Although named after the famous bank robber John Dillinger, who was gunned down by police in 1934, this Lafayette spot is much more of a sports bar than a speakeasy. Sure, there are a fair amount of photos of Dillinger hung around the neighborhood watering hole, but they’re almost overshadowed by the neon beer and […]
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One of the few bars to open after the pandemic hit in 2020, Dirty Laundry isn’t fancy, but it has all the things you need for a successful bar: lots of drinks, a little grub and some Wisconsin stuff – because everyone knows Wisconsin bars are the best kind. Connoisseurs will find enough artisan spirits […]
Dive Inn has made its mark since taking over the BJ’s Carousel space in 2012. The decor – which includes an actual motorboat for seating – adds to the upbeat spirit of this Platt Park neighborhood joint. In recent years, the outdoor area has been expanded with more nautical touches and games – but the […]
Much larger than it appears from the outside, Eck’s Saloon has plenty of room for hearty drinkers, bikers, pool sharks and those who just want to stretch out and dance. Anyone with an affinity for ’80s hair rock is pretty much guaranteed to fall in love with the place, as hard-rock cover bands are usually […]
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If you’re looking for a classic bowling alley with an old-school flavor, you’ll score with Elitch Lanes, an old-time spot in northwest Denver. With good prices and a friendly staff, this is a great spot for birthday parties, banquets and reunions, or just hanging out with a bunch of friends.
Phil and Erika Zierke opened an instant classic when they invited guests into the Englewood Grand in 2016. You won’t find any long-winded menus, fussy small plates or a chemist’s closet of beakers and dropper bottles to confound you. Instead, it’s just a straightforward bar where you can order your drink of choice and soak […]
There’s no typifying the fare at Fat Boy’s. The sheer size of the bar and grill’s menu matches its name, with dishes that range from salads to seafood, burritos to full barbecue platters. The bar includes a digital jukebox, two pool tables, a spacious patio for smokers and a daily offering of drink specials — […]
Irreverent. International. Eclectic. Fellow Traveler’s drink menu mirrors the Englewood bar’s panache for quality and quirky vegan fare. Owner Joe Phillips, who recently became co-owner of his former employer, Sputnik, has a passion for housemade spirits – including his own version of Malört, the Chicago wormwood digestif with a cult following. You can opt for […]
Situated in a strip mall on the corner of Jewell Avenue and Kipling Parkway, Fiddlesticks is a no-frills sports dive with plenty of TVs, a couple of pool tables, fairly cheap drinks, and a menu that includes a decent selection of bar food like burgers, wings and appetizers. Although Fiddlesticks gets its share of regulars […]
This indoor/outdoor craft-cocktail bar built on the grounds of an old salvage yard has a dedication to quality without the accompanying attitude. As one of Denver’s top temples of mixology, there’s almost always a bowl of punch on special, and the tap list is a continuing exploration of rare beer styles. While summer nights are […]
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When Culinary Creative, the restaurant group behind Bar Dough, Ash’kara and Señor Bear, among others, put its power behind a sumptuous Cherry Creek cocktail bar that opened in March 2021, expectations were high. And they’ve only been exceeded. Forget Me Not, with its lively patio, is a stunner in the summer and offers fun, balanced […]
Tucked away in Globeville in a space that looks totally unassuming from the outside, this bar is a cool and quirky secret escape filled with plants and mismatched furniture. Before Fort Greene debuted in 2015, the address was home to divey favorite Crash 45, and before that the White Owl, and before that the Portulaca […]
When the owners of the Ginn Mill opened the place in 2007, they set out to resurrect one of the town’s famous “ginn mills” of the late 1800s. The bar sits on one of Denver’s oldest and most historic blocks, and its decor reflect a different time in America’s history. Nostalgia lines the walls of […]
In 2019, Bar Fausto became Gold Point under new owners, a group that’s also behind the Squire Lounge, the Matchbox and the 715 Club. The space includes comfy couches in a front lounge area and a large patio complete with a van that’s been converted to an outdoor bar. While Gold Point specializes in craft […]
Eclectic enough to make sense on South Broadway but more elevated than nearby watering holes, the Goldfinch filled a gap in the Platt Park neighborhood when it debuted in March 2024 – which was intentional. Owner Iain Chisholm lives nearby and designed the place to be a cocktail bar with a solid food program so […]
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The 6,200-square-foot space that was formerly Lizard’s Bar & Grill is now Hayter’s & Co., a sports bar with a throwback feel that’s definitely planning for a long future in Denver. Hanging on one wall are framed, enlarged baseball cards of players from the ’70s and ’80s, including Rollie Fingers, Pete Ladd and Bruce Sutter; […]
Hot bartenders and waitresses wearing ass-less chaps with their panties: It seems like a gimmick. But it’s just one of the things that keep guys coming back to this Westminster sports bar. Well, that and live music on the weekends, a decent-sized checkered dance floor, cheep beer, pool, karaoke and a large patio. A working-class […]
The long bar at Historians Ale House is reminiscent of something you would find in Boston or Chicago, with its never-ending line of taps surrounded by warm brick walls and sky-high ceilings. Head upstairs to the rooftop patio for some of the best views in the city, and dig into daily specials, brunch cocktails on […]