4.5 stars. I'm newly obsessed with this whiskey bar, and it's open late! Even on Sundays. It would be a 5-star experience if it weren't so insanely packed when it's busy. I came here with a few friends and ordered a Veruca Salt Special. We stood around and enjoyed our strong cocktails. Don't worry - there's cheap beer in case you get dragged here by your whiskey lover friends. read more

High Lonesome is as close as you can get to the textbook definition of a neighborhood bar. I like the name, I dig the vibes, and it's one of those places that can appease any type of bar rat. Located in the Highlands on Navajo, set foot in a laid back and casual atmosphere. It's divey, has a pool table and a jukebox. You're here for a good time, so drink up. Cheap beers in bottles and a really nice selection of whiskies. The fact you have the option to order a made to order, hand crafted cocktail or a cheap beer resonates with me. My only qualm with this place is that is usually takes me a million years to get a drink. I've been here half a dozen times and I don't know if it's just bad luck on my end, but I've had to wait at the bar for a long time. The bartenders work hard and sometimes are dealing with rowdy patrons, I've just been skipped a handful of times. Won't stop me from coming back, just my experience! For cocktails, you can't go wrong with their house old fashioned or negroni. Or even their Japanese whiskey highballs. They do have a rotating selection of house cocktails too that I've had previously and enjoyed. For beers, I love that they have Coors Banquet, Hamms, Lone Star and Miller High Life for $4. They also boast some great local ales for only a few bucks more. Great neighborhood bar. Should be in the rotation more often. Bring your crew and saddle up for a fun night at High Lonesome. read more

The High Lonesome - $4 Lone Star - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The High Lonesome is a neighborhood bar that has been around for 8 years. A bison overlooks the patrons from the bar with a great selection of whiskey and other spirits. Bartenders are super friendly and greet you when you walk in the door. They have a rotating list of cocktails based on the season as well as a large selection of beer. My favorite, though, is their House Old Fashioned. Usually $10 on their regular menu but also on special frequently. A smooth yet boozy blend of a dash of bitters, simple syrup, orange peel that is twisted into the cocktail, and whiskey poured over a cube of ice. Perfection. read more

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Favorite cocktail bar in LoHi! Very mellow atmosphere partnered with a dim cowboy saloon vibe. The space itself is quite small with maybe a dozen 2-4 top tables, medium sized bar top, and one pool table. They have a fantastic eclectic selection on draft with a deep selection of spirits. Service is friendly and direct. I appreciate that HL keeps a few classic cocktails set aside for a more affordable price. Plus Happy hour all day on Mondays. 4-7pm normally I believe. read more

Very nice and knowledgeable mixologist with great liquor selection. Cozy and friendly bar in the neighborhood.

High Lonesome is one of the best establishments in Denver. Hands down. They consistently don't disappoint with service, quality drinks, and genuine hospitality. An O.G. staple. 12343976385 out of 10. read more

Cozy drinks spot that I WOULD visit again. Perfect for chilling at the bar top with a friend.

We came here Friday night with a group and sat at a table. The bar was pretty busy, and as the night went on, it took longer to get a drink. Despite the crowd, the bartender was very friendly and accommodating. I absolutely loved the Caballo Diablo--it was so good I ended up having two. read more

I have never felt so ostracized in my life. I asked the bartender for a charger and he proceeded to ask if the two gay men behind me were "my friends". When i said yes, he responded with "yeahhhh... i don't have a charger" as we were looking directly at the charger. We then had SEVERAL people come up to us pointing out that he was intensely staring at us. Mind you we are all four visibly queer. I made eye contact while he was staring at one point, and he started to laugh at me. I can not make this stuff up. I have been here many times and have never felt so so uncomfortable and unwelcome. There is a difference between being discriminated against and hearing about discriminated against. Many times, some sort of alternative explanation is given. And at first, i did NOT assume that he was being hateful. My first thought was that he was having a bad day. Until he interacted with every other customer as if he knew they were going to tip him extremely well. But when it came to us, he was hateful and disgusting. He stared at us periodically the ENTIRE time that we were there, with no shame or guilt. Two of us left the bar prematurely to go home because we felt so incredibly uncomfortable. It was unacceptable and disgusting. I hope you guys call for some change. We live in Denver in 2025??? read more

Hip little bar in the highlands. Great place to stop for a date night or to grab a tasty cocktail. Ambiance is kinda dark and pretty chill but I enjoyed having a couple drinks at the bar before our dinner reservation. read more

The High Lonesome - Sunday Funday! - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

