This place was great! Stopped by with a large group and they had no problem sitting all of us together and having separate checks. The drinks tasted great and service was fantastic. I joked with the waiter about turning on the Zombies song by the Cranberries when I ordered the drink and he did. I will definitely be back for happy hours before date nights in downtown Denver. read more

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This is one of my favorite craft cocktail bars on Larimer St. There is always something interesting on the menu. Occasionally, it will be a it weird (I tried a strange mushroom-themed cocktail with an onion garnish, which wasn't my thing), but 90% of the time, it will be excellent. The atmosphere is unpretentious, and it usually isn't too busy to find a spot to sit, so this is one of my go-to places. read more

Best of times and great prices. $10 for the Clawdron and I added Aperol for $5. Their photo booth is $5 so bring some cash read more

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Stumbled upon this cozy bar while waiting for reservations at Mister Oso and let me tell you, this place is phenomenal! Tucked in a very unassuming building on Larimer, once you enter the door you immediately know that craft drinks are this place's forte! The cozy wood backdrops against dimly lit booths and tables sets the perfect scene for the cocktail artistry that you'll receive. The bartenders not only look cool but they are! Very personable as they skillfully craft the perfect cocktail. Three words: Boy Meets Whiskey. A perfect cocktail made with Japanese Whiskey. When I'm back in Denver, this place will definitely be on my list to visit again! read more

First time here. I live in the neighborhood, and finally stopped in as the HH looked good. 2 wines for $6. HH is a good deal - but it's only from 5 to 6. The place is very loud. Loud Hip hop music made it's difficult to have a conversation with my friend. Added to that, the echo in the place is bad. We were eager to leave, so we didn't stay for dinner as planned. I prefer a more relaxing ambiance. read more

We ended up here to use our Passports, but realized neither of us were fans of the offered beverage, so we got a wine and an old fashioned! This place is very cool inside, the decor, not the temp, there was no AC and I was dying. They have a great patio in the back and some seating with an open wall to the street in the front. The staff were super friendly. Gabe, the bartender, might have become my new bestie. After requesting a liqueur she didn't have, she let us try some sherries and one of her fav cocktails. We also had the marinated olives which were so good! We'll definitely be back! read more

Bar Fausto offers a pretty standard RiNo cocktail bar environment. Hipster modern industrial design and some fancy beverages. First a disclaimer here: 1. Ambiance is more important to me in a watering hole than almost anything else. This ambiance can range from no frills dive bar to prohibition speakeasy to luxury hotel bar, but regardless... critical importance. And 2. I'm a fan of sitting *at* the bar. Zero desire to sit at a table... in a bar. I want to be where the action is, see my drink being made. I want that incandescent bar lighting to illuminate my drinking companions' faces as we converse. But we sat at a table, due to our party being on the larger side. In fact, it was too large to sit at the booth tables that line the wall, so we had to sit near the entrance, which I especially do not recommend. It was cold, poorly lit, and lonesome. Bar Fausto: I am here to tell you, you'd be better off without those front-most tables. But anyhow, I appreciated that we were checked on often by a server, and the drinks were quite good. They have a big menu of cocktails and other fun things, like fishbowls full of cocktail for sharing (or not, that's what Uber's for y'all). The photo booth in the front is $5 (too rich for my blood, but luckily I got to take part as my friends indulged in some photo-shenanigans). read more

Went here with hubby and friends and we each ordered various drinks and absolutely loved them all... there was one that was an orange dreamsicle with mezcal. I don't usually like mezcal but the way they crafted this drink.. it was a great use for it and it was delicious! Wish I remembered all the names but they were so unique and amazing. read more

Why yes, I would love to sample your smoked nuts. Oh my, they are quite smoky. You can taste to flavor in each and every nut that goes into your mouth. And I do agree, smoked nuts do add a certain je ne sais quois to a cocktail. read more

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Went for the first time with my girlfriend yesterday after I had walked past it a handful of times and really liked the look of the place. We both enjoyed our cocktails, thought that the outside seating area was nice and cozy, and really liked how it offered a more relaxed environment to sit around and enjoy each other's company. Service was great, we will be back for sure! read more

One of the best bars in Denver for very spirit-forward cocktails. If you prefer your drinks on the stiffer side and like whiskey -- this is your spot. #21, a cocktail which features bourbon washed in brown butter garnished with fresh sage, was absolute perfection. Their mezcal cocktail with cumin bitters (#56) was also amazing if you like smokey flavors. Both featured nice big blocks of ice to keep your drink cold but not overly diluted. Price point generally $10-12 per cocktail, which IMO very reasonable for the quality of their drinks (especially in comparison to the speakeasy places in town that are over-hyped and charge $15 for mediocrity ). read more

