From buzzing rooftop bars in RiNo to underground clubs and craft breweries in neighborhoods like South Broadway and LoDo, discover Denver’s best bars, breweries, clubs, and after-dark gems.
Best Bars in Denver
These are the top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Denver. No fluff, just culinary greatness at different price points.
Bierstadt Lagerhaus specializes in traditional German lagers and offers a lively brewery and taproom experience in Denver's vibrant River North Art District.
Cool bar delivering 19th-century-inspired craft cocktails in a glamorous, Prohibition-era setting with a cozy, intimate vibe in Denver’s Central Business District.
Cool bar delivering 19th-century-inspired craft cocktails in a glamorous, Prohibition-era setting with a cozy, intimate vibe in Denver’s Central Business District.
Bierstadt Lagerhaus specializes in traditional German lagers and offers a lively brewery and taproom experience in Denver's vibrant River North Art District.
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Central
Belles & Boots
4.5
(
)
$$
•
•
Belles & Boots is a lively Denver bar boasting rooftop seating, live country music, a mechanical bull, and great cocktails for a fun night out.
River North Art District
Bierstadt Lagerhaus
4.4
(
)
$$
•
•
Bierstadt Lagerhaus specializes in traditional German lagers and offers a lively brewery and taproom experience in Denver's vibrant River North Art District.
River North Art District
Improper City
4.6
(
)
$$
•
•
Improper City is a vibrant, hip outdoor bar in Denver’s RiNo with food trucks, craft cocktails, lively games, and a bustling night scene.
Central Business District
Union Lodge No.1
4.8
(
)
$$$
•
•
Cool bar delivering 19th-century-inspired craft cocktails in a glamorous, Prohibition-era setting with a cozy, intimate vibe in Denver’s Central Business District.
River North Art District
The Source Hotel
4.1
(
)
$$
•
•
Modern rooftop bar at The Woods blends mountain views with New Belgium brews and beer-inspired bites in Denver's RiNo arts district.
Central
Ghost Donkey - Denver
4.3
(
)
$$
•
•
Creative Mexican cocktails & nachos in a hip lounge with moody lighting and a chill vibe near Denver's Union Station.
Highland
Forest Room 5
4.2
(
)
$$
•
•
Forest Room 5 blends artsy rustic vibes with creekside fire pits and craft cocktails, offering a unique, cozy nightlife experience in Denver's Highland.
Central
Bang Up To The Elephant
4.3
(
)
$$
•
•
Bang Up To The Elephant offers Caribbean-inspired vegan dishes and tropical cocktails in a light, plant-filled space with a trendy, casual vibe.
Speer
Adrift
4.4
(
)
$$
•
•
Tropical tiki bar in Denver serving rum-focused island cocktails and Polynesian-inspired bites in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Central Business District
Union Lodge No.1
4.8
(
)
$$
•
•
Cool bar serving 19th-century-inspired craft cocktails in a glam, Prohibition-era environs.
Central Business District
EDGE Restaurant & Bar
4.5
(
)
$$$$
•
•
EDGE Restaurant & Bar offers a wood-grilled steakhouse experience with a vibrant bar scene located in Denver’s Four Seasons Hotel.
Central
The Thin Man
4.6
(
)
$$
•
•
The Thin Man is a lively Denver bar known for its funky decor, downstairs patio, house-infused vodka, and vibrant music scene.
The Electric Cure
4.3
(
)
$$
•
•
Trendy tiki bar in Edgewater with spooky vibes, creative cocktails, and a fun atmosphere that’s perfect for adventurous nightlife seekers.
Central
The Cooper Lounge
4.2
(
)
$$
•
•
The Cooper Lounge offers upscale craft cocktails, wine, and elegant snacks in a swanky atmosphere overlooking Denver’s Union Station.
Central Business District
Churchill Bar
4.4
(
)
$$$
•
•
Luxurious cigar bar at Denver’s Brown Palace Hotel with cozy sofas, dark wood, premium cocktails, and an upscale, intimate atmosphere.
