50 Best Bars in Denver

“The cocktails were amazing and so was the service. The burger came out somewhat raw when ordered medium. It was sent back and new one was better and comped. Fries were sweet (not a fan). Apple crumble tasted like baked oatmeal with apple and bland. Overall, go there for drinks and ambience and service but be mindful about the food.“

“This is by far my favorite place to go with my gal pals or bring out of town visitors. James the bartender always provides extraordinary customer service and delicious cocktails. The views are great. The vibes are on point. And even though seating can be hard to find, standing is so worth it to experience this rooftop.“

“Improper City is one of the few places that actually have a non alcoholic on tap along with local non alcoholic beers. Great place to enjoy the nice weather as one of best patios in Rino.“

“Incredible cocktails- super inventive / creative. Dr p was awesome as was the chile , avocado and many more. The 90s music was amazing and the vibe was so fun. The bartenders are probably some of the best in the city and are so fast at making drinks !! Really really cool spot“

“Just performed music and flow arts here. Walking in, before I could exclaim I was booked to play, I was met with a warm welcome. That's how you know it's legit. Solid staff, classy cocktails including NA options, great sound engineer and atmosphere no doubt. Will be back.“

“When I have friends stopping through town on the way to the slopes or even a convention, I usually take them to Avanti. They’re gonna see the mountains, usually have a day or two planned to explore them. I think it’s nice to showcase our city skyline and the view of downtown from the spacious upstairs bar and patio. The city lights just glistening at night from that vantage point… The food court features local eateries and usually covers every flavor for a lunch or dinner palette. The vine list is refreshing... parking does stink on weekends because the area is so popular. It's got a lot of screens to watch games or open seating to catch up with friends.“

“Excellent wings and burger! We got the garlic Parmesan & buffalo, flavor was spot on. Service was good and quick. Will definitely be back.“

“Great food! Staff are very nice & attentive. Becca was our server & was awesome!! We will definitely come back!“

“A low key gem situated in the Santa Fe Art District. Atmosphere is cozy and comfortable. Friends are included (Owners/operators Michael and Heather)!“

“My childhood bar. Had my first drink here when I was a kid.“

“This historic original Coors tap house is one of the greatest bars and restaurants in Denver, tucked away in the very hip Highlands neighborhood. The amazing bartenders and staff offer great service that perfectly complements the delicious and tasty food. The menu is absolutely mouth-watering, from the house-made pork rinds and tavern tots to the delicious pastrami. My personal favorite, though, has to be the green chili stew.“

“Love this bar!!! It’s a complete local gem. Great vibe with some of the best drinks in the neighborhood.“

“if you love vinyl and a cool unique vibe, this is the place. always a wonderful, eclectic musical discovery experience“

“Best neighborhood bar around! Not quite a dive bar and definitely not a fancy place for fancy drinks. Most days include a great food truck right out front and large patio out back.“

“Fantastic drinks that change seasonally, friendly and attentive staff. Great place!“

“The cocktail bar was dark and cozy“

“This place is awesome! Check it out!“

“An extraordinary meal where four of us basically ordered 90% of what was on the menu. It came out with a speed that was a bit overwhelming and we didn't know what to taste first. But the concept of all dishes being shared and apportioned to the number of guests at the table is already a huge plus: no agonizing over how to split orders - it's already been done. Highly recommend the Dragon Whiskers, Gai Lan, Pork Ribs, Duck Roll, Lamb noodles with neck, with sadly the expensive grilled bass being a pass: it was dry and lacked the anticipated flavor. The service was impeccable. Overall, a great night out!“

“Happy hour makes their specialty cocktails fairly cheap for a craft cocktail bar!! Fantastic hand crafted cocktails with friendly bartenders, happy hour is a must here! Freshly squeezed juice and cool vibes!“

“I have seen two amazing shows here, the servers and atmosphere are amazing. The main show and the reason to keep returning is the fabulous and funny host Selene. The burlesque performance of Six was absolutely amazing. I saw the musical a few weeks later and found myself missing the storytelling and historical comedy that Selena provided. It's what brings the whole story, music, personalities, and performances together. I would see Selene's version of Six many many more times over the 'theatrical' version. Costumes are also amazing and the performances are impressive and stunning. I especially love the acrobatic chair performances!! I can't wait to go back!“

“Great community-focused space for all types of events.“

“Desert Social has been such a beautiful experience each and every time! I have attended events here and photographed them for The Friendship Mixer. I am always so excited to shoot in this earthy, moody, gorgeous space! Great service and cocktails too 20/10!“

“We were out of towners looking for a karaoke spot and found this gem! Great host, great singers, perfect sized crowd, and good food as well.“

“Cajicun burger......fan freaking tastic!“

“We were bar hopping so we stopped here! We've been here before but its been a while! They had a live band outside that night so we basically had the inside to ourselves! Bartenders were friendly and accommodating...my good girlfriend didn't know what she wanted lololol! A group came in so we chit chatted with them! It was a good time!!!“

“The music was perfect for the sunset happening. Cool deep house you may hear at Anjunadeep open air concerts. Highly recommend!“

