Best bars in Denver

44 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/Denver, r/denverfood

Candlelight Tavern is a frequent answer to dive-bar questions in Washington Park, and its burger is the most repeated draw: six commenters praise it, with one calling it their local favorite. One commenter calls it a decent dive with decent food. A couple of commenters had mixed experiences: one recalls a few rowdy nights, and another finds it loud for a sit-down meal.

Washington Park

41 people recommend, 4 warn against itvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

The Thin Man is a well-liked Capitol Hill bar with a relaxed, dive-like feel; a few commenters describe it that way, and a few praise its cocktails, one singling out the martini. A few say it can get crowded, one finds it too loud to visit alone, and one was disappointed by the espresso martini and sangria.

Capitol Hill

38 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Most people recommend The Brutal Poodle, a South Broadway metal bar, and many praise the food. Several say the music is loud enough to make conversation hard.

South Broadway

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Overall, people recommend Yacht Club, and many praise the cocktails, with one naming a Changes in Attitude as a favorite. A couple suggest it as a drinks stop around dinner. Caveats: one calls the bar overrated, and one says it is good only sometimes. One who has not visited the newer location says the former location was great.

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Many people recommend The Crypt as a goth and alternative bar, and several describe a spooky, horror-themed or goth-leaning feel. A few praise the food, and several mention recurring themed nights, including a party night and drag events. One calls it a joy even for people who do not love bars, a couple say it is a bar rather than a club, and one describes it as a cool dive rather than a cocktail spot.

26 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Most people recommend Cerebral Brewing, and many say its beer is strong, with several singling out its IPAs. Comments cover several taprooms, and a few commenters mention the pizza vendor at the West Highland one. One calls the brewery overrated next to other local breweries, and another finds its unusual styles worth trying but not generally to their taste.

Highlands

26 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Most commenters recommend Death & Co, and many praise the cocktails. A couple find the drinks pricey, though one feels the quality of the premium spirits justifies it, and one says the setting feels like a hotel lobby. A couple are less impressed, calling it overrated or warning others off, and another feels it is less suited to watching a game or chatting with regulars.

24 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Williams & Graham is a speakeasy-style cocktail bar that most commenters recommend, with many praising the cocktails. A couple mention its bone-marrow shots. Caveats: one commenter finds the room too dark, and one thinks it has gone downhill.

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Most people who weigh in recommend Don's, and several call it a classic or fun dive. A couple mention the pool tables. Many say weekends are busy and intense. One finds the crowd skews toward college students, and one calls it fine but prefers another bar.

6th and Washington

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The Horseshoe Lounge is a small Uptown neighborhood bar that many people recommend. A few describe it as comfortable, cozy or relaxed, and a few say it is easy to strike up a conversation with the regulars.

Uptown

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Lady Jane is recommended mostly for its cocktails: many commenters praise the drinks, and a few single out the Glasgow Kiss. A few like the atmosphere. On the other side, one commenter found a visit just okay and disliked the music, one had two cocktails that missed on a single visit, and one found it expensive after missing happy hour.

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PS Lounge on East Colfax is a frequent answer to dive-bar questions: several commenters name it as a dive or the first place that comes to mind. One calls it a throwback lounge rather than a true dive, one says its crowd did not match what the asker wanted, and one had a bad experience and has not returned.

East Colfax

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Fort Greene is a well-liked cocktail bar: most commenters recommend it and many praise the drinks. Several describe cozy nooks, comfy chairs and a quiet, relaxed room. One calls it a great bar rather than a true dive.

Globeville

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Most commenters recommend The Dive Inn on South Broadway as a dive bar, and a few point to its boat seating. A couple mention the games, and a couple say the chicken and tacos are good. Not everyone is sold: a few commenters say the crowd skews young, one finds it too gimmicky, and one who went once for a birthday called it okay.

South Broadway

18 people recommendvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Our Mutual Friend is a RiNo brewery taproom that most commenters recommend, and many list it among their favorites. A couple praise the IPAs, and several suggest pairing a visit with the barbecue next door. One commenter says later visits are weaker once the barbecue sells out, and another has mixed views.

Rino

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Vesper Lounge is a bar that many people recommend, with a couple praising the drinks. A couple of commenters say they have read there, and one points to its beer-and-shot special. One says Fridays can be busy, and another insists it is not a dive.

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Most commenters recommend Nob Hill Inn, a Colfax Avenue dive bar, and many call it a dive. A few call it great or say the divey atmosphere always makes them feel welcome, and one calls it a genuine dive rather than a kitschy one.