Central
Sunday Vinyl
4.6
(
)
$$$$
•
•
Sunday Vinyl blends upscale vibes with an impressive wine list, vinyl records, and creative cocktails for a lively Denver night out.
Cherry Creek
B&GC
4.3
(
)
$$$
•
•
B&GC in Cherry Creek is a cozy, upscale speakeasy known for expertly crafted cocktails, intimate vibe, and exceptional hospitality.
Highland
My Brother's Bar
4.5
(
)
$$
•
•
Laid-back Denver bar offering classic burgers and beers with a cozy vibe and classical music setting.
Central
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row Denver
3.7
(
)
$$
•
•
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row Denver offers lively nightlife with bold brunch, rooftop seating, and country rock vibes in downtown Denver.
Highland
Ash'Kara
4.3
(
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$
•
🥙 Mediterranean
•
Creative Israeli restaurant in Denver's Highland neighborhood offers vegetable-forward Mediterranean dishes crafted with premium, carefully sourced ingredients.
Central
Tavernetta
4.7
(
)
$$$
•
🍝 Italian
•
Upscale Italian hot spot Tavernetta dazzles with open kitchen vibes, a cozy fireplace lounge, and expertly crafted dishes in Denver’s Central neighborhood.
Highland
Wildflower
4.7
(
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$$
•
🌱 Farm-to-Table
•
Wildflower offers area-sourced Italian and Mexican dishes with an upscale ambiance complemented by a robust drink menu in Denver’s Highland neighborhood.
RiNo
Nocturne
4.8
(
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$
•
🍔 American
•
Nocturne is a bi-level jazz lounge and eatery in Denver’s RiNo Art District, offering eclectic plates, crafted cocktails, and live jazz.
RiNo
Noble Riot
4.6
(
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$
•
🍷 Wine Bar
•
Noble Riot is a vibrant wine bar in Denver's RiNo district, renowned for its natural wines, knowledgeable staff, and standout fried chicken in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Tennyson
Hey Kiddo
4.4
(
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$$
•
🍱 Korean
•
Hey Kiddo is a trendy Berkeley spot in Denver known for its bold modern Asian fusion dishes, standout cocktails, and intimate ambiance with rooftop seating.
RiNo
Beckon
4.7
(
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$$
•
🥂 Fine Dining
•
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chef’s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus and expertly curated drink pairings.
LoDo
Rhein Haus
4.3
(
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$
•
🥨 German
•
Rhein Haus offers a vibrant German-style beer hall experience with unique brews, housemade pretzels, and bocce courts that blend lively sports bar energy with Bavarian charm.
Central
Belles & Boots
4.5
(
123
)
$$
•
•
Belles & Boots is a lively Denver bar boasting rooftop seating, live country music, a mechanical bull, and great cocktails for a fun night out.
River North Art District
Bierstadt Lagerhaus
4.4
(
1336
)
$$
•
•
Bierstadt Lagerhaus specializes in traditional German lagers and offers a lively brewery and taproom experience in Denver's vibrant River North Art District.
River North Art District
Improper City
4.6
(
1468
)
$$
•
•
Improper City is a vibrant, hip outdoor bar in Denver’s RiNo with food trucks, craft cocktails, lively games, and a bustling night scene.
Central Business District
Union Lodge No.1
4.8
(
1139
)
$$$
•
•
Cool bar delivering 19th-century-inspired craft cocktails in a glamorous, Prohibition-era setting with a cozy, intimate vibe in Denver’s Central Business District.
River North Art District
The Source Hotel
4.1
(
713
)
$$
•
•
Modern rooftop bar at The Woods blends mountain views with New Belgium brews and beer-inspired bites in Denver's RiNo arts district.
Central
Ghost Donkey - Denver
4.3
(
340
)
$$
•
•
Creative Mexican cocktails & nachos in a hip lounge with moody lighting and a chill vibe near Denver's Union Station.
Highland
Forest Room 5
4.2
(
1642
)
$$
•
•
Forest Room 5 blends artsy rustic vibes with creekside fire pits and craft cocktails, offering a unique, cozy nightlife experience in Denver's Highland.