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Yes! Might be a new favorite go-to spot for cocktails. My husband and I have been here twice now, and it's just what we were looking for -- good, strong, fairly priced cocktails in a low-key (not pretentious or crowded) bar. My favorite is the #97, which is like a margarita with a hint of ginger. They have about 12 custom cocktails, with unique ingredients like pisco, mezcal, and Tra-kal, as well as a host of traditional cocktails on the menu (and of course a full bar for any cocktail you'd want). The bartender was happy to answer our questions about said unique ingredients, and even gave us small tastes of a couple of the unique liquors. Even on a Saturday night in June around 10pm, the place was lively and busy but not crowded, and we easily got seats at the bar. I love that the back wall looks like a '90s roller rink, with painted stripes on the concrete wall. It feels like your neighborhood bar, if your neighborhood bar makes great cocktails and feels cool without trying too hard. read more

Not a fan of the bar tender.. he was off putting and rude we decided to go else where for drinks after the first round after talking to him. The drinks were alright and happy hour was average but he was rude. I would pass on this place read more

Quick little update: still love this place. So much. I came here this past Sunday evening for their holiday pop up, and I just can't get over how supportive and collaborative the creative community is here in Denver (it gives me all the feels). There were some local gems at the market and I went home with 99% of my holiday shopping finished. Wknd Chocolate, My Favourite Colour Studio, Animal Handmade, Banshee Press, and Mountains vs Plains were just a few of the artisans in attendance. The pop up was small compared to some of Denver's other holiday markets, but super intimate and manageable for those who attended. The snowy Sunday night plus drink-in-hand vibes were the perfect way to finish up my holiday shopping. Speaking of drinks in hands, I have found my new winter cocktail! Fausto's new seasonal menu has arrived, and the #32 with rum, sherry, and campari is equal parts festive and boozy. If you're feeling hungry, might I suggest the smoked trout bruschetta with radishes, roe, dill, and lemon zest? (It's all sorts of amazing.) I'll be back soon for a #32 and to try the fernet branca soft serve, because whattttt??! read more

Bar Fausto is quickly becoming one of my favorite neighborhood spots. It's a cocktail bar first with a non-fussy menu of lighter Italian fare for snacking (or a full meal, if that's what you're feeling). It's "seat yourself" casual but you can get as fancy as you want. The cocktail list is huge, but my standby is the Ramos Gin Fizz. I first encountered this classic, labor intensive egg white cocktail in NOLA and Fausto's stands up to the best of them. I also enjoy their ever-changing bruschettas for snacking as well as the radish and butter small plate. There are some decent, hearty salads as well. Most notable is their recent add of the 1st Avenue Sangria to the happy hour menu. If you were lucky enough to remember/patron Sketch on 1st and Broadway (shared an owner/building with El Diablo and eventually the whole building was condemned), then it is likely that you've had this sangria before (a couple of the guys who worked at Sketch are now at Fausto and brought the super secret sangria recipes with them!). At happy hour it is $6 and just one will get you plenty buzzed. I'm partial to the white version made with gin, vodka, and lots of booze soaked pineapple. My husband and I moved from the Baker/Speer area to the RiNo/Cole hood five years ago and always lamented our loss of a great bar in Sketch and their night-ending sangria. Turns out if you wait long enough, the sangria will come to you! read more

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Yummy drinks and the best staff!! We live closeby and come here alllll the time. The ambience is also amazing at night, with the cute little booths and dim lighting. read more

It's a new place, so rather than go with something unusual, I decided to test Bar Fausto with an old standard. I ordered a Manhattan. It was a very good Manhattan. If size matters to you, I'll let you know that it was a generous Manhattan. The glassware was cool. My husband declared his cocktail (one of the numbered specials--#9) the best drink he's had since we moved back to Colorado two years ago. That's high praise, because we've had some really great cocktails in Denver. We took note of the drink for the future; they'll change the specials (adding new numbers) but will keep them on record for special requests, we were told. We ordered the mushroom pate bruschetta, and it was delicious. Pate, fresh mushrooms, and pea tendrils on good toast. Fantastic. I was excited to see radishes with butter & salt on the menu; they're a favorite cocktail snack in my household. The room is simple and stylish. The music (an old-school hip hop and pop mix) was fun. Staff are friendly and happy to talk about the menu and their drinks. We asked about a particular spirit, and the bartender chatted about it with us. He even offered to make us a cocktail highlighting it. I'll be back. Often. read more

