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    4.9 (14 reviews)
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    Cesar H.

    Denver has been quietly building an impressive cocktail scene, and Dearly Departed is one of the spots that really stands out. I somehow missed it for a few months, but once I finally went, I was hooked. The space is moody and dark but still welcoming, never pretentious. It sits underneath their sister restaurant Teocalli in the Highlands and feels like a true neighborhood cocktail bar rather than a concept chasing trends. The food is small plates and tapas style, and we've tried almost everything at this point. Everything works well with the cocktails and feels thoughtfully executed, not just filler bar snacks. The cocktail program is where this place really shines. Drinks are organized into categories like martinis, old fashioneds, sours, spritzes, and highballs. Each category has three versions: a classic, their house interpretation, and a more experimental option. It's a smart way to appeal to both traditionalists and people who want something different. I've been twice in one month and every cocktail has been balanced, creative, and genuinely enjoyable. Current favorites are the savory martini, cherry spritzer, aperitif spritzer, and the gin and tonic from the more experimental side of the menu. This is the kind of bar you keep coming back to without needing a special occasion.

    John M.

    Stumbled upon this place when Linger was booked up. And to be honest, I am SO glad we did. Was with a group, 5, total. And this was totally the vibe! To start, we all got different martinis. Our server, I think his name was Hunter, did an amazing job taking care of us, and breaking down the drink menu for us. They have some very creative drinks on the menu! Then we ordered some oysters, and a few other small plates, all of which were delicious. I will absolutely be back here, and 10 out of 10 would recommend to anyone looking for a chill spot with good vibes, great drinks, and light food.

    Clare S.

    Came for the drinks, stayed for Johnathan. WOW what a great experience for our first time here. Johnathan walked us thru your not so average drink menu, suggested drinks my partner and I would both enjoy based on our flavor profiles we explained we liked. Incredible experience. I would highly recommend, cozy, calm, vibes all around!

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    Ali W.

    We were the only people there for almost the whole night which to be honest, could be a nice play if you wanna make sure you can go to a good vibe place with no crowd. The drinks were fun/good. Decent pricing ($12, $14, $17) based on the style. The vibe is super cute/trendy/comfy chairs. Food was okay/not bad. Nothing I'd die to come back for but I appreciate a good cocktail bar with above par food. Burrata was small and the side compliment was unnecessary but burrata is burrata so I was happy. The steak + sauce was pretty good. Patatas bravos threw me off a little because it had cauliflower on it and was definitely a tad spicy, but overall fine.

    Fizz
    Chelsea R.

    We stopped here for a drink before dinner at Linger and it didn't disappoint! Nestled below Teocalli Cocina with moody cozy vibes. Service was great, our server explained the menu beautifully and helped with off-menu drinks. They were super gracious in seating us when part of our party was late. The drinks were great - including some of the quirky menu drinks plus some off menu drinks we requested. Definitely will be back! The cherry spritz is SUPER intense cherry but good, they made a great espresso martini and gold rush and the fizz was light and refreshing.

    Cherry Spritz
    Bailee P.

    Great cocktails, they split the cocktail menu into 5 categories and 3 "types" the first column is the standard cocktail in each category : margarita, bourbon old fashioned, etc. The second column is a little more experimental, and the third is very experimental. Service was great and small plates were delicious

    Mezcal surprise! Whipped up by the bartender at my request! Yummy

    Great service, food and drinks! I was solo for the night they made the experience so comfortable and relaxed. The basement area is swanky the decor is top tier and not over crowded perfect spot to grab crafted cocktails with a friend or significant other. The bar staff were very attentive checking to see if the food and drinks were to my liking. I had the grilled oysters they were so bomb! I'd just come back for the ambiance, staff and oysters alone. But they proceeded to blow my mind with the tuna crudo and the steak with chimichurri and sauce. You have to get the sourdough bread with it to soak up the sauce in the steak dish. Now let's talk about the drinks, I came on the tail end of happy hour, so got two drinks on special. Started with a bourbon drink it was stiff and got the ball rolling for the night. Then I also got a glass of red wine. I saw the bartender making a elderflower cocktail and was intrigued so of course I said "gimme one of those too please and thank you!" The bartender gave me the hell yea look. We were on the same page! Then my last drink I told him surprise me please sir! He said give me a liquor preference and he ran with it! He made a mezcal dragon fruit concoction that was delicious. Dearly Departed wrapped me up like a gift and put a bow on top then sent me comfortably out into the world to my next adventure for the night. Definitely worth it and recommended, 10 out of 10!

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    If you enjoy bars with a European flair, feels like your are sitting in a living room, and offers…read moregood strong cocktails with snacks, Bedlam is the bar for you. Bedlam was recommended to us for late night drinks by staff working in one of the restaurants at our hotel. During our short stay in Denver, we went to Bedlam twice. The first time was around 11:30 on a Thursday night. We had a few cocktails along with a cheese and charcuterie plate. The second time was around 12:30 on a Saturday night when we came in for a night cap. The first time we came in, it wasn't too busy, and we were encouraged to sit wherever we wanted. The bar was full so we chose a small table. Our server gave us menus, though specials were written on a chalkboard above the bar. We each tired a couple of cocktails and had a shot called the Master Shot. We also chose the make-your-own charcuterie board. Our favorite drink was the Woo Girl, which allowed us to choose our spirit of choice. I chose gin and my friend chose tequila. When we returned a couple of nights later, we knew already we were going to order the Woo Girl cocktail. It was packed on a Saturday night, but there was a small table in back where they seated us. This bar is more for spending time with the friends you come with, rather than mingling, as staff seats you at a table. It doesn't seem like they offer standing room or just squeezing in, though maybe we just didn't experience that. That said, all in all, I really enjoyed Bedlam and recommend it to anyone going to Denver.

