coolest place i've ever been!!! abby the bartender was amazing- so attentive and so fast! the drinks were amazing and the atmosphere was amazing too! music so good! would recommend read more

Forest Room 5 is servin' food, drink, and forest vibes. This was a lively place to stop by a day after Halloween and I really enjoyed the forest scenery in the middle of cityscapes. Although I didn't order anything, I did talk to staff who seemed outgoing and helpful with recommendations when I do stop by in the future. read more

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So upset because I had not been here in years and when I first moved to Denver it was my favorite bar. Ten years later and the happy hour menu was enticing- but then the food comes out and it is sad. The cheese fries tasted like the microwave and the cheese board was ... interesting. Our waitress was incredibly rude. And to be honest she seemed a little out of it/ maybe impaired. I got the house wine and the glasses weee so dirty- I will literally drink from a strangers glass but these glasses were Sus. The inside and outside are not as nice as I remember (it has been 10 years)- might be time to make some updates. This place used to be such a gem.... Such a shame read more

This is a really cool and quirky bar. Parking may be a little tough but the area is nice and walkable. Drinks were great and the outdoor patio is perfect when the weather is nice! read more

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Fun place and Madison and the bartender created a GREAT lavender/arnold palmer cross cocktail and made it to meet my specifications of lower sugar ... SO FUN read more

Inside = funky dive bar; outside = unique forest experience. If you sit inside at night, don't expect a great experience. If you sit outside, you're in for a treat! Fire pits, trees, plants, and a small creek adorn the space with wood and metal seating/tables spread throughout. If you sit by the water, which we did, you can even hear the sound of babbling brook! It can be hard to find a table, but once you do, it is so much fun. It feels like you're camping in the middle of Denver! There's even a cute little foot bridge. Friends and I came here for drinks and the s'mores dip. We had so much fun - I love the ambience. The seating is spread out enough that it's not very loud and feels relatively private. The s'mores dip was dlelicious and the staff was friendly. I would definitely come back again! read more

Forest Room 5 - S'mores with a "water" view! - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Great outdoor seating ambiance and good tasting drinks. Came for happy hour and had a great time! read more

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Did not order food but got drinks and absolutely loved it there. The music was on point and the scene was perfectly cursed to feel like you were at a camping spot. An absolute must if you're in the area in my opinion read more

Forest Room 5 - Fire pit and beer - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Cool , quirky bars, with lots of intricate details you have to look for or you'll miss! Drinks here are quite good too! Loved the decor of the place, the bear room was pretty cool also. Lots of conversation pieces at this bar! read more

Looking for an interesting bar with a cabin-like atmosphere and a wide drink menu? Forest Room 5 is the place for you! On a nice night, it is amazing to grab a nice cocktail with your friends and sit outside on one of their tables or in the teepee. The outside seating area does get packed pretty quickly though so if you want a table outside or especially the teepee, get there soon! I will say that the service can be a bit slow and inconsistent (they messed up one of our drinks 3 times last night) but if you are just sipping on your drink and not needing too much service, it should be fine. read more

Forest Room 5 - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I don't get all the hate for this place. It's one of my favorite bars in Denver. It's incredibly eclectic and funky, and really makes you feel as though you're camping in the woods. It's a big space and they have table service (which in my experience has always been pretty quick). Their menu is very robust, and it matches the eccentricity of the space. There's a little something for everyone. I especially love the fireplace (so cozy!), and the smell (it smells like a pine cabin). They play cult classic films on the projector above the bar. Their happy hour is excellent, and price wise they are on the lower end. It can get a little noisy on the weekends, but during the week it's pretty chill. I love bringing people from out of town here because it's very "Denver". read more

Forest Room 5 - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

What a vibe! From the outside looking in, forest room 5 looks run down, but that's the charm. There's a little creek that runs through the middle of the outside seating area and it really promotes the idea of you just picnicking in nature. I enjoyed the "Skipping Stone" cocktail but the real appeal is the unique layout and rustic and causal atmosphere. read more

Forest Room 5 - Outside ambiance - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

One of my new favorite bars!! Our server Kat was so sweet and cute and we loved her. We had the smores and espresso martini and everything was so good. Will definitely be back to try more food!! read more

Forest Room 5 - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Outdoor ambiance is the best in Denver! I don't come here often, but every time I do, I have a great time! Staff is always friendly, and I always get some skillet fries, lol read more

Are you looking for a place to go on a date? Look no further than Forest Room 5, which seems to be the spot for anyone on Bumble right now. This is a super cute spot with reasonably priced drinks and food. It's a good standby, even if service can be a little spotty. The fun decor makes it worth a visit, but not a long stay. read more

How have I not been here before? It's such a cool, electic place and the food and drinks were good. At first we went inside to order, but then a server came to our table outside. read more

