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Punch Bowl Social

3.6 (1.4k reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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They have a huge bar with plenty of seating
Rhonda M.

Today I decided to try Punchbowl social for happy hour. I've been seeing some interesting activities that I may want to participate in and so I was looking at their events and saw their happy hour menu with five dollar drinks and some appetizers for anywhere from five to $10 a plate. I decided to splurge and spend $10 on Nachos. When I got there at about 430 it was pretty empty. One thing I really enjoyed was the games on the table so while you waited, you could play a board game or cards by yourself or with friends. It was refreshing to get out of my phone for a little while today. I was greeted and seated immediately. All of the White staff acknowledged me. My waiter was fast and friendly despite receiving more tables while I was sitting there. My nachos were abundant. I got vegetarian nachos and I wasn't missing a thing. They were fabulous. I got an unsweet iced tea with lime and it hit the spot and the refills were excellent for a hot day like today. I will definitely be back for happy hour. They have happy hour from 4 to 6 on weekdays and all day on Mondays.

Street Tacos
Caroline L.

We had a great experience this evening at Punchbowl Social. Happy hour prices go all day Monday and are incredibly reasonable ($5 for a few different special cocktails and $5 well drink cocktails!). I tried the Knockoff Burger and really enjoyed it - one of the first GOOD smashburgers I've had in Denver. The sauce definitely helped, and I added some other seasoning because I felt the burger could've been a little better seasoned. The fries are great though! Drinks were good too. The carne asada street tacos were also excellent. Our service was prompt and our server was great!

Marissa F.

We went on Thursday just shortly after opening and the restaurant was pretty quiet. There was one server working so she was definitely running around and had her hands full. We ordered nonalcoholic drinks to start and they were all delicious. I had the ginger tea lemonade I think. We had also ordered the coconut drink and the strawberry lemonade. All were delish. We ordered a few appetizers to start. It's including the potato and cheese taquito, the queso mozzarella sticks. the potato and cheese taquito was weird. It was potatoes and American cheese, which I don't know you don't typically see that on the menu the sauce the green sauce that it came with was really good. The red was a little spicy, but overall the taquito just felt strange on the menu I felt like the mozzarella sticks needed to be a little bit hotter in case so you can't go wrong with queso. For an entrée, two of us ordered the chicken and waffles one ordered a burger and then two ordered the steak. The steak looked good just very large. It's a very large portion. The burger comes as a double patty. I don't know why there's no single Patty option on the menu and then the waitress seemed confused on how to remove the second Patty on the system, but it just seems like you should have the option for a single Patty. The chicken and waffles was decent. The syrup came already on top of the waffle. I feel like I would've liked it more if it was a either on the side or be drizzled over the chicken as well. It had a little spicy kick to it, which was nice and strawberries and like chives on top, but the dish felt heavy overall and it was very huge. I definitely did not finish it and it didn't really seem like it would heat up well because the syrup had already soaked into the waffle that was sitting under the chicken.

Jenifer M.

I didn't eat here although I would love to go back and spend more time here. This venue has a lot of fun offerings- bowling, arcade, karaoke. We only bowled but we got two alleys next to each other and really enjoyed ourselves. No complaints. Staff were friendly and helpful. Id like to go back and try more. Pretty setting too.

Missing flipper button
Brian D.

Came here to play pinball. All games are on a card system that require you to fill up $10-$20. Games are in poor functioning condition, broken switches, flippers that don't work. Waste of my $20. To Punch Bowl Social, find yourself a new games operator. These games are a blight.

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Shari S.

Visited for a team building outing with some of my work team. The prices are pretty standard for drinks. Service was attentive without being overbearing. This is a huge space with multiple seating areas and activities. We had the taco platter, which was large enough to share with the 6 of us.

Melanie T.

We had an hour wait at Makfam so we decided to go to Punch Bowl to stay warm and go for drinks. This place is pretty big with a small parking lot. There are lots of tables and things to do like bowl. They have a nice selection of non alcoholic drinks as well. Service is very attentive and quick. I ordered the strawberry palmer and it was quite delicious. I enjoyed it. It tasted like strawberries. Wasn't too sweet or tangy - a nice blend of the two.

Highway 66 hibiscus  SO GOOD
Julie W.

Some INCREDIBLE mozzarella sticks and goood drinks. 10/10 recommend highway 66 hibiscus.

David G.

After having a so so meal across the street we decided to bowl , dart and drink....not necessarily in that order. It was a really fun time Great vibe and friendly service. Drinks and snacks were good. Added bonus of a parking lot in front. This place would be great with a big party of partially imbibed participants.

Horchata Rum Fresca
Jennie S.

