Great speakeasy-entrance to a dark baaement bar with pool tables. We liked the well-stocked…read morebar,the service, and some of the 'house-drinks.' We disliked the TV behind the bar; sports games drew loud conversations that killed the potentially romantic vibes. They need to choose; it can't be a speakeasy AND a sports-bar.

Our bartender Mariah was wonderful! She made great drinks and was so sweet. Awesome ambiance and we…read morelove the vibe during the Monday night live blues jam.

Retrograde was out of this world! Took a friend from the UK and we both found it to be a really…read morefascinating experience. They really stuck to the retro sci fi theme. Staff were polite and helpful and went out of their way to match us to a drink. I wish I could recall the name of my flaming drink because it was delightful. Also tried a drink with absinthe which felt decadent. Wonderful presentation of the drinks. Two caveats: bring your ID because a pic of your passport won't cut it here! And they have no food on the menu, although they brought us a bowl of kettle corn when we asked.

Retrograde is a great concept. I love the freezer door and the decor inside…read more It took over 45 mins to get 5 drinks though. We were never presented with a cocktail menu, and it was as cold as a freezer in there. The drinks were well balanced and flavorful, but our server who took our order was behind the bar polishing glasses instead of making our drinks. One of our friends gave up and left. Speed it up! There was a line outside to get in. If drinks were made in a timely fashion you would get a lot more business! It would have been nice to see a menu to try something unique as well.

Williams & Graham is probably the most memorable bar I've been to in Denver. We were next door at…read morethe Occidental and only found out about it thru the server. Ambiance is everything you expect a speakeasy to be. It's dark and intimate. The menu is big with a lot of creative options. Service is extremely friendly! I got the Stay Golden cocktail with malt gastrique fries. Both of which were CHEF'S KISS! Too bad I had a flight to catch in the morning or I would've been there all night to try more drinks!

I knew I been here before. They make some unique drinks and I hear the food is good just haven't…read moretried it. Nice speak easy. They had a tough time and couldn't make one of my drinks which you wouldn't expect at a professional classy place but oh well. Cool to go through the book case. Was killing time before an awesome dinner at Wolf's. The drink was the dark crystal

This place is incredible, truly an experience of a lifetime. We were served by Micah and Josiah…read moretonight, they have definitely mastered their craft. My friend and I visited on a Monday night, it was busy but not too busy. The service was attentive and precise, the drinks were PHENOMENAL. I had classic drinks (which is what they specialize in), both the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep. The techniques that they use to craft your drinks allow for the authenticity in taste. The Old Fashioned was poignant and not too sweet, after the first few sips you're longing for more! Highly recommend this bar not only for the drinks but the ambiance. The music, lighting, experience is truly once in a lifetime. 10/10 recommend!

Excellent cocktails! Pre-prohibition theme transports you back you in time. Friendly and helpful…read moreservice, and well-crafted cocktails

This is a really cool underground speakeasy at the historic Hotel Boulderado. It reminds me of the…read moreSan Francisco bar scene. True to the name, they hold one of Boulder's first liquor licenses. Inside is a maze of sorts, as you wander through different rooms offering different vibes and activities. They have two bars, host comedy nights and live music, various types of seating, and a wonderful happy hour menu that people should know about. Happy hour is from 5-7pm on all days they're open! PENICILLIN ($8) // Dewar's White Label Blended Scotch Whisky, Laphroaig 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, ginger cordial, honey, lemon. A penicillin is one of my favorite cocktails; one you don't even find on many cocktail menus. The act they're offering it up, for $8 no less, earns a special place in my heart. MOJITO ($8) // Bacardi Superior Rum, mint, simple syrup, lime. Refreshing on those hot days. Served in a large highball glass, this is an enjoyable sipper. BREADED CALAMARI ($10) // Calabrian chili agrodolce, orange salt, chive. I believe the food comes from the upstairs restaurant, so I wouldn't go out of my way to order this one again. Pieces were inconsistently chewy, dare I say rubbery? However, I was hungry and still chowed down. TRUFFLE FRIES ($6) // Truffle aioli, parsley, Parmesan. These are a winner. Truffley and cheesey, what more can a fella ask for during an inebriated meal? Would order these again in a heartbeat! I liked the casualness of this speakeasy. It makes sense considering they're inside a hotel and people will wander in and out of different spaces. Great place to hideaway or have a date night. Need to check out one of their live music or comedy nights!

