The Summer Olympics are almost here, and while the games are taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, that doesn't mean Denverites can't get in on the action. From watch parties to drink deals to a ceremonial punch bowl on fire, be on the look-out for Olympic specials - such as happy hours and activities - around town. For two weeks straight, the most competitive athletes from around the world go for gold in their sport-of-choice, including soccer, gymnastics, tennis, weightlifting and water polo. Here's a guide to the best bistros and bars around Denver to cheer on your favorite athlete and country.
The opening ceremonies start Friday, August 5 and conclude Sunday, August 21. And, while many bars will be airing the games live on television, it's probably a good idea to get there early for choice seating and service.
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If you're in Boulder, looking for a loud and proud cheering section, FATE Brewing Co. is your place. Enjoy Brazilian beer specials and all the action on one the 11 high-def TVs at the brewery.
This buzzy neighborhood tavern will be showing the global events throughout the entire two weeks. Grab some grub and a pint to enjoy all the fun and games.
Operating a typical happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., this LoHi tavern will play the Olympic events and include special food items depending on the outcomes and U.S.A. showing.
This RiNo sports bar offers food and drink specials that will change throughout the Olympics, but will be available daily along with the regularly featured menu of burgers, sandwiches, appetizers (including six different flavors of wings), and salads.
The hip hangout inside the Source will be coming in hot to start the festivities this Friday, with a ceremonial torch running, or a punch bowl on fire. The social space will also showcase a special menu of cachaca drinks throughout the two-weeklong games. Awards and medals will be given out as well. Disclosure: The editor is married to one of the developers behind The Source, the development in which the Yacht Club resides.
With TVs tuned in and the beer taps flowing, both locations of the Thirsty Lion, are prime places to watch the games. Every time American teams win a gold, guests get celebratory half-price Gold Margaritas made with Jose Cuervo Gold immediately thereafter.
With one of the best happy hours in the city, head to this Cherry Creek watering hole and tune in to the rousing events – from water polo to gymnastics.
The Union Station outpost of this burger restaurant will be showing the games on the TVs throughout the restaurant and offering their version of a quintessentially All-American drink: the Bootleg Kool-Aid, made with real moonshine, available all month in honor of the Olympics.
Though no one would accuse Ophelia's Electric Soapbox of being a sports bar, the
gastrobrothel with eclectic American food and plenty of boozy delights will play the Games 'round the clock on the TVs around the bar, save for the live performances Friday and Saturday nights.
This LoHi eatery will show the games with a screaming deal for day-drinkers and game-watchers: everyday, glasses of wine and pitchers of beer are $5 all day, every day until 5 p.m. Coming in for a late viewing? On Monday or Tuesday take advantage of the “Board & Bruschetta:” from 8 p.m. until close, you can get a fresh and creative bruschetta board with any bottle of wine (from the “by-the glass” section) for $20.
Amidst the flurry of activities available IRL at Punch Bowl Social, you may get distracted these coming couple weeks as the screens are stations on the sporting events of the Olympic Games.
This beer and brat emporium serves as prime placement in town to plop down for a German sausages, some ice cold brewskis, and the most elite athleticism in the world.
The Elway's location in the Ritz is a swanky scene but when big sporting events are on, the crowd is captive and in for a good time. The Olympics are no exception, and if you time it right, you can hit Happy Hour as an accompaniment to the athleticism from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
Stealing your attention away from some of the best beverages in town will be the Rio Olympics in the background at LoHi's Occidental. The LoHi bar is offering four creative cachaca cocktail to honor Brazil, the host country of the summer games.
If you're in the 'burbs, check out this modern steakhouse for some sweet Olympic deals and specials. While the games are on, sip on Olympic-themed booze, such as the Bourbon & Bronze, with Bulleit bourbon, Domaine de Canton, fresh lime juice, cherry, and more.
