Fill a baby pool with their homemade ranch dressing and throw me in. I will drown happily in this garlic/dill rich heaven! I loved this place before, but now I am IN LOVE with this place. read more

You really need to Happy Hour at the Horseshoe Lounge. Beers are half price, service is speedy (order at the bar), and the the bartenders are always waaay friendly and down to earth. The furniture is old... like 70's style old with red carpet.... like an outdated basement... but with a big flat screen TV. The couches are comfy too! If you want something more intimate, there are some small booths along the wall and the window. There is a pool table and a pinball machine. A place with a pinball machine always ranks good in my book. If you're hungry, they have good, greasy, thin crust pizza. The tater tots are also pretty tasty -- try the buffalo ones. They also serve subs, but I haven't tried those. This is also the place where I tried my first Jameson & ginger ale (based on a poster on their wall) ... mmm mmm good. If you're a girly, make sure you know how to work a toilet before you come. On more than one occasion I've had to mess with the inner workings inside the tank to either get the toilet to flush or for the tank to fill up with water again. Otherwise... fantastic place!! read more

I think the first words out of my mouth were Oh my Gosh I love this place! The couches are a hoot! I feel like I am in a living room! TATER TOTS?? YUM! the salad was awesome and let me tell you something....... 5 dollars will buy you a beer and a shot.......... WOW That is trouble! Patron and Coors light..... 5 dollars! The bartenders are super nice! The place is great and I LOVE the glitter walls! I wish I was 8 and could do my bedroom like that! jukebox is freaking loud though.... - 1 star for bleeding ears read more

The Shoe has now solidified itself as my favorite bar in Denver. My experiences here the last two visits has warranted it five stars, which ain't easy to come by in my eyes. One of my last visits was a Saturday night in which they had an awesome band booked. Not particularly designating the Shoe a venue for live bands, they actually evolve well into an awesome live setting for bands and dancing. The Rockabilly/Johnny Cash cover band filled the joint and didn't even have a cover, which I would have been more than happy to pay. Despite being packed throughout, service was still on par despite one glitch with one of the bartenders. My last visit here was a bit more what I was used to with the Shoe, as it was a Wednesday evening in which all the retro couches and table were back in order for relaxing, drinking, and conversing. They must have had happy hour going at the time, as it seemed all beers on tap were only $3. We're not talking your typical Bud Light, PBR, Coors, etc...but rather Agave, Hoptober, 90 Shilling, Mama's Little Yella Pill, and so on. One of the biggest appeal about this bar is the service. Always spot on and overly friendly. This night was no exception, as Mel has also established herself as my favorite bartender in Denver not only for her cheerful demeanor, but also her insightfulness and disclosure into the number of die on the bar top. read more

If you're looking for an awesome neighborhood dive bar - THIS IS THE PLACE!!! Not just the employees, but the customers, mirror the owner, Mel (congratulate her, she just got married!!!) as being a truly great person. And my wife, the ultimate pizza snob, says The Horseshoe Lounge, has the best pizza in the city!! read more

I really wanted to like this watering hole, but alas, no. The drinks are good, but the food is overpriced for what you get. The atmosphere is unique, and great for the late 20's early 30's overly tattooed crowd - just not for me. I appreciate a chatty bartender that pours a good drink, knows when you want to talk, and respects you when you don't. Two of the three main drink slingers here meet the bill. The other looks at the patrons as a mark - how big will her tip be. I am not a hockey fan, nor a steelers fan. I made the mistake of announcing these two facts to the bar back and door man. From that point on, I was persona non grata. When I went to play pool, there were 4 people playing doubles. I put my quarters on the table (they were miffed because they had a few dollars of quarters under the rail trying to say "this is our table tonight"). The foursome took just under a half hour to complete the game, hoping I would go away. When they took over 5 minutes to shoot the 8 ball, I was irritated and said "shoot". One of the overserved foursome took offense, and wanted to exercise his liquid muscles. I stood my ground with my hands in my pocket while more sober people intervened. The bar back and door man said that I could come back any time, then asked me to leave, because 3 other people said I was the problem. I haven't been back, and haven't decided if I will roll the dice again. There are plenty of other bars that will appreciate my business. If you don't fit in with the late 20's - early 30's tattooed crowd, this might not be the bar for you. read more

