25 Best Dive Bars in Denver

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“Great bartenders and great karaoke!“

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

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

“This place is amazing! I came in town late at night and googled the closest bar to me to see what's up in Denver and happened upon this place. Best my blind luck has ever been. Going in as a female knowing not a soul is a bit scary when you don't know where you are but this place made me feel like I was on an episode of Cheers. I was immediately greeted and made to feel like I was at home. I've been back 4 times out of my 5 days here. I can't rave about this place enough. Especially bingo Wednesday. So fun even if he doesn't call my numbers!! Come here, it's where it's at!!“

“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….“

“Ordered a straight pour of Glenfarclas scotch and an old fashioned with Hayden basil bourbon - our total was $18 for both! Plus, folks that are visibly femme or “ladies” get a rose and everyone gets a mini Alabama slammer shot once you sit down. Bartenders will tend to you at your table, though when they’re busy it can be a bit slower. No playing cards on the weekends, but it’s fine to do so on weekdays. Staff was super kind when telling us this after we had pulled out our cards. Oh and the staff? Super nice, patient but very efficient, and kind to those who are dropping into PS for the first time. Def make this a stop if you’re hanging on colfax.

P.s. PS lounge is cash only! There’s an atm inside PS. If you’d appreciate a walk, there’s also an atm a few blocks down inside of the LOVA canna co dispo (3.50 charge at LOVA).

Wheelchair accessibility: bathrooms are not accessible for a wheelchair user (they are small AND up a single flight of steps). However, with the help of someone holding the entry doors open, I believe a wheelchair user could comfortably enter the bar and enjoy drinking there. There are minimal thresholds at the entrance(see pics), the doors are just not automatic. Plus the low price of drinks makes it a little more worth it to seek a bathroom elsewhere as needed. Tables at booths have supports in the middle (rather than edges) so a wheelchair could be rolled up to the table in a pinch. This might be tough during really busy times, but during slow or mid-busy times the walkway seems wide enough. Booths are also roomy enough between the table and the booth seat that it would be reasonable to self-transfer from a wheelchair to a booth for someone comfortable with doing so. There are a few spots close to the bar where a folded wheelchair could be stashed by a friend who is drinking with you. Staff is nice and I believe they would do their best to accommodate a place to place folded chair.“

“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!“

“Squire Lounge has a cool retro neighborhood bar feel and a relaxed atmosphere. It’s a good place to stop by for a casual drink, especially if you like dive bars with a simple, laid-back vibe. The prices are reasonable, and the outdoor tables are a nice option when the weather is good. Service was okay overall, nothing too fancy, but friendly enough. It can feel a little crowded or loud at times, but that’s part of the bar’s character. Overall, a decent spot for a casual night out.“

“Absolutely, hands down, a fantastic experience. Good food, good drinks and more entertainment than you can imagine. Leave the insanity of today’s world at the door… walk in and let your hair down, sing along and enjoy the freedom of having a great time with no desire to pick up your phone and see what you are missing. L I V I N G!!!! To the staff: THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART! ♥️“

“Love this historic spot... and, one of my favorite burgers in Denver. great for sports especially DU hockey and they have ca solid menu. Check it out!“

“So awesome! Miss Denise!“

“Hands down my fav bar in this area.
Bartenders = Dope
Bartenders Jokes = Yup
Vibe = Chill
Drinks = Stiff
Rubber Duckies = Yup
Espresso Martini's = sure, go ahead and ask🤭“

“So fun at Berkeley Inn! Kareoke was the highlight of the evening and being able to play some pool with complete strangers is always a good time! But I love being able to take such fun pictures with the buzzy booth! Always fun memories when you look at them the next morning! #theberkeleyinn @theberkeleyinn #buzzybooth“

“Visiting friends while on vacation from Indianapolis. The Nob Hill Inn came highly recommended by a friend. When we walked in, I knew that I would love the place. And I do! Definitely going to swing back thru when I come back out to Denver! Thank you for the great time and atmosphere! Cheers!“

“This place rips. What a great spot to check out. Pinball = check
80’s Horror = check
Metal? = check
Drag shows = check
Late night eats = check

You can’t lose here. Fantastic staff, always good energy, great late night food, and enough fun combos and shots to really do you in. Go nuts“

“Dons is the perfect place to grab a beer or to spend your whole evening. Great staff (including door guys), great activity opportunities (golf, buck, foosball, pool, shuffle board, duck claw, etc), great (cheap) drinks. They even have a touch tunes- what more could you want?“

“Good music cool comfortable space 🤙“

“The cavern entrance is masked by a curtain of sun-scorched savanna grass, swaying like golden silk in the heat-shimmered air. Within, the atmosphere shifts abruptly; the searing brilliance of the plains gives way to a cool, amber-tinted dimness. The floor is a mosaic of pulverized limestone and the bleached, splintered remnants of forgotten feasts, smoothed by the constant passage of heavy, padded paws.

A heavy, musky scent hangs suspended in the stillness—the unmistakable aroma of sun-warmed fur and raw, primal power. Deep in the shadows, a rhythmic, rumbling vibration echoes off the stone walls, a low-frequency purr that thrums in the very marrow of your bones. Here, the undisputed monarch of the veldt retreats from the midday glare to watch the horizon with unblinking, copper eyes. It is a place of lethal grace and silent, predatory rest: a lion's lair.“

“The Best bartender here is Leticia, I've been coming to the Athmar off and on for awhile now and the best bartender is Leticia she is hands down the best she always knows exactly what I need or any of my friends when we walk in she's the best so polite and on top of her game we will always keep going back thank you so much Leticia for being so happy and so amazing every time we go there your amazing ? keep doing what you do“

“Great neighborhood watering hole.“

“Our PTO from Bradley international school recently hosted our auction fundraiser at The Pioneer and it was a HUGE success. Carrie the GM bent over backwards to help us make our event run smoothly. She was easy to work with and not only provided an amazing venue for us, but she even reached out to contacts of hers to facilitate donations. We have already agreed that we MUST host our event there again next year. Many thanks to Carrie and the entire staff at The Pioneer! Looking forward to next year!“

“On this night not alot of people I know but on December 17th they are going to have Santa and gifts for the kids hope to see many of my friends I still enjoy going to the boogie always show such respect un like the viking although lately none of the people who think they can keep me out of their have been around told them I'd be around longer than they were going to be born and raised I will go where I want when I want it's still America“

“One of the oldest venues in all of Denver and a true patron of music, Herb's is a downtown landmark. If you're looking for music any night of the week, get down here to shake your boogie thing! Plus, most every night is NO COVER. The prices are reasonable and space, with the wonderful patio area in back, is better than "Denver cozy." Musician-owned, the quality of talent she brings to the stage is all the Denver local legends. From Jazz to funk to blues and R & B, if you like instrument-driven tunes with full-body sound, keep the calendar under your "saved tabs." You won't be disappointed. Most shows start at 9:30.“

“I recommend very highly that folks visit this long time Pub . Great management, great staff, and a great time to be had .“