At Cherry Creek North’s Del Frisco’s Grille there are several options for games viewing: downstairs, cozy up in a booth or a high top at the huge wrap-around bar to see the games from several angles. You can also head upstairs for some al fresco viewing: the newly opened, expansive rooftop patio boasts it’s own bar with multiple TVs to view the games. Pro tip: order one of the special Olympic cocktails, made especially for the Games.
If you're in Boulder, looking for a loud and proud cheering section, FATE Brewing Co. is your place. Enjoy Brazilian beer specials and all the action on one the 11 high-def TVs at the brewery.
This buzzy neighborhood tavern will be showing the global events throughout the entire two weeks. Grab some grub and a pint to enjoy all the fun and games.
Operating a typical happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., this LoHi tavern will play the Olympic events and include special food items depending on the outcomes and U.S.A. showing.
This RiNo sports bar offers food and drink specials that will change throughout the Olympics, but will be available daily along with the regularly featured menu of burgers, sandwiches, appetizers (including six different flavors of wings), and salads.
The hip hangout inside the Source will be coming in hot to start the festivities this Friday, with a ceremonial torch running, or a punch bowl on fire. The social space will also showcase a special menu of cachaca drinks throughout the two-weeklong games. Awards and medals will be given out as well. Disclosure: The editor is married to one of the developers behind The Source, the development in which the Yacht Club resides.
With TVs tuned in and the beer taps flowing, both locations of the Thirsty Lion, are prime places to watch the games. Every time American teams win a gold, guests get celebratory half-price Gold Margaritas made with Jose Cuervo Gold immediately thereafter.
With one of the best happy hours in the city, head to this Cherry Creek watering hole and tune in to the rousing events – from water polo to gymnastics.
The Union Station outpost of this burger restaurant will be showing the games on the TVs throughout the restaurant and offering their version of a quintessentially All-American drink: the Bootleg Kool-Aid, made with real moonshine, available all month in honor of the Olympics.
Though no one would accuse Ophelia's Electric Soapbox of being a sports bar, the
gastrobrothel with eclectic American food and plenty of boozy delights will play the Games 'round the clock on the TVs around the bar, save for the live performances Friday and Saturday nights.
This LoHi eatery will show the games with a screaming deal for day-drinkers and game-watchers: everyday, glasses of wine and pitchers of beer are $5 all day, every day until 5 p.m. Coming in for a late viewing? On Monday or Tuesday take advantage of the “Board & Bruschetta:” from 8 p.m. until close, you can get a fresh and creative bruschetta board with any bottle of wine (from the “by-the glass” section) for $20.
Amidst the flurry of activities available IRL at Punch Bowl Social, you may get distracted these coming couple weeks as the screens are stations on the sporting events of the Olympic Games.
This beer and brat emporium serves as prime placement in town to plop down for a German sausages, some ice cold brewskis, and the most elite athleticism in the world.
The Elway's location in the Ritz is a swanky scene but when big sporting events are on, the crowd is captive and in for a good time. The Olympics are no exception, and if you time it right, you can hit Happy Hour as an accompaniment to the athleticism from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
Stealing your attention away from some of the best beverages in town will be the Rio Olympics in the background at LoHi's Occidental. The LoHi bar is offering four creative cachaca cocktail to honor Brazil, the host country of the summer games.
If you're in the 'burbs, check out this modern steakhouse for some sweet Olympic deals and specials. While the games are on, sip on Olympic-themed booze, such as the Bourbon & Bronze, with Bulleit bourbon, Domaine de Canton, fresh lime juice, cherry, and more.
At Cherry Creek North’s Del Frisco’s Grille there are several options for games viewing: downstairs, cozy up in a booth or a high top at the huge wrap-around bar to see the games from several angles. You can also head upstairs for some al fresco viewing: the newly opened, expansive rooftop patio boasts it’s own bar with multiple TVs to view the games. Pro tip: order one of the special Olympic cocktails, made especially for the Games.
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