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3.5 stars! The decor is fun, and our waiter was great. Loved the outdoor seating, sitting by the fire was great even when it's a little chilly out. I would go back in the summer. Certain parts of the bar smell weird like abandoned cabin vibes lol. I guess it's a part of the ambience. Lmao. We each got a drink, and they were just OK. Both tasted carbonated which we weren't expecting-- and I feel like the cocktail menu wasn't that robust. I'd recommend this place for beers with friends! read more

Easily, one of my favorite bars. I like chilling with a nice cocktail outside by the rock fires. Great drinks to sip on. A truly unique place to hangout. read more

Trust the reviews--the ambiance in this place is fantastic, and it's really fun to walk through the space. I mean--what's more Denver than a camping-themed bar? But unless you're set on sticking around, I would recommend grabbing a few waters, walking through, maybe sitting in the outside area for a bit, and heading somewhere else for food and drinks. My friend and I stopped by here for a few drinks and loved the scenery, but the drinks weren't well-balanced (the Mock Mule tasted like sour, watery blueberries and the Watermelon Fizz was a bit better but still bland) and the service quality just wasn't there. As several other reviews have mentioned, we had to chase down the bar staff, who didn't seem very happy to take our orders. Then they overcharged me and spent a long time looking at the drink and the receipt even though I literally had my drink in one hand and a picture of the menu with the prices in the other. Bit of a damper on the experience. Still enjoyed the time, but I'd do things differently next time. read more

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It's been a minute since this place was the hot spot to be, but I do love a good themed space. I also really appreciated the whole menu. Mocktails and food are all available. Plus, being able to bring the dog along? Just all sorts of excellent. read more

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Madison was the best server/bartender. I beg the owner to make forest room 5 merch. I asked Madison if I could buy a tee shirt and all my friends wanted one too but there isn't currently any merch available. I beg you to make branded merch this spot is a Denver best and needs it! read more

Although I haven't had the chance to try the food here, the atmosphere and drinks are absolutely fantastic! This place offers an incredible outdoor experience with a camping vibe that's truly unique and perfect for Denver. The setting includes teepees, fires, tree houses, and lush foliage, creating an ambiance that's both cozy and adventurous. I live in Seattle, but I highly recommend this spot to anyone visiting Denver. There are so many delightful touches, such as an oddities vending machine and classic scary/horror films projected onto a screen. The attention to detail is impressive and adds to the overall charm. The staff here are consistently great. They can craft delicious drinks based on minimal information about your preferences, always hitting the mark. I very much recommend this place for its unique atmosphere, exceptional service, and fantastic drinks. read more

Forest Room 5 - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Always a magical time in the Forest! I really love sitting in a corner with one eye on a book & the other on whatever weird / rad film they're screening. read more

This bar is at the top of my list for recommendations. On top of an excellently craft cocktail menu, they have a great selection of food and the service is phenomenal. This bar screams Denver, the ambiance is reminiscent of a camping trip mixed with a museum to relics from the past, this lending itself to the tourist looking for the "denver" experience and the outdoorsy local alike. Love this spot so much. read more

Forest Room 5 - The alpine fondue - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

While this place certainly has a cool vibe, the quality of the drinks leaves much to be desired. I ordered a Jack and Coke, and it tasted like it was mostly Coke--with what seemed like barely half a shot of whiskey. My friend ordered an Old Fashioned, which was disappointingly served with only a couple of sips' worth, nowhere near a full drink. Unfortunately, despite the atmosphere, you won't get your money's worth here. read more

Forest Room 5 - Jack and Coke - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Stopped by on a Wednesday for a little post work dinner and drinks. There was some great bike parking in front so we could lock up the bicycles. The inside is very camped themed and cute but the courtyard is the best spot. There is lots of tables and benches and even a teepee. Lots of trees and a little creek running through it. There was one girl waiting all the tables outside and she was great. I got the shrimps tacos, which were huge. Lots of good non-alcoholic drink options. We split the s'more dessert with was a large cast iron filled with chocolate and marshmallows and graham crackers. read more

Forest Room 5 is cozy and funky but the service leaves something to be desired. I would pop in frequently enough when living in the Highlands area and try to bring out-of-towners for a fun unique Denver bar experience with firepit seating outside, however, when visiting recently with my boyfriend we sat at the bar and were virtually ignored. It seemed the bartender only had interest in chatting up and serving his buddies. I really, really want to like you Forest Room 5 but will pick another dive bar next time for a more welcoming vibe. read more

What a cool space! Rolling up to the Forest Room was a treat. You can't miss the allure of the outdoor area, though I didn't check it out because the weather was so cold. I'll have to walk by during the day to take a look in the future. My date and I sat inside at the bar (still camping themed) where the neon lighting made the place feel more dive-y than it really was. I got a cocktail with a gummy bear floating on a lemon slice. So weird I can't look up the drink because Forest Room doesn't have a website or online menu like most bars in Denver. Kinda goes along with the "offline" vibe. All the furniture DOES make me feel like I'm in a forest, and I get what they're going for, but with the low-touch customer service, it's not for me. I saw there's food options--weird spectrum from taquitos to filet mignon--that seem to be hit or miss as tapas options. They seem to have been around long enough to understand what customers want out of a lounge. It's a bummer because the space looks super fun, especially for special events. One upside is that it's open late, so there's that!! read more

Forest Room 5 - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Very cool and unique ambience. Drinks were solid, about average price. We will be back.