Colfax Ave

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Most commenters recommend this wine bar, mainly for tapas, appetizers and wine. A couple say it is good value, a couple like the atmosphere, and a couple say it suits a date. Several mention hard-to-get bookings or long waits, and one finds the room very loud.

Rino

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Ratio Beerworks is a Denver craft brewery that many commenters recommend; a few name its RiNo taproom, and most comments do not say which location they mean. Several point to the beer, and a couple list it among their favorites.

Rino

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Many people recommend Charlie Brown's, a piano bar inside a hotel, and several single out the piano bar, which one calls a Christmas tradition. One commenter calls it a strange experience everyone should try, one says it is not a dive, and one is unhappy with the burger and whiskey.

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Most people recommend 1Up Arcade Bar, and several point to its arcade games. A few commenters name the Colfax branch as their favorite; the LoDo branch has closed. A couple call it welcoming to queer patrons, and one says it is still fun to visit alone.

Colfax

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Many commenters name My Brother's Bar as a top pick, and a few single out the burger, with a couple pointing to the Johnny burger. Caveats: a couple say prices have risen or are too high to visit often, a couple are unhappy with the burgers, and one calls the food inconsistent but mostly good.

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Many commenters recommend The Dirty Duck for its dive-bar feel, and a couple call it a fun or great weird dive; one mentions its large duck collection. One notes it has no kitchen, though a food truck is out front some days. One commenter warns people off after a bad experience, and another says it is not a nice place though they still suggest it.

16 people recommendvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Postino WineCafe is a wine bar that people recommend. The recommendations cover several Denver branches, and only one commenter names LoHi. A few point to the wine, and several point to the happy-hour deal on pitchers and pours, though one says the deal used to be better. A couple note the pitchers are not a standard size.

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Most people recommend Prost, with many praising the food and a few praising its German-style beers. Several name its hefeweizen among their picks, though one commenter calls the beer just okay. Comments mostly do not say which Prost location they mean, and one recommends the Highlands taproom.

Lohi

16 people recommendvia r/Denver, r/denverfood

Sobo 151 is a Czech bar on South Broadway that many commenters recommend. A few praise the Czech food and a few mention the pool tables, and a couple mention watching hockey there.

South Broadway

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Commenters recommend Union Lodge No. 1 as a cocktail bar, and many single out its gin fizz. Several rank it among Denver's best for cocktails. One commenter describes the room as quiet and low-key.

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Most people recommend Odell's, and many like the rooftop and its views at the Sloan's Lake taproom. A few say the food is good, and one recommends the happy hour. A couple found the pizza pricey or mediocre.

Sloan S Lake

15 people recommendvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Many people recommend Bar Nun, and a few describe a casual neighborhood feel; a couple note goth-leaning music and a couple note the pickle shots. A couple say the food is good, and one recommends the brunch. Several commenters name the Capitol Hill location.

Capitol Hill

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Many people recommend Hell or High Water, a satanic-themed tiki bar, and several describe it as a weird, fun tiki spot. A couple praise the drinks, and one calls it a favorite. One says it is not a dive but likes it.

Downtown

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Many people recommend Wyman's, a neighborhood pub near Cheesman Park. A few say it offers good value with decent to good food, and a couple say it is a good place to meet people. One mentions free pool on Mondays, and one says Tuesday nights are worth a visit.

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The Bar Car is a bar that many people recommend as a relaxed neighborhood spot. A couple of commenters point to the Fonzie burger, one finding it small but tasty, and one describes a cozy dive feel. Another says it is a good place to quickly become a regular.

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Many people recommend Seven Grand, and several point to its whiskey. A couple point to its cocktails and a couple to the pool tables. One calls it great but far too loud, sometimes with live music.

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Sputnik on South Broadway is a bar that most commenters recommend, and a couple suggest it as a dive option. A couple recall good times there, and one says friends met their future spouses there. One says it has declined recently, with a poorly cooked burger, and another likes it but finds it too classy for a dive list.

South Broadway

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Most people who weigh in recommend ESP Hi-Fi, which several describe as a listening bar, and a few praise the drinks. A couple of people find it too dark to read in and several find it loud. One had poor cocktails on a single visit, one says the drinks are creative but do not always land, and one finds it a bit pretentious with cocktails batched ahead.

Santa Fe

14 people recommendvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Most people recommend Black Sky Brewery, a metal-themed taproom, and a few describe its heavy-music vibe. A few praise the pizza, and a couple praise a shot called Hot Beef Injection. A few say the beer is good, while a couple say it is weaker or hit or miss.

