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Bars & Drinks in Denver Suburbs

Wide Open Saloon

4.5
1,624 Google reviews$$ · Moderate

Rates above the average for bars & drinks near Denver Suburbs — one of 65 we've tracked here.

Things to Know

Wide Open Saloon is a casual dining and live music venue known for its burgers, cheesesteaks, and distinctive atmosphere with attentive service from standout staff members.

Most visitors praise the friendly staff, quality comfort food, and relaxed atmosphere, though service can be inconsistent depending on how busy the bartender is.

  • Burgers and brisket cheesesteaks are consistently delicious and worth returning for
  • Staff goes above and beyond—like providing ingredient lists for dietary restrictions and remembering regular customers
  • Live music performances and dog-friendly outdoor seating add to the appeal
  • Fries are excellent enough to visit solo for
  • Bartender favoritism toward regulars can leave other customers feeling ignored, even when the bar isn't busy

How this is written: we run the full set of recent Google reviews through AI to pull out what guests consistently say — including the complaints, which is why there's a downsides list rather than only the good bits. It's rewritten as new reviews come in, so it describes the hotel as it is now, not as it was whenever someone last got round to writing a paragraph about it. Read the reviews yourself on Google Maps.

Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Closed now

People Order

  • burger
  • brisket cheesesteak
  • pulled pork with potato salad and coleslaw
  • fries
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Karina Rush

a month ago

The food was delicious. We got the burger and the brisket cheesesteak, and both were incredible. Mikalah was our server and the service was very friendly and fast! The atmosphere is distinctive and added to the overall experience. We will definitely be coming back.

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Greg Jones

a month ago

Haley was amazing. We always love coming here and everything is always amazing. The atmosphere is perfect. Everyone is always so nice. Haley was just a bright light. Thank you.

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Cade Lee

5 months ago

It is truly disappointing to see a local establishment I once enjoyed decline to this level of service. I visited on a Saturday when the bar was not particularly busy, yet I was systematically ignored by the bartender. It was clear that priority was given exclusively to 'regulars' and personal friends, while other customers were left waiting for even basic acknowledgment. ​The lack of professionalism was solidified when I spent 20 minutes simply trying to get a to-go box and place an order for one last beverage. I never even got the chance to order that final drink because the bartender was too busy making the rounds with his 'inner circle' to notice anyone else. As a local to this area, it is a shame to see such blatant favoritism and poor management. I won’t be returning.

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Bob Kane

3 months ago

First time I've ever been here and I was presently surprised. The food and service were great. Atmosphere was very relaxing. I had the cheesesteak and fries. The cheesesteak was good and the fries were excellent. I'd go there again just for the fries. It was also nice that they had an open area for our dog.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wide Open Saloon worth it in Denver Suburbs?

Most visitors praise the friendly staff, quality comfort food, and relaxed atmosphere, though service can be inconsistent depending on how busy the bartender is. Known for: burgers and live bands in a welcoming space.

What should I order at Wide Open Saloon?

Popular choices at Wide Open Saloon include burger, brisket cheesesteak, pulled pork with potato salad and coleslaw, fries.

What do visitors love about Wide Open Saloon?

Burgers and brisket cheesesteaks are consistently delicious and worth returning for Staff goes above and beyond—like providing ingredient lists for dietary restrictions and remembering regular customers Live music performances and dog-friendly outdoor seating add to the appeal Fries are excellent enough to visit solo for

Is there anything to know before visiting Wide Open Saloon?

Bartender favoritism toward regulars can leave other customers feeling ignored, even when the bar isn't busy

How expensive is Wide Open Saloon?

Wide Open Saloon is moderately priced, with a 4.5-star rating from 1,624 Google reviews.

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