27 Best Bar & Grill near Golden

“Rock Rest Lodge in Golden, Colorado, offers a lively and versatile atmosphere that caters to a range of visitors. One of its standout features is the presence of two high-quality pool tables. These tables are well-maintained and attract a lot of attention, making them a popular spot for patrons. If you’re a fan of billiards, be prepared for some competition—they’re almost always in use, especially during peak hours.

The food at Rock Rest Lodge is solid for a pub, offering a decent selection that pairs well with their drink offerings. While it’s not fine dining, it does the job, and many guests appreciate the casual, hearty menu.

The Rock Rest is known for its bustling vibe, especially on Tuesday nights, which is their College Night. On these evenings, the place feels like a full-blown weekend party, with cheap drinks drawing a “School of Mines” crowd and creating a high-energy atmosphere of future scientists and engineers bumping elbows with locals of all ages. It’s the kind of scene where you’ll forget it’s a weekday!

Come the weekend, Rock Rest Lodge transforms again, hosting a DJ that turns the venue into a quasi-dance club. The music and lights make for a vibrant nightlife experience, and it’s a great spot to let loose and dance.

For families, the lodge is kid-friendly until 10 p.m., providing a welcoming space for all ages earlier in the day. After 10 p.m., the crowd shifts to adults, keeping the energy fun but more grown-up as the night progresses.

Overall, Rock Rest Lodge offers something for everyone, whether you’re there for a casual game of pool, nightly karaoke, shuffle board, arcade games, a family meal, or a high-energy night out. Just be prepared for the crowds—it’s part of the charm of this popular Golden hotspot.

Vegetarian options: French Fries and Salad Exists

Parking: Nice HUGE Free Parking Lot

Kid-friendliness: Kid Friendly Until 22:00 Hours

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible“

“Go spot to shake off a little dust.“

“Always a fun spot to enjoy wonderful food, libations, music and dance, dance, dance. Come out and join in on the fun in the sun. ???“

“Delicious food and bevs, kind staff and quite clean !“

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“My friend and I came on a lovely fall day and sat on the patio with our pup. The bartender was very friendly and attentive always making sure to check up on us. The chef went out of his way to bring us some sort of delicious spicy sauce for us to try with our sandwiches and came back out to give the pup some bacon! Really amazing food and service!“

“Truly a hole in the wall secret with great Mediterranean food and a rock intro music from iron Maiden as well as other 80s era bands. food is really good and music is not overwhelming. check out decor to include xmas decor, skiing, elf's, .it really is just dinner with a great bar....“

“Great place. EXCEPT they need some regular tables towards the front. The only ones they have now is back in the kiddy section. I took a handicapped lady who can't use the high drinker's tables. The kid section was full. We were forced to go down the street.“

“An absolute gem of Westminster. Love high quality cocktails, good comfort food and live music? This is the place. It's around back, intimate, the music is fine and the lights are always low...“

“Excellent place! Great atmosphere! Great food and drink! Great service! I would highly recommend! My fiancé and I discovered The Arvada Tavern on an impromptu date night and really enjoyed ourselves there. Can’t wait to go back! Don’t take my word for it, go and check it out and see for yourself.“

“So good so good so good so good d“

“I attended a wedding reception here. It was a beautiful evening in a great atmosphere. Staff was friendly. The fajita and enchilada buffet was delicious.“

“Food and Service was amazing!!!“

“What an awesome vibe, great folks, thank you Rodney the food was great and we hope to come back next year, Evergreen is beautiful and so are the people!“

“I had a great St Patty’s day thanks to amber and Gretchen! I’ve always enjoyed my and our friends always have prompt and wonderful service!“

“very nice staff love the live music, the wait staff was awesome, the doorman was hot also, i will be back again“

“Highly recommend Heritage Grill at Walnut Creek Golf Preserve! They provide excellent service, have friendly staff, and an overall great atmosphere! We recently booked a company event here and it was amazing! The food was good and the space is great for entertaining a large group! We will definitely be coming back.“

“The food, cocktails, service/staff and lighting/ambiance: all great! Its a vibe.“

“Good place to hang with friends. The food selections are meh.“

“Super appetizer and excellent service“

“Love it Good people good Company and strong drinks“

“Great bartender, steel trap for memory, and pretty too.“

“Love it I think everyone in Arvada should come check out the best clubhouse around!“

“Best wings in CO! The crack wings are my absolute favorite.“

“awesome location, great deck on the river, live music, love the food and friendly people“

“Connie is awesome! Food is just as good!“