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People recommend Lincoln's Roadhouse as a relaxed, quirky hangout, and one suggests it as a dive bar. Several say the crowd skews older, and one describes couches and pianos in place of TVs. One commenter says it is not aiming to be a fancy cocktail spot.

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Many people recommend Finn's Manor, and several praise its beer selection; a couple call the cocktails excellent. A few say the vibe is good and it is fun on dance nights. One says its standing has slipped but the drinks remain top-notch, and one says it does not suit a small-plates outing because the food is limited to a burger.

Rino

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Many people recommend TrashHawk as a relaxed South Broadway dive bar, and a couple suggest it as a stop on a bar route. One describes the crowd as mostly younger regulars with a dart board, and one praises the people and the vibe.

South Broadway

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Most diners recommend Hudson Hill, and several say it suits solo visits and reading with a drink. One mentions mocktails, one says it is not somewhere to get a full meal, and one describes a casual, lively crowd. A couple find the seating uncomfortable or tight, and one says it gets loud on weekends but is quieter on weekdays.

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Most visitors recommend this brewery taproom, and several praise its lagers. Many endorse it as a go-to or favorite brewery stop, and one says it nails a Czech beer hall feel.

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Many people recommend Highland Tavern, a neighborhood pub praised for its food; one suggests the burger and one raves about the tots. A couple call it their favorite sports bar, and several describe it as dive-like, though one finds it a bit sporty.

Highlands

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Many commenters recommend The Skylark, and a couple put it on a South Broadway bar hop. A few place it among gritty dive bars, and one has met friendly people at the counter. One mentions live music and upstairs pool tables, and one likes the Wednesday karaoke.

South Broadway

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Most visitors recommend Hops & Pie, a beer bar in the Tennyson area, and many praise the beer. Several also praise the pizza, and a couple call it underrated. One notes it is not a brewery, and one finds it somewhat pricey.

Tennyson

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Most visitors recommend Stoney's as a sports bar for watching games. The comments cover several Stoney's locations and most do not say which one. A couple praise the food, and a couple say it fills up on game days. One calls it mediocre and says its vibe has changed, and one likes the game-watching atmosphere but finds prices mediocre.

Uptown

12 people recommendvia r/Denver, r/denverfood

Most people recommend RiNo Country Club, and many praise its burgers. A couple mention the mini golf. One visitor calls it divey with excellent burgers but finds the cocktails only average, and another wishes it had more TVs outside.

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The Marigold is a bar in Five Points that people recommend, and several describe it as cool, nice or relaxed. A couple single out the drinks, and one says conversation comes easily at the counter, especially on event nights. A couple mention a garden and plants for sale.

Five Points

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Many people recommend Bierstadt in RiNo, and a few praise the lagers, with one singling out the Pilsner. A couple say the food is good. One says it gets busy enough to strain the kitchen, one calls it very loud and high-energy, and one finds it a good spot for a large group to drop in, with a tip to phone ahead.

Rino

11 people recommendvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Adrift is a tiki bar on Broadway, and most diners recommend it for its fun tiki vibe and drinks. A few praise the tiki drinks, a couple praise the food, and one recommends the Mai Tai. Caveats: one found the drinks just okay, one finds it a bit loud, and one says it may not suit fans of bitter cocktails.

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Reactions lean positive, with several people describing Occidental as having a dive-bar feel and a couple praising its cocktails. A couple praise the food, though one is unsure about the burger. One visitor found the crowd too upscale for a punk bar, and one says it leans punk rather than metal.

Highlands

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Most commenters recommend this RiNo spot, and a couple call it a dive bar; one says the food is solid and one recommends it for karaoke. One lists it among weird bars, and one says it now draws a yuppie crowd.

Rino

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Tatarian is a cocktail bar that people recommend, and many commenters praise its drinks. One recommends the smoked old fashioned at the Tennyson location, and one calls it perfect on a Sunday afternoon. One found the drinks poor on a recent visit and feels the place has declined.

Tennyson

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Many people recommend Middleman, and a couple praise the cocktails. One commenter likes its dark, lively vibe and a good burger, one says the karaoke nights are enjoyable, and one lists it as a gay bar.

Colfax

10 people recommendvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Most commenters recommend Angelo's, and many point to its happy hour. A couple praise the seafood, and one says the bar is reliably busy on Mondays because of its seafood specials. A few found the oysters or a weekly special disappointing.

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The Squire is a bar on East Colfax that several commenters recommend. One says the happy-hour crowd has plenty of stories to share, one says you will meet cool people there, and one says it runs varied events through the week.

