Bars & Drinks in Baker
HQ
One of 21 bars & drinks we've tracked near Baker.
Things to Know
HQ is a live music venue in Denver known for hosting metal, punk, and counterculture acts with affordable drinks and a lively atmosphere, located as a popular spot for the local music community.
HQ delivers an energetic vibe with solid sound quality and great service, though the low stage setup and minimal security measures are notable trade-offs for fans.
- ✓Affordable drinks and friendly bartenders like Marissa who are attentive and skilled
- ✓Good sound quality and well-laid-out space ideal for metalheads and punks
- ✓Diverse live acts and an electric atmosphere that shifts depending on who's performing
- ⚠The stage is dangerously low relative to venue capacity, making it nearly impossible to see the band unless you're in the first few rows
- ⚠Minimal security with no bag checks or metal detectors, which raises safety concerns for many attendees
- ⚠Heat and humidity can be uncomfortable despite Denver's typically dry climate
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Hours
Monday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
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What Visitors Say
Ashton
a month ago
Went here for the first time. It's a cool little venue especially for metal, punk and counterculture shows. But THE STAGE IS WAY TOO LOW for the capacity of this place. You have to be at least 6 foot 7" to see the band members! Also didn't get pat down, metal detectors, bag checks so I am unsure of the security here. The sound seemed good even with my earplugs in. Overall not a bad venue but with such a low stage to see the band playing if you aren't in the first 3 standing rows I will have to pick and choose carefully for attending future shows here.
Joe Peoria
a month ago
This is a cool venue, it's well laid out, the sound is decent, and it's a good place for metalheads and punks to come mosh and have a good time. However, there's absolutely nothing in the way of security at the door. Unlike pretty much at any other venue, there are no bag checks or metal detectors. Unfortunately, in this day and age it makes me feel a little unsafe.
Marissa Poppens
a month ago
Great venue for live shows. Drinks are affordable the acts they get there are great. Bar tender Marissa is amazing!
Lee Carlson
5 months ago
The people at HQ were great but I cannot recommend the venue. It was so hot and humid in there and this is CO....so the humid was probably people contributed. Ewww. I don't plan to go back but I can't say "don't go see your favorite band" based on my experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HQ worth it in Baker?
HQ delivers an energetic vibe with solid sound quality and great service, though the low stage setup and minimal security measures are notable trade-offs for fans. Known for: metal and punk shows, affordable drinks.
What do visitors love about HQ?
Affordable drinks and friendly bartenders like Marissa who are attentive and skilled Good sound quality and well-laid-out space ideal for metalheads and punks Diverse live acts and an electric atmosphere that shifts depending on who's performing
Is there anything to know before visiting HQ?
The stage is dangerously low relative to venue capacity, making it nearly impossible to see the band unless you're in the first few rows Minimal security with no bag checks or metal detectors, which raises safety concerns for many attendees Heat and humidity can be uncomfortable despite Denver's typically dry climate
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