This place is not for everyone and that is honestly part of the appeal. I came alone and was seated right away, most likely because it is a small space. The hostess or employee sat me down, and I took a seat at the bar. I was immediately given water and a menu, which felt easy and welcoming. This is not a "background music while you catch up" kind of bar. The music is the experience, inspired by Japanese listening bars. The sound is intentional, the vinyl selections feel curated, and the space encourages you to slow down and be present. Located in the Arts District of the Santa Fe neighborhood, ESP HiFi is walk in only, so arriving early is a good idea since it fills up quickly. The menu includes seasonal cocktails, highballs, natural wine, warm drinks, non alcoholic options, and small bites, with tastings focused on Japanese whiskey and mezcal. I had a walnut mezcal based cocktail, and ordered olives and Marcona almonds as a snack, all of which fit the vibe perfectly. They also offer a daily happy hour or "social hour" from 4 to 5pm. It was also fun watching the mixologist seamlessly switch between making drinks and DJing, which added to the experience. Yes, it is dark inside, but that is part of the atmosphere. The staff is not overly talkative, but the music is the whole point here, and that focus feels intentional. It is a popular spot and definitely gives hipster energy, but in a self aware, well executed way. If you are expecting a loud, social cocktail lounge, this is not it. If you appreciate good sound and a focused atmosphere, you will enjoy it. Not trying to please everyone. Just doing its thing and doing it well. read more

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ESP Hi-Fi is *her* - the kind of place that immediately sets the tone. Went on a Friday night for a date and everything just clicked. We waited only about 10 minutes to be seated at the bar, which already felt like a small miracle for a weekend night in Denver. The interior is dark, intimate, and beautifully understated - romantic without feeling forced. The music (on vinyl btw) is impeccable and intentionally curated, the kind you actually feel, not just hear. Pair that with an excellent wine selection and you've got a space that's clearly designed for slowing down and being present. No distractions, just great sound, great drinks, and great energy. Easily one of my favorite bars in Denver now. ESP Hi-Fi understands atmosphere, and it shows. Already looking forward to coming back! read more

I just attended a private event here and it was such a gorgeous venue! Apparently the sound system cost like 15k (could be lore, I don't know), but the music was flowing and the drinks were delicious. I personally only sampled the NA cocktails that were created for the event, and they were both delicious!! Others said their real cocktails were also amazing. Another guest mentioned they don't take reservations, but that you can always get a table if you just stop in. I would definitely come back on a date or with friends! Such an aesthetic! read more

Amazing experience here all around. Vibes and ambience 10/10. Service 10/10. Selection of cocktails and organic wines 10/10 (and yes I tried both cocktails AND wines and can recommend both). So glad this spot is here and thriving. The ultimate date night bar or girls night bar! Can't wait to come back! read more

Great vibes at this bar. The selection of wines.mezcals, and whiskey was really great and the prices reasonable. We enjoyed our flights and apps as well as the fantastic selection of music. read more

Very cozy environment, chill vibe, good music playing. Sake was serviced in the cutest glassware. Orange skin contact wine was delightful. Service was kind enough but they were busy. There was a line outside cuz there isn't really room to wait inside. Recommend trying to sit at the bar to get the vinyl experience. Without that it's like any other trendy bar read more

ESP Hifi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

ESP HiFi when I went was almost a spa like vibe in here. The person working here was lovely. But I will say there's quite a few people in here working alone on a laptop and must go for the quiet ambience. I was meeting a friend here and we chatted very quietly and decided to move to a corner seat to not disturb anyone ...and a man next to us loudly said "please do" lol. I was a little taken back as we were super quiet and said like 1 sentence to each other at that point. Maybe it was just the time of the day? But either way definitely something important to know before going. But we moved and chatted (quietly lol) and had our tea and it was lovely. I liked the music they played and the person working here and my tea was perfect. I would come back again but knowing the quiet thing ahead of time is nice to know. :) read more

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This may be one of the coolest bars that I've been to recently. The vibe of the place is completely unmatched. Dimly lit, with atmospheric music and a whiff of incense in the air. Wine selection was excellent, as was the whisky selection. If you want an authentic highball (with the hyper carbonated water) this is your place. Food menu looked good, but we didn't have the chance to try this time around. Service was attentive and friendly. read more

Romantic and intimate, I really enjoyed the ambiance of this place. There are so many options, I opted for a chilled red. I hope that management can hire more employees/servers as our server was SLAMMED and she was the only one working. I don't blame her for the service as she was trying her best but there is so much potential here to provide the best date night and service! read more

I must've gone on an off night after reading the other reviews. Took a date there having heard how awesome it is. Unfortunately,it was really really really loud. I go to a concert a week almost and it was just below that level. Super hard to hear anything else. Which is fine, it just wasn't date night vibes. Again, seems like I went on an odd night based on the other reviews. read more

