If country music is your thing, this massive spot is the place to be. It has been recognized by the Country Music Association as one of the top clubs in the country, and in the past has featured such artists as Willie Nelson, Garth Brooks and Faith Hill. Live music hits the stage seven nights a week, with the crème de la crème flocking here to let their hair down. You will not look out of place when you saunter in wearing boots and a cowboy hat! Free country dance lessons offered every Wednesday night.
Located in a turn of the century stone church, this place is Denver's hottest nightspot and trendiest disco. The crowded main dance floor resides where pews once rested and a high tech lighting system flickers among awe-inspiring stained glass windows. Other rooms adjacent to the large dance floor offer sushi and pizza and inviting booths for lounging. Another room downstairs plays host to local bands. Check the website for cover prices as they vary on the weekends.
At La Rumba, formerly known as 9th Avenue West, sultry salsa dancing takes center stage. Within this spacious and colorful club, decorated down to the bathrooms with art from Picasso and his contemporaries, comfortable couches and sleek tables line the slick-tiled floor which gives way to salsa dancing through the night. This is one of Denver's few clubs that will make you feel out of place if you enter in T-shirt and shorts; dress is very classy. Free salsa dance lessons are also given.
This carefree place has a penchant for all things out of a bygone-hippie era which may seem a bit anachronistic, however the recognizable psychedelia and music make it comfortable. Even if you are not into that music or style, the menu is still worth checking out. Here the kitchen features healthy salads, sandwiches and a huge selection of burger options like the 'Black and Blue Burger', which is a pepper crusted blue cheese monster. On tap, visitors will find Mountain Sun's very own beers, don't forget to check out the 'Dark Side of the Sun' list which features tons and tons porter and stout.
This funky pizza joint, The Sink, on University Hill is one of the best student budget spots in town. The fact that Robert Redford once worked as a janitor here during his short stint at CU is their claim to fame, yet celebrities and dignitaries continue to visit for the burgers, even President Obama once visited. The pizzeria stays open till late, making it popular with the college crowd. It offers three crust choices based on density. Food is made from scratch and they always feature the choice of 100 percent grass-fed beef. Sandwiches, pizzas, salads, calzones-oven baked pizza, you name it; you will find at the Sink.
This saloon is part dive-bar, part arcade and it serves some of the cheapest booze in this college town. The highlights here are great imported beer at even better prices and the old-school Shuffleboard deck. The bar is fully stocked with plenty of your favorite libations and throughout the year the bar hosts various leagues which include teams playing the aforementioned Shuffleboard as well as darts, poker and Nintendo Wii. On occasions open-mic night and live music take the stage; check website for more details.
Located in the Denver neighborhood of Platt Park, the Bear Creek Distillery specializes in moonshine, except this type is not made clandestinely and it's a little more refined. Inside the space, visitors can partake upon a whiskey tasting while they watch how it's made inside the massive copper stills behind the glass. The selections include ten different types of spirit, from white and wheat whiskey to cask-strength rum and pure potato vodka, the distillery covers all bases. If you choose not to drink it straight, don't worry because the skillful bartenders know how to perfectly mix these handcrafted spirits.
For a classy and laid-back night dining on delicious New-American cuisine food and sipping on drinks, while a live jazz or blues band serenades you, head straight to Nocturne! This nightclub and restaurant is set in a large and sleek space, with a relaxed and welcoming ambiance. Pay the USD10 entrance fee (which goes to the performers) and take a seat at the long bar or one of the tables in the top dining section. The menu here changes every few weeks, however patrons can expect exciting and delectable options every time! You can also enjoy a creative cocktail, a glass of wine or a beer at this club.
Head to The Bluegrass if you are looking forward to a fun casual evening. This bar is popular for offering an extensive list of beverages to choose from. Sip on to the fine wines or enjoy some refreshing cocktails, you are in for a great time. In case you feel hungry, The Bluegrass offers a variety of scrumptious pizzas to munch when here. The Secretarait pizza and Funny Cide pizza from their menu have been recommended by their regulars and are the must-tries when here. If you don't feel like having liquor, you can sip on to a cup of warm and comforting coffee at The Bluegrass. Its cozy interiors and friendly service ensure you have a pleasant time every time you dine here.
Odd13 is a great addition to old-town Lafayette's nightlife scene with its great brews, foosball, trivia nights, and live music on the weekend. Fun is at the heart of the experience here, and the brewery's taproom is a lively gathering place for locals and visitors alike. The brew pub's 10-barrel brewhouse crafts a blend of American and Belgian styles, and is especially known for their great selection of sours in innovative flavors like the seasonal Pepo the Picker - a pumpkin flavored brew. The tap list rotates on a regular basis, so there is always something new to try. Founders Kristin and Ryan Scott are passionate about their craft, and it shows in every perfect pull of beer.
The combination of pizza and beer is always welcomed and at this restaurant in the Highlands neighborhood, the kitchen and bar provide a superb example of this combo. Six nights a week this restaurant provides top shelf pizzas and craft beer. Wednesdays are a popular night where the bar slings cheap cans of stellar beer and the Saturday Session is lunch and three beers for under 20USD. The artisan pies use unusual ingredients with dexterous ability, some include Pork Confit, chickpeas, Romesco, almonds and much more. If you are feeling adventurous, try one of these pies.