# Cheap dive bars in Denver

> Keeping the tab low while spending the night at a local bar is a simple pleasure.

Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/colorado/denver/best-cheap-dive-bar

## Places (17)

### 1. Velvet Banjo

Bar combines bluegrass music with a chic design and vibrant atmosphere. Multiple pool tables and live bands create a lively, fun environment. Outdoor patio and booth seating add to the open, relaxed layout.

- Address: 741 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/VelvetBanjo

### 2. RIVER

Dive bar with colorful murals and underground dubstep music creates a chill, friendly vibe. Pool and shuffleboard add to the fun, laid-back atmosphere. Outdoor patio supports conversation and smoking.

- Address: 3759 Chestnut Pl, Denver, CO 80216, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RIVER2

### 3. TrashHawk Tavern

Dive bar with vintage sign-decorated patio and extensive seating offers a loud yet chill atmosphere with metal music and a variety of games including pool, darts, and board games. Food trucks regularly park outside, complementing the bar's dog-friendly vibe. Bright Christmas lights add casual comfort to the space.

- Address: 1539 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TrashHawkTavern

### 4. Satellite Bar

Small dive bar offers a cozy atmosphere with authentic charm and friendly company. It maintains great prices and a clean, well-cared-for space that invites relaxed socializing.

- Address: 308 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SatelliteBar

### 5. Embassy Tavern

Eclectic dive bar with wood-paneled walls, Christmas lights, and old memorabilia creates a cozy, laid-back atmosphere. Large indoor lounge and outdoor patio with gas fireplaces offer comfortable seating and space to relax. Crowd tends to be cool and the vibe stays fun and welcoming throughout the night.

- Address: 3463 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/EmbassyTavern

### 6. Vesper Lounge

Small bar with dive bar atmosphere and friendly regulars creates an inviting vibe. Outdoor space includes a large patio with covered seating that supports lively gatherings. Music leans toward 80s hits, complementing the relaxed, social energy.

- Address: 233 E 7th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/VesperLounge

### 7. Dive Inn

Nautical-themed bar with a boat inside offers spacious areas for games like ping pong and cornhole and watching sports. Atmosphere shifts from loud and busy to relaxed with multiple spots to hang out. Accessible design and affordable drinks create an inviting, classic dive bar vibe.

- Address: 1380 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/DiveInn

### 8. Candlelight Tavern

Neighborhood dive bar with a small, crowded space and lots of TVs creates a laid-back vibe. Affordable drinks and classic American dive bar feel attract a friendly, lively crowd, especially on game days. Games like pool and darts add to the energetic atmosphere.

- Address: 383 S Pearl St, Denver, CO 80209, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CandlelightTavern

### 9. Dougherty's Restaurant & Pub

Irish pub with a dive bar vibe and traditional Irish music creates a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. Regulars play pool and hammersloggen, adding to the casual, friendly energy. Known for expertly poured Guinness and a cozy mix of indoor and outdoor spaces.

- Address: 5 E Ellsworth Ave, Denver, CO 80209, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Doughertys-Restaurant-Pub

### 10. P S Lounge

Bar offers an old school dive bar atmosphere with retro decor and a vintage jukebox playing classic tunes. Lighting stays low, creating a relaxed, welcoming vibe with a hint of smoke from years of use. Women receive a complimentary rose and all guests get a house shot, adding to the casual, friendly energy.

- Address: 3416 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/PSLounge

### 11. East Fax Tap

Neighborhood pub with a laid-back dive bar atmosphere and a community feel where regulars and staff connect. Live music ranges from punk rock to Americana, often on an outdoor patio with food trucks. Dog and child friendly, it hosts events like karaoke and bingo, creating a casual, welcoming vibe.

- Address: 8001 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/EastFaxTap

### 12. Don's Club Tavern

Dive bar with old-school booths and maximalist walls creates a casual, lively atmosphere that feels like a time capsule. Regulars gather around pool tables, shuffleboard, and jukebox, making it a hub for games and socializing. The space supports sports viewing with multiple TVs and a smoking section.

- Address: 723 E 6th Ave, Denver, CO 80203, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Dons-Club-Tavern

### 13. Berkeley Inn

Dive bar with clean, spacious interior and crowded, loud atmosphere offers pool tables and arcade games for entertainment. Locals from various age groups gather here, creating a fun, intense vibe especially during karaoke nights and late hours.

- Address: 3834 Tennyson St, Denver, CO 80212, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BerkeleyInn

### 14. Squire Lounge

Dive bar with laid-back vibe and alternative crowd hosts live music and art on a small stage. Affordable drinks and a cool patio create a relaxed neighborhood spot popular with locals. Games and a parking lot add to its casual, fun atmosphere.

- Address: 1800 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80218, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SquireLounge

### 15. Lion's Lair

Dive bar with loud sound system and live local bands creates a femme supportive and fun crowd atmosphere. Tiny space includes a rooftop patio and hosts unique performances, blending music and comedy. Affordable prices and a safe vibe make it a neighborhood dive with heart and spirit.

- Address: 2022 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Lions-Lair

### 16. The Monkey Bar

Dive bar with classic college frat vibe and diverse crowd offers plenty of games including pool, darts, and old arcade machines. Covered back patio and multiple jukeboxes create a low-key, fun atmosphere. Known for unique drinks like spicy pickle shots and strong Espresso Martinis.

- Address: 1112 Santa Fe Dr, Denver, CO 80204, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheMonkeyBar1

### 17. Badgers Pub

Wisconsin-themed dive bar with cheap beer on tap and Miller High Life in cute bottles creates a fun and lively atmosphere. Decor reflects hometown vibes, making it a safe and welcoming space for locals and visitors alike.

- Address: 76 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80209, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BadgersPub

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