Denver's Best Irish Pub

A popular local pub that offers alcohol-fueled fellowship and ample Irish culture.

Reviews:

• “Get over it Chew !!”
• “The chair I was sitting on was taken from me – literally!! (And for no good reason)”
• “Ugly ladies, overpriced drinks, and the lovely aroma of regurgitation.”
• “Awesome food, servers, and ambience—cringe-worthy drinks.”
• “Excellent customer service and the best Black and Tan in town.”

Tips: Every Monday features an open-mic show with talented singers, bagpipers and other Irish musicians.

Fado Irish Pub or email Fado Irish Pub

Owner John Nallen’s neighborhood bar is a favorite of local Irish folk and downtown pub crawlers.

Reviews:

• “Best Denver Irish Pub”
• “Fun fun pub. "
• “Just the basics”
• “Great customer service, friendliest staff in town, great pints, the most reasonable prices for a night out.”
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Tips: On St. Patrick’s Day, Nallen’s is a packed place to be for a dose of Irish fun and frolic.

Nallen’s Irish Pub

The neighborhood restaurant and bar gets an upscale interpretation at this DTC location.

Reviews:

• “Great food, Fun atmosphere, really horrible service and most of these reviews, they wrote themselves.”
• “A nice Irish pub, good beers and solid food”
• “Great food and fun atmosphere – great Happy Hour place, too!”
• “horrible service”
• “Darcy’s! What a find!”

Tips: Beer is the default drink at any pub, but try the wine at Darcy’s. The wine list, sectioned by prices, offers an array of selections in every category, at reasonable prices.

Darcy’s Irish Pub and Bistro

A good selection of “jar” (Irish for drinks) helps bring on the “craic” (good times) in this cozy, classy bar.

Reviews:

• “Downstairs is a hidden treasure!”
• “ick!”
• “The absolute worst!”
• “BEST HH AND LATE NIGHT! In Denver!”
• “Great Live Music and Service”

Tips: A full menu is served from 11am to 10pm daily. After that, they serve toasted sandwiches at the bar until close.

Irish Snug Restaurant & Bar

Lively spirits are served with a thick brogue at this Irish-style pub.

Reviews:

• “Friendly staff, great food”
• “Nothing special, but not terrible”
• “Best Pub in Denver, I think!”
• “Best Service & Damn Good Burgers”
• “Andrew James Band”

Tips: The bar opens at 5pm on Saturday and Sunday if there isn’t a baseball game. If there is a game, the bar opens two hours before game time.

Celtic Tavern

Dark, cozy Irish pub boasts a neighborly atmosphere and plenty of revelry; expect traditional flavors on tap and on the menu.

Reviews:

• “The Squealing RODENT”
• “Friendly staff, cleanliness problem.”
• “Horrible Service, Will not return anytime soon, "
• “The real thing”
• “Yum…Irish food!”

Tips: Like the pubs in Ireland, this Cherry Creek bar takes after those in the homeland: No smoking allowed (patio only).

Squealing Pig

Denver Metro’s original Irish pub features popular draft imports, loyal regulars and live music.

Reviews:

• “Not too crowded”

Tips: Check out the weekday happy hour from 3:30 to 6:30, and watch for other specials the rest of the day.

Sheabeen Irish Pub

Aurora pub featuring Irish draughts, 10- to 18-year-old single malts, Irish whiskeys, traditional pub grub and live music; private parties.

Tips: Pop by between 4pm and 7pm, Monday thru Friday, for happy hour specials.

Celtic Isles Public House

This pub focuses on authenticity, with an interior imported from Ireland and regular specials on Guiness, Smithwick’s and Harp.

Reviews:

• “Yikes! What were they thinking!”
• “What a SAD loss”
• “In Response to ronrossi22 comment 7/1/2006”
• “not recommended for republicans”
• “Brian Boru approved…”

Celtic Crossing Irish Restaurant & Pub

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