Looking to celebrate at the finest cocktail bars around?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the most noteworthy destinations for high-end cocktails in Denver, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best places to thoroughly treat yourself.
1. Nocturne
Topping the list is Nocturne. Located at 1330 27th St. in Five Points, the jazz club and New American dining establishment is the highest-rated upscale cocktail bar in Denver, boasting 4.5 stars out of 260 reviews on Yelp.
In the words of its Yelp profile, "Nocturne is Denver's modern jazz and supper club," as written in the section highlighting specialties. "With equal emphasis on hospitality and music, Nocturne puts out a creative menu from lighter fare of oysters, cheeses [and] charcuterie to the Chef's Tasting Menu: five courses inspired by iconic albums."
Additionally, the business features "Live jazz performances every night from local artists, and the occasional national act. ... The curated wine program, craft cocktail offerings and the art-deco space make Nocturne an unforgettable Denver dining experience."
2. Officers Club
Next up is Lowry's Officers Club, situated at 84 Rampart Way. With 4.5 stars out of 112 reviews on Yelp, the cocktail bar and New American restaurant has proven to be a local favorite for those looking to indulge.
"Officers Club features regional favorites and American classics with a focus on whiskey and prohibition era-style cocktails," the business states on Yelp in the section pertaining to signature items. "Officers Club pays homage to the old Lowry Airforce Base, while still being a contemporary upbeat neighborhood spot. Our specialties include our prime rib French dip sandwich, charcoal-grilled California heirloom artichokes and Maryland-style crab cakes."
3. LeRoux
LoDo's LeRoux, settled at 1510 16th St., is another supreme choice, with Yelpers giving the fancy cocktail bar and modern European bistro 4.5 stars out of 84 reviews.
Yelper Gabrielle W., who reviewed LeRoux on Nov. 25, wrote, "This is hands-down my favorite place in Denver. ... The food and cocktails are very special. We started with two craft cocktails and couldn't decide which one we liked more, they were both so delicious."
And Teresa L. noted, "What a lovely evening at LeRoux. The food was fabulous, service excellent, wine choice unbelievable, ambiance terrific."
4. Quality Italian
And then there's Quality Italian, a ritzy cocktail bar and Italian eatery in Cherry Creek, with four stars out of 327 Yelp reviews. Head over to 241 Columbine St. to give it a go for yourself.
Yelper Michaela P., who reviewed Quality Italian on Nov. 20, said, "Always delicious. I loved the decor — it was unique and a great talking point. ... It's pricey, but worth the money."
Danica S. added, "Loved the drinks, and the fancy ice cube with the layers of flavors that infuse into the margarita was such a cool and unique touch. Would definitely recommend, and will definitely return!"
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