Central
Bang Up To The Elephant
4.3
(
1268
)
$$
•
•
Bang Up To The Elephant offers Caribbean-inspired vegan dishes and tropical cocktails in a light, plant-filled space with a trendy, casual vibe.
Speer
Adrift
4.4
(
1289
)
$$
•
•
Tropical tiki bar in Denver serving rum-focused island cocktails and Polynesian-inspired bites in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Central Business District
Union Lodge No.1
4.8
(
1139
)
$$
•
•
Cool bar serving 19th-century-inspired craft cocktails in a glam, Prohibition-era environs.
Central Business District
EDGE Restaurant & Bar
4.5
(
1021
)
$$$$
•
•
EDGE Restaurant & Bar offers a wood-grilled steakhouse experience with a vibrant bar scene located in Denver’s Four Seasons Hotel.
Central
The Thin Man
4.6
(
623
)
$$
•
•
The Thin Man is a lively Denver bar known for its funky decor, downstairs patio, house-infused vodka, and vibrant music scene.
The Electric Cure
4.3
(
180
)
$$
•
•
Trendy tiki bar in Edgewater with spooky vibes, creative cocktails, and a fun atmosphere that’s perfect for adventurous nightlife seekers.
Central
The Cooper Lounge
4.2
(
505
)
$$
•
•
The Cooper Lounge offers upscale craft cocktails, wine, and elegant snacks in a swanky atmosphere overlooking Denver’s Union Station.
Central Business District
Churchill Bar
4.4
(
320
)
$$$
•
•
Luxurious cigar bar at Denver’s Brown Palace Hotel with cozy sofas, dark wood, premium cocktails, and an upscale, intimate atmosphere.
Central
Sunday Vinyl
4.6
(
298
)
$$$$
•
•
Sunday Vinyl blends upscale vibes with an impressive wine list, vinyl records, and creative cocktails for a lively Denver night out.
Cherry Creek
B&GC
4.3
(
339
)
$$$
•
•
B&GC in Cherry Creek is a cozy, upscale speakeasy known for expertly crafted cocktails, intimate vibe, and exceptional hospitality.
Highland
My Brother's Bar
4.5
(
2746
)
$$
•
•
Laid-back Denver bar offering classic burgers and beers with a cozy vibe and classical music setting.
Central
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row Denver
3.7
(
1358
)
$$
•
•
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row Denver offers lively nightlife with bold brunch, rooftop seating, and country rock vibes in downtown Denver.
Highland
Ash'Kara
4.3
(
865
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$
•
🥙 Mediterranean
•
Creative Israeli restaurant in Denver's Highland neighborhood offers vegetable-forward Mediterranean dishes crafted with premium, carefully sourced ingredients.
Central
Tavernetta
4.7
(
2144
)
$$$
•
🍝 Italian
•
Upscale Italian hot spot Tavernetta dazzles with open kitchen vibes, a cozy fireplace lounge, and expertly crafted dishes in Denver’s Central neighborhood.
Highland
Wildflower
4.7
(
476
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$$
•
🌱 Farm-to-Table
•
Wildflower offers area-sourced Italian and Mexican dishes with an upscale ambiance complemented by a robust drink menu in Denver’s Highland neighborhood.
RiNo
Nocturne
4.8
(
1,180
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$
•
🍔 American
•
Nocturne is a bi-level jazz lounge and eatery in Denver’s RiNo Art District, offering eclectic plates, crafted cocktails, and live jazz.
RiNo
Noble Riot
4.6
(
199
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$
•
🍷 Wine Bar
•
Noble Riot is a vibrant wine bar in Denver's RiNo district, renowned for its natural wines, knowledgeable staff, and standout fried chicken in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Tennyson
Hey Kiddo
4.4
(
330
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$$
•
🍱 Korean
•
Hey Kiddo is a trendy Berkeley spot in Denver known for its bold modern Asian fusion dishes, standout cocktails, and intimate ambiance with rooftop seating.
RiNo
Beckon
4.7
(
445
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$$$
•
🥂 Fine Dining
•
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chef’s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus and expertly curated drink pairings.
