Hadn't been to Herb's since 2006. It was fun to go back. Great dive bar vibes. Drinks are…read morereasonably priced, and though I only had water, I heard they make a mean martini. Lots of fun going on - great music, trivia, and of course great people watching. The two bartenders working seemed like fun dudes who were accustomed to the regulars as well as the "irregulars" such as myself. Great place. Give it a shot.

Hadn't been to Herb's Hideout in a while, and went after another event based on the rec of a new…read morefriend touting they had great martinis. Herb's has been around for over 90 years, and they keep it simple--no cover, an alcohol & snack list, and live music. With a mix of regulars and people stopping in who happen to pass by, Herb's is very welcoming. My slightly dirty vodka martini was very good, and at $8/$9 depending on the vodka you choose, a steal of a deal for LoDo!

I love dive bars but I don't like this place. Pretty sure I…read moregot charged for a drink with zero alcohol in it. People are off putting. It's strange to be shunned as a nonregular by a bunch of people who probably get shunned in their lives. Nothing like becoming the thing you hate! And the karaoke nazi can choose to refuse you a song. I've never heard of such a refusal!! Who do you think you are?

Superb for what it's supposed to be. Cool entrance, nice service from horseshoe bar, great jukebox…read more Uphill and less than half mile from state capitol. Would go back for sure.

Been meaning to check out Dirty Duck since moving pretty close to it. We decided to stop by on…read moreHalloween and there was a small line outside. It went by quickly. That was expected because of the holiday. Another line for drinks inside, but also went by quickly. We snagged a booth and stayed a while. We had a decent time and I'm glad we made the stop. Would visit again, but not needing to. Would love yo see the vibe on a non-Holiday night. Very divey but also spacious. There's also a small smoking area/patio.

Forgot to take pictures, but can not recommend this dive bar enough! Megan was incredibly friendly…read moreand helpful, recommending drinks for my girlfriend which she loved! We were visiting from out of town but felt right at home. If you want a cheap drink and good vibes from some funny locals, check it out! Megan is amazing can not recommend her and the duck enough, thanks!!!

Cool bar. Great space in the side for live events. The people were nice, and drinks reasonable…read more I loved the men's room. Just what you'd expect in a perfect little grimy dive bar.

This is a funky little dive bar on South Broadway that hosts local and traveling bands. We saw…read moreSummer Dean here recently and bought tickets ahead of time online. It's mostly standing room for shows, save for one or two small high top tables near the bar. Drinks are good and they have a decent cocktail list. I ordered a drink that had Jones Family gin. We came on a cold night, and it was chilly inside, so I'd suggest to dress warmly in the winter. Cash and card are accepted at the bar, and there is an ATM machine if needed. The restrooms are what you'd expect for a dive bar, so keep that in mind! Overall a cool place to see local shows and smaller travel acts.

Def address the tall man of color behind the bar as "Marquis"... he likes to be acknowledged first…read morebefore taking your order. The French 75s are strong! Beer is on draft or in bottles!!! Atmosphere is chill tho they could use some music out on the patio area...

The Ambiance was amazing and the drinks were so good, they have an outstanding seating area. You…read morehave to go to the bar to order. They're connected to a coffee with a shared outside seating area.

Came here on a whim and can't believe I was missing out on just a classic dive bar! We sat at the…read morebar and noticed every woman who orders a drink gets a rose and the place is like stepping back in time. Everything is well maintained, the staff is very friendly and the owner, an older gentleman was even there. Go check out this classic dive bar on Colfax.

Oh my gosh, how have I not reviewed this spot yet? It is my #1 recommended spot whenever people…read morewant a spot to hang out before or after the zoo, jazz in the park, museum of nature & science. As many have noted, this is just a classic dive bar. Cash only. Short list of beers. Strong drinks. Bartenders with the perfect amount of chatter. And it's made classy by the tang shot they give everyone and the flower they give every lady.

