Guidebook for Denver
Drinks & Nightlife
Right down the block, this bar used to be a locals hangout. Recent renovations have changed the look, but the drink specials are still the same! Buy one get one free happy hours from 4:30-6:30 and 9-midnight, plus $2 you call its on taco Tuesday.
82 locals recommend
The Park Tavern & Restaurant
931 E 11th AveRight down the block, this bar used to be a locals hangout. Recent renovations have changed the look, but the drink specials are still the same! Buy one get one free happy hours from 4:30-6:30 and 9-midnight, plus $2 you call its on taco Tuesday.
Just down the block this billiards bar is more of a locals spot, but has great breakfast and brunch all week long (bottomless mimosa anyone?). Plus, they serve breakfast from midnight-4am on Friday and Saturday!!!
21 locals recommend
Barricuda's
1076 N Ogden StJust down the block this billiards bar is more of a locals spot, but has great breakfast and brunch all week long (bottomless mimosa anyone?). Plus, they serve breakfast from midnight-4am on Friday and Saturday!!!
Chicago style pizza and bar. I recommend the thin crust.
10 locals recommend
Nicolo's Chicago Style Pizza
Chicago style pizza and bar. I recommend the thin crust.
Marion Street Tavern
1223 E 13th AveNeighborhood bar
The 1UP Arcade Bar - Colfax
717 E Colfax AveArcade bar with $0.25 games.
"Hole in the wall" local joint with very, very cheap drink specials and Buck Hunter.
9 locals recommend
Williams Tavern
423 E 17th Ave"Hole in the wall" local joint with very, very cheap drink specials and Buck Hunter.
Alpine Dog Brewing Company
1308 N Ogden StGreat local brewery.
Prohibition
504 E Colfax AveBar with great food options and good ambiance.
Old-time lounge where locals sing tunes at the piano & tip back classic drinks on the covered patio.
63 locals recommend
Katie Mullen's Irish Restaurant & Pub
1550 Court PlOld-time lounge where locals sing tunes at the piano & tip back classic drinks on the covered patio.
Food Scene
Best sandwich shop in Denver! Fresh bread and fresh ingredients for every one of these toasted subs.
233 locals recommend
Snarf's Sandwiches
1003 E 11th AveBest sandwich shop in Denver! Fresh bread and fresh ingredients for every one of these toasted subs.
Pizza shop...by the slice or order a whole pie. Gluten free and vegan options.
136 locals recommend
Sexy Pizza
1660 E 11th AvePizza shop...by the slice or order a whole pie. Gluten free and vegan options.
Wokano Asian Bistro
1078 N Ogden StGreat lunch specials and good Asian food.
Great, gourmet coffee shop with small breakfast menu and paleo/gluten free options.
115 locals recommend
Thump Coffee
1201 E 13th AveGreat, gourmet coffee shop with small breakfast menu and paleo/gluten free options.
Dazbog Coffee
1201 E 9th AveDenver original coffee chain.
New York style pizza by the slice or order a whole pizza. Open late (3am).
40 locals recommend
Benny Blancos
616 E 13th AveNew York style pizza by the slice or order a whole pizza. Open late (3am).
Jelly Cafe
600 E 13th AveBreakfast restaurant known for throwback fusions.
Potager
1109 N Ogden StFancier restaurant with season menu.
The Corner Beet
1401 N Ogden StVegetarian and vegan friendly cafe with cold pressed juice.
Pizza shop and bar with unique pizza options by the slice and Italian fair.
37 locals recommend
Slice Works
700 E Colfax AvePizza shop and bar with unique pizza options by the slice and Italian fair.
Cheba Hut Toasted Subs
638 E Colfax AveSub shop inspired by the marijuana industry.
Watercourse Foods
837 East 17th AvenueVegan and vegetarian restaurant with great happy hour deals.
Steuben's
523 E 17th AveAmerican comfort food made fancy, this is a classic Denver eatery.
American food joint specializing in burgers. Sister restaurant to Park Burger, a Denver burger joint favored by locals and tourists alike.
50 locals recommend
Park & Co.
439 E 17th AveAmerican food joint specializing in burgers. Sister restaurant to Park Burger, a Denver burger joint favored by locals and tourists alike.
Ping Pong bar, with plenty of tables indoors and out and Asian inspired food.
175 locals recommend
Ace Eat Serve
501 E 17th AvePing Pong bar, with plenty of tables indoors and out and Asian inspired food.
The Avenue Grill
630 E 17th AveNice restaurant with white table clothes and fancier fare.
Illegal Grounds Coffeehouse
925 E 17th AveLocal coffee shop that has been around for years.
Vegan restaurant and bar with great happy hour deals and bakery items.
357 locals recommend
City O' City
206 E 13th AveVegan restaurant and bar with great happy hour deals and bakery items.
Iconic doughnut shop open 24 hours (cash only). Don't forget to ask if they have any $5 boxes available!
255 locals recommend
Voodoo Doughnut - Colfax
1520 E Colfax AveIconic doughnut shop open 24 hours (cash only). Don't forget to ask if they have any $5 boxes available!
