The Best Beer Bar in Colorado Springs

Little Machine Beer

★★★★☆ 4.4 (183) • $$

"Cool brewery with good beers right by the football stadium. Nice views and there is free parking in the lot behind the building. They don't serve food but there is a food truck parked in the back. Big and nice patio and clean bathrooms. Also has some fun board games but not a ton of options. Nice people as well."

Junction Food and Drink

★★★★☆ 4.1 (105) • $$

"Junction is getting there!! I discovered this super cool food hall because I wanted coffee at Sonder and thought there would be a place to hang out for a few hours to get work done... SURPRISE!! It's not a café. Lots of great eateries (and a bar) to enjoy every hour of the day. Still not crazy busy like Avanti, Edgewater, or Milk Market, so take advantage while you can.Love the visibility of AV, subconsciously promoting private event space options to planner nerds like me. My main issue with Junction is that it's unclear where to bus dishes and glasses after meals. Other than that, I love the variety of cuisines represented. Solid selection of caffeine and booze. Wide availability of trash receptacles and restrooms. I've been here twice already, and it's a go-to suggestion for hangouts when I'm in the area.P.S. Cocktails at the bar are fantastic! There's also beer and wine. With only one person working, it can take awhile just for a single drink... worth it if you're not rushed. I had a Skinny Paloma, which was expertly crafted. Probably why cocktails take forever."

The Crawling Crab

★★★★☆ 4 (72)

"Delicious and fresh seafood and the chicken wings surprisingly is so good! It's always nice to get a server who is all smiles, it makes it more welcoming! The place is huge and the seating is plenty!I love the hand wash station!"

Parry's Sliceria & Taps

★★★★☆ 3.5 (91)

"Came in for a fundraiser, always drove past it but never walked in. So glad we did. Picked up a couple slices, and watched a little of March Madness. Service was friendly, the girl who took my order was super patient as I was ordering for someone over the phone. Played a little board game while we waited, atmosphere was great, I'll likely to be back to catch a sporting event, with the amount tvs everywhere. The patio with corn hole would be fun. Our pizza slices were tasty and large. The pretzel holy moly, was a big boy. I would have enjoyed this with a beer next time. Will be back again!"

Barquentine Brewing Company

★★★★☆ 4.3 (50) • $$

"Barquentine has an amazing success story. At face value, it's a story of resilience and adaptation. Why you ask? Because they opened the doors of their beautiful taproom two weeks before the pandemic lockdown.A brand new brewery. With a large space. Inside a food hall.And to the naked eye, you would think they've been slinging beer at this location for a decade with no hurdles or hardships. I cannot begin to comprehend what businesses went through during the pandemic, let alone having your grand opening before the world flipped upside down.All that aside, Barquentine is a Belgian-style brewery on the west end of Edgewater Public Market. They boast a comforting, old world meets new world taproom. There's an outdoor patio and tented seating courtesy of the market at large. You can bring any of the food from the market into the taproom. Bring the pups and drink some patio beers!The owner and head brewer, Kyle Knudson, is a delight. A passionate beer slinger who finds content honoring old world methods paired with experimentation into the unknown. He takes chances, listens to his customers and finds a perfect balance of tradition meets creative freedom.My go-to beers are the following. Leapling Kveik Pale Ale, Sea Bear Saison and CherriTime Cherry & Blood Orange Ale. Mixed in are plenty of seasonals and hefty Belgian golden strongs.Barquentine is here to stay!"

Cerveceria Colorado

★★★★★ 4.7 (88)

"Great scene, patio area and there are food trucks here to get some delicious food. For those who don't drink beer, they have some hard seltzer flavors. The passion fruit orange guava punch. Staff are attentive and friendly. Tuesdays there is Loteria here."

Trails End Taproom

★★★★☆ 3.7 (122) • $$

"Great food , great beer selection Like the idea is paying per ounce U can try bunch different beers without committing to a large pour"

Currents Steaks & Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.1 (314) • $$

"Steak was great. Nice area- we sat outside on the little deck - it was very nice! Service was great too"

Parker Pour House

★★★★★ 4.7 (23)

"One of our favorite "go to" spots in Parker. We know we'll always have a good time - we love the food, we love the always changing variety of beer on tape, we love the atmosphere, and adore all the staff. If you happen to be there when Dee Dee's green chili is available, don't skip it."

