Enjoy your drink at the highest altitude.
Heighten your happy hour experience - literally. These rooftop bars will help you get just a little bit closer to the sun, making for the perfect summertime hangs. See which ones are nearest you and visit today.
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1920 Blake St. - Ballpark
Tap Fourteen features 70 Colorado drafts, craft spirits and a diverse menu of snacks, sandwiches and salads. Even your picky friends will be able to choose something. Enjoy your meal with one of the best views of Denver's skyline.
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2030 W. 30th Ave. - Highlands
Who knew an old mortuary would be one of Denver's top (pun totally intended) hangs? Linger offers a fine cuisine, a fantastic location and a diverse menu. You're sure to linger here for a while (okay we'll stop).
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24 S. Broadway - Speer
Historian's Rooftop Patio offers fantastic views of Denver's South Broadway neighborhood. Enjoy a classic burger, fries and Colorado draft at this Denver staple.
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3200 Pecos St. - Highlands
Avanti F&B is the perfect casual gathering spot. The collective eatery features seven diverse dining stalls and two full bars. The rooftop offers unparalleled sunset views of Downtown. The best part? There's a frozen cocktail bar to really make sure you keep cool in the hot, summer sun.
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2907 Huron St. - Ballpark
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot is home to one of Denver's timeless rooftops. Featuring an effortless ambiance, a consistently bustling scene, craft cocktails and handcrafted food, there is truly something for everyone. Get your Sunday Funday on every weekend with a brunch menu sure to impress!
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2015 Market St. - Ballpark
The ViewHouse Eatery, Bar & Rooftop provides the quintessential downtown Denver ballpark experience. Feel free to bring your friends and family; there's enough room to house everyone! Enjoy a rooftop beer or cocktail to the view of Denver's skyline and the sound of a Rockies game at Coors Field across the street.
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Tamayo
1400 Larimer St. - LoDo
Tamayo is your perfect summer oasis in the heart of Denver's Larimer Square. This authentic, upscale Mexican restaurant will satisfy all of your south of the border needs, above the trees! Home of over 100 tequilas, Tamayo will provide the perfect night in the city.
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1475 California St. - LoDo
As Denver's highest open-art rooftop, 54thirty hosts views of Denver's urban-meets-mountain skyline. Perched on the rooftop of Le Méridien Denver Downtown, 54thirty focuses on craft cocktails and globally-influenced bites that will inspire you to sit, sip, chat and enjoy the sky-high heights!
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2706 Larimer St. - RiNo
Finding its name from the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, American Bonded speaks to the tradition of true distilled and aged spirit craft. Enjoy the newly renovated rooftop in the heart of Denver's RiNo neighborhood while sipping on a Mezcal Paloma or Old Fashioned.
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3330 Brighton Blvd. - RiNo
The Source Hotel and New Belgium have teamed up to create an amazing views + brews summer experience. The home of the collaborative lounge, named The Woods, is on the 8th floor and rooftop of The Source Hotel. The full-service restaurant, bar and beer garden offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, craft cocktails and New Belgium craft beers.
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2463 Larimer St. - RiNo
Head chef of Los Chingones is no stranger to bold, authentic Mexican flavor. Los Chingones goes beyond the street taco and invites you to slow down and enjoy a fresh-squeezed margarita, paired with breathtaking views from one of RiNo's best rooftops.
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846 Broadway - Capitol Hill
You won't have to catch any actual fainting goats here, but you can catch a game or a view! Daily specials, weekend brunch and Irish faves are a'plenty. You can choose from three floors, but the roof is our fave!
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1625 Perry St. - Sloans Lake
Odell is back at it again but this time with a rooftop and food! Catch the chefs at Odell slingin' pizzas and check out the
beer calendar
to see what the brewers are crafting up.
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2501 Sheridan Blvd. - Edgewater
If you haven't already checked out Joyride Brewing's rooftop patio, then we just have to ask: why? This Edgewater gem is the perfect place to cool off this summer. With craft brews and epic views, this spot is sure to be one of your go-tos all summer.
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1012 Ford St. - Golden
Come one, come all to The Golden Mill food hall. Enjoy five local food concepts and beverages from Golden's only self-pour wall. Choose from over 50 taps of home-grown brews, wines and housemade cocktails, then head to the rooftop to soak up those rays.
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3560 Brighton Blvd. - RiNo
What started as a popular Boulder taco cart has made its way to a Denver rooftop! In a partnership with The Vīb Best Western, McDevitt is bringing its delicious Boulder-style tacos to the Mile High City. Enjoy views of the mountains and city while you snack and sip at 8 stories.
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222 Milwaukee St. - Cherry Creek
Kisbee on the Roof reopens for rooftop dining season this summer with the best view of the Cherry Creek neighborhood. Escape the 9-5, and take in some sun, curated cocktails, and light bites atop The Jacquard Hotel.
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1949 Market St. - Ballpark
After opening in April 2023, El Patio is ready to ramp it up for the summer with its mezcal-focused cocktails. Stop by for $2 tacos and margs on Taco Tuesday. Take in the views of Coors Field, or pose in front of the colorful, floral mural for Instagram-worthy photos.
Now that you know where to soak up the rays, head to our Discover Denver page for more of the best things that Denver has to offer!