LoDo
Rhein Haus
4.3
(
3,183
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
$$
•
🥨 German
•
Rhein Haus offers a vibrant German-style beer hall experience with unique brews, housemade pretzels, and bocce courts that blend lively sports bar energy with Bavarian charm.
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Belles & Boots
4.5
(
123
)
•
•
$$
Belles & Boots is a lively Denver bar boasting rooftop seating, live country music, a mechanical bull, and great cocktails for a fun night out.
Belles & Boots
4.5
(
123
)
$$
•
•
$$
Bierstadt Lagerhaus
4.4
(
1336
)
•
•
$$
Bierstadt Lagerhaus specializes in traditional German lagers and offers a lively brewery and taproom experience in Denver's vibrant River North Art District.
Bierstadt Lagerhaus
4.4
(
1336
)
$$
•
•
$$
Improper City
4.6
(
1468
)
•
•
$$
Improper City is a vibrant, hip outdoor bar in Denver’s RiNo with food trucks, craft cocktails, lively games, and a bustling night scene.
Improper City
4.6
(
1468
)
$$
•
•
$$
Union Lodge No.1
4.8
(
1139
)
•
•
$$$
Cool bar delivering 19th-century-inspired craft cocktails in a glamorous, Prohibition-era setting with a cozy, intimate vibe in Denver’s Central Business District.
Union Lodge No.1
4.8
(
1139
)
$$$
•
•
$$$
The Source Hotel
4.1
(
713
)
•
•
$$
Modern rooftop bar at The Woods blends mountain views with New Belgium brews and beer-inspired bites in Denver's RiNo arts district.
The Source Hotel
4.1
(
713
)
$$
•
•
$$
Ghost Donkey - Denver
4.3
(
340
)
•
•
$$
Creative Mexican cocktails & nachos in a hip lounge with moody lighting and a chill vibe near Denver's Union Station.
Ghost Donkey - Denver
4.3
(
340
)
$$
•
•
$$
Forest Room 5
4.2
(
1642
)
•
•
$$
Forest Room 5 blends artsy rustic vibes with creekside fire pits and craft cocktails, offering a unique, cozy nightlife experience in Denver's Highland.
Forest Room 5
4.2
(
1642
)
$$
•
•
$$
Bang Up To The Elephant
4.3
(
1268
)
•
•
$$
Bang Up To The Elephant offers Caribbean-inspired vegan dishes and tropical cocktails in a light, plant-filled space with a trendy, casual vibe.
Bang Up To The Elephant
4.3
(
1268
)
$$
•
•
$$
Adrift
4.4
(
1289
)
•
•
$$
Tropical tiki bar in Denver serving rum-focused island cocktails and Polynesian-inspired bites in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Adrift
4.4
(
1289
)
$$
•
•
$$
Union Lodge No.1
4.8
(
1139
)
•
•
$$
Cool bar serving 19th-century-inspired craft cocktails in a glam, Prohibition-era environs.
Union Lodge No.1
4.8
(
1139
)
$$
•
•
$$
EDGE Restaurant & Bar
4.5
(
1021
)
•
•
$$$$
EDGE Restaurant & Bar offers a wood-grilled steakhouse experience with a vibrant bar scene located in Denver’s Four Seasons Hotel.
EDGE Restaurant & Bar
4.5
(
1021
)
$$$$
•
•
$$$$
The Thin Man
4.6
(
623
)
•
•
$$
The Thin Man is a lively Denver bar known for its funky decor, downstairs patio, house-infused vodka, and vibrant music scene.
The Thin Man
4.6
(
623
)
$$
•
•
$$
The Electric Cure
4.3
(
180
)
•
•
$$
Trendy tiki bar in Edgewater with spooky vibes, creative cocktails, and a fun atmosphere that’s perfect for adventurous nightlife seekers.
The Electric Cure
4.3
(
180
)
$$
•
•
$$
The Cooper Lounge
4.2
(
505
)
•
•
$$
The Cooper Lounge offers upscale craft cocktails, wine, and elegant snacks in a swanky atmosphere overlooking Denver’s Union Station.