I C Brewhouse

★★★★☆ 4 (98)

"This is a great bar & grill near Fiddler's Green Amphitheater.Raven is a stellar bartender. She doesn't hide bad alcohol with sweet mixers. Her flavored mules are especially fantastic, not overly sweet and very refreshing. The buffalo chicken salad is great. It's a good mix of chicken, veggies and spring greens. It's not a giant pile of iceburg with a chicken breast on top, like some other places. The onion rings are hot and crispy, breaded not battered.They have tons of parking and a nice patio with a big bar order window. Their dining room seating is primarily booths for 4 people. FYI: If you come in before a show at Fiddlers, they have more limited drink menu, to expedite getting beverages to everyone. And, you'll get your beverage in plastic, not a copper mug."

Seven's Gate Taproom

★★★★☆ 4.3 (3)

"I have only been here twice, but each time Seven's Gate Taproom has provided me delicious brews and amazing customer service! Our bartender Alex was so much fun tonight, great tunes and brew recommendations. They have board games. He helped me pick out the perfect libation to take home from the case!! I made some other new friends and it was a truly fun evening! Very easy indoor bike racks which I will definitely try on my third trip here. Soft lighting, good for parties as well as chillin!! Funsies and I will be back. ;D"

Ratio Beerworks

★★★★☆ 4 (12) • $$

"There's a new ratio location in town, and I'm excited to try more of the beers they have to offer! This location has a more extensive menu compared to the one in RiNo, I love the increased variety in offering! I've been to their location in RiNo previously and this location looks aesthetically similar, but there's a whole lot more going on! They have a food truck on site everyday, lots of merch available and some more indoor seating compared to the RiNo location! They're gearing up for more events and live music here in the future so this location will be a good one to check out. Also, since it's winter, they have heaters next to every table which does help a bit if you can't find a seat inside. Since I live in the neighborhood, I will definitely be stopping by often to try the different beers they have on tap. The staff is quick and efficient with service and are more than willing to answer any questions you may have about their beers. For now at least, there's always street parking in the block around the brewery but this may get trickier as it grows in popularity as there will be multiple apartment complexes around that will use the street parking. This is not a brewery to skip and there's a different vibe here so if you're a fan of ratio's beers I'd definitely recommend a trip down to the overland neighborhood to visit their newest location."

Colonna's Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.1 (314) • $$

"Right on time. So delicious. These pizzas are quite big and very delicious. I ordered 2large one vegetarian and one trio."

Rocky Mountain Underground

★★★★☆ 4.2 (51) • $$

"This became our local hangout while in town. We were snowed in for longer and continued to go back for more! Great drinks and service. Everyone was super friendly. We absolutely loved the trivia at the bar upstairs. Highly recommend!"

BrewDog

★★★★☆ 3.5 (43) • $$

"Alright ya'll. I finally got the All You Can Eat wings at Brewdog and man was it good! You will need to make a reservation for Wing Wednesday so do that first. The 90-minute timer starts after ordering the first plate of wings. Service was EXCELLENT, from host to table, and Cameron made it feel like a warm hug of welcome. I started with a birria taco which was OK. The wings are finger-licking good, had just the right amount of crispy crunch, served hot, and were some of the best flavors I've ever tried. I got the Korean Bbq sauce, adobo, and buffalo and made me feel like Remi from Ratatouille. There are games and a photo booth. Indoor seating, high tops, and patio tables outside. I liked the small waiting lounge area at the entrance, poster signs, and portraits along the walls. Off-street parking only can be tricky but a space will free up eventually."

Robbie's Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.9 (233) • $$

"Good food, beef stew is great on a ski day. Fun atmosphere with good service.Pro tip on busy day get on list and take another run."

