2022 is finally coming to an end, which means more gatherings with friends, nights out on the town, or lunches with a partner. Denver’s forever up-and-coming food scene is paired with amazing breweries and taverns that AppyHour® wants to share with you.
It’s hard to choose from so many amazing local choices, but we wanted to make it easier for you- with some of our top bars and restaurants for happy hours in Denver (on AppyHour®, too, of course).
Located in Denver’s Tech Center, this tavern was built for quality guest experience and a damn good time. It’s one of the best places you can grab a coworker lunch, great happy hour, and late night bites. From 11am-2am, Griffin Tavern is a one-stop shop for the best drink specials and cheap food in one of the most cultivated cities in America. Beautiful Denver views and beers can’t be beat at such a great price.
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Happy Hour:
Monday – Friday: 3:00PM – 7:00PM
Specials:
$4 Fries or $5 Sliders of the Day or Dry Ribs
$6 Wings and Tavern Pretzels
$2 off any Draft Beer, Glasses of Wine, and Signature Cocktails
Amazing skyline views, happy hour drinks specials, and downtown location can’t be beat from Tap Fourteen Rooftop Beer Garden. This restaurant is known for its insane mountain and skyline views, while having great happy hour deals from 4-5pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, all day Tuesday, and 10a-3pm on Friday and Saturday. The specials may only be on food, but this local business prides itself on sourcing all of their meals from Colorado. With over 70 Colorado craft beers and cocktails, they are the perfect place to show your out-of-state friends, exactly what Colorado is made of.
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Happy Hour:
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4-5pm, all day Tuesday, 10a-3p Friday and Saturday
Specials:
$1 off Specialty Cocktails
$5 Colorado Wells
$5 Coors Light
$5 New Belgium Mountain Time Lager
$6 Odell IPA
Coining themselves as ‘the Neighborhood Bar’, this quaint pub has some of the best cheap food and drinks in Denver’s growing downtown area. The pub has a full kitchen menu, great happy hour deals and amazing energy encompasses what Denver has to offer. Whether you’re looking for somewhere to watch the game, enjoy a casual date, or get some late night drinks with friends, the Fainting Goat’s rooftop patio fits the vibe.
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Happy Hour:
Monday-Friday 3:00-7:00PM, Thursday-Sunday 10pm-Close
Specials:
$1 off all Drafts, Wells, and House Wine
Deals on Meatballs, Pretzels, Wings, and Caesar salad
Denver is known for its individuality and creative spirit, and this is no exception at First Draft. This unique taproom experience offers a self-service experience to each customer’s visit, allowing you to pour your own beers and an “open-kitchen” but bar? Interactive encounters only add to the pizzazz, but the biggest draw (for us at least) is the amazing happy hour offered here, on weekdays from 4pm to 6pm. With $5 drinks and a kitchen to match, it’s a perfect date night spot or night out with friends.
Happy Hour:
Monday-Friday 4:00 PM- 6:00 PM
Specials:
FD Margarita $5
$5 You-Call-It $5
House Wine $5
Montucky Cold Snack Tallboy $3.50
Look no further for your go-to game day spot. Sports Column in the heart of Denver has been Recognized by Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, and ESPN for being one of the best sports bars in the Mile High City, this is the place to be for cheap food and drinks in the area. Sports Column is home to over 35 TVs, deals on appetizers and drinks for $7, $15 for buckets of cans or bottles of your favorite domestic beers, and bartenders who love to celebrate team wins as much as you do.
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Happy Hour:
Special Deals during NFL Games
Specials:
$7 Cocktail or Draft with an appetizer
$15 Buckets
Outdoor patio, comfort food and a great atmosphere is everything you can look forward to at the Thirsty Lion Gastropub. Located in the hub of downtown Denver, this relaxing space is the perfect place to kick your feet up with a glass of wine, while your kids can still enjoy a meal (all for $15… hello). Happy hour deals at this out-of-home oasis start at $8 for cocktails, and $7 for food. Whether you’re craving sushi, tacos, or the classic chicken tender meal this place truly has everything you need and more. This Denver happy hour is one step ahead, if only there was somewhere to keep up with them all… oh wait.
Happy Hour:
Daily 3:00 PM- 6:00 PM
Specials:
$1 off pints, $7 Wines, Cocktails, and food starting at $7
We all know that holidays are stressful enough and AppyHour® wants to make your nights out, run so much smoother. With all of your favorite restaurants at your fingertips, it’s easy to impress your holiday guests. You could be looking for a place to watch the NFL playoffs, or to grab a drink with your hometown friends, AppyHour® is here to make you look like a downtown Denver connoisseur.
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