your Own Stromboli
Choose up to any five items from the pizza
Add ons: Chicken 3.75 Steak 4.75 Salmon 4.75
toppings list, we add the mozzarella. 9.25
6 oz. steak grilled to order with grilled onions and
melted blue cheese crumbles served on a hoagie roll
with a side of horseradish. 8.95
French Dip
Thinly sliced lean roast beef piled high on a freshly
baked hoagie roll and served with au jus. 7.95
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Lightly breaded and grilled chicken breast, topped
with provolone, Parmesan cheese and marinara,
served on a burger bun. 8.25
Fish and Chips
Beer battered, flaky Atlantic Cod
with fries and cole slaw. 10.95
ADD ONS
Fries 1.95 small 3.25 large
Onion Rings 2.95 small 4.95 large
Frings (fries and rings) 4.50
Chips 1.50
Cole Slaw 1.25 07/08

Kitchen Hours: We have great space for

Ask about our daily specials. Monday-Saturday until 1:00am
and 11:00pm on Sunday
large or not-so-large parties!

Please ask to see a Manager if you have concer ns about food allergies