Coyote Mezcaleria Y Cerveceria

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"This is a really fun place to visit with a unique atmosphere of a bike shop by day turned bar scene/mezcaleria by night. As someone who doesn't drink , I also appreciated their non-alcoholic and mocktail options. Friendly staff and good cocktail menu options with great descriptions of what they offer. I didn't get a chance to try the bar snacks like the chips and salsa or the marinated olives, but they were great offerings. The music was great and I'd definitely return again."

The Columbine Bar & Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (35) • $

"This is a classic neighborhood bar! It's the kind of place where the servers know not only everybody's names but also their orders. The service is very friendly, and the food is surprisingly good! I never would have known this place was here had my friends, who are regulars, hadn't suggested we meet up here.It's very reasonably priced and just a cool hang-out place!"

Joey's Pizza

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (43)

"Ordered food for delivery...2 hours later got food. Wondered why the driver didn't call if he got lost....oh phone person didn't take my number correct....twice. Food was tasty...but 4 very regular meatballs on my remade? Sub left something to desire....I know times are tough for all of us, but if a business wants my business they must earn it. I think they failed today."

ZEPS EPIQ Sandwiches

★★★★☆ 4.3 (472) • $$

"Killer sandwich place! Stopped in today for the first time and ordered the Aspen melt with tots (truffle seasoning). My husband got the Pueblo cheesesteak with tots (bacon jalepeno cheddar seasoning). Both were to die for. Came out quick, decently priced, and huge portions. The tots were crispy and both of the seasonings were fantastic. Highly recommend grabbing one of the chocolate chip cookies. We made the mistake of skipping it and I regret it now lol."

Syndicate Brewing Company

★★★★★ 4.8 (16)

"Such a cool spot to grab a beer, catch up with friends, or watch a game. I love the rustic wooden theme and their logo is pretty sweet. They have 5 local made brews and 5 featured beers from other local breweries. Considering they only opened in August 2022, I think their own line up was pretty awesome and will probably grow in the future. Feel free to bring your own food and your pup."

Western Sky Bar & Taproom

★★★★☆ 4.1 (14)

"Kind of a strange location but that's my only complaint. Great selection especially if your friends don't drink beer. Patio was great with some shade. Beer tender was helpful and kind. Can't wait to go back. And the pizza smelled amazing.... But that might have been the 5 o'clock beer talking! Will definitely be back."

Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (252) • $$

"Their pizza is superb! This is NOT your stop for your deep dish selections, rather the large, thinner crust that droops when you pick up off the plate! Good drinks and generally excellent service, which can vary when they are in busier times. If you are here to drink and watch the game, then it's a great time! If you're coming with your family to unwind after the day, maybe pick a slower time to stop in!"

Banded Oak Brewing Company

★★★★☆ 4.4 (84) • $

"Banded Oak is a fantastic part of Broadway. They've got a small indoor seating area right where you enter, including four or five bar seats, and a larger area over to the right. They've also got a nice patio which is good for groups. More importantly, they brew some great beers and always have a couple on tap that have been barrel aged. Great complex flavors - I stopped by again last night and figured I'd drink my beer in 20 minutes or so, but was there much longer just appreciating the fantastic beer! Staff have always been friendly and quick. Highly recommended, and happy they're just a short walk away!"

Junction Bar

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"Amazing happy hour when I visited! This was inside the Junction food hall. I was able to get food at the many food stalls and enjoy delicious drinks at the bar. They had really decent drinks at happy hour for only $5. Super friendly and attentive servers. The food hall was a pleasant place to hang out and get some work done. Good wifi. I highly recommend checking it out."

The Office Bar

★★★★☆ 3.7 (6)

"This is the place if you want to talk with other young locals and have an endless number of drink options. Service was quick, place was clean, like really clean. I feel like this place is still a secret and not filled with people "cos playing" Colorado like the Vic."

Sawmill Pizza & Taphouse

★★★★☆ 3.9 (78)

"One of best pizzas I've had. Service was super kind which made the experience special, after a long day of skiing. had the liberty pizza which was top notch. Kids had chicken Parmesan (nicely crisped) which they loved. Happy tummies."

