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Federal Bar & Grill

4.2 (304 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Ghost Pig Sandwich
Monae S.

Me and my aunt visited Denver and wanted some food nearby the place we were staying. This bar was in walking distance so we took the 5 minute walk to check it out. When I walked in, it was giving typical neighborhood bar, but I sat down and ordered I realized I stumbled in on a gold mine. Our server helped us pick out what would soon be the tastiest meal we were going to have in Denver. That's saying a lot because all we did was take long adventures and eat, I got the ghost pepper sandwich and fries. The flavors were so perfect. The burger was cooked perfectly. The fries were hot and tasty. The sandwich was not spicy to me but delicious nonetheless. If I ever go back to Denver , I'm coming back here and getting a burger.

Vampire slayer & side Caesar salad
Kristyn M.

Visiting Denver for work and came across this place on Yelp. The Vampire slayer caught my eye and glad I tried this place out. The bartender was so nice and welcoming. Held the perfect amount of conversation and both the burger and salad were so good. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town.

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Stephanie B.

I have to say I really enjoyed Federal Bar & Grill. You feel like Iike you have walked into a old school bar with friendly atmosphere. The owners Nikki and Christopher Mohaupt were very friendly. Nikki greeted us as soon as we walked in and was great at helping to suggest which lunch items out of the two choices we gave her. My partner loved the REUBEN: Slow roasted corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and our housemade Thousand Island dressing on marble rye, and I enjoyed the FISH & CHIPS: Cod fillets hand-dipped in our gluten free beer batter, fried crispy and golden, served with fries, house made tartar sauce and a lemon wedge (GF). Federal Bar & Grill has an extensive GF menu and GF beers on tap--I had a beer that was grapefruit infused--very delicious, and I'm not a beer gal ever since I found I had celiac disease over twenty years ago. I also love that Nikki also has celiac and is very knowledgeable. I'm not someone who gives a lot of 5 Stars, however, finding a new gluten-free forward restaurant with great service and food--I felt compelled too. We will definitely be back!

Fish and Chips Plate
Jack K.

What an amazing spot - especially if you are gluten free! My sister lives in Denver and she loves to come here. I am so glad she brought me. Not only do they have gluten free beer on tap, they also lots of bar food all gluten free. I got the GF fish and chips and they were the best fish and chips I've had in my life. And I've been to London and gotten it there too! We shared the nacho plate with chicken as a table - chips were nice and crispy and had perfect amount of toppings. If you are GF and want some bar food, be sure to try this place. It was great!

The Federale Burger sub chicken breast
Travis S.

I've been batting a thousand finding some great hidden gems lately conveniently located near my work destinations around the US..and Federal Bar and Grill in Denver is no exception..I came for the amazing old fashioned but left full of some of the best soft tacos around (and the veggie is THE best btw) and also saved room for the federal burger but subbed with chicken breast based on the expert recommendation of Dan...the very awesome bar tender here. Really great food and experience and looking forward to returning!

Cindi M.

Great place with a lot of gluten free options, including apps, entrees and beer! Large restaurant with plenty of seating as well as a large parking lot too. Service was quick and the food was delicious.

Salmon salad
Stephanie J.

Wow, Gluten-free food! Last day in Denver and we trekked to Federal for the deviled eggs...always looking for deviled eggs, strongly recommend trying these. Had the Salmon salad and hubs had the Pig On Green salad with a side of tater tots and ghost curry dipping sauce. But let's get back to me and gluten-free eating...server and the kitchen did a fab job-love it when there's a food handling glove change.

Fed Cheese Burger
Michael A.

Stopped by to watch Monday night football and the service was great. Clean restaurant and the food was excellent. Recommend the Federal burger

Bleu Shroom Burger with
 Ghost Fries
Stefanie C.

I've literally lived in the Highlands for a year and never visited Federal Bar & Grill. How has it taken me so many years to discover their amazing Bleu Shroom Burger and Ghost Fries? My partner and I came here after paddleboarding on Sloan's Lake, hungry for some bar food. He had the Wasabi Salad with Salmon. Everything was delicious. Customer service was excellent. The place was pretty empty (so parking was easy and we sat at the bar) probably because of some sports game going on. Whenever I crave a burger and beer next, I'm coming here!

Chicken Sink Salad
Joy Q.

This is such a low key, but awesome neighborhood spot! - It is located on the federal. It has its on parking lot. - I it is a sports bar with multiple screens. Good spot to watch sports. It has an outdoor patio as well. - I was amazed by two dishes, and I will strongly recommend: 1) ghost fries. The ghost pepper flavor does bring a hit, but is not too much or overpowering. 2) the chicken bites, achieved a perfect balance of crispy and tender! (I hate when fried chicken get dried out.)The chicken was served with a side of homemade dipping sauce as well. They give you approximately 15 selections for your dipping sauce and we were happy with the ghost curry sauce - again, not overpowering, just the right amount - for the salads they are a good portion for the practice and I like the dressing. There's nothing standing out though.

Gluten free chicken tenders

The food is amazing. So many gluten free options. We had 2 fish tacos, chicken tenders, and the buffalo chicken salad. The salad was delicious and so big that I could not finish it. Plus there is gluten free beer. If your gluten intolerant, this the place to go.

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Great fish and chips! I am gluten free and the fries were amazing as well. They have so many options for me so that's nice!

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