50 Best Cocktail Bars near Wheat Ridge

“My wife and I came in very hungry, the bar tender who was also waiting taking orders on the floor was very nice a professional. She explained the special which was a small pizza and a side salad, I got a club sandwich Which is something that I enjoy eating all the time the side Cesar and my wife got the special. The food was just fantastic. Might get filling. The service was great and the atmosphere was great as well. As a chef I must say food was delicious and done right. I’ll give this place two thumbs up and Recommend anyone to come in here for Cocktail, beer or whatever you’d like and you’re nice delicious meal.“

“We stumbled upon Luke’s by accident and we are so glad that we did! We did not have a reservation, and the restaurant was busy, but that didn’t stop the manager and the bartender from giving us top notch service. They were both incredibly kind and attentive. The food was AMAZING. I rarely clean my plate but I ate every bite. I am pretty picky, so this was a big deal! I would give Luke’s a 20/10. We will definitely be back!“

“chipotle style but with more authenticity. food was dope atmosphere was dope, hell I'm leaving a review! loved it.“

“Great vibe, amazing cocktails, fabulous bartenders (looking at you, Hayden).“

“Great Charcuterie Boards, and an excellent Espresso Martini. Angela Neri, the owner, pays keen attention to detail.“

“Place was fresh would deff go again“

“The Welton Room is a staple of 5 points. The same owners of the Monkey Bar next door. The cocktails are amazing and the food pairs really well with everything they have to offer.

The aesthetic of the the space is so inviting. Good for a celebration or a date night out.“

“Need a date spot where you can talk about books and music you love? How about a quiet, beautiful nook to have a heart to heart with your bestie? You can even bring your whole family and friends to host a baby shower— like I maybe did. 😄 This place is so welcoming and cozy, truly unique for a space in Denver. Named after a cute corner of Brooklyn, Fort Greene bar has the NY charm. Hands down favorite bar in the city. ❤️“

“Best bar. Great drinks. Great staff. All around amazing place.“

“What could've been a hiccup turned into the highlight of our evening. The lounge lost our reservation, so we were seated at the bar, and it worked out even better than a table. Derrick, our bartender, was exceptional—knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive without hovering. Cocktails were beautifully balanced, the food was genuinely tasty, and being side-by-side made sharing and conversation easy. Five stars all around.“

“Rhianna and the rest of the staff are awesome !!!“

“My wife and I had an absolute blast last night. The golf simulator was a lot of fun with a ton of options for play. The pool was free and the drinks were great.“

“I have been going to Ballmer Peak on Green Mountain for a while now and have LOVED it, but I went to the second location on Sheridan and Alameda for the first time this evening. They have created a beautiful, warm and inviting space with the same great beverages and excellent staff. I can't recommend a visit enough!“

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

“OMG, we absolute loved this place. Went in for happy hour. The selection of food and beverage was great, way above most restaurant offerings for both. The Slap Burger, Hot Chicken and Ricotta offerings were top notch and the house wine and sparkling were great. Service was friendly and it was such a fun and relaxing place to spend the evening.

We will be back often. Great to support this neighborhood restaurant and bar.“

“Very Cool bar and good people“

“Lot 1 is fabulous. The pop up tasting for the new restaurant Agave Blue was superb. The ability to taste what the new restaurant will offer was truly an experience. (The new restaurant will open 2nd week of January 2026). The guacamole was wonderful, and unusual in my experience. It had feta, pepitas, cranberries and jalanpenos. The appetizer was a form of chile rellenos I have not had and the sauce again, was a taste delight. For an entree, I chose the sweet corn enchiladas. There was a side of white rice and corn, and black beans. Again, the quality was excellent, the flavors in the sauce were subtle, sweet and a bit spicey and all around fabulous. I chose as a cocktail the cantanita with tequilla blanco grapefruit. Outstanding. The meal was unlike a mexican meal I have had certainly in Colorado, and even in Calif. Highly recommend.“

“Great product. Nice people. My extremely discerning guests have confirmed that the ease of serving this Classic Manhattan has not compromised its quality. I keep this product on hand to welcome unexpected guests and to offer a quality cocktail at impromptu gatherings.“

“Seafood restaurant known for oysters in downtown Denver. We came for a birthday celebration and the oysters were a hit(so much so I didn’t get a photo). I think that was the highlight of our food experience.
For appetizers, we got multiple different types of oysters as well as calamari. I was not a huge fan of the calamari. It was lots of oily breading, but the dipping sauce was good.
For drinks, we tried some wine pairings as well as the happy hour. Would highly recommend coming for happy hour for some cheaper oysters and drinks.
For mains, we had multiple people get the crab stuffed cod, this I was also a fan of the crab was delicious. One person also ordered the scallops and they said they were perfectly cooked.
This place was expensive and I personally didn’t think the main dishes werent worth the price, but the oysters definitely were.“

