Sure, you can sit and watch a game in your living room, but there’s something special about watching live sports with other people — regardless of whether your team wins or loses.
That’s why we put together this list of the best sports bars in Denver, from tiny local spots with great ambience to soccer bars that carry European hours to giant sportsbooks with more TVs than you can dream of.
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Best Sports Bars in Denver
Celtic on Market
1400 Market St., Denver, Colorado, 80202
- Hours: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Monday through Thursday, and 10:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Friday through Sunday
- Happy hour: N/A.
The Celtic on Market is unique in terms of downtown Denver sports bars in that it often opens early (sometimes very early) to show soccer games happening all over the world. Fans of numerous soccer clubs, from Arsenal to Leicester City, host wild parties at this Irish-inspired pub that will make you feel like you’re living in a new season of Ted Lasso. This Denver bar also has great food, with a menu that includes a variety of Irish-inspired food and drinks. It’s been considered one of the best sports bars in Denver since it opened in 2000 — you’ll have to stop by and see why for yourself.
Milwaukee Street Tavern
201 Milwaukee St., Denver, Colorado, 80206
- Hours: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. daily
- Happy hour: 3-6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Check out deals on everything from nachos to sliders.
The Milwaukee Street Tavern isn’t just one of the best sports bars in Cherry Creek, Denver — it might be one of the top sports bars in Denver period. This cozy establishment is known not just for its very yummy bar food, but also the fact it has numerous TVs showing all of the big games happening on a given day. It also has mini bowling for when you need a distraction from your team’s poor performance. Would you expect to see sports bars in Cherry Creek Denver? Not necessarily, given it’s such a ritzy neighborhood, which makes this an especially nice breath of fresh air.
Society Sports and Spirits
1434 Blake St., Denver, Colorado, 80202
- Hours: 3 p.m.-2 a.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-2 a.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m.-2 a.m. on Sunday
- Happy hour: 3-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Deals include 24-ounce beers for the price of 16 ounces and two-for-one wells.
This spot near Ball Arena has cemented itself as one of the best downtown Denver sports bars thanks to its cozy atmosphere and ability to show more than 12 games with sound at a time thanks to its sportsbook-style TV wall and second-level Fan Cave. It also caters to fans of many non-Colorado teams, including the San Diego Chargers, Houston Texans, Pittsburgh Steelers, Iowa State Cyclones, Arkansas Razorbacks, and Pittsburgh Penguins. Be sure to stop by for Monday and Thursday night football; endless wings, fries, and draft beers run for $45 from 6 p.m. to the final whistle.
Stoney’s Bar and Grill
1111 Lincoln St., Denver, Colorado, 80203
- Hours: 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday
- Happy hour: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Even though it caters to Cleveland Browns fans (we kid…or not), Stoney’s is still one of the best sports bars in Denver. This locally-owned, Colorado-themed bar has ambiance — there are exposed brick walls, hardwood floors, and a ski gondola converted into a booth — as well as plenty of ways to watch whatever game you please, thanks to the 70 TVs and two 120-inch projection screens. If you have a designated driver, be sure to check out one of the shot skis — it will have you convinced this is the best sports bar in downtown Denver.
Tom’s Watch Bar
1601 19th St. Unit 100, Denver, Colorado, 80202
- Hours: 4-11 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. on Sunday
- Happy Hour: 3-6 p.m. Monday through Sunday or 9 p.m. to close. Deals include $5 pints, wine, and wells, and select $7 appetizers and $12 entrees.
Is this the best sports bar in downtown Denver? That’s subjective, but the numbers do make a compelling case. That’s because this spot off McGregor Square near Coors Field has more than 100 screens, showing all the games happening locally as well as around the country. And since this is a Denver bar, it’s worth mentioning that it also has more than 50 beers on tap, as well as more than 100 specialty cocktails. Be sure to check out the website, since there are frequent drink schedules based on what’s happening in a given week, as well as watch parties for big games.