Fun place for cocktails inside or outside! Literally...there's tree stumps and a tepee to sit in! Busy on weekends (expected). I'll return next time I'm in Denver! read more

I went to this place for the first time with my family the other night and was really impressed by the whole set up- it was so cool! I found this place by searching "unique dinner spots in Denver," and this place certainly was unique! The drinks were great, though unfortunately the selection of food was lacking, so we ended up going to a different place for dinner. Also I'm pretty sure our server was drunk, but he was still very polite so I didn't mind haha. read more

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What a unique bar. We came here simply on the fact that it looked cute on Yelp. I was shocked to see the bad reviews and almost wasn't sure whether I wanted to stop by simply because of that. I'm happy we took a chance because this place was so unique and something that I wouldn't find in LA. Walking in, you immediately feel like you've stepped into the forest. They have a stream of water, trees, it's dark, and feels oddly out of place from the rest of the city. The reason why I'm knocking down a star is because similar to the other reviews here, the service was slow. There were two people managing all the tables, and although they were fantastic, I gotta say, I wish the owners could staff this place more, especially after seeing the consistency of reviews here. Nevertheless, I highly recommend checking this place out if you're in the area. read more

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We stumbled across the place as we were staying nearby in a airbnb and so glad we did! It was so eccentric in the inside and the outdoor area was very quiet and calming. The food and drinks were also very good! If we find ourselves in Denver again, we will be back! read more

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Cute and unique bar, especially if you're willing to sit outside and roast s'mores by a campfire! Good veggie burgers.

Service wasn't the greatest, but the ambiance was pretty cool. The food was nothing to write home about, but I enjoyed my meal. I ordered a bison burger with fries and got the s'mores dip for dessert. Fries were excellent! We were sat outside for a 7 pm reservation in the back side. There was very little light, we ended up eating in the dark. read more

Forest Room 5 - S'mores dip - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Forest Room 5 kinda defies definition. The decor is creative and creates this outdoorsy treehouse vibe, which is super cool. It also lends itself to a casual feel, because how fancy can you be in the middle of the woods? I've heard it described as a "dive bar," which I wouldn't disagree with, but how divey can you be while serving beautiful, pricey boards of charcuterie? As I said, the place defies definition. Usually I drink beer or simple mixed drinks here, but last night I had a cocktail and was pleasantly surprised. Again, another reason I wouldn't quite call Forest Room 5 a "dive bar." I ordered the Huckleberry Lynx ($10), which might be described as a Moscow mule with blueberry and sage. It was lovely and refreshing. The bartenders aren't particularly friendly, but they're just trying to keep the place running smoothly while dealing with drunk people who aren't ready to order. The East Coaster in me appreciates the efficiency, but others might find it off-putting. Don't take it personally...or do, recognize what you're doing wrong, and get your sh*t together. If grabbing a round for a group, collect IDs for every drink you plan to order. Someone mentioned it being too cold to sit outside. Probably true some nights, but worth noting they have fire pits out there. The cute, woodsy decor also extends to the outdoor space. read more

Forest Room 5 - Huckleberry Lynx - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I mean the vibe here is amazing! The whole forest concept and their outdoor patio was fantastic! The service was good too and the bartender was very friendly! The old fashioned was alright, but I think this would be an excellent place to grab a beer and sit outside on a nice day. I would definitely go again! read more

What a fun concept! It was too cold outside so we sat inside and grab one drink before heading to our dinner reservation. The waitress was running around trying to handle every table. Despite her having to manage the inside tables she did a great job. They really should have had another waiter. It was seat your self so we opted for a table near the window. The forest on the patio is a cool concepts and somewhat reflected inside but there is a mashup of items in the interior that doesn't really make sense. The beverage was good, wish we would have stayed for another but we decided to keep our dinner resy and that we would come back another time. Highly recommend checking it out. I really wasn't to experience the patio when it's warm outside. read more

Thursday night male bartender, got a gin drink and an espresso martini both were so overly sweet you could not drink them. ordered a martini dirty to replace the bad gin drink, he told me they had no olive juice, then tried tried to serve me warm gin with vermouth, not even shaken:; i've always heard great things about this place & was very much let down read more

Sat outdoors at this wacky bar, people watching and looking at all the wild decor inside and out. The staff was pretty attentive given how busy it was, the people milling about, and multiple rounds of drinks. That said, service was slow compared to other bars. We didn't order food, but enjoyed our drinks. I imagine it would feel extra hectic during a busy time indoors (pandemic) but the outdoor ambiance was perfect for September in Denver. Drop in if you're in the mood for a cocktail and a very unique experience! read more

Forest Room 5 - Unusual ambiance but very cool. Anticipating my cocktail. - Tapas Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado