The fact that I have been coming to Traveling Mercies for the past couple of years and have not left them a review is absolutely criminal! I discovered Stanley Marketplace a few years back and this bar was such a magical hidden gem. I believe it used to be a 60s airline-themed bar until new owners took over and I was delighted by the new look and feel of the place. The moment you walk in it feels like you have found something special, tucked away on the third floor of Stanley; the only business you'll find on the floor. From the soft glow of the candles in the entry way, to the friendly servers and bartenders, something about this place instantly feels welcoming. It's a smaller and quaint space but I love the cozy vibe. There are a few different seating options, including bar seats and tables (for the tables I recommend a reservation as there are only a few and this place is usually popping after 4pm). My favorite spot is grabbing a high top seat by the window, as they usually leave the window cracked if the weather is nice and you have a great view of the sky, back patio, and soon-to-be park behind Stanley. The service is exceptional and you can tell right away the bartenders are both knowledgeable and accommodating, always trying to make sure they meet your preferences on drinks and food. It's an oyster bar and has small bites, but the real stars of the show are their amazing esoteric cocktails! Each drinks feels so unique and is creatively hand-crafted with a name that matches the ingredients and flavor profiles. I'm always so excited to see the presentation of the cocktail, as no two are alike. They also offer seasonal items so the drinks tend to be on-rotation, which is a fun way to try different concoctions, depending on the season. Whenever I am having a tough week, need to get away, or just want to relax and forget all the worries happening in my life, my go-to spot is Traveling Mercies. There's nothing like listening to their eclectic playlists, sipping a yummy and creative cocktail, while reading a good book. If you haven't already, please come check this unique bar out! I can guarantee you'll enjoy the experience. read more

Traveling Mercies - Seafood Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Traveling Mercies has quickly become one of my favorite spots in the Denver area. The cocktails are the standout here. Everything is well balanced, thoughtfully put together, and consistently impressive. There's a good mix of classic foundations with more creative twists, and it all works. The food holds its own too. The oysters are always fresh and well shucked, and the smaller bites are just as strong. One of my favorites is the caviar with Ritz crackers, tartar sauce, egg, and chives. It sounds simple but it's done really well. It's definitely on the pricier side, but the quality of both the drinks and food makes it worth it. read more

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Met up with some pals at the Stanley Marketplace last evening to catch up. We ate dinner downstairs then realized there was another place to Check out! We went up to Traveling Mercies so we could get an after dinner cocktail or two. It is a cute cozy little restaurant and cocktail place and we were seated at a 4 top table quickly. The two gentlemen working last night were so friendly and accommodating! Quick to give drink opinions and recommendations, we liked what we ordered for sure. Good cocktails and good vibes all around. We definitely would like to come back to try other drinks and dinner! I am not an oyster person, but they definitely had more than oysters to eat ;) read more

Traveling Mercies - Seafood Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

We were lucky enough to grab a last minute table for a drink on valentines when someone didn't show up for their reservation. Love the cozy, intimate atmosphere here. The server was attentive and gave great recommendations for drinks and our drinks were so good! Will definitely be back. read more

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I want to like this place. It's cute, cozy, intimate. But damn is it expensive! I get they're trying to like, be posh and whatnot, but can you throw us a bone here! Have some variety on your menu when it comes to pricing options for drinks and snacks. Happy hour is the only time I can come! Otherwise I might as well go to Mr B's liquor, grab some wine, order some oysters from Misaki to go and sit outside on the playground for a fraction of the cost. Service there is usually good though, but everyone just seems cooler than us. read more

Formerly Skybar, Traveling Mercies is a quaint little place in the top corner of Stanley Marketplace. This bar is small and offers 28 seats total - most are bar stools with the exception of the 3, four top tables that are in the middle of the bar. TM offers an expansive menu with lots of fun concoctions of cocktails. I went with the Espresso Martini as it was on Happy Hour. (Happy Hour differ from day to day) It was a well executed Espresso Martini. TM also has a few little dishes to select from. They tout their oysters here as the actual name is Traveling Mercies Oyster and Cocktail Bar. The oysters did look good, but we ended up splitting marinated olives - divine! While a little on the pricey side as most cocktails are in Denver, it is worth the money. Service is friendly and helpful. TM did make Westword's 100 Bars for the 24-25 year and it definitely deserves a spot on this list! read more

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On the third floor of the Stanley market you can find Traveling Mercies close to Cheluna Brewing. We were checking out the Stanley Market for the first time and happened to stumble into Traveling Mercies on its opening night! We just got drinks and tried the long but distinguished and talk to me goose! The long but distinguished tasted like a sparkling sangria. I really liked it but not what I thought it would taste like. The talk to me goose was also great! We did not order any food because we were not feeling seafood or any of the other foods on the menu. The staff helping us were great. Very helpful with any questions we had. Overall a very nice, upscale place for cocktails. Tip: 20% service fee automatically added to the menu. The staff let us know about it when giving us the check which we appreciated. read more

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Great service and people there are very nice. Unfortunately, this spot tries to be an upscale oyster bar but falls short. Shrimp are old and rubbery - go to King Soopers for better shrimp. They try to jazz up a martini by offering sides (e.g. olives/lemon garmish) when what they should be doing is simply mixing a good cocktail instead of pouring it out of a premixed bottle. This place is small and cozy and could be offering an experience equivalent to the price. It does not. read more

