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A fire significantly damaged the Old Capitol Grill, a historic building in downtown Golden, Colorado, on November 3, 2005. The Golden Fire Department responded to the blaze at 3:51 p.m., which began at the restaurant's location.

The building, constructed in 1863, holds historical significance as it previously served as the Territorial Capitol for Colorado before statehood shifted the capital to Denver. Notably, the structure lacked a sprinkler system, which contributed to the fire's rapid spread.

The fire originated on the roof, likely due to a roofing contractor's use of a propane torch. It quickly extended into the attic, leading to structural failure of wooden support beams. Firefighters initially attempted an offensive attack but were forced to switch to defensive operations due to the fire's intensity.

The blaze was brought under control at 4:50 p.m., thanks to the efforts of sixty firefighters from five agencies, including Golden, West Metro, Fairmount, Pleasant View, and Genesee Fire Departments. Although the fire was confined to the attic and second floor, the first-floor restaurant sustained heavy smoke and water damage. The estimated loss from the fire amounted to approximately $1.3 million in structure and contents.