Denver Suburbs · Aurora, Lakewood & Beyond
Best Bars & Drinks near Denver Suburbs
The suburban bar scene is more neighborhood than nightlife, but there are gems if you know where to look. Some of the best dive bars in the metro are out here.
Top picks: The Brutal Poodle (4.7★), Platte River Bar and Grill (4.4★), Dirty Dogs Roadhouse (4.5★). 66 bars & drinks tracked in and around Denver Suburbs.
Top Local Picks
The Brutal Poodle
1967 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210, USA
Known for: Dive bar meets gourmet kitchen, free pinball
Platte River Bar and Grill
5995 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120, USA
Known for: Legendary service and classic bar fare
Dirty Dogs Roadhouse
17999 W Colfax Ave, Golden, CO 80401, USA
Known for: Eclectic roadhouse vibes with live entertainment
ViewHouse
2680 Main St, Littleton, CO 80120, USA
Known for: Rooftop views with mountain sunset energy
The Lake House Kitchen & Tavern
8026 W Bowles Ave, Littleton, CO 80123, USA
Known for: Lakeside patio dining with sunset views
More bars & drinks near Denver Suburbs
Legends of Aurora Sports Grill
13690 E Iliff Ave, Aurora, CO 80014, USA
Known for: Sports bar with tons of TVs and good vibes
Wide Open Saloon
5607 US-85, Sedalia, CO 80135, USA
Known for: Burgers and live bands in a welcoming space
The Lazy Greyhound
2570 Main St, Littleton, CO 80120, USA
Known for: Creative cocktails in a beautifully curated space
Adrift
218 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80209, USA
Known for: Tropical drinks that actually taste intentional
Noonan's Sports Bar & Grill
13521 E Iliff Ave, Aurora, CO 80014, USA
Known for: Sports bar with outstanding green chile
HANGAR 101 Billiards Bowling Bar & Grill
7575 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood, CO 80232, USA
Known for: Bowling, billiards, and fire-oven pizza
Living The Dream Brewing at Highlands Ranch
9150 Commerce Center Cir #300, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129, USA
Known for: Dog-friendly brewery with great colorado vibes
The Frontier Club
18881 E Colfax Ave #4, Aurora, CO 80011, USA
Known for: Locals hangout with killer sandwiches
Stampede
2430 S Havana St, Aurora, CO 80014, USA
Known for: Country dancing venue with weekly events
The Lucky Mutt
5500 S Simms St Unit q, Littleton, CO 80127, USA
Known for: Sports bar with homemade green chili
Englewood Grand
3435 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails and kooky movies, locally owned
Milk Bar
1037 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Known for: Dance bar with rooms for every mood
Cedar Creek Pub
2100 N Ursula St, Aurora, CO 80045, USA
Known for: Comfort food and craft beer in one spot
Prost Brewing Co. — Highlands Ranch
53 Centennial Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129, USA
Known for: Authentic german beer garden with local brews
The Angry Clover
15350 E Smoky Hill Rd, Aurora, CO 80015, USA
Known for: Dive bar vibes with live music nights
The Rusty Bucket Bar and Grill
3355 S Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80227, USA
Known for: Perfectly medium burgers and live weekend music
Backstreet Tavern and Grill
1150 S Galena St, Aurora, CO 80247, USA
Known for: Neighborhood bar with homemade comfort food
Lakeview Lounge
2375 Sheridan Blvd, Edgewater, CO 80214, USA
Known for: Cash only, cheap beer, sloan's lake views
Tavern On 26th
10040 W 26th Ave, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA
Known for: Live music and karaoke every week
The Englewood Tavern
4386 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USA
Known for: Live music, tex-mex, and true neighborhood charm
Fraco's Bar and Live Music
5302 S Federal Cir # A, Littleton, CO 80123, USA
Known for: Line dancing, live music, friendly vibes
Social Bar & Lounge
3625 W Bowles Ave #9, Littleton, CO 80123, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails, live music, local energy
TrashHawk Tavern
1539 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210, USA
Known for: Cheap drinks, free franks, killer vibes
Whispers On Havana
1535 S Havana St a, Aurora, CO 80012, USA
Known for: Karaoke every night, welcoming to everyone
The Barrel Room Sports Bar and Grill
1350 Colorado Mills Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80401, USA
Known for: Elk burger and whiskey in a shooting range
Longshot Restaurant and Lounge
3665 S Federal Blvd, Englewood, CO 80110, USA
Known for: Neighborhood bar with darts and friendly regulars
Ballmer Peak Distillery - Green Mountain
