Bars and Pubs in Boulder
Despite its small-town feel, Boulder is home to numerous wine bars, brewpubs, and other drinking establishments. You might enjoy sampling the following.
Trilogy Wine Bar
2017 13th Street (map)
(303) 473-9463
Trilogy, named after its triplet sister owners, transforms from quiet restaurant to chic wine bar as evening falls. Later in the night, the separate Trilogy music venue opens for dancing and performances. Drawing a primarily 20s/30s crowd, Trilogy is a great spot to mingle, sip martinis, and dance. Grab a table (or one of the couches) early if you can.
West End Tavern
926 Pearl Street (map)
(303) 444-3535
Rooftop bars abound in Boulder. The West End Tavern's roof is covered on the street-side and open on the mountain-side; rain or shine, you'll be comfortable. However, you might have to elbow your way for a spot at this popular site. Other rooftop bars in town include the top of the Foundry Billiards Club (1109 Walnut Street), the next-door Rio (1101 Walnut Street), and the spacious Lazy Dog roof (1346 Pearl Street). Bacaro (921 Pearl Street), across from the West End, sports an exposed second-floor patio.
Seven
1035 Pearl Street (map)
(303) 625-1057
Founded as a euro-style bar, Seven has recently shifted to a Latin American theme. However, it's still one of the swankiest spots on West Pearl. Dark lighting and fashionista clientele will make you think you're in L.A. That is, until you glance out the window at the flatirons. Tuesday night jazz and weekend dance events draw crowds.
Centro (formerly Rhumba)
950 Pearl Street (map)
(303) 442-7771
The patio at Centro is one of Boulder's summer hotspots. Locals and visitors alike flock to the open-air bar, made famous for its mint mojitos. A recent renovation of the interior has given Centro a warm and comfortable feel. Rub elbows at the bar or grab an outdoor table and watch the Pearl Street traffic flow by. A fun (if sometimes loud) time.
Conor O'Neils
1922 13th Street (map)
(303) 449-1922
Just off of Pearl Street, Conor O'Neils brings down-home Irish warmth to Boulder. This old-world pub is a cozy place to sample drafts and listen to music. Monday night team trivia is a local favorite. For other brewpubs in town, try the Southern Sun (627 South Broadway), Redfish Brewhouse (2027 13th Street) or the Walnut Brewery (1123 Walnut Street).