Best Sports Bars in Northeast Denver
Jordanelli’s Sports Bar and Grill
25 N. Main St, Brighton, Colorado, 80601
- Menu: 9 a.m.-2 a.m. daily
- Happy hour: 4-7 p.m., deals include two-for-ones on your first drink and half-priced appetizers.
This downtown Brighton classic has an awesome old sign, cool brick interior, and some of the best food and drink specials in town — making it a top bar in Denver. In addition to numerous TVs for watching all the best games, you can catch events throughout the week, including a free pool on Thursdays and a DJ on Fridays and Saturdays. Buy a $10 boilermaker to get yourself amped up for a fun night.
The Point Bar and Grill
4050 E. 100th Ave., Thornton, Colorado, 80229
- Hours: 3:30-11 p.m. on Monday, 10 a.m.-midnight Tuesday through Thursday, and 10-1:30 a.m. Friday through Sunday
- Happy hour: 4-7 p.m. with $3 drafts and well drinks
Think of this Thornton watering hole as your main cave — only you get to leave the house and have someone else make you wings and nachos. This sports bar is basic, but it has enough TVs to make watching the game easy and a good enough crowd to make it a lot more fun than your living room. Also, even if you aren’t super into sports, you’ll still enjoy the people-watching and drinks at this fun northeastern Denver spot.
State House
15591 E. 104th Ave., Commerce City, Colorado, 80022
- Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m.-10 p.m. on Sunday
- Happy hour: 3-6 p.m. every day. Deals include $1 off select drafts, well drinks, and house wine.
This huge sports bar in Commerce City has warehouse-type vibes and plenty of TVs to ensure that you don’t miss any of the action as you catch whatever game you’re looking for. Stick around for the food; it elevates the bar food concept with unique sandwiches, wraps, entrees, and more.
Best Sports Bars in Northwest Denver
Cheapskates Action Sports Bar
7501 Grandview Ave., Arvada, Colorado, 80002
- Hours: 11-2 a.m. Monday through Friday, and 10-2 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday
- Happy hour: 4-7 p.m. Monday through Friday, with half-off appetizers and discounts on drinks
This Olde Town Arvada hangout doesn’t just feature all of the major sports you could ever dream of — you can also catch your favorite action sports (hence the name). If you get hungry, you can try a huge menu full of bar food, and if you’re feeling ambitious on the weekends, there’s even a brunch menu. Definitely stop by for a football game: You can snag $2.50 pints of Labatt’s Blue, special “Blucifer shots,” and great deals on appetizers.
The Dark Horse
2922 Baseline Rd., Boulder, Colorado, 80303
- Hours: 11 a.m.-midnight Sunday through Wednesday, and 11-2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday
- Happy hour: 4-8 p.m. Expect a variety of drink specials.
Sure, you might come to this Boulder sports bar for the game, but you’ll stay for the decorations, which include a zany selection of movie props and signage on the men’s and women’s bathrooms that might be confusing after a few drinks. This classic establishment is best known for its burgers, but you also shouldn’t sleep on the buffalo wings (our apologies to CU Boulder).
Red Zone at Pumphouse Brewery
540 Main St., Longmont, Colorado, 80501
- Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday through Sunday
- Happy hour: 3-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, with $5 Pumphouse pints, $6 Pumphouse margaritas, and more
The Pumphouse began as a single-unit brewpub in 1996, and some eight years later, the owners realized that downtown Longmont needed a cool sports bar in addition to an awesome brewery. Enter the Red Zone, which has multiple TVs showing every big game you could ever ask for. Since it does happen to be in a brewpub, you can sample lots of great craft beer as well as a full bar. You’ll see why Downtown Longmont is legitimately very, very cool.
