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Capitol Hill · Bars & Drinks

Best Cocktail Bars near Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill's cocktail bar scene has gotten serious. These are the places that take what's in the glass as seriously as what's on the wall.

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Velvet Banjo

BarOpen

Velvet Banjo

4.8(81)

741 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Live music, pool tables, and open vibes

The Black Box

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The Black Box

4.6(1,274)·$$$$

314 E 13th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Underground bass venue with world-class sound

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12 Spirits Tavern

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12 Spirits Tavern

4.5(97)

420 E 11th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Creative cocktails in a historic speakeasy hideaway

Satellite Bar

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Satellite Bar

4.5(275)·$$$$

308 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Where colfax locals become regulars and friends

Nob Hill Inn

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Nob Hill Inn

4.4(328)·$$$$

420 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Neighborhood bar with owner-painted walls throughout

Charlie Brown's Bar & Grill

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Charlie Brown's Bar & Grill

4.4(1,614)·$$$$

980 N Grant St, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Live piano, roasted meats, impeccable service

Vesper Lounge

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Vesper Lounge

4.4(653)·$$$$

233 E 7th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Killer burgers, spiced fries, neighborhood soul

Salita

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Salita

4.4(413)·$$$$

701 N Grant St, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Rotating cocktails, morning coffee done right

Pub on Penn

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Pub on Penn

4.1(859)·$$$$

1278 Pennsylvania St, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Dive bar with killer lunch burgers and portions

Charlie's Denver

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Charlie's Denver

3.8(752)·$$$$

900 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80218, USA

Known for: Country dancing, drag shows, pure denver nights

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The Wild

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The Wild

4.7(385)

1660 Wynkoop St Suite 100, Denver, CO 80202, USA

Known for: Hidden gem with espresso martinis and fireplace vibes

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4.3(674)·$$$$

1027 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Best pickle shots in denver, killer karaoke nights

The Fainting Goat Pub

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The Fainting Goat Pub

4.3(935)·$$$$

846 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Dive bar with killer philly cheesesteaks

Don's Club Tavern

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Don's Club Tavern

4.3(660)·$$$$

723 E 6th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Exceptional bartenders, endless games and cheap drinks

The Church Nightclub

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The Church Nightclub

3.8(1,196)·$$$$

1160 Lincoln St, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Three distinct dancefloors, one unforgettable night

Temple Nightclub Denver

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Temple Nightclub Denver

3.8(1,045)·$$$$

1136 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Immersive lights and sound across three floors

Club Vinyl

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Club Vinyl

3.3(816)·$$$$

1082 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203, USA

Known for: Multi-level dance club with rooftop views

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