This is a cool spot for libations, light bites, subtle lighting, and cool decor. I came here for drinks with a friend. He somehow always knows all the new hot spots in Denver. We came here for drinks after dinner. I had the Sundown Lady - rye whiskey, oolong, sesame, honey, lemon. He had the Phantom Mood - shochu, melon, calico, lemon, soda. My drink was strong and well blended. I liked my friend's drink more due to the taste of the lemon and the soda. It tasted so good. Definitely a nice place to meet up with friends. The service was quick and the server was very nice and knew a lot about all of the drinks. Cool spot read more

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Vinyl music is great. The na drink was like a nice warm apple toddy. No more bone broth on the happy hour

Our flight was delayed and we were looking for a place we could burn some time. Found this place on yelp and had to surprise my husband as he LOVES natural wine and records. The outside is super in cognido and when you open the door you enter a whole different world. Super cozy with vintage vibes, low lighting ambience and some of the best hits from someone who knows how to read the room on the crowd. Beyond wine they had cocktails, mocktails, bottles to take home with you. We also got a small charcuterie board you can find at the back of the menu. What a great time we had! Staff was friendly and we can't wait to swing by again when in Colorado! read more

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I really like ESP. It's rare to find a place that does chilled reds! Their record sound system is also unbelievable. Sometimes the vibe is a little "too cool" for me, and I know it gets really busy, but we usually sit at the bar and have a good time. Never tried their food, but I do love their cocktail and wine list. Great date spot or one-on-one friend hang. read more

Came in right before last call and they serviced us. Great drinks and such a great vibe love the atmosphere. If hifi is your vibe, this is the place. read more

Came in and sat at the bar. I love the vibe and the focus on listening and quality sound of music. I found the food and drink to be quite expensive for what it is: it's not literally a concert theater, so concert-esque prices seem a bit much. I would go back, but would probably nurse a drink there rather than have it be the full dining/drinking outing. read more

Such a fun place, great vibes and music. Intimate and relaxing. Perfect place to take a date or date night or chat with a friend over some drinks. Great staff I can't wait to visit again! read more

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Super dope date spot. It's a record bar with a Speakeasy feel. The drinks were great and the small bites were solid. The servers were very attentive. I went on a Saturday night and the music was a little loud so I had to speak pretty loud. Overall it was solid! read more

I've never really thought of music as something super important in my life. I don't have a favorite band or musician or genre. If something sounds great, I'm in! Enter ESP HiFi which aims to create an environment in which all senses are in harmony. To quote them "You can't put your finger on it, but everything just feels... right." And it does. Their beverage program is full of Japanese whiskey, wine, and perfectly balanced cocktails. The lighting is low and it lets you pull the focus of anything else and just stay in the moment. Here less is more and their record selection is fantastic. So just sit, have a drink (maybe order some truffle chips), and enjoy the music. read more

Cute wabi sabi meets cocktail and hip music vibe... Um yea, pretty sweet... happened to show up on the first Friday of the month (which we didn't know was a festival) so was a little more jammed than expected. But service was good, cocktails were good... didn't love the other drinks on the menu, but had a great time! read more

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1000% would recommend this place to anyone going to Denver! The vibes are immaculate and the music is fantastic. Come for a girls night, date night, birthday... anything!! The burrata board is a MUST. And they have so many cocktail and liquor options! Their happy hour is also a great deal! Love love love read more

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Amazing hidden lounge off of Santa Fe! The drinks were amazing and they seem to have an extensive Japanese whiskey selection and have a toki machine! They did a great job with the lighting and music. Awesome spot! read more

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It's a bar with finger food that playa vinyls and serve well executed drinks. Worth the visit and recommended.

The vibe says it all! All music played on vinyl. Quite low key wine bar though there are cocktails too! All the wine is organic which is an acquired taste. Also the loaf of bread and butter just yes, so good! Would come back of if I was looking for a quiet spot with mellow music though sadly wasn't a huge fan of the organic wine flavor. read more

ESP Hifi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We love a tucked away hidden gem like ESP Hifi. As a vinyl junkie and record collector, I'm so happy places like this exist in my own backyard. ESP is a listening bar. That might be confusing to some, but in reality they're putting the music first here. Music adds ambiance to any bar or restaurant on the planet, right? Here it truly takes center stage. And in all honesty, this might be the best sound system I've ever heard inside of a bar. The atmosphere leans on the hipster/trendy side, though you'll notice a wide ranging clientele of ages. When ESP opened they were more of a coffee shop (which I admittedly miss). Now it's a bar that opens at 4pm daily. Natural wines, spirits, highballs, and a few specialty cocktails grace the simple, yet robust menu. The ESP Classic is their Japanese highball with "extra carbonated soda" and it's one of the better highballs you'll ever have. The only problem is that's it's TOO EASY TO DRINK. I guess it's a good problem to have?! ESP is an aesthetically pleasing environment that is a great place to sit back and listen, take out a date, or spark exciting conversations. It's a bar I really enjoy. Whenever my friends suggest it, it's an immediate HELL YES from me! read more

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Came in on a Saturday night around 9 pm. They were closing early for an event and told us 10:30 they would close so the vibes were a bit stressed/rushed throughout the night but that was likely because of the event. It is more of a bar, not a listening room although it is definitely record and ambiance forward. I really enjoyed the interior, it's very cozy and comfortable and felt romantic. The wine list is extensive and we got a lovely orange wine! I would definitely come back here. read more

If you're in Denver this listening room and cocktail bar needs to be on your list. The ambiance is amazing, a great vibe for date night and open fairly late on weekdays. Love their cocktails and really enjoy their fresh bread, butter and jam! So simple but so good. The music is always on point and the service is amazing. read more

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Great venue as always. I've been here since its launch and always found it exceptional (bring back the 100% rice beers!) . However I brought my friends who are obsessed with their travels in Japan and they loved it. This was due to the ambience and the amazing service and hospitality of the staff. Nikki and Michelle were excellent and enhanced the experience perfectly. They really made a special night even more special. Also shoutout the dj that night he killed it. My friends and I were trying to shazam almost every track! read more

Been to a few of these style bars across the country and this might be my favorite one! Great simple vibe, cozy space with low lighting great for a date night or nightcap. Loved their natural wine list, cocktails and N/A options as well. Friendly service but not intrusive. Awesome music choices for some truly unique vibes read more

Super vibey cute bar! The ambiance and vibes here are immaculate. Drinks are pretty averagely priced for Denver and are delicious. One note is that there is not many food options available. Staff was super friendly and helpful! There is plenty of street parking on nearby streets! read more

This is my current favorite bar. The vibes, the music, and some really great cocktails. They also have some very nice deals on beer and sake. read more

ESP Hifi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Denver, Colorado

It's evident that this low-light, high-brow wine and cocktail bar has done the work to create a beautiful experience. I visited ESP Hifi a few weeks ago on a first date and the setting was perfect. Sultry but casual, the interior is minimally decorated. The showstopper of this lounge is their extensive collection of vinyl records, the main source of entertainment besides the company you keep. The only thing that left room to be desired was the service. This being a first date experience, we didn't want to drink too much. I did, however, feel pressured by the server to order more drinks. On top of that, we felt neglected. We had to ask for menus while other tables were given menus upon entry and had to flag down the server to receive service. Granted, every night is different and everyone has things going on behind the scenes. Overall, I would happily return to this establishment. The vibes were there and I look forward to giving it another try. read more

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Such a tranquil vibe! So nice to find a hifi lounge that has such great music but in a more relaxed volume. It's intimate, cozy, has a beautiful aesthetic and is just so relaxed. They have lots of fun cocktails to choose from, I got one with melon and mezcal which was a fun combo! Will definitely be back for more! read more

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Incredible wine bar ambiance here. They've got lots of natural and organic wines available. Staff is knowledgeable to make recommendations. Great small bites too like Burrata. Dimly lit and loud music playing which I love, but others may want to know if they are sensitive to sound. read more

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Similar experience as others- it's incredibly dark, music is so loud you can't hear the person next to you and the wait staff acts like you are an inconvenience. The drinks are decent but nothing you can't find elsewhere. read more

Probably one of my favorite places in Denver. The service is always stellar and the space is relaxing. The cocktails are great and the NA options are thoughtful- not just juice w sparkling water. You cannot go wrong with anything in the menu. read more

Must visit gem. Romantic, warm amber lighting envelops a midcentury style smartly curated and tres feng shui with beautiful wait staff who are prompt and fashionable; an extraordinary evening menu with a feature for hard-to-find mezcals. Feels a bit like home. A must visit. I'm excited to return soon, again and again... read more

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This is the ideal hi-fi bar. The plants, light wood, warm lighting and music make it great for both a coffee with friends or a drink with a date. I wish I were closer because this would become my third place if I was. We didn't go for drinks but did for the bread and jam. It seemed steep at first for just being bread and jam but it was well worth the price. The jam was a homemade apricot that was the perfect balance of sweat and tangy and the bread was warm and fluffy. It came with salted butter as well which was the icing on the cake. The staff was great as well. They were quick and helpful being there whenever needed. Overall an amazing place to check out! read more

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Was really impressed with this vinyl bar, great music, great cocktails and excellent overall vibe.

Cute cute cute bar! Loved the atmosphere here and the service was great! Our server helped us pick drinks and was very attentive. The burrata with fresh bread was delicious and I will definitely be coming back for that! I started the night with the esp classic highball and if you are a fan of strong drinks with a hint of citrus, like me, then you will definitely enjoy this drink. But my favorite drink of the night was the Ichiro's malt & grain on the rocks (something to note putting it on the rocks is an added $2). This Japanese whiskey was very unique and so smooth with notes of honey and pink peppercorn! Highly recommend coming here with friends or for a date night! If you come from 4-5pm there is also a happy hour, or as they call it, classic hour! read more

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