Sports bars in Denver
There's a specific kind of joy in watching a big game shoulder to shoulder with strangers who instantly become friends when your team scores. Denver has 40 sports bars where you can do exactly that. Below are the real spots — names, addresses, what kind of place each one is — plus how to pick the right one for game day. Names you'll see below include Stoney's Uptown Joint, The Brutal Poodle, Society Sports and Spirits, and 37 more across town.
The sports bars scene in Denver
We indexed 40 sports bars in Denver. The scene leans American Restaurant, Restaurant and Karaoke Bar. You'll find them in Aurora, Westminster, Greenwood Village. Stoney's Uptown Joint (Sports Bar, Irish Pub) on 1035 E 17th Ave. The Brutal Poodle (Sports Bar, Gastropub) on 1967 S Broadway. Society Sports and Spirits (Sports Bar) on 1434 Blake St.
Sports bars in Denver
Stoney's Uptown Joint
A irish pub spot 1.4 km from central Denver.
The Brutal Poodle
A gastropub spot 6.6 km from central Denver.
Society Sports and Spirits
A sports bar 1.4 km from central Denver.
Mountain Pass Sports Bar
A sports bar 22.0 km from central Denver.
Stoney's Bar and Grill
A music venue and restaurant spot 0.7 km from central Denver.
Fat Boy's Bar & Grill
A sports bar 11.2 km from central Denver.
Tom’s Watch Bar
A sports bar 1.7 km from central Denver.
Jackson's Denver
A sports bar 1.7 km from central Denver.
Bout Time Pub & Grub
A sports bar 10.0 km from central Denver.
The Sportsbook Bar & Grill
A sports bar 18.9 km from central Denver.
Dr. Proctor's Lounge
A karaoke bar spot 6.5 km from central Denver.
Long Shots Bar and Grill
A sports bar 13.3 km from central Denver.
Dave & Buster's
A arcade and american restaurant spot 7.9 km from central Denver.
The Colorado Keg House
A sports bar 20.2 km from central Denver.
The Rooftop
A sports bar 1.9 km from central Denver.
How to pick a sports bar in Denver
Screens beat everything.
Count the TVs before you count the taps. A good sports bar has sightlines from every seat — if you have to crane your neck, keep walking.
Sound matters for big games.
Playoff games and finals deserve a bar that turns the sound on. Call ahead if the game matters to you; the best bars advertise which matches they're showing.
Arrive early for the big ones.
Championship games, derbies and rivalry matches fill sports bars an hour before kickoff. The regulars know this. Now you do too.
Food is part of the deal.
Wings, nachos, burgers — sports-bar food is its own cuisine. Kitchens get slammed at halftime, so order before the break.
Common questions
What is the best sports bar in Denver?
The honest answer depends on your team and your vibe — some bars are built for football crowds, others for hockey or basketball nights. The listings above show you every option with its address so you can pick by neighborhood and style.
Do sports bars in Denver show live games with sound?
Most do for major matches, but policies vary by venue and by game. If sound matters, call the bar ahead of time — especially for finals and rivalry games.
Are sports bars in Denver family-friendly?
Many are restaurants first and bars second, especially earlier in the day. Evenings and big fight nights skew adult. When in doubt, go before 7pm.
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