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Breckenridge Brewery

2220 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205 · 303-297-3644

2008 Editors' Choice - 10Best Bet Award Winner

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Music: Rock
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LODO. Breckenridge Brewery is all about good eats, beer and sports. It's a casual hangout where you can catch a game with friends or play a competitive round of pool. Diverse menu offerings include everything from Mexican fare to barbecue and salads – something for everyone! Since Breckenridge is a brewpub, they have several signature beers, most of which flow freely on tap. In fact, the brewing process is on display for guests to enjoy.

Churchill Bar

321 17th St, Brown Palace Hotel, Denver, CO 80202 · 303-297-3111

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DOWNTOWN. An elegant hideaway, this quiet, refined retreat provides a subdued place in which to indulge in a drink and a smoke. The liquor list is comprised of single malt scotches, blended scotches, wines, ports, brandies, and cognacs. The extensive humidor guarantees a stogie to suit even the most discriminating smoker. Dimly lit, the interior enjoys a library-like feel with bookshelves and red leather armchairs.

Dazzle Restaurant & Lounge

930 Lincoln St, Denver, CO 80203 · 303-839-5100

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Cover Charge: $$1 - $15
Music: Jazz
Piano
Dress: BC, TBC: Business Casual
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UPTOWN. Not just a fancy sobriquet, Dazzle more than lives up to its name. The popular restaurant and bar is known for its funky interior and stylish clientele. You're sure to find something just right for your tastes, whether it's cocktails in the lounge or a full meal in the dining room. In fact, Dazzle's New American cuisine is nothing to overlook, and dishes like chicken risotto, roast pork loin, and Atlantic salmon are prepared with innovation and skill.

Funky Buddha

776 Lincoln St, Denver, CO 80203 · 303-832-5075

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Music: Hip-Hop
House
Salsa
Techno
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GOLDEN TRIANGLE. Atmospheric, dimly lit, and frequented by a contingent of Denver's most practiced nightlifers, Funky Buddha is a favorite destination. Patrons dress to the nines and take seriously their mission of drinking and socializing. Various DJs spin throughout the week, and music tracks include house, salsa, trance, and hip-hop. An addictive tapas menu and exceptional martinis add to Buddha's already-strong appeal.

Gabor's

1223 E 13th Ave, Denver, CO 80218 · 303-832-3108

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CAPITOL HILL. Perfect for a relaxed night out with a great group of friends, Gabor's provides stiff drinks (well specials are fantastic), tasty food, comfy red booths, and an outstanding jukebox. A bit of old Hollywood glamour can be found in black-and-white movie stills and memorabilia covering the walls. Pool tables and video poker machines in the back room provide a great opportunity to sidle away from the group. Sit back with an ice-cold gin and tonic and a hot basket of fries while you enjoy tunes on the jukebox – you'll hear Led Zeppelin, the White Stripes, and everything in between.

Jackson's Sports Rock

1520 20th St, Denver, CO 80202 · 303-298-7625

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LODO. With over 70 TVs, Jackson's is THE place to kick back, relax, and catch a game. A favorite of Rockies fans before and after the ballgame, Jackson's also caters to lovers of football, hockey, soccer, and many other sports. When you get the munchies, take advantage of a menu that mixes traditional bar food with tasty appetizers. Keep in the spirit with a smothered beef burrito or barbecue chicken pizza and a glass of your favorite brew. Other possibilities include a burger or a sandwich from their large selection.

LoDo's Bar and Grill

1946 Market St, Denver, CO 80202 · 303-293-8555

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Music: Rock
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LODO. Fun-loving folks crowd this lively bar, which has great views of Coors Field and of the surrounding mountains right from its very own rooftop patio. Always eager for a good time, regulars come for dancing and live music on weekends, as well as for a variety of special events. Beverage options include requisite microbrews, along with standard domestics and a good selection of cocktails and shooters. During the day, bring the family for burgers.

Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery

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1001 16th St, Denver, CO 80265 · 303-534-7616

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LODO. At Rock Bottom, they focus on the bottom line – fresh beer brewed on-site. Control of the process ensures that patrons always get the best possible product, and the difference shows. Regulars know, too, that the bar is not only a great spot for microbrews but for sampling traditional American eats. The menu features beef and fish entrees, salads, pizzas, sandwiches, and the like. Happy hour offers good deals and a lively ambience.

Sports Column

1930 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202 · 303-296-1930

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DOWNTOWN. On game days, the air at Sports Column is absolutely electric. You'll find the place packed with dedicated sports fans, whose eyes stay glued to the many TV screens, willing their teams to victory. The menu offers traditional bar eats, including burgers, fried appetizers, and salads. Be sure to don your favorite team's colors, and you'll fit right into the lively scene and the sports memorabilia. The official Colorado Rockies bar, Sports Column was also named by Sports Illustrated as one of the top 25 sports bars in the US.

Wynkoop Brewing Company

1634 18th St, Denver, CO 80202-1212 · 303-297-2700

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Music: Alternative Rock
Rock
Dress: BC, CBC: Business Casual
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LODO. Occupying one of Denver's oldest buildings, multi-level Wynkoop Brewing Company was the town's first genuine brewpub and remains its favorite. The ground floor is a family-friendly dining room with a menu of traditional pub grub and American regional favorites. Upstairs is a classy, often crowded pool hall with 22 tables. If all of them are occupied, you'll have time to enjoy a handcrafted brew – the Railyard Ale and Sagebrush Stout are tried-and-true winners. Finally, in the basement, the Impulse Theater group presents wickedly funny improv to sold-out audiences. This is as "Denver" as it gets!

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10Best searched far and wide before ranking these bars as the best in Denver. How'd they earn their way on the list? Beer selection, specialty cocktails, cool aesthetics, great jukeboxes, hip crowds – we consider it all before deciding which ones belong on a list of Denver's Best Bars.

 

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