This place has the trappings of an authentic honky-tonk. It has the size, wooded areas, dueling…read moremechanical bulls, gift store, wraparound bar, kitchen, banquet room, etc. I love the rich history of musicians who have played here over the decades, shown in framed, autographed photos covering all of the walls. The Grizzly Rose takes pride in providing live country music, five nights per week. During my visit on a Saturday night, I enjoyed listening and dancing to the music of Duey & Unbroken. The 40,000 square feet of this country dance hall is impressive. Surprisingly, only 2,500 square feet is allocated to the dance floor. This is too small for the demand placed on it during a Saturday night. The front half of the dance floor is devoted to country swing dancing, while the back half is reserved for line dancing. This leaves no room for progressive partner dancing, i.e., two-step (as is normal across Texas). Country swing could not have been the prevailing form of partner dancing here since the inception of this honky-tonk in 1989. So, what year did it displace two-step? I enjoyed the line dance lesson at 7 p.m., followed by the country swing dance lesson at 8:15 p.m. Strangely, two-step is how the opening pattern taught for country swing, before it abruptly switches to country swing. Yet, they refer to all of this as country swing. This supports my suspicion that country swing hijacked two-step at some point in the history of this honky-tonk. If this is how locals here are brought up on country dancing, they're in for a surprise, if and when they go to honky-tonks across Texas, where two-step prevails. Given how crowded the dance floor gets, they might consider expanding it by another 1,000 feet or more. Then it might be possible to spare enough room on the perimeter to bring back progressive partner dancing (two-step, three-step, partner cowboy cha-cha, etc.). The main seating and walkways are concrete ground, which can wear on your feet. Therefore, I doubt the average person lasts more than a few hours of dancing before throwing in the towel.

I had such a fun night here! We were visiting from out of town and wanted to go line dancing, so we…read morefound this spot after hearing some good things about it. The vibes were good, everyone was so friendly which I loved because sometimes people can be a little standoffish to visitors. But everyone was kind, and there were so many great dancers. They have 2 mechanical bulls, a few little games, a store, and I think even more activities in the back. The music was good and the dance floor was packed but not in a bad way. Great spot!

Ambience, service, all the things! Had a great time! Definitely will be back for another showread more

The food here was delicious and ready quickly! It was really fun to have some bbq before our…read moreconcert. However, it was quite pricey. I'd eat here again for a special treat

Yeah, I thought your mom's house was actually pretty good. It was not that crowded on the night. We…read morewent to see some bands that we really like. The sound was great, and we had very good sight lines. The drinks were not unreasonably priced, and the bartenders were really good. The same cannot be said for Pearl Divers next-door (where the bathrooms are). Those bartenders put an unauthorized tip (while we were still there and before we had closed out the) on my girlfriend's credit card that was more than the amount of entire bill. This is currently under dispute with the credit card company, but it does not speak well for their honesty, integrity, or customer service at Pearl Divers.

Your Mom's House operates on very shady practices…read more If you need to increase prices due to inflation, be transparent about it in the prices presented. We were surprised with a "Fair Wage and Inflation Fee (this is not a tip) (20%)" line in our receipts, which let's be real, most of that or at least part of it is very likely going to the owner(s) not the staff. On top of that, I know quite a few musicians in Denver and almost every one that has worked with Your Mom's House has told me that they had issues with getting paid. Overall, it is a fun space but I can't support a business that operates this way.

Such a great date spot! Nocturne is a very intimate setting with live jazz and beautiful, low lit…read moreambiance. We chose this spot for our 4 year anniversary and were treated with excellence. When we arrived, a small bouquet of flowers awaited us at our table. We had floor seating and enjoyed the music and the food. There was a 3 course menu that we chose from: started with the strawberry salad and peach glazed pork belly paired with grapefruit fizz mocktails. We both chose the seared halibut as our entree, and dessert was the chocolate stout cake and coconut panna cotta. WOW. That coconut panna cotta was absolutely one of the best desserts I've had. It was light and wonderful, perfect way to end the meal. I would definitely come back here in the future, it can be hard to find intimate setting restaurants in Denver and even fewer with wonderful live music. This place hit the spot.