12347 W Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80228, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails with creative seasonal twists
Lion's Lair
2022 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206, USA
Known for: Live music, comedy, and local talent hub
Western Sky Bar & Taproom
4361 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USA
Known for: Englewood's welcoming living room bar
Rare Karaoke Cafe
9535 Park Meadows Dr Unit f, Lone Tree, CO 80124, USA
Known for: Karaoke bar where everyone gets to sing
Upstairs Circus DTC
5370 Greenwood Plaza Blvd #106, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, USA
Known for: Craft, create, and cocktail together
Squire Lounge
1800 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80218, USA
Known for: Live music and cheap drinks on colfax
Steel Tips Bar
15162 E Hampden Ave, Aurora, CO 80014, USA
Known for: Serious darts, cheap drinks, pure dive bar
Gangnam GT Lounge & Karaoke
1930 S Havana St unit 15, Aurora, CO 80014, USA
Known for: Private karaoke rooms with killer korean food
Dubb's Pub
5301 S Broadway, Littleton, CO 80121, USA
Known for: Karaoke nights and killer street tacos
Social Bar & Lounge
240 Village Park Dr Ste 100, Littleton, CO 80122, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails in a cozy, stylish lounge
The Devil’s Drink
1553 Platte St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails with theatrical flair
Halo Rooftop Bar
6985 E Chenango Ave, Denver, CO 80237, USA
Known for: Stunning rooftop views, hit-or-miss cocktails
Majestic Saloon
3140 S Parker Rd, Aurora, CO 80014, USA
Known for: Old-school dive bar with killer Mexican food
The Cove
10672 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226, USA
Known for: Lakewood's friendliest dive bar escape
Semiprecious
2839 W 44th Ave Ste 101, Denver, CO 80211, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails without the pretension or markup
Zoe's Lounge
2893 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USA
Known for: Free bingo, pool, and welcoming vibes
Famous Door 2
15220 E Hampden Ave, Aurora, CO 80014, USA
Known for: Pool, darts, and trivia nights galore
Broadway's Shot Spot
4011 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USA
Known for: Elevated cocktails with a broadway theater vibe
Olde Town Social
5610 Yukon St, Arvada, CO 80002, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails and shareable tapas plates
Casual Lounge
65 W Floyd Ave, Englewood, CO 80110, USA
Known for: Dive bar games and chill neighborhood vibes
El Potrero Night Club
4501 E Virginia Ave, Glendale, CO 80246, USA
Known for: Latino nightlife with late-night dancing vibes
Sean's Tavern
10395 E Iliff Ave, Aurora, CO 80247, USA
Known for: Live music venue with affordable drinks
Cazadores Bar
1470 Jamaica St, Aurora, CO 80010, USA
Known for: Latin party vibes, drama-free dancing
The Nest Bar
8807 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA
Known for: Friendly dive bar with killer cocktails
The Night Owls Bar and Speakeasy
14500 W Colfax Ave Suite 359, Lakewood, CO 80401, USA
Known for: Whiskey-forward cocktails in a speakeasy basement
Highline Lounge
7950 E Mississippi Ave, Aurora, CO 80247, USA
Known for: Pool, karaoke, and local regulars
Las Adelitas Night Club
11249 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80010, USA
Known for: Weekend dancing and drinks with friends
The Draft Society
5428 S Parker Rd, Aurora, CO 80015, USA
Known for: Serious food, serious beer, serious sports
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2043 S University Blvd, Denver, CO 80210, USA
Known for: Craft cocktails and zero-proof drinks welcomed
Lila B. Lounge
5345 Landmark Pl, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, USA
Known for: Cute décor, pricey drinks, spotty service
Ultra Lounge East
9755 E Hampden Ave, Denver, CO 80231, USA
Known for: Themed nights, quality cocktails, energetic vibes
Mala Fama Social Cantina
5660 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214, USA
Known for: Dancing, great people, high-energy nights
Santana’s Cantina
2598 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210, USA
Known for: Fresh ceviche and legendary customer service
Tree House - at Larimer Lounge
2719 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205, USA
Known for: Free live house music in the riño district
Ultra Lounge West
8971 Yates St, Westminster, CO 80031, USA
Known for: Live music venue with a troubled ownership situation
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