This place was awesome! They have games you can play like Jenga, Skee Ball, Pool, Bowling and more! We got drinks and dinner and the service was friendly and fast. After a certain time they do start only allowing 21+. So if you're younger keep that in mind. Over all the place was very nice, clean, and fun!

Half chicken
Kelly K.

I brought two buddies to Punch Bowl on a LOUD Friday night and it was poppin' during the NBA finals. There were no tables available downstairs so we were instructed to try first come first serve spots at the upstairs bar. Some rude guests were saving seats for "friends" who never showed up, but we grabbed another small table and stools for the 3 of us after 10 minutes or so. We ordered both drinks and food from the bartenders. Didn't have to wait too long for draft beers. The food came out by a waitress but she didn't bring any silverware for our 3 dishes so I asked for some. A couple minutes later she crossed by our table again and said she was on she'd be right back with some. We waited about 10 more minutes and she never returned -- I'm actually quite concerned, her missing photo might be on a milk carton right now. Someone check on that poor girl. I eventually went up to the bar and grabbed 3 sets of napkins/silverware... sometimes the simplest most obvious needs can be needlessly complicated. I got the "chicken under a brick" for $20, which was a half roasted chicken on top of semi-sweet hummus spread, a few roasted carrots, and a little herb salad. There were some tasty flavors, but I was ultimately underwhelmed. There wasn't much meat for a half chicken, and it tasted like something was missing, perhaps something green or salty. I'd recommend PBS for a fun date night, they have so much room for activities and just about every game you can think of from bowling to ping pong to skeeball and many more. However, if you want more than drinks and games, temper expectations for service and food.

Main bowling lanes
Bennett P.

First time here despite being only a few blocks from my house in the Baker neighborhood. Quite a large space with a front dining room and bar, a separate circular bar, 8 bowling lanes, a dartboard area, arcade machines, photo space, and multiple small rooms to be reserved. I sat at the circular bar. Multiple TV screens showing sport games some with texting messages. Large menu for food and drinks. I started with a Old Fashioned made with Rittenhouse rye whiskey. The drink looked short. I asked the bartender and he said this was a 2 oz pour for $12!! It had a large ice cube which is standard, but the glass could barely hold it. It was appropriately strong. I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich with Rosemary fries. The regular side would be sweet potato or regular fries, but the rosemary fries had a $1 upcharge. Ok. Sandwich was very good with crisp bacon. While waiting for my food, a staff person laid out happy hour menus (4-6pm Mon-Fri) at 415pm. I had arrived at 330pm. They started shift change at about 420pm. I noticed the happy hour Old Fashioned was priced at $5. So I ordered another one. A big surprise. Much more alcohol, like 6 oz for less than half the regular price. I watched a bartender do direct pours into glasses without using a jigger, so very easy to underpour and overpour drinks. Another surprise when I got my check. I expected a $12 & $5 charge for my two drinks, but was charged only $10 for both. This is a management issue. I walked around afterwards. Good prices for bowling with reduced rates including shoes Mon-Thur and after 6pm otherwise. Plenty of arcade machines, electronic dartboards, a photo wall/booth and vending machines to play the games. In the back next to the main bowling lanes, I saw a sign referring to the Mezzanine bar. I went up a flight of stairs to a 3rd bar with pool tables. I looked, but no elevator. I saw a sign saying their New Years Eve party was $40 in advance or $60 same day. Seemed a bit steep considering the service I saw.

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Megan is the actual best server and person ever!!! She was so attentive, friendly, and fun! Oh yeah, the food was delish too

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11 months ago

We brought a group of 30 in, and they were so on top of it!!! Great service, and a super fun place to hang out.

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Went here for a bowling bday party. Has a few vegetarian options. Fun games and atmosphere--great for a group event.

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STAY AWAY FROM MOZZ STICKS!! Taste like dog food. Kylie our server was awesome though!

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Jonathan is cutest and best server at punch bowl! He knew all my needs before I did! I will definitely be coming back soon!

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Would this be a fun place for a 21st birthday, and should I make a reservation?

Yes & yes. May want to rent a lane for part of the gathering.

What time does the kitchen close?

Coming in from out of town...Is this a family friendly place during a weekday in the daytime? (Have 2 boys ages 11 and 14)

Hi Lizett! We are family friendly and all ages until 10pm. After 10 pm we are 21+. Hope to see you when you visit Denver!

Do they have bottomless mimosas on Sunday?

Hi Emmy! We do not offer bottomless mimosas, however we do have various flavors of Mimosas in our punchbowls that will serve up to 8 people!

Are people under 21 allowed?

Yes, but only until 10pm. Past that's its 21 and over.

What nights do you have Karaoke?

You can sing your heart out in our Karaoke rooms all day and all night, from open to close!

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Bradford took excellent care of us, Supreme service, great drinks, good food and a fun atmosphere.

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