I checked this spot out over the weekend and it was mostly empty, so there was no struggle finding…read morea table. They had a good drink menu, but the vibes just felt a little off with it not being very busy and the ambiance wasn't enough to make up for that. I'm not sure if I went on an off day or if it's always like this. The real nail in the coffin for me was the music they were playing. They have a jukebox system so that bar goers could select songs to play. It was one awful song playing after another, which further brought down the vibe of the place. I'm not in any rush to return.

Don't Go here if you just turned 21. From the moment I walked in to the bar I was immediately met…read morewith disrespect in front of my date. I told the bar tender I have never been treated like this at any other bar and that was almost fuel for this man proceeding to call me "Yougin". So when looking for a date spot to have some drinks think twice about coming to this very clicky burnout bar that's sculpted with middle age men who aren't the most happy with there current situation. If your wondering who to watch out for just think of the show duck dynasty if they let loose of them selves lost the gig in the show box and now works at the dive calling people "Youngins". What a Welcoming Environment.

My friends brought me here because they know I love classic cocktails, history, speak-easy vibes…read moreand art deco. This is located in The Oxford hotel which is gorgeous! There was a little wait for a table to open up but once we had a table we had some delicious classic cocktails! I opted for a martini which was crisp and perfect. Loved the entire feel of this place!

I stopped by Cruise Room for an espresso martini and really enjoyed it. The drink was well balanced…read moreand had a good espresso flavor without being overly sweet, which is something I look for in an espresso martini. Good service and atmosphere is also what makes this place stand out. It has such a unique, classic feel that makes it a fun spot for a drink, whether you're stopping in before dinner or just looking for a cool bar experience. I love the red lighting! Definitely worth checking out if you're an espresso martini fan or looking for a classic Denver cocktail spot.

Great sports bar! We met friends here for some March Madness games last week. We sat right away,…read moreand the staff was very attentive! We ordered beer, cider, and tequila, and everyone in my group enjoyed their drinks. We wanted a snack, so we got the cheese curds and fried pickles. They were both piping hot when they arrived to our table and fried to perfection! Having moved from the Midwest to Colorado, I am always delighted when I find a restaurant with perfectly made cheese curds! Also, their fried pickles are chips not spears (the proper way to make fried pickles) that also delighted me. They have a wall of TVs above the bar. So, we will be back for sporting events.

Just a great local sports bar with delicious wings, nachos, cold beer and a nice selection of…read morewhiskey. Lots of TVs to catch the games.

It's a dive bar. It's a comedy stage. It's a music powerhouse. What is Lion's Lair, if not iconic?!…read more If you're looking for a place that's all heart, loud and proud, it is HERE. Anybody who's come out of Colorado to become a big name has gone through those doors to play on the little stage. From local to traveling acts, from punk bands and karaoke talent to gritty stand-up and flirty burlesque, this place has it. If you're up for a night that doesn't stink of ordinary, swing through that creaky door and take in a most memorable evening. If there is a cover, it's usually nominal. Drinks are cheap, served by a great crew that's always up for a laugh and cheers. Sometimes hitting the town isn't about getting fancy but just kicking back, and this is a great place to do just that off the mainstream treads.

Great little dive bar on Colfax! Came here for the first time last night to see a DJ (or set of DJs…read moreI guess) that we like. The interior is small but I like how the bar is set up kind of in a rectangle so you're actually facing some other people (maybe awkward, but feels more communal?) They had an inexpensive menu of basic beers. They were out of the drink I wanted so the bartender made me a creation that I guess is something the doorman likes - not bad, and I think it was about $10 which is pretty decent for a mixed drink. I noticed a big red counter/clock on the wall across from us and after a few seconds we deduced it was a decibel meter. I'm curious if they have restrictions here for noise - AOK by me. The volume was generally alright (a little loud but what isn't?) and they actually had a sound guy in the corner making sure the volume and quality sounded good. Overall had a very decent Saturday night here.