Coa Cantina

★★★★☆ 4.1 (48)

"Drove up from Denver for lunch. This place is that great! Great agave selection. Outdoor seating, too. Good tunes inside. Try Cascahuin Blanco."

Mid-Vail Restaurant

★★☆☆☆ 2.4 (28) • $$

"Only good part of this restaurant is the location. On mountain and only accessible via gondola. You sit between the mountains and enjoy your lunch which is not so tasty. Food taste below average and highly overpriced. Wok fried rice was having a pungent smell and didn't felt like woked even. Soup was nice but for $13. Still you can eat since options are plenty and view of mountains is mesmerizing."

Thirsty Pika Taproom

★★★★★ 4.6 (8)

"The beer is excellent and great craft beer selection.You choose your own beer and pour it and pay by the ounce. Ben is very helpful and a really nice person. We will definitely return."

Rare Bird

★★★★☆ 4.2 (25)

"We had a great experience at Rare Bird! We arrived on a Saturday night close to closing so there was plenty of seating. We didn't feel rushed and the bartender was amazing! He was creating a new drink for their menu and let us sample it. He was a very creative, talented mixologist dedicated to making excellent drinks and providing excellent customer service. He let us know he spent much of the day grinding down hibiscus flowers with sugar to make the rim of his new cocktail. The ambiance is great as well and you get good views of the mountains and downtown Denver."

The Public House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (653) • $$

"Wow, best burger and fries I've ever had!!! Service was great and happy i stumbled upon this place in my travels! And the beer was great!"

Bent Barley Brewing Company

★★★★★ 4.6 (64)

"I've been coming here for a few years, and have never been let down. I work here with my laptop and a notebook and it's excellent for that purpose as well. The bartenders are all fantastic, and really foster the right balance of professional and laid-back attitudes. Excellent on their part. The beer is almost always excellent. The Flagships are all great (my favorite is the Nitro Dry Irish Stout), and the seasonal taps are almost all winner too! Honestly the ones I haven't liked have almost uniformly been because of personal preference. Theres only been one single beer that I've had here that was truly not very good. In several years and so many beers, that's excellent. The space is quite open and mostly high-tops. There is a small section of 3-4 tables of low-tops though. Always always clean. I've never been here and noticed cleanliness issues. You can also order food and have it delivered here, or bring your own! Which is great! Overall excellent spot that I've recommended to so many people, but never quite got around to leaving a review until now. Highly recommend!"

Longboard Tacos

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (66)

"First, beautiful views. This restaurant has a nice, open feel.Service was good; stellar, no, but our server was friendly. It was not busy. We did have to ask for napkins/utensils and at one point, refills. Payment can be a little awkward. The server brings a hand held card reader to your table so you pay the server directly. Some people may not care about this, but I could understand how that could make someone feel uncomfortable, especially if they had a poor experience. I also feel like a signed copy of the receipt gives a little more security, but that could be my old way of thinking too. Food: The salsa trio just didn't stand out in any way to me. It tasted plain. The tortilla chips were on the harder side, which for me, I do not like, but someone else may love.We ordered two tacos. They were actually pretty good but they are street size tacos which is not indicated on the menu. We paid $10 for two. You can see from the photo they were filled so that's a plus. The beef empanadas were our least favorite. They were the typical small/standard size, both filled with what tasted like canned spaghetti sauce and a side of the same sauce. The menu says it comes with smoked paprika sauce. We couldn't really even taste the beef in it.I'm on the fence about this place since the street tacos were the only real (food) highlight for me. It's not a terrible place by any means, but I don't know that I would be excited to go again either."

Peak View BBQ and Tap Room

★★★★☆ 3.5 (138) • $$

"My dad lives in Divide and he likes this place. Living in Kansas City, myself, I can easily get much better BBQ and sides. But this place is good for what it is. The restaurant is clean and the servers are fast and attentive. The sides on the family dinner are HUGE!! My dad had a ton of good beans leftover. The cornbread was DELICIOUS! The smoked meats were pretty average with the notable exception of the smoked corned beef. It was exceptional and all I will have on any return visit. They have a great bar and super beer selection. You can't go wrong here."