“One of the best, if the best, Irish bar in Denver (speaking as an Irish person). Fantastic pint of Guinness poured by people who know what they’re at. My boy Sean behind the bar kept us tipping along when we were there. If you’re looking for an Irish bar in Denver, this should be you’re go-to place“

“The first time we went, last year, it was such a great time and overall experience but this last was nothing even close. It was so busy that you couldn’t get a drink or golf. The bathroom had to be cleaned because someone urinated everywhere.
Not sure we will return….“

“Great craft beer selections, friendly staff, casual atmosphere yet both unique; Dewey is old school vibe and Harbeson is contemporary. Dewey location has great in house food and Harbeson has collab with Pizza Machine next door—very good!“

“Great atmosphere and drinks!“

“The Black Box is a great venue. The sound system is top tier. The venue books a wide variety of bass artists, all genres, from large to smaller acts. Tickets are affordable and the staff is always polite and helpful.“

“Very Cool bar and good people“

“I can’t say enough about how amazing the staff here are. There were some guys acting creepy and not leaving girls alone and they acted swiftly and even remade my friends drink when she was concerned about it potentially being tamped with by those guys. They also made sure we were aware that they would never tolerate that kind of behavior and want to make sure women always feel comfortable there.“

“Cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and inventive cocktails. Recently hosted an event there and was so impressed with Marshall and how helpful he and Kayla were through the whole process. Lovely place to grab a drink with friends! 10/10 Santé!“

“Best pool tables in cap hill“

“Well priced diverse selection of wines by the glass and craft cocktails. Pair that with tasty snacks and a comfy environment and patio; what more could you ask from a perfect place to meet your friends? Conveniently located on Broadway just south of Evans check it out!!!“

“To have a place to go within walking distance from my house is great! It’s dog friendly and the owners even kept a few items from the previous market! Will definitely be back and hope that they try and get some outdoor space and turn the volume up on the music! 🍻💙“

“An impressive place to enjoy more than a few Drinks before and after a Rockies game. The staff especially Savannah (excuse me if I incorrectly spelled it) were great!“

“Clean room, friendly staff, beautiful hotel and great location“

“Equal parts hip and cozy with welcoming lighting, old movies playing on the TV in the corner of the bar and always tasteful music playing which makes this a great place to meet up with friends for great cocktails and conversation. There's an outdoor patio that is lovely on warm days tucked away just enough that the traffic doesn't bother, but still feels urban. Happy hour has incredible prices on food and inventive, local cocktails. Every one of the mussel recipes is great and I love their shoestring fries plain, or dressed up in the many options they offer. The eggplant puree is a great accompaniment to any visit. I can't say enough how thoughtfully this place was put together. I also have to mention that as someone who enjoys meeting up with friends, but also likes to go to places to read alone, Dew Drop is perfect for either of these. Very grateful to have this place in the neighborhood!“

“Warm nicely finished woodwork provides a welcoming historic atmosphere. Our experience was 100% on their patio which is a leftover COVID make-shift tent with zero ambiance however well protected from the weather elements in the unlikely event there’s a bad weather in a place with 300+ days of sunshine. Burgers and sandwiches are tops with your own table try of condiments provided. Drink selection is extensive and mixed well along with a wide variety of good beer choices. Service was great though we were pushed to leave far too quickly without even a mention of dessert even though they were well aware that was our visit purpose nor a apology they had no dessert or cup of coffee. Atmosphere inside historic and warm, outside no more than a camping tent. Food - Excellent sandwiches and burgers. Service- Good though pushed to leave very quickly. Price - Average.“

“Such a great time and the Lemon 🍋 Drops were the Best I ever had!“

“Best hotel I ever stayed in. No lying. Went during Halloween and paid $258 per night. A bit pricey but the location and amenities made up for it.

Upon check in they give you a free draft beer/rosé.
The hotel is baseball theme and has a bunch of food spots surrounding it. Hot tub has a nice view. And they served free ice cream at 4 pm with a musician playing music. Definitely will visit again if I am ever in town“

“Black Dahlia’s Veil is an excellent cocktail- attentive service that rarely allows an empty glass. The lighting/seating is perfect for conversation with good company.“

“Such a cute neighborhood spot! It’s moody and vibey, with fun decor. It feels family-owned and the employees are all really nice.

The food was decent overall. Definitely an eclectic mix on the menu, which felt a little all over the place, but there were some highlights. I especially liked the nasi lemak and the almond pista kulfi. The nasi lemak was aromatic and SPICY. The almond pista kulfi was sweet, creamy, and just a touch tangy. It was the perfect treat to cool off my burning tongue.“

“OMG! What a great experience“

“Exceptional service from Ali. She’s not just a bartender, she’s a comedian, and a matchmaker. I felt comfortable to sit and mingle thanks to the atmosphere she’s created at this bar. She also serves drinks real quick. 10/10 would recommend to have a drink here while talking turkey.“

“Stopped in mid-day Sunday for a Bloody Mary and Bloody Maria. Although very quiet, we were happy to visit with the bartender. House made mix extra spicy as ordered. Bartender was an absolute gentleman and EASY on the eyes ?! Will have to check this place out on a Friday or Saturday evening. Exceptionally clean bathrooms a plus!“

“Comida auténtica y excelente servicio al cliente“