Debating giving this place a try? Don't…read more Wonderful service, excellent food and perfect jazz entertainment. Was happy to celebrate my sisters birthday here when we had to do a reschedule. Staff was accommodating and changed for a night that worked best. Did the prefix dinner and a show with the wine and n/a pairing. Absolutely recommend. Paella - 10/10 the sauce? Yes. Salmon - perfectly cooked 10/10 Duck confit - recommend (a little kick but must try, I promise) 10/10 Korean fried chicken - ufff delish 10/10 Dessert: Banana Tart? - Mm hmm that was my fave - there is a sesame crisp I believe that was excellent on that dessert. Tried to get everything - recommend. :) you will enjoy a beautiful night with good food and great music.

The night we came to Ophelia's was such a highlight of our weekend! We were in town celebrating my…read morefriend's bachelorette and bought tickets in advance to a 2000s dance party here. It was everything we wanted it to be and more. They checked our tix at the door along with IDs. It's a large space inside, they have coat check for $4. They have a lot of beer options, cocktails, and even mocktails and NA drinks. I got an NA cider that had a blueberry lime flavor and it was super delish. The DJ... the GFX on screen... the music. Everything was a 10/10. The DJ looked like he was having the time of his life and his energy was so infectious. One of the best DJs I've seen, I even said I hope I can get a DJ like this for my wedding one day because he was so so so fun. The crowd was having such a good time and so many people were dressed with the 2000s theme. The GFX on screen added to the night with hilarious 2000s throwbacks like Paint and WordArt. Plenty of space inside, there's an upstairs with tables and the bar and downstairs has more of a dance floor. Definitely recommend planning a night out here, you'll have so much fun!

My beautiful girlfriend and I just caught a show there, and it was great! Things we wish we'd known…read morein advance, we sat at the drink rail on the lower level near the dance floor (or the standing floor) and seating is on stools only. The upper level had chairs with backs and a more complete bar, which is where we will sit on our next visit. We did not dine, but the food looked and smelled delicious.

Such a bizarre place. River was on Westword's Top 50 Bars for 2025, so we decided to give it a try…read more It's eclectic and definitely has character. The "power hour" is the time to go for the best price. Prices are insane if you go anytime else-$16 vodka and soda?! They do have good ice though. Also, no fountains or guns for mixers- it's all bottled :) Bar tender was very nice as were the regulars. It's definitely worth a try if you're in the neighborhood. I have heard they are leaving to a new location, so make sure you check before attempting to go.

One of the best bars I've been to in Denver. The Christmas decorations are phenomenal. The holiday…read moremartinis are SOOO good, I highly recommend the sugar cookie drink (or maybe it was gingerbread??). They have good deals on shots and beer. There back is cool to hangout as they have a couple pool tables and a stage for live music. The live music was a bit loud - so make sure you like the band that's playing. So glad I found this spot!

We went to this theater to watch a wonderful latin trio called "Los Panchos" and they are just…read moreamazing! They sing so beautiful!! We need them to come back! There is nothing like them in Denver! Congratulations to the theater for bringing them! This theater is nice, the sound was great and everything was very well organized!!!

I enjoy this venue. You do need to find street parking in the vicinity, but there is enough that it…read moreis not an issue. The folks who work here are always welcoming and excited for the performances. We met up with friends to go to a comedy performance and had a fun evening with them. They have a bar and do accept credit cards as well as cash. It is a fun place to see a show.

If you're looking for a true neighborhood bar that actually feels like one, Mead Street delivers in…read morea big way. Tucked into the West Highlands, it strikes that rare balance between laid-back and lively. The vibe is warm, unpretentious, and genuinely welcoming, the kind of place where you can settle in for a quick drink, amazing food, and end up staying all day/ night. What really stands out is how consistent the experience is. Bar manager Brynn and owner Paul are extremely friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and there's a strong sense that they know their regulars while still making new guests feel right at home. Grab a seat at the bar and let their expertise take you away.

What an incredible spot in Denver! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was perfect--cozy yet…read morelively, with great energy behind the bar and even some Olympics coverage on the screens adding to the fun atmosphere. We started with what might be one of the best bruschetta apps: grilled, charred bread topped with blistered heirloom tomatoes (those vibrant yellow and red ones!), creamy burrata (or whipped ricotta-like cheese), fresh basil, and a gorgeous balsamic drizzle. The contrast of the smoky, crispy bread with the juicy, roasted tomatoes and that rich, peppery cheese was so fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend sharing this one! Frankie's cocktails were spot-on too. We went for the perfect pink marg with Tajín rims refreshing, citrusy (heavy on the lime), with just the right kick of spice from the rim. They were dangerously drinkable and paired beautifully with everything. If you're in Denver craving a mix of elevated American small plates, killer cocktails, and top-notch sandwiches in a cool setting, this place is a must-try.