Just because the number of food items at Agave Lounge in Old Colorado City was overshadowed by the expansive list of available tequilas didn’t mean the menu offerings were an afterthought. Far from it! The Menu There was a distinct Southwestern theme to the food. Some were small-plate (tapas) options, others more sizable. Choices ranged from tamales to empanadas, from flatbread with elote (Mexican-style corn) to macaroni and cheese. Everything we ordered was easily shareable.  Critic’s Tip Agave is the plant from which tequila is made. Although our focus was on the food, it was interesting to learn that the Agave Lounge has more than 70 types of tequila. Even if it isn’t your beverage of choice, staff here is more than willing to answer questions about it … and about the food, of course. Tempura Battered Brussels, Balsamic Fig Jam, and Balsamic Glaze (The Gazette: Cody Van Hooser) On the Table We weren’t sure how large servings were ,so we started with Brussels sprouts ($10) and empanadas ($8).…