A drink with a view: 9 of the most inviting rooftop bars in Denver
With its amazing Rocky Mountains and downtown lights, Denver is one of the best cities to enjoy from a rooftop bar. And Denver’s rooftop bars have a little bit of everything – from sports vibes to elegance to eclectic. So whether you’re on a first date or celebrating an anniversary with your spouse, enjoy this guide to some of the best rooftop bars in Denver.
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Our Criteria
Of course, everyone has their own idea of what they like in a rooftop bar. Given that Denver has so many to choose from, we’ve ranked each of our suggestions based on the following criteria:
Price
We’ll let you know how pricey each place is, from $ to $$$.
Food
If you’re looking to dine before drinks or nibble while you sip.
Atmosphere
From music to decor, the vibes have to be right.
Customer Reviews
Average ratings based on Google and TripAdvisor
1. Avanti
10/10
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Avanti is part food hall and part drinking establishment with a rooftop bar and seating area – as well as a main level bar and dining area. Located in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood, this collective eatery is unlike any other. Pick up a drink for you and your significant other from one of their 20 draft beers, cocktails or wine, and then have a seat in the rooftop bar. When you’re ready for some munchies, choose between their elevated kitchen concepts: Korean, pizza, BBQ and more. Avanti offers a unique dining and drinking experience.
Also, check out Avanti’s Boulder rooftop bar: https://boulder.avantifandb.com/
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2. 54thirty
9/10
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Located at Le Méridien, 54thirty is downtown Denver’s highest (20th floor!) open-air rooftop bar. Here you’ll find craft cocktails flowing and beats jamming. So relax with your date in the fluffy patio chairs, take some deep breaths and savor the incredible downtown and mountain views.
Nibble on some savory sharable starters like Wagyu short rib tacos, burrata cheese or smoked salmon tartare. Ranked the best bar in Denver for 2021 by Society19, this rooftop bar is a must.
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3. Elevated Rooftop Bar
8/10
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Located in the Halcyon hotel in Cherry Creek, this rooftop bar has a romantic atmosphere with lots of greenery and amazing views of the Rocky Mountains. Sip one of their rotating cocktails, wines by the glass or beer, and savor the ambiance. Enjoy special events like happy hours, brunch, and live entertainment. You and your loved one can try something new like Wine & Charcuterie Wednesdays or their dim sum-style small plates.
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4. FIRE
10/10
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For a unique experience that envelopes art and ambiance, check out FIRE, located in the Art Hotel Denver. Like its name, FIRE has multiple year-round fire pits for couples to enjoy with a drink in hand and magic in the air. Cuddle up and enjoy some conversation – or just soak up the sunset and the city’s night lights.
FIRE works with local partners to provide a seasonal, farm-to-table menu featuring contemporary American cuisine with market-fresh ingredients. The eclectic menu matches the creativeness of the art throughout ART, the hotel. This is a one-of-a-kind experience.
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5. Kisbee on the Roof - The Jacquard Hotel and Rooftop
9/10
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The roof of the Jacquard Hotel and Rooftop has incredible views of downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountains. With curated cocktails and light bites, this dog-friendly bar also has beer on tap, canned beer and wine. Enjoy a few small plates or appetizers for the table. And don’t forget to order their chocolate chip cookies that are baked to order while you watch the sun set over the mountains!
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6. Viewhouse Ballpark
8/10
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This festive rooftop bar has a sports vibe, which is fitting given that it’s a block from Coors Field. Their huge courtyard has grown-up games like giant Jenga, beer pong, corn hole and bocce ball. Take a first date here to relax and watch the entertainment before heading to a Rockies game. Or bring another couple for a double date and a little volleyball competition!
If football’s more your thing, grab a spot on the rooftop with your date and watch the game on one of the big-screen TVs on the rooftop bar. Cheer on the Denver Broncos with fellow fans – while enjoying the views, games and conversation all at once.
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7. The Red Barber
8/10
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The Red Barber has a chill, friendly vibe with 360-degree views of city sights and the Rocky Mountains. Snag some of the seats by a fire pit for an intimate ambiance. Or if you’re feeling a bit competitive, take your significant other to the rooftop yard and play some outdoor games – while savoring one of the craft cocktails created by top local mixologists, including a refreshing frozé. Be sure to check out their hot and cold plates to share with your date too.
And depending on the day, you just might run into one of the many renowned local chefs cooking up some specialties for cookouts or pop-ups.
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8. Linger
9/10
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The décor in Linger is unlike any other – it’s housed in a former mortuary. The inside of the restaurant is layered with macabre remnants, and some of the tables are autopsy tables (cleaned up, of course). The bar counter and roof are made up of Lite Brites – the 70’s toy. During warmer months, the garage doors that surround Linger open up so inside diners can enjoy the weather.
Bring your date to the rooftop bar, which is outfitted with a 1975 GMC RV as the bar and a repurposed food truck as the kitchen. The bar has a good amount of seating both in the sun and the shade. From the rooftop, you can see the charming LoHi neighborhood as well as downtown Denver. The global menu is full of small plate shareables from a wide range of flavors. You and your date can’t miss this eclectic, unique ambiance.
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9. The Happy Camper
9/10
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And last, but not least, is the Happy Camper in LoHi. This rooftop bar made our list because it has such a unique atmosphere. For those outdoorsy couples, you’ll appreciate the camping vibe. From the foliage to the fire pits to the strings of lights, you can pretend that you’re at a real camping spot for an evening.
Whatever beverages you may enjoy when camping, here you can create your own six-pack of mix-and-match beer or hard seltzers. Or try their wine, cocktails or shots. Pizza is the main menu item: meat ‘za, veggie ‘za or chicken ‘za. Be sure to leave room for one of their specialty desserts: s’mores (of course), a cookie dough bowl, ice cream sandwiches and more. The Happy Camper’s motto says it all: “Eat, Drink & Be Happy.”
Whether you’re looking for a quiet evening and good conversation with your partner – or want to enjoy a game under the stars, we’ve shared a little bit of everything.
If you’ve been to any of the Denver rooftop bars on our list, let us know in the comments!
We’d love to hear about your experience.
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