East Colfax

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Many commenters recommend Bar Max, and a couple call it underrated or a cocktail spot few people have discovered. One says it offers deals to community groups.

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Many commenters recommend 715 Club as a Five Points bar to try, and a couple name it among their favorites. One mentions weekend DJs, good music inside and a relaxed patio. One would rank it at the bottom of their own list.

Five Points

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Many people suggest Williams Tavern when naming Denver dive bars, and one places it in Uptown. A couple add it as an option for the list, one confirms it is a good choice, and one lists it among weird bars.

Uptown

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Many people recommend Kentucky Inn, and a few name it as a good place to watch games. One praises the burger and French dip, and one finds the food better than expected, though waits can run long. One says the beer selection is average and it is not cheap, and one describes it as an upscale sports bar rather than a dive.

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Many people recommend Fiction Beer Company, a brewery built around books. A few describe it as chill, a couple say people read there, and one points to its trivia and book club events. One notes the seating may not be very comfy.

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Many people recommend BurnDown, and several point to its rooftop, where a few say the views of the mountains and downtown are good. A couple praise the food, and one says it has lots of TVs.

South Broadway

9 people recommendvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Pretty Neat is a bar where a few patrons praise the cocktails. One loves its Penicillin, and one calls it a cool little joint that is easy to miss as a bar.

Broadway

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Many commenters recommend The Wild Corgi, a neighborhood pub; a couple mention its poker nights, and one mentions trivia night. One says it has a large whiskey selection, darts and frequent events, and one says it decorates heavily for the holidays.

13th and Marion

9 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Run For The Roses is a LoDo cocktail bar that several commenters recommend; one praises the speakeasy feel, and one lists it among cocktail stops easy to reach on foot from the train. Two commenters had bad recent visits, one calling it terrible and one citing an odd menu.

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Bedlam is a cocktail bar on Wazee Street in LoDo, and most visitors recommend it. A few praise the cocktails, and one says it suits reading with a drink. One says the vibe depends on the night, busy with industry folks late and quieter early, and one describes it as a small, casual spot.

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Many people recommend Pon Pon, and one calls it a classic. One lists it among their favorite bars, another says its dark interior suits their mood, and one calls it a compact, fashionable dive where patrons are rarely open to socializing.

8 people recommendvia r/Denver

Many people recommend Tight End, a gay sports bar; one says it has a true bar setting and is nice even for people who are not into sports, and another recommends it for sports fans. A couple describe it as casual or laid back and welcoming to newcomers. One praises the pizza, and one notes it has a pool table.

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Spangalang is a Five Points brewery that many commenters recommend, and one lists it among their favorites. One mentions its older R&B soundtrack.

Five Points

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Many commenters recommend Lion's Lair, a couple pointing to its live music, and one calls it the most unique of their dive picks.

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Many commenters recommend The Block Distilling Co., a RiNo distillery bar; a few praise its cocktails, and a couple praise its gin and house-made spirits.

Rino

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Many commenters recommend Hogshead, mostly for its cask ale: several single it out, and one calls it a top cask ale brewery specializing in English-style beers. One recommends sipping on the patio.

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Room for Friends is a wine bar that several commenters recommend, and a few praise it as a wine bar. A couple enjoy its karaoke night. One says it has lots of regulars and is easy to chat at the bar, and one finds it relaxed and free of pretension.

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Salita is a Capitol Hill bar that many commenters recommend, and a few praise its cocktails. One praises its seating and says it is good for reading, one calls it a divey bar small enough for easy conversation, and one says it is good for small groups.

Cap Hill

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/Denver, r/denverfood

Wynkoop is a downtown brewpub that several commenters recommend. A couple call its discounted craft-beer deal great, and a few talk about pool and darts upstairs. One calls it a pioneer of Denver's brewpub scene, one says beer quality fluctuates though it is solid now, and one says to skip it.

Downtown

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/denverfood, r/Denver

Choppers is a sports bar that several commenters recommend; a couple of commenters name the Cherry Creek location. A few suggest it for watching games, and one calls it the nearest Cherry Creek option to a dive bar. One wishes it would pick one or two teams as its watch spot instead of five.

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Meadowlark is a Larimer Street bar that many commenters recommend, a few pointing to hip-hop nights; one mentions a diverse young crowd and one suggests it for live jazz. One says it has become too crowded to get into.

8 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/denverfood

Semiprecious is a cocktail bar that several commenters recommend, with a few singling out particular drinks such as the tomato highball, a mango spritz and a banana rooibos drink. Its more unusual drinks split opinion: several disliked the tomato highball or the radish martini, with one saying the radish martini tasted acetic and gamey.

