Bars & Drinks in Downtown
Herb's Hideout
One of 26 bars & drinks we've tracked near Downtown.
Things to Know
Herb's Hideout is a musician-owned live music venue in downtown Denver known for hosting local legends nightly with no cover charge most nights, located in a historic neighborhood bar setting.
This is a genuine neighborhood gathering spot where regulars and first-time visitors alike are treated like family, with consistently excellent live performances ranging from jazz to funk to blues.
- ✓No cover charge most nights with reasonable drink prices
- ✓Live music every night featuring Denver local legends and quality talent
- ✓Welcoming, chill staff that makes newcomers feel like regulars
- ✓Great patio area and people-watching spot with energetic but friendly vibe
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: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM
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What Visitors Say
All reviews on Google MapsJennifer S. Levine #jennifire
a month ago
One of the oldest venues in all of Denver and a true patron of music, Herb's is a downtown landmark. If you're looking for music any night of the week, get down here to shake your boogie thing! Plus, most every night is NO COVER. The prices are reasonable and space, with the wonderful patio area in back, is better than "Denver cozy." Musician-owned, the quality of talent she brings to the stage is all the Denver local legends. From Jazz to funk to blues and R & B, if you like instrument-driven tunes with full-body sound, keep the calendar under your "saved tabs." You won't be disappointed. Most shows start at 9:30.
Kelsey Selna
3 months ago
The definition of a neighborhood bar. I lived 3 blocks away and quickly became family. Exactly what a place needs to be and nothing more. Come in, be a genuine person you’ll quickly be a member of the family too. I have since moved away and here 4 months later wishing I had one more night with them! See you soon down the road!
Durango Dank
9 months ago
Great people watched place, and the live entertainment the management is bassass! And the owners are also bad ass! The Beer GIRl looking bartender is on the ball. That have good security measures protecting everyone! Last night was funny, fun and hilarious!
Travis
a month ago
Service here is always fantastic and drinks are not overpriced. Lots of fun to be had with live music every night.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herb's Hideout worth it in Downtown?
This is a genuine neighborhood gathering spot where regulars and first-time visitors alike are treated like family, with consistently excellent live performances ranging from jazz to funk to blues. Known for: live music every night, no cover charge.
What do visitors love about Herb's Hideout?
No cover charge most nights with reasonable drink prices Live music every night featuring Denver local legends and quality talent Welcoming, chill staff that makes newcomers feel like regulars Great patio area and people-watching spot with energetic but friendly vibe
How expensive is Herb's Hideout?
Herb's Hideout is inexpensive — a budget-friendly pick, with a 4.3-star rating from 355 Google reviews.
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