It's been awhile since my last review. I came back sober so I didn't try to steal a lamp this time around. Hans was having some World Cup events here so I decided to come and support. Soccer bores me to tears but it was really exciting watching with all the Brasil fans. The second time I came back was for the USA/Ghana game. Sadly the US lost but I was able to enjoy the food they served. Two words: BACON TOTS! Tots with bacon and cheese oh my. We ordered buffalo chicken pizza too and I wouldn't recommend this one..way too salty. However, the pizza is very thin so I imagine it is good with other toppings. I love the location and the decently priced drinks!! read more

Everything was great at first. Then, the guy bartender got an unnecessary attitude out of nowhere. I work in the service industry myself and I could NEVER get away with how this guy talked to me. I inquired about a food item and the bartender gave a basic description, so I asked another question about the food and the guy says "what did I just say?" Then, I told him I needed another moment to decide and he said "why are you being so difficult?" then tried to laugh it off.. I'm not sure what the guy's problem is but I will not be returning to this establishment. The girl bartender was A LOT more accommodating and nicer. read more

Great spot to hang out with your friends and enjoy yourself over a game of pool with a native Colorado brew! Locals and visitors welcome!!!However, if you're Jonathon E. from San Diego welllll I think Ron Burgundy said it best when he was reading that teleprompter!!! read more

Horseshoe Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Wonderful place to grab a few friends to play a game of pool or your partner to just sit at the bar. Went for my 21st after the bar around the corner wouldn't let my bf in for having an out of state vertical and had a great time. This place saved my night! read more

My friend from out of town and I met up with my husband for happy hour here on a Friday. It was a little crowded, but we were able to find standing room next to the bar. (Close to booze handler=good). I love the atmosphere, and they had great drink specials for HH ($2 well, wine, draft). The bartenders were very friendly, and my favorite part was the bar made out of dominoes....it was especially cool after a few more cocktails. I didn't have any food, and am feeling a little sad reading other reviews about their tater tots....oh well! Great excuse to go back, right?!? read more

GREEN CHILE CHEESE TOTS!?!?!?!? That is all you need to know about this place. Well, there are a few other things, but the tots are crazy good. I feel like I need a cigarette afterwards, and I don't even smoke. HUGE portion of baked tots, covered in mounds of green chile, pork, and cheddar cheese. Raise the roof. There are other flavorful options that I am sure are delicious (such as the poutine and bacon cheddar), but I haven't gotten around to those yet. The pizza keeps me coming back every once in awhile as well. Crispy thin crust with tons of toppings that won't break the bank. My favorite is the Rat Pack. Sausage, pepperoni mushrooms, onions, and green peppers. Slap on some crushed red pepper and parmesan cheese, and you're golden. Darn, I'm hungry now, but what else is new? The drinks are strong and nothing to complain about. The bartenders are nice and like to have a time. The bar area tends to get packed fairly quickly, but luckily there are a lot of seating options around the pool table, jukebox, pinball machine, etc. Did I mention the green chile tots? Oh, I did? Just making sure. read more

I love the atmosphere here! The pizza is yummy, the waitstaff friendly, the jukebox has cool tunes, there's lots of comfy seating, a pinball machine and pool, rockabilly hipsters, and tater tots. What more do you need? FYI - If you do get the tater tots, stick with the bacon cheese tots and avoid the pizza tots. Trust me. read more

Oh man, this place is great. It's very casual and the staff and patrons are a friendly and interesting bunch. Stephanie, the bartender, was welcoming right away, insisting on learning my name. After a bit of chatting, we learned we're fellow Nebraskans. (One thing I love about Colorado is that they understand that Nebraska is a state with actual people in it. We are border buddies, after all.) Anyway, so kindly Stephanie let me sample a variety of local craft beers before I settled on a Mojo IPA. Very nice. If I lived in Denver, I could see the Horseshoe becoming a regular haunt - I felt right at home in the dark and divey, ambiance. Rock 'n' roll. read more

