Bars & Drinks in Downtown
FTW Denver
One of 27 bars & drinks we've tracked near Downtown.
Things to Know
FTW Denver is an arcade bar and entertainment venue connected to Lucky Strike bowling alley in a downtown mall area, known for its games, food, and drinks in a space that feels upscale compared to Dave & Buster's.
It's a lively social spot where you can spend an entire evening gaming, bowling, and eating—reviewers love the vibe and value, though you'll want to make a reservation and expect crowds.
- ✓Connected to Lucky Strike bowling alley for a full entertainment experience
- ✓Better quality and value than Dave & Buster's with friendly staff
- ✓Food and drinks win people over, with a fun, vibrant atmosphere
- ⚠Arcade games frequently have mechanical issues (broken guns, loose wheels)
- ⚠Cocktails are pricey for the portion size
- ⚠Can be confusing to navigate at first; reservations are necessary
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: 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
People Order
- —Cubano
- —Mermaid drink
Things To Do Nearby
What Visitors Say
All reviews on Google MapsA R
2 years ago
We came here to play some arcade games on a slow afternoon. FTW has a Dave and Buster's feel to it, but nicer. This establishment also has Lucky Strike attached to it, so you can bowl here as well. It's really a great spot in the mall area for an afternoon of games.
J. V
6 years ago
At first entering the building was confusing & getting a server was too. However, the food won me over, the Cubano was so delicious! The mermaid drink was SO good, but $13 for the size of the skinny glass I got, not worth it and I wanted another too.
Joella Baumann
5 years ago
Connected to the bowling alley. Need a reservation. Kinda small, but your dollar goes further than Dave n Busters and near lots of other things to do. Good selection of games and friendly staff.
Eric Tofsted
a year ago
It's kinda like a Dave and Buster's, with the similar problem of every other game having something broken on it. Right gun on Big Buck Hunter didn't work. The wheel on the Mario Kart second from the left was about to fall off. Even the photo booth didn't take decent pictures. Overall I'd much rather go somewhere like Round 1 for a better version of this type of experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FTW Denver worth it in Downtown?
It's a lively social spot where you can spend an entire evening gaming, bowling, and eating—reviewers love the vibe and value, though you'll want to make a reservation and expect crowds. Known for: arcade games, bowling, and quality cocktails.
What should I order at FTW Denver?
Popular choices at FTW Denver include Cubano, Mermaid drink.
What do visitors love about FTW Denver?
Connected to Lucky Strike bowling alley for a full entertainment experience Better quality and value than Dave & Buster's with friendly staff Food and drinks win people over, with a fun, vibrant atmosphere
Is there anything to know before visiting FTW Denver?
Arcade games frequently have mechanical issues (broken guns, loose wheels) Cocktails are pricey for the portion size Can be confusing to navigate at first; reservations are necessary
How expensive is FTW Denver?
FTW Denver is moderately priced, with a 4.4-star rating from 460 Google reviews.
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