I love this bar! Bar Fausto is beautiful, the staff is always attentive, and the drinks are always delish. It's definitely a cocktail bar in RiNo, but it's kind of farther down so it tends to get less traffic (or so it seems the times I've been). It was a great first date spot! The drinks are pricey, which is why it's not somewhere I go easily, but I've always been impressed. The drinks tend to take a little long to prep, but I'm for it if it means I'm getting a really solid cocktail. I always have a great interaction with the wait staff, they are always so knowledgeable and able to help me pick the best drinks. The service is fantastic. Parking is RiNo, so it's a free for all, but I have never had any issues. read more

Amazing outdoor patio for quarantine summer! They have great COVID safety protocols in place. Tasty cocktails and good vibes. Will be our new neighborhood go-to. read more

This was a block away from our AirbNb so we meandered in one evening. It wasn't too busy for a Friday night, though it did pick up closer to midnight. The atmosphere is great! I loved it. Definitely my style, my vibe. The server was not very kind. She was sweet to my husband... but she was curt with me and she obviously thought I was a pain in the ass.... for asking her to wipe our dirty table. The first interaction, already off on the wrong foot. I ordered a drink on their speciality list, French 75. That's a standard bar drink. Flat champagne, wrong proportions. I didnt even drink it all. My husband threw me under the bus and we ordered a cucumber gin gimlet. I don't think the bartender had ever made a gimlet, lol. It was absolutely gross. I was done. Two poor drinks, not trying a third, lol. My husband asked them to remake the gkmlet, against my very strong verbal desire of "no". It was pure lime juice. No mixer, no alcohol, no cucumber, pure lime juice. He ordered a Manhattan and loved it! I would return to try a new server and bartender out. read more

This is a cute little neighborhood bar. I came in for a drink while I was waiting on my guy to finish a business meeting. I took a seat at the end of the bar and was greeted by someone who was working from the other end of the bar. Me and my one margarita had excellent service. This is a cute little neighborhood date spot with a hip atmosphere, and cozy little booths, but little to offer on their menu. read more

This place rocks! Speedy staff, great selection of cocktails, and they even carry the ever so popular Natty Lite. The decor makes me feel as if I'm floating in a Wes Anderson film. Oh, wait. I'm just on drugs. Either way, rad spot read more

This is a solid bar that was vaguely on my radar for some time. I don't get down to this area of town too often so I knew I would have to almost stumble upon it to actually go. Location/Decor: Is RiNo awesome or is it just me? Pro to this places location is more street parking is available. Con to this place is that in comparison to some other spots it is kind off the beaten path. Swanky and very cool! I loved the photo booth at the front - very nice touch. We sat at the street facing bar which made the people watching very entertaining. I will say though that I felt like we were missing something because the vast majority of the crowds were in the belly of the business. Drinks: I had just one drink here - a Manhattan and is was average plus in my opinion. My girlfriend had a Mai Tai that I thought was not very good - too tart believe it or not. Finally, my husband had a gin and soda so basically they can't screw that up. Staff: I didn't have too much interaction with the staff but the young man who helped our section was amazing and totally on the ball. Overall, Bar Fausto is a great option if in the neighborhood - it's trendy and as we all know the kids like that!!!! read more

Well-managed folks, drinks are still excellent post covid. Thank you very much for doing your best to open up we will be here next weekend.

Thanks for signing up on Door Dash, having me place my order, and then telling my driver you don't actually do door dash once I can't cancel my order anymore. read more

So happy y'all are back and better than ever! I feel very safe because of their COVID protocol and even better that Fabio has joined us at our favorite neighborhood bar read more

I'd give negative stars if I could. The bouncer is incredibly rude and confrontational, made us feel unsafe. He ruined our entire night and was on a power trip. Bar Fausto was better. Absolutely wouldn't return, and we were excited to give it a try. read more

We frequent here quite a bit when we a looking for a chill vibe. Their drinks are good and the prices are reasonable. I do miss the hotdogs they sold since those were so so good. In place of the hotdogs, they added a small kitchen to the end of the bar which sells some lighter foods. I wouldn't consider it bar food but we tried a few and they were tasty. The people behind the bar and now kitchen have always been super nice. We will continue returning here! read more

Love, love this place! Its hip with a very cool industrial feel. We haven't tried the food yet...but the drinks are excellent. Service is always top notch ..Christina is the best! !! The drinks are numbered ..#17 and #21 are our Favs ! read more

Gold Point - Oooo my # 28 made by my fav Christina...but wait they are all good and soooooo cute!! Check it out its our all time place to hang out - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I can't say enough good about it here! Went in for my first time this past weekend for a quick pre-game before heading out into the night. Soft-scrambled egg, lobster and caviar bruschetta - check! One of the best things I have eaten in awhile and reminded me of the most perfect egg dish I ever ate in Cambridge, MA. Thank you!!! Oh and it was actually seasoned to perfection. Salt is not the total enemy... others could learn from this. Cocktail was delicious and made just for me with what sounded good. Thank you! Spot was open at the bar. Yay! I was greeted on the way in and out. I was given water right away - boom! I was offered assistance by two people while I was trying to decide. Friendly and not aloof! What?! And it just felt good in there. I'm a fan! read more