Awesome vibe in this bar, it's a total throwback with the domino covered bar and comfy stools and booths. It reminds me of something you'd find on a side-street in Brooklyn. The bartenders are super nice and totally helpful. The beer is cheap and there's a juke box and Big Buck Hunter - what more do you need? Only down side was we went on a Friday night and it was pretty empty, so we left after a couple beers. If I'm back in Denver, I'd definitely try this place again - maybe on a different day. read more

I heart this bar so much! The decor reminds me of sneaking a drink in my aunts 70s themed apartment. The place had a jukebox, pool table, a few video games and a great size patio with market lights. The crowd is alway fun and chill. The bar is made of entirely of dice. The bar has this fun mystery shot offer for $2.00 - a roll of a dice determines what shot you get! I suggest you cheers with your friend and take it without sneaking a sniff. Most of the shots are flavored alcohol! The tots in this place are so good! Those you should try too! read more

Great homie atmosphere. Jukebox is dated...but works. Patio if you want sun or if you smoke. But the best is their bar stools. You can sit in them forever if you wanted. The have bar food. With a smoking hot girl cooking. read more

Warm decor, spacious booths, comfortable couches, lusty funky lamps. Curious place to go, good drinks and cool service. read more

I just gave a shout out to DJ Kursed (Johnny) for playing good rockabilly tunes but I forgot to give a shout out to Gary Lee the bartender. I met Gary Lee over at the Skylark and he is awesome, a real sweetheart. I like good bartenders- a good bartender is always friendly, appreciative, happy to give you a water, and a nice hug! I sampled a tator tot, super greasy with bacon and cheese. I probably won't order these but if that's what you're into... The decor is cool, simple and retro but not cheesy or overdone. I don't go out much but if I do, I make it a point to stop by on a Wednesday at least once a month. read more

Horseshoe is great. Gets really busy on weekends and most nights. They are really down to earth and have friendly staff. I've never had a bad time. Plus they are dog friendly so i like that. read more

My service dog and I walked to this restaurant around 11 pm. They had a bouncer at the door checking IDs and asking for masks. I took out my ID and put on my mask and the first thing the bouncer said to me was "So are you two going to be sitting out here on the patio?" I simply stated no. He is a service animal. He then started to argue with me, claiming that "they as a business have the right to refuse anyone they want, and that includes pets." I said "He is not a pet. He is my service animal. I am lawfully authorized to have my service animal with me at all times under the Americans with Disability Act." He then told me the same thing again "We have the right to refuse pets. Our business does not want animals in here. I'm not trying to discriminate it is just our policy." I explained to him in detail my rights, and that refusing me IS discrimination and a federal civil rights violation. He said there is no way he is going to let a pet in on a saturday night. I decided I was not going to get through whatsoever, and went somewhere else. It was degrading, embarrassing, and absolutely discriminatory. They should be aware of the laws, and the difference between a pet and a service animal. I do not want this to happen to someone else in the future, as it was a horrible experience. I already struggle being in public with my disability in the first place, and arguing about my rights does not help, when these businesses should know the law! read more

I loved this bar the first time I walked in! It seemed so eclectic and fun. Heck, they have Olympia and Shlitz in their repertoire. The dice on the bar is pretty neat as well. And they have great bartenders. read more

After a few more visits, I'm less enthused. Firstly, the service can be very hit & miss. Some bar staff are excellent while others are blah. I sat next to a couple tonight who waited an hour for a food order to go, A single pizza, and it wasn't that busy. Felt bad for them. And speaking of pizza, I finally tried theirs and wasn't impressed. It tasted like the cheap, frozen Tonys brand when it came to overall texture and taste. No kicking sauce. Cheese had no goo, only hard/burnt texture. To be fair, the toppings were popping. But for $14, I expected something great and instead got DiGorno. read more