Irish Snug
1201 E Colfax AveLocal Irish bar with great pub food and Guinness.
Kingas Lounge
1509 N Marion StPolish bar with comedy nights and great, authentic Polish food.
Breakfast restaurant with two locations in Denver.
60 locals recommend
Sassafras American Eatery Capitol Hill
320 E Colfax AveBreakfast restaurant with two locations in Denver.
Fork & Spoon
341 E Colfax AveLocals breakfast restaurant with great home style breakfast potatoes.
Thai Monkey Club
406 E Colfax AveA Denver classic for Thai food. Plus, they deliver!
Tycoon Ramen and Sushi Bar
338 E Colfax AveNew ramen joint with extensive menu for other options.
Great taco joint with unique options, including vegetarian and vegan choices!
70 locals recommend
Torchys Tacos
1085 N BroadwayGreat taco joint with unique options, including vegetarian and vegan choices!
Make Believe Bakery
214 E 13th AveGreat local bakery with vegan options as well!
Essentials
7-Eleven
1090 N Ogden StOpen 24 hours
King Soopers
1155 E 9th AveOpen 24 hours
Just in case you might need to pick up a lock or something?
8 locals recommend
9th Avenue Hardware Company
1030 E 9th AveJust in case you might need to pick up a lock or something?
Natural Grocers
3757 Brighton BlvdOrganic grocery store.
Argonaut Wine & Liquor
760 E Colfax AveLiquor warehouse.
Skyline Spirits
939 E 11th AveSmall corner liquor store
St Joseph Hospital Foundation
1895 Franklin StGreat hospital less than 1 mile away.
Helena's Nails
1010 E 11th AveNail shop
Arts & Culture
Molly Brown House Museum
1340 Pennsylvania StHouse and museum for the unsinkable Molly Brown.
Denver Art Museum
100 W 14th Ave PkwyFree Saturdays on the first week-end of the month.
Botanical showcase for native & international plants, plus events & educational & research programs.
1100 locals recommend
Denver Botanic Gardens
1007 York StBotanical showcase for native & international plants, plus events & educational & research programs.
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is a municipal natural history and science museum in Denver, Colorado. It is a resource for informal science education in the Rocky Mountain region.
1094 locals recommend
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
2001 Colorado BlvdThe Denver Museum of Nature & Science is a municipal natural history and science museum in Denver, Colorado. It is a resource for informal science education in the Rocky Mountain region.
Entertainment & Activities
Ogden Theatre
935 E Colfax AveMusic venue located in historic theater.
Fillmore Auditorium
1510 N Clarkson StMusic venue
Sprawling facility with animal exhibits, shows & demonstrations, plus venues for eating & shopping.
884 locals recommend
Denver Zoo
2300 Steele StSprawling facility with animal exhibits, shows & demonstrations, plus venues for eating & shopping.
Sightseeing
The state Capitol Building. The doom of the building is covered in 24 karate, pure Colorado gold. Tour the dome and see the city skyline set in front of the mountain skyline, Monday-Friday on a free, 45 minute walking tour.
227 locals recommend
Colorado State Capitol
200 E Colfax AveThe state Capitol Building. The doom of the building is covered in 24 karate, pure Colorado gold. Tour the dome and see the city skyline set in front of the mountain skyline, Monday-Friday on a free, 45 minute walking tour.
The 16th Street Mall is a pedestrian and transit mall in Denver, Colorado. It is home to over 300 locally owned/chain stores, over 50 restaurants, and the Denver Pavilions (mall). Traditionally, street performing has been very popular on the mall, with many local folk, country, and vocal musicians gaining recognition in pop culture. Other types of performers, such as dancers, actors, impressionists, and comedians have also used the popular location as a prime venue for discovery. It is serviced by a free shuttle bus service, operated by the Regional Transportation District (RTD), known as the Free MallRide.
871 locals recommend
16th Street Mall
16th Street MallThe 16th Street Mall is a pedestrian and transit mall in Denver, Colorado. It is home to over 300 locally owned/chain stores, over 50 restaurants, and the Denver Pavilions (mall). Traditionally, street performing has been very popular on the mall, with many local folk, country, and vocal musicians gaining recognition in pop culture. Other types of performers, such as dancers, actors, impressionists, and comedians have also used the popular location as a prime venue for discovery. It is serviced by a free shuttle bus service, operated by the Regional Transportation District (RTD), known as the Free MallRide.
Shopping
Funky store featuring new & vintage fashions, accessories, homewares, makeup & gifts.
8 locals recommend
Queen City General Store
Funky store featuring new & vintage fashions, accessories, homewares, makeup & gifts.
Hip chain that buys, sells, trades trendy vintage & used clothing & accessories for men & women.
49 locals recommend
Buffalo Exchange
51 BroadwayHip chain that buys, sells, trades trendy vintage & used clothing & accessories for men & women.
Wax Trax
638 E 13th AveMusic and record shop
Kilgore Books
624 E 13th AveSmall, local shop with new and used books
This shopping mall offers over 40 restaurants, shops, & entertainment venues, plus indoor parking.
104 locals recommend
Denver Pavilions
500 16th St MallThis shopping mall offers over 40 restaurants, shops, & entertainment venues, plus indoor parking.