Looking for the best rooftop patio bar in Denver for your next happy hour, brunch, or sun-soaked hangout? We’ve rounded up some of the city’s best spots to sip, snack, and soak up those Colorado views.
Let’s get into it:
Patio Bars in Denver
Neighborhood: City Park
Address: 2500 York St
Vibe: Laidback golf course energy with city and mountain views
You don’t have to play a round to enjoy this hidden gem. Grab lunch or drinks on the patio overlooking City Park’s golf course with mountain views as your backdrop.
Neighborhood: LoHi
Address: 2715 17th St
Vibe: Dog-friendly, crowded bar energy, fun events
Aperol spritz towers, pups lounging, and patio parties — this is where LoHi comes to life.
Neighborhood: South Broadway
Address: 2030 S Cherokee St
Vibe: Dive bar meets punk rock brewery
Craft beer, live music, punk rock vibes, and the kind of patio that screams neighborhood hangout.
Neighborhood: Sloan’s Lake
Address: 1565 N Raleigh St
Vibe: Date-night friendly with lake views
Grab a table with Sloan’s Lake views, bring your pup, and stay for a cozy date-night sunset.
Neighborhood: RiNo
Address: 3800 Walnut St
Vibe: Laidback, neighborhood staple with fire pits
Casual brews, fire pits, and plenty of space to spread out — it’s RiNo’s go-to beer garden.
Neighborhood: LoHi
Address: 2532 15th St
Vibe: National park campsite in the city
This immersive bar feels like you stumbled into a dreamy forest — nature vibes meet cocktails.
Neighborhood: LoHi
Address: 2430 16th St
Vibe: Elevated coastal with Instagram-worthy cocktails
Come for the giant shell drinks, stay for the beachy vibes and perfect people-watching patio.
Neighborhood: South Broadway
Address: 1380 S Broadway
Vibe: Dive bar energy with all the games
Cornhole, ping pong, a boat you can sit in — yes, really. Grab a drink, throw on a life jacket, and chill.
Neighborhood: Broadway
Address: 218 S Broadway
Vibe: Elevated tiki bar
Tropical cocktails and strong island energy make this the perfect summer escape without leaving Denver.
Neighborhood: Ballpark
Address: 2200 Larimer St
Vibe: Brunch with the girls, ultra-Instagrammable
Giant teacup seating, whimsical decor, and brunch that feels like an event — your next group hang is here.
The Best Rooftop Patios in Denver
Love a sunny sidewalk or garden patio? Same. But when you’re ready to take things to the next level — literally — Denver’s rooftop bars and restaurants have you covered. Whether you’re chasing skyline views, mountain sunsets, or a breezy spot to unwind above the city, these rooftops deliver the ultimate Mile High experience.
Neighborhood: Sloan’s Lake
Address: 2501 Sheridan Blvd
Vibe: Laidback neighborhood rooftop
Beer-only vibes with food trucks rolling through and unbeatable lake views.
Neighborhood: LoHi
Address: 2030 W 30th Ave
Vibe: Trendy rooftop night out
A neon sign, a retro van slinging drinks, and one of Denver’s most iconic rooftops — all with city views.
Neighborhood: South Broadway
Address: 476 S Broadway
Vibe: Elevated dive bar with live music
Plenty of seating, regular live music, and a packed rooftop when the weather’s right.
Neighborhood: Cherry Creek
Address: 245 Columbine St (at the Halcyon Hotel)
Vibe: Classy, cozy, and fire pit filled
Upscale cocktails, woodfired pizza, plush couches, and city views — rooftop luxury done right.
Neighborhood: Downtown
Address: 1475 California St
Vibe: High-rise glam with mountain views
One of Denver’s tallest rooftops with craft cocktails and those coveted Rocky Mountain views.
Neighborhood: Larimer Square
Address: 1400 Larimer St
Vibe: Upscale Mexican food & fire pits
Indoor-outdoor seating, cozy couches, fire pits, and killer margaritas — the Larimer Square gem.
Neighborhood: Broadway
Address: 54 S Broadway
Vibe: Classic dive bar rooftop
Irish pub meets neighborhood hang, with cold drinks and rooftop seating for all.
Neighborhood: LoHi
Address: 2930 Umatilla St, 5th Floor
Vibe: Upscale tapas and city views
Small plates, fancy cocktails, and some of the best skyline views in town — perfect for date night or impressing visitors.
Neighborhood: Sloan’s Lake
Address: 1625 Perry St
Vibe: Pizza, craft beer, lake views
Laidback rooftop with wood-fired pizza, local brews, and sunny Sloan’s Lake vibes.
Cornerstone Apartment Rooftops to Check Out
The only thing better than a good rooftop bar? Having one right at home. If you live at one of these Cornerstone communities, your next sunset hang, happy hour, or chill afternoon is just steps from your door.
Neighborhood: Highlands Square
Residents enjoy expansive rooftop views, perfect for sunset hangs just steps from local shops and restaurants.
Neighborhood: Five Points
Grab your morning coffee or wind down after work — The Hooper’s rooftop puts you right above the energy of RiNo and Five Points.
Neighborhood: Five Points
This rooftop offers plenty of space to relax while soaking up the best of downtown Denver living.
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Take in city views from the rooftop deck — the perfect escape in one of Denver’s most walkable neighborhoods.
Neighborhood: Ballpark
A hidden gem in the sky, Tamai Tower’s rooftop lets you experience Denver from above, steps from restaurants and nightlife.
Neighborhood: Sloan’s Lake
Catch sunsets, football games, or fireworks from this sleek rooftop lounge — one of the best views near Empower Field.
Denver Views
Whether you’re lounging on a sunny patio, sipping cocktails with a view, or grilling on your own rooftop at a Cornerstone community, Denver has no shortage of spots to soak up those perfect Colorado days. Grab your friends, explore the neighborhood, and make the most of summer in the Mile High City — one patio at a time.
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