This is probably my favorite bar in the uptown area. I always have a blast when I come here. You can keep it chill or get really rowdy! First off..great happy hour. Some pretty tasty small bites and of course good drink specials. They have good beer on tap and they also have some great cans of cheap beer like Hamms and Olympia. The seating is ample..there is a decent patio out back and tons of couches and comfy booths. It really has a great feel to it. I suppose the only downfall is the smallish bathrooms. But whatever this place is a ton of fun! read more

I think it's perfectly acceptable to drink through your sinus infection if you order a hot toddy. Doctor's orders. And lord knows when you're drugged up on the antibiotics and haven't eaten all day because you've ingested enough Sudafed to start a beginner's meth lab in your liver. It's good. It's the Horseshoe Lounge. You'll fit right in. Cheers read more

not once have i been here accompanied yet not once have i here felt alone. visit #1 to visit #whenever, this space has always been welcoming by the staff who are as real as the need for an apricot blonde. i'm so grateful for the compassion, ears, and words lent by this team; and also the danky mothaforkin chili cheese dogs they stay slangin'. thanks for letting me be weird, freaks read more

Neighborhood bar with cheap drinks and great tunes. Love this place! It's super welcoming and fun. Trivia is on Tuesdays which is super basic but a ton of fun. They do have a full menu with varieties of tater tots, pizza and killer meatball subs. I absolutely love this place. read more

Been there twice. Good service. Good prices. Funky atmosphere. Surprisingly impressive bartenders. Polite. Prompt. I wasn't going to give this a five, but the more I thought about it, the more I realized that I had no reason not to give this little hideout a five-star rating. read more

This is my type of joint. The bar itself has an ugly counter, right out of the 70's or 80's. It's sticky. The rock music was quite loud for a bar, which is IMO a good thing. There were tabs everywhere on the bar from past customers who have left already. The bartender seemed to know everyone in the joint but me, and was quite the social guy, without detracting from his service of me, the outsider. They've got a decent selection of beers and liquors. They've also got a little lounge area and a pool table. If I lived anywhere near this joint, I'd be one of the cats the bartender knew. read more

Seems everyone I know has some sort of crazy story to tell about this place... The location, the atmosphere makes the horseshoe one of my favorites... I have to agree with some of the folks though, every night I've been there I've seen some sort of confrontation... But that might just be because the tender's make sure you're well tended... Everybody seems to know everybody, regulars are common, and the staff are quick to make you feel like one of the family... even if the family gets drunk and fights eachother every once and a while... (But I'd hardly call the place dangerous if you're getting worried about that...) Everybody seems to watch out for everyone else. More than anywhere this place makes you feel home, if I drank enough to be a regular anywhere this is the spot for sure! read more

I have nothing but great things to say about Horseshoe. It's one of my favorite bars in Denver. Horseshoe is absolutely no frills. It's the type of place you could go to in your pajamas if you wanted. Good beers on tap, friendly bar staff, and HELLO TATER TOTS. Sheer genius. The pizza is pretty darn good too - nothing fancy or groundbreaking, just really tasty. There's only one pool table in the joint, but there really isn't much room for another, as they've decked out the place in fabulously kitschy vintage furniture - including a comfy couch made of that awesome fake-velvet material from the 70's. The juke box, or music selector thingy (I'm old, so sue me), is not bad and has a decent collection of music. Much to the drinking smokers' delight (or smoking drinkers'?), the small back patio offers a place to puff away. An unusual attribute in Denver these days. The Horseshoe is the perfect "chill" bar and that's why I love it. read more

I think I like the idea of dive bars more than the reality. I like laid back bars, dark bars, cheap bars, unpretentios bars. I don't neccesarily like bars filled with crazy old people who count out their change to get a drink or who make drug deals sitting right next to me (yep, it happened). I was only in for an hour or two on a Sunday night so maybe I didn't get the full experiences. But I feel like this place didn't really have anything special going for it, though the little sitting areas with couches were a nice touch. read more

