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Bars in Denver

Bars, pubs and lounges people rate highest.

18 places

The top 18

Bars, pubs, breweries and lounges with a proven following, ranked by our own engine.

  1. Union Lodge No.14.8· 1.2kCocktail bar · Upper Downtown

    1. Union Lodge No.1

    Historic speakeasy with crafted cocktails, whiskey focus, and intimate atmosphere.
  2. Stranahan's Whiskey Distillery & Cocktail Bar4.8· 798Bar · Baker

    2. Stranahan's Whiskey Distillery & Cocktail Bar

    Handcrafted Colorado whiskey, guided tours, and creative cocktails in a historic distillery.
  3. esp4.8· 543Bar · Mariposa District

    3. esp

    Cozy record-shop bar with craft cocktails, vinyl browsing, and live music.
  4. 54thirty Rooftop4.6· 2.6kBar · Theatre District

    4. 54thirty Rooftop

    Upscale rooftop steakhouse with craft cocktails, scenic skyline views and lively atmosphere.
  5. Federales Tacos & Tequila4.6· 2.4kBar · River North RiNo Art District

    5. Federales Tacos & Tequila

    Trendy taco bar with bold margaritas, creative tacos, outdoor seating, festive vibe.
  6. Williams & Graham4.6· 2.1kBar · Lower Highland

    6. Williams & Graham

    Cozy speakeasy with expertly crafted cocktails and intimate booths for relaxed conversation.
  7. Death & Co Denver4.6· 1.7kCocktail bar · Curtis Park

    7. Death & Co Denver

    Intimate cocktail lounge with inventive seasonal drinks and curated spirits—ideal for dates.
  8. Improper City4.6· 1.5kBar · River North RiNo Art District

    8. Improper City

    Trendy spot with crafted cocktails, excellent coffee, and a broad beer selection.
  9. Room for Friends ... a wine bar!4.9· 210Bar · Mariposa District

    9. Room for Friends ... a wine bar!

    Cozy wine lounge with art, small plates, live performances, and karaoke.
  10. The Tatarian4.7· 467Cocktail bar · Highlands Garden Village

    10. The Tatarian

    Lively, cozy cocktail bar with expertly crafted classic and inventive drinks.
  11. Society Sports and Spirits4.6· 1.1kBar · Lower Downtown

    11. Society Sports and Spirits

    Lively sports bar with big-game viewing, burgers, wings, and great beer selection.
  12. Pony Up4.6· 1.0kBar · Central Business District

    12. Pony Up

    Lively sports bar with creative cocktails, bar games, and group-friendly atmosphere
  13. Candlelight Tavern4.6· 891Bar · Alamo Placita

    13. Candlelight Tavern

    Lively neighborhood bar with wings, craft beers, sports and friendly service.
  14. The Wild4.7· 366Cocktail bar · Lower Downtown

    14. The Wild

    Trendy spot for craft cocktails, quality coffee, and relaxed gatherings.
  15. Welton Room cocktail + kitchen4.6· 587Cocktail bar · Glenarm Place Historic District

    15. Welton Room cocktail + kitchen

    Cozy neighborhood spot for inventive craft cocktails and seasonal small plates.
  16. The Nearby Bar4.8· 179Bar · Lower Highland

    16. The Nearby Bar

    Lively downtown bar with craft cocktails, rotating beers, big-screen sports, and happy hour.
  17. The Crypt4.6· 485Bar · Swallow Hill Historic District

    17. The Crypt

    Cozy, music-forward vegan bar with inventive small plates and craft cocktails.
  18. The Owl Saloon4.6· 473Bar · South Park Hill

    18. The Owl Saloon

    Historic, lively bar serving pizza, local beers, cocktails; great for late nights.

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