Bars & Drinks in Capitol Hill
glow lounge
One of 19 bars & drinks we've tracked near Capitol Hill.
Things to Know
Glow Lounge is an intimate underground nightclub in an attic space above Romantic known for house music DJing by Michael Hades and hosting drag and male revue performances, with access to food from the adjacent X Bar.
Reviewers love the small, no-judgment venue atmosphere and appreciate the quality house music and DJ performances, though the space is genuinely tiny and operations can be inconsistent.
- ✓Michael Hades spins house music with excellent vibe and energy
- ✓Intimate, judgment-free underground atmosphere where you can be yourself
- ✓Access to X Bar next door for food and drinks at reasonable prices
- ✓Close-up performance experience that feels more personal than a large club
- ⚠The space is very small—an attic with only six high-top tables and narrow layout (reviewers noted rickety furniture and backless bar stools)
- ⚠No food served in the lounge itself; you must order from X Bar next door and service can be slow or inconsistent
- ⚠Drink quality has been inconsistent (one reviewer's amaretto sour tasted watered down)
- ⚠Serious concerns raised about age verification and performer backgrounds for revue shows
Based on Google reviews · AI summarized
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: Closed
People Order
- —amaretto sour
- —drinks from X Bar
Things To Do Nearby
What Visitors Say
M L
3 months ago
Intimate and fun underground space. No judgment free to be yourself. Michael Hades spins house music with a vibe. You get access to xbar also. $5 for quality music and drinks are not overpriced.
Beloved Estate
6 months ago
First, you should know that Glow Lounge is an attic space above Romantic. It has six rickety high top tables of various sizes with bar stools that don't have a back. I think I counted 21 paces from the stairway to the end of the room. The biggest thing there is the bar. There is no food. You must order from X bar next door and wait for a chef who will not answer you unless you speak Spanish to him or are of Spanish descent. By the way, the chef will not give you any eating utensils, so good luck eating your food. You can take the food to the lounge upstairs in the attic. I attended this place for the "Get Punished" male revue that claimed it was spectacular with dancers from multiple races. They charge $480 for a table to yourself, again the rickety high top, small table. It's $40 for a single VIP, but that is just a back seat near the stairs. I had to leave after 8 minutes. My amaretto sour tasted like water with a lemon. I was the first to order a drink and I arrived 30 minutes early without anyone else present, so there is no excuse. I'm pretty sure the agency is running close to human trafficking because the first dancer couldn't have even been 18. The bar owner claimed he was 18, but even if he was, this is an alcohol, adults only facility. So, it's already an illegal addition. I tried to stay for the second dancer, and again, I'm pretty sure he was not 18 either. By the way, none of them can dance, they lasted 1 minute each, and only took their shirts off- of which I am actually glad because it felt pedophilic. Someone should do a throughout audit of everyone's backgrounds and age. I saw more hygiene, adults, and a clean surface outside on the street at the construction site where a homeless man was touching himself publicly. Don't go here. Furthermore, I got a message to call a random person named "Michelle" about my tickets ASAP from someone other than the owner after they already changed everything.
Sharon Ortegon
a year ago
Went to see diva royale last night as a birthday treat to myself and was thoroughly impressed with the show. The male dancers after the divas was everything a girl could ask for. Who doesn't love chocolate right? ;) Thank you all for the experience. Would definitely recommend!
Ona Comp
a month ago
Love dancing here! Shoutout to Hades!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is glow lounge worth it in Capitol Hill?
Reviewers love the small, no-judgment venue atmosphere and appreciate the quality house music and DJ performances, though the space is genuinely tiny and operations can be inconsistent. Known for: intimate underground spot with live performances.
What should I order at glow lounge?
Popular choices at glow lounge include amaretto sour, drinks from X Bar.
What do visitors love about glow lounge?
Michael Hades spins house music with excellent vibe and energy Intimate, judgment-free underground atmosphere where you can be yourself Access to X Bar next door for food and drinks at reasonable prices Close-up performance experience that feels more personal than a large club
Is there anything to know before visiting glow lounge?
The space is very small—an attic with only six high-top tables and narrow layout (reviewers noted rickety furniture and backless bar stools) No food served in the lounge itself; you must order from X Bar next door and service can be slow or inconsistent Drink quality has been inconsistent (one reviewer's amaretto sour tasted watered down) Serious concerns raised about age verification and performer backgrounds for revue shows
More Bars & Drinks near Capitol Hill
ClosedPIGEON
1431 N Ogden St, Denver, CO 80218, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails with vinyl records spinning
Velvet Banjo
741 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Live music, pool tables, and killer vibes
OpenWild Corgi Pub
1223 E 13th Ave, Denver, CO 80218, USA
Known for: Smoky wings and serious whiskey selection
