Denver's Best See and Be Seen Bar

Architectural splendor and the thrill of dipping come together beautifully at this hip, sophisticated restaurant.

Reviews:

• “Fun place to be”
• “Wonderful Food, Knowledgeable staff!!”
• “Favorite place in Denver”
• “Great first date spot”
• “amazing food”

Tips: Got reservations? You may still wait. Grab a drink—the bar has good service and is curved, so you can have conversations with people three stools down.

Vesta Dipping Grill or email Vesta Dipping Grill

Golden Triangle hotspot features high-end Vegas-style clubbing experience, with features including bottle service, VIP booths and beds, and a large dance floor.

Reviews:

• “Right place for the right people”
• “BE CAREFUL”
• “Great Vibe!”
• “Great new place to dance!”

Tips: The club also can host private parties. Call for more info and to book.

Sutra Nightclub

Latin flavors and sexy crowds fuse with Havana-style sophistication at this exotic LoDo restaurant and bar.

Reviews:

• “Best food ever!”
• “Great drinks, great location and the food is fantastic”
• “Great sangria, romantic atmosphere, tasty and unique food”
• “Check out the happy hour…… MOJITOS!”
• “Excellent Food and MOJITOS!”

Tips: Purchase a cigar in the true spirit of Cuban extravagance.

Samba Room or email Samba Room

This cool “American cantina” makes a splash on the scene with giant margaritas and Nuevo cuisine.

Reviews:

• “Medicore food, tacky night spot”
• “Best restaurant/bar in Denver!”
• “Average food, strong drinks”
• “best date spot”
• “Hip place without the high price tag”

Tips: Order one of many excellent margaritas, including martini, mango, melon and peach varieties. Or choose from the more than 20 premium tequilas available.

Lime

This former cathedral pumps up the volume and praises the electronic gods on the dance floor.

Reviews:

• “Was not totally impressed”
• “Goth Night”
• “Better for the stories than for the experience!”
• “This is where you will be Fri. Nights”
• “One of the Best”

Tips: Take a break with a good view on the rooftop patio.

The Church

Tamayo’s owner brings Asian-Latin fusion fare and a colorful scene to Riverfront Park.

Reviews:

• “Great Overall”
• “Best California rolls in town”
• “Posh Place to Start or Dine -Downtown, Denver”
• “Best pre-game spot!!”
• “Not worth the hype”

Tips: There’s a small parking lot in the back of the restaurant.

Zengo or email Zengo

This South of Colfax club is so trendy, it’s like being transported to Hollywood or South Beach.

Reviews:

• “Females Beware”
• “Ehhhh Skip It”
• “Lovely staple being remodeled… Can’t wait!!!”
• “I thought this place would be classy”
• “Great Service”

Tips: Bypass the long lines with a $100 table reservation. The amount goes toward your tab and gets you and four friends a place to sit.

Funky Buddha Lounge

Upscale, elegant LoDo lounge serves classy cocktails in a lush and moody setting.

Reviews:

• “Lacking class”
• “Ghetttooooo…..and mean servers”
• “Racing like a pss horse”
• “Exclusive Private Entrance? LOL”
• “SMELLY”

Tips: It’s tough to find street parking. But if you get there early enough, grab a spot in the lot across the street, behind Old Chicago.

Monarck

Above-average beers, prime cuts of protein and loads of swanky bar culture.

Reviews:

• “Food is good, everything else wasn’t”
• “GREAT PLACE TO GO!”
• “An awesome place for a Christmas Party.”
• “Worst experience ever!”
• “Gorgonzola filet & a dirty cajun martini…”

Tips: Need quiet time? Avoid the crowds and save money in the late afternoon.

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