Traveling Mercies made Esquire Magazine's cut of the 42 Best Bars in America so I had to try it. On the third level of Stanley Marketplace, follow the signs to the elevator or staircase that leads you to this small but intimate space. There are seating options at the bar, 3 tables, or bar stools overlooking Lowry. Service is friendly. They have happy hour from 4-5pm W-Sunday, and all day Tuesday (they are closed Monday). I didn't try the food which looked good but did sample a couple of their cocktails - their espresso martini and Mercies Penicillin. The espresso martini was equal parts sweet and caffeinated. Definitely opt for their rec of spiced rum over vodka. The Mercies Penicillin was a masterful blend of scotch, lemon, honey, and ginger. (Went down way easier than the thick pink stuff I had to drink as a kid when I was sick.) Definitely stop by for some fine cocktails. read more

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Stopped in for a passport drink and loved it! Wife and I both had daiquiris and split the anchovy cheese straws. Highly recommend. read more

Traveling Mercies - Passport daiquiris! - Seafood Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

I had seen a small news piece about this restaurant's oysters and decided to come in on a whim. I was immediately in love with the restaurant's interior and dreamy vibe. It is a very cozy space with a carefully crafted blend of luxury and nautical moments showered in sunlight. The best parts of the service also showed a lot of intent and care for the dinners' experience. The food and cocktails were amazing. Everything was fresh, simple, and elevated. The tables were small yet staff were quick to remove plates and serve the next dish in succession. We ate comfortably at our own pace, enjoyed the music, and too much alcohol. read more

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Superb service. Vibrant Vibe. Gorgeous View. Delicious nibbles. Delightful cocktails. Oysters are on point. It's possibly the best I've had while nowhere near an ocean. It's the only place on the 3rd floor of the Stanley. I felt like I was in a speakeasy except up top instead of down below. read more

Traveling Mercies - Anchovy Baguette - Seafood Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Walking into this well decorated spot, you could tell this place was on top of their cocktail game. I enjoyed all the drinks that I had and the bartenders were very knowledgeable. A standout was the off menu Mezcal Margarita that I ordered. Would love to come back anytime I am back in Denver. read more

I came in with high expectations based on the reviews, but the experience fell short. The vibe felt unwelcoming when I stopped by to ask about an event, and it didn't leave me wanting to return. read more

I had read about this bar on the top floor of Stanley Marketplace and I don't know what took so long to visit this little gem. From the delicious and imaginative cocktails to the smart seafood forward apps, the well-appointed space and sunset view, Traveling Mercies is a welcome departure from the same-old too big, too corporate, too boring, too snooty bars that are all over the Denver metro. We made a light dinner of the mixed platter, oysters, oeuf tonnato and little gem salad...everything was beautifully presented and conceived... along with a few cocktails, it was a perfect ending to a too hot summer day. Highly recommend for a different and ultimately pleasant vibe. read more

Beautiful spot for an intimate drink! Great ambience for a romantic date. Chef kiss to the menu. read more

Traveling Mercies - Perfect little escape with beautifully crafted cocktails and East coast oysters. The oeuf tonnato is sublime, don't miss it. - Seafood Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

This is a cute tucked away bar at the top of the Stanley. They have a fun view facing out towards the mountains and would be a fun date night stop. read more

Cute little bar on the third floor of Stanley marketplace. They only serve appetizer size dishes, so it's perfect for a pre dinner cocktail and appetizer. Cute cozy space with interesting cocktails. Service was great and they have a decent happy hour too. read more

What a cute little hidden gem!! This is our new go to spot for an appetizer and drinks. The views from this place are awesome! We love sitting at the bar and people watching or enjoying the sunset. My husband has gotten the espresso martini twice and said it's the best one he's ever had. My cocktails every time are absolute perfection. Highly recommend the daiquiri and Kill Your Darlings if you like light refreshing cocktails. You MUST get the mussel toast! It is bursting with flavor, I've never had anything like it. The servers are so kind, another reason why we love coming here. Will definitely be back!! read more

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A true hidden gem! The ambiance and vibe when walking in sets the experience off on a great note. The friendly and knowledgeable staff make it all the better. Great craft cocktails and app pairings, as well as amazing oysters! Zach, Cooper, and Nella are great people, and the food and drinks they provide are top notch. Wonderful place. Mathew read more

Best cocktails in Central Park. It is head and shoulders above the Dirty Laundry in quality, ambiance and clientele. The cocktails are fresh and never out of a tap. read more

While the rest of Stanley Marketplace bustles, there's a lovely little spot away from it all, tucked away on the third floor, where you can glide into a seat at one of the two bar areas--one overlooking the grassy hills of Central Park--and sip clever little cocktails while nibbling on culinary concoctions. Highly recommend for a date or stealing away some time with a good friend, this place is one to return to again and again. read more

Super cozy and intimate vibe with a nice rooftop view. Went on a Tuesday night and got the oyster special ($3/each) and they were amazing. Great cocktails and non alcoholic options as well. Service was excellent, definitely will be returning! read more

Traveling Mercies - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Went in on opening night and had a great time! Tried pretty much everything on the menu and food and cocktails both exceeded expectations. My personal favorites were the Talk to me Goose for a drink and the shrimp cocktail for food. In terms of ambience, it was beautiful inside, very cute. The staff were very friendly, and knew everything about everything regarding the dishes and drinks. I will definitely be back for drinks and small plates! read more

Surprising cozy venue. High end cocktails and snacks for happy hour. Worth a try for special occasions or a great view of the Front Range.

For a place that "specializes in martinis", this was a major disappointment. Only Finnish gin. C'mon. Not a good martini. And "the view" is only trees in Stapleton. read more