The Legendary Silver Dollar Saloon

The sign on the building that said "The Best Wild West Saloon in America" made me want to try it. It did not disappoint.We stopped in after having lunch next-door, and just had a drink. My son ordered a old-fashioned and I ordered a Manhattan on the rocks. But the bartender convinced me I ought to try the old-fashioned. It did not disappoint! It was spot on, and probably the best old-fashioned I've ever had, as it wasn't , too sweet. The bartender was friendly, attentive, and seem genuinely nice.The ambience is something to experience. Definitely a step back in time with many memories all over the walls. Almost like a Wild West museum. I would definitely stop again to try the food and of course for another wonderful old-fashion.

The service was not great. The server who looks like Jeff Goldbloom acted like he did not want to be doing his job.Not a place that feels as welcoming as it should. This could be the staple place for Leadville, but the service and atmosphere are not.Needs some work

Very cool venue. The photos, artifacts and bar are super cool. Our waitress,Emily, gave us a little pamphlet on the history of the saloon to read while we waited for the food to cook, and it was detailed and interesting. Our waitress was wonderful, personable and a great communicator. That being said, the place stinks!! The years and years of smoking are the first thing you smell, and the odor lingers on you until you wash your hair and clothes. It affects the taste of the food. Speaking of the food, it was good. We ordered eggs and potatoes/grits and toast. The grits took a very long time to make so the toast was cold and the butter didn't melt on it. Because the grits took so long, Emily didn't charge us for our soda (a locally made ginger soda). We are glad we went.

This place is the 4th oldest bar in Colorado. And it's pretty cool inside. The staff was super friendly. I would recommend visiting this place

Here from California traveling with my dog camping in my Tesla. Was told this place was worth visiting and I had a great time. Had a couple beers and a pizza and met the owner. Very nice dude. Looking forward to the next time.

After making the drive up to Leadville from Glenwood Springs, we had to stop into the famous Silver Dollar Saloon for drinks, appetizers, and football!The place was pretty empty around 2pm on a Sunday so we grabbed a table in the back near all the TVs. The beer came out quick and cold before we ordered some onion rings and wings. They were out of a couple of beers people were asking for but the server had backup options.The onion rings and wings were pretty good but nothing special. I'd say they were a tad better than your typical dive bar. Their menu had quite a few items on it and all of them seemed to offer more than your average bar.Overall, this place is exactly what you'd expect from a bar from 1879. You could sit and look at everything on the walls for hours. I'm not sure if we'd come back again if we found ourselves in Leadville but it's definitely worth a stop to say you did it.

The hostess and our sever in the bar area was super friendly on Sunday! We love to come here when we visit!

Fun, quirky and historic all rolled into one! Lots to look at from the second you step in the door. Friendly bar. Pool table and shuffle board table, too.

Most generous take on the service...inattentive. More realistic take...unfriendly and uncaring. From the moment our party of six walked in, it became clear they could give or take our business and nothing changed for the duration of our one round at the bar. Take a pass on this one.

Absolutely amazing old fashioned. Server was amazing and super chill best mountain vibes I have found in 25 years Kevin thank you stay fresh.