The Cooper Lounge
4.2
(
505
)
$$
•
•
$$
Churchill Bar
4.4
(
320
)
•
•
$$$
Luxurious cigar bar at Denver’s Brown Palace Hotel with cozy sofas, dark wood, premium cocktails, and an upscale, intimate atmosphere.
Churchill Bar
4.4
(
320
)
$$$
•
•
$$$
Sunday Vinyl
4.6
(
298
)
•
•
$$$$
Sunday Vinyl blends upscale vibes with an impressive wine list, vinyl records, and creative cocktails for a lively Denver night out.
Sunday Vinyl
4.6
(
298
)
$$$$
•
•
$$$$
B&GC
4.3
(
339
)
•
•
$$$
B&GC in Cherry Creek is a cozy, upscale speakeasy known for expertly crafted cocktails, intimate vibe, and exceptional hospitality.
B&GC
4.3
(
339
)
$$$
•
•
$$$
My Brother's Bar
4.5
(
2746
)
•
•
$$
Laid-back Denver bar offering classic burgers and beers with a cozy vibe and classical music setting.
My Brother's Bar
4.5
(
2746
)
$$
•
•
$$
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row Denver
3.7
(
1358
)
•
•
$$
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row Denver offers lively nightlife with bold brunch, rooftop seating, and country rock vibes in downtown Denver.
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row Denver
3.7
(
1358
)
$$
•
•
$$
Ash'Kara
4.3
(
865
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
🥙 Mediterranean
•
$$
Creative Israeli restaurant in Denver's Highland neighborhood offers vegetable-forward Mediterranean dishes crafted with premium, carefully sourced ingredients.
Ash'Kara
4.3
(
865
)
$$
•
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
$$
Tavernetta
4.7
(
2144
)
•
🍝 Italian
•
$$$
Upscale Italian hot spot Tavernetta dazzles with open kitchen vibes, a cozy fireplace lounge, and expertly crafted dishes in Denver’s Central neighborhood.
Tavernetta
4.7
(
2144
)
$$$
•
•
$$$
Wildflower
4.7
(
476
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
🌱 Farm-to-Table
•
$$$$
Wildflower offers area-sourced Italian and Mexican dishes with an upscale ambiance complemented by a robust drink menu in Denver’s Highland neighborhood.
Wildflower
4.7
(
476
)
$$$$
•
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
$$$$
Nocturne
4.8
(
1,180
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
🍔 American
•
$$$
Nocturne is a bi-level jazz lounge and eatery in Denver’s RiNo Art District, offering eclectic plates, crafted cocktails, and live jazz.
Nocturne
4.8
(
1,180
)
$$$
•
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
$$$
Noble Riot
4.6
(
199
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
🍷 Wine Bar
•
$$$
Noble Riot is a vibrant wine bar in Denver's RiNo district, renowned for its natural wines, knowledgeable staff, and standout fried chicken in a cozy, trendy atmosphere.
Noble Riot
4.6
(
199
)
$$$
•
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
$$$
Hey Kiddo
4.4
(
330
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
🍱 Korean
•
$$$$
Hey Kiddo is a trendy Berkeley spot in Denver known for its bold modern Asian fusion dishes, standout cocktails, and intimate ambiance with rooftop seating.
Hey Kiddo
4.4
(
330
)
$$$$
•
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
$$$$
Beckon
4.7
(
445
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
🥂 Fine Dining
•
$$$$
Beckon is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Denver's RiNo district, offering intimate chef’s counter dining with seasonal tasting menus and expertly curated drink pairings.
Beckon
4.7
(
445
)
$$$$
•
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
$$$$
Rhein Haus
4.3
(
3,183
)
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
🥨 German
•
$$
Rhein Haus offers a vibrant German-style beer hall experience with unique brews, housemade pretzels, and bocce courts that blend lively sports bar energy with Bavarian charm.
Rhein Haus
4.3
(
3,183
)
$$
•
🍽️ Food & Drink
•
$$
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