Gold Point - Soft scrambled eggs, lobster and caviar bruschetta - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Love the staff here, special drinks are always fun and creative. The environment is cozy--photo booth, patio seating (bar service sometimes on patio as well which is nice), lots of different seating options inside for different group sizes. Maybe not a HUGE unexpected group kind of place (i.e. wedding party without calling ahead) but an awesome spot to stop in for a few drinks with friends. read more

Wow, this place knows how to throw a party! Attended a private event here where 5 bartenders competed for a title using a top brand of whisky. It was a blast! The people were pouring in, drinks were flowing, and good times all around. A cute, intimate atmosphere, perfect for a private party or small get together with friends! read more

We always loved Bar Fausto and think that Gold Point is even better! The drink menu has a super wide range of great looking cocktails, cheap beers, and wines to serve all types of palates. Truly, you'll see some people getting really nice cocktails next to a group that's ordered the White Claw fishbowl (its a thing)! The service is great, food options are plentiful and inexpensive, and the overall atmosphere makes you want to linger for a bit. Excited to see what they do with the patio, as I know they have plans for that space! Excited this spot has opened. read more

Great cocktails, great food, great conversation. I had, you guessed it, a great time. You can sit at the bar, at tables, of with a view of the happenings on Larimer on a beautiful, clear Denver evening. read more

This is my first time here, and first time going out in RiNo. Have to say, the neighborhood reminds me of Gowanus, Brooklyn (in a good way) and so does this bar. Cocktail selection looks solid. I'm here for happy hour and it's well priced. In short, I'll be back. read more

This is a great spot, especially for happy hour! We were looking for a drink yo kill some time before an event, but most places were way too crowded. Bar Fausto wasn't dead, by any means, just super chill and exactly what wr were looking for. read more

Sometimes life calls for a mid-week happy hour. Today, Bar Fausto was pleased to provide just what we needed! This is a small (but not too small), locally owned place in an area of town where more and more good things are happening. It has a hipster feel, but it's quiet enough to easily have a conversation. The decor is a mix of ikea-type furnishings, punk rock bathrooms, and old school bowling alley stripes on the wall. Oddly enough, it works! If you are wondering about the name, as I was, Fausto is an Italian bicyclist. There isn't really a bicycle theme going on, though, but who cares. The drinks are great. I tried our waitress's favorite happy hour drink, the CioCiaro. It's likely to become my favorite, too. My friend who had the gin and house-made tonic raved about it. And the tomatoes on the bruschetta were so flavorful it was hard to believe they were real. Overall a solid find, and sure to attract a crowd! read more

Gold Point - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

On my short trip to Denver I had time to enjoy a night out. My first stop was Bar Fausto. I had a delicious and well made Cocktail with Hendricks Gin from the drink menu. The Bartender has some serious mixing skills, She made us some complex mixed drinks. My co-worker ordered a customized cocktail. The resulting Cocktail, he did not like so I ended up with it, I enjoyed it very much, but not sure of what was in it. After the opening act Fausto drinks, I strolled and had Dinner down the road at a recommended Restaurant. We decided for a return nightcap to Bar Fausto. The mixing art skills, done by the professional staff with the amazing Scorpion Tattoo. When in Denver, need to chill out, enjoy some delicious Bar Fausto foods, and check out a rare Liquor collection, this Bar rocks, and it feels like home away from home! read more

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Really cool cocktail bar with a very surprising good menu. Everything looked great so it was hard to choose. We ended up getting the daily bruschetta, arancinis and the lasagna. I didn't really care for the sauce, and maybe I'm biased since I'm from NY and there is a huge Italian population where I'm from but none the less didn't really care for the sauce. Other than that the service was great and it was a relaxing place to hang out for happy hour read more

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Stopped into Bar Fausto for a casual date night with my husband and was thrilled with how cozy/intimate the space was and how well-prepared the drinks/food were! We were greeted immediately, served drinks and the daily bruschetta -- $6 during happy hour -- and taken great care of the entire time we were there. We went on to order the salmon dip, smoked nuts and roman gnocchi with short rib and it was all fantastic. Though the space has more of a bar feel, I was pleasantly surprised by how good all the food was! Since we were there during happy hour, we both grabbed drinks from that menu, but I can't wait to go back and try one of their original cocktails. read more