One of the best bars in Lohi. I've never lived in the area but I'll always drive down to come get a beer/shot combo and play some pool. Great bar if you do live around the area! read more

my glass was so dirty and smelled like literal YEAST, absolutely save ur money and skip this place. my man was mad af he had to buy me a drink here and i didn't like it . Save ur money and go somewhere else. read more

The High Lonesome - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Cute ambiance cocktail place with An amazing liquor selection. Feels more like a nice bar (pool and jukebox) versus something like Williams and graham I got their house old fashion which was okay, but a little watery imho. My wife got the Sazerac and it was perfect with a nice absinthe rinse and everything Overall a good experience and a great bar. Staff was really friendly read more

Cool spot! I love how this bar is just outside the madness of the LoHi scene which gives it a way more relaxed and casual vibe. The cocktails are great and boozy, the staff is chill and knowledgeable, and the decor is super casual and cool. Not a huge spot inside, but enough room for varied seating and a pool table. If you're a whiskey fan, they have you covered. If you're not, well, they have you covered too! read more

I usually am not one to leave reviews... but after driving 6.5 hour from Albuquerque my husband and myself had a hankering for an old fashioned. Of course, this establishment popped up! While the crowd wasn't what we were expecting the bartenders on this Friday evening outing made up for it in leaps and bounds. We will definitely be back in the future to chit chat with those lovely ladies behind the bar. read more

Looking for a cocktail bar without the ridiculous prices and pretentiousness? The High Lonesome is a great choice for you! The drinks are cheap and bartenders are cool. Plus they have a pool table for a $1.00/game and it seems like a good amount of people go there to play pool if that's your thing. Check it out! read more

An awesome place to meet old friends with excellent wait staff great prices and the perfect ambience. Highly recommended

Immediately loved the atmosphere of the bar. Drinks are great and the bar tender was attentive. Will be back when I'm in Denver! read more

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A fun little bar with a cozy atmosphere. My drink was not my absolute favorite but those I was with loved theirs! read more

The High Lonesome - Toasted marshmallow mezcal cocktail - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Awesome small bar. The bartenders are super cool and down to earth. Great drinks, music, vibe, and conversation. We stopped in here to kill an hour before our dinner reservations and so glad we did. Local feel all the way. Although they don't feature mocktails on their menu, they are totally willing to accommodate for designated drivers who want to also have a good time =). The mocktail was totally off menu, off the cuff, original, and, most importantly, delicious. I'll definitely stop by here again when I'm in the area. read more

This is one of my favorite places in Lohi seriously a hidden gem. Fun for pool and socializing there's normally really cute guys there as well. Also Christopher is a great bartender he will listen to what you like and make you something tasty read more

Worst espresso martini I've ever had. The bartender was behind the bar taking shots while I waited there for over 5 minutes to get served. Espresso martinis are suppose to have foam and espresso beans. Not garnished with a orange slice that looks like this for $13. Ambiance was nice but had a weird smell read more

The High Lonesome - Espresso martini - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Awesome small local bar in the Highlands. Cool vibe and cocktails were amazing. We judge a bar by how good their old-fashioned was and this one was perfect not too sweet and not too anything else. read more

Place is cool. Has good potential to be better. Nice atmosphere. It gets pretty loud... if you're looking for something different Bartenders were a little awkward. The Sazerac was awful but one of the house cocktails was really good. Can't recall which one. read more

In Denver visiting our son and his fiancé. We decided to stop by here. Great spot for an evening drink. Bartender's Service and attitude were excellent. read more

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If you're looking for a cocktail bar that is relaxed, unpretentious, not over priced and makes a great cocktail, you have found your spot. Bartenders are cool. Comfy chairs and a pool table ! read more

I've been here a few times; a couple times pre-Covid and again this past weekend. I love the atmosphere here! The drinks are tasty and the bartenders are cool. There is a pool table and jukebox for entertainment but it's definitely a place to hang out with friends over delicious drinks. It has a hole in the wall vibe without being trashy. I took a couple of friends here this past weekend and they said they would love to come back! read more

This is a little gem. Very small, but also nice little get away from the hustle and bustle of the other overrated big bar spots in the area. It's got more cocktail options than beer but they still have a good beer selection. It's dark inside, but I really enjoyed the ambiance. Very clean. If you are looking for a quaint spot, good drinks, with a few friends, or on a date, and not the drunken madness of the other bars, this is it. read more

