Picture this: You’re walking home from a Saturday morning at the trails, and you realize you forgot to pick up ingredients for tonight’s dinner. Instead of getting in the car, you take a five-minute stroll to a welcoming space where you can grab fresh provisions, a bottle of wine, and maybe even stay for a relaxed meal. No planning required. No driving across town. Just the kind of convenience that makes a place feel like home.
That vision is about to become reality at Westerly.
Westerly will welcome a new neighborhood market and full-service restaurant—a thoughtfully designed gathering place where everyday errands become opportunities to connect. Designed to be woven into the fabric of daily life, this destination will serve both Westerly residents and the broader Erie community, offering a place to gather, shop, dine, and connect, all just steps from home.
Denver-area hospitality operator Dustin Chiappetta—creator of the beloved Pearl Market & Wine and Carmella’s in Denver—will bring his signature approach to Westerly: a neighborhood-first philosophy that blends the warmth of a local market with the thoughtfulness of a chef-driven restaurant. This new concept draws inspiration from both of his Denver locations, merging their best qualities into one welcoming destination in Erie.
The market and restaurant will occupy approximately 6,400 square feet within an approximately 10,000-square-foot building in the heart of Westerly. The market and restaurant are planned to break ground in summer 2026, with a planned opening in 2027.
A Neighborhood Market Designed for Everyday Convenience
Neighbors will find everything from house-made provisions and grab-and-go meals to specialty grocery staples and a curated selection of wine and beer. Each product will be thoughtfully sourced with an eye toward quality and community. Think artisan bread for tomorrow’s breakfast, a ready-to-heat dinner for tonight, and that bottle of wine you didn’t know you needed until you saw it.
The adjoining restaurant will offer a made-from-scratch menu that emphasizes seasonal ingredients, thoughtful sourcing, and a genuine respect for the craft of cooking. It’s designed for easy lunches, relaxed dinners, and those spontaneous stops for everyday staples and special ingredients.
Rather than being a destination you plan your week around, the market and restaurant are designed to become a trusted part of Westerly life—the place you don’t think twice about visiting because it’s so convenient.
A Hub for Connection
At Westerly, connection has always been foundational. The new market and restaurant embody that philosophy by creating a space where neighbors cross paths naturally and everyday moments feel more social, more human.
“When I look at Westerly—with its emphasis on walkability, shared spaces, and genuine community—it feels like the kind of neighborhood where meaningful connections happen organically,” shared Chiappetta. “That’s why I’m so excited to bring this concept here. This isn’t about opening another location; it’s about becoming part of a neighborhood. It’s about creating the kind of place where people feel at home the moment they walk in.”
This is where a quick stop for dinner becomes an unplanned conversation with neighbors. It is where familiar faces gather over coffee, a shared meal, or a bottle of wine chosen for tonight’s table. Over time, it becomes not just a place you visit, but a place you rely on—woven seamlessly into the rhythm of life at Westerly.
Thoughtful Planning Comes Full Circle
The addition of a neighborhood market and restaurant has always been central to Westerly’s long-term vision. From the beginning, Southern Land Company envisioned a community built around walkability, shared spaces, and daily convenience—a place where you don’t need to drive to access what you need.
Rather than rushing development, Westerly has grown intentionally. Parks, trails, homes, and gathering places have taken shape with care, allowing the neighborhood to mature organically. The market and restaurant represent the next chapter in that story—anchoring the community with a place that supports both everyday needs and meaningful connection. It is this thoughtful and intentional planning and design that has earned Westerly Denver’s Community of the Year Award.
Woven Into the Fabric of Daily Life
Life at Westerly already revolves around shared experiences—mornings at The Waypoint, afternoons exploring the trails, evenings spent on the front porch. When the market and restaurant open in 2027, they will become part of that same daily rhythm.
Walks to pick up dinner ingredients. Casual meals with neighbors. Impromptu gatherings over a bottle of wine. These moments will join yoga classes, park playdates, and community events as part of Westerly life—adding another layer of convenience and character that transforms a neighborhood into a true hometown.
Why Timing Matters
For those considering new homes in Erie, Colorado, the announcement of this market and restaurant signals something important: Westerly is a community confidently stepping into its next chapter. Residents who become part of the growing neighborhood today help shape the community’s character from the start.
As the streetscapes mature, friendships deepen, and daily routines take root, the market and restaurant will arrive—not as something new, but as something that’s been anticipated. It will feel like a natural extension of everyday life at Westerly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will the market and restaurant break ground?
A: The market and restaurant are planned to break ground in summer 2026, with a planned opening in 2027.
Q: What will the market and restaurant include?
A: The market will feature prepared foods, grab-and-go meals, house-made provisions, specialty grocery items, and a thoughtfully curated selection of wine and beer. The restaurant will offer an approachable, from-scratch menu designed for everyday dining—whether it’s a quick lunch, a relaxed dinner, or a spontaneous stop with neighbors.
Q: Who is operating the market and restaurant?
A: Denver hospitality operator Dustin Chiappetta, creator of Pearl Market & Wine and Carmella’s.
Q: Where is Westerly located?
A: Westerly is located in Erie, Colorado, approximately 25 miles from Denver and Boulder, offering easy access to the best of Colorado’s Front Range.
Q: How can I learn more about homes at Westerly?
A: Visit westerlycolorado.com to explore available homes, learn about the community’s amenities, and discover what makes Westerly one of Colorado’s most thoughtfully designed master-planned neighborhoods.
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