There are times when you go out and desire a quiet meal, or conversation over drinks. Other social plans call for more activity of the competitive variety. That's when heading to a restaurant or bar that offers games is a great choice: There's built-in entertainment, and you get to brush up on your skills—arcade, pool, ping-pong, and otherwise. Here's a guide to 10 restaurants and bars in Denver that meet those needs, presented in alphabetical order. And remember, no one likes a poor sport.
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Ace has made a name for itself as an Asian-inspired eatery that doubles as a ping-pong hall. There are often tournaments, and you can also reserve tables by the hour. When you're not playing, enjoy a scorpion punch bowl at the indoor/outdoor bar.
In addition to being a sports bar frequented by numerous alumni and team fan groups, Blake Street Tavern has plenty to offer in the way of games. The basement houses cornhole, darts, skeeball, and more.
Pick from ping-pong, foosball, and video games like Buckshot. Bonus: Highland Tavern has been undergoing a renovation process to double in size, including the addition of a mezzanine level. Perhaps more games are part of the plan?
This gastro-diner concept started in Denver and has since been replicated in other cities, like Portland and Austin. The entertainment emporium boasts bowling lanes, darts, marbles, and even private karaoke.
If old-school video games are your thing, then this is the place to be. There are 50 classic arcade games, plus 19 pinball machines. Previously called the 2up, this location is a spinoff of the original in LoDo, and also serves as a live music venue.
Located in an old Victorian house, the back room is designated for activities like skeeball, pinball, and foosball. After working up an appetite against your competition, don't miss the fried chicken.
Pass through the long and narrow bar area to get to the beer garden out back that supplies a full-size bocce ball court. Giant Jenga is another solid option to keep you occupied.
The vibe here is nostalgic, decked out with vintage posters and outfitted with a retro jukebox. Upstairs, the Pair-O-Dice Pool Room is a prime spot for billiards, shuffleboard, and darts.
In a prime location near Coors Field, ViewHouse offers a unique feature with its outdoor lawn area. The turf-covered space is ideal for volleyball and giant beer pong, and cabanas around the perimeter offer a spot for time-outs.
Ace has made a name for itself as an Asian-inspired eatery that doubles as a ping-pong hall. There are often tournaments, and you can also reserve tables by the hour. When you're not playing, enjoy a scorpion punch bowl at the indoor/outdoor bar.
In addition to being a sports bar frequented by numerous alumni and team fan groups, Blake Street Tavern has plenty to offer in the way of games. The basement houses cornhole, darts, skeeball, and more.
Pick from ping-pong, foosball, and video games like Buckshot. Bonus: Highland Tavern has been undergoing a renovation process to double in size, including the addition of a mezzanine level. Perhaps more games are part of the plan?
This gastro-diner concept started in Denver and has since been replicated in other cities, like Portland and Austin. The entertainment emporium boasts bowling lanes, darts, marbles, and even private karaoke.
If old-school video games are your thing, then this is the place to be. There are 50 classic arcade games, plus 19 pinball machines. Previously called the 2up, this location is a spinoff of the original in LoDo, and also serves as a live music venue.
Located in an old Victorian house, the back room is designated for activities like skeeball, pinball, and foosball. After working up an appetite against your competition, don't miss the fried chicken.
Pass through the long and narrow bar area to get to the beer garden out back that supplies a full-size bocce ball court. Giant Jenga is another solid option to keep you occupied.
The vibe here is nostalgic, decked out with vintage posters and outfitted with a retro jukebox. Upstairs, the Pair-O-Dice Pool Room is a prime spot for billiards, shuffleboard, and darts.
In a prime location near Coors Field, ViewHouse offers a unique feature with its outdoor lawn area. The turf-covered space is ideal for volleyball and giant beer pong, and cabanas around the perimeter offer a spot for time-outs.
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