7 people recommendvia r/Denver, r/denverfood

The L on South Broadway is a bar that several commenters recommend, and a few praise the drinks. One calls it chill with good vibes, and one says recent visits were very quiet.

South Broadway

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Several commenters recommend Will Call, and several mention very cold draft beer in chilled or frosted glasses. One suggests it for an older crowd of Avs fans, one says the pizza and sandwiches are good, and one calls it an okay bar mainly valued for cold draft beer.

Rino

7 people recommendvia r/Denver, r/denverfood

Town Hall Collaborative is a queer-community bar, cafe and event space that several commenters recommend. One praises the cocktails and non-alcoholic options, one suggests it for working and meeting people, and one calls it an important queer venue.

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Federal Bar and Grill is a bar and grill that several commenters recommend; a few praise the food, from the Juicy Lucy to burgers and fries. One recommends it for happy hour, and one expects a packed house near the stadium and likes the many TVs.

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The High Lonesome is a bar that several commenters recommend; a couple praise its cocktails and a couple point to its whiskey, and one says older regulars hang out there. One suggests it for beer and whiskey with pool.

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The Nearby Bar is a cocktail bar that several commenters recommend; a couple say drinks are made to suit your taste, and one likes the house-made mixers and an infused Malort flight.

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Room for Milly is a bar that several commenters recommend; a couple praise its cocktails and one calls it charming. One says one drink fell short, and one lists it among spots with a nice atmosphere.

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Several commenters recommend Pints Pub for its whiskey, and a couple point to the big whiskey list. One says it brews its own beer and cider, and one praises its cask ale.

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Welton Room is a cocktail bar that several commenters recommend; a couple praise its cocktails and one points to its flavored espresso martinis. A couple note it is on the pricey side.

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Several commenters recommend this Larimer Street bar: one for Thursday karaoke, one lists it among odd bars, one says it stays on their list, one had a fun night when a metal band's songs filled the jukebox, and one notes it serves beer in frosted chalices.

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Milk Bar is a goth-leaning bar that several commenters recommend; one suggests its goth night with several themed rooms, one suggests it for people who enjoy dancing, and one enjoys its quieter goth crowd.

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Retrograde is a space-themed speakeasy that several commenters recommend; one describes velvet-lined rooms and adventurous cocktails, and a couple say it has improved lately after a menu rework. A couple say it is very loud, and one also finds it pricey.

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The Cooper Lounge is a bar inside Union Station that several commenters recommend; one praises its strong bourbon selection, one calls it their favorite, and one says they take people there to make an impression. One found its old fashioned fine but no better than standard versions.

Union Station

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Dew Drop Inn is a bar that several commenters recommend; a couple say they love it. One says the vibe varies across the bars on their list though they enjoyed this one.

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Rome's Saloon is a bar that several commenters recommend; a couple suggest it as a sports bar option or an adult-friendly local place with few kids. One recalls many past visits fondly.

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Campus Lounge is a neighborhood bar that several commenters recommend, a couple for watching games and a few for the food, including the wings and chicken sandwich. One likes its outdoor space and old fashioned flight, and one recommends the happy hour.

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Vine Street Pub & Brewery is a brewpub that several commenters recommend; one calls it the top pick for in-house kitchen and brewing, one praises its wings as top-tier, and one says the food was surprisingly good on recent visits.

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Several commenters name Matchbox in RiNo: one recommends its emo night and says it is busy on Mondays, one suggests it as an anchor dive bar for exploring RiNo, and one calls it their home bar.

Rino

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Woods Boss Brewing is a brewery taproom that several commenters recommend; a couple mention comfy seating, one mentions seltzer for non-beer drinkers, one praises the cool industrial vibe and second event room, and one calls the Czech options solid.

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Several commenters suggest Crow Bar, including a couple who say they like it a lot and a few who add it as an alternative or a crawl stop.

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Origins is a sports bar that several commenters recommend; a couple of commenters name the Washington Park location. A couple suggest it for watching UFC or Bengals games, one says it feels casual like a friend's basement, and one says it was formerly Sports Book and is largely unchanged.

Washington Park

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Improper City is a RiNo bar that several commenters recommend; one says they have been many times, one recommends it for cocktails, and one lists it as a stop on a brewery walk. One notes it turns from coffee spot to bar in the evening, and one says it is not a dive but reflects the city's artistic culture.

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4 Noses is a brewery taproom that several commenters recommend; a few list it among their favorites, one says it pours some of their favorite beer, and one likes the sunset there.