Oh gosh... let me start by saying, I hate to leave a two-star review for License No. 1…read more... My husband and I went to the NYE event at License No. 1. We had event tickets for NYE inside the speakeasy as well as the comedy show at 8PM. The comedy show was great- hilarious in fact! I loved the comedians. The service for drinks was very slow and our seats were uncomfortable. Our seats at least had backs on them, the couple next to us had to sit with their back against the wall, which they said was uncomfortable for the duration of the show. After the comedy act, we went in for the NYE experience. The speakeasy is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! The furniture, the decor, the mood, all amazing! The line for drinks was asinine. The bar was crowded with what looked like only 2 bartenders working. And the bartenders were making extravagant cocktails that would take more than 5 minutes each to prepare. It was ridiculous! In my opinion, there should have been a set list of drinks to order that would make the line go faster. My husband and I were at License No. 1 from 8PM - 12:30AM and both only had two drinks each because we didn't want to waste our time standing in line. Also, we ordered dinner at 10PM. I ordered a burger with fries and he ordered a Pastrami Sandwich with fries. After an hour went by, I asked about our food order. It turns out they gave it to the wrong table. They told us to wait and they would bring it out shortly. Fast forward, it's now getting close to midnight and time to make the champagne toast. It's around 11:45PM and still no food. I didn't want to be a "Karen" but at this point I was irritated and hungry. I talked to a manager and he said the kitchen was "a mess", all the food order numbers got mixed up, and he seemed surprised we hadn't received our food yet. We finally received our food around 12:15AM. And what was disappointing to me is that I had paid the bill ahead of time when I placed the order, 20% tip included. We left shortly after. I would love to go back to License No. 1 and hopefully have a different experience, where I can leave a 5-star review.

We enjoy staying in historical hotels and the Hotel Boulderado is possibly the best one we have…read morestayed at. The staff- from valet to front desk to restaurant staff- were all friendly and helpful. Booked a historic suite with the most amazing balcony. The room was spacious and well done with historic touches all in place. The hotel is beautiful and well worth a stay!

Stayed at Hotel Boulderado in Boulder, Colorado and had a mixed experience. The hotel itself is…read morehistoric (over 100 years old), and that shows, particularly in the lobby. The rooms are very ordinary, not as they appear when you are booking. It's also in a great location--very close to the University of Colorado Boulder and walkable to a lot of shops and restaurants. The lobby is definitely the highlight--absolutely beautiful with intricate details, a vintage glass ceiling, and a grand, elegant feel that gives you a sense of the building's history. Our room was clean, and the bathroom was also well-maintained. The surrounding area felt safe, which we appreciated. That said, the room itself was a bit dark, which seems pretty typical for many American hotels. The biggest downside for us was the required valet parking. It meant we never really had easy access to our car unless we wanted to go through the hassle of requesting it every time. Because of that, we ended up just using Uber the whole stay. Personally, I would much rather just pay to park and have direct access to my own vehicle. To be fair, the valet staff were always very friendly and welcoming whenever we came and went. We also ran into some minor inconveniences--there didn't seem to be enough robes, towels, or washcloths available during our stay. Overall, it was fine for a short visit. The lobby is stunning and the location is excellent, but the valet situation alone would make me choose somewhere else next time.

Creative and tasty cocktails, and an intimate and dark Ambiance highlight Bitter Bar…read more The service was also amazing. We stopped on New Year's Eve and they were busy but not crowded. We were greeted almost immediately and presented with drink menus. Our server answered questions about what the drinks tasted like to help us decide as well. The drinks were VERY good and reasonably priced while not cheap, I didn't feel gouged either. This will definitely be on the return list on our next trip to Boulder.

I totally dug the bitter bar! I came for a happy hour drink before my dinner reservation after a…read moreday of hiking in the Rocky Mountains nearby, and I wasn't disappointed. The inside is a little bit divey in feel but more upscale than your typical dive bar. They had tons of seating, and I saw next to a fireplace because it looked cozy (it was). The server was quick to take my order even though it was pretty busy in there (was rush weekend I think for the university?). I had the tin man HH cocktail because my server said it would be the most floral (has elderflower in it) and I quite liked it! Was very refreshing, not too strong. Aside notes: the bathrooms were quite clean. Parking was a little chaotic, some is paid parking and some is free 2 hour. There are only a couple spots right in front, I had to park a few blocks down but it was in 2hr free park by another small business that was closed for the day. I didn't have any issues there. Overall thought this was a fun little bar in Boulder with good happy hour drinks, I would def come back :)

A fun place for happy hour. Check out the late night menu! Great neighborhood place for fun.read more

Came in for pre valentines dinner on the 13th after having this place recommended to me by a few…read morefriends. Food is fine, I got the chicken schnitzel and my husband the tavern burger. The sauce and chicken were pretty bland and after seeing some reviews with photos I don't think I got the full dish. Chicken & potatoes, yes but like a drizzle of butter sauce so that's pretty disappointing. My husband loved the burger. Our server was good and the setting in the restaurant is cool. Dark, vibey.