The Denver Wrangler

In the gay community, big, hairy guys are sometimes referred to as “bears.” While the Denver Wrangler is one of the city’s main bear haunts (and you’re bound to see quite a few, some in leather and some wearing Western wear) the place attracts a lot of other guys, especially on the weekends and during […]

Devil’s Craft – Kitchen | Bar | Stage

KITCHEN OPEN UNTIL MIDNIGHT Home to Winter Park’s only LATENIGHT kitchen. We know your cravings aren’t on a schedule so we serve our FULL MENU ’til Midnight! BAR OPEN UNTIL 1:00AM The party never ends early! Our bar has a great selection of beer, wine, spirits, and cocktails and we serve them LATE! LIVE MUSIC, […]

Dive Inn

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 […]

El Toro

No bull here, just cheap drinks, great food and friendly regulars who appreciate the Garcia family, which also founded the beloved Mexico City Lounge and is now on a third generation at El Toro. The decor boasts velvet paintings, paneling and an enormous TV in the corner; the menu is slightly less elaborate, featuring basics […]

Emerald Eye

It could be easy to miss this subterranean cocktail lounge when visiting busy Larimer Square; its door decal gives away no secrets, but the words “cocktail lounge” can be seen in the transom window above, along with a neon sign shaped like a Monstera leaf. Upon entering, guests descend a stairwell decorated with globe pendant […]

The Englewood Tavern

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 […]

Ephemeral Rotating Taproom

In 2022, Weston Scott and Shannon Lavelle debuted this concept, which takes a different approach to craft beer drinking in Denver. The taproom is a place for beer nerds to dive into tastes from around the country without having to leave the city; it hosts a rotating lineup of breweries, one at a time. Ephemeral […]

The Fainting Goat

This bar is named for the myotonic goats whose muscles stiffen when they’re surprised, causing the animals to occasionally fall over. But don’t expect goat-inspired decor: This is a low-key neighborhood spot through and through, and it delivers stiff drinks in an old building that’s held great casual hangouts for decades. A comfortable joint where […]

Hello Darling

This bright, plant-filled space in Riverfront Park is the perfect place to meet friends for coffee and conversation by day and for cocktails and relaxation by night. The cocktail options are divided by spirit type, so it’s easy to decide what to order, whether it’s a whiskey night (go for the Old Fashioned) or you’re […]

The L

Launched by veteran Denver barmen Adam Hodak and Alex Lerman in early 2021 after many pandemic-related delays, the L is a straightforward, low-key place to get a damn good drink. There’s no food on site (though there’s plenty to be found nearby), and the cocktail list is smartly succinct – but every single option is […]