“Love this place!! So fun a laid back!“

“Held a 70’s themed baby shower here last weekend and it was perfect!! This place is so chic and the staff was amazing. Drinks and food were on point. We had so much fun!“

“Gorgeous place with amazing drinks and top-notch service!“

“High-quality cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.“

“OMG! What a great experience“

“Amazing cocktail experience! Fun cool local spot. Smoky drink had a great presentation - came in a little lantern!“

“omg, you have to find this place. text ahead to make reservations. the hostesses and our sever Liam were great. Liam recommended the perfect drink for me. just tell him what you're in the mood for, and he'll zero in on a perfect drink. You sure feel like you're in the 20s and doing something you shouldn't be doing when trying to find the place to walking down the dingy halls to the bar itself. Worth it. Great for date night. Note: just do what you're told, have patience, and a have a great time.“

“Great new place!! Super location knowledgeable staff. Cozy and urban.“

“So much fun! With the best service to the decor this place did not miss … and they validate your garage parking Special shoutout to The manager Savannah who was soooo friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. Along with Sidney our bartender Noe our server 10/10 Must check out!“

“We had a great experience at La Foret. The drinks and the food were amazing! The staff was amazing! The were kind, accommodating, friendly, and funny. We will definitely stop there again when we are in Denver.“

“We had such a nice time for our office holiday gathering. Great service, fun atmosphere and tasty unique small plates.“

“Had the absolute time of my life at this bar. We have lived a couple blocks down from this bar for a couple months and always thought the bar looked like a blast. We decided to stop in tonight and it felt like home. Everyone was so kind. We had a blast playing pool and singing karaoke and the drinks were cheap and phenomenal. This place is family owned and full of the best vibes. We love stardust!“

“A place I would hang out at“

“Fantastic dining experience. Worth the trip every time!“

“My favorite coffee shop in Denver. Can't wait to go back!“

“Love this venue. Crafted cocktails good sound“

“Place was amazing and such a great atmosphere!!“

“Kicked me out of a bathroom because of my perceived gender. Which is illegal in CO. Transphobia isn't okay. Make sure your security is up to date with the LAW. Edit: I've since went and spoken with the new manager there and she was so compassionate and empathetic and said the way I was treated is not in line with the principles of Beacon and she's still learning how they operate around there but she's definitely notices somethings about the way it operates there and plans to make changes and that she hopes I'll be able to come back and be comfortable. And I'd love to, Heaven was so sweet and I'll definitely be back and really believe this place can change for the better it is a lovely spot and has a nice atmosphere for the most part.“

“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.“

“This place is fantastic, Bowles Ave cocktail was really good. Distiller Brian was really cool, he invited me to take a look at a project they were working on l, and talked a little bit about their process. Highly recommend if you’re in the area to give them a try.

Great Small Craft distillery“

“We love the Poka Lola! Had our wedding room block at the Maven so we hosted our wedding welcome party the night before at the Poka Lola. Fantastic staff and food selection was great. The bar atmosphere is great, bartenders were super attentive, and the room layout is perfect for casual indoor-outdoor flow for guests. This is one of our favorite spots in Downtown Denver!“

“This is one of my favorite places in Denver. Get the Froze - trust me. It will become your go to drink. The beet hummus is delicious. There isn't a great view of the mountains, but the atmosphere is still good. Service can sometimes be a bit slow, even when they are adequately staffed, but it's still a great scene and perfect place to bring out of town guests.“

“The bartender Paul is awesome. true Artist“

“Nice atmosphere and great service“

“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.“

“The best tiki bar in Denver, best Mai Tai, classic decor, good food, but hey I may be biased.“

“Best ramen EVER! We stumbled upon Uncle over a decade ago, and since then anytime we’re in CO we come for dinner. The spicy chicken ramen is hands down the best, love all of the bao buns, eggplant is my favorite, but can’t go wrong with crab or pork belly ones either. We’ve never had anything bad, service is always great too! Be sure to make a reservation.“

“Best food in Denver and the only good late night food in lodo.“

“Just spent the evening here and the bartenders and service were amazing The doorman was a pleasure. Once we got in the team greater us and were attentive and kind the whole night. Love the hotdogs and snacks! From basic beers and well cocktails to craft cocktails and wine, this place is amazing. I’ll be bringing my family and friends regularly.“

“The atmosphere was quite pleasant and enjoyable and the staff were extremely attentive and courteous. The selection of drinks and cigars on the menu exceeded my expectations, making it a place where one can spend time with real pleasure. However, some of the seating areas appeared worn and the ventilation could have been better. A bit of thoughtful renovation would elevate Churchill Bar to a level more befitting the Brown Hotel's distinguished, historic and elegant character. Nevertheless, with its ambiance and quality of service, it remains a highly recommendable venue.“

“It is a fairly different concept for ordering and seating so just be prepared. It would probably move quicker if the food sucked but it’s amazing and that’s why there is a crowd. It’s worth it and the food does come out pretty fast. The pricing was fantastic for the value as well.“