The High Lonesome - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Some friends were meeting up here and I joined so I came in blind on what to expect. What I found was a hip whiskey bar with killer cocktails. A good barometer for me is how well they do an old fashioned. I'll tell you it was so good that I didn't even bother switching it up. Instead, I ordered three more! They were quick with the cocktails and made sure we all stayed hydrated with h2o. It was a busy Friday night which is great for business but not for indoor temps. I was shedding layers and was still sweating. I wasn't the only one either, but that was my only complaint. Great neighborhood bar with excellent drinks. read more

Really small bar, nothing too glamorous about it. But super affordable and super laid back. I read a lot of locals and same people come here. I can see that. It's just more chill. And no drama. I like that too! We will be back. read more

Listed under: bars to frequent if you live in the neighborhood, (very) dark places to take a date if you're trying to hide a blemish, solid spots for beer in a can + a bag of beer nuts. The High Lonesome has caught my eye a few times while strolling around this neighborhood, and I finally made a point to check it out last night. I super dig it! Vibe-wise, it's dark and moody and feels sort of like your cool friend who rides motorcycles would come here a lot. There's a pool table and a juke box in the back if you're the type who likes to partake in activities whilst drinking. Personally, I bellied up to the bar in the cool red chairs and sipped my fancy tequila cocktail (called Whore's Bath with lemon, lavender syrup, and an egg white). If fancy cocktails aren't your thing, they've got *A LOT* of fun beers--lots of local stuff, canned stuff, Lone Star in bottles. Got the munchies? They've got a pickled egg + pretzels special, plus hot dogs and beer nuts. Our bartender was a hip and very helpful (and also makes a dang good cocktail). We were here on a Thursday night and it was super quiet, with just a few locals popping in and out. I came here with two girlfriends, but would love to take my boyfriend for a night cap here soon. Glad I finally checked this gem out! read more

This bar adhered to all COVID-19 policies. Tables were socially distanced, staff wore masks, and staff wiped down every surface after a table left. I feel like this place is kind of unassuming from the outside, and then you walk in and it has a very vintage/NYC/cool vibe without all of the pretentiousness of a lot of the bars in Denver. They typically have a pool table and juke box in non-covid times, but they don't have them at the moment. Not sure if they'll return, but they would totally add to the vibe. Drinks were super yummy. They have beer and cocktails. The staff was super friendly! Poor Casey had 7 tables to serve and make drinks for, but he still found time to be super welcoming to every table there. We will definitely be back! read more

Finally mustered up the courage to try this bar out... it exceeded my expectations. Very friendly staff, the kind you could make friends with, being a regular. I'll be back again for sure! read more

Oh High Lonesome and you're boozy ways. If you don't know Andy, you should. He pours a killer cocktail and is a real genuine guy too. The space is intimate with comfy bar seats and plenty of tables too. They serve up a variety of booze and brews so there will be something for everyone. Their specialty though? Whiskey. Their food menu is tiny but you're welcome to bring in something to munch on. I've brought over the tots from next door many times. They just celebrated two years and I'm super impressed with how much they have accomplished. Glad they are thriving and can't wait to visit again and again. read more

If you're up for a wicked adventure filled with late nights, raunchy laughter, and drinks that'll make your grandma blush, this place is an absolute f**ing banger. Just remember to bring your sense of humor and a strong tolerance for disappointment. Trust me, you'll leave this place feeling wonderfully disoriented and questioning your life choices. It's an experience you simply can't miss. best bar in NW Denver, hands down. read more

A cool dive bar in a hip part of Denver. It's dark and minimalistic decor with a great whiskey and selection. There is a great pool table that's free to play. On Monday nights it is Happy Hour all day with $7 Old Fashions. There is minimal food (hot dog, beer nuts) but if you're looking for a dive bar and cool vibes, this is the place! read more

The High Lonesome - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Nicest people in Denver. Good drinks, fair prices, and absolutely amazing staff. I've moved away, but I will always have a place in my heart for the High Lonesome. Near and dear. Love you guys, always! read more

Best, cool bartenders anywhere. Tight fit, but it has a pool table and a warm atmosphere.

Glorious dive bar that takes pride in the simplicities of life, no frills. Grateful for places that root themselves in history and not try to be cool and hip. I'll take a finger of weller 12 please and sit in my corner to mind my own business. Cheers. read more

My favorite bar in the city. This is an old school, no frills style bar that is all about drinking, with a focus on quality. The cocktails are inventive and skillfully prepared, the prices are reasonable, and the staff is always on their game no matter how busy they might get. Beer selection is strong as well. The interior is small, cozy and dimly lit, which makes for a welcoming atmosphere, great for socializing. Juke box is filled with killer tunes to enhance the vibe. They don't serve food of any kind. It's all about the quality bartending experience here. read more