Colorado Springs/ Food & Drinks
Published on July 25, 2019
Colorado Springs' 4 favorite dive bars (that won't break the bank)Triple Nickel Tavern | Photo: Tammy S./Yelp

Looking to try the top dive bars around?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable dive bars in Colorado Springs, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to satisfy your cravings.

1. Triple Nickel Tavern

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Topping the list is Triple Nickel Tavern. Located at 334 E. Colorado Ave. in central Colorado Springs, it is the highest-rated affordable dive bar in Colorado Springs, boasting four stars out of 21 reviews on Yelp.

The bar, which was featured in 2016 on the television show "Bar Rescue," serves beer and barbecue and offers live music.

2. Guthries Bar & Grill

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Next up is Briargate's Guthries Bar & Grill, situated at 1410 Kelly Johnson Blvd. With 4.5 stars out of 13 reviews on Yelp, the dive bar and traditional American spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.

The bar offers beer, spirits and finger foods. Yelpers recommend the wings, nachos, burgers and margaritas.

3. Erin Inn

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Northeast Colorado Springs' Erin Inn, located at 6480 N. Academy Blvd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap dive bar four stars out of 15 reviews.

The bar has a limited food menu but boasts a nightly happy hour with beers on tap.

4. Bottles & Taps

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Another dive bar in northeast, Bottles & Taps, is also an affordable go-to, with four stars out of 14 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4763 Flintridge Drive to see for yourself. 

The bar features steak dinners and offers poker tournaments, karaoke and a jukebox as entertainment options.


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