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    Had such a fun experience at Monkey Bar! I tried the Dubai Chocolate Espresso Martini and the Red…read moreVelvet Espresso Martini, and both were absolutely delicious. The Dubai chocolate one was rich, smooth, and felt like dessert in a glass, while the red velvet martini was sweet, creamy, and super unique. Thank you champ for the wonderful hospitality. If you're an espresso martini fan, definitely check this place out. I'd happily come back to try more of their creative cocktails!

    Everything here is so good, but pricey so just be aware of that. My friend had the hash, which she…read moresaid was really good, and perfect for a gluten free option. I had the eggs Benedict with duck, which was savory and tender- would get again, even if it was a little small for a $22 meal. I also got a mimosa and a raspberry beret- the beret was delicious and served with the coolest presentation- they used dry ice to create smoke! The decor is very maximalist mid century- love it! Great for a date or if you are impressing someone. Don't let the location scare you off- everything around it looks closed but once you get inside it's absolutely beautiful. I can't end this review without gushing about the staff. I had a weird fainting episode and scared the crap out of my friend- our server and the rest of the staff were on it, so sweet and helpful. They got me a cold towel and an ice bucket so that I could recover. I was so impressed by how they handled everything! Ultimately, I would come back just for the service, but the food and drinks were excellent as well. Definitely worth returning for!

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    So my experience at Death & Co was an interesting one. For full transparency, we ended up getting…read morecomped a round of drinks, although I don't think that has affected my review. Death & Co is a bar that has been on my list to go to for a very long time. We made our reservation ahead of time, which I would highly recommend you do. I almost didn't do it, but I'm glad I did because it was limited seating still. The inside atmosphere is absolutely amazing elegant, upscale. This is the place to be. We originally sat at a lower table with a large couch and two side chairs. We had a group of six and we fit pretty comfortably. The only error we had was when the waitress was bending down to give us our first round, someone from the table behind bumped her and the tray of drinks went over. Honestly not really her fault and she was very apologetic. It did splash one of my party members, which is why they offered to comp us the drinks and we had to unfortunately move the table because of broken glass. They were fortunately able to get us into another table pretty quickly. It was close to the bar, which wasn't inherently bad. They gave us a fresh round of drinks. The food that came out was all amazing. We ended the meal with their chocolate chip cookies, which were divine. I'm pretty sure they were brown butter chocolate chip cookies because it had that excellent specific flavor you get from browning butter and baking. All in all, this place truly delivers an amazing experience. The wait staff was able to make amazing recommendations on cocktails based on what people's preferences are. The food was truly amazing. If you like good food and great drinks, I would definitely check this place out.

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    4.4(37 reviews)
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    I love the cozy, calm with chill music at this audio bar. Unique decor with outdoor patio & Tacos…read moretruck. We ordered Tuna salad cure with egg yolk and it is amazingly burst with flavors. Paired with black corn tortilla & we asked for more tortilla. Refreshing perfect for Summer. Tacos are ok. I like the Buche aka cheek meat the most. My most favorite dish is the Spanish octopus in black ink. For drinks, I love happy hour highball. Mezcal is good and made me feel buzz right away lol The manager was very knowledgeable & explained to me in detail about how they harvest the agave to make Mezcal. Our lovely waitress is attentive and friendly. Sum up, if you want to chill with happy hour for $3.5 taco (1) and a glass of nice Mezcal for about $10. Or date night. Malinche Audiobar is the perfect place for you. We will definitely go back!

    Named in the Westword's Top 50 Bars in Denver Right Now (2025), Malinche Audiobar is a trip. Happy…read moreHour is absolutely the time to go to get the best of the best (as well as the best deals; it is pricey downtown). Malinche is a Latin/Asian fusion cuisine. It is unique and they do a good job blending both together to create some really good food and drinks. I selected three tacos to enjoy. Two pastor tacos and campechano. All were really good. The pastor was well seasoned and tender. The campechano was a first for me, and I am glad I tried it. Campechano is a mix, as the word describes, of beef and chorizo. This was the standout of the meal! I also tried the dumplings de barbacoa which were also excellent. Spicy, but really good. This was a really good fusion menu item. The tacos are all made by the taco truck set up outside of Malinche. You can actually get tacos from the truck without going into Malinche if you so desire or if there is no seating. (Speaking of, make reservations! Malinche has limited space/seating). The decor is very unique and is really pretty to look at. The audiobar portion of the bar's name is fun as well. The audiobar rotates through all the genres of music that exists from all the music decades you can think of. A fun time for sure. Will absolutely be back for another Happy Hour!

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