Run For The Roses
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Into the alley mid-Dairy Block, up the stairs, onto the elevator, down a narrow subterranean hallway, through a door in an etched glass wall you'll discover Run For The Roses (RFTR), a swank cocktail... Read More
Into the alley mid-Dairy Block, up the stairs, onto the elevator, down a narrow subterranean hallway, through a door in an etched glass wall you'll discover Run For The Roses (RFTR), a swank cocktail lounge that projects both a cozy intimacy and light, sleek aesthetic. RFTR's libation menu is a deck of cards, each card featuring a cocktail and its ingredients, classic to contemporary. Aspiring mixologists can buy a deck for $11 then try to create them all at home. Our tip: the White Lady is a must-try. Down for a beverage adventure? Shuffle the deck and order whatever lands on top. There's no wrong choice. If booze leaves you peckish in the very early morning hours, order the satiating breakfast Sammy with spam like you've never experienced it before, served until last call at 1:45 a.m. Other small bites include shrimp cocktail and deviled eggs.
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Address:
1801 Blake Street, Suite 10
Denver, CO 80202
720.573.9155
Hours:
- Thu-Sun 5pm-2am
Website:
rftrbar.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Christine Loomis
Denver Local Expert
- Best Nightlife: "For $300 annually you can join RFTR's member's club. You'll get a safety deposit box and each month cocktail kits, rare spirits, tickets to events or other surprises will appear in it."
- Recommended as Best Nightlife Because: Even in a city with no lack of swanky joints serving up stellar cocktails with an atmosphere to match, Run For The Roses stands out.