Guidebook for Denver
Drinks & Nightlife
Federal Bar and Grill
2544 Federal BlvdTrivia night and free popcorn
Little Machine Beer
2924 W 20th AveStop by for a beer on the way to the game
Disguised as a bookstore, this speakeasy offers some of Denver's best cocktails.
427 locals recommend
Williams & Graham
3160 Tejon StDisguised as a bookstore, this speakeasy offers some of Denver's best cocktails.
Crooked Stave RiNo Taproom
3350 Brighton BlvdAmazing sour beers with a great market atmosphere
Seedstock Brewery
3610 W Colfax AveA solid neighborhood brewery. Food trucks and games.
Joyride Brewing Company
2501 Sheridan BoulevardStop by for a beer as you stroll around the lake
Avery Brewing Company
4910 Nautilus Ct NSome of the best barrel-aged beers in the state
Original brewery location in a charming little town. Great spot to stop on the way to Rocky Mountain National Park.
60 locals recommend
Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
303 Main StOriginal brewery location in a charming little town. Great spot to stop on the way to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Zuni Street Brewing Company
2355 West 29th AvenueTwo patios, live music, and great local brews
Food Scene
Tacos El Paisa
1920 Federal BlvdGreat street-style tacos at a great price
Rupert's at the Edge
2045 Sheridan BoulevardBrunch like a local
D Bar Denver
494 E 19th AveDecadent desserts and drinks. Celebrate!
The Med
1002 Walnut StBoulder's best happy hour
Get here early for a Southern-inspired brunch menu before the line goes out the door
178 locals recommend
Sassafras American Eatery, Highlands
3927 W 32nd AveGet here early for a Southern-inspired brunch menu before the line goes out the door
D'Deli
1207 Washington AveGolden's best sandwich selection
Colorado's best restaurant. Special Monday night set menu at a reasonable price.
106 locals recommend
Frasca Food and Wine
1738 Pearl StColorado's best restaurant. Special Monday night set menu at a reasonable price.
Lunch is reasonable. Dinner is for special occasions. Always excellent.
95 locals recommend
Mercantile Dining and Provision
1701 Wynkoop StLunch is reasonable. Dinner is for special occasions. Always excellent.
Chili Verde
2311 Federal BlvdUpscale Mexican fare. Great margaritas!
Santiago's Mexican Restaurant
2505 Federal BoulevardPopular breakfast burrito spot
Park Burger Highlands
2643 West 32nd AvenueCreative burgers in a cozy space
Rise & Shine Biscuit Kitchen and Cafe
5126 W 29th AveTasty scratch-made biscuits and coffee.
Rotating concepts from area chefs in a hip food market venue. Great city views and a place to be seen as well.
651 locals recommend
Avanti Food and Beverage
3200 North Pecos StreetRotating concepts from area chefs in a hip food market venue. Great city views and a place to be seen as well.
Blue Pan Pizza West Highlands
3934 W 32nd AveTasty pizza "Detroit style"
Monday 1/2 off special
Fantastic wings with flavors for everyone
115 locals recommend
Fire On The Mountain Buffalo Wings - Denver
3801 West 32nd AvenueFantastic wings with flavors for everyone
Federal Coffee
2307 Federal BlvdNew coffee shop nearby
Rhein Haus Denver
1415 Market StGreat food, bier, and bocce. Fun spot to watch the game.
Tap & Burger Sloan's Lake
1565 North Raleigh StreetGreat gastropub / sports bar
Parks & Nature
Hallack Park
3398 W 20th AveIt's across the street :)
Take a walk around the lake and admire some of the best views of Denver.
88 locals recommend
Sloan's Lake Park
1700 N Sheridan BlvdTake a walk around the lake and admire some of the best views of Denver.
Boulder's quintessential park. Try the Royal Arch Trail for a good hike or go all the way to the top of the Flatirons if you're ready for a workout.
649 locals recommend
Chautauqua Park
9th StreetBoulder's quintessential park. Try the Royal Arch Trail for a good hike or go all the way to the top of the Flatirons if you're ready for a workout.
Entertainment & Activities
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Sloans Lake
4255 W Colfax AveMovie watching will never be the same
Sports Authority Field at Mile High
1701 Bryant StBroncos!
Denver Zoo
2300 Steele StDowntown Aquarium
700 Water StWatch the Nuggets, the Avalanche, or one of a number of national headliner tours.
500 locals recommend
Ball Arena
1000 Chopper CirWatch the Nuggets, the Avalanche, or one of a number of national headliner tours.
Take in a ballgame and watch the high-altitude home runs! LoDo district can be dangerously fun.
955 locals recommend
Coors Field
2001 Blake StTake in a ballgame and watch the high-altitude home runs! LoDo district can be dangerously fun.
Sightseeing
One of the world's best outdoor venues, plus great hiking
1973 locals recommend
Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda ParkwayOne of the world's best outdoor venues, plus great hiking
LoDo
The revitalized heart of Denver
Essentials
Safeway
757 E 20th AveClosest grocery store to home. Starbucks inside.
If you need an eclectic craft beer, this cozy shop will help you out
19 locals recommend
Toast Wine & Spirits
3828 W 23rd AveIf you need an eclectic craft beer, this cozy shop will help you out
Shopping
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
3000 E 1st AveDenver's best mall and shops
Downtown mall filled with shops, restaurants, and late-night entertainment
104 locals recommend
Denver Pavilions
500 16th St MallDowntown mall filled with shops, restaurants, and late-night entertainment
Stock up on any outdoor gear you might need for your Colorado adventures or test out a kayak in the river
242 locals recommend
REI
1416 Platte StStock up on any outdoor gear you might need for your Colorado adventures or test out a kayak in the river