I will be upfront. I read Westword's Best Burgers for 2026, and that was the only way I ended up…read morehere. BUT, my yearning for the burger served in the previous spot as Twansburger, now served by Pit Field BBQ, at The Galley, located in Finn's Manor (I would be happy to flowchart this search) was MORE than satisfactory. It was epic. GREAT outdoor area, and, if it is hot, fantastic, almost too cold, AC inside area. Anthony was my bartender, and was perfect for efficiency, personality, and...just being cool. Loved my bar experience. I will get to the burger in a second, but let me just tell you IPA drinkers that I rank all IPA's. I do West Coast, non-hazy ones, and have a list. A LONG list. Full Frame Plants was literally one of my favorite IPA's EVER. Highlighted in fancy colors on my list of hundreds of beers. Cool bar area, other beers besides the one that I picked, and a great venue overall. Now, to the magical burger. It is in a food truck, and Pablo was who I ordered through for the quick trip. He was cordial, knowledgeable, efficient, and...cooked a damn good burger. I threw it in as #10 all time, my list is fluid, but, like the college football rankings, can't just go from unranked to #1. You have to work your way up, but I WILL say the good impression was made on my taste buds. I also recommend the parmesan fries if you need a side. And just listen to Pablo and get the "fry sauce" if you need something to dip them in. I can't believe that the most dimly lit, worst pic I took of this place WAS the burger, but I think I was a little too excited to just EAT it. My bad. Trust me. It looked great. Energy was great here, the people were flocking in after I was the first person there, and I highly recommend this place...and the BURGER (and the Full Frame BEER)...see you there...

Came here for the Pliny the younger tapping!!! Super good spot!! Food truck, happy staff and great…read moredrink options! I usually skip this place, but definitely going to come back. Also, this place usually draws a huge night crowd if you're into it!!! Huge outdoor area, well covered and heated!

High end cocktail bar nestled across from Mission Ballroom…read more The owners, a husband and wife duo, are industry pros that are held in high regard in the community. Their latest venture is a passion project close to their hearts. I visited on an off night with crappy weather and no show across the street. It was quiet, but I really enjoyed my experience. The menu is driven by culinary flavors. If some of the cocktails sound too bold or daring for you, the bartenders can whip up anything you want. The menu pays homage to other great cocktail bars nationwide. On a chilly, rainy night whiskey was calling my name. Hell, it's always calling my name. I got their take on a Manhattan, while the other was a banana-bready Old Fashioned. Both were excellent, standing up to the finest bars in Denver. Their curated vinyl selection and set up is so damn cool. The records are actually the owners personal collection. They like all types of music, and you'll see a big influence of outlaw country artists. Peach Crease has the elegance of the swankiest retro cocktail bars around, but with a country twang and a denim jacket in tow. Beautiful build out, wonderful execution, talented bartenders. Prices are higher than the average bar, and the kindness of the servers matches the price point. Even if you're not going to a show at Mission, Peach Crease is worth checking out.

Really excellent spot to grab cocktails and a snack before or after seeing a show at Mission…read moreBallroom, or just anytime really. Service is always so welcoming and the staff do an excellent job of anticipating needs and creating the right vibes for such a beautiful space. Highly recommend.

Located right behind Denver beer company, this is a cute spot to grab a bite and a drink while…read morecatching up with friends. Not too many tables inside, as it's a bit narrow but we didn't feel too crowded. I ordered the non alcoholic Oh Mai (5/5) and enjoyed the creaminess of the coconut with the acidity from the pineapple. The garlic fries were crispy (4/5) and you get a decent amount, even at HH. We tried the pierogies (4/5) and I enjoyed this more than I thought. The pickled cabbage definitely enhanced the dish. I also tried the bisque (3/5) and although it was good, it was a bit on the salty side. Ok to try but not at the top of my list.

This place is so cute! I love the vibe inside with all the plants. I went during happy hour and…read moretried the watermelon basil margarita which was delicious. Our server was super sweet, excited to go back!

I love the Yacht Club! It's a quaint bar in Denver's Five-Points/Cole neighborhood and has…read moreexcellent, speciality cocktails and randomly, delicious franks. Friendly servers greet you upon entering. Not sure what to order? Your server will guide you in the right direction. Yacht Club has been on numerous "must-go" lists including Denver's Westword and North America's 50 Best Bars. After visiting, I highly recommend dropping in to the Yacht Club. Recommended cocktails from me include the Banana Daiquiri and Changes in Attitude. The Lorraine hot dog is a must as well. Check the Franks menu as they have combo deals at times. Yacht Club is a great place for a good time at a reasonable price.