Best Sports Bars in West Denver
The 303 Sports Grill
8025 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton, Colorado, 80123
- Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
- Happy hour: 3-6 p.m., with a variety of drink specials available
This locally-owned spot happens to be one of the top sports bars in Denver, thanks to its friendly service and menu that includes everything from Colorado craft beer to unique delights like the birthday cake shot. There are also plenty of TVs to watch whatever game you’d prefer (it’s especially lit during Broncos games), as well as Colorado-themed decor to make you appreciate the wonders of the Mile High City even if our teams happen to lose.
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111 Richman St., Black Hawk, Colorado, 80422
- Hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. on Saturday, and 8 a.m.-10 p.m. on Sunday
- Happy hour: N/A
Even if sports betting isn’t your thing, there’s something to love at this sports bar near Denver. That’s mainly thanks to the 24-foot video wall, which features every game imaginable. It also has a wide variety of game day snacks, from wings to buckets of beer, to ensure you don’t leave your experience hungry or thirsty.
Fiddlesticks Bar and Grill
10815, W. Jewell Ave, Lakewood, Colorado, 80232
- Hours: 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m.-midnight on Friday, 9 a.m.-midnight on Saturday, and 9 a.m.-11 p.m. on Sunday
- Happy hour: 3:30-6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. It’s $1 off pints and wines and $4 for shots of Fireball. See the full menu here.
This friendly neighborhood spot has been a top bar in Denver since it opened in 1990. There are multiple reasons why. To start, there’s its cool 360 bar and an ambiance that’s just dark enough for you to forget what time it is. There are also plenty of TVs meaning that no matter who you’re talking to, you’ll always be able to see the score out of the corner of your eye. Like the best sports bars in Denver, there are also plenty of daily food and drink specials, meaning there’s an excuse to come back even if your favorite team is out of playoff contention (sorry, Rockies).
Best Sports Bars in Southeast Denver
The Castle Bar and Grill
6657 S. Broadway, Littleton, Colorado, 80121
- Hours: 11-2 a.m. daily
- Happy hour: 4-7 p.m. daily. Check out a variety of drink specials, and be sure to see what’s on sale on any given day of the week.
The Castle Bar and Grill has been one of the best sports bars in Denver — and beyond — for more than 30 years. This classic sports bar in Denver boasts some of the best burgers in town, as well as nine flat-screen TVs strategically placed around the cool sunken bar and a 103-inch HD projection screen for the biggest games. When you aren’t watching sports, you can play at the pool tables and dart boards. Definitely stop by on a Tuesday for the “buy one burger, get one half-off” deal. You’ll see why this sports bar in Denver, Colorado, has been considered a local favorite for decades.
The Sportsbook Bar and Grill Denver Tech Center
9660 E. Arapahoe Rd., Greenwood Village, Colorado, 80112
- Hours: 11-2 a.m. Monday through Friday, 10-2 a.m. on Saturday, and 9:30-2 a.m. on Sunday
- Happy hour: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Deals include $2 domestic drafts, $3 wells, and $3 select shots.
This is, without a doubt, one of the top sports bars in the Denver Tech Center. In addition to the very affordable happy hour and tasty food menu, this spot distinguishes itself among Denver sports bars by showing a variety of different games, including football, soccer, basketball, rugby, the UFC, baseball, and anything else that happens to strike your fancy. Like we said, it’s easily one of the best sports bars in the Denver Tech Center and heck, probably the entire Mile High City.
Legends of Aurora Sports Grill
13690 E. Iliff Ave., Aurora, Colorado, 80014
- Hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11-1 a.m. Friday and Saturday
- Happy hour: 2-7 p.m. daily. Various deals on food and drinks are available.
This classic spot off East Iliff Avenue and Interstate 225 has long been considered a top sports bar in Denver, Colorado. It’s been open for more than 30 years and prides itself on a menu full of “better than expected food,” an inviting atmosphere where kids are always welcome, and a huge menu with numerous types of craft beer and local spirits. Denver sports bars might be fairly easy to come by, but this one will make you feel welcome every time.