Wondering where to find the best dive bars near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top dive bars in Denver, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.
1. Dive Inn
Topping the list is Dive Inn. Located at 1380 S. Broadway in Platt Park, the dive bar and traditional American spot is the highest rated dive bar in Denver, boasting 4.5 stars out of 133 reviews on Yelp. Check out its free games like foosball, pool or ping pong.
2. P S Lounge
Next up is Congress Park's P S Lounge, situated at 3416 E. Colfax Ave. With four stars out of 179 reviews on Yelp, the dive bar has proven to be a local favorite. At this spot, every customer's first drink comes with a free shot—and every woman gets a rose.
3. Sancho's Broken Arrow
North Capitol Hill's Sancho's Broken Arrow, located at 741 E. Colfax Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the dive bar four stars out of 177 reviews. This joint serves up cocktail drinks within walls adorned in classic rock 'n' roll paraphernalia.
4. El Chapultepec
El Chapultepec, Denver's oldest jazz and blues club in LoDo, is another go-to, with four stars out of 151 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1962 Market St. to see for yourself. The spot hosts nightly musical entertainment, including acts like Freddy Rodriquez and the Diana Castro Band.
5. Don's Club Tavern
Over in Speer, check out Don's Club Tavern, which has earned four stars out of 130 reviews on Yelp. You can find the dive bar at 723 E. Sixth Ave. The bar serves up cold brews, whiskey cocktails and more.
6. Candle Light Tavern
And then there's Candle Light Tavern, a Washington Park West favorite with four stars out of 109 reviews. Stop by 383 S. Pearl St. to hit up the dive bar and traditional American spot next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings for greasy grub and bar games.
