Denver’s 10 Best patio Bars 2025
Where to Sip, Soak Up the Sun, and Enjoy the Mile High Life
If there’s one thing Denverites know how to do right, it’s patio season. Whether you’re into rooftop cocktails, local brews, or just a cozy spot to catch up with friends, there’s a perfect patio waiting for you. Here are 10 of our favorite patio bars to check out this year—complete with mountain views, twinkly lights, and good vibes all around.
Avanti Food & Beverage
This LoHi hotspot features a massive rooftop patio with sweeping city views and a variety of rotating food vendors. Great for groups and sunset happy hours.
3200 Pecos St, Denver avantifandb.com
Recess Beer Garden
Casual, dog-friendly, and full of fun, Recess is a neighborhood favorite with a sprawling outdoor space and a solid beer and cocktail selection.
2715 17th St #103, Denver recessbeergarden.com
The Woods at The Source Hotel
Located in RiNo, this rooftop retreat delivers mountain views, craft cocktails, and a modern, upscale vibe that still feels totally relaxed.
3330 Brighton Blvd, Denver thesourcehotel.com/dining/the-woods
El Five
Tapas with a view? Yes, please. El Five boasts one of the best patios in town, perfect for date night or impressing out-of-town guests.
2930 Umatilla St #500, Denver ediblebeats.com/restaurants/el-five/
Forest Room 5
Quirky, artsy, and full of charm—this tucked-away spot near Platte Street is like hanging out in a funky forest with cocktails in hand.
2532 15th St, Denver instagram.com/forestroomfive/
Linger
Set in a former mortuary (yep, really), Linger’s rooftop patio is buzzing with energy and loaded with global street food and killer cocktails.
2030 W 30th Ave, Denver ediblebeats.com/restaurants/linger/
Number Thirty Eight
This massive indoor-outdoor venue in RiNo features live music, food stalls, and plenty of space to sip a local brew and soak up the scene.
3560 Chestnut Pl, Denver numberthirtyeight.com
The Cruise Room Patio at McGregor Square
The Cruise Room itself is an art-deco icon, but head outside to the bustling McGregor Square patio for people-watching and pre-game drinks.
1600 20th St, Denver mcgregorsquare.com
Tamayo
Enjoy modern Mexican dishes and some of the city’s best margaritas on Tamayo’s rooftop terrace overlooking charming Larimer Square.
1400 Larimer St, Denver tamayodenver.com
Joyride Brewing Company
Just across from Sloan’s Lake, this rooftop brewery is a go-to for a laid-back afternoon with incredible views and tasty local beers
2501 Sheridan Blvd, Edgewater joyridebrewing.com
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