Why not enjoy one of Denver's first cold days by heading out on the town or at least out in the "hood", to experience my Top 5 Bars. You may or may not know, the Denver Business Journal just released a survey which ranks Denver second, tied with San Francisco, as one of America's best places to live. I completely agree with this survey, this city has so many things to offer and the people are wonderful. Denverites are extremely social people and they do know how to have a good time. As far as good times go, why not check out the latest and greatest of establishments which help to mold Denver into one of the best places to live in America. I am no stranger to the nightlife here in the Wash Park area, and as such, I feel its my civil responsibility to make a Top 5 List for our "implants".
Jennifer's Top 5 Bars in the Wash Park Area:
1. Beatrice and Woodsley - first date location for me and my honey, very romantic
2. Delite Lounge - new kid on the block, try the "Dirty School Girl" Martini
3. The Irish Rover - please order a Guinness or a Boddington's
4. Candlelight Tavern - mix and mingle with the Wash Park Trendies, oh, and try an O-Bomb
5. The Hornet - fun and upbeat atmosphere, try a tall vodka-mixed drink
Now, before you go making judgements, allow me to explain why I really like each of these places and what I feel deems them eligible to make my list.
As I have alluded to in past posts, I am a stickler for a good crowd. Being such a stickler, I feel like the above list really jives with my personality. My number 1 draft pick is such because I feel like this place has an atmosphere unlike any other. Once inside the doors, you feel like you are in a lodge in Aspen or some mountainy town. The drink list consists mostly of wine and high-end liquors, so this isn't a drink your tail off type of establishment. Don't worry a few of the debauchery taverns made my list as well. Beatrice and Woodsley is the type of place that makes me happy to live in Denver, it is a one-of-a-kind place that is cozy and well attended. Apparently it makes other people feel the same.
Numero dos, Delight is a newer place on South Broadway that I really enjoy for happy hour. The South Broadway area is a great area with a lot to offer. You can shop, eat, buy dog food, get ice cream and see a movie utilizing the ankle express. While you are at Delight, please do try the "Dirty School Girl" martini if you dare. The many different flavors of this drink will excite the senses. At Delight, you are likely to run into some of the, who's who of Denver. This crowd of people can be found at all the new buzz-worthy places around town, and Delight is no exception to that rule.
The third bar on my list lends itself more to the dive/pub atmosphere. The Irish Rover is a great pub, and I love a good pub, and who doesn't enjoy a nice Irish Pub every now and then? If you are in the mood for some good Irish or English fare, this is the place you want to be. Have some corned beef and cabbage with a nice Guinness, hence why this place hits the list for me.
Number four, is my "local watering hole". The Candlelight Tavern has been a on my list for as long as I have lived in Denver. Talk about a Cheers type of establishment, only on steroids. This place is a Gen Y version of Cheers, and the frequenters know how to throw 'em back. While you check this place out, you have to try a Jager Bomb or and O-Bomb shot, its just tradition, I don't make the rules I just live by them. My best friend Cassie and I have been known to throw back more Jager Bombs than I care to remember at the Candlelight, we have also been known to get thrown out of cabs after many, many rounds of said, Jager Bomb shots. While I don't recommend you follow suit with rounds of these shots, I do recommend a celebratory for you and your friends - the good ole' bartenders at the Candle make the best in town!The Hornet is included in my list because I feel like this bar can make just about anyone happy and content - including yours truly. You can take the person who prefers a pub, or you can take the person who prefers the downtown scene and I guarantee they will both be satisfied. They also have great food so if you do go and get a chance to eat in between drinks, try the Zorba Burger if you dare -its my favorite Burger in town aside from a Cricket Burger. The Zorba Burger is a Lamb Burger with pita bread as the bun. It really does taste delicious. The Hornet has a fun, fashiony scene that captures bar goers from downtown, Wash Park and DU.
I urge you to all go out and at least try some of my top picks. I have explained the reasons I have them on the list which will hopefully give you an advanced heads-up on the atmosphere. When you find yourself out and about town tonight, keep a mental tab on what you really really enjoy about our great city. I know we can all get hung up with the day-to-day activities and frustrated with traffic, and forget to cherish where we work and play. However, a night out in this great Mile High City, especially on a cold crisp night such as tonight, will make you realize why the surveys intentionally place Denver in the number two slot of America's best places to live.
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