Denverites will recognize the gaudy neon sign which vaguely advertises "mixed drinks" looming over a stretch of central Colfax. This iconic sign sits atop none other than the Satire Lounge, part of Pete Contos' Colfax empire.

Live music is the name of the game at Lost Lake. The east Colfax hole-in-the-wall music venue gets some remarkably good acts.

Don't be fooled by the Boston sports bar's no-frills exterior- The Elm serves some of the best burgers on the east end of Colfax.

Punk rock and pizza are a way of life at Streets of London Pub, known fondly as simply "streets" by its die-hard regulars.

Travel to a simpler time at the PS Lounge. This classic Colfax haunt doesn't accept plastic but does give a fresh rose to every female to walk through the door and does dole out shots of mysterious, orange "Alabama Slammer" to every bar patron. The antiquated jukebox selections will confirm that you have indeed, traveled back in time.

This sketchy east Colfax gem has been around since 1938, serving up the cheapest and stiffest of adult beverages. The focal point of the bar is undoubtedly the beer can bomber, constructed from hundreds of old beer cans and hanging precariously from the ceiling.

The Ram Lounge is not for the faint of heart. One must be a true trailblazer of divey forays into dingy establishments to build up a skin thick enough for this place. Shots of saccharine peach brandy are distributed throughout the bar on the house when the Broncos score, and on Sunday nights, guests can enjoy a complimentary spread of various food items. Take the ultimate dive at the Ram Lounge.

Another dive of the music venue variety, Lion's Lair is a dark chasm in the fabric of Colfax with no windows to the outside world and a strange, splashy exterior. Don't judge a dive by its facade- the Lion's Lair hosts some of the best up-and-coming bands that Denver has to offer.

Another in the category of gay Colfax dive bars, R&R calls itself "the friendliest little gay bar on Denver's east side." Patrons of all sexual orientations are welcome at this fun, low-key dive.

City Grille falls on the restaurant end of the dive bar spectrum. This Cap Hill watering hole is frequented by both government types who work at the Capitol and vagrants of Colfax for the legendary burgers, divey yet cozy atmosphere, and fun bar service.

The Viking may draw a hard crowd that is particularly rough around the edges, but it has its redeeming qualities. During Broncos games, touchdowns merit free shots for everyone in the bar and you can even snag a crock pot burrito if you get hungry.

Satellite is a fitting dive for beer snobs. Don't worry, it still serves frosty cans of Shlitz for $1.50 and the like, but alongside microbrew drafts, bottles, and cans. Stop in for the infamous PB&J: a shot of Jameson and a PBR.

Many-an epic night begins at the Squire Lounge, where bar-goers are likely to see multiple fights break out, the blue and red melange of ambulance lights directly outside, and little else due to over-intoxication. If you do take the dive, be sure to go on a night when there is live music and order the Bionic Beaver, a monstrous 52-ounce pitcher of the bartender's choosing, served with about a dozen straws for your sharing pleasure.

Not your down and dirty spot, Prohibition still brings the divey vibe with great happy hour specials on both well drinks and drafts.

A pub and sports bar, the bustling Three Lions is casual and makes quick regulars out of its guests.