The Horseshoe is by far my favorite "dive" in Denver. With their lounge atmosphere (yes that is an Orange Velvet couch) and their awesome staff, I just can't say no to a drink here. My friend and I watched the AFC Championship (Broncos vs. Patriots) here. There was only one large TV in the lounge area and we had to pull chairs in from the patio to have a seat but that didn't matter because it felt like we were watching the game with a huge family. Great experience! I bought a house out of this neighborhood but I will continue to make the trek here because of the staff, the atmosphere and the affordable drinks! Love you SHOE! read more

All bars serve drinks, but this bar serves great doof. The meatball sub and any of the pizzas are bonus. Tater tots: yeah, trendy and "fun," but get a 'za instead. The bartenders always change the TV stations for me without making it seem like it's the HARDEST task anyone has ever asked of them, and the couch seating is a great place to indulge in their 1/2-off happy hours after work. Last night I sat on the couch and watched the Olympiad without sound (the announcers are the WORST...everything has to be such a dramatic "story") for an hour because the bar tender was lacing a killer set of mid-nineties gangster-rap out of the juke. Place rules. read more

I heart you Horseshoe! I do. I really do. Even though I technically "live" in Dallas I'm in Denver more than not. I'm always on the lookout for hole-in-the-wall bars and Horseshoe fits the bill. Pretty much only locals go there....I'm starting to consider myself a Denver local even if my zip code doesn't match. Great drinks poured by great bartenders. Eclectic crowd. I've never had the tater tots but I've seen them come out and they look fantastic. read more

The 'shoe is the where folks who live and work in Uptown hang when they want to be with "real people". They offer great happy hour prices and there actually is a menu if you ask. Over the last year or two this place has really changed from sort of a too cool to be at to if you're here that's cool vibe. Cultures, lifestyles, ideas, and people all clash and collide at the 'shoe, which makes this place special. All is right with the world when you order some cheesy tator-tots, and have your favorite brew in hand. So, come on in and hang at the bar, chill in a booth, or lounge in a couch if you're lucky to get there early enough. read more

I've heard it described as your friends cool game room/bar in the basement. And, well, yeah that is a pretty good way to put it. The bartenders I've had there mine as well be your friend whose basement your hanging out in. I found them to be very friendly and easy to talk to. Drinks are strong and a good selection of beer. Ambiance is pretty cool and relaxed. Nice booths. Some pool tables. You know typical bar stuff,but once again it feels like hanging out in your friends game room. Anyways, pretty much always a good time. Only knock is one time I was there and between the crowd and the music it felt like a 90's high school basement party. Hell that might not even be a knock against it for some people, but it did weird me out a little. Overall though, you should check this place out. Fun bar that you should go to at least a few times. read more

Oops. Forgot to review this place. I guess I tend to get on yelp kicks, and spew out a ton of reviews all at once. So, Horseshoe is definitely a place I want to revisit. I went there for a World Cup game. The crowd was good, the bartender very friendly and conciencentious (shout out to bartenders who serve drinks and food and are still cool, as opposed to servers and bartenders who have specific jobs and act....you know). I had a pesto pizza which was delicious, thin, and pretty much only one slice too much. The area is quite nice, so it is hard to call it a dive. More like a neighborhood bar. Right next to Jonesy's, a good combo. Dafe read more

2nd stop on the Margarita Tour yesterday I haven't been here before, but have been to their sister bar, Jonesy's, next door. I heard that there's 1 male bartender here that really does make a great margarita that is worth the trip. Yesterday he was not there... The margs we did get were decent, but to much OJ. Their back patio is small with warped tables. Not quite my scene. read more

Still a local favorite. I can no longer walk or ride my bike here for Happy Hour, but when I feel the urge to feel the comfort of my city, I make my way to the shoe. Pool, pinball, a jukebox and some of the best bartenders Denver has to offer. Seriously, my favorite go to spot in the trendy Uptown area. Did I mention there is a smoking lounge out back...if you like that type of thing. read more