Cool little cocktail bar in Cole neighborhood next to a French restaurant Brasserie Brixton…read more There's no sign or anything just a door guy outside checking ID's before heading. My buddy and came here on a Saturday night around 1030ish pm and the place was happening. You can't tell from the outside because the windows were tinted. Luckily for there was an open space at the bar. We ordered a couple Old Fashioned and Mezcal Margarita with was fantastic. The Old Fashioned wasn't that sweet just how i like it. The vibe was great, everyone seems to be having a great time including us. The bartender was fantastic ask well. The only food they serve here is hot dogs. Which in my opinion was fantastic. We ordered few dogs to-go. All dogs were made to order. We got The Lorraine Dog and The Caviar Dog. Each bite the dog had a nice snap to it. Overall, we had a good fun time there and the best part, it was just a 5 minute walk from our Airbnb.

I have a weakness for a great whiskey bar. My wallet knows it. My liver knows it. My wife…read moredefinitely knows it. Sometimes I show up hunting for rare pours. Other times I'm just in the mood for a cocktail that reminds me why I don't waste my time at places that think whiskey and cola is "craft." This visit was all about the cocktails, and Seven Grand absolutely delivered. Josh, our bartender, was running the room like a conductor leading an orchestra of happy whiskey drinkers. He asked what we liked, made a couple of recommendations for Old Fashioneds based on our preferences, and absolutely nailed it. Every drink was balanced, flavorful, and dangerously easy to sip. The guy knows his whiskey, knows his cocktails, and somehow still manages to make everyone at the bar feel like they're his only customer. The whiskey selection is enough to make a bourbon nerd lose all sense of financial responsibility, but surprisingly, we escaped without needing to refinance the house. If Josh doesn't own Seven Grand, someone should probably look into fixing that. Until then, I'll keep showing up to "try just one drink"... knowing full well that's a lie I tell myself every single time. Highly recommend. Just don't blame me when two hours mysteriously disappear.

Loved the selections with 800+ bottles to choose from! Knowledgeable staff and friendly…read moreatmosphere. Great cigar selection too! Definitely will be back.

Delicious cocktails and a welcoming atmosphere!…read more My partner and I started with the Bubbly Barker, a lavender-lemon twist on a classic gin and tonic, and the Strawberry Pupsour, made with fresh lemon, strawberry syrup, and a foamy egg white. We asked the bartender to surprise us with the next round of drinks. Each drink was expertly balanced, with the Strawberry Pupsour being my favorite. All cocktails are crafted with Spirit Hound liquor, resulting in bright, flavorful drinks that range from light to sweet. We visited on a Friday and caught their stand-up comedy night! They also host game nights, cocktail classes, clothing swaps, and more.

Fun place in general, local craft distillery making great single barrel spirits. Today was a super…read morecool mixology cocktail class. Reviewing the history of Spirit Hound and their unique approach to making great quality products. Excellent class taught by an excellent and fun flexible experienced bartender. Absolutely recommend this class and this place

Our server was super chill and helpful, setting the tone right away. This place isn't technically…read morevibey, but somehow still works. Our server was super cool and helpful, which instantly made the experience better. The inside is low-lit and chill, with a relaxed atmosphere. Our group sat at the bar, where the back wall features a giant octopus mural, it seriously looked like we were inside a sunken ship with an octopus smashed against the glass, staring at us while we drank. Trippy and hilarious. They've got a full bar with a great selection of craft beers on tap. The outdoor patio is huge, with fire pits and what looked like dart boards or some kind of game area. Plenty of space to chill both indoors and out. The coolest touch? The glowing red bar top made entirely out of dice. Yup, actual die. Super unique and eye-catching. There's also a fun late night food menu featuring quesadillas and a trio of grilled cheeses, all served with a bag of Hawaiian Maui Sweet Onion chips and three bottles of mystery dipping sauces. Here's the twist: the sauces are fire. Red: like a marinara with basil First yellow: zesty whole grain mustard Second yellow: banana jalapeño-style ketchup (sounds weird, but it works) All of them are surprisingly flavorful and elevate the whole snack situation.

This place is a must visit. Such a great and unique vibe. The owners and staff and absolutely the…read morebest. This is a must visit bar if you are in Denver.

A speakeasy inside a cocktail bar - I'm absolutely going!…read more Heard through a birdie that they have cherry blossom theme going on and that they open just for 2 months so ofcourse we wanted to see what this place is all about! This is an intimate speakeasy with limited seating so we did have to wait to get a table for 4 people. They had a full on cherry blossom theme - from the ambience, drinks to the bar snacks! Drinks were delicious and I actually enjoyed the spicy popcorn they had ( I am not a popcorn fan typically). Also, one of our friends is passionate about Japanese whiskey which he found here. Hope they come up with more themes in the future!

Speakeasy in the Ramble Hotel, upstairs from the lobby. Same owners as Death & Co. The name comes…read morefrom the cross streets of their east village location, and it feels much more like that bar. Dimly lit, quiet, large dark furniture. The bar manager, Dave, came from the east village location. Intentional drinks, really crafted well. Kind service, gave us some champagne for a toast as we were there on